Getting Aein for Free? Is That Really Possible? / Sometimes You Just Don't Feel Like Trying...

Ein thought for a moment, then stuck out her tongue and laughed, "Okay, actually I can approve it too."

Now that Old Yang is in a coma, Ein is in charge of Anti-Entropy. Although Ein was in charge when Old Yang woke up, since Ein basically handled the internal affairs, Old Yang was only responsible for some research and the general direction of Anti-Entropy's development. So Ein is the real yyds.

Ling Xi: "..." I think you did it on purpose.

Chapter 621 Getting Ein? Is there really such a good thing?

"Alright, let's talk about the cooperation."

Ein also became serious and smiled, "After all, I am still very interested in our cooperation."

"It's simple, I need Anti-Entropy to help me build a research institute in Shenzhou."

Ling Xi didn't beat around the bush and said directly, "At the same time, could you help me arrange or introduce some researchers? They don't necessarily need to be elites. Just get the research institute's class leaders up and running first."

"It's not difficult, but..."

Ein asked with some doubt, "What kind of projects do you plan to research when you set up the research institute? There are many existing research institutes in Anti-Entropy. If there is a suitable one, I will directly transfer the authority of the research institute to you, which will save you the time and effort of building a new one."

Ein also had some personal motives this time. After all, most of Anti-Entropy's research institutes are in the Americas. If Ling Xi agrees, then wouldn't Ling Xi also come to the Americas? Even if he doesn't live here, it wouldn't be unreasonable for him to come and visit every now and then, right?

"No."

Ling Xi shook her head and smiled, "The research institute doesn't need to research anything right now, and I haven't decided on any projects yet. As I said, we're just setting up the research institute's team first, and I'll arrange the follow-up plans gradually."

In reality, Ling Xi didn't want to research anything at all; instead, she planned to build her own power base.

After all, barring any unforeseen circumstances, the Doctor will awaken in about ten years, and what will they do after Doctor? They'll do research, of course!

In the Previous Era, the Doctor had the authority to mobilize resources from all over the world, which is why so many geniuses emerged!

In this era, the world is basically ruled by Schicksal and Anti-Entropy. If they don't prepare in advance, they won't have any research resources after the Doctor and the others awaken, unless they join Schicksal or Anti-Entropy, or...

Destroy Schicksal and Anti-Entropy!

However, these were clearly not the options Ling Xi favored. That's why Ling Xi was thinking of building her own power and acquiring resources through cooperation with Anti-Entropy. In this way, once the Doctor and the others woke up, they would have resources available immediately, and she wouldn't need to worry about the rest. The Doctor knew what to do.

After all, once Elysia and the others awaken, their family will be the strongest force in this era. Both Elysia and Sakura have the strength to wipe out the other two major forces.

Therefore, you only need to do the preliminary preparations, and the rest can be left to the Doctor students.

"Hmm... okay, no problem."

Although she didn't get the answer she wanted, Ein still readily agreed and asked, "Then how will you solve the funding problem for the subsequent operation of the research institute?"

"Forehead..."

Ling Xi hesitated for a moment, then said, "Fu Hua should have some savings, right..."

Clearly, I'm broke in this era, since I even bought my house with a loan.

Ein "..."

"Let Anti-Entropy take the blame."

Ein smiled slightly and said, "Ling Xi, how about this: all the operating expenses of your research institute—I mean all the expenses—will be borne by Anti-Entropy. What do you think?"

"Huh? This... it's not free, is it?"

Ling Xi silently stared at Ein. Although Ein had a very good personality and chatting with her was very pleasant, but...

Ling Xi understood that there's no such thing as a free lunch, so... what would the price be?

Ling Xi didn't believe that Ein would be uninterested in the research conducted in her institute, so... this girl would probably propose something like technology sharing!

"No, it's completely free."

Ein smiled slightly and said, "I don't ask you or your institute to make any promises. Of course, if it's about conducting experiments like those in the Babylon Laboratory, then please forgive me for refusing. Of course, I also believe you wouldn't do that."

"Of course."

Ling Xi took this very seriously, regarding the Babylon Laboratory...

Even if she wanted to do it, let alone not doing it herself, Sirin would definitely get angry or even go berserk. No one understands that kind of pain better Sirin.

"That's good."

Ein nodded slightly and smiled, "Then, let's continue with our previous topic. Anti-Entropy will cover all the expenses of your research institute without you having to make any commitments, and the institute will be entirely under your control. How about that?"

Ling Xi "..."

However, faced with Ein's practically free offer, Ling Xi did seem somewhat hesitant, after all...

Having been deeply influenced by domestically produced games, Ling Xi understands a profound truth: free things are the most expensive!

While he was craving Ein's sponsorship, Ein was already craving his "body." Here, "body" really means "body," since a researcher like Ein would definitely be very interested in her own body!

Don't forget that's how you started dating the Doctor.

Therefore, despite the favorable terms offered by Ein, Ling Xi still felt somewhat uneasy.

"Ein, are you... sure you won't interfere in anything?"

However, Ling Xi was reluctant to refuse such a good offer, after all, Ling Xi was really short of money right now, and she knew very well how fast the research institute spent money. She couldn't possibly take Fu Hua to work on a construction site to earn money, could she?

Damn it, if only Eden were here, I could just grab the rich woman's leg and say I'm hungry, and then I wouldn't have to work so hard.

"Certainly."

Ein smiled calmly, "I will arrange everything for your research institute. I will also try my best to select researchers from the Anti-Entropy laboratory, since the current researchers can get into the swing of things quickly. Of course, if you do not want to use the people from our Anti-Entropy research institute, I can also recruit from the Schicksal research institute for you."

"Then forget it, let's just take the researcher from Anti-Entropy!"

Ling Xi decisively refused; the researcher from Schicksal...

Ling Xi was afraid that Sirin would kill them if she found out. But don't worry, Sirin is absolutely capable of doing it. This girl has an almost obsessive attachment to the Schicksal Research Institute.

Moreover, although Anti-Entropy causes division, Schicksal is full of traitors. Although I don't expect too much, I still hope that there won't be too many traitors.

"Okay, no problem."

Ein nodded gently, noted Ling Xi's request, and then...

"One last thing, Ling Xi, you are naturally the owner of the research institute you established, but..."

Ein looked at Ling Xi with a smile on her face and asked seriously, "Do you need an assistant? After all, you don't seem like the type to stay in the research institute forever, so... do you need an assistant who can manage all the affairs of the research institute and report only to you?"

Chapter 622 Sometimes I just don't want to try anymore...

"Assistant..."

Ling Xi thought about it for a moment, then nodded. "I do need an assistant, or rather, I need someone in a position similar to the general manager of a company."

Ling Xi readily accepted Ein's suggestion, after all, she was well aware of her own abilities, and management was precisely one of the things she was least good at!

Of course, isn't Dr. Mobius the same? Although she is the head of the Mobius Lab, she is only responsible for research. All matters outside of research, such as the institute's revenue, sponsorships, expenses, procurement, and so on, are handled by Senior Sister Klein!

This is what it means to specialize in something.

"Yeah..."

Upon hearing this, Ein's eyes lit up, and she immediately asked, "Do you have a suitable candidate?"

"No, there isn't one, so please arrange it for me, Ein."

Ling Xi shook her head again and smiled at Ein, "In short, as long as you trust someone, that's fine. I trust your judgment."

"Okay, I understand..."

Ein nodded gently and smiled, "I will definitely make the arrangements properly, and I guarantee that it will be someone I can absolutely trust."

"Okay, then let's do it this way."

At this point, Ling Xi handed the matter over to Ein. As for whether Ein would plant spies in his research institute, Ling Xi didn't care!

After all, this research institute was sponsored by Ein, so it's normal for them to send some people in, and besides...

I don't really care about this matter. Anyway, the research institute is just being built for fun. If I'm not satisfied, I can just replace the person. And once the Doctor and the others wake up, everything will be reshuffled.

There's nothing I can do about it; I'm desperately short of money right now!

However, this situation should ease once the Doctor and the others awaken, because among his many wives is a top-tier wealthy woman, and this woman was fond of collecting gems in the Previous Era, and it seems they are all stored in the base, so...

Once Sister Eden awakens, her gems can be used as initial funding for Flame-Chasing Moths. After all, a portion of her assets originally belonged to Flame-Chasing Moths, so they can be used. As for her personal portion...

Hmm...

Maybe if I work hard then, I can live a life without having to work hard.

As for subsequent funding...

Putting everything else aside, Ling Xi was very clear about Eden's strength. If she wanted to debut again, with her talent, she could easily become a global sensation. At that time...

Schicksal Entertainment Group, Anti-Entropy Entertainment Industry, and World Serpent (Flame-Chasing Moths) Idol Project will form a three-way balance of power!

"Ugh, you cheated!"

"Ha, if you can't beat someone, you accuse them of cheating. Is this what Herrscher is all about?"

When Ling Xi and Ein returned to the living room after their conversation, Sirin was playing a game with Tesla, and listening to their conversation...

Clearly, Tesla has made up for the losses it suffered with Sirin in the past in the game!

"Mmm..."

Faced with Tesla's taunts, Sirin could only puff out her cheeks and glare fiercely at Tesla, almost reverting to her original form. However, she had no intention of using her Herrscher powers, after all... she didn't want to be accused of being a sore loser.

"Hmph, let's play one more round."

So, Sirin picked up the game controller again, ready to fight once more.

"Hehe, it doesn't matter how many rounds we play."

Tesla pushed up his glasses and smiled confidently. Although he couldn't physically beat the Herrscher, he felt a sense of accomplishment in utterly defeating Herrscher in the game.

So the two resumed their battle, and the game they played was "Alahato" developed by Anti-Entropy. Although it was a game made to raise funds to create a real Alahato, it is still one of the most popular games in the world, on par with Schicksal's "Kallen Fantasy"!

On the other side...

"Bella, do you like this?"

On the sofa, Fu Hua was playing with dried fruit to amuse Bebedragon. She discovered that this humanoid Honkai Beast was really not picky about food and would eat almost anything. Of course, its favorite was sweets.

"Uh-huh."

Bella nodded as she ate the dried fruit, and said happily, "It's sweet, fragrant, and delicious!"

"Here, eat more."

Fu Hua smiled and handed Bella another fruit. It seemed she would have to bring Ah Ji over soon; it would be a real treat to hold and rub her when she was bored.

"Hmm..."

Seeing this scene, Ein couldn't help but laugh and said, "It seems they're having a pleasant chat."

Ling Xi: "..." Happy?

Well, okay, the Immortal and Bebedragon may be having a good time, but I can't see any happiness in Sirin and Tesla's eyes. Didn't you see that Sirin is so angry that she's almost turning back into her original form?

Oh well, whatever makes you happy.

"Well, Ein, now that things are over, we should go back."

Now that everything that needed to be discussed had been discussed and the cooperation had been finalized, Ling Xi decided to take Sirin and the Immortal home.

"Um."

Ein nodded slightly and said, "I hope there won't be any more accidents in the future. Also... Ling Xi, although what I'm about to say might be meant to provoke, I still want to say that you should pay more attention to the movements of Schicksal. After all... I have reason to suspect that what happened last night was their doing."

"Hmm..."

Ling Xi stared at Ein for a while. Was Ein referring to the sudden attack on Sirin by the warship last night?

Okay, this girl is really something. She knows Otto did it because she's a time traveler and knows the plot, but Ein...

Um, wait a minute, most of the bad things that happen in the Honkai world can be blamed on Otto. That makes a lot of sense...

"Okay, I understand."

Ling Xi nodded and said, "But I think Schicksal will contact me through Fu Hua next. By the way... Ein, you should have Cecilia and Theresa's contact information, right? Could you give me a copy?"

Because Ling Xi was still unsure what Otto would do next, she decided to keep Cecilia and Theresa's contact information first. Cecilia... that is, her mother-in-law, was absolutely trustworthy!

Although Theresa's intelligence is questionable, she is kind-hearted by nature, and she was the one who later founded St. Freya Academy, even though the St. Freya Academy project was originally Cecilia's idea.

"No problem, I'll send it to your phone in a bit."