Arknights: The Family Falls Yet Again
Chapter 136

Evil God

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Hmm... maybe not yet, but it'll happen soon.

In short!

Yay!

"Miss Nian?" Earthspirit reminded her, "Miss Lin's matter hasn't been resolved yet, while your matter can be handled elsewhere..."

White Dragon turned around, smiling and aggressively grabbing Earthspirit's arm.

She said, "Oh dear, I..."

I volunteer to join Rhodes Island

After glancing at Lin Qingyan, Nian slowed his speech and said, "Let's talk about the long-term meal ticket issue."

"Hey? Where are you taking me?" The Earthspirit tried to get rid of the tattooed arm, but was half-forced and dragged away by the White Dragon under Oute's orders.

Nian's voice drifted further and further away. "You brat surnamed Lin!"

Isn't she a girl?

"Their Scale Balls are really good! I'll treat you sometime!"

Lin Qingyan gazed intently at Nian's retreating figure and sighed inwardly.

Under the impact of the year, Lin Qingyan's sense of responsibility to Yan reminded her that she might have failed her old leader, but now Yan needed her more.

Rhodes Island is already planning to establish itself in Lungmen, so there's no need to rush things.

At the moment...

Dealing with Ursus is the most important thing right now.

As for the year's piece...

Lin Qingyan returned to his office and said to Oute, who was not in the main seat, "Lungmen will send an investigation team."

We cannot gamble the lives of the people on the unpredictable whims of the gods.

However, with Lord Wei watching over her, even if she suddenly turns against him, the losses shouldn't be too great.

Chapter 178 Evil God

The term "Sui Fragment" is a colloquial term used within the gaming community to refer to certain groups.

The Terra was once dominated by "behemoths," colossal creatures that were almost an independent ecosystem, possessing immense power beyond just Originium Arts. They even regarded the small races living on their bodies as part of themselves.

In some remote areas, they are occasionally worshipped as deities.

"Sui" was once a giant beast located at the eastern end of the Terra.

But the situation here is slightly different:

A certain leader of the divine people, who called himself "Yan," established a tribal alliance, built an early nation, and conferred titles upon the "Hundred Clans (vassal lords)."

They even seized a favorable opportunity to surround and kill a weakened giant beast. During this process, the spirit and energy displayed by the Yan greatly pleased "Sui".

Later, during the reign of a certain "True Dragon" of the Yan, the Bai clan rebelled.

At the age of 18, it decided to "help" these exceptionally spirited little people, attempting to recreate that great light on its own back.

Of course, the ways and methods of helping... may differ slightly from human understanding.

Following the Hundred Clan Rebellion, with the "help" of Sui, the Yan clashed with the giant beast groups of the eastern continent in an "irreconcilable" conflict, which escalated into a painful war that lasted for hundreds of years.

The Yan dynasty was ravaged by famine and its industries were in ruins, while the Sui Beasts, though wounded, remained vigorous.

Yet there is still a behemoth that "poisons the masses," and there is still a behemoth that "does not submit to the king's rule."

Driven by resentment or ambition, the then-"True Dragon Emperor" turned against Sui and suppressed him. And on Sui's broken body, and in Sui's delusions, twelve "representatives" appeared one after another.

This is what players refer to as "Sui Fragment".

Regarding the questioning of Rhodes Island's illegal manufacture of lethal weapons, Lin Qingyan, after much deliberation, ultimately abandoned the idea of leading the investigation himself and instead sought to dispatch an "investigation team dispatched by Lungmen".

As is widely known, this is essentially equivalent to letting Rhodes Island investigate itself.

Once the investigation yields results, procedurally speaking, even Lin Qingyan, as the Vice Minister of the Dali Temple, would have to go to great lengths to find an excuse to suppress and reopen the investigation. Not to mention... if he wanted to pursue that case, he would have to give up his official position.

After finishing the "official business," Lin Qingyan "casually" asked, "How did that person get here?"

Amiya tilted her head and asked, "Miss Lin, who are you referring to?"

"That White Dragon."

The extent of the connection between this piece of land and the dragon race (Terra race) is actually unknown. However, information about the behemoth agent is itself a secret, and Lin Qingyan would naturally not reveal it to so-called irrelevant people.

"Huh?" The little rabbit blinked.

"Ahem." Oute gently patted Amiya's shoulder, feigning ignorance, and said, "The key to this problem lies in... finding the key issue."

Lin Qingyan frowned:

He didn't know either.

Moreover, is the intention to profit from this?

Never mind, let him be!

Lin Qingyan understood and stopped dwelling on the issue. She then made another conclusion: And indeed, that Cautus was only the nominal leader!

Since her first appearance, Kal'tsit's expression has remained exactly the same as before, causing Lin Qingyan to miss the best opportunity to break through— Amiya truly knew nothing, while Oute was flawless after waking up.

Lin Qingyan didn't say much, but while upholding the law, he kindly reminded her, "That Miss Nian... is involved in some political issues. As a private medical company, it's best not to get too involved."

Amiya retorted sharply, "Miss Lin, we are a pharmaceutical company!"

It seems that while others may not be able to say what Oute has been saying lately, the little rabbit seems to be taking it quite seriously.

After ending the call, Kal'tsit took Oute's hand.

She stood on tiptoe, and Oute obediently bent down.

Kal'tsit whispered in his ear, "That New Year just now!"

She lowered her voice and emphasized, "Where exactly did you come from?"

I don't know, do they just respawn naturally in the cafeteria?

This was definitely not in the plan!

"The matter of the behemoths is another matter, but Rhodes Island is too vulnerable right now, and hasn't yet resorted to any extreme measures..." She trailed off, then began to explain again with annoyance, "The so-called behemoths..."

Watching Kal'tsit and Oute's intimate actions, Amiya felt a mix of excitement and awkwardness. She shook her head, banishing the inappropriate thought, and her long rabbit ears twitched a few times.

"Doc Otter! Dr. Kal'tsit!" she declared sternly. "There's still a lot of work to be done!"

Kal'tsit's expression remained unchanged, but Oute could sense her helplessness and dejection.

Yes, Oute's recent actions have made her unconsciously dependent on him and subconsciously seek his guidance. But the facts are undeniable—he has lost many of his past memories, and his decisions therefore lack a solid foundation...

However, she could not speak of the most important things.

In her moment of despair, Amiya took Oute's hand, their fingers intertwined, and she took Kal'tsit's soft hand into her own and Oute's hands.

"It's alright, Dr. Kal'tsit." The little rabbit smiled and placed its still slightly chubby face against Kal'tsit's chest.

Kal'tsit's tightly furrowed brows relaxed slightly, and a smile unconsciously crept onto her lips. She looked down at the three people's tightly clasped hands, and the dark clouds that had been hanging over her heart were finally lifted.

Is it the Continuation of Civilization?

No, it's not.

Oute, however, was oblivious to everything and even began to analyze the current situation.

It was Amiya's own understanding nature.

If Continuation of Civilization has played any role in this process, it is through "emotional absorption."

Amiya seemed to sense something, and she looked up at Oute with embarrassment and regret in her eyes.

From a certain perspective, this behavior, which is akin to spying on others' thoughts, is extremely immoral and violates public order and good morals.

But thinking about it carefully, that scoundrel Oute does this every day!

Oute and Kal'tsit huddled together, while Amiya squeezed in between, holding their hands.

What a joyful and harmonious scene of family reunion!

To an outsider, this looks like a family of three.

Click.

The red dot on the camera flashed and disappeared in an instant.

W rudely pushed the door open, paused slightly when she saw Amiya's face, then quickly shook her head and shouted, "Stinky otter!"

"They're here!"

"Those bastards aren't even pretending!"

"That style of operation! It's definitely an army group operation!"

If it were the scenario outlined in the contingency plan, she wouldn't be so anxious; so it must be that kind of situation.

Oute nodded. "All out in force?"

This is not the usual logic of warfare.

But... it wasn't entirely unexpected.

Before the Reunion Movement infiltrated Lungmen, Oute had already realized what kind of thoughts were hidden behind Black Snake's obsession with him.

When faced with a truly unpredictable and potentially deadly opponent, Black Snake's options for action are extremely limited.

"Notify Hedley and Ines to gather their forces and prepare for a feint attack."

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