The Structure of Rhodes Island

"I can't help but complain," someone nearby remarked.

"Of course not, but something feels off... not exciting enough." Suika smacked her lips.

Nian reached out and patted the back of her head.

Why live such an exciting life? Isn't a simple and peaceful life better?

Let me tell you, stay away from people who always run into trouble when they go out, and who make others subconsciously uncomfortable and then target them just by looking at them.

We usually call these kinds of people "jinxes." Those with a strong constitution might live a life full of ups and downs, while those without might inexplicably die in some stinking ditch.

Suika agreed. Life was already tough enough, and it was only because she was capable enough that she would have died somewhere long ago. So, compared to encountering some strange or unusual things, it was better to live a peaceful and ordinary life.

While they were chatting, the vehicle arrived at the Rhodes Island shuttle.

Everyone got out of the car.

After getting off the bus, Chen glanced around and was surprised to find that most of the people on his bus seemed tense, while the people on the other bus were quite relaxed. He wondered what had happened on the other bus.

She looked up at Rhodes Island; a long banner hung at the entrance not far away. "[Welcome to Rhodes Island, Lungmen Exchange Group]"

Below the banner is a picture of Amiya leading a group of Rhodes Island operators.

Suika walked at the back of the crowd. When she saw Chen and Amiya holding hands, Fukure instinctively took out her camera and captured this crucial moment.

Years later, this photograph was displayed in Amiya's office, becoming an important testament to the good relations between Rhodes Island, Lungmen, and the Great Yan.

Upon arriving at Rhodes Island, the Lungmen group was taken to the Medical Department for a comprehensive medical examination.

Suika, who didn't need to go through this process, entered Rhodes Island first, found her room, put her things away, and then went out for a stroll.

She walked into the bar on Rhodes Island with practiced ease.

There weren't many customers inside, except for Midnight and an unfamiliar operator who were sitting at the bar washing glasses.

Upon seeing Suika, they were surprised for a second, then Midnight waved.

"Miss Suika, when did you return to Rhodes Island?"

"I just came in with the Lungmen convoy, and somehow, I just ended up here..."

Do you have any good wine? Give me a glass to satisfy my craving.

Suika plopped down next to Midnight, looking at the drinks on the bar not far away with an expectant expression.

"Alright, I've recently learned how to make a new kind of wine, would you please give me your opinion?" Midnight didn't refuse and went behind the bar.

"Midnight, this lady isn't a minor... It's not good to give her alcohol..." Another operator who overheard their conversation couldn't help but speak up.

"Smith, do you know who she is?" Midnight asked, pointing at Suika.

The agent named Smith shook his head.

"Her name is Suika," Midnight reminded her.

"Even if her name is Jiu Xiang, she can't drink alcohol even if she's underage... wait, Suika?" Smith looked at the girl sitting on the stool with her legs swinging, looking like a child no matter how you looked at her, with surprise.

Is she Suika?

The god of beverages that the operators talk about?

Is that the legendary expert in the bar who single-handedly got a room full of operators drunk and then remained completely unharmed?

Smith rubbed his eyes and stared at Suika again, seemingly trying to discern her true identity.

Feeling the other person's sharp gaze, Suika calmly took out the Ibuki Gourd.

Then, under Midnight's pitying gaze, he waved at Smith and uttered that devilish whisper, "Brother, want a bite?"

Ten minutes later, Midnight looked at Smith, who was fast asleep on the sofa not far away, and shook her head.

Where did you get the nerve to mess with her? You should know that during her time on Rhodes Island, very few operators dared to provoke her when it came to drinking.

Looking at his sleeping companion, he complained that he would have to do the rest of the work himself.

On the other hand, Suika gave a good review of his newly learned drink.

She doesn't particularly like overly sweet cocktails, and this one from Midnight was just right for her.

"Oh right, it's almost lunchtime, shall we go together?"

After packing her things, Midnight pointed to the door and invited her in.

"Oh right, I forgot to eat lunch. But this one..." Suika pointed to Smith was still asleep.

"Don't worry about it, it's just missing one meal, it won't have a big impact." Midnight blinked, and the two laughed a few times before walking out of the bar together.

Upon arriving at the restaurant, it was bustling with noise.

Suika spotted Hoshiguma immediately; she was standing in the line for food.

Her height of over 1.8 meters and her bright green hair made her stand out in the crowd.

After saying goodbye to Midnight, Suika walked over.

"Suika!" She heard Swire's voice as soon as she got close. She turned around and saw Swire waving at her from the end of the line.

"What are you doing here?" Suika curiously as she walked up behind her.

"Hi, I was curious about this place after leaving the Medical Department, so I wandered around a bit, but I got lost. Someone had to guide me here, so I was a little late to the cafeteria." Swire didn't seem embarrassed at all, after all, it was her first time on a landship like this.

It's perfectly normal for someone like Feline to have a strong sense of curiosity.

"Haha, I used to get lost a lot when I first came to Rhodes Island too. You'll get used to it after a couple of days of exploring." Suika agreed.

Chapter 456 The Structure of Rhodes Island

After getting their food, Suika followed Swire to Hoshiguma's side.

"Where did you go? I couldn't find you as soon as we came out." Hoshiguma reached out and gently flicked Suika's forehead.

"Hey, I'm lost..."

Suika buried her head in her rice bowl guiltily, too embarrassed to admit that she had forgotten to pick her up from the Medical Department after putting her things away, and had gone to a bar to drink instead.

Fortunately, Hoshiguma hadn't expected anything from the beginning, so she wasn't too angry.

Amiya looked over from a short distance away.

"How about this afternoon, Suika, you take Officer Hoshiguma and Officer Beatrix around Rhodes Island, and let them familiarize themselves with the layout?"

Amiya winked playfully after she finished speaking.

Suika was speechless. "You little rascal, repaying kindness with enmity, huh? So cunning, huh?"

Don't let me get the chance; I'll definitely give you a good "lesson."

Although she was inwardly complaining, she still appeared to be very happy on the surface.

"That's great! You've all put your things away, right? Our activity this afternoon is the Rhodes Island Adventure."

After lunch, Hoshiguma and Swire followed Suika all the way to the deck.

"Phew, this place is really nice."

Standing on the deck, Swire stretched.

"However, the passageway still feels stuffy," Hoshiguma said from the side.

"It's alright. For Mobile Block, Rhodes Island's internal passageways are quite spacious. It's just that you're too tall, so you might feel some pressure."

When I inspected a mobile module that was converted from a High-Speed Battleship in my clan, I noticed that the internal passageways were two meters high and one meter wide in order to maximize space utilization.

Add to that the messy pipes around, the dim lighting, and the poor visibility, and walking inside felt incredibly oppressive.

For several days after I came out of there, I felt uncomfortable all over whenever I went into a smaller room.

It's rare for Swire to speak up and be fair.

Hoshiguma thought about the place Swire described and couldn't help but shudder.

In contrast, Rhodes Island's corridors are brightly lit, with ceilings ranging from three to four meters high, and spacious enough for five or six people to walk side by side—truly a wide and easy passageway.

However, as a converted mobile warship, Rhodes Island did not have any additional external structures added.

People lived inside the warship.

This is something that people who are used to living outside will definitely need some time to adjust to.

The three of them walked around the deck, took in some fresh air, and then headed down.

"The top floor of Rhodes Island houses the sanatorium and the botanical garden."

Many Infected suffer from psychological problems to varying degrees due to long-term physical pain and discrimination from others.

Some Infected also have symptoms in the brain region; the pressure from the Originium can cause significant emotional changes.

Therefore, Rhodes Island specifically established this recuperation area, which also serves as a psychological treatment area.

This place brings together Rhodes Island's top psychologists and therapists.

As Suika introduced the garden, she led the two into it.

Upon entering, the refreshing fragrance of flowers invigorated the three of them.

Because Suika had mentioned beforehand that this was a sanatorium area, everyone walked quietly along the wooden walkway without saying a word.

The sanatorium is also the tallest area on Rhodes Island, with a height of nearly ten meters, and it houses not only flowers and plants but also several large trees.

In addition to the outer layer of glass that allows sunlight and moonlight to penetrate, the interior also has very bright lights that can simulate sunlight illuminating this area.

Just as the three were marveling at Rhodes Island's luxury, a gentle voice came from ahead.

Are the three of you family members of the patient?

Suika looked up and saw a brown-haired Vulpo woman standing not far away.

Suika recognized her immediately as Lena, the perfumer and group healer she used most often during her early days, before Nightingale arrived; the MVP of the Poison Fog Map; the de facto controller of Rhodes Island Sanatorium; and Lena Perfumer.

Suika pointed to her armband and said

"Hello, Miss Lena, I am Ibuki Suika."

Amiya assigned them to lead two Lungmen sheriffs on a tour of Rhodes Island.

We were all captivated by this beautiful garden after coming down from the deck. We apologize for the intrusion and hope you don't mind.

Upon hearing Suika's words, Lena showed a look of realization.

"Guests from Lungmen, welcome to Rhodes Island."

I'm Lena, the manager of the Therapy Garden. This garden is meant for everyone to relax, so feel free to take a stroll here.

However, there are quite a few patients nearby, so as long as we don't make loud noises and disturb them, it'll be fine."

Upon hearing her words, the two nodded in agreement.

Lena then turned her gaze to Suika.

"I've heard about your situation from the other operators, Suika."

If it weren't for you, many people probably wouldn't have made it back this time.

Thank you again.

This sachet is something I wear regularly; it has a calming and tranquilizing effect. I hope you like it.

Lena took a delicate sachet from her waist and handed it to Suika.

"Oh... this is just my duty, you even gave me a gift, I feel so bad."

While Suika verbally declined, she deftly took it and, like Lena, hung it around her waist.

"Hey, can you be any more hypocritical?" Swire- hsiang from Suika and complained.

Lena looked at Suika with a smile.

"I'm glad you like it. You can come back to me after the fragrance has worn off, and I'll replace it for you free of charge."

"Thank you very much, Dr. Lena." Suika was overjoyed to receive a gift.

"I have to take care of something, so I'll be leaving now. You're all welcome to come here and rest if you need to in the future, just please keep it quiet."

After speaking, Lena left the courtyard, accompanied by a fragrant breeze, as the three watched her go.

"What a gentle lady," Hoshiguma remarked after the Perfumer left.

As a typical tomboy, Lena figured she could never learn to smile or act like that in her entire life.