A Request from Operator Bitterroot / A Gathering of People with Unusual Kinks

Suika neither agreed nor disagreed with Kugen's words, believing that she had the ability to judge the situation.

She wouldn't intentionally kill someone who's just a petty thief, but she also wouldn't let go of someone who threatens another's life.

Although she doesn't have an uncle named Ben, she doesn't want to encounter something like Spider-Man herself.

Seeing Suika's firm and persistent gaze, Kugen sighed inwardly. Fortunately, he still had a plan, hoping to change Suika's mind, and he was certain that Suika would not refuse.

Just then, a crashing sound came from inside, and the group quickly went inside.

Upon entering the room, they found that the boy had already woken up.

"Thank you." Leite's voice was a little hoarse, and he grimaced slightly as he spoke, perhaps because he had touched his wound earlier.

"Don't move around. Your injuries will probably take at least three days to heal," Xia Li warned, pressing down on Leite as he tried to sit up. Her brows furrowed slightly.

Seeing this, Leite stopped insisting and lay there looking at Suika.

"Sister, this is the second time you've saved me. I'm incredibly grateful, but I have no money to repay this kindness. I can only wish you peace and happiness."

Suika waved her hand.

"No need to thank me. You were just lucky to be there. I would have saved anyone in that situation."

"But I did survive twice because of my sister's help. This has already happened, and I will definitely find a way to repay you when I feel better."

Leite was very determined; because of his dual identity as Infected and an orphan, he had been the one who suffered constant bullying on the way here.

When he first fell ill, he was somewhat happy, thinking it would be good to die like this. But after being saved by Suika, he felt that since he had been saved by such a precious medicine, he should repay the same value before he died.

Chapter 126 A Request from Operator Kugen

The reason they beat her was because she overheard them gossiping about Suika and Xia Li in the crowd, so she stood up to refute their point of view.

Enraged, those people took him to the rooftop and beat him up. Not satisfied with that, they threw him off the roof.

Although he was in pain all over, he wasn't afraid even when he was thrown off the building, because he believed that his persistence was the right thing to do.

He felt incredibly lucky to have survived this time.

Seeing how sensible the child was, Suika felt that those people were even more detestable in her eyes.

Even children know right from wrong, but adults are selfish and self-serving. No wonder Rhodes Island trains its own operators from a young age.

After all, given the prevailing values of the "majority" outside, it's difficult to cultivate individuals who align with Rhodes Island's values.

After chatting for a while Leite was clearly exhausted, so the three of them didn't disturb him and went outside.

Kugen pointed to the sofa and said, "I have something I hope you can do for me. Can we talk about it?"

Suika walked to the sofa, picked up the Ibuki Gourd from her waist, and waved it in front of her.

Want some?

Kugen shook his head repeatedly. Xia Li had just returned and told him about his glorious feat of being knocked out by four cups of wine, and how Suika had described him as a kid who couldn't drink.

Once is enough for such an embarrassing incident; if it happens again, what will become of his reputation?

"Oh, don't be afraid... you can build up your alcohol tolerance through practice."

Suika reached out and grabbed Kugen, who was trying to escape.

"Let's get to the point, okay!" Seeing that he couldn't escape, Kugen could only try a roundabout approach, using other things to attract Suika's attention, hoping to get her to let him go.

"Alright, what is it that's so important to you?"

Seeing this, Suika stopped teasing him and instead placed her hands on her knees, looking like an obedient little boy.

"Here's the thing, including Leite, there are three Infected children in Karaton, and I'd like to ask you to send them to Rhodes Island."

As soon as Kugen opened his mouth, Suika's eyes widened.

"Ha?"

Suika hadn't expected the other party to commission her in this way, and she instinctively wanted to refuse.

"Please don't rush to refuse, Ms. Suika, listen to me."

Three natural Catastrophe have occurred in the Gaodoting Territory over the past year. Apart from the most recent one, in which villagers left in advance after being alerted by the Catastrophe Messenger, the other two disasters resulted in serious contamination by Infected.

The elderly and children make up the largest group among them.

Currently, there are Gaodoting 20 registered Infected under the age of 14 in Gododin.

Some of them went to other places with their families, while others disappeared into the wilderness.

The dozen or so children beneath him were mostly orphans like Leite.

Xia Li and I have been helping out in the areas around the city where Infected congregate, hoping to find these children and help them grow up safely.

But Gaodoting is not small, and it will take the two of us a lot of time and effort to find all the children before something happens to them.

We've found three so far, including Leite, but their overall health isn't very good, so I hope someone trustworthy can send them to Rhodes Island for systematic treatment.

But right now, the only person I can trust here, and who is strong enough to protect these children in the wilderness, is you.

First, the fact that you were able to come all the way from Great Yan safely proves that you have ample wilderness survival experience and outstanding abilities.

Secondly, judging from Xia Li's evaluation of you, you have no prejudice against those Infected and are very righteous.

Third, you also said that you know Rhodes Island and even know the ship's operators.

Considering all three points, besides you, I really can't think of anyone else who could shoulder this heavy responsibility...

After hearing Kugen's words, Suika puffed out her chest proudly, then said in a slightly embarrassed tone...

"Look at what you're saying, I'm almost embarrassed..."

Although your request differs slightly from my plan, plans often change, after all.

It's not that I can't help with this.

But I don't know where Rhodes Island is right now, and I don't know where to find it. Am I just going to wander around in the wilderness with three little kids like this?"

After thinking about it, Suika realized that she could help.

My own plan was to visit Siesta and experience the atmosphere of the Siesta Summer Music Festival, but if I could help others, I could put having fun aside for the time being.

However, there is a problem: she doesn't know Rhodes Island's movements. Finding a mobile fortress in the wilderness of Terra without knowing its route is almost like finding a needle in a haystack.

"That's not a problem. I'll tell you Rhodes Island's flight path and plan. If you can reach these locations at these times, you'll be able to find Rhodes Island smoothly."

Kugen had anticipated this concern from Suika. He took out a form with Rhodes Island's travel and docking plans for the next three months.

Suika looked at the table in surprise, thinking to herself that it was perhaps a bit too detailed.

It not only lists the stopping times and locations, but also clearly states the specific locations and routes to them.

"Isn't this a bit too detailed? Aren't you afraid of being found out?!"

"Suika sighed."

"Why would we be afraid of being found? Rhodes Island is a company that helps Infected. The reason we gave them the detailed route is that we hope that Infected along the way will come to Rhodes Island for help."

Because it doesn't yet have enough reputation, not many people are choosing to go to Rhodes Island, which is actually giving our ship's Medical Department a headache.

Kugen looked puzzled; why would Rhodes Island be afraid of being found?

As a medical company, it needs to be known by more people in order to grow and thrive.

Suika also realized that it was indeed just as Kugen had said.

Rhodes Island is no longer the Babel; it has transformed from the throne of the Demon Theresa into a mobile medical company.

As the throne of the Demon King, one must indeed be extremely cautious to avoid being found by Theresis's people.

But for a medical company, it's the opposite; the more exposure they get, the more reassured those in power become.

After all, you, a mobile fortress, sneaked into my territory under the guise of helping the Infected. If I were the lord, I'd be lucky if I didn't send troops to surround and wipe you out; how could I possibly let you stay?

Suika looked at the marked directions and locations of Rhodes Island's movement, and the closest ones were only three or four hundred kilometers away from Karaton.

After estimating the time, she figured that if they walked slowly with a child, they should have just enough time to reach the nearest spot, so she nodded in agreement.

Chapter 127 Meet-and-Greet for People with Special Fetishes

Seeing that Suika had agreed, Kugen and Xia Li breathed a sigh of relief.

They didn't intend to Suika to Rhodes Island to do anything nefarious.

On the contrary, both Kugen and Xia Li felt that Suika's ideals and personality were very similar to those of Rhodes Island, and that she had considerable potential to join Rhodes Island.

However, she may have been wandering alone for too long, which has made her somewhat extreme and impatient.

Kugen believed that once Suika arrived at Rhodes Island and interacted with those individuals, she would most likely become a member of Rhodes Island, and they would also help Suika correct some of her erroneous beliefs and ideas.

"In that case, Leite will need at least three days of rest, and the departure date will be set for five days from now."

I'll be leaving tomorrow to check on another cluster of Infected. I'll leave things here to Xia Li."

Suika nodded, then took a cell phone out of her pocket.

"Let's exchange contact information!"

"You have this too?" Kugen looked at the phone in her hand in surprise.

Terra suffers from a severe shortage of communication base stations, resulting in limited communication coverage and a very low mobile phone ownership rate.

After all, the signal is not as good as a walkie-talkie on the battlefield, and it can only be used in towns on weekdays. Once outside of towns, it becomes a piece of scrap metal, and the price is quite expensive.

So anyone who can afford this is a complete sucker.

"Hey, I wouldn't buy something like this, it was a gift from someone else." Seeing their expressions Suika guessed what they were thinking and quickly explained.

"Phew, that scared me to death."

This thing isn't cheap; aside from nobles, this is the first time I've ever seen anyone buy one.

Xia Li patted his chest, looking startled.

"Since you have a cell phone, that's great. Leave your phone number, and Xia Li can contact you directly when needed."

You can also have a good time in Karaton these few days and see the scenery.

While Karaton may not be as large as some of the major cities, as a seaside town in Victoria, it has its own unique character and style.

Kugen's smile was much more relaxed than before.

"Okay, I'll stay in the city for the next few days. Contact me when you've settled things here, and we'll set off immediately."

After chatting for a while, Suika left Verdant Spark.

After returning to the city center, she found Swire's hotel, checked in smoothly, and then contacted Elisa by phone to tell her what had happened.

"Marlon?"

There is indeed such a person in the collateral branch of the family; I've heard of him. I didn't expect him to have risen to the position of leader of the city's garrison police.

"To have reached this position, you certainly deserve the family's support. Rest assured, I will make the arrangements."

After listening to Suika's words, Elisa thought for a moment before replying.

She felt no pressure at all while doing this.

After all, the recommender was a close friend of the family head's direct heir, and the person being recommended was a family member.

She calculated the distance, and realized that this time would only be enough for Suika to arrive at Karaton.

Therefore, it's highly unlikely that she would have had the opportunity to bribe her own family members in such a short period of time, so this matter is probably true.

A promising collateral branch of a family that has joined the military is certainly worth the family's investment.

This was a deal that seemed like a sure thing, and as the Swire Family's representative in Victoria, she naturally knew how to handle it.

In the evening, Suika went out to find a place to have dinner.

As soon as I stepped out the door, I heard shouts coming from not far away.

Upon closer inspection, they discovered that several police officers were chasing a thief.

Thief?

Suika thought about it and realized that there really was a "veteran" operator from Rhodes Island in Karaton.

And she also happens to be a "thief".

Speaking of which, she can be considered a veteran of the game since its launch, but her storyline appeared a few years later along with the Pink Cat Head, instantly turning her from a "veteran" of Rhodes Island into Rhodes Island "newcomer".

Hoping to run into the other person, Suika followed.