Pei Jing's Twilight Years

The abandoned research institute area in North Rehe has become a gathering place for many young people.

There were newly added alternate committee members like Zhu Shengnan, as well as eliminated members like Zhen Mei, and members like Zhu Kuang who were not qualified to participate in the challenge.

Many people share a common thread: their fathers once briefly graced the highest stage of the Scarlet Alliance State, only to vanish like shooting stars.

Many people, having lost the protection of their fathers, sought alliances and thus came here through their Lineage research institute.

Ostensibly, it was to congratulate Zhang Xuezhou and Zhang Manqian on becoming alternate members of the committee, but many people had other motives behind it.

Ren Anran's acquisition of a position as an alternate member of the Qing'an Provincial Committee further exacerbated this situation.

Listening to Zuo Denggao's incessant narration, some people even considered promoting research on the North Rehe.

Having research institutes in clusters has significant advantages. It not only facilitates rapid resource exchange but also allows for information sharing and the fastest possible dissemination of relevant research findings.

The superior conditions for research in Western Capital City are beyond doubt, but the likelihood of attracting young people to participate in it is not high.

With B13 taking the lead in the abandoned North Rehe Research Institute, and Zuo Denggao bringing almost all the funds, technology, personnel, and materials to move in, many people were indeed tempted.

The most important reason, however, remains the need for solidarity and alliance.

Even if Zhang Xuezhou, the leader, does not agree with the alliance, they will become a de facto alliance after relocating. Matters involving Western Capital City's related policies and interests, Qinmeng hunting, and resource exchanges will be communicated first within the circle.

The core area of Western Capital City used to be the old Imperial City District, but coincidentally, the new generation of leaders do not live in the Imperial City District. Zhang Xuezhou works at the North Rehe Research Institute, while Ren Anran lives on Academy Road and is also involved in the Xuefu World-Saving Healthcare Group Center.

It was clear that there was no way for everyone to relocate to the vicinity of the medical center, leaving only the area of North Rehe.

In particular, there are existing research institutes and residences here, which can be reused with just a little tidying up.

It will be clear who the leader is once they step into the ring. Regardless of what happens in the future, it is obvious that the North Rehe region will become a key area in the next four years.

The time was very short, so short that it was only one student studying at the university for a single year.

The period is also very long, lasting more than 1,400 days, which is almost one-twenty-fifth of the lifespan of a long-lived and healthy person, and is the most golden four years of their age.

Over these four years, some will stumble and struggle to keep up, while others will rise to the challenge and be at the forefront.

As the saying goes, "One who stays near vermilion gets stained red, and one who stays near ink gets stained black," meaning that when people band together in an alliance, they are undoubtedly moving in the most advantageous direction.

"I understand what you mean, but I have some health issues and it's really difficult for me to take care of everyone. I'm afraid I might not be able to provide adequate hospitality. If you think highly of me, you're welcome to visit B13 anytime!"

Zhang Xuezhou spoke with many people, sincerely pointing out his health problems, which made many people feel sorry for him.

However, some people still see the deeper meaning in it.

They had always believed that Zhang Xuezhou's poor health made him unsuitable for great things, and that was their attitude a few years ago. But today, they are no longer as confident as Zhang Xuezhou.

If we continue to view Zhang Xuezhou with this attitude, perhaps one day Zhang Xuezhou will be ahead to a point where they will find it difficult to catch up.

No one becomes strong without opportunity; therefore, it is essential to learn from and exchange ideas with others.

"My uncle Zhu Liangping has treated me well, but he still has many descendants. My generation is barely surviving, but my descendants will either eliminate the core of the Zhu Household or engage in endless infighting. Since I can already see what the future holds, I have no choice but to prepare as soon as possible!"

Zhu Shengnan appears to have a carefree personality, but she is actually very thoughtful.

If Zhu Shengnan continues down the predetermined path despite knowing that various problems will arise in the future, then she would be betraying her own understanding gained over the years.

If someone as insignificant as Zuo Denggao dares to stand on his own, Zhu Shengnan feels that she must also truly become independent.

She currently possesses sufficient status, and the rules of Western Capital City are changing, with various genetic resources being continuously opened up, and the importance and monopoly of Lineage being constantly reduced.

This isn't the best time, but it's early enough. Only by preparing early can they get a piece of the pie.

"My second uncle treats me very well, but it's really difficult to reconcile the two, especially since my father has indeed gone too far in the past!"

"In the past, our generation would have been kicked out of our homes and made our own way long ago. It's not a bad thing that we're looking for a way out sooner rather than later!"

"Lineage are ultimately connected, but they also need to maintain a distance to preserve their relationships!"

"The closer you are, the more conflicts arise. This is true even for married couples, let alone cousins like us from second or third generation!"

"We're lucky, at least we became independent during our prime, not in our youth or old age, which was the best time for us!"

"Without everyone's help, I'm afraid I wouldn't dare to leave the protective circle of my Lineage!"

"If we want to avoid falling behind in the future, we must step out of our comfort zone and Struggle for everything!"

"Ning Que and Zhang Xuezhou both rose to prominence this way. If we can't succeed even with the advantages our ancestors inherited, then we deserve to be left behind by this era!"

Leaving the Lineage to develop one's career is simply about becoming independent and self-reliant. This sounds glamorous, but once you get used to the Lineage's support and assistance, it's not easy to truly become independent.

Even though Zhu Shengnan and others had already secured their positions as alternate members, and the committee was undergoing continuous reforms, she was certain that independence might be possible.

Before them, there were others who broke away from their Lineage and became independent, but few succeeded. Even a genius like Luo Burang remained unknown and buried in the research institute.

It was rare for any Lineage member to dare to leave the Lineage and start their own business. Many second and third generations of Lineage would gather together, eventually developing into Lineage with hundreds or even thousands of members.

The times did not offer this possibility to the older generation, but the current committee reforms have created a possible opportunity.

Many pairs of eyes shone brightly, and even Zuo Denggao had a touch of youthful fervor about him.

"They've all gone mad! They have perfectly good Lineage to rely on, while I'd love to have someone to back me up!"

Zhang Xuezhou murmured softly.

"They just want to escape their foreseeable fate and become their protectors!"

Then Zhang Manqian whispered to the enthusiastic crowd.

The committee's reforms and changes have brought about countless changes, even among the scions of the Aristocratic Clan. Now, as the news has spread beyond its immediate circle, the Scarlet Alliance State is in an uproar, with countless people searching for any information related to the Gene Sequence, hoping to become a member.

This fervor seems somewhat unbelievable, but it can be linked to the past selection processes for artillerymen, pilots, flight attendants, and stewards. Everything has its traces, and the matter is not difficult to accept. It's just that this selection process will allow the most outstanding individuals to rise to the top in one step and become the most scarce talents in the Alliance States.

Zhang Manqian whispered to Zhang Xuezhou.

Without Zuo Teng and Zhang Xuezhou's unexpected turn of events, they would undoubtedly have been among those dream chasers, fantasizing about stepping onto the most important stage.

"Um?"

Only when Zhang Xuezhou received the message and frowned and spoke did Zhang Manqian calm her restless thoughts.

"What's wrong?" Zhang Manqian asked in a low voice.

Pei Jing is showing signs of aging!

Zhang Xuezhou looked at the communicator; it was an urgent message from Ren Anran.

The effects of the Sequence Holder' twilight years are not limited to Western Capital City, but occur all over the world. However, the Western Capital City committee members have greater strength and power, which makes their destructive power appear to be extremely strong.

Pei Jing from Qing'an Province failed to come to the Twilight Years Mansion in Western Capital City to accept the constraints, which ultimately led to a disaster in which high- Sequence Holder instinctively hunted down threats.

Ren Anran, who was supposed to attend the celebration ceremony, quickly joined the special operations team tasked with arresting Pei Jing due to her outstanding abilities.