Chapter 718: Intelligence

Upon hearing Jiang Baimians question, Bai Chen slowed down her footsteps and calmly replied, I quite like him.

Ah

Jiang Baimian was first stunned before she looked around and unconsciously lowered her voice. Since he likes you and you like him, you shouldve taken the initiative long ago given your style.

It was precisely because of this that Jiang Baimian couldnt guess Bai Chens thoughts. Frankly speaking, her mind was filled with:

With Bai Chens style, she shouldve already walked in front of Long Yuehong, reached out, grabbed his collar, and pulled him in front of her. She wouldve directly asked him, I want to have sex with you. Are you willing?

Of course, she definitely couldnt imagine such an exaggerated scene. She had to be polite and not act like a certain person.

Bai Chen frowned and replied thoughtfully, I just think my style in this regard conflicts with the atmosphere in the company. As the saying goes, when in Rome, do as the Romans do. Im not afraid that having too much initiative will damage my reputation, but Im worried that it will scare him and embarrass him in front of others. Therefore, Ive been waiting for him to take the initiative.

Oh shucks, I thought you had an inferiority complex because of your past experience. I was just thinking about how to counsel you

Jiang Baimian heaved a sigh of relief and happily used terms she had learned from the Old Worlds entertainment. She then deliberated over her words and said, There are only a few of us in our team. If I dont say anything, and Hey or Old Ge doesnt say anything, who will know what happens between you and Little Red?

Will Hey really keep silent? Bai Chen expressed her worry.

Jiang Baimian stammered and couldnt give her guarantee.

Shang Jianyao couldnt guarantee it himself!

Jiang Baimian then said, Ding Ling is right about one thing: There are often times when theres no tomorrow in the Ashlands. You have to cherish the people in front of you and not waste time on baffling concerns. You are a wilderness nomad, so you should know better than me.

Bai Chen fell silent for a few seconds before nodding slightly. I understand.

Jiang Baimian didnt say anything else. After all, this was someone elses relationship; it was inappropriate to get too involved.

The two of them walked back to the camp together in silence.

At this moment, Shang Jianyao and Long Yuehong were strolling around the jeep to digest their food.

Bai Chen suddenly quickened her pace and walked toward Long Yuehong.

Long Yuehong froze a little as Shang Jianyao whizzed away and distanced himself.

Upon seeing this, Genavawho was in charge of guarding the areacontinued casting his gaze out of the camp.

Upon seeing Bai Chen stand in front of him, Long Yuehong stammered, W-whats the matter?

Bai Chen calmly asked, Do you like me?

Woah!

Just as Shang Jianyao was about to whistle, a hand wrapped around his mouthit was Jiang Baimian.

Long Yuehong was first stunned before he became abnormally nervous. He blurted out, I-Im only 1.75 meters tall after genetic enhancement. My looks are average

Bai Chen interrupted him. Do you like me or not?

Long Yuehong stammered for a while. With a flushed face, he replied with a wandering gaze, I-I like you. Dont be troubled by

Bai Chen nodded. I like you too.

Long Yuehong was stunned for a few seconds before his eyes lit up. Really?

Without waiting for Bai Chens answer, he quickly said, Its not that I dont believe you; Im just habitually asking.

Bai Chen nodded again. Yes, its real.

Long Yuehong gaped his mouth but was momentarily at a loss for words. All kinds of thoughts raced through his mind like a wild horse that couldnt be reined in.

Bai Chen took the initiative to extend her hand and grab Long Yuehongs left palm. She glanced at the jeep and nodded slightly. Its inconvenient to do many things now that were out. Its even more troublesome if we get pregnant. Otherwise, we can do it tonight

Theres no need. Theres no need to be so fast! Long Yuehong swung his mechanical arm in embarrassment and joy. He then saw a faint smile appear on Bai Chens lips, and it showed a little playfulness. Only then did he come to a realization that apart from the girl in front of him being sincere, there was also a hint of teasing and bantering.

Not far away, Shang Jianyao tried his best to shout, I can lend you the Six Senses Beads, but he failed. His mouth was tightly covered by Jiang Baimian.

At the same time, Jiang Baimian also glared at Genava to stop the crappy robotwho couldnt read the atmospherefrom randomly clapping and affecting the heart-to-heart talk between the two.

However, Bai Chen and Long Yuehong didnt carry out their private conversation for too long. After all, three pairs of eyes were watching them, and one of them had red lights occasionally flashing.

After sitting around the bonfire again, Jiang Baimian looked at the two of themwho were still holding handsand joked, You cant do this when patrolling later. It will affect your combat strength!

Thats right. For the teams safety, we might as well change the pairing. Ill be with Little Red, Big White will be with Little White, Shang Jianyao said cooperatively.

Theres no need. Were fine. Long Yuehong quickly shook his head.

Jiang Baimian chuckled. Then, when we return to the company, should I give you marriage leave, honeymoon leave, and parent care leave?

Pangu Biology didnt have the concept of honeymoon leave as it was included in marriage leave. However, the Old Task Force members were experts in Old World entertainment.

Jiang Baimian honestly heaved a sigh of relief. She had previously been worried about how she would persuade Long Yuehong and Bai Chen to stay behind after returning to the company and stop participating in the subsequent investigations.

Long Yuehong was easy to persuade, but Bai Chen was more troublesome. If they formed a family and began to give birth to life according to Pangu Biologys customs and procedures, things would become simpler.

We-well see, Long Yuehong replied awkwardly.

But despite the embarrassment, he couldnt bear to let go of Bai Chens hand.

Bai Chen nodded. It depends on the teams arrangements.

Jiang Baimian immediately felt a headache. She then pretended to wave her right hand boldly. Its fine. Ill give you guys a break!

As they chatted and laughed, the gloomy atmosphere weighing over the Old Task Forceno thanks to Commissioner Huang, Elder Zhang, and the others sacrificegradually returned to normal.

Two days later, the Old Task Force learned from the forested settlement named Anse that the all-clear had been given to Ubei and that the evacuated citizens were returning one after another.

Therefore, they drove the jeep and headed to Ubei again. Their goal was to receive the Eighth Research Institutes information that Commissioner Huang had previously applied for and planned on sharing with them.

Jiang Baimian believed that with the Salvation Armys style, they wouldnt return them with nothing after the Old Task Force took the initiative to share with them so much important information. The only thing worth paying attention to was how much valuable information they would provide or what intelligence they had on the Eighth Research Institute.

Upon seeing Ubei, Long Yuehong looked at Bai Chenwho was drivingand said worriedly, Will the Salvation Army check the vehicles coming and going in search of the missing nuclear warhead?

And it was still hidden in the Old Task Forces jeep.

Jiang Baimian smiled. If they find it, well let them know that we specially made the trip back to return it to the rightful owner after finding it.

Tsk Shang Jianyao clicked his tongue and gave in under Jiang Baimians raised left hand.

As expected of Team Leader

Long Yuehong muttered and cast his gaze at Ubeis entrance into the city.

The Salvation Army warriors there briefly checked the Old Task Forces pass and instructed them not to take out their military exoskeletons and bionic artificial intelligence armor before letting them pass.

As he drove toward the Ubei Supplies Management Committee, Shang Jianyao rolled down the window, leaned against the door, and took in the streets scenery.

Not far away was a non-staple food shop under the Salvation Armys jurisdiction. More than ten people were in line, waiting patiently while holding negotiables.

They stood in an orderly line, and nobody cut the line. They even spoke to each other from time to time, and the corners of their eyes were filled with the joy of finally having a safe celebration.

There was a market further away. The older generation carried a basket as they walked in and out.

As the jeep drove forward, Shang Jianyao also saw the nursery, kindergarten, and primary school.

Tiny figures were playing, listening, or doing inter-class exercises.

Ring! Ring! Ring!

A bicycle drove past and rushed to the factory at the edge of Ubei.

Shang Jianyao leaned against the window and quietly watched without saying a word. Jiang Baimian did the same.

Finally, they arrived at the Ubei Supplies Management Committee. After informing them of their goal, they were led to a room on the first floor after waiting for about ten minutes.

Before long, a young man in the Salvation Armys black uniform entered and handed them a folder.

Burn it after reading, he said simply and sat the furthest he could.

Jiang Baimian nodded, opened the folder, and quickly scanned through it.

Much of this was information that the Old Task Force had already grasped, but there were also some things they didnt know. For example

Vice President, Professor Li, Charlie, and Doctor arent like many New World powerhouses who often interfere with the Ashlands.

They and some Awakened who have explored the Mind Corridors depths form the Professors Association to manage the Eighth Research Institute. The latter group deals with day-to-day affairs.

The captured Eighth Research Institute commissioners dont seem to believe in any Kalendarium