Armor-piercing bullets don't believe in carbon-based monsters

Chapter 376 The Settled People

mountain city.

"Turn on the lights!"

At Chen Jian's command, the lights in the buildings surrounding the temporary command post gradually came on.

The night sky over the mountain city was instantly illuminated, and on the top of the tallest building, a huge laser emission array was patrolling around under the guidance of the radar fire control system, ready to kill any unknown monsters that approached the core area.

The defenses throughout the core area have begun to activate gradually and are spreading further out.

In Lin Yu's words, the city is "recovering".

However, it is recovering in a different way.

He looked curiously at the tall buildings in the distance, his eyes seeing not only the "ordinary sights" that ordinary people could see, but also a series of data, signs, and suggestive markers.

Signal strength, transmission rate, physical condition, item name, function, purpose, and even effect.

For example, when he looks at the tall buildings in the distance, the semi-transparent panel in front of him even displays the building's power consumption, line occupancy rate, and the operating status of certain special electrical equipment.

He could, of course, turn all that data off—it's just a matter of a thought.

However, he doesn't want to do that yet.

This gave him a novel experience, as if he were not in the "real world" but in a fantastical dream.

"So the power for these lights doesn't actually come from underground in the mountain city, but from the generators you brought over?"

Lin Yu asked Chen Jian, who was standing next to him.

Chen Jian nodded and replied:
"Yes."

"The entire power system of the mountain city has been severely damaged by the nuclear explosion, and very little of it can be restored now."

"Even if we use all the existing unmanned intelligent equipment in the entire mountain city for repairs, it is impossible to completely repair it in a short period of time."

"So overall, the electricity consumption in the residential areas of this city is relatively low."

"A few small fusion reactors are enough to cover it completely."

"clear."

As Chen Jian spoke, Lin Yu also saw brief explanations of certain keywords flashing before his eyes. He listened and read at the same time, and could understand almost every word Chen Jian said without any difficulty.

This experience even fascinated him.

Because he has one.
The illusion of knowing everything.

Thinking of this, he asked:
"So why not equip everyone with such a brain-computer interface?"

"What I mean is, even without uploading consciousness, these auxiliary functions are still quite useful, right?"

"You can use it for education, for communication?"

"With increased efficiency, the speed of knowledge acquisition becomes faster and faster, which is also beneficial to your development, isn't it?"

"We are indeed considering this possibility."

Chen Jian replied:
"However, brain-computer interfaces are still too radical—why use a brain-computer interface when a problem can be solved with a smart eyepiece?"

Has brain-computer interface technology changed you? Has it made you smarter?

"no."

"What makes you smarter are those quantum computers underground, and the computing power they provide."

"You yourself haven't changed; you've just gained a relatively convenient channel for obtaining information."

That makes sense.

Lin Yu instantly realized what was happening.

This illusion of "omniscience" is not given to me by a brain-computer interface, but by a quantum computer.

He instantly lost interest in the topic and instead asked:
"So what are we going to do next?"

"It's very simple."

Chen Jian pointed to the building whose lights were already on and replied:

"Can't you tell? I'm cleaning the room."

"I don't understand."

Lin Yu shook his head.

"It seems I should ask Fuxi to allocate more computing power to you; you're being a bit too slow right now."

Chen Jian said with a laugh:
"We want to build or restore the mountain city into a central city that can accommodate a large population."

"Therefore, it is only natural that we need to repair all kinds of living facilities."

"We want everyone who comes here to feel that life here is fundamentally different from other cities in the wasteland world."

"Therefore, all the infrastructure here should be utilized."

"In short, cleaning the room."

"I thought there was some deeper meaning."

Lin Yu paused for a moment, then continued:

"I don't need more computing power, I'm fine as I am."

"Nonsense, even if you wanted it, I wouldn't give it to you."

Chen Jian rolled his eyes.

"We don't need a second artificial intelligence here."

"That's true"

Lin Yu sighed softly, then said with a touch of sadness:
"I never thought I would survive in this way."

"Do you think that if we really survive the apocalypse, I'll still have a chance to become a normal human being?"

"some."

Chen Jian said in a very serious tone:

"You are an important test subject. If one day your body ages to death, we will preserve your consciousness."

"When humanity returns to its most glorious and prosperous era, we will thaw you and resurrect you."

"By then, you will be a real 'old man'."

"I'm actually looking forward to it."

Lin Yu shrugged.

At this moment, the mechanical cult followers who had been resting in the open space and in the dark rooms, as well as the refugees who had come from all over, all headed toward this cluster of brightly lit buildings.

The volunteer soldiers remaining in the mountain city immediately became alert, but Chen Jian simultaneously issued the order to "release the cordon".

"You want them to come in now?"

Lin Yu asked in astonishment:

"Didn't you say you wanted to clean it up first?"

"When I say 'clean up,' I mean provide them with a basic living environment, not actually sweep the floor clean for them."

Chen Jian glanced at Lin Yu speechlessly, then said:

"Their lives here are something they have to manage themselves."

"And it means starting from scratch."

"Only in this way can they form an emotional bond with this place."

"And such emotional ties will dilute their nihilistic faith in this city."

"Let's go, go and help them out."

"Go with Ji Xing and lead a group to assign accommodations to these people."

"Ji Xing will do the screening—at this point, whoever makes their choice first will have a big advantage."

After he finished speaking, Lin Yu's eyes suddenly lit up.

"bullet?"

Chen Jian smiled mysteriously and replied:
"That's right!"

An hour later, at the entrance of a spacious apartment in the "Light Zone".

As Lin Yu read the text message that appeared before him, he spoke to the man dressed as a bishop of the Mechanical God Cult standing at the door:
"As you can see, the biggest difference between this apartment and other apartments is that the facilities here are newer and more complete."

"The water pipes here are unobstructed, and you can use clean water as soon as you turn them on. If the Huaxia Army completes the construction of the waterworks later, the water here will even be purified and drinkable directly."

"In addition, there are already some basic living facilities here, including simple furniture and a few electrical appliances." "Look, there's even a radio here."

"This is a real gem—do you know how much a working radio like this would fetch on the black market?"

"But now, you only need 40 bullets to have it."

"To be honest, this is practically a free gift."

"40 bullets."

The bishop reached into his pocket, examined it carefully, and said with a slight hesitation:

"But this is not possession."

"According to you, this is just a lease."

"Renting a house for a month costs 40 bullets, which is far too expensive."

"Then you can choose other apartments."

Lin Yu shrugged and continued:
“I have other options here, and each one is good.”

"At least, it's much better than those dilapidated houses you lived in in Anhan, right?"

"That's not a dilapidated house."

The bishop said with a hint of stubbornness:
"That is the earthly dwelling place given to me by the Holy Trinity, and that is the church built for me."

"OK OK."

Lin Yu interrupted the bishop and continued:

"There's no need for all this fancy stuff."

Do you know why I'm telling you this? Because I know you're different from other people.

“Look, those real diehards—what you call ‘sheep of unwavering faith’—they turned around and left long ago.”

“They are not willing to accept so-called ‘charity from the Chinese army’.”

"But you're obviously much smarter than them, right?"

"At least for you, your faith is not exclusive."

"That's exactly the case. Who says that faith in the Holy Trinity precludes cooperation with the Chinese army?"

"The leader of the Imperial Guard, that's Guo Xu, he even fought alongside the Huaxia Army."

"Moreover, as far as I know, he has a very good opinion of the Huaxia Army, and he is very willing to learn from its strengths."

"You're just like him, aren't you?"

Lin Yu's words were highly deceptive, and at that moment, he felt like a qualified "real estate agent".

Although it was the first time he had learned the word, he truly felt that no word could better encapsulate what he was doing than "real estate agent."

His persuasion had an immediate effect.

The bishop opposite hesitated for several seconds, but finally gritted his teeth and spoke:
"Then let's take this one."

"But this does not mean that I have abandoned my faith in the Holy Trinity."

"I just need a safer environment to promote our ideas."

"That's right, that's right."

Lin Yu readily agreed, but inwardly cursed the man for being hypocritical.

What belief?
You've simply been starving and sleeping outdoors for a few days, and finally realized you couldn't take it anymore.

But so what?

This is the kind of person the Chinese army wants most.

When these high-ranking "bishops" discover that they can obtain a better life without striving upwards or using their faith as a bargaining chip, their entire belief system will gradually collapse.
So, shall we make the deal now?

Let's make the deal now!

The bishop counted out 40 bullets from his pocket and handed them to Lin Yu. Lin Yu quickly glanced at his pocket and found that there were still quite a few left.

A strange thought flashed through his mind.

He coughed and began to speak:
"Although you don't need to pay a deposit, I can give you a discount if you rent for three months at once."

"For example, how about we just need 100 bullets?"

"Ten?"

The bishop looked at Lin Yu in astonishment, then asked:
"Can you make such a decision? This is not a small amount!"

"of course can."

Lin Yu shrugged and then asked:

"Do you have that many?"

"I do not have."

The bishop shook his head and replied:
"I'm still short 25 bullets, but I can go and trade for them."

"It's ok."

Lin Yu comforted him, saying:

"You can give me the bullets you have first. If you don't have enough, I'll make up the difference after you complete the transaction."

“I know you must still have a lot of assets, but to be honest, these assets may not be worth much in this mountain city.”

"So, sell it while it's still valuable."

"well."

The bishop nodded repeatedly, and when he handed all the bullets he had stockpiled to Lin Yu and then went into the room, he completely relaxed.

This is my new place to live.

Even just on the surface, it's much better than my place in Anhan.

It was clean, tidy, and even had a bed.

However, there were no bedding on the bed, just a bare bed frame that looked like it was made of metal or plastic.

It seems I still need some daily necessities.

Some household items that are appropriate for this room.

The bishop took out another pocket hidden under his large clothes and emptied its contents.

Those were several heavy pieces of gold.

Perhaps it really is time to slowly exchange this gold for a "currency" recognized by the mountain city.

After all, I'll be staying here for a long time.

They need food, water, and clothing, and they also need to help other believers who come to them.

Completely refusing to contact or trade with the Chinese army is absolutely unacceptable.

Those who make that choice, no matter how steadfast their beliefs, are without exception fools.
The bishop looked around the apartment room and walked to a clearly marked "switch".

Press the switch to turn off the lights.

Press again, and the lights will turn on.

This was certainly not the first time he had seen such a design.

But for some reason, he had a special feeling this time.

When he walked to the "kitchen" and turned on the water tap, clean water gushed out instantly.

The flowing water washed away the filth from his hands, and he unconsciously rubbed them together until they were clean and even faintly white.

At that moment, he felt as if he had lost many things.

But it also felt like I had gained a lot.

I need to take a shower.

Shall we wash here?

No, he remembered that the Holy Blood One had clearly said that this apartment had a shower room.

The bishop explored the room, and when he entered the small shower room and turned on the shower, he felt completely relaxed.

Although it is cold water.

But it is said that once the waterworks is completed, hot water will flow out of here.

This is it.
Real life
(End of this chapter)