I transformed into a cute girl and lived a carefree life in the apocalypse.

Actually, it wasn't that Yan Ziming didn't want to force her to stay, but that he truly couldn't.

This time, Tian Tian is involved in something far too big. As the only successful example, even if she and Mu Mu joined forces to protect her, it still wouldn't work. It concerns the fate of the whole world, and she has no choice in making the decision.

"Okay, that's fine, but you have to remember this, and you must convey it to me—I don't want her to be treated badly when she gets there, not even a little bit! She's not a guinea pig for you to experiment on, understand?"

Qi Huandong frowned; he couldn't offer any guarantees.

He was not familiar with the people in those special agencies, nor with the people in charge of them, and he didn't know whether they would outwardly comply but inwardly defy him.

He answered truthfully: "I can't guarantee that I will definitely do it, but I will try my best."

"Heh... I knew you were unreliable. Fine, fine, I'll have Mu Mu 'pass on' this message properly. You just need to convey another message for me—I'll visit her regularly, and if I find out she's suffered any inhumane treatment, I'll scatter their ashes!"

Chapter Fifty-Five: A Small Favor

"I knew I would definitely be called in for questioning, and I was fully prepared, but why...?"

Yan Ziming, her face ashen, downed the water in her cup in one gulp, then slammed it heavily on the table with a loud "bang," and pointed at Bai He, who was sitting opposite her, loudly questioning:

"But why is it you, a charlatan, asking me questions?!"

The standoff that occurred in a coffee shop in the eastern district of Bei'an City ended with an unexpected result. Afterwards, Tian Tian was taken to a special institution, and Yan Ziming was also called in for questioning a few hours later.

However, it was clear that this conversation was not about holding her accountable; she was called in to discuss Tian Tian's affairs.

As for the unfortunate Qi Huandong, as the instigator of the confrontation, he also became a scapegoat. The higher-ups announced that he was removed from his position as captain and suspended from his duties for reflection. During this period, before the newly appointed personnel arrived, the position of captain was temporarily taken over by Yan Ziming, who was second in line on the team list.

This can be seen as indirectly giving Yan Ziming the green light. Whether the newly appointed captain will actually exist is still unknown, and it is very likely that Yan Ziming will hold the position for a long time.

Once she gets through this questioning and the tension eases, everything will be over, though her life will be a little busier from now on.

but--!

Why is it this guy who's questioning me?!

Not only was she exhausted from directing him during the last Civilization Cup and even forcibly kissed him, but she also had such an annoying personality. Yan Ziming wished he could give her a good beating.

For example, right now, Bai He, with a profound and inscrutable expression, stroked her face and said:

"Oh dear, do you have some kind of prejudice against me? You can tell me, but whether I'll change it depends on my mood."

Yan Ziming's temples bulged with veins, and he said with a forced smile, "Then what are you even saying?"

"Don't mind me, I was just trying to lighten the mood. Let's get down to business."

Bai He completely ignored her expression, tidied the documents in her hand, and got straight to the point:

"You really did something big today. Those guys even dragged me to an emergency meeting for it, and you came over after only five minutes of rest. Should I thank you?"

"I don't mind. If you really want to thank me, then please let me give you a punch."

"I don't want anything more outrageous, like bullying me a little harder—sexually."

"Why does it have to be about sex?!" Yan Ziming slammed her hand on the table in anger.

This guy's personality is absolutely awful. One day, I'll definitely throw her on the bed and fuck her countless times! Until she cries and begs for mercy!

Bai He suddenly narrowed her eyes and said calmly, "My intuition tells me that you're thinking about some erotic scenes involving me."

"Cough cough... No, your intuition is wrong."

Yan Ziming coughed awkwardly twice and quickly denied it, while Bai He continued to grin mischievously:

"Let me guess, are you planning to do this to me first, then that to me, and finally take a picture of my mischievous face to blackmail me?"

"Holy crap, how did you guess so accurately?!"

"......"

Bai He was stunned. Yan Ziming's expression told her that she had guessed very correctly, with an accuracy rate of over 95%.

But what I just said was just something I made up! It had no factual basis or intuitive guidance; I just wanted to tease Yan Zimo.

Her face flushed slightly, almost imperceptibly, but her expression remained unchanged, still a playful one.

"Tsk tsk... It seems you've developed some feelings for me after that kiss."

"No, I can say with certainty that there is no such thing."

Yan Ziming waved his hand expressionlessly, while Bai He used her right index finger to draw circles on Yan Ziming's fair wrist.

"You're so powerful, if you really wanted to do that to me, I definitely wouldn't be able to resist, would I?"

Don't say things that easily lead to suggestive images! I'll explode, you know? I really will slap you until you cry, you know?

Besides, aren't you a national treasure? Who would dare do that kind of thing to you?!

Well, if you push Yan Ziming too far, she might actually dare to do it.

"No, you're overthinking it. I won't do that until I'm invincible."

"I'll still do it..."

"..."

After a moment of silence, Bai He finally became more serious and got down to business.

"I didn't misjudge you. Someone chosen by Qilin is indeed extraordinary. Well done today."

"Uh..." Yan Ziming was a little embarrassed by the sudden praise.

Now that the carrot has been given, it's time to bring on the stick.

"Do you know what choosing to confront Qi Huandong today means? If I hadn't argued my case in the meeting, you probably would have..."

Yan Ziming couldn't listen anymore and waved his hand to interrupt her:

"Stop spouting nonsense with such a straight face. You're already being generous by not saying anything bad about me, and you're even arguing back... Who believes that? With my connections, influence, and status, what could possibly happen to me?"

"It seems you understand your place very well. If you want to wear the crown, you must first bear the weight..."

Bai He closed her eyes, and Yan Ziming's right eyelid twitched, giving him the feeling of being trapped inside a shell.

"So, as that prince's disciple, the marshal's niece, and a follower of the Qilin, you now seem to possess some of the functions of the heavens. With so many crowns, shouldn't you bear their weight?"

"I don't think so," Yan Ziming said shamelessly, even Bai He, who was prepared, couldn't help but glance at him.

"Alright, you'll have to deal with it sooner or later anyway... My gut feeling tells me that time isn't too far off."

"I have a feeling you said something dangerous. Tell me more?"

Can what you did today be replicated on someone else?

"Listen to me, hey—!"

Yan Ziming took a deep breath, knowing that he wouldn't get an answer from her, and simply answered her question.

"No, but for other lightning-type ability users, it can be copied."

"Oh? That's an interesting conclusion. What are the specific reasons?"

"Because of my physical condition, you, as a high-ranking person, should know the term 'elementalization'."

"Oh... I've read about this in some literature. It's a divine skill that elemental ability users dream of obtaining, requiring an elemental affinity of over 98%—" Bai He suddenly paused: "It seems the key to the problem is elementalization. It's a key, a key that only you and that person possess..."

"So I can't help the others much. At most, I can help other lightning-type ability users. As for the rest of the ability users... without the 'key' you mentioned, they probably won't be as lucky as Tian Tian."

"Then please do your best to find the answer. I'll say it again: pay attention to the people around you. Maybe the key person in the matter is just a stranger you passed by."

Bai He put down the tea, stretched, and yawned: "Let's go back. I haven't slept since last night."

"...You're still so good at ordering people around, aren't you going to ask for my opinion?"

"If you're unwilling to do even the simplest things, then you're just rotting away~ Goodbye... Haa~~"

Bai He yawned and left. Yan Ziming sat alone in the conference room for a while before getting up to leave as well.

"It's easy for you to talk when you're not the one doing the work... You say it's just a small favor, but don't you have any idea how heavy the thing you're lifting is?"

She silently cursed Bai He for being a charlatan, then looked up at the clock above her head; it showed 11:40 p.m.

The Ministry of National Defense press conference will be held tomorrow morning at 6:00 AM...

Chapter Fifty-Six: Dissatisfaction Arrived During the Inspection

After leaving the meeting room, Yan Ziming did not go home, but went somewhere first.

This is the special institution where I am taken in every day.

Logically speaking, this place is a top-secret location, and Yan Ziming, as a non-official, should not have known about it. However, she obtained the location through certain means and even got a pass.

What methods? Is that even a question?

First, talk to Mu Mu, and then Mu Mu will talk to Mo Sheng. That way, all the pain will be over!

After showing his highest-level pass, Yan Ziming proceeded unimpeded to the deepest part of the institution, where a person in a white coat greeted him.

This person looks to be in his thirties. He seems to be a superhuman, but his role is more supportive, or perhaps a research-oriented superhuman. Judging from his demeanor and speech, he should be a department head or higher.

"Hello, Ms. Yan Ziming."

"Hello."

Yan Ziming shook hands with him and asked directly, "Where is Tiantian?"