Sister, can I be the scabbard too?

Suzhou City, underground base.

The efficiency of the Great Xia Federation government is probably the highest in the entire history of human civilization.

When this government operates with all its might for a unified goal, its efficiency becomes unbelievably high.

From the first exploration of the rift to now, the Doomsday Crisis Response Operations Department has been established in less than 24 hours.

Meanwhile, the branch in Suzhou was established as quickly as possible.

Tang Ling'er and Bai Wuchang, the father and daughter, naturally joined this branch.

The commander of the Suzhou branch was naturally Director Liu, who "only accepted mounts, not apprentices."

"Ling'er, how is she?" Director Liu sat in the main seat, resting his chin on his hands:

"Did Lin Yuan agree to go on a date with you?"

"Okay, I agree. See you at the school gate at 9 a.m. tomorrow." Tang Ling'er nodded. "Then we'll go see the Komodo dragons together."

"Komodo dragons..." Director Liu pondered, "Before your rebirth, did Lin Yuan have any relations with these monitor lizards?"

"Huh?" Tang Ling'er was stunned, then looked at Director Liu with a horrified expression: "It, it happened—"

Snapped!

Before she could finish speaking, the White Impermanence sitting next to her tapped her on the head: "What filthy images are you thinking about now?"

"Oh, I was just trying to lighten the mood~" Tang Ling'er stuck out her tongue and smiled mischievously, then realized something:

"Sister Wuchang, how did you know what I was thinking? Could it be that you...?"

"If you want to die, then continue." Bai Wuchang raised his eyes.

"Ahem, Director Liu, shall we continue?" Tang Ling'er looked at Director Liu again:

"I don't know much about Lin Yuan, and I don't know what he did before the apocalypse."

"But I think there must be a reason why he suggested going to see the Komodo dragons at this time."

"Yes." Director Liu nodded. "Now that things have come to this, we have no choice but to trust him."

To be honest, Director Liu had no idea what to expect at that moment.

Moreover, he felt that the leader who had made a full-scale bet on Lin Yuan was probably also worried.

Otherwise, they wouldn't call every few hours.

Director Liu had never seen that leader so impatient.

There's nothing we can do about it; after all, the end of the world is coming.

Any misjudgment by them could make them sinners against history and humanity.

Is Lin Yuan truly the hope that can change the future of humanity?

Is it really correct for us to make such a judgment based solely on information about Tang Ling'er?

In fact, this problem not only troubled Director Liu, but also everyone in the entire operations command who knew about it.

Everyone wants an answer.

All they could do was pray.

Praying that Lin Yuan was the right choice.

"Humans are truly powerless..." Director Liu thought to himself, but suddenly felt a sharp pain in his lungs: "Cough, cough cough..."

"Old Liu! Why are you coughing again? Is it your illness?"

Tang Annian rushed forward to support him, her eyes filled with worry.

Others might not know, but Tang Annian did.

My old friend was diagnosed with lung cancer at the beginning of this year.

Although it had been brought under control before.

But having just entered the Ashes world, who knows what might happen?

Thinking about this, Tang Annian also felt a strong sense of powerlessness.

Humans have always considered themselves the masters of the world.

But even diseases like cancer cannot be cured.

So what's the point of talking about the end of the world?

Humanity... desperately needs hope.

But... is Lin Yuan really that hope?

No, I can't doubt it, I have to trust my daughter... Tang Annian thought to himself.

But this doubt still lingered.

"It's nothing, it's an old problem."

Director Liu waved his hand: "Ling'er, just proceed according to plan tomorrow. Anyway, you were planning to pursue Lin Yuan anyway."

"Just do it your own way this time."

"Don't worry!" Tang Ling'er made an OK sign: "I have my own rhythm."

"Sister Ling'er."

Just then, Bai Wuchang put his arm around her shoulder and leaned closer: "You wouldn't actually take this for real, would you?"

"Heh, heh heh." Tang Ling'er immediately shivered: "Of course not, don't worry, Sister Wuchang."

"There is absolutely no way I, Tang Ling'er, could fall in love with Lin Yuan!"

"Hmm~" Bai Wuchang narrowed his eyes, slowly increasing the pressure on his hand: "Sister, I trust you one hundred percent too~"

"Alright, alright, you two stop messing around."

Bai Kelu couldn't stand it anymore and stopped his daughter, who was severely obsessed with Luo Li, from creating a chaotic scene:

"There's another situation I need to report. The data shows that the number of missing persons in Suzhou has increased significantly over the past seven days."

"Is it because of the crack?" Tang Annian asked.

"Yes, it should be." White Kelvin nodded.

Rifts leading to the world of ashes will appear randomly.

If there are humans or animals nearby, they can easily get caught up in it.

"Moreover, the disappearance case and an urban legend circulating online appeared at the same time," White Kelvin continued.

"Urban legends?"

"Yes, the ghost story is called... Doomsday Dragon." White Kru browsed through the notebook: "It says that these missing persons became sacrifices for the dragon's resurrection."

"Dragon... Dragon, is the king of emperors, cough cough, wrong channel." Director Liu pinched his brow and shook his head:

"Alright, in short, I will send an investigation team to investigate this matter. We will discuss it again after we have made progress."

"it is good."

"Hmm." Director Liu asked again, "Wuchang, are the gene-enhancing stones for testing whether one can awaken supernatural abilities and the secret medicine used for awakening them ready?"

"The prototype will be finished soon."

When it came to serious matters, Bai Wuchang immediately reverted to his usual icy beauty persona.

"Very good, you're the only one who can decipher the messages on the Sunstone Plate. Thank you for your hard work." Director Liu nodded.

"Next, the Federation will first conduct tests within the military, and then, based on their qualifications and political vetting results, distribute secret drugs to help these soldiers awaken."

"Once we have the first batch of soldiers with superpowers, we can go to the coordinates provided by your superpower, Ling'er, and launch a surprise attack on the Chaos Cult."

"Humanity's fate is not only in the hands of Lin Yuan and Apostle No. 0 - the Sun, but also in our own hands."

"Alright, judging by the time, Commissioner Geng from headquarters should be arriving soon. Let's get ready to welcome him."

"Who is Commissioner Geng?" Bai Wuchang asked.

"Yes, he is a high-ranking military officer who has awakened superpowers, which can be considered a boost to our branch's combat strength."

After Director Liu finished speaking, he suddenly punched his chest:

"Alright, for all humanity, offer your hearts, everyone!"

"Give your heart to all mankind!" x104

……

The next day, at 9 o'clock.

At the entrance of Suzhou University.

Lin Yuan yawned repeatedly, his eyes still heavy with sleep.

It's unbelievable that he gets up before 9 a.m., even without 8 a.m.

"I really envy Senior Black Moon. She's still sleeping soundly in the presidential suite. Sigh, I, Lin Yuan, have to search for Komodo dragons early in the morning just to become stronger."

"I've given so much!"

"Hey, Xiao Yuanzi! What are you doing here?"

Just then, two familiar voices came from behind.

Lin Yuan turned his head and saw Zhang Xiaobai and Lao Wang walking towards him, their heads covered in sweat.

"You two... did you exercise this morning?" Lin Yuan raised an eyebrow.

"Yeah, a senior from the yoga club invited me and Lao Wang to go running today!"

Zhang Xiaobai shrugged, his face displaying an expression reminiscent of Attack on Titan: "I knew you weren't lying, Xiaoyuanzi! Girls really do like athletic types!"

"So Lao Wang and I have decided to use this summer vacation to train hard, and then when school starts next year, we'll go and pick up the freshmen girls!"

"Ah, that's right, I can feel it, my junior is calling to me!" Old Wang said, revealing Jonouchi's exaggerated facial expression.

The incredible abilities of these two made Lin Yuan's lips twitch, and he slowly distanced himself.

"So, Linzi, do you want to come with us?"

"Yeah, let's join our plan to woo female freshmen!"

Zhang Xiaobai and Lao Wang, while maintaining their exaggerated facial expressions, moved closer to Lin Yuan.

"Dating female freshmen is out of the question for my Lin~"

Lin Yuan hadn't spoken yet,

A sweet voice rang out behind him.

Old Wang and Zhang Xiaobai looked in the direction of the sound, but were instantly petrified.

Then, Tang Ling'er, dressed in a black dress, appeared beside Lin Yuan at some point and naturally took his arm.

Her stunningly beautiful mixed-race face shone brightly on the summer morning.

She put her arm around Lin Yuan's shoulder and said, "After all, I can't let my Lin Yuan get snatched away by those flashy, cheap girls."

Old Wang: ……

Zhang Xiaobai: ...

Old Wang: ……

Zhang Xiaobai: ...

Old Wang: Damn.

Zhang Xiaobai: Is this still alive?

Old Wang: He jumped!

Zhang Xiaobai: Hey, hey, hey, why did you actually jump in? That's a stinky ditch!