Great, we're doomed now!

"We can't expect one person to shoulder everything."

Masaki Keigo, with a towel wrapped around his body, expressed his heartfelt feelings.

As someone who was also "chosen," Masaki could guess that Ye Shou must have made considerable preparations. Because of the difference in their family backgrounds, Ye Shou's preparations were certainly far more thorough than his.

So when he first joined Ye Shou's forces, he wasn't intimidated by the advanced scientific research equipment or the renowned industry leaders; on the contrary, he felt it was only natural.

But as he delved deeper, he gradually realized that he had underestimated everything about "Ye Shou"... far too much!

From the formidable strength of the Jiu family to its deep ties with TPC, from its extensive political connections to the talents it has gathered from all walks of life, from its pioneering high-tech innovations to its undisclosed science fiction products, and even in multiple fields such as people's livelihood, disaster relief, and environmental protection, Ye Shou has made early arrangements and has already begun to see results.

Even with his own exceptional talent, Masaki still found it hard to imagine how one person could juggle so many things and push each one to its theoretical limit. Ye Shou's superhuman energy allowed him not only to avoid neglecting any aspect but also to create synergy and a positive cycle.

It is precisely because of these efforts that humanity today has something to rely on when facing supernatural disasters.

Imagine if Ye Shou hadn't made the arrangements beforehand, and without everything he brought... just how brutal would the battle in Brazil have been?

At least Masaki Keigo couldn't imagine it.

Having such a reliable companion is undoubtedly comforting, but he also knows that even Superman has his limitations, and an individual's strength is always finite.

Everyone's efforts are important!

If Masaki was a proud and solitary genius in the past, he now feels guilty, believing that he has failed to fulfill his responsibilities and obligations.

Of course, he wouldn't let himself be blinded by success; he was still very clear about his advantages:

His battlefield is in the research institute, where his wisdom is far more valuable to humanity than his strength.

Subterranean sharks will be his next major research topic!

That said, while a streamlined shape is more suitable for drilling, and thicker armor has less impact on mobility and stronger defense... does the humanoid form of [Bayeri] also represent another possibility?

There was no way around it; the impact that demon had on Masaki was simply too strong. Perhaps it was a hidden preference in his bloodline, but he was filled with a fondness and longing for enormous humanoid objects.

The young scientist pondered, and an even bolder, even somewhat insane, idea began to take shape in his mind:

How about designing it to be deformable?

From a great white shark to a humanoid mecha... let's call it "Shark Giant"!

-

TPC Far East Branch.

In the training area, Xincheng sat in a simulator cockpit, his forehead slightly sweaty.

Before him was a complex user interface and a surrounding display screen, which was simulating the basic operating procedures of the [G series].

Although he was an excellent pilot, piloting this humanoid mobile weapon felt completely different from operating an airplane. He needed to adapt to a completely new operating logic and sense of balance. However, thanks to the "mental perception framework" newly developed by the Blue Dream Company, he adapted quickly.

Unlike ordinary trainees, Shinjo was already an outstanding student and had made meritorious contributions in Brazil, so he was specially granted the qualification to pilot a special model, which was said to be a mobile suit from the same series as Bayeri and known as "Gundam".

That's right, it's one of the "Seventy-Two Demon Gods" that's been making headlines online and is on the minds of millions of players!

If this gets out, Xincheng will immediately become the object of everyone's envy, jealousy, and hatred!

If it weren't for confidentiality regulations, Xincheng would definitely have boasted about it:

You guys can only play with glue, but I can actually go up there and open it!

"Left arm linkage speed is below standard value, Xincheng team member, pay attention to balance correction!" came the voice of the training instructor (AI) from the communicator.

"Understood!" Shinjo concentrated and tried to control the simulated robotic arm to make more precise movements.

Even with the help of eight "frameworks," it wasn't easy... I increasingly admire Yoshino Mori, who was able to perform those three divine and demonic maneuvers.

He recalled many things... and wanted to do more in the next crisis!

Shinjou didn't want to be just a "driver" watching helplessly as monsters ravaged the land; he had to master this new equipment as soon as possible.

Meanwhile, in the dormitory for ordinary employees of the Ministry of Transportation.

Daigo Madoka sat at his desk, the desk lamp illuminating his slightly tired but very focused face.

Several thick books and manuals were spread out in front of him, such as "Basic Engineering Mechanics", "Introduction to the Operation Theory of General-Purpose Next-Generation Fighter Jets", "Gundam Operation Manual", "Equipment Maintenance Overview"... Next to him was a pile of manuscript paper filled with notes.

Speaking of which, Gundam should be the most cutting-edge mobile suit, so how come all sorts of tactical theories are being published in books? And why is the author listed as "The Great Lord of the Legion"? Who is that?

Daigo was a little confused, but since it was a textbook given to him, he should just study it carefully.

He rubbed his slightly sore eyes, took a sip of water, and continued to bury himself in his studies.

As a member of the transport unit, he didn't have the extensive flying experience of Shinjo, and he needed to learn a lot of theoretical knowledge from scratch. The selection exam for prospective pilots of the "Aerospace Force" within TPC was approaching, and he had to seize every minute.

He had never studied this hard when he was in high school. It felt like he had found a purpose in life and had inexhaustible energy.

Commander Sawai and Mr. Kuze specially approved this spot for me, and I must not let them down!

"Ah!"

Ye Shou touched his nose and subconsciously frowned.

He hasn't sneezed in ages!

"what happened?"

A weak voice sounded from the bed: "Oh no... could it be that I infected you?"

"How could that be?"

Ye Shou chuckled: "Don't overthink the virus. Just focus on getting better."

Actually, this is very likely due to the burden brought by the Stand's ability... So Ye Shou came over to guard it, wanting to figure out the specific mechanism of this Stand, without forcibly inputting life energy.

In a sense, Ye Shou was the culprit behind this illness. In fact, his successful passage through this ordeal was indeed largely due to the "belief" boost brought about by the game livestream.

The guiding role played by Qianhua is difficult to quantify, but it can be said to be one of the key points.

Before Ye Shou could even express his gratitude, Qianhua suddenly fell slightly unwell. There seemed to be an underlying connection between the two, and he naturally felt a little apologetic. He then began to pamper Qianhua even more.

Try to fulfill her requests as long as they aren't too unreasonable!

"Mmmmm~"

Chika, her face flushed, lay on the bed, only her little head peeking out as she nodded slightly.

"Is there nothing else going on today?"

"No, so I'll stay with you. Sleep peacefully."

"...Where's Ruri-chan?"

"He's probably busy with work."

"Hehe~" Qianhua giggled foolishly. She seemed even more dazed because she was sick, and Ye Shou could only smile helplessly.

"Now I have it all to myself... It's so hot~"

"Has the fever not gone down yet?"

"It feels uncomfortable... I feel... sticky with sweat..."

With her eyes closed, Chika pouted in annoyance: "Kou-sama."

"Ok?"

"I want to wipe my sweat~"

"I'll call Miss Fengshi over right away—"

"Hmm~"

Qianhua frowned: "It seems that my eldest sister went to participate in some social activities..."

"Oh, so Mengye...she's going to school today." Ye Shou thought for a moment, "The nanny?"

"She's quite shy in front of the nanny..."

Ye Shou was taken aback, looking at the girl with a rosy complexion and an indescribable air of fragility, and couldn't help but be surprised:

After her body weakened, she seemed to become even more "girlish"?

...Could it be that his usual eccentric behavior and mischievous words are all caused by his excessive vitality with nowhere to be released?

"Then there's nothing we can do."

Ye Shou reached for the towel on the bedside table and said naturally, "Let me do it. First, unbutton it... Do you need my help?"

"... um~"

Qianhua's face was flushed, and she pulled the blanket up slightly to cover the lower half of her face.

Seeing this, Ye Shou had no choice but to give up:

I told you to take it off, so why are you still covering it up?

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Ye Shou wrung out the towel, and the warm steam dissipated into the air.

He sat on the edge of the bed, looking at Chika's flushed cheeks due to the fever, and smiled for some reason. Then he reached out and helped the girl sit up, leaning her against the headboard.

It's so hot... It's obviously much hotter than normal body temperature. Ye Shou's senses are very sharp, and he can even feel a warm, expanding current of air spreading out.

It still smelled slightly sweaty, but it wasn't offensive.

Is this okay?

"I just have a fever from a cold and feel weak all over, but I'm not really unable to move."

Chika pouted and started unbuttoning her pajamas. She had just unbuttoned the first button when she secretly glanced at Ye Shou before turning to the side to cover herself.

"That's called burying your head in the sand."

"My Chinese is not very good, so you should use Japanese allusions instead."

"Their attitude has softened considerably, but their stubbornness remains unchanged."

"Well……"

Qianhua turned her back to Ye Shou and quietly tidied her pajamas for a while, then secretly glanced back at him before leaning back against the headboard.

The pale yellow pajamas are printed with cute panda and green bamboo patterns. The two pandas were originally snuggling together affectionately, but now they are forced apart by the wrinkles in the pajamas and can only look at each other from afar through the folds in the fabric.

The neckline of her pajamas was slightly open, revealing skin flushed pink from the heat. Fine beads of sweat covered her neck and collarbone, glistening under the light.

A drop of sweat slid slowly down the texture of her skin, leaving a faint watermark before disappearing into the folds of her pajamas.