Just a magical girl who picks up trash

Of course, the so-called mercenaries here are obviously not those free mercenaries registered outside. After all, strictly speaking, the other party does not belong to the power of Tianyu City. They just receive remuneration while accepting tasks in Tianyu City, which can be regarded as a mutually beneficial behavior.

The way to judge these so-called "mercenaries" and captains is undoubtedly the use of their so-called "abilities". The level of the team leader is not yet known, but from what Zhao Tian knows, the so-called rangers and guardians are undoubtedly the real backbone of Tianyu City.

The captains under them can get their own belts or magic devices as soon as they take office. If they want, they can even learn magic or supernatural powers directly through some special "treatment" given by Tianyu City. It can be said that they have a lot of benefits!

Of course, the corresponding benefits also come with a corresponding price or value... If you want to join this force called Tianyu Army, you need to sign a contract with Tianyu City... The contract here is obviously not just a piece of paper, but a contract that truly has some kind of "rule effect".

Although the contract is not a contract of selling oneself, it will require both parties to abide by the contents of the contract. Once either party violates it, they will be sanctioned by the contract itself... This is true for both the contractor himself and Tianyu City as the other party!

"...So what you're saying is that Tianyu City has 'taken a fancy' to me, and now they want me to be one of the captains of the Tianyu Army, just like you?"

This appointment was obviously a bit casual. After listening to Zhao Tian's story, Hei Jia's first thought was undoubtedly this. However, who would have thought that Zhao Tian's answer was obviously more casual than he thought:

"That's not true, but let me tell you, strictly speaking, it's not Tianyu City that's interested in you, but that little girl named Umbrella who's interested in you!"

This sentence made Hei Jia stunned for a moment, but a blush appeared on his face inexplicably. Zhao Tian continued to smile as if he didn't see it:

"Let me tell you, this so-called Tianyu Army...is actually not as serious as you think. It wasn't established to become the first Tianyu City or the backbone of Tianyu City. In fact, it's just...well, how should I put it, you can think of it as a group of friends and family to stop it!"

It has to be said that after signing the contract, Zhao Tian undoubtedly became the so-called "insider". In this regard, it is obvious that there is no such thing as "confidentiality" in Tianyu City. As long as the authority is sufficient, Zhao Tian can basically know everything he wants to know. Therefore, after a few days of cramming knowledge, he undoubtedly knew some of the "truth" about the establishment of the Tianyu Army.

To be honest, when Zhao Tian first heard the truth, he was undoubtedly confused. Then, after he finally accepted the truth, he didn't know why he wanted the newcomer to be as confused as him. Therefore, he set his sights on Hei Jia, the second newcomer besides him, and told him mysteriously about the true meaning of the Tianyu Army!

Well, actually, it is obviously a bit exaggerated to say that it has a meaning of existence. After all, the fact that Tianyu City is a "female city" is actually no secret in the hands of various major forces. Not only are the people who founded Tianyu City all girls, but even the Shumagia produced in the city are not "male" at all. This also led to the origin of Tianyu City's "female city".

However, it is obviously impossible to say that there are no men in a city. Apart from anything else, Yu Huan, as the mayor of Tianyu City, at least has his own "guardian". Although he has not spent much time with the other party, he is still a family member recognized by Yu Huan. Then there are the family members and brothers of the girls who hold important positions in Tianyu City, etc. Therefore, it is naturally impossible to create a "female city" in the true sense.

However, if these people were just kept idle in Tianyu City, not to mention that they would not be spoiled, if they were really kept idle for too long, they might develop some strange personalities or inappropriate thoughts. In addition, as men, they have some male chauvinism in their hearts. In order to take care of this kind of sentiment, the Tianyu Army... was born.

The reason why Zhao Tian jokingly called them the "family and friends group" is actually not a derogatory term, but a real desire to join the Tianyu Army. At least at this stage, this branch of the army has not been made public. Those who want to join the Tianyu Army can undoubtedly obtain the "qualification" only the family and friends of people related to Tianyu City or recognized figures such as Zhao Tian and Heijia.

In addition, there are naturally some beings from another world, such as the two younger brothers who were once accepted by Yuhuan, the amnesiac hero, or male members of the Jing organization like Kuanglong.

All of these will be incorporated into the Tianyu Army in the future, and made into a "male army" that truly belongs to Tianyu City, forming two major military branches together with the Xumagia Army of Tianyu City itself and the "female army" composed of female contractors from various worlds.

Well, simple and crude, no problem!

Of course, if there are any problems, they will be kept to themselves. The key is that the top management of Tianyu City, which is composed of girls, will not listen!

191.Generally

To be honest, after listening to Zhao Tian's introduction to various aspects of Tianyu City, especially the explanation of the "male army" and "female army", Hei Jia's first feeling was actually that "men don't seem to be valued in this city". Of course, after listening to Zhao Tian's explanation, he realized that he was overthinking it.

It’s not that men are not valued here, but as human beings, men here... are basically like mascots!

That's right, this mechanical city seems to be not just for 'men', but real humans. Such existence is not valued here, but Xumagia is relatively important. Heijia even heard from Zhao Tian about the so-called 'Xumajia Protection Law', 'Xumajia Law Book' and other related regulations.

So... should we say that this is truly a city ruled by machines, a place suitable only for machines to survive?

So the question is... In a place like this, is it really necessary for Black Armor, as a human being and a male, to join it?

To be honest, after listening to Zhao Tian's explanation, Hei Jia undoubtedly had some contradictions in his heart... On the one hand, the rich resources and generous treatment of Tianyu City made him want to join, but on the other hand, because of this concept of "equality", although Hei Jia had never looked down on robots, he more or less regarded them as props, and he felt a little resistance.

However, this resistance did not last long, as it was directly broken by Zhao Tian's words:

"Oh, by the way, I forgot to mention that it's said that our Tianyu City is in another universe... I think that's what they say. In that other universe, there's a race called mechanical life forms that backs them up. I don't really understand what mechanical life forms are, but they're clearly a race similar to robots..."

This sudden topic obviously made Hei Jia slightly stunned. He didn't know what the other party was talking about, but he heard Zhao Tian then casually said in a tone that was not sure whether it was an exclamation or amazement:

"It's said that those so-called 'mechanical life forms' are actually real living beings, no different from us humans except for their basic structure. I even heard the Lord of Tianling City say that those mechanical life forms even have emotions, can intermarry with humans, and even... reproduce!"

Having said this, regardless of the stunned Black Armor, he immediately exclaimed:

"As expected, there are many strange things in the world. There's actually a 'mechanical' race like this... I really want to see it!"

Such casual words, but in fact, his peripheral vision decisively glanced at the man in black armor who was already stunned. In fact, at this moment, Zhao Tian didn't need to guess what the other party was thinking at that moment after he said these "casual" words... It has to be said that once a guy with zero emotional intelligence gets it, that expression is obviously impossible to conceal, so Zhao Tian didn't say anything at the moment, just silently waiting for the other party's response.

This response was also very quick. After about a minute, Black Armor came back to his senses. Without thinking, he looked at Zhao Tian and asked with a firm tone:

"How do I sign the contract?"

The words spoken without the slightest hesitation seemed unusually straightforward, and Zhao Tian was obviously even more decisive in this regard. He took out the contract that had already been prepared from his pocket and presented it to Hei Jia:

"Two copies, just a fingerprint!"

Black Armor: ...

I feel like you are trying to trick me, and I have evidence!

He raised his head and looked at the smiling Zhao Tian silently. He always had this feeling in his heart, but it was soon covered by another figure in his mind. After thinking about it, the black armor finally reached out and decisively pressed his handprint on it.

"Om~~~"

In a flash of light, the contract turned into light particles and disappeared in Zhao Tian's hand. But at the same time, the next second, as the flashes of light converged, a black square box-like object slowly emerged in front of him.

"Pap~~"

He subconsciously stretched out his hand, and the box fell into his hand. He looked at the box in his hand that looked like it was made of black crystal with some doubt. Just as Hei Jia was wondering, Zhao Tian on the side had already taken out his own brown box and said:

"This thing, which seems to be called a key, is proof of our identity. It's also a communication tool, a way to access information, and so on... In short, it's an indispensable item for connecting with Zeya. Each person has one, and no one else can use it!"

After such explanation, Zhao Tian, ​​who had obviously fooled the newcomer into joining, had no intention of saying anything more. Instead, he glanced at the time on the key in his hand and said, "You will understand the specific situation after studying it yourself." Then he turned and walked outside.

It was already afternoon, and although he didn't know whether Xiaoyu had returned, he was obviously still prepared to continue guarding... maybe the other party had already returned!

"..."

After Zhao Tian left, Hei Jia was the only one left in the room. Hei Jia was obviously stunned for a long time, as if he had not yet recovered from this series of changes. He did not make any extra movements at the moment, but just found a bed and lay down, looking at the key in his hand while summarizing what Zhao Tian said in his mind.

There is no doubt that because of a momentary impulse, Hei Jia has now been said to have sold himself out. However, the strangest thing is that although he is clearly aware of this, he not only does not have the slightest regret or anger in his heart, but instead has some... satisfaction in his thoughts.

"I must be crazy!"

He muttered to himself, and just as he finished, his finger accidentally touched the key. The next second, an electronic sound suddenly rang out:

"Activation completed, binding successful, do you want to start the novice guide function?"

The sudden sound came from the key in his hand, which undoubtedly made Hei Jia slightly startled. When he reacted, he just heard the question of "Newbie Guide". He thought about it and nodded slightly.

"start!"

It can be said that I know absolutely nothing about Tianyu City, so having some kind of novice guide is obviously a good thing in this situation.

Although I always feel that... these lines, which are like the beginning of the game, are a little unreliable!

As he was thinking this, after a while, in a faint light, Hei Jia slowly closed his eyes and fell into a deep sleep.

192. Rumors

Putting aside the signing of the contract and the establishment of the Tianyu Army, while Tianyu City was actively eliminating the silver and occasionally rescuing the scavengers in the ruins, a rumor about Tianyu City... well, strictly speaking, it was not a rumor. The news spread throughout the entire ruined desert, almost every corner of the streets and alleys.

The source of the news is said to be the newly formed "Alliance". Putting aside the fact that the alliance includes all the big and small prominent forces on the continent, the fact that the leaders are Tianta City, Demon Realm and the Scavengers Alliance is enough to prove its strength and prestige.

The news conveyed by this organization was naturally believed by many people in the ruins, and the truth of its content also scared countless scavengers, psychics and magicians to death!

The strange and mysterious silver is actually a product of a certain "ruin." It is said to be a monster capable of devouring everything and destroying the world... Well, this introduction is basically redundant. After all, it has been so long since the silver appeared, and its existence has clearly become a nightmare for countless forces. However, the most important news is what comes next...

The one who released this power was none other than Tianyu City and the supporting force behind it, the 'Mirror' organization. The reason why they possessed weapons that could contain silver was because they had acquired the technology from the ruins that sealed silver!

It is unknown whether the news is true or not, and no one knows where the rumor came from. Although the alliance even made a special statement to explain that this is not the case, we have to know that there are many rumor spreaders and rumor makers among humans, not to mention that many families have been broken up and people have died because of the existence of silver. There is no doubt that the emergence of this news has undoubtedly given those who hate silver but also fear the existence of silver a direction to vent their emotions.

In an instant, the entire Tianyu City seemed to have become the target of public criticism from the entire continent, and became the subject of heated discussion among various forces. At the same time, when they were carrying out the elimination of Baiyin and rescue operations outside, they were also appreciated at the beginning, but later they were rejected and scolded.

As for such a situation, Tianyu City was straightforward... or rather, single-minded. After Tianling gave an order, all the Xiumagia decisively gave up the rescue and instead focused on destroying the silver as much as possible. At the same time, even the occasional rescue operation would only target those who believed in Tianyu City or were willing to stand on their side.

Once the news of this incident spread, it naturally cast a black shadow on Tianyu City once again. However, the top leaders of Tianyu City seemed not to care at all, which disappointed many forces in the alliance who were originally waiting for the fermentation of this matter and its follow-up.

After all, in their original plan, Tianyu City would undoubtedly be at the forefront of public opinion after the spread of rumors. The development of each force would undoubtedly not lack the support of the people and liquidity. In the eyes of all forces, the isolated Tianyu City would sooner or later choose to compromise under public opinion or pressure from all sides, and then honestly surrender to the alliance and sever its ties with the Mirror Organization, and at the same time, willingly hand over the weapons in its hands to "fight" against Baiyin.

After all, if this matter was simply directed at Tianyu City, then perhaps it was just a simple rumor and would definitely not cause such a reaction. After all, Tianyu City is now doing an act of chivalry. Although saving people is just a matter of convenience, it is saved. Among the people who were rescued, in addition to those who are grateful, there are obviously many discerning people.

However, the existence of the Naihejing Organization has been synonymous with evil forces and terrorist organizations since ancient times. With the collusion of such a force, it is obviously impossible for any force on the mainland to admit it, and even needs to absolutely deny its existence.

However, despite originally anticipating that Tianyu City would certainly express opposition to this, and even when those forces had already prepared 'evidence' of Tianyu City's collusion with the Mirror Organization, the other party actually acquiesced... yes, acquiesced?!

So you guys really have a connection with the Mirror Organization?!

In an instant, the forces that were honestly skeptical about the information told by Zishu became more and more distrustful of Tianyu City. At the same time, the voices in the entire parliament about attacking Tianyu City and dragging out the Mirror Organization behind Tianyu City became louder and louder. In just a few days, the entire ruins seemed to be caught in an atmosphere of impending storm.

In this atmosphere, Baiyin seemed to be happy to see the alliance forces declare war on their mortal enemy Tianyu City. Although they were still carrying out their own "main world" erosion plan, the scope of their erosion was gradually changing from swallowing up everything they went to gradually avoiding the territories of some forces that had joined the alliance.

Naturally, this change was detected by Skynet at the first moment. For a moment, while being surprised that Baiyin actually had "intelligence", they were also wary of the other party. The other party's "goodwill" behavior also made them more suspicious of Tianyu City.

Driven by this suspicion, the calls for a crusade were getting louder and louder from the alliance. Finally, under the pressure of helplessness, the three presidents of the alliance, Tianta City Rat, Demon Realm Archer Tower Lord and Scavenger Alliance President, issued a final notice to Tianyu City, informing them to hand over the design drawings of weapons against Baiyin, satellite control rights and the detailed spatial coordinates of the Mirror Organization.

That’s right, it’s a requirement, not a request. If Tianyu City rejects any of the three conditions, the three major forces will form an alliance to attack the other side and take down Tianyu City in one fell swoop!

Nearly 90% of the forces in the entire continent have united, and it must be said that this is also the ability of the Rat.

Under his leadership, there is no doubt that this is definitely an existence that is capable of sweeping away any force in the entire continent. Therefore, in their view, going to Tianyu City... is really a piece of cake!

193. Plan

The Alliance Parliament is ready to take action, but not to fight against the silver that is now plaguing the continent. Instead, it is pointing the spearhead at Tianyu City, which is on the same continent. In their eyes, this is undoubtedly an act of justice that cannot be simply conquered.

After all, it is an organization that unites all forces on the continent and the three most powerful forces. It is almost impossible for Tianyu City, a mere small city, to compare with it. Even if the other party seems to have satellites that are no less than Tianta City and mysterious weapons that can fight against silver, the size of the force obviously determines that the strength that the other party can exert will be absolutely limited.

And it is precisely under this kind of confident state that the reason why it is considered a just act is also very simple: first of all, the fact that the other party colluded with the Mirror Organization, when Tianyu City tacitly agreed, it had undoubtedly been labeled as such by the Alliance, just like the so-called cults in ancient times, anyone who came together with a terrorist organization like the Mirror Organization should be destroyed!

Then another reason is what Tianyu City has done: it is self-contained and selfish!

They have weapons that are powerful enough to destroy the Silvers, but they don't disclose them at this critical moment. They even openly resist joining the Alliance, an organization that is trying to protect humanity and fight against the Silvers... Such behavior is not only a provocation to the Alliance, but also a display of arrogance. However, the other party has resources that they don't have (envy, jealousy and hatred). In this case, adhering to the principle of everything for humanity, they can only use a slightly tougher method to get them.

We are doing this for humanity, so we... have a clear conscience!

This is probably the mentality of many forces in the alliance at this moment!

Of course, there may be some people with clear eyes and clear minds who can see through these twists and turns to the essence, but so what?

Putting aside the fact that in front of a behemoth like the Alliance, no force would be idle enough to help an unfamiliar Tianyu City. Just talking about the mysterious weapon in the hands of the other party that can fight against silver, whether for the purpose of confrontation or for self-protection, they naturally hope to get it. Therefore, under this general trend, all forces are actually waiting for a compromise from Tianyu City.

They also have to compromise, because if they don't compromise, there will be only one outcome... that is destruction!

……

At the same time, in the central city of Tianyu City, which had been declared destroyed, in an office formed by countless crystal screens, Tian Ling smiled and threw the "document" in his hand on the table. His usual gentle smile was inexplicably cold for some reason. Even his eyes, which were full of data light, were filled with coldness and ridicule. He suddenly uttered a disdainful smile:

"The Silver invasion has plunged the entire world into a life-or-death struggle. Yet, instead of immediately uniting all forces to fight against the Silver or researching solutions, we're thinking of attacking those closest to us, stealing their technology, and even justifying it with such high-sounding excuses. Humanity... Tsk~~ It's true that no matter how many years have passed, we're still like this!"

As an artificial intelligence that had experienced the Mirror Destruction Day, Tian Ling had obviously witnessed what humans had done since she was created. Therefore, as a witness to such history, looking at the current behavior of the "Alliance", she really had the qualifications to make such remarks.

"Om~~~"

As Tian Ling finished speaking, another figure in OL clothes and an expressionless girl quietly walked out from the light curtain amidst the rising waves of light. After coming in front of Tian Ling, she immediately spoke in a calm tone:

"It's been confirmed that Tianta City, the Demon Realm, the Scavenger Alliance, and other parties are assembling their armies. Furthermore, it seems that due to 'rumors' in the outer city, many mercenaries have become rebellious towards Tianyu City. Thirty percent of the original candidates for the Tianyu Army have chosen to leave Tianyu City due to the rumors... What should we do?"

He looked at Tianling in an inquiring tone. Although both of them were artificial intelligence, Zeya was created relatively late, so he was a younger generation. On the other hand, Tianling was the one appointed by Yuyuan to be the person in charge when he left. Therefore, Zeya, who clearly distinguished between public and private matters, naturally needed to confirm the other party's intentions on such a major matter.

"Don't worry about it. If they want to attack, then let them do it. At worst, we can just connect the armies of several worlds or ask the Mirror Organization for help. It won't cause any trouble!"

The reason why the relationship with the Mirror Organization was implicitly acknowledged in the previous rumors was obviously not because Tianyu City was too lazy to explain, but because although the rumor spread by the Alliance may have come out independently, it has to be said that it accidentally hit the nail on the head. Tianyu City, which has no intention of distancing itself from the Mirror Organization or having "secret dealings" with it, naturally will not refute the mystery.

"As for those who want to leave or rebel... their mercenary qualifications will be revoked and Tianyu City will never accept them... throw them out!"

There was no hesitation in the words, even though many of them were actually good reserve personnel of the Tianyu Army after being screened by Zeya and selected by Zhao Tian and Heijia in recent days. However, since the other party had no intention of being loyal to Tianyu City, Tianyu City would naturally not lack these dispensable people. Therefore, Zeya nodded without any objection to Tianling's words, closed his eyes slightly, and then slowly opened them:

"The order has been issued!"

After saying this, he stood there quietly as if waiting for Tianling's next words. Tianling thought about it for a while and then stopped paying attention to the "flea" behavior of the Alliance, and turned to think about the Silver side.

"After devouring for so long, Baiyin should have accumulated a lot of energy, right? Unfortunately, although our Xiumagia sisters can restrain Baiyin's clone to some extent, it is obviously impossible to completely eradicate his true body that has been buried deep in this world for thousands of years!"

You have to know that silver is a product that has existed since before the Mirror Destroyed the Sun, and even before the rise of mankind, that era when there were countless races and even gods. It was also an existence that assisted the only Star-Creating Goddess when the gods abandoned this world and created the world. Such an existence... Tianling is not naive enough to destroy the other party with their own power.

194. Action

In fact, if Baiyin had not had the idea of ​​devouring the world, and had helped the goddess create the world and saved all the living beings in the ruins, it would not be strange for him to be worshipped as a new god and be supported or believed in by everyone. However, the obsession in his heart made Baiyin give up this idea, and he did not hesitate to embark on this contradictory path of no return.

Silver is immortal. Not to mention Tianling and the others, even the system, Yuhuan who is inheriting the power of the goddess, Ying who is the reincarnation of the goddess, and even the former goddess of creation and the gods, it is absolutely impossible for them to destroy each other. After all, Silver is the first creature born when the world was created. It can be said that it itself is synonymous with "rules".

And it is precisely because of this clear understanding of himself that Baiyin has been able to split his consciousness almost unlimitedly, split his own body and devour everything without scruples. At the same time, his consciousness has been able to cause such a big storm in every era and every world.

At the same time, because of its immortality and even the seal may not be effective, the concept of time for Silver Transformation is different from that of humans. In its view, if it wants to achieve its goals, it does not matter how many years it takes. It does not matter if it just waits quietly to find it, or even if it fails after a "full deployment".

Because it has no shortage of time, it has countless opportunities to start over!

It is precisely because of this that after the Mirror Destruction Day ended a hundred years ago, it was able to peacefully cultivate in the mirror universe for ten thousand years, and only after devouring the entire mirror universe did it extend its claws deep into the main universe.

It was precisely because of this that with Zeng Yu's sudden appearance, it was able to lurk in this continent without hesitation despite the opponent's strong blockade, and began to disperse and erode various small planes.