The Villain Knight Doesn't Want to Be a Hero

After absorbing the danger level of Mu Geng, he unlocked the level lock of stage two. If he absorbs another person, it should be enough for him to evolve to stage two, right?

And considering the potential of this living devil, even without adding his genetic factors, it can be upgraded to dangerous level five...

But these are just thoughts.

This world is not comfortable enough for him to come up with another build plan.

After staying at the Baker family for a while and asking some questions, Lin Qiao and Lucy set out again.

"You're really good at dealing with people."

Shortly after leaving, Lucy, who was sitting in the passenger seat, suddenly exclaimed.

It had been less than an hour since they met, but the group of vagrants were chatting enthusiastically with Lin Qiao, as if they were half-brothers.

Judging from the situation, the other party is eager to keep them overnight...even though it is still daytime.

There was no trace of wariness between them as when they first met.

"Um, um.....I'm sorry for ignoring you?"

"Stop talking nonsense! Who told you this!?" Lucy denied it flatly. Although she was a little dissatisfied with it, the reason was different from what most people thought...

I was nervous and alert all around, not daring to relax for a moment because of the possible conflict at any time, but this guy turned out to be so good that he was almost sworn brothers with the opponent!

It makes me angry just thinking about it.

and....

"I'm just a little envious..."

He muttered in a voice that only he could hear.

If I had the same social skills as him, perhaps the situation would be much better.

But rather than saying that she can't communicate with others, it would be more appropriate to say that she is afraid to contact others.

Lin Qiao pinched her chin, then put one hand on Lucy's head: "Come to think of it, I used to be a social phobic, but a mild one."

“…I don’t believe it.” Or rather, he simply couldn’t imagine such a scene.

"Unfortunately, it's true."

"Then how did you become what you are today?"

"Of course it's all thanks to the efforts of someone like me." Lin Qiao said happily.

This is a lie...but it is also the truth.

But in addition to his experiences in various worlds, the more important reason is that he has special social skills.

As we all know, changes in human emotions are essentially changes in chemical elements in the brain.

For example, when we are happy, the human brain releases substances such as dopamine and adrenaline - conversely, as long as we can invisibly encourage the body to release these specific chemicals, we will feel happy from the bottom of our hearts.

Based on this theory, and the ability improvement after unlocking the level lock, a new ability was developed by Lin Qiao.

He can invisibly control the chemical elements released by the human brain by releasing certain positions or electromagnetic waves.

The most intuitive example is the Baker family.

When they get close to or talk to Lin Qiao, their brains will release a large amount of dopamine, making them feel happy, thus making them let down their guard against Lin Qiao and even want to ask him for love.

After comprehensive consideration, Lin Qiao decided to name this ability - "Dog-licking stance".

Of course, this happiness is harmless, and once the ability is lifted, they will return to normal.

And the above are just basic applications.

Furthermore, even if one's parents die in front of one's eyes, that person can still laugh heartily; two lovers who have shared life and death can also become complete strangers in a short period of time... or something like that.

Let’s talk about it later when we need it.

The weathered road signs flashed by, but the content displayed on them was very clear and unambiguous.

【10 km from the checkpoint】

"Have you prepared the documents needed for customs clearance?"

As they got closer to the state border, Lucy began to get nervous.

California, where Night City is located, is a somewhat complicated area.

A wall separated it from the north and south, with those to the north supporting the independent Free States, while those to the south supported the new United States as it attempted to unify.

Because of this complexity, California's relationship with other states is somewhat...delicate.

This includes Arizona, which is adjacent to its south and where Lin Qiao and Lucy are located - after all, it is a free state.

"Don't worry, we're ready."

He reached into the storage compartment under the car door and pulled out a document that had been folded several times.

Seeing this, Lucy also breathed a sigh of relief.

However, if she wanted to throw this thing into the fire to roast it for a while, she would find that it would not light at all.

After all, strictly speaking, that was not a file, but a mimicry of Lin Qiao's genetic factors.

Yes, mimicry.

It is also a new skill obtained after unlocking the second level of the stage.

However, it can only simulate the physical properties of the same substance, but cannot simulate the chemical properties - after all, the essence of this thing is still his genetic factors.

As the distance to the checkpoint gradually increased, a convoy consisting of several black trucks and transport vehicles appeared in front of Lin Qiao and his companions.

The black background with white letters and the logo on the car body are particularly clear and visible.

Arasaka

The oldest super company in history.

After noticing that there was an extra car behind the convoy, even though they were still a long way away, the fully armed Arasaka soldiers on it immediately leaned out of the car window and pointed their weapons at them to warn them to retreat.

Lin Qiao noticed the weapon they were using, which was an assault rifle called "Authentic".

"Anyone who uses Arasaka triple burst is an idiot." This was the conclusion Lin Qiao came to in the game.

[The vehicles behind please back off immediately. This is the company's asset. Otherwise, force will be used! ]

A warning horn sounded from the Arasaka transport vehicle ahead.

Lin Qiao raised her eyebrows. You dare to point a gun at me? I think you want to die!

But before he could use his telekinesis to give the company dog ​​in front of him a life, someone grabbed his arm tightly.

"Lucy...?"

“…”

He didn't respond, but the hand that was holding Lin Qiao was shaking constantly.

After noticing that it was Arasaka's convoy, her face turned pale in an instant.

He lowered his head desperately, fearing that the Arasaka soldiers in front of him would see his face.

With an expression of fear that made him almost cry, he bit his lower lip tightly.

".....Sorry, I'm a little carsick. Could you drive a little slower..."

Even though she tried her best to remain calm, anyone could tell from her trembling voice that she was deeply fearful.

Switching his sight between Lucy and Arasaka's transport convoy, Lin Qiao narrowed his eyes and silently stepped on the brake.

The speed of the off-road vehicle suddenly slowed down and soon distanced itself from Arasaka's transport convoy.

Seeing this, the Arasaka soldier who had stuck his head out returned to the car.

Chapter 295 You really are not good at lying, Lucy

There is a practical benefit to being a company dog, especially a company dog ​​in a big company like Arasaka.

That means it will be very easy to pass the level.

After all, even if they are carrying prohibited items, border security personnel may not dare to touch them, especially a convoy with armed escort.

To put it bluntly, if a real fight breaks out, such an armed convoy would be enough to wipe out the border guards three or four times.

It was precisely because of this kind of letting go and giving the green light all the way that when Lin Qiao and his team arrived at the checkpoint, they did not dramatically run into Arasaka's escort convoy as in the movie.

These company dogs have long since disappeared without a trace.

"Brother, the one next to you, is that your sister? Her face doesn't look right. What's going on?"

A border guard wearing a dark green heavy bulletproof vest came over, tapped lightly on the car window, and spoke in a kind tone.

"Nothing serious, just a bit of heat stroke and motion sickness."

"Heatstroke? No wonder, the weather is so hot, and you guys have walked a lot... We happen to have motion sickness medicine here, do you need it?"

"That's really helpful, thank you."

"Hey, no matter what, we are all friends."

From the perspective of a bootlicker who can control people's emotions, everyone on the border looks at Lin Qiao with great favor.

Others have to face interrogation and harassment when crossing the border, but for him, he just asked a few symbolic questions and then both sides started chatting about daily life.

The owner of the car behind him was full of questions...Are the service attitudes of border guards so good these days?

Then I have to hurry up and experience it.

After driving all day, I have to let these bastards rub my legs.

He took away a bag of various kinds of medicines with biotechnology logos on them. Finally, amid the warm farewell of the border guards, Lin Qiao started the car engine.

Licking dog position, release

Then, not long after she left, she heard the sound of guns being loaded and border guards cursing angrily behind her.

As the car drove away, the outline of the checkpoint was getting smaller and more blurred.

Finally, after a sandstorm, it completely disappeared.

The atmosphere in the car was a bit depressing.

All you can hear is the sound of the engine turning and the wheels rubbing against the ground. The electronic sound of the car navigation system has become the most humane words.

The relaxed feeling along the way was replaced by an indescribable depression at some point.

Lin Qiao turned her head and glanced at Lucy beside her.

Ever since she encountered Arasaka's transport team, her condition has been a little strange.

But he could roughly guess the reasons... Pseudo... probably it was the internet hacker that Arasaka had trained since childhood, and it definitely had nothing to do with the word "humanity".

Although it is possible to directly use genetic factors to possess and read memories, Lin Qiao does not want to use such means unless it is necessary.

After all, who doesn’t have a past that they don’t want to face?

"Are you ok?"

"...Yeah, it's okay."

Telling lies that even you don't believe.

His face was still pale with shock, and his eyes were staring out the window with a little lifelessness.

But now, she could no longer use her extra energy to imagine the barren Gobi Desert as the moon she had never seen before.

The moment the Arasaka soldiers pointed their guns at her, she suddenly realized that even though she had been running away for so long, the word "Arasaka" had never left her.

The world is hell.

And she has always been here.