reincarnation npc, but tomorrow's ark

At least, the intelligence of today's typists should have decreased by 50%.

"Have you seen the messenger from Laterano?" Sure enough, the typist's attention was diverted, and she answered while frantically stuffing things into the cabinet.

Bai Ye nodded: "They sent envoys from all over the world, and they said some things about you."

"Heh, it's nothing... Bai Ye, you don't think I had a fight with my family, do you? Nothing like that happened." Typing Girl shook her head and slammed the door shut twice, but the cabinet door was still pushed open by the bag that wasn't completely stuffed in, so she simply sat down in the chair.

"I just don't want to go back," she said softly, looking at Bai Ye.

Tired of the noise over there and want a peaceful life?

This was the reason that Typing Princess gave to Bai Ye before.

"So you've been remembering all this time, huh? Then why did you assign me so much work..."

The typist smiled.

Then she revealed the answer she had been keeping hidden: "In Laterano, I was just an outcast."

"Because a few years ago, I lost the ability to empathize."

……

Bai Ye was stunned.

Bai Ye didn't know much about Sarkaz, but as a player, he had been exposed to a lot of information in the past, so he knew some things more or less.

For example, the aura of the Sarkaz.

This is not a simple "fluorescent light," nor is it a decoration; rather, it is a very important bodily organ for the Sakotas. Through the halo, Sakotas can sense each other's emotions, a phenomenon known as "empathy."

This "empathy" isn't direct mind reading, but it allows the Sarkaz to better understand each other's thoughts and improves communication efficiency. Therefore, no matter how unreliable the Sarkaz may be, thanks to the connection provided by the aura, Laterano has always maintained peace and stability.

This "redemption" belongs solely to the Sarkaz angels and is also considered by Lateran religion as proof that the Sarkaz have received "redemption."

Players used to call this thing "sacred karara," which has led to many memes.

Incidentally, the native inhabitants of Terra also believe that there is some kind of telepathic mechanism between the "undead" (players), because they can communicate directly (through chat windows) without needing to talk.

While it's all just a joke, Bai Ye also knows what it truly means for an angel to lose "empathy."

He couldn't help but look at the Typing Girl with curiosity. The girl's wings and halo were still bright, unlike what a fallen angel would look like. As far as Bai Ye knew, only fallen angels would have their halos and wings shattered and lose the ability to empathize.

“In Laterano, other races cannot truly understand us Sarkaz, but when I lost the ability to empathize, I became an outcast,” Typing Girl said softly.

The Sakotas are used to sensing each other's emotions, and losing this ability will naturally create a rift between them.

Only then did Bai Ye understand why Typing Princess had abandoned her name, left Laterano, and never returned.

This is far more complicated than the family emotional disputes, love and hate grudges that Bai Ye originally guessed.

“I feel pretty good now. Anyway, people of other races don’t have ‘empathy’, so I’m not an outsider here.” Typing Girl smiled cheerfully at Bai Ye, indicating that she was used to it and was fine.

However, Bai Ye saw a stubbornness hidden behind the girl's relaxed expression.

"Sometimes, I really envy you..."

The white-haired Lateran girl spoke softly.

A gentle breeze carries the scent of lemons.

There is no place for me there.

Because I am unreliable.

……

Bai Ye looked at the girl's slender figure without saying a word.

Clearly, she had kept these things in her heart for a long time, and only took this opportunity to tell herself.

Bai Ye didn't know how to offer advice, or even how to begin the conversation.

However, Bai Ye kept this matter in mind.

Later, he would go to Lateran to find the answer. And, coincidentally, he could meet with Pope Ivangelist XI.

At least in Bai Ye's previous life, he was a nice old man.

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Typing Girl didn't know when Bai Ye left.

However, she covered her face with her hands after Bai Ye left.

"He actually said it..."

Typing Girl didn't want to reveal this secret, but she couldn't help herself when facing Bai Ye.

Because sometimes, no matter how hard you build up your outer shell, your heart will not become stronger.

Ultimately, it is still soft.

The girl's gaze fell on the open drawer, where a corner of an envelope was visible.

But the "gift" Bai Ye gave her was still revealed in the cabinet under the drawer.

"What...two idiots."

……

White Night found Skadi and Specter, then returned to her residence.

He pulled out his treasured heirloom gun, the "Black Barrel," from under the bed. It was a fine gift, as he needed to travel to Laterano afterward.

After opening the game panel, Bai Ye calculated the time and estimated that it would take at least two months for players to log back in.

Originally, Bai Ye did plan to take advantage of this time to go to Laterano.

However, a post on Rhode Island's internal network caught his attention.

That was a post from the medical department, posted by Ansel, describing a strange visitor arriving at Rhodes Island.

Bai Ye carefully read the post.

“Skadi, Laurentina, we need to return to Rhodes Island headquarters tomorrow.”

Bai Ye looked at the two deep-sea hunters and said seriously.

Chapter Fifty-Six: Physical Examination

(The grudge is really strong. Now, cooking is my job, but Azur Lane is my life. What, you're asking about Azur Lane Archives? That's a hobby XD)

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Bai Ye hasn't returned to Rhodes Island for a long time.

As the head of Rhodes Island's field operations department, being offline for extended periods seems quite reasonable.

However, Bai Ye did not neglect his own work duties, otherwise that old woman Kal'tsit would have fired him long ago.

As it turns out, although Bai Ye was not at Rhodes Island headquarters, she managed the entire department in an orderly manner with the help of communication networks and intelligent AI terminals, and most importantly, with the help of Typing Girl.

Even if TypingPrincess deserves 99% of the credit, how can you say that I, Baiye, didn't contribute even 1%?

However, the final result was that the casualty rate of field operators reached an all-time low, and even accidental injuries were significantly reduced. Furthermore, all field operators, including local operators hired in the Terran countries, were registered in the department's management system.

The AI ​​terminal is capable of handling all personnel information, making it easier for Baiye to keep track of the situation.

Well, so in comparison, Bai Ye's poor ex-boyfriend is actually quite embarrassed, because he himself contributed the last accidental injury incident during his tenure...

As mentioned earlier, this guy broke his leg on the Rhodes Island main ship.

……

Why are you suddenly deciding to go back?

Skadi was somewhat puzzled.

To be honest, she was more used to living in the core city than in the cramped dormitories of Rhodes Island.

What's more, Rhodes Island's bathrooms don't have smart toilets, something Skadi has been complaining about for a long time.

As for Laurentina, it doesn't matter. After all, she only needs to stay by Bai Ye's side.

However, at least half of the reason why White Night returned to the Rhodes Island main ship was because of Specter.

Whether it was because she was close to Bai Ye or some other unspeakable reason related to "injection", her physical condition was getting better and better, her self-healing ability was gradually recovering, and even the foul-smelling, vicious, high-concentration Originium liquid that had been injected into her spinal cord showed signs of being expelled.

To find out the reason, Baiye and Guilingsha have been making mostly cream puffs at night recently, instead of rice crackers.

Moreover, they also had Skadi, a near-perfect deep-sea hunter who was relatively healthy and did not have severe dehydration symptoms, as a control sample.

In short, if Bai Ye's physique hadn't far surpassed that of ordinary people, he probably wouldn't be able to walk by now...

Actually, Bai Ye originally wanted to ask the newly born Isamara residing in his body about the Ghost Shark's condition, but unfortunately, Isamara fell into a deep sleep again not long after the last time she appeared in his dream—breaking through the blockade and barrier set up by Luna was not so easy.

This is a very idealistic seal, which only allows the parts that are beneficial to Bai Ye to enter his body through the seal, while the malicious parts will be rejected.

Even without Isamara's assistance, even if it were just for Specter's body, Bai Ye would still have a reason to return to Rhodes Island.

……

Bai Ye activated the aircraft and then replied, "The shark's body needs to be examined by the old woman. I also have some questions I'd like to discuss with her."

Bai Ye has a key in her hand.

That was something they got from the four members of the "Sunset Gone" band, and this thing was obtained from the old woman Kal'tsit by the four sea monsters in disguise.

After reaching an agreement with Isamara, Bai Ye planned to return to Rhodes Island once after multi-party talks.

However, what actually made him decide to return immediately was a post he found on the Rhodes Island forum before going to bed last night.

As he piloted the aircraft into the air, Bai Ye said, "I hope everything goes smoothly on this trip back. That way, I'll be able to get a suitable weapon."

“You can use mine first,” Skadi said, pointing to the violin case at her feet.

To facilitate disguise, White Night commissioned Rhodes Island's engineering department to make a special instrument case for Skadi, inside which Skadi's greatsword was placed.

Specter jokingly calls it a scabbard, and in fact, it could be quite effective at hitting someone with the case, making it a blunt weapon. Unfortunately, despite this feature and the fact that the edges are reinforced with stronger metal, Rhodes Island's engineering department doesn't recommend Skadi do this.

No matter how strong the materials on land are or how scientifically designed the structure is, they cannot withstand the full force of a deep-sea hunter.

Bai Ye was actually quite envious of the hunters' weapons. The Agor people's technological level surpassed that of the Terran people, and their materials science and metallurgical forging techniques were also superior to those of the Terran nations.

At the very least, these unassuming weapons can withstand the onslaught of deep-sea hunters, and the materials used to make them can withstand the corrosive effects of seawater and the invasive fluids of the tarantulas over a long period. This is the most crucial point.

However, Bai Ye shook his head and did not take Skadi's advice: "I am not suited to the greatsword or two-handed greatsword style."

Although Bai Ye was able to perfectly replicate Skadi's fighting style and techniques through [Mind Acceleration] and the derived skills, he was still not very comfortable with this style.

The main reason is that his past playing experience and long-standing combat habits have had a profound and ingrained influence on him, to the point that they have become integrated with Bai Ye's fighting style. Even if Bai Ye can wield the greatsword with ease, it still feels awkward.

"Actually, you don't really need weapons anymore, do you?"

Specter asked with a smile. Her weapons had long been lost in the lair of those deep-sea churches. The chainsaw she was using now was made by the Terrans, and the circular saw blades were frequently replaced. Specter liked to store these saw blades together with her collection of records, creating a chilling yet unique aesthetic.

In her opinion, Bai Ye's own strength was already sufficient.

Bai Ye shook his head: "If I choose an opponent at an ordinary level, I can easily deal with them without weapons. Even against those who can't fly, I can just grab them, fly them into the air, and then throw them down."

"However, when facing those colossal beasts with bizarre powers and their avatars, as well as those beings that are clearly far beyond the ordinary, it is still difficult without a suitable weapon."

In fact, Bai Ye also hoped that his weapon could have some special abilities.

If it were that person, perhaps they could do it.

Chapter Fifty-Seven: Anecdotes of Giant Beasts

"looking at what?"

Ghost Shark sat down next to White Night.

At this moment, Bai Ye handed over control of the aircraft to Hanai 2 and sat back in the cockpit at the rear of the aircraft.

Hanai 2 is already a skilled aircraft pilot. He has self-studied the various data for operating during the day and night and can handle various situations under normal circumstances with ease.

This finally gave Bai Ye a lot of free time.

Bai Ye waved the terminal in his hand at Specter: "I'm looking at some posts from Rhodes Island and some encrypted files I found in the database."

Perhaps due to his experience as a player, Bai Ye was quite interested in the posts on Rhodes Island's internal forum. Back then, many players obtained strategies for defeating enemies, dungeons, and events through conversations between NPCs.

Players jokingly referred to this information as "Umineko's Mercy," seeing it as the official explanation from the game developers.