It's the cyber age now, and you're still playing traditional villains?

"It's still very effective. Miss Yu's training method has found some problems we had in the past."

Cheng Gujian nodded and said, "Of course, these weapons are indeed good and have greatly improved the strength of the Royal Court Knights."

"The royal family's own training methods also have merit in our opinion."

Xu Shi responded politely, "I see that most of the people here are 'God's Chosen Ones', but they are very organized. Brother Cheng, do you have any experience? Let me study it carefully?"

"In short, we suppressed their differences as much as possible, leaving only the similarities."

Cheng Gujian said leisurely, "The abilities of the Chosen Ones vary, and teaching everyone in accordance with their aptitude is not always a good idea, so we have always tried to use their common points to train them in order to maximize their coordination. Of course, there are also detailed rules. If Brother Xu needs them, I will make a copy for you."

"Then it'll be hard work."

Xu Shi nodded. This was indeed a solution. The "Upgraders" in the Night Sin City were relatively scattered. Many of them could not gather together, and there was no systematic way of practicing. The only way to solve the problem was to rely heavily on mechanization and weapons. Now there was one more way.

At least for low-level "promoters", this is a very effective method, but it is unnecessary for high-level ones. For example, do you ask Su Lin and Xia Wuyou to suppress their nature and be consistent with others? Instead, it is putting the cart before the horse.

"As it should be, this is also part of the cooperation."

Cheng Gujian waved his hand and changed the subject, "I heard that the trading points approved for you have already opened?"

"Time waits for no one."

Xu Shi sighed and said that if they wanted to infiltrate, then since everything was ready, the sooner the better.

The person in charge of this matter is Xie Qingyan. Xu Shi also selected a group of people from the fleet to help her. Although they are highly modified, there is no difference to be seen, so the locals will not think that outsiders are monsters.

Xia Ke'an also went with them, which is why the little follower was absent today.

"Yes, time waits for no one."

Cheng Gujian agreed with this statement. "The team to attack Poseidon will set out today. The preparations of the Church are no slower than ours... I know that they seem to have increased their manpower, and even added three more silver knights. Brother Xu is still very powerful."

Xu Shi just smiled. It’s not like you don’t know what’s going on.

But he didn't care. Even if the under-the-table deal was not put on the table, people would think that you might be closer to the royal family. If it was made clear, just go with the flow and it wouldn't have much impact.

But he did not expect that the butler Chen who followed him that day was actually the brother of the current commander of the Royal Court Knights. It was said that he retired due to injuries... My goodness, you are really a grand duke. You have mastered the art of reusing talents.

"Brother Cheng still has more energy."

He said this sincerely.

"Each each other."

Cheng Gujian accepted it calmly, "If I went to your place, I would probably be the one complimenting you."

"No, I'm just an employee. I'll do whatever the Governor tells me to do."

"That's even more mutual. I am just assisting the Queen."

The two of them praised each other for some business, and then it was getting late. The training on the training ground came to an end, and the knights dispersed in twos and threes.

"Want to come to my house for a drink?"

Seeing this, Cheng Gujian invited him, "I feel bad for not hosting you well last time."

"Let's have the celebratory drink when we get back."

Xu Shi smiled and declined, "Or tomorrow? I'm going to the trading post to check out the situation."

"Then tomorrow."

Cheng Gujian didn't force it. After a few pleasantries, he prepared to lead the team away.

"By the way, Brother Cheng, I'm curious about something."

Xu Shi suddenly called him, "When you, the Chosen Ones, practice your abilities, do you only rely on your own training? Or do you also have some auxiliary means?"

"What do you mean specifically?"

Cheng Gujian thought for a moment and replied, "It will be used when it is necessary. The royal family has some medicines to break the shackles, and the church also has means such as baptism. I have experienced it myself."

"Is that so? Then we are almost the same."

Xu Shi nodded slightly, "Let's talk about it when we have time."

"no problem."

The question was asked abruptly, but Pan Ling, who was standing by, knew that the master was asking it directly to her.

Is this a reassurance for taking medicine to improve your strength? After all, his persuasiveness alone may not be enough, but someone like Duke Gu Jian is important enough, right? If he doesn't shy away from it, what are you afraid of?

To put it bluntly, such methods are available everywhere, but she had been staying on the island before and had no access to them.

However, she didn't expect Xu Shi to do this on purpose. She originally thought that the matter would be over after a few words of comfort from him... Although he said he didn't consider it, in fact, Xu Shi always took her feelings into consideration and would not be over until any problem was solved perfectly.

From a human perspective, Pan Ling absolutely could not admit that Xu Shi was a good person.

But judging from these minor details, he is really a good master...

She had long forgotten the idea of ​​switching to Madam Xia, mainly because she herself felt there was no difference.

Because, it seems that Master Xia herself doesn’t have a strong opinion, and she still listens to the master in many matters...

If she really did that, she would definitely get a broken butt.

Ten thousand words, I will do what I say, and I will finish the rest as soon as possible.

By the way, let me explain the issue of lifeboat ethics. I will use the wiki version, which is more intuitive than the textbook version.

In 1974, Garrett Hardin published two articles in Psychology Today and BioScience explaining the lifeboat ethics model.

The maximum number of people on a lifeboat (60) and the current situation at sea (50 on board and 100 in the sea) are set

Harding pointed out that there were three possible solutions for the people on the boat:

1. All 100 people were taken aboard, and the boat began to sink, taking everyone with it to their deaths. Harding called it "complete justice, complete disaster."

2.100. Choose 10 people from the 10 drowning people to get on the boat. Harding believed that reducing the safety factor to the minimum would pay a price sooner or later, and then asked, "Which people should we let on the boat?"

3. Refuse to allow any swimmers to board the boat. “Although you may need to be prepared to resist forced boarding,” this will ensure the safety of those on board.

Other possible problems:

How do you decide which 10 people can get on board?

Is there a way you can get 90 people aboard without driving the remaining 10 crazy?

If a passenger is dying, can his survival resources be distributed to others who have a better chance of survival?

If you know a passenger is dying, is it okay to abandon him to make room for someone else?

If food is scarce, is it okay to eat the body of a passenger after he dies?

If it is certain that a passenger will die in a day or two, is it okay to kill them and eat their corpse to allow the others to live longer?

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 228 Give your heart to the Holy See!

Whether to spank his stupid apprentice or not is Xu Shi's personal matter, but the upcoming expedition to conquer the Sea God is a public matter that everyone has to face.

"So, you're planning to give yourself an injection?"

Looking at the serious Xia Wuyou in front of him, Xie Qingyan frowned slightly and put on an embarrassed look, "Are you sure? There are risks."

"Don't scare me with that look."

Xia Xiaomao smiled, "It's not the first day that Sublimation II was developed. You have used it yourself, right?"

"cut."

The bitch pouted, "Who scared you? I'm just curious why you didn't come to me earlier or later, but brought it up at this time..."

“Because I also want to break through.”

Xia Wuyou said seriously, "I don't know how long I have been maintaining A+, and of course I hope to enter S sooner."

"Isn't it for me?"

Xu Shi suddenly appeared out of nowhere and asked shamelessly and sincerely.

"If not for you, for whom?"

This should have been the best time to act tsundere, but Xia Wuyou didn't deny it at all. She just pinched him unhappily and said, "Some people's fighting ability is so poor. They asked him to train but he didn't. As his wife, I can only pay more attention to him."

"After all, we have to face not only the Poseidon, but also many possible backstabs, right?"

Several people did not deny that Xia Wuyou's concerns were not groundless. Although they said they were forming a team to attack the "Sea God", in fact it was more like a battle royale.

Not to mention the Vatican, which needs the most attention. Given Luo Yu's character, he will definitely not give up. They have also sent additional manpower, which makes us even more cautious.

The Holy See dispatched seven Silver Knights, which is more than two-thirds of the total number of Knights Templar. From the performance of Luo Yu and Lu Baiyan, it can be seen that this group of people should not be underestimated.

Not to mention the large number of priests and clergy. Although these people do not have high status, there may be hidden dragons and crouching tigers among them. They do not have time to investigate them one by one, so they cannot take it lightly.

This is just one of the reasons. Even Cheng Gujian, who seems to be an ally, cannot relax. When the cooperation was finalized, everyone knew that the two parties were just using their relationship. If they really encounter any problems, it would be good enough if they don't sell it out. They still have to rely on themselves.

In this situation, even if Xu Shi had a backup plan, the fact that there were only three A+-level combat "Upgraders" including her, Yu Xingchuan, and Shen Qin seemed not enough.

"Thank you Madam for your concern."

Xu Shi scratched his cheek embarrassedly. He originally said that he would also join the training, but he ended up training on a recliner these days. Do you think he would have anything to say? I have to teach my apprentice, so how could I have the time?

So he was just pretending to be embarrassed as usual, but even though his behavior looked frivolous, he felt warm inside.

It is always touching to have someone specifically say, "I improve my strength to protect you," and it is in line with what she said before, "I am willing to be the sword in your hand."

Of course he also wanted to say that his husband is not as bad as you said. With "Yujing" in hand, he is definitely not powerless. But it is true that he needs protection. The shortcomings of non-combat personnel are fully reflected.

He suddenly felt like complaining. Although they lived in a world where super powers and technology coexisted, the cultivation method of "Upgraders" still had a bit of the flavor of fairy tales and fantasy. Using this analogy, even if Xia Xiaomao was stuck in a bottleneck period for a long time, she would need a little help to push her so that she could successfully break through to a higher level.

"Don't be so ungrateful after getting such an advantage."

Xia Wuyou snorted, "It's not just for you. Not everyone is as unambitious as you. I also want to explore a higher realm."

This was also her true feelings. Who among the "Upgraders" doesn't want to have stronger abilities? She had been thinking this way for a long time. To be precise, as early as the riot in Night Sin City, when she saw Wen Shengkui kill Long Tianding in an instant, she had developed a yearning for that kind of absolute strength.

However, any discerning person can see that this is just making up for the loss, and the main reason is still the former.

Well, she is still a bit tsundere... But she had it in her mouth eight generations ago, so it doesn’t matter whether she is tsundere or not. It is more like a kind of flirting.

"It's worth the reward anyway. I'm very pleased."

Xu Shi did not hesitate at all, he held her face and kissed her hard.

"Who wants you... um..."

Xia Wuyou struggled symbolically, but her body was very honest. She took the initiative to hug him, stood on tiptoes, and kissed him passionately.

"Wow."

Xia Ke'an, who was standing by, blinked and immediately covered the eyes of the two sisters Feng and Ling, "Children, don't look at this."

This action is very funny. She is so tiny that she can't cover the eyes of two young girls. She may not be able to block one of them, and nothing that should be seen is missed.

The main reason was that she enjoyed it herself - she always felt that there was nothing shameful between her niece and the little boy. When they were in the ward, her complaints were enough to write a book. No one could withstand the shock of being kissed in the face.

But gradually she also found this very interesting, and even liked being a bystander... Not only Xu Shi and Xia Wuyou, she wanted to watch him and anyone else's live sex, but unfortunately the bad father and bad mother didn't give her this opportunity...

"Who is the child anyway?"

Pan Feng didn't know whether to laugh or cry at the little senior sister's childish behavior, but he was still willing to cooperate with her and pretended to be covered by her eyes.

Pan Ling also cooperated, but she was passive rather than active. Seeing the master and his wife kissing, her face was even redder than the people involved. She didn't know where her mind had flown away...

"..."

Xie Qingyan opened his mouth and said nothing, but he felt a little emotional as he watched.

No matter what Xia Wuyou thinks, her attitude of "becoming stronger to protect Xu Shi" seems to be spoken to her in the eyes of the bitch.

It's just an injection, there's no risk in it, why make it seem like life and death...but she still felt uncomfortable for no reason.

"Would you like a shot too?"

So she looked at Yu Xingchuan who was observing from the sidelines and asked tentatively.

"I will protect the young master."

The adjutant paused, then smiled and avoided the question.

When did you start calling him Young Master? Xie Qingyan was surprised for a moment, but the other party's obvious idea made her feel a little more comfortable.