Arknights, but the family has fallen again

"...Thank you so much... Tallulah for your help."

After hearing her own name, the dragon girl came back to her senses and was a little confused.

"What? Sorry, I got distracted."

Kelsey frowned and said, "Do you need to check again?"

"No!" Tallulah herself was startled, then she explained, "Maybe the Black Snake still has some residual influence, making it easier for me to lose my focus."

Amiya quietly tugged at the corner of Otto's clothes and shook her head.

After a little thought, Otto put the "Doctor's Pendant" on the little rabbit to establish a spiritual connection.

【What did you see? 】

[Eh!?] Amiya was a little surprised. [Doc Otter!? Can this be used like this!?]

Her surprise was obvious, but Tallulah didn't notice.

Considering the form of Kosice's Originium technique, there should still be quite a few black snakes alive. Amiya explained, "But the one in Tallulah's mind has completely vanished!"

She is feeling very mixed emotions right now.

[When she mentioned the 'residual influence of the black snake,' she was very shaken and didn't even believe it herself.]

Ott nodded.

Tallulah's current mental state is very unhealthy - it's hard to believe she's even healthy.

While bravely shouldering the responsibility for Black Snake's mess, she also intentionally or unintentionally ignored the mechanism of the Black Snake's Originium Technique. When "extremely evil" thoughts suddenly arose in her heart, she subconsciously attributed them to "the residual influence of Black Snake."

And when Rhodes Island said he wanted to re-examine her, she vaguely realized that the influence of the black snake was no longer there.

[Earlier, when Miss Tallulah first woke up, she was secretly happy about the possibility of war (Chapter 206). But her happiness soon turned into fear and self-loathing.]

Before actually hearing the result from a professional, she could still deceive herself, but if she really did have some examination...how would she deal with the "evil" surging in her heart?

Sure enough, I need to find an opportunity to deal with it a little.

"Regardless of the doctor's consideration, whether to receive medical treatment and examination always depends on the patient and the patient's family," said Kelsey.

"..." Tallulah nodded slightly, and quickly changed the subject: "How is the Patriot's recovery?"

Bringing up this question at this time...

Why didn’t you ask when you were on this ship before?

This isn't a very good way to change the subject, but it's something that should be discussed.

"Bozhuocasti's artificial organs are expected to have a service life of five years," Kal'tsit said.

"The black snake has been dealt with. There's no need to continue maintaining his current state of artificial and crystallized organs." Ott blurted out again, "Considering that Bodracasti still harbors the desire to kill Tallulah, using organ replacement as an excuse to extend his recuperation might be more appropriate."

This approach was previously taken to ensure sufficient cards to use when facing the full firepower of the Black Snake. However, the Black Snake himself created a "spatial pincer attack" situation, transforming from a powerful and terrifying Drakkar Warlock into two Drakkars sleepwalking between the borderland and reality.

Tallulah choked.

"No, that's not necessary."

She expressed thoughts very similar to Wei Yanwu's: I deserve it.

It seems that Tallulah simply gave up on seeking death.

Kelsey said, "You are not the patient in this matter."

She glared at Ott and repeated what she had just said to Tallulah: "No matter what the doctor considers, whether to accept medical treatment and examination always depends on the patient and the patient's family!"

Ott deserved the glare.

Chapter 225 "Spare Tire"

dong dong.

The sound outside the door interrupted the conversation inside.

"Doctor! Miss Shi Huaiya... wants to see you for something." said the office employee.

Ghost Shark silently took out a coffee pot from the cabinet next to him with skillful movements.

The silent nun keenly captured the keyword "Ms. Shi Huaiya" instead of "Operator Shi Huaiya".

Tallulah seemed to have found another opportunity to change the subject. She stood up and said to Otto and the other two, "I won't bother you anymore."

Looking at the fleeing figure of the Dragon Girl, Otto felt that she was somewhat similar to Wei Yanwu.

I'm afraid I'll have to watch Chen Huijie's again...

He stopped her and said, "Ms. Tallulah, this is no different from what happened just now. It would be better for you to stay."

Seeing the confused look in the Dragon Girl's eyes, Ott explained, "Governor Wei's proactive visit exceeded my expectations."

Otto had originally planned to visit Chen Huijie and Wei Yanwu when they were both there. This way, he could satisfy his own perverse tastes while also using his two nieces to coerce Wei Yanwu into quickly agreeing to some reasonable requests—otherwise, this political animal would definitely try to manipulate Rhodes Island.

Before taking the initiative to visit Wei Yanwu...Ote also met with Beatrix Shi Huaiya, the informal leader of the Shi Huaiya family after the "martial law".

……

"Not bad coffee!" The little tiger dropped two sugar cubes into the coffee cup, closed his eyes and sniffed, then said mercilessly, "Last time you were here, you used two kinds of tea at the same time, and the flavors got mixed up!"

Shi Huaiya was talking about what happened between her and Jie during the "interview".

At that time, Ott prepared decent tea for the two "guests", but prepared high-grade tea dregs for himself...

"The last time we talked was in the office." Ott choked her.

"Hehe! That kind of thing doesn't matter at all!" The little tiger crossed his arms and hummed twice.

After noticing Tallulah, she politely asked, "By the way, what's your name?"

"Tallulah, just call me Tallulah. I'm just here to listen."

"I'm Beatrix, Senior Superintendent of the Lungmen Special Inspectorate!"

After exchanging pleasantries, Shi Huaiya looked at Otto and said eagerly, "Hurry up and tell us what Rhodes Island wants! Are you short of people? Or money? It would be a shame to let you go bankrupt!"

Amiya was embarrassed. "Although Rhodes Island's cash flow is a bit tight right now, it's still far from bankruptcy..."

Ott was even more straightforward: "We acquired Taikoo White Sugar."

Bang!

"...What!? The one who took advantage of the old man's parasite to rob him cheaply while he was running away! It's you!"

Shi Huaiya stood up and slapped her palm on the table.

But Amiya clearly told Otto that she was quite happy.

"Isn't this obvious? It's practically the bottom line." Otto tacked on the sugar cube beside his coffee. "We haven't even changed the production line."

Shi Huaiya held the spoon like a dagger and poked the sugar cube as if it were something dirty.

The small white cube turned around, revealing the Swire logo: a pair of triangles facing each other, holding a rectangle.

It looks a bit like the flag of a country on Earth.

"Tsk!" The little tiger drank the warm coffee in one gulp as if it were his enemy.

The coffee cup made a crisp sound on the table.

"Tell me! What's the matter!"

Ott handed another document to Shi Huaiya, which did not have Wei Yanwu's signature.

"While tracking and observing Boomerang, we temporarily housed a group of Chernobog refugees."

The little tiger squinted his eyes and looked around.

"Food and fuel are naturally necessary. Addictions like cigarettes, alcohol, and tea can also effectively soothe refugees and prevent them from becoming overly emotional...but why do you still need sugar?"

She was saying that Rhode Island now controlled a sugar company.

"According to this logic, you can also ask why we need food and fuel."

"You're kidding!? You even bought those companies!?" Shi Huaiya exclaimed in amazement. "I didn't know Wei Yanwu would do something so reckless. How on earth did Rhodes Island manage to acquire so many companies in such a short period of time? Did you orchestrate all of this?"

No, this really wasn't my doing.

Ott replied: "The answer is to go to bed early."

Kel'tsit was extremely dissatisfied: "Dr. Ott! Staying up all night and then going to bed after breakfast is not something to be proud of!"

Otto turned a deaf ear: You did it too!

"So, if you own these companies, why on earth are you contacting me?"

"At this point in time, providing supplies to Chernobyl refugees is not about the supplies themselves."

"..." Shi Huaiya rolled his eyes at Ott: "You really are interested in the channels of the Shi Huaiya family."

Although Rhodes Island now controls a considerable portion of the Shi Huaiya family's businesses, these channels cannot be easily opened up for him. Taking advantage of this opportunity to completely control these businesses is also one of Ott's goals.

"I'm different from Grandpa. I won't help you smuggle strategic materials!"

It turns out that the Shi Huaiya family is Otto's first choice for obtaining supplies.

"It's not smuggling, let alone strategic materials."

Although it is different from the original order, it is not impossible. It is better to say that the excuse used to persuade Shi Huaiya is more sufficient.

Ott took out another document, one signed by Wei Yanwu.

"After all, even Governor Longmen himself has given his approval."

Shi Huaiya turned the page suspiciously and looked over. "It's not that I don't believe it... but you clearly got permission through official channels, so why are you still thinking about smuggling?"

Of course, it is to control the channels.

But Ott said, "Strictly speaking, it's not smuggling. The current state of war won't last long. Besides, Governor Wei even wants to aid the guerrilla forces in Ursus."

Shi Huaiya raised his eyebrows.

This despicable behavior... is very consistent with her understanding of Wei Yanwu.

"If you have concerns, you can definitely deliver the goods to the downtown area. After all, there are quite a few refugees here too."

“How many refugees are there outside?”

"Countless."

"Give me an exact number!"

"Chernobog is a big city."

You're just sitting here! ?

No... Based on the supplies just now, the quantity shouldn't be very large...

Want to do it?

"..." Shi Huaiya closed her eyes. The signed piece of toilet paper that Otto had just thrown out tipped the scales.

"Forget it! Even Wei Yanwu did it!"

Tallulah stared at the scene in front of her.

Wei Yanwu's channel was originally a backup, but now it has become a means to open up the first road.

Chapter 226 New Soldiers

Fortunately, the air conditioner installed in the office building was working at full power to dehumidify the air, and was able to create a tolerable environment.

Once the door was opened, the steamy, hot air seemed to steam everyone. The damp air also oppressed everyone's respiratory system, making the circulation of oxygen in the body a torture.

"This natural disaster is so ignorant!" The little tiger's tail was a little wilt. "It's not even February yet, and already there's so much moisture! The south wind will return and summer will return! There will be storms in summer and autumn! Almost the whole year is ruined!"

"I say, you guys in Rhodes Island haven't been to Longmen in the summer, right?" Shi Huaiya glanced at Otto and reminded him, "Even though it was caused by a natural disaster, the humidity has reached 100%! It's no different from the return of the south wind!"

Ott operated the terminal for a while and replied, "Some members should have been here."

"Then you as a company don't have it!" Little Tiger made a strange noise. "Ew! Remember, don't turn the air conditioner on cooling mode! Even if you're determined to use it, turn it on dehumidification mode!"