Rhode Island Park Project

"What can we talk about?"

Lin Yuxia, slantingly gazing out the window, raised her hand and leaned it on the table, supporting her chin with the back of her white hand, as if complaining, "It's what it should be, and I can't solve what it shouldn't be."

Perhaps it was because of the old familiarity that was gradually restored between the two of them, or perhaps it was because of Luo Hang's crucial help this time, she felt relieved, and she couldn't help but let go of the pressure she had been under and the maturity and stability she had tried hard to maintain, revealing her true self.

No matter how hard she tries, Lin Yuxia, who is sitting here now, is still just a young girl in her twenties. She cannot compare with Kal'tsit, who has been honed by time, nor can she compare with Luo Hang, who has the same rich experience in front of her.

Faced with the heavy responsibility, she would also feel powerless and discouraged, but she never showed these to others, nor did she allow herself to do so.

"...Those guys in the association, honestly, although it's not nice to say this, you really have to see how rich the human imagination is to see it.

Use the purest Originium to detonate in a concentrated manner to find higher-level Originium, design lift-off thrusters for ships on the road, and even dig through the earth's crust to find the origin of mankind.

I'm not saying there's anything wrong with having a bold spirit in scientific research, but when they proposed such an investment plan to me, could they first consider their own size and location?

This is the Young Entrepreneurs Association, not the National Research Institute. Even if I'm trying to attract investment, there should be some limits. Or do I look completely ignorant of science, or am I easily gullible?

The girl sitting by the window, propping up her chin and muttering with resentment, also looked very interesting.

The "what is there to talk about" from a few minutes ago was completely meaningless after she really started complaining. Any job can encounter a lot of troubles and worries that others can't imagine, let alone Miss Lin who holds several positions besides the president of the association.

All Luo Hang needed to do was to bring up a topic, then drink his coffee slowly while listening.

After all, even if it is the trivialities and troubles in life and work, there are probably not many opportunities and people to hear Miss Lin complain about these things.

Of course, there is one most important premise:

The one who complained about this was a young and beautiful girl wearing black stockings.

The only pity was that this harmonious afternoon atmosphere did not last long and was broken by a new customer who pushed the door into the cafe.

"The person we are waiting for has arrived."

Luo Hang gave a timely reminder, giving Lin Yuxia some room to adjust after she opened her heart.

After a moment of hesitation, Lin Yuxia collected her thoughts and quickly regained her calm, elegant, and difficult-to-approach appearance that was most commonly seen among the members of the Young Entrepreneurs Association across the street. She turned her head and looked towards the door.

"Chen Huijie?"

What was somewhat surprising was that the person who walked into the store was an acquaintance.

But it was only a brief surprise, and Lin Yuxia's face returned to calm.

"If you want coffee, I suggest you order one for yourself."

"—?"

Chapter 33: Fork in the Road

Chen Huijie approached the two of them from the cafe door and looked at Lin Yuxia who was talking with an expression of "what are you talking about" as if she couldn't understand the current situation.

Lin Yuxia, who not only took the initiative to talk to her but also said such puzzling things, seemed a little different from her impression, but Chen Huijie didn't pay attention to it.

After just a few seconds of looking at Lin Yuxia's face, she turned her gaze to the man sitting across the table.

"You promised me you would bring Tallulah back safely."

Chen Huijie's eyebrows were raised, and his words were sharp and oppressive. After all, these were the words of a senior superintendent of the Longmen Guard Bureau and the head of the Special Inspectorate.

Blue hair, red eyes, sharp dragon horns pointing to the sky and a straight sword with a sheath that he always carries with him, this is the most standard image of Inspector Chen.

But above all, the first thing that people feel is probably the sharp gaze that seems to be able to scratch people's skin and the unapproachable feeling that strangers and acquaintances should not approach.

"Don't be so anxious."

Luo Hang smiled calmly, "I know you have a lot of questions to ask, but these are best discussed slowly while we sit down first."

"Then you should also know that I hate it most when people imitate Wei Yanwu's style."

Chen Huijie's eyes became even more compelling.

"This is a public place. Is it the Guards' rule to draw everyone's attention and disturb everyone's peace?"

"you--?"

Chen Huijie's gaze turned to Lin Yuxia, who was sitting on the bench with a calm expression.

She once again felt that the Lin Yuxia in front of her seemed different from her impression. Luo Hang looked at Miss Lin who was speaking for him with some surprise, and then a smile returned to his face.

However, it is undeniable that many eyes in the cafe have been attracted by the movement on their side, and the waiters are also looking over here hesitantly, as if ready to come over to dissuade them at any time.

Therefore, after a brief stalemate, Chen Huijie also chose to remain silent. She just looked at the seats where Luo Hang was sitting on one side and Lin Yuxia was sitting on the other side. She simply stood by the table, staring at Luo Hang and waiting for his answer.

Chen Huijie's irrational reaction wasn't without reason. Seeing their sister being the enemy of the world, and even inspiring a large number of irrational people to attack the city, and even leading an army to attack their hometown and former home, it would be impossible for anyone to remain calm.

Besides, Luo Hang did promise to bring the girl home safely. The current situation seems to be the same as when he deceived the young girl.

However, in response to his sister's questioning and terrifying look, Luo Hang just smiled, and his tone remained calm.

"Since I promised you, I won't say it without thinking.

I have already met with Wei Yanwu. The Longmen Guard Bureau will also be involved in this operation. You can naturally confirm the progress in person at that time.

—The ending you long for is only a few days away.”

Chen Huijie's expression changed slightly, but Luo Hang continued talking without stopping.

"but,"

Luo Hang, who was slowly turning the coffee cup in his hands, turned his head and took the initiative to look at Chen Huijie who was standing at the table, looking directly into those red jade-like pupils.

"We're all ready, but what about you?"

"I?"

"As for Tallulah, who led so many infected across the snowy plains, fought against Ursus alongside the guerrillas, and built the Reunion Movement to its current size... Is Chen Huijie, the inspector of the Lungmen Guards Bureau, ready to meet his sister?"

"........."

A hushed silence fell over the three people at the table.

Lin Yuxia sat upright and looked at Chen Huijie, who had fallen silent. In contrast to his previous sharp look, his expression was gloomy and even a little barely perceptible confusion. Suddenly, she felt a sense of familiarity as if they were in the same boat.

She seemed to have been left speechless and distraught by Luo Hang's question, "What about you?" Her seemingly unhurried movements, similar to Wei Yanwu's, concealed a formidable insight into people's hearts and a sharp eye.

Looking at Chen Huijie in front of her, she felt as if she saw herself not long ago. The only difference was that she had already obtained the desired result from Luo Hang.

As for Chen Huijie's outcome, she didn't know.

...She rarely felt a little sympathy for Chen Huijie in front of her.

"This time, the Guards' operation will take you deep into the slums and involve dealing with many infected people. You can use this opportunity to find your own answers.

There is still time, so don't be too anxious."

As if giving Chen Huijie some time to calm down and think, Luo Hang paused for a moment and spoke again slowly.

"Until this matter is completely over, I will stay in Longmen. You can come to me at any time if you have any questions. However, I suggest that you go to Longmen and find out the answers you want before coming back."

Luo Hang raised his hand to call the waiter for paper and pen, then wrote down a string of numbers and placed it on the table.

"Here's my contact information. Our Rhodes Island operators will also be cooperating with the Royal Guards on this mission. They've experienced a lot with the infected, so you can ask them. Of course, you can also use this contact information to complain to me. I have no objection."

Luo Hang smiled and joked, standing up from the table.

"I won't get involved in the specifics of the mission; the Imperial Guards will probably convey it to you soon.

As I said before, you can call me anytime or come to see me."

Luo Hang left the table, and Lin Yuxia also stood up, leaving behind the figure who had been standing by the table from beginning to end.

Lin Yuxia, who followed Luo Hang out of the coffee shop, couldn't help but look back.

Chen Huijie was sitting silently at the table, holding the note he had left behind. Only his profile could be seen, and it was unknown what he was thinking about.

I probably looked like this before.

she thought.

I was obviously full of energy at the beginning, but in the end I was speechless after just a few words, and my head was a mess... I guess I'm not in a good condition anymore.

She turned around and looked at Luo Hang in front of her.

"Chen Huijie told you before that she disliked others imitating Wei Yanwu's style."

"Ok?"

"But as far as I know, she has never shown such weakness in front of that person."

Luo Hang curled the corners of his mouth.

"Should I take this as a compliment?"

"Huh, what a scary man."

This is her truest feeling.

No one wants the most vulnerable part of their heart to be cut open by others as clearly as with a scalpel. However, judging from the result in front of her, she is completely unable to refuse such an outcome, and instead has to take the initiative to rush into it.

"Then do you regret it?"

Luo Hang looked away and said casually as if he didn't know what he was thinking about.

She followed him, her lips curled up.

"of course not."

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There are pictures here, which can be viewed after the updated version

Chapter 34: Ordinary Medical Operator

After leaving the cafe, Luo Hang and Lin Yuxia naturally found a new place to continue discussing the details of the plan.

As for this matter, Lin Yuxia put in 120,000% of her energy and attention, just as she showed.

This was her first time facing a life-defining decision. Whichever path she chose would have a lasting impact on her style.

But thankfully, she ultimately chose a path that left a glimmer of hope for her own world. After seeing Chen Huijie's appearance, she would never let herself miss such a precious opportunity.

……

From going to the municipal building to discuss with Wei Yanwu and then coming back to make plans with Lin Yuxia, plus the time spent on the road and some trivial expenses, an afternoon passed just like that.

After declining Miss Lin's dinner invitation, Luo Hang rushed back to the main ship of Rhodes Island.

Miss Lin's dinner invitation was certainly rare, but at this time Lin Yuxia was undoubtedly more eager to make her own preparations.

Miss Lin had already wasted enough time, and her apparent calmness could no longer conceal her inner thoughts. However, it was also possible that the young lady had given up the futile attempt to cover up in front of him.

Anyway, after returning to Rhodes Island, Luo Hang, holding the dinner prepared by Alina for him, did not waste any time and directly called Kal'tsit over. He explained part of the situation to her while eating.

"I intend to involve you in this operation."

Luo Hang, holding chopsticks in his hand, stated the key point of the conversation.

Although he didn't have any special skills to speak clearly while eating, with the help of his adjutant, it was easy for him to convert the plan he wanted to express into a document.

"Misha and Alex, Sergei's children."

Kal'tsit, who was holding the tablet, closed her eyes, and after a while, she looked at him again with a cold gaze.

"From what I understand, Sergei was killed under Alex's guidance... by Lyudmila."

"So, you've actually been keeping an eye on them all along."

Luo Hang said calmly.

Father and son killing each other is certainly not something people want to hear, especially since the murderers mentioned in the conversation all had their fathers been Kal'tsit's colleagues and subordinates.

The sarcophagus is part of Luo Hang's plan, and Kal'tsit was the person who served as the director of the Sarcophagus Research Institute in the Ursus region where the sarcophagus was excavated.

This is Kal'tsit's task alone, and Luo Hang also has his own things to do, otherwise he would not be able to arrange so many things in advance.

But in the end, all the scientists in the institute except Kal'tsit were killed.

Although she looked cold on the outside, he knew very well that Kal'tsit also felt guilty, and her concern for the children of these colleagues confirmed this.

"You must face this matter. Only you, the director of the institute, are qualified and necessary to face the questioning of your subordinate's family."

Luo Hang said slowly.

But to be honest, he didn't really have much interest in paying attention to a few strangers he didn't know, and he couldn't expect much of his sense of justice and empathy to remain after so much time had passed.