"What are you afraid of? I'm still here." This was all Shi Yin could promise. As long as she remained, the Flame Dragon Nation would not perish.
Facing the apocalypse, Shi Yin dec...
"Does she have any special abilities?" Shi Yin asked.
“It seems that none of these three people are special. They are one man and two women. They were simply reborn.” Ye Shaoheng said weakly, “If there is anything special about them, it is that their families are all quite wealthy.”
Either they are rich themselves, or their families are rich; otherwise, they wouldn't be able to come up with hundreds of thousands or millions of yuan to simply hoard goods.
Even if some people are selling houses, they still need to have houses to sell.
"Keep them there, educate them on science, and have them reinforce their houses to the highest level. Later, we can requisition their house as a temporary base." Shi Yin did a quick search.
“But I feel like they’re really quite brainless. Judging from the point in time when they suddenly changed, I can probably figure out why they died and were reborn.” Ye Shaoheng hesitated, “I feel like with such a frustrating death, being reborn wouldn’t be of any help.”
"Yeah, I know." Shi Yin said nonchalantly, "They're not entirely useless. At least they have one unique quality: kindness."
“They have an information gap with ordinary people, so they can accept the status quo quickly without us having to explain too much. Moreover, the fact that they were tricked so badly for such a strange reason shows that they have a kind heart.” Shi Yin said calmly, but Ye Shaoheng’s lips twitched.
He really couldn't tell whether this so-called kindness was praising them or scolding them.
“So, if we ask them to contribute their houses as our base and fully cooperate with the country’s work, they will easily agree, saving time and effort.” Shi Yin continued, “Lobbying also takes effort.”
"What if they don't want to?" Ye Shaoheng asked tentatively.
"It's unlikely, but if it happens, we'll detain them until the apocalypse begins," Shi Yin said. "During the apocalypse, the Yanlong Kingdom will first shrink its defenses. I will draw a boundary and throw all these people out."
"Of course, this is on the premise that they obey." Shi Yin paused: "If they don't obey, and they want to cause trouble, and they insist on doing bad things... we need to deal with them cleanly."
"Yes!" Ye Shaoheng immediately agreed.
"I think you understand what I mean by 'clean it up'," Shi Yin sneered. "Don't let me find out you have a saintly heart."
"No, I will absolutely obey orders," Ye Shaoheng quickly assured him.
He simply has a high moral standard; sometimes he feels reluctant to do something, but Ye Shaoheng still knows exactly what he should do.
"There's another one that I find very unusual, but I have no evidence." After the previous reports were finished, Ye Shaoheng continued, "This person is rather strange, but I feel that he has absolutely no connection to the apocalypse."
Shi Yin raised her chin, signaling Ye Shaoheng to continue.
"I actually heard this from my friend. He said that at his cousin's school, a student who was a poor student suddenly became the top student in the whole school." Ye Shaoheng thought to himself, opened the collected data and handed it to Shi Yin: "I feel that this increase in grades is very strange, but I watched the school's surveillance footage and he definitely did not cheat."
Shi Yin took the paper. It contained information about a boy who was quite good-looking, with regular features and a sharp, competitive spirit. However, the most important thing was his poor grades.
Starting about a week ago, this person's grades have been almost perfect. No matter how the school tests or how strict it is, he can still get full marks, becoming a top student in a way that seems to rise to the top.
"And according to my investigation, he seems to do a lot of practice papers every day, one after another." Ye Shaoheng continued, "And his physical education grades used to be not very good, but since he became a top student, his physical education grades have also improved."
"Yes, you were right, this kid has a system." Shi Yin nodded in satisfaction: "This system is indeed quite capable. It detected the rebirth and even changed his name."
“This should be number 001, the Academic Superstar System.” Shi Yin returned the data to Ye Shaoheng: “Detain this person and send someone to tell Hermod that his apprentice has been found.”
"Disciple, disciple?" Ye Shaoheng was dumbfounded. How could someone take on disciples?
“Yes, Helmod’s eldest apprentice is his favorite assistant.” Shi Yin nodded: “For now, you should increase your vigilance. I’ll make sure Helmod’s inventions are prioritized for you.”
"Yes!" Ye Shaoheng stood at attention and saluted, his expression serious.
"...Don't be so formal in front of me." Shi Yin was speechless.
Ye Shaoheng: "Alright~"
Just kidding, he can't be serious for more than three seconds in front of Shi Yin.
“Miss, you can rest now.” Nan Zhu, who had been patiently waiting, finally found an opportunity.
This time, Shi Yin really had no reason to refuse. The intense work these past few days had indeed left Shi Yin very tired, so she simply followed Nan Zhu to the room that had been prepared.
The so-called room was actually just a conference room that had been cleaned up.
The higher-ups have considered arranging a separate house for Shi Yin, along with a car to pick her up and drop her off. After all, Shi Yin is now a great contributor, and it's only right to provide her with some high-end amenities.
But Tokine refused.
The reason given for the refusal was that going from the office to another room to rest would be a waste of time, and it would be better to simply convert a meeting room into a bedroom, so that the office could be reached in just a few steps.
There was nothing else they could do but try their best to keep the meeting room clean and tidy, and to make it soundproof in an attempt to make it more comfortable.
In addition, to facilitate Shi Yin's work, several leaders applied to live in this building or on nearby floors, trying their best to reduce travel time for work.
The room was renovated beautifully, and you would never guess that it was originally a cold and rigid conference room.
The walls were specially covered with off-white wallpaper, and the custom-made carpet and bed were clean and tidy, making no sound when you walked on them, which obviously took a lot of effort.
“This is your room, Miss. My room is right next door. Please feel free to ask me anything.” Nan Zhu stood at the door, her voice gentle. “As your secretary, I am responsible not only for your work but also for your daily life.”
"I don't need someone to take care of my daily life." Shi Yin wasn't used to the secretary being too responsible.
“This is to improve efficiency, Miss,” Nan Zhu said with a smile. “Preparing everything in advance for you is also to allow you to get to work more quickly.”
That cannot be refuted.
"Okay, go out." Shi Yin sighed softly, glancing at the call bell on her bedside table.
This building, originally intended for office use, has actually been converted into a hotel...?
"Okay, here are your toiletries and change of clothes. Please feel free to ask if you need anything." Nan Zhu pointed to the bag that had been prepared in advance on the table, then quietly slipped out and closed the door behind her.
It's really hard to adjust to working with new people all of a sudden. If Nanzhu's appearance hadn't been so unexpected, Shiyin would have preferred to choose her old partner.
After all, going back to the original path is much simpler than forging a new one.
What might seem normal to others is, for Shi Yin, an excuse to escape. Shi Yin is well aware that she must keep trying and making mistakes, trying every possibility, regardless of whether the outcome is good or bad, and then stand firm in that possibility until the end.
So it doesn't matter who the traitor is; she can start over, and it doesn't matter if she tries each possibility a dozen or even dozens of times.
She is the only one who has the memories and bears the consequences.
She bore all the consequences.
Shi Yin lay on the bed staring at the ceiling, her nerves gradually relaxing, and she slowly drifted into a state of sleep on the custom-made soft bed.