"I won't get a chance to get one this time, I won't get a chance to get one this time..."
As the countdown to the leap forward began, March 7th kept muttering positive self-talk to himself.
As Pam's countdown ended, all sound in the sightseeing carriage vanished in an instant, and the entire train seemed to be digitized, transforming into a streak of light that pierced through the black vortex.
The whole process was like a magical time travel, and Xingmei felt a little dizzy looking at the strange visual effects outside the sightseeing car.
"Dizziness is normal, just close your eyes."
Zhou Xiao's voice rang out, and Xingmei obediently closed her eyes upon hearing it.
About thirty seconds later, the jump ended, and the train's speed returned to normal. The powerful inertia caused the people sitting on the sofas on the train to lurch forward slightly.
And on March 7th... he successfully put on another "dazed show" in front of everyone.
She bent her legs slightly, seized the moment and jumped suddenly, intending to use the time spent in the air to cushion the inertia.
As expected... she fell again.
Perhaps having learned from experience, this time she braced herself with her hands and avoided hitting her face.
"We...we failed again." March 7th silently got up from the train floor and scratched his head awkwardly.
Everyone was already used to it.
Looking out the window at the snow-white planet, Himeko was somewhat surprised.
"The changes... are huge."
Yalilo VI is a relatively resource-poor asteroid. According to information provided by the think tank, the last time a planetary train visited this place was thousands of years ago.
At that time, Yalilo VI was a beautiful planet covered with lush vegetation.
But now it looks like it's covered in ice.
"Spatial readings are abnormal; orbital stability has decreased by 12%... The docking plan has been changed from seven days to indefinite..."
Pam delivered bad news to everyone present.
Abnormal spatial readings...
No need to think about it.
It is most likely caused by the star's core.
After all, the train had experienced this situation many times before.
"Time to get back to work," March 7 said slowly, stretching. She seemed completely unaffected by her recent trip and fall.
"Live?" Xingmei raised an eyebrow.
“Yes…” Seeing Xingmei’s somewhat questioning look, March 7th continued, “It’s very likely that this anomaly is caused by the star core. Our job is to find the star core and bring it back to the train…”
"A star core?" Star Girl looked thoughtful when she heard about this substance.
"The test results are in... the source of the anomaly is indeed the star core." Walter's words at this moment further confirmed that the train crew would definitely have to make a trip to Yalilo VI.
Himeko glanced at everyone present, as if considering who to send this time.
March 7th, Danheng, that's for sure.
Between Xing and Zhou Xiao, Ji Zi actually leans more towards Xing, since young people need experience, and the danger of Yalilo VI is still within a controllable range.
"March 7th, Danheng, and Xing, the three of you will go this time," Himeko said after thinking for a moment.
"Xing, huh?" March 7th glanced at Xing, who claimed to be Zhou Xiao's junior apprentice, then pointed at Zhou Xiao:
Aren't you going?
“???”
Zhou Xiao, who was singled out by March 7th, raised an eyebrow slightly: "I'm a logistics officer... my job is to ensure the train's logistics, what am I doing helping you seal the star core..."
Zhou Xiao said, "Isn't it more fun to slack off on the train?"
It's so cold in Yalilo... Sealing the star core is a tough job, nothing beats sitting on an air-conditioned train, eating watermelon...
"Let's go, let's go, I'm with you in spirit..." Zhou Xiao said, then waved goodbye and prepared to head to the training carriage to complete his daily workout.
"You guys go first." Himeko gave March 7 a look, implying that Zhou Xiao would also go.
“Alright then,” said March 7.
Judging from her expression, she seemed a little disappointed that she hadn't understood Himeko's hint, but she quickly recovered.
"Alright then, Yalilo Sixth Pioneer Team, prepare to depart! Hmm? Where's Danheng?"
Hearing March 7's question, Himeko replied, "He's probably going to the think tank to investigate the situation regarding Yalilo VI... You guys go and look for him."
...
The Yalilo VI pioneer team has left.
Zhou Xiao, who had just finished his daily training, was about to prepare lunch when he bumped into Ji Zi, who was wearing a formal dress, in the logistics vehicle as soon as he stepped out of the training vehicle.
At this moment, Himeko seemed to be searching for something on the logistics shelves.
"Sister Ji... what are you looking for?" Zhou Xiao asked.
"Nothing much... just browsing."
Hearing Ji Zi's words, Zhou Xiao vaguely sensed that something was wrong.
Inspecting work?
However, Himeko usually doesn't come to the logistics compartment to inspect his work results, after all... Himeko trusts his work ability.
"It's really neat." Himeko said to Zhou Xiao with a smile.
"Himeko-nee...you must have something you want to say, right?"
Seeing that Zhou Xiao had gotten straight to the point, Ji Zi also spoke frankly without beating around the bush:
"It's like this... I'd like you to go to Yalilo No. 6 to purchase some local specialties..."
“???”
Hearing this, Zhou Xiao was somewhat shocked.
"We just replenished our supplies at the Black Tower Space Station... The train has plenty of provisions."
Zhou Xiao knew that Ji Zi wanted him to join the pioneering team in causing trouble, but he still didn't really want to go.
Going out is full of uncertainty and danger, which could very well disrupt his disciplined life.
The feeling of not getting more than you gain...
“Specialty supplies…not ordinary supplies,” Himeko emphasized.
"Collecting some data to supplement the Yalilo VI's think tank... I can only entrust this important task to you, the most capable logistics officer on the train."
Praise to death.
This is absolutely a case of flattery to kill!
Zhou Xiao said that he would rather jump off a train and starve to death than eat a piece of a pie in the sky offered by a boss.
"I'm not going, I'm still not going..."
Seeing Zhou Xiao's resolute expression, Ji Zi sighed:
"I see... I was originally thinking of giving you a raise after this field mission. Oh, by the way, didn't you want to buy some mechanical materials? There aren't any extras on the train... If you want them, you'll have to order them from the company."
"The machinery and materials the company ordered... are still quite expensive."
More money?
Paying more is fine...
He's just short of money!
Upon hearing this word, Zhou Xiao raised an eyebrow, immediately showing interest.
I've been hinting to Himeko about a raise, but she hasn't shown any interest...
As for the mechanical materials, they were indeed very expensive. He checked on the Interstellar Peace Company's shopping platform last night, and every component was priced beyond his reach.
"Add more money? How much?"
Seeing Zhou Xiao's interested expression, Ji Zi told him to listen carefully.
Zhou Xiao's expression changed, revealing a hint of satisfaction.
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