“I know you might not be able to accept this right now, but… I hope you can give me a chance. I will treat you well and show you my integrity. Please believe me, I will be the best choice for you.” Lu Jin’an’s eyes were sincere, and one could even see a hint of genuine emotion in them.
Although he knew the other person didn't mean it that way, Gu Zhilin couldn't help but blush.
How could someone say such sweet nothings so seriously, especially when their intention wasn't even to express their feelings?
In his dazed state, he could only nod and say hesitantly, "I'm sorry, General Lu, I need to think about this matter. You know I've only been awake for half a year, my life has just begun, and I don't want to..."
“I understand, you’re still young and have many people to choose from in the future, but please give me a chance to prove myself. You’ll find that I’m definitely the most suitable person for you,” Lu Jin’an said immediately, afraid that the other party would reject him outright.
Gu Zhilin finally couldn't hold back any longer: "General Lu, is this how you usually talk to your comrades?"
"No." Lu Jin'an shook his head honestly.
"Are you sure you just want me to be your teammate, and not something else?" This made Gu Zhilin uneasy. Was this guy being bewitched by that brainwashing guy, and did he really have some feelings for him?
He has little interest in strangers, especially since the other person is a man.
"Don't worry, although the Endbrain has concluded that you will be my partner, I don't think anything will happen between us. After all, we are just strangers at the moment, and besides... you are a beta."
"What? Betas are being discriminated against now?" Gu Zhilin asked in alarm.
"Of course not. What I mean is that you are a beta, so there is no pheromone influence between us. You don't need to worry about being pheromone-bound and becoming dependent on me." Lu Jin'an's tone was calm, with a businesslike feel to it.
"Why can't it be that you become dependent on me? As far as I know, Alhpa and Oemga are mutually attracted and dependent on each other," Gu Zhilin retorted, unconvinced.
But the other party firmly shook his head and said, "I can't be kidnapped by pheromones. What's the difference between someone kidnapped by pheromones and a space beast?"
Gu Zhilin was speechless, wondering if this man was a chauvinist.
"Don't worry, you're a beta, so these issues won't exist between us. I just need a qualified teammate."
This explanation did alleviate some of Gu Zhilin's concerns, but it was not enough to convince him to join the army.
So he simply said, "Let me think about it some more."
Undeterred by the failure to persuade Gu Zhilin, the other party said considerately, "It's alright. This is your right. After all, as an ancient person, you have already provided valuable materials for human genetic research and made contributions to humanity. The Alliance has no right to force you to enlist."
Finally, Lu Jin'an insisted on taking him home, hoping that the other party would give her a chance to show her abilities.
Gu Zhilin really wanted to ask him, "Do you find teammates like you're pursuing a wife?"
Of course, he couldn't bring himself to ask that question.
This wasn't the first time Gu Zhilin had ridden in a flying car; when he went to the Life Research Center before, it was always staff from the center who picked him up and dropped him off in a flying car.
However, Lu Jin'an's flying car was clearly different; not only was the seating more spacious, but it was also very comfortable to sit in.
Lu Jin'an didn't ask for his address, but drove the flying car directly to the front of the poor house where he lived.
It must be said that after the apocalypse, the Earth's population has decreased dramatically. The number of humans that the Earth could not support in the past no longer exists, and now there is finally a true situation of vast land and sparse population.
Therefore, real estate prices are not as high as in the 21st century, and even applying for free housing for the poor is very convenient.
Gu Zhilin's apartment was applied for by the Life Research Center, so he wasn't surprised that the other party knew his address.
After getting out of the car, seeing that the other person seemed to want to come upstairs with him, Gu Zhilin quickly reached out to stop him: "General Lu, even if you want to show off, you don't need to follow me all the time. I want to go home now."
Lu Jin'an seemed to only then realize that she had actually been about to go home with the other person, which was quite impolite: "I'm sorry, I..."
Gu Zhilin wasn't really angry; instead, he waved his hand and prepared to go upstairs.
But Lu Jin'an grabbed his wrist again: "You've been chatting with me for so long today, and I haven't paid you yet."
Gu Zhilin raised an eyebrow upon hearing this, not expecting the other party to actually intend to give money: "It seems I haven't been of much help."
"No, the fact that you're giving me a chance to prove myself is already a huge help." Does this person not care at all what they're saying?
Gu Zhilin was both embarrassed and angry, and finally said simply, "Give me 100 Alliance Coins."
Lu Jin'an nodded and used the AI to transfer 1,000 Alliance Coins to Gu Zhilin.
It was only then that he realized that the smart brain Gu Zhilin was using was the cheapest kind, with no functions other than basic ones. Even in the lower city, it was probably only used by elderly people with no income.
"1000? General Lu, did you add an extra zero?" Gu Zhilin stared at the other party with wide eyes as he looked at the "huge sum" he had just received.
"Hmm, I accidentally pressed the wrong button. I might need to ask you for help again later, so I'll just give it to you now." Lu Jin'an nonchalantly put away his smart device, turned around, got into his flying car, and drove away.
Watching the speeding car disappear into the distance, Gu Zhilin was speechless. Was this a reservation for ten times? But if they came to him again, the workload would increase and he'd have to pay more!
He shook his head, turned around, and went upstairs.
I had just gone upstairs and was about to open my own door when the door to the room next door opened.
"Zhi Lin, was the person who brought you back from the military? Are you alright?" Wen Yifan looked at the man in front of her with concern, her eyes quickly scanning Gu Zhi Lin from head to toe, only relaxing after confirming that he was unharmed.
Realizing the other person was concerned about him, Gu Zhilin smiled and patted him on the shoulder: "It's nothing, it's just work-related stuff that came to me."
“That person is Lu Jin’an. He has a very high level of protection in the military. What work-related matters does he need your help with, Brother Zhilin? Brother Zhilin, military personnel are the most difficult to deal with. Don’t be fooled.” Behind Wen Yifan, a tall boy also came out, looking at Gu Zhilin with a dark expression.
At such a young age, he acts like a little adult, caring about the safety of others, even though he himself is the one who needs to be cared for.
Gu Zhilin couldn't help but step forward and ruffle the other person's hair: "Don't worry, your brother Zhilin is amazing, no one can fool me."
"Brother Zhilin, I'm not a child anymore, don't treat me like one." Wen Yili slapped the other's hand away, his tone full of resentment.
"I'm afraid you'll treat Xiao Li like a child." Wen Yifan watched her younger brother being bullied and laughed heartily.
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