【？ ？ ？】

[Am I hallucinating? ]

[What are you talking about, Admiral? Did you make a slip of the tongue?]

Even those who were originally plotting against the [White-scaled Shark] were confused at this moment?

The Admiral is a friendly army? Admitting that the military is behind the scenes? Why are you trying to do this by stabbing yourself?

However, Qi Hanyi had no intention of killing himself.

Qi Hanyi showed a communication record, which was a few hours before the official announcement of the competition.

In the communication, Qi Hanyi was wearing combat uniform, and his tone of voice was the same as during the live broadcast, always indifferent and self-restrained. On the contact page, Jian Cheng's face could be clearly seen: "Contact the Star Wars game company to hold a starship driving competition. The announcement will be issued today. I have already drafted the specific competition rewards and game rules. You just have them follow them."

"Ten places for the Imperial Academy, and you will personally receive the first one?" Jian Cheng, who received the task, was not so calm: "This... this reward is too great. Admiral, you have always been indifferent to the "Star Wars" game. Can I ask why you suddenly want to hold such a competition?"

Jian Cheng usually doesn't talk much at work, but this time he did have his own selfish motives. He knew that his sister was also a top player in the starship system in "Star Wars", so he secretly hoped that his sister was recognized by her boss.

Qi Hanyi raised his eyes, as if he saw through the other person's thoughts at a glance, and said bluntly: "I have my eyes on a person who is very talented. If he can stand out in the competition, I will consider recommending him to become the next driver of Bai Ze."

Although the purpose of this competition had long been speculated on the Internet, the audience was still excited when they heard Qi Hanyi admit it in person in the video. Now they were undoubtedly very sure that the person Qi Hanyi was talking about was [White Scale Shark].

[I didn't expect Admiral Qi to have noticed the white-scaled shark so early.]

【In this case, the competition can really be said to be held for the white-scaled shark alone. 】

[A talented person meets a talented person. Why do I feel that they are a little sweet? 】

[Big guts! You dare to mess around with the admiral's couple? ]

After the video was played, before everyone could come back to their senses, Qi Hanyi immediately threw out the third piece of heavy information: "Finally, regarding the identity of the [White-scaled Shark], as well as when, where, and how I discovered it, I have compiled a detailed timeline of evidence."

When the video started playing, the crowd seemed a little confused. If they knew the identity, they could just say no. Why do they have to list the time and place of discovery? Is this important?

But since there was gossip about Qi Hanyi to read, they would certainly not want to miss it.

This time, the chain of evidence started when [White Scale Shark] was still called [Shark Naming Is So Hard]. Many people who were watching the game only then realized that the talented boy who had beaten the anchor and made a splash was actually the current [White Scale Shark]. That battle was fought on the first day he logged into the game, using the basic starship given by the system.

[I was wondering how the Admiral noticed a newcomer. It turns out he was following him because of this video.]

[I didn't expect the admiral would watch videos on the Internet. I watched this video many times at first, and I felt that the admiral had become more down-to-earth.]

[Fuck, what is talent? It means someone created an account in two hours and played better than me after playing for two years.]

[It turns out he is the white-scaled shark. I used to be a fan of him. ]

The second piece of evidence Qi Hanyi released was about him creating an account to enter the game and actively approaching the other party: "I found out about his name change at the time, and in order to get to know him up close, I created an account to enter the game."

【What kind of fantasy plot is this? 】

[It was so outrageous that I totally believed it was true.]

[Can I do this? Please let me do it, I am twisted like a pretzel on the bed. ]

The account name in the game blinded the eyes of the audience.

[Sorry, I'm getting off topic. What kind of nickname is this?]

【This seems to be the system default. 】

[Admiral: We will use the Shirosawa to destroy this system tomorrow.]

After that, the conversations between the two in the game are all from Qi Hanyi's perspective. Although we can't see too much specific content through the editing, it can be seen that Qi Hanyi did not reveal his identity and did not interfere too much in the other party's game.

[Aaaaah, the admiral in the game is so easy-going. I'm so jealous.]

[So cute, so sweet, if this isn’t love…]

"I guessed his identity when I gave him the nutrition cabin." Qi Hanyi said: "His identity is my partner."

【Partner? 】

[No, if I remember correctly, the Admiral got married to a mermaid at the end of August this year.]

[I got it real, sisters!!!]

The evidence Qi Hanyi gave was a message to Jian Cheng, saying that there was no need to continue investigating the identity of the white-scaled shark, as they already knew who he was. And the time when the customized nutrition cabin was first opened that day.

Only then did the crowd realize why the timeline had to be sorted out. This was because the true identity of [White-Scale Shark] was not only a mermaid, but also Qi Hanyi's partner. It was necessary to prove that Qi Hanyi knew his identity after the game was held, in order to prove that the previous evidence was not a long-planned hoax.

"Yes, my partner is a mermaid." Qi Hanyi declared frankly: "Someone gave him a game account that can hide his identity through private channels, which is the account of Freedom Island that you found. He once came to ask for my opinion. I knew that it was illegal for him to play "Star Wars", but I still agreed to it." Qi Hanyi deliberately lied here and took the blame for Su Su's violation of the game on himself.

"I know that allowing merpeople to play Star Wars is a violation of Imperial law, and I accept full responsibility and punishment."

"During that time, I was so focused on preparing for the competition and working that I didn't pay attention to him playing games until half a month later, when I customized a nutrition cabin for him that could be used by mermaids. At that time, I saw his login account. Only then did I realize that the person I had been paying attention to for so long was actually my partner." Qi Hanyi concealed Yan Bai's identity in this place. The investigation into the power behind Yan Bai had been going on secretly, and he didn't want to make a fuss.

"I designed the dual-form starship for him. His control over the starship and the strength of his mental power are far superior to the level of the S-class starship in the game. The modified starship is more conducive to his performance. But the starship itself is only rated S, so I don't think this is a violation."

"I pushed for the idea of ​​mermaids piloting starships because I saw in my partner a talent no less than any human. Mermaids are naturally endowed with good mental strength, and it would be a huge waste to just use them as tools for breeding offspring. The Zerg's attacks have been increasingly fierce in recent years, and the border battles have been tense for years. Starship pilots have suffered serious casualties. If mermaids were to join the war and take on this job, it would undoubtedly be a great relief to relieve the pressure."

"Many people who questioned me online said that I chose a mermaid as a contestant because I wanted to promote the idea of ​​mermaids driving starships. On the contrary, I came up with that idea because I saw the possibility of mermaids driving starships in the whitescale shark."

While Qi Hanyi was clarifying, Jian Cheng was staring at the screen nervously, fearing that someone would take the opportunity to say something unfavorable to Qi Hanyi. Who knew that the screen was filled with:

[So sweet, is this love? ]

[Too spoiled, domineering general and genius boy. In the game, I modified his starship, and in reality, I bought him a nutrition cabin. 】

[That sentence, I am willing to take all the responsibility, it kills me. ]

[Who said there is no love between nobles and mermaids! Who said that! ]

[Wuwuwu, I can't take it anymore, this is too sweet, give each other freedom, give each other a stage, fly without worry, I will take care of everything for you. ]

[I never thought that a cold-faced general would be like this when it comes to love. I love this kind of contrast! ]

[I'm here to clarify, not to eat dog food. ]

[Quick, give me a shark to cheer them up! ]

People are obsessed with supporting this couple.

Jian Cheng looked at his own general with admiration.

This explanation completely solved the hidden dangers of Su Su's identity. Although some details may have been modified, it was completely impossible to find any evidence, which was a perfect solution.

But Qi Hanyi's goal did not stop there. At the end of the clarification, Qi Hanyi showed another piece of evidence: "In addition, the military has also conducted an investigation into the cheating in the competition that everyone reported."

"After investigation, it was found that three players, [Wulong Taotao], [Yoni Bobo], and [Zhizhi Mangmang], colluded with internal personnel of the "Star Wars" game company in the semi-finals to play a fake match by transferring account logins. Their accounts are permanently banned and their qualifications for the competition are revoked. The relevant personnel involved will be held accountable together."

The audience thought they had gotten used to it and would not be surprised by any news, but they did not expect that the ending would still catch them off guard.

[Good fellow, a whole thief crying thief? ]

[I have long found this strange. They are not rookie players. If they had talent, they would have done something long ago. What mysterious master could help them transform themselves in such a short time? It turns out that they have simply become a different person.]

[You still have the nerve to call the game fair? 】

【Cheating dog, get out of the game! 】

At this point, Qi Hanyi's live broadcast ended, and public opinion completely reversed. The Milk Tea Trio was eliminated from the semi-finals, and the players ranked ten to twelve advanced in order.

Su Su only found out about this the next day. Qi Hanyi's clarification was not reposted in the game, so he couldn't watch the video. But the next day he suddenly discovered that the players in his friend list who had treated him like brothers and sisters before suddenly became polite and distant.

Su Su was puzzled, and only found out after asking. It turned out that it was because Qi Hanyi did a clarification live broadcast for him yesterday, revealing his vest. These people now think he is a female mermaid, and knowing that he is Qi Hanyi's partner, they are afraid that too much contact will cause unnecessary misunderstandings, so they deliberately distance themselves from him.

"I am Qi Hanyi's partner. Is there any conflict between me and other humans?" Su Su couldn't figure it out and could only ask Yan Bai.

"Of course there are. If the partner is a human, it doesn't matter. The relationship between them is independent and equal. But if the partner is a mermaid, then the nature of it is more like a kind of private property. Out of a possessiveness, unless in some important social occasions, the nobles are unwilling to let their mermaids come out and interact with other humans. This is also why mermaids are not allowed to play Star Wars. Even on social platforms, they can only come into contact with mermaids of the same kind." Yan Bai explained to Su Su, and this time he did not bring any subjective emotions.

"But Qi Hanyi never stopped me from making other friends." Su Su boldly guessed, "Does he not want to possess me?"

"Hey." Yan Bai almost thought of something wrong after hearing this. He was silent for a moment before saying with a strange look on his face, "It has nothing to do with this. I think he should treat you as an equal to him, so he chooses to respect you and not restrict your social freedom."

Su Su nodded, tilted his head, and looked at Yan Bai seriously.

Yan Bai was a little irritated by his stare: "Why are you looking at me?"

"You actually spoke well of Qi Hanyi!" Su Su said, "Don't you always hate humans? I thought you would take the opportunity to scold him."

"I'm just speaking the truth." Yan Bai looked away nervously.

In fact, he probably needed someone to answer his questions more than Su Su. He still couldn't get over the last time Yan San bypassed him and attacked Su Su.

Why did they fail? Wasn't it because the adoptive father misjudged Qi Hanyi's approach to the Su Su incident?

Qi Hanyi did not deny his relationship with Su Su, but chose to be honest and open, and took all the blame for Su Su's Internet surfing on himself.

Qi Hanyi solved the crisis almost perfectly, but his actions made Yan Bai even more confused.

In Yan Bai's opinion, Qi Hanyi, as a human being, is not as hypocritical as Yan San said. At least, he should be sincere to Su Su. So is his adoptive father wrong?

Yan Bai thought, he is not a selfless person like his adoptive father, in fact, he cares more about his own interests than the blood feud of the mermaids. His world is very small, and can only accommodate a few people who are good to him.

His adoptive father raised him, so he took his adoptive father's goal as his own. Su Su was his blood cousin and they got along well, so he didn't want Su Su to suffer any harm because of this incident.

Now these two selfish desires are in conflict. He initially tried hard to change Su Su and tried to pull him to his side, but now he finds that the reasons he used to pull him over are becoming less and less tenable.

He knew that his adoptive father would never stop and Su Su might face greater danger in the future. But he didn't know how to start the conversation.

He could neither persuade Su Su to surrender nor reveal his true identity and the plans of the Undercurrent Organization. Could he only watch Su Su get into trouble?

"You have to be careful of the Mo family." Yan Bai could only give this half-hearted excuse in the end. He said, "I'm busy lately, I probably won't play games anymore."

Yan Bai went offline, leaving Su Su alone and confused. He felt that Yan Bai seemed to be hiding something from him. But since the other party chose not to say anything, he would not ask about it.

Qi Hanyi's live broadcast clarification caused quite a stir throughout the empire.

The Council of Nobles also discussed how to convict Qi Hanyi.

Mermaids playing Star Wars was originally a capital crime, but that was a capital crime against mermaids. Now that Qi Hanyi took on the responsibility of being drunk, it meant that he allowed it and was willing to do it. The scale of the conviction suddenly became difficult to grasp.

Just as the House of Representatives was undecided, the online pardon petition, along with public opinion, was presented to the nobles.

In their petition, pardoning Qi Hanyi was just an introduction. The real demand was to lift the Internet restrictions on mermaids and give mermaids and humans the same rights to access the Internet and communicate freely.

This request is even bolder than Qi Hanyi's original proposal to allow mermaids to access the game "Star Wars".

Because of the competition held by Qi Hanyi on the Star Network, they saw a hope, that the descendants of ordinary humans, if they have mental strength and talent, can also become starship pilots.

Theoretically, mermaids can only marry nobles, but there are indeed some people who marry mermaids out of love due to some coincidences, and their offspring may also have good mental powers.

In the eyes of the vast majority of people, mermaids are a distant and romantic species. They have no chance to see them, but they can't help but fantasize about them. For them, opening up the restrictions between each other is a good thing. If they have the opportunity to win the favor of an unmarried mermaid, they may also be able to have offspring with better genes, and their offspring will also gain superior mental strength. They may even join the army and make meritorious contributions, and achieve a class leap from civilian to noble.

Qi Hanyi had not expected this petition, and it was a good sign, but at the moment, he appeared a little too early. Before the time was ripe, this petition made the conservative nobles feel threatened. They had long monopolized the mermaids and obtained the privilege of genetic bloodline advantage, but now this privilege was threatened.

The sky was extremely gloomy and the wind was bitingly cold, whistling through the layers of buildings.

Qi Hanyi was wrapped in a windbreaker, standing straight in front of the empty tombstone. On the stone steps at his feet was a bouquet of white flowers.

A flake of snow fell on his sleeve, and was gently brushed away by his bony fingers. Qi Hanyi said, "Dad, it's starting to snow."