Chapter 72
When preparing to return, Jiang Zihan brought a lot of local specialties to check in. Just before boarding the starship, Lu Chenyuan rushed over, exhausted.
Jiang Zihan looked at the box he handed over and asked curiously, "What is this?"
Lu Chenyuan gestured for her to open it, and Jiang Zihan couldn't help but mutter under her breath, "So mysterious..."
When the box was opened, two medals were found inside, shining brightly in the sunlight.
Lu Chenyuan: "This is your Super S-class Psychic Medal, and the other is my S-class. With these two medals, Chang Gung Base can retain some of its autonomy."
Jiang Zihan stroked the box, his mind racing. With the guarantee of these two medals, Chang Gung Base should be considered a natural reserve for war beasts. At least he wouldn't have to worry about others taking advantage of loopholes in the contract to snatch war beasts.
The starship crew had already begun greeting and preparing to set sail. Jiang Zihan paused for a moment as she turned around. Lu Chenyuan asked, "What's wrong? Did anything else fall down?"
Jiang Zihan: "I have already declined the invitation from the Federal Central Research Institute, and I'm not sure whether the subsequent cooperation with the training institute can proceed smoothly..."
A few days ago, someone from her superiors found her and said they wanted to hire her with a high salary to work on the Central Star, and offered very generous conditions that few researchers could refuse, but Jiang Zihan still didn't want to go.
The breeding center also has internal indicators. If the number of newborn cubs in the next year does not meet the standards, it is very likely that some rights will be separated and merged with the research institute.
These days she went to more prosperous places. Although she was curious about the interstellar space, she found that she still preferred life on the island. At least she felt at home.
She still wants to continue working as a doctor in an animal clinic, and that's enough.
Lu Chenyuan helped her straighten her hair that had been messed up by the wind. "If you don't want to go, then don't go. It's no big deal. Such a big mistake has happened within the military. These departments are being watched by all citizens. There shouldn't be any chance for them to make any moves."
He paused, "Once the fighting on the border is over, I'll return to the island to find you. If there's anything you want, just message me."
Jiang Zihan took a few steps back, his gaze fixed on her. Although things were not completely over yet, it was as if an invisible hand was supporting her, and her irritability suddenly eased a little.
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The starship of the War Beast Breeding Institute arrived almost at the same time as Jiang Zihan. She had a much better impression of the War Beast Breeding Institute than the Research Institute, so she readily accepted their proposal to come for exchange and learning.
"What? The War Beast Breeding Institute plans to transfer some of the war beasts here for retirement?" Jiang Zihan was so shocked by the news that he jumped up before he could even sit down.
Fan Yun scratched his head. "Actually, I've been in contact with the breeding center, and they're aware of the situation at the base. To be honest, we're planning on finding a better place for the war beasts while the breeding center is still able to make its own decisions."
Jiang Zihan blinked. This was a benefit that was delivered right to her door. She couldn't help but wonder, "Could it be a trap?"
"No, no, actually, this idea has been around for a long time. The War Beast Breeding Institute also wanted to create a nature reserve, but wasn't the spread of distortion too active before, so it was never implemented."
Fan Yun explained that the higher-ups were keeping a close eye on the war beast breeding center, and they were restricted in what they could do. They were determined to conquer the distorted environment but didn't want to cause any impact on the war beasts, so they had no choice but to send some of the war beasts over.
Although it sounds a bit irresponsible, it is the best choice they can make.
Jiang Zihan tapped the tabletop with his finger and suddenly leaned forward. "In that case, have you ever considered setting up a branch of the breeding center directly on the island? That way, we can try wild breeding while still being able to care for those war beasts."
Fan Yun sat up straight immediately. "What a great idea! This way we can save time on establishing a nature reserve! I'll tell Team Leader Yao right away!"
Jiang Zihan couldn't help but smile as he watched the figure running away. When his eyes inadvertently fell on another part of the table, his smile suddenly faded.
Chang Gung Base was no different from when she left, except that the old robot would never appear again.
Jiang Zihan sat back in his chair, not wanting to do anything for once. He just stared out the window in a daze. Without the rhythmic hum of electricity in his head, he suddenly felt empty.
The chip that Zhao Ming picked up was quietly placed on the table. As the sky gradually darkened, Jiang Zihan finally stood up and installed the chip into his bracelet.
The pharmaceutical research team quickly got busy. After the material problem was solved, all the team members were like mice fallen into a rice jar, and they couldn't wait to live in the laboratory.
Jiang Zihan was also busy running around. Ever since she returned to the island, she felt that her mental power was faintly hot, as if being pulled by an invisible force. There were vague signs of a breakthrough, but the supernatural scalpel disappeared along with the system.
The process of researching potions is very boring and tedious. When she has free time, she will wander around the island to relax.
Now greenery has spread over most of the island, and there is no trace of the previous desolate scene.
"Click." Jiang Zihan raised her hand and pressed the shutter button. The data stream slowly processed the input information and scenery, and finally went black silently.
Although the system is gone, its shadow can be seen everywhere on the island. Various robots are doing basic carrying work. I don’t know who started it, but they painted various graffiti patterns on the shells of those robots, which looks quite childish.
Since the series of attacks, hidden cameras and various detectors have been installed in every corner of the base. These were originally controlled by the system, and even though it is gone, it is still working diligently.
I unknowingly walked to the vicinity of the experimental field and happened to see a few kittens running around in the cornfield. Pheasants and geese, the war beasts, ran around in the cornfield every day. All the leaves at the bottom had been picked up, which gave the kittens space to flutter around.
Jiang Zihan stopped and looked at the hairy balls piled up together. He struggled to break off the corn husks at the bottom, and then they ran away in a flash, gathered together.
She couldn't help laughing. They weren't hungry, so why were they so greedy?
She kicked the small stone under her feet, and suddenly caught a glimpse of a flash in her peripheral vision, and the steady mental power in her mind fluctuated inexplicably.
She turned around, walked over to the bush, and pried it apart. Her heart skipped a beat. She carefully picked up the unknown fragment and gently touched her bracelet. A slight fluctuation immediately appeared on the screen.
Jiang Zihan sat quietly in the same place, when he suddenly heard a question from behind: "Why are you sitting here like an idiot?"
She paused for two seconds before turning around, her eyes lighting up: "Why are you back?"
Lu Chenyuan approached with a bag in hand. "Things on the front line have been almost dealt with, and several of the Shadow Organization's strongholds have been destroyed. I'll come back while we're changing positions."
Jiang Zihan took the hand he extended and stood up, pouting: "What's in the bag?"
Lu Chenyuan: "Some local specialties. Kui Feng said we'd have a dinner party tonight, so I brought them back specially."
The dinner was very sumptuous. This time it was a small team gathering. Those sitting there were all the friends from the original gathering place. There was a big hot pot in front of Jiang Zihan. Perhaps a big stone fell from her heart, and she rarely raised her glass with others.
Lu Chenyuan was stunned for a moment, then calmly tugged at the corner of her clothes. She smiled softly, "It's okay, I'll just have a few sips."
Lu Chenyuan lowered his voice: "If you can't drink it anymore, give it to me and I will help you drink it."
The atmosphere of the dinner was so good that Jiang Zihan couldn't help but pour a few more glasses. She repeatedly refused Lu Chenyuan's attempts to stop her from drinking, and then when others went to stop other drunkards, she calmly took the bottle and left the table.
When Lu Chenyuan turned around again, the seat was empty.
At first, he didn't notice it, but when Jiang Zihan walked to the open space, he suddenly felt a surge of heat, and then his head was spinning.
Lu Chenyuan immediately chased out and looked at the figure squatting on the ground rubbing the staggering little war beast, and he breathed a sigh of relief.
He then squatted down and stretched out his hands to support himself behind his back. It was a distance that did not allow him to touch but still provide protection at the first moment.
The relaxed posture suddenly froze, and a weight suddenly pressed on the shoulders, with a warm touch and a warm sweet fragrance.
The drunkard Jiang Zihan leaned there quietly, and suddenly reached out and poked his shoulder: "It's so hard, uncomfortable."
Lu Chenyuan immediately adjusted his posture. Jiang Zihan twisted his body, found a comfortable angle, raised his hand and hugged his entire arm, and narrowed his eyes completely.
"It's windy, let me take you home." Lu Chenyuan patted her gently. He tried to straighten her up, put his arms around her shoulders, and lifted her up like a pillow.
Jiang Zihan was completely drunk, and his whole body was hanging up. Lu Chenyuan gritted his teeth, and suddenly felt that he was also a little drunk. "Did you do this on purpose?"
Jiang Zihan raised her head dazedly upon hearing the sound, her eyes trying to focus: "What?" She tried to stand up straight, but fell back down the next second, "No, no, I'm dizzy, please carry me back..."
Lu Chenyuan exhaled: "Then don't touch me, I will carry you."
Jiang Zihan didn't say anything, just leaned against him quietly with her head tilted up. Lu Chenyuan's eyes sank, and he couldn't help but tighten his hands.
Jiang Zihan's mind suddenly became clearer in the night breeze. Looking at the distance between them, she suddenly raised the corners of her mouth. She stood on tiptoe, wrapped her arms around the man's neck, and gently pulled him down. Lu Chenyuan was lost in the vortex of her eyes and bent down obediently.
The warm lips pressed against his and touched him gently, and Lu Chenyuan's breathing almost stopped.
The kiss didn't last long. Jiang Zihan landed on his heels and smacked his lips as if savoring the taste. The next second, he felt a force behind him and was pulled into his strong arms again.
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In the spring of the following year, many newborn cubs were added to the Chang Gung Base, and good news came from the Star Network that the last border distortion isolation zone was lifted.
The day after the dinner, Lu Chenyuan went back to the battlefield. He came back a few times occasionally, but he didn't stay for long.
Jiang Zihan looked at the cheering scene outside the window, and suddenly a crisp "click" sound came from her mind. Countless light spots on the island appeared in her mind. It seemed that all the pores on her body were opened, and new energy rose from her limbs.
Her mental power underwent a transformation, and even the surrounding alien war beasts fell silent. A pair of large hands came from behind and reached out, "What are you looking at?"
Jiang Zihan patted his hand and turned to look at the unshaven man in front of him: "You ran here right after getting off the starship? You won't be leaving again, right?"
Lu Chenyuan nodded. The Chang Gung Base has now been transformed into the first demonstration area for coexistence with distortion. The genetic modification solvent that was originally researched has been successfully upgraded, reducing the stability of distortion.
The War Beast Breeding Institute also established a small branch in the base. It can't be called a branch, but almost all the core members have moved here. The Federal Central Research Institute is furious but helpless. After all, the reproduction indicators of war beasts have been met, and the higher-ups are no longer keeping an eye on them. Even if they want to expand their business, they don't know where to start.
With the addition of new members, the island's planting and cultivation industries are progressing rapidly, and more and more people are coming with their luggage to apply for jobs. Everything is moving in a good direction.
Jiang Zihan pondered, wondering whether other islands should also be included in the territory of Changgeng Base?
Lu Chenyuan sighed secretly at the person who was distracted again, then looked out the window and suggested, "The weather is nice today, do you want to go to the top of the mountain to watch the stars?"
Jiang Zihan nodded, and the two of them headed straight to the top of the mountain.
Green mountains, clear waters, and the crisp chirping of birds in the air, the giant sequoias gently swaying their branches in welcome. Ever since the distortion was completely brought under control, the sky has seemed clearer.
"Look, the stars." Lu Chenyuan raised his arms and hugged her, and Jiang Zihan's eyes also flashed along with the stars in the sky.
Lu Chenyuan: "I've checked, and you can't actually see Chang Geng Star here. But when I retire, I can take you to see the real Chang Geng."
"How come you still remember this..." Jiang Zihan turned around and laughed, "I don't care about it anymore. Now I have my own Changgeng Star."
Lu Chenyuan didn't say anything, just stared at her steadily, and leaned forward. As their breaths mingled, they exchanged a long kiss.
The afterglow of the setting sun shone on the leaves, casting a golden hue on the entire mountaintop. At the foot of the mountain, a group of breeders chased after the cubs, their laughter echoing far away.
The bracelet on Jiang Zihan's wrist suddenly flashed, and a line of golden characters slowly floated by -
【Congratulations on clearing the level. 】
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