Chapter 4: The Decision to Hand Over to the State
Seeing that Gu Xinyan was having second thoughts, 011 quickly explained, afraid that if it was too late, Gu Xinyan would give up and quit, and then it would have nowhere to cry.
Hearing 011's words, Gu Xinyan breathed a slight sigh of relief, but no matter how she thought about it, she felt that this matter was too big.
It's alright now, just trading some food and such. But if we trade more and more things in the future, and bring back more and more things, then this will be a huge success.
Although she loves money, she wouldn't dare to do anything without a guarantee. Besides, she has her grandmother and younger brother to take care of. If she were to go on a mission that would take several days or months, they would be worried sick.
Besides, if someone with ulterior motives notices any clues, she'll be finished. Don't blame her for overthinking; after all, it's always better to be safe than sorry. So, she still needs to find a reliable backer!
Thinking this, I quickly opened the store door and went out.
Seeing Gu Xinyan's actions, 011 was a little confused. How did she suddenly go out? But she immediately went invisible and followed her.
[Host, where are you going? Why are you out so late at night?]
"I've been thinking about it, but it still doesn't feel safe. I need to find someone to back us up, otherwise we won't even know how we died in the end!" Gu Xinyan said as she walked forward without stopping.
Upon hearing this, 011 instantly bristled, staring at Gu Xinyan in disbelief.
[What? You're going to tell others about me? No way, host! You'll get arrested! What will you do if you get caught?]
"No, as long as we have a good attitude, we won't be arrested. Besides, I trust my country; it wouldn't do such a thing," Gu Xinyan said confidently without turning her head.
Seeing Gu Xinyan like this, 011 still tried to persuade her.
【But...but host, even so, if you go there rashly and report it layer by layer, many people will find out.】
What if there are malicious people around? Maybe we should go back first and think it over carefully when we get back?
Upon hearing this, Gu Xinyan paused in her forward movement. Oh right! She had only been thinking about handing it over to the country, but she hadn't expected this.
If we really say that, and it gets reported up the chain of command, then even more people will probably find out by then. No, no, this won't work.
After glancing at the police station that was just a stone's throw away, Gu Xinyan decisively turned around and headed back towards her own store.
Before long, he returned to the store, closed all the doors and windows, and then sat down behind the cashier with a somewhat dejected air.
"Then what do you suggest I do? I don't know anyone here. If I don't contact the police station, how am I supposed to get in touch with the higher-ups?"
Do we really have to hand it in? Can't we just not hand it in?
011 muttered softly.
Hearing this, Gu Xinyan nodded firmly: "It must be handed over. After all, this matter is too big, and it will definitely be impossible to cover it up later."
"I'll have to pay it sooner or later, so I might as well pay it now. That way I'll have peace of mind. After all, I still have my grandma and younger brother to take care of, and I can't let them worry about me."
"Alright, host, I can help you contact the highest leader in your country, so you don't have to worry about too many people finding out."
But host, you need to be prepared. If... if you get captured, 011 will take you to another world!
Seeing Gu Xinyan's resolute expression, 011 had no choice but to compromise, but still asked again, unwilling to give up.
[Host, are you really sure? Do you really want to expose us both?]
Upon hearing this, Gu Xinyan took a deep breath, her eyes hardening: "I've made up my mind. The longer this matter drags on..."
This wouldn't benefit me, my grandma, or my brother. Besides, with the government's help, maybe 011 could level up faster.
Seeing Gu Xinyan like this, 011 didn't say anything more. It knew her concerns, but it also had its own concerns.
"Alright then, host. Since you've made your decision, 011 will make the contact for you. From the moment we're bound, we're inseparable."
No matter what happens, 011 will be with you! At worst... at worst, 011 will find a way to take you, Grandma, and your little brother to live in another world!
Hearing 011's words, Gu Xinyan felt a warm current in her heart. She didn't expect that this newly acquainted leader would be so loyal and righteous. However, she still had great confidence in her country.
"Don't worry, 011, such a thing will never happen. I believe in my country and it would never do such a thing."
Upon hearing this, 011 immediately stopped saying anything more and instead set up a simple video communication system.
In an instant, the entire room fell silent, and the light screen projected by 011 in mid-air showed a figure the next second. That figure was none other than the top leader of China.
Upon seeing the leader on the screen, Gu Xinyan blushed with excitement and remained silent for a long time, though she couldn't help but mutter to herself for a long time.
Good heavens! She actually met the top leader! She used to only see him on TV. Although this time it was also on a screen, but... but this time they could actually talk on the phone!
The leader, who was handling government affairs, looked up to drink water and saw a flash of white light in the air in front of him, followed by a transparent, suspended screen.
The commander was startled when he saw the screen that suddenly appeared. Just as he was about to call for help, a little girl appeared on the screen. Looking at the background behind the little girl, it was a store.
The leader was speechless for a moment. He stared at the little girl on the screen for a long time, and seeing that she didn't say anything, he couldn't help but feel puzzled. So he asked her.
"Can you tell me what's going on? Is it something you need to talk to me about?"
Upon hearing this, Gu Xinyan instantly snapped out of her daze and hurriedly nodded in response, "Yes, yes, yes! Commander, I...I..."
"Don't be nervous, speak slowly!"
Seeing that Gu Xinyan was a little too nervous, the commander lowered his voice to reassure her, while gesturing to Lu, who had just rushed in, to be quiet.
Lu Yunting, who was standing guard outside, heard voices coming from inside the house. Fearing that someone had broken into the commander's room, he quickly raised his pistol and rushed in.
But he froze the moment he entered. What did he see? What was that thing that suddenly appeared in the air? It didn't look like a projection at all!
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