Chapter 757: Solution

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CKtalon

Jiang Baimian glanced at Shang Jianyao and reminded Long Yuehong, Since you have the corresponding worries, you need to carry out your questioning with technique. Dont let anyone suspect anything.

Got it. Long Yuehong nodded heavily.

Shang Jianyao had a look of worry. Im not too confident in your oratory skills. Will you really be fine dealing with such matters?

Long Yuehong immediately hesitated and didnt dare to guarantee anything. After all, he wasnt in charge of negotiations most of the time while out on the Ashlands. To put it more tactfully, he was ranked fifth in negotiations with external parties among the Old Task Force members.

Shang Jianyao smiled. I have two solutions to ensure that nothing goes wrong.

Although Long Yuehong didnt trust this fellows solution, he still felt there was no harm in asking. He took the initiative to ask, Whats the solution?

Shang Jianyao looked at Bai Chen. First, bring Little White with you and get her to be your second brain to help you negotiate.

Jiang Baimianwho was drinking wateralmost choked.

Long Yuehong seriously considered the feasibility of this method and slowly shook his head. It wont work. Its not good to bring Little White to my house in a rush without informing them in advance. After all, we have already decided on the weekend. Well talk about it when the time comes.

He felt that Bai Chens first meeting with his parents had to be sufficiently formal and that he couldnt rashly change plans. This would affect Bai Chens image in his parents hearts.

Then, you can wait until the weekend to ask. Bai Chen gave her suggestion.

Long Yuehong fell silent for a few seconds before saying, If theres really a problem with this matter, it will only worsen the trouble if it drags on.

Clap! Clap! Clap!

Shang Jianyao clapped. Not bad; you have your own ideas!

You sound like youre trying to sow discord

Jiang Baimian muttered, planning to hold Shang Jianyao back if he continued.

Long Yuehong was just about to explain when Shang Jianyao changed the topic. The second solution is for me to implant a set of thoughts on how to negotiate with foreign parties in you. The reference target is

He paused and said, Drum roll~ Me!

Forget it then, Long Yuehong replied without hesitation. Even if you implant a corresponding thought into me, I cant use Inference Clowning.

Then, Big Whites? Shang Jianyao enthusiastically did a sales pitch.

Long Yuehong was tempted, and Bai Chen nodded slightly.

Jiang Baimian chuckled. Can you weave the complete set of thoughts I have when I communicate with outsiders?

Even I cant do it myself!

No. Shang Jianyao shook his head frankly. He then sighed. It would be good if Old Ge is here. He has established the corresponding models and database.

Long Yuehong took an inconspicuous deep breath. Its better if I do it myself. Ill be careful and pay attention to the environment and reactions. If the scene really isnt suitable, Ill leave it for the weekend.

Jiang Baimian and Bai Chen were just about to nod when Shang Jianyaos eyes suddenly lit up. Why dont we change our train of thought?

Change our train of thought? Long Yuehong had always known that Shang Jianyaos train of thought was unconstrained and impossible to guess.

Shang Jianyaos smile lit up. Ill ask on your behalf.

Dont joke around. Long Yuehong instinctively reacted.

Shang Jianyao added, Ill use Thought Guidance to make your grandparents, parents, siblings, and other relatives think that Im you. Isnt this equivalent to you asking?

He spread his palms with a trust me expression.

Long Yuehong subconsciously a.n.a.lyzed the situation and realized that it was actually feasible. However, he felt abnormally terrified when he imagined how his family, relatives, and friends would treat Shang Jianyao as him and chat happily with him.

He quickly shook his head. No, its fine.

Shang Jianyao tried to persuade him. Life is short, so why not give it a try?

Smack!

Jiang Baimian slapped his arm with her right hand. Stop bullying Little Red. Go busy yourself.

Upon seeing her stand up, Shang Jianyao diverted his attention. Where are you going?

Jiang Baimian casually replied, Minister Xenny asked me to go over for a report. She wanted to talk about the details that werent written in the report.

According to the procedure, this was the second last segment. After that, it was time to calculate their contribution and distribute the rewards.

Oh, oh. Shang Jianyao asked, Do you want me to lead the way?

Jiang Baimian fumed at being hit in a sore spot. Isnt it just the deputy ministers office on the 646th floor? I can find it!

It wouldnt be a problem to walk slower and think more!

As she spoke, she pa.s.sed through the office and walked out of the room.

After walking for dozens of meters, she encountered a former comrade and chatted with him. After chatting, she accidentally got lost.

Looking at the familiar rooms around her, Jiang Baimian calculated and observed the door numbers.

She was still relatively good at remembering numbers.

After walking back to the spot she had previously lost herself by following the door number, Jiang Baimian saw Shang Jianyao standing there with his hands in his pockets.

What are you doing here? Jiang Baimian asked first.

Shang Jianyao had an innocent expression. I came out to use the bathroom.

He casually pointed in the direction he had come from.

Jiang Baimian received the hint and identified the correct path. She then waved her hand and said, Go.

She turned around and walked to the right stairwell.

As she waited for the elevator, she ran through the layout of the 647th floor in her mind.

The bathroom closest to us doesnt seem to be at that intersection

Jiang Baimian suddenly exclaimed.

At this moment, at Room 14s door, Long Yuehong looked at Shang Jianyaowho had walked backand asked in confusion, Why are you going there?

I got lost. Shang Jianyao smiled with a look that warranted a beating.

Long Yuehong could only say, Fortunately, Team Leader isnt around.

On the 646th floor, in Xennys deputy ministers office.

After knocking on the wrong door, Jiang Baimian finally found the right place.

Xennywho had long chestnut hair and looked to be in her thirtiesdidnt warmly invite Jiang Baimian to sit on the sofa. Instead, she pointed at the chair opposite her desk and said, Have a seat.

Minister, what else would you like to ask? The report is very detailed. Jiang Baimian took the initiative.

Xenny picked up the sky-blue porcelain teacup and took a sip. Im mainly concerned about your health. How many islands have you cleared in the Sea of Origins?

Three. Jiang Baimian didnt hide anything. Im in the midst of searching for the fourth one.

Xenny revealed an approving expression. Your mental fort.i.tude has always been good. Its reasonable for you to progress so quickly. Yes, theres no rush. As the number of islands you clear increases, the negative price you pay will worsen. Take more time to get used to it. It will be more conducive for your daily life.

I understand. Jiang Baimian the order of priority.

Xenny then asked, Whats your next plan?

Jiang Baimian said seriously, The first is to find the last of the Five Great Holy LandsDajiang Citys Linhe Village. The second is to make a trip to Icefield and strive to lock onto the Eighth Research Inst.i.tutes exact location. On the way, we will also go to the city that Shang Jianyaos father last appeared in to search for clues regarding the Heartless disease.

Xenny fell silent for a few seconds before saying, Its not like you can find where the Eighth Research Inst.i.tute is hiding after going to Icefield once or twice. The gathering and extraction of information and clues in advance is a relatively important segment. Also, Icefield isnt suitable for human survival in this season. Its best if you wait until spring before setting off.

We wont go even if you want us to, Jiang Baimian replied with a smile.

She had no objections to staying in the company for a few months. Ever since she revealed that she didnt have to go out often after the next mission ended, her parents had been very happy. They had even skipped the usual blind dates they scheduled for her.

Xenny asked about the four Great Holy Lands again and focused on some details. For example, if there were any traces of humans entering and leaving the cryochamber at the Holm Fertility Center in the past few years.

At the end of the conversation, Jiang Baimian took the initiative to say, Minister, our teams Long Yuehong and Bai Chen are a couple. They are planning on registering their marriage soon. Can they be transferred elsewhere internally?

Xenny smiled. With your contributions, it definitely wont be a problem. Besides, newlyweds arent suitable for fieldwork.

Im relieved. Jiang Baimian smiled.

This was the promise she wanted.

495th floor, Zone C, Room 11.

Long Yuehong chatted with his parents and sister as they ate dinner. He casually mentioned, Mom, the Babymaker talisman you gave me doesnt look old.

What do you mean old? Gu Hong didnt understand.

Long Yuehong simply explained, I thought it was a Babymaker talisman used by Grandpa and Grandma, but I realized that its quite new.

Gu Hong thought for a moment. I didnt notice. Ask your grandmother later.

Maybe she got someone to draw it again, guessed Long Dayong.

Who? Long Yuehong tried his best to make it seem like he was casually chatting.

Long Dayong casually replied, Some of our ancestors draw such things and have pa.s.sed down their skills. Many people pray for auspiciousness during festive seasons.

Is that so Although Long Yuehong didnt think there was anything wrong, he felt that the answer was too simple.

After dinner, he carried a bag of fruits he had exchanged using his contribution points and headed to the 417th floor where his grandparents lived.