Chapter 327: Her Royal Highness the Princess and the Sharp Knife Captain
[White ghosts suddenly visited the "slums" of Sakaar. When local government officials rushed there after hearing the news, they encountered a series of car accidents.]
In a kilometer-class supply ship.
Daphne looked at the message that popped up on the screen in her hand and couldn't help but frown slightly.
First, a group of nobles who were looking for trouble, took a 180-degree turn in their attitude;
Then a senior local government civil servant was involved in a pileup;
Is it such a big fuss just after taking office?
Daphne glanced out the porthole. The depth of space and the romance of the stars were reflected in her ice-blue eyes, outlining the complex light of human thinking.
…
"Car accident?"
In the lobby of an old building, Yang Ming looked at the sweaty government workers in front of him and asked with a smile, "Is it serious?"
"It's a serial car accident! The entire convoy crashed! The vehicles were out of control, crashing into the nearby buildings one after another. The acting governor of Sakaar died on the spot, and his head was blown off!"
"This could be an attack, it is an attack, Lord Earl! Normally, car accidents don't kill people, as vehicles have protection systems, but this time, almost everyone died!"
"The heads of various departments all had problems at the same time! This is definitely not a coincidence!"
"Oh, really?"
Yang Ming nodded calmly: "Were there any pedestrian casualties at the scene?"
"No, no, there are only more than ten people accompanying you adults."
"That's good," Yang Ming said with a smile, "Just let the public security office file a case for investigation. Don't bother me with such trivial matters. Can't you see that I'm trying to make local specialties?"
These civil servants took a look at the food in Yang Ming's hand, their expressions somewhat uncertain.
This is a crop called 'No. 93' sweet potato. Although it can be grown in highly polluted soil, it will accumulate a lot of pollutants. It is edible but will cause health problems.
Now this thing is the staple food of half of the people on Sakaar.
Lord Ghost is pointing at them!
The situation of the serial car accident was circling in their minds. They looked at the smile on Yang Ming's face, the scene in front of them, and thought about the usual behavior of the white ghost...
The temperature in the hall was very low, only about seven or eight degrees, but beads of sweat appeared on the foreheads of these civil servants.
“You know that, too.”
Yang Ming continued to lower his head and knead the sweet potato dough in his hand:
“I have a bad temper. First, I look down on corrupt nobles, and second, I look down on corrupt officials.
"The problem on Sakaar is huge. All those who deserve to die are probably dead now. As for the rest of you civil servants, the problem may be minor and you may be considered clean.
“In short, go back first and have the highest-ranking person in each department step forward to serve as the acting head of the department and quickly distribute what can and should be distributed.
"As for the future arrangements, I will follow the provisions of the imperial law. After the new governor arrives, I will have a thorough consultation with him."
The civil servants looked at each other.
"Sir, could it be that you were the cause of those car accidents..."
"Don't talk nonsense," Yang Ming said with a smile, "I have been chatting with everyone here and getting food , but I don't know about the car accident."
The group of men, women, young and old all nodded at the same time.
The boy named Peterson immediately asked, "Are you doubting Mr. Ghost?"
"Of course, of course not."
"If you don't have anything to do, please go ahead and do your work," Peterson said. "This place is rather dirty and messy. You'll get sick easily if you stay here for too long."
"Okay, okay, sir, let's go investigate the cause of the car accident first."
These civil servants bowed to Yang Ming, then lowered their heads and hurried away.
One person was walking with unsteady legs and almost slipped because he stepped on empty air.
Yang Ming smiled when he saw this and placed the little white rabbit he had made next to the stove that the residents had built themselves.
There was some laughter around, and Picente asked quietly: "Is this a farmed pig?"
Yang Ming smiled and nodded, then continued chatting with the elderly people.
The situation is indeed very bad.
Medical care and education were regionally interrupted, and only a small number of areas could use the Internet normally. Millions of people were struggling to survive in this city full of garbage.
Yang Ming did not ask the residents here what they needed.
Because everyone lacks everything.
They did not actively ask Yang Ming for anything, but just expressed their gratitude to Yang Ming, put on their most decent clothes, showed their happiest smiles, and took out the food they had stored.
Although the environment here is harsh, a weak new social system has emerged that can barely maintain people's basic survival.
However, this system's ability to withstand shocks is very weak. A severe weather condition or prolonged acid rain can cause a food shortage, leading to famine.
Sakaar, when Yang Ming first came to this planet, although it was in a gloomy state, its basic operations were still fine.
If insect infestation is considered a natural disaster, then the various tricks involved in post-disaster reconstruction are man-made disasters.
When a round of natural disasters and man-made disasters occur, the entire society collapses completely.
The good news is that the houses here are open to anyone.
Due to the destruction of the government's credibility and the disappearance or departure of property owners, a large number of buildings here have become vacant.
Buildings of the interstellar civilization standard can be used for hundreds to thousands of years. With just a little renovation, the buildings here can create a comfortable living environment.
In addition, human civilization's technological development in energy has ensured that there is no shortage of energy here.
The simplest way to help the people here solve the basic problem of survival is to purchase 300 sets of large-scale organic synthesis equipment and use abundant energy to synthesize edible organic matter such as starch.
——This is not a technically troublesome thing, the price is relatively cheap, and it is generally used for post-disaster emergency rescue.
Yang Ming took the time to send a message to Lu, saying that relevant work was already underway.
Solve the problem of survival first, and then gradually import food, improve the land, and restore grain cultivation.
A group of dirty young men rushed in from outside the door. After seeing the situation in front of them, they first breathed a sigh of relief, then walked forward nervously and bowed to Yang Ming.
They are laborers, some of whom were rushed back from the few factories that were still in operation, and some of whom were doing resource recycling work in the city. - High-level scavengers.
When these workers saw Yang Ming, they were obviously at a loss.
Yang Ming didn't say much, but just said: "Choose a few prestigious people from among the young and strong, and go to the hotel where I live to wait for me. Remember, this is the empire, don't do the democratic election, just verbally recommend them."
"Okay, we understand! We'll pay attention to the rules!"
"Go ahead."
Yang Ming patted the young man who was speaking on the shoulder and said slowly:
"This is already my territory. I will try my best to avoid disasters from happening again. I will start a number of construction projects later and give you decent jobs. My private fleet also needs private soldiers, but that is a matter for later.
"You can sort out the talents in various professions. What I mean is that anyone who is proficient in a technology can be considered a talent."
"Okay, let's do it now!"
The young man who was speaking had red eyes, and he lowered his head and sniffed, "You eat here, we will contact whoever we can."
"Go ahead, but be careful to maintain order and avoid large-scale gatherings."
"Oh, I see."
The group of young people left in a hurry.
Yang Ming soon heard the roar of the engine of the old-fashioned hovercraft. They actually got a few high-powered horns, yelled "Assemble", and rushed to every corner of the city.
"Mr. Ghost," an old lady said gently, "you can eat now."
"Thank you," Yang Ming said with a smile, "I'll eat the food here. Some vehicles have arrived outside, carrying supplies and food."
The crowd here suddenly became a little agitated.
"I hope you won't rush to grab supplies. Everyone can go get one. When you have collected all the supplies, try to notify others to come get them. More supplies will come later."
Yang Ming said:
"I saw a few flags with my image on them in the corner, so I put them at the door to let people know I was there and that they could come and see me anytime."
"Thank you, Mr. Ghost," the old lady said, "I know you are just and compassionate, but this situation cannot be changed by a few delicious meals. Let the children go."
"It will change," Yang Ming stared at the old man, "If you believe that I can drive away the insect swarm, please continue to believe that I will protect the people here."
Peterson suddenly shouted, "Let's move the food in! Move it by the head!"
A group of teenagers heard the news and followed Peterson to the gate.
Yang Ming laughed when he saw this.
This little guy is quite smart.
…
Late at night, Yang Ming lay exhausted on the big bed in the hotel's top-floor suite.
He was not burdened physically, but he was very tired mentally.
There was a sound of a door opening, and 026 came in sideways, carrying a thick stack of paper materials. When he saw Yang Ming, he smiled and said:
"Thank you for your hard work, Boss!"
"Hmm," Yang Ming subconsciously glanced at 026's thigh.
There was no way. She wore a pair of glasses, a loose sweatshirt on her upper body, and her lower body was made to disappear. Combined with her pure and mature charm, her lethality was truly amazing.
"Have you met Hanxiang and Hanyin?"
"No, I've been busy. There are a lot of things to do here," 026 said. "I'm here to report my work. Boss, just lie down. I'll read to you."
"Hard."
026 turned on the shielding device, stood beside the bed, and said quickly:
"This afternoon, the law officer took action to clean up more than 120 government officials. I also participated in the sniping of 12 people who tried to flee. All of them turned out to be accidents. The people investigating the case have been arranged by us. Everyone knows that the White Ghost hates evil, so the relevant departments of the Empire have not yet taken action.
"The three integrated supply ships you requested to purchase are expected to arrive at Saka in two days, fully loaded with energy and various medical supplies.
“We have purchased thirteen standard ships’ worth of food, which will arrive within a week.
"The current problem is that the Sakaar transit spaceport has fallen into disrepair and the transit system has been paralyzed. The last insect plague destroyed the satellite communication system. It's easy to repair these, but it will take time.
"The organic synthesis system you requested has been purchased. From equipment transportation to installation, it will take at least sixteen days..."
Pieces of information entered Yang Ming's ears in an orderly manner.
Yang Ming was a little drowsy until he heard a somewhat angry message.
"According to our investigation, after the insect infestation, Viscount Saka tried to return to Saka to organize construction, but was rejected by local officials. His freedom of travel was also restricted."
026 pause for words :
"After that, the local government received donations from Viscount Godoy Saka one after another. The largest amount was 16 million imperial coins, which was the one you gave him. He should have sold his house.
“Lü has been taking care of this family, and they won’t have any problems in their lives.
"In addition, Viscount Saka once reported the corruption problem on Saka to the Noble Court, but in the end nothing came of it."
Yang Ming wondered, "Did some of the stolen money here flow to the Council of Elders?"
"Yes, boss," 026 said, "I can only say that the Great Elder's death was not unjust. It was all due to the subordinates of his subordinates' subordinates' subordinates."
Yang Ming cursed the national quintessence a few times.
026 smiled and said, "Let me tell you some happy news."
"What?"
"Miss Mimili will soon arrive on Sakaar with several ships of reasonably purchased supplies," 026 said with a smile, "She heard that we need people to assassinate officials here, so she came to help."
Yang Ming smiled and said, "It would be nice if she came to see the various aspects of human life."
026 continued, "In addition, His Majesty Edwang asked you when you will have time to push forward the Luofeng Empire's alliance ceremony as planned. Now the time is ripe, the people of the four countries have reached a consensus, and all the capitals are waiting for this carnival."
Yang Ming raised his eyebrows and said with a smile:
“Although there are many things to do here, they are complicated, but not many of them require me to show up. I can just get a bionic robot to replace me later.
"But Princess Daphne will be here at dawn, and I need to deal with her. Let's wait until she leaves."
"Then I will reply that I am not sure about the time yet, and I will leave in the near future?"
"Just reply like that," Yang Ming said with a smile, "This is a major event in Edwang's life. I will definitely rush over to watch the ceremony."
026 blinked and said, "Isn't His Majesty Edwan also working for you?"
"That's different," Yang Ming said, "Aidewang and I are partners, comrades-in-arms, and comrades, not vassals of the other."
"Yes, His Majesty Adwan said the same thing. I heard it when I was monitoring them."
Yang Ming: …
Well done.
026 left quietly after reporting his work;
Yang Ming, who had fallen asleep a few minutes earlier, stretched out his arms and laid on the bed, snoring softly from the tip of his nose.
Early the next morning, Yang Ming was awakened by the frantic knocking on the door by Han Yin and Han Xiang.
Princess Daphne's ship has landed on the surface of Sakaar, and a fleet of small airships is heading this way. It would have been fine if Earl Yang Ming did not take the initiative to greet her, but he is actually sleeping soundly here.
Hanyin and Hanxiang hurriedly helped Yang Ming put on his dress and washed his face.
Yang Ming, yawning continuously, went to the hotel gate on an empty stomach. Although he was very unhappy in his heart, he still maintained basic etiquette of aristocrats.
This was the first official meeting between White Ghost and Princess Daphne.
Saka seemed to be quite considerate, and the blue sky and white clouds appeared rarely. A touch of golden starlight slanted across the city, making the gray buildings look more majestic.
——In fact, when Daphne’s escort fleet entered the atmosphere, it broke through the dark clouds above the city. The place will soon be covered with dark clouds again, and there is a high probability that acid rain will fall.
Yang Ming stood there and took another nap.
"Boss! The princess is here!"
"Huh?" Yang Ming opened his eyes and saw that the small airship had landed in the large parking lot in front of the hotel.
Yang Ming was quite surprised that the anti-gravity engine of this airship made very little noise.
The cabin door opened, and two maids came out first. They checked the safety of the gangway and then stood quietly aside.
Daphne lowered her head and crawled out of the cabin. She was wearing a plain white fluffy long skirt and a light red cloak. Her snow-white skin was very translucent under the sunlight, and her beautiful face also attracted the attention of several rows of doormen in the hotel.
Daphne stood on the gangway and waited for a few seconds.
In this situation, a noble gentleman should trot over, elegantly put his right hand behind his back, let his left hand extend forward, and help her walk down the metal ladder of no more than five steps.
But Yang Ming stood there with a smile on his face, full of innocence.
Daphne smiled and said, "My Lord Earl, shouldn't you come over and help me?"
Yang Ming said: "I can't take your maid's job."
Two maids at the side hurried forward to support her.
Daphne walked down the gangway slowly, each movement was so graceful and appropriate, and revealed a natural sense of "fragility".
She seemed to be the incarnation of an elf.
However, this elegance did not last for a few seconds, and she was told by the maid that she had to wear a mask with an air purification system, and her beautiful face turned a little red.
If Yang Ming guessed correctly... this is an allergy.
"Princess, please come in. I have prepared a sumptuous hotel breakfast for you," Yang Ming said with a smile. "The situation on Saka is quite dire. Please forgive me for any inadequate hospitality."
"You are joking, Lord Earl. This is my gift to you."
Behind Daphne, two maids arrived in front of Yang Ming carrying trays.
There were just two sheets of paper in the tray.
Yang Ming wondered, "Love letter?"
Daphne was stunned for a moment, subconsciously looked away, frowned and said, "You are so rude."
"I'm sorry, what was that?"
Daphne smiled and said, "One is a list. A transport fleet will arrive here later and deliver some military supplies. These military supplies are about to expire and will be sold to the public at a low price."
"Thank you, what about the other one?"
"The Governor-General's letter of appointment has the official seal of the Imperial Ministry, but the name is left blank."
Daphne said softly:
“The situation on Sakaar is rather special. People are living in hardship, and post-disaster reconstruction has been stagnant. The lord and the chief executive should no longer have differences.
"Don't worry, everything is normal procedure. It was Uncle Ino who helped."
"Thank you," Yang Ming picked up the letter of appointment, thought about it, waved to the side, and wrote a name on it.
Daphne smiled and said, "Just as I guessed, Viscount Godoy Saka."
Yang Ming smiled and said, "No one is more suitable than him to be the chief executive of this planet."
At this moment, he even felt that although Princess Daphne was scheming in every step she took, she was actually a good person.
Whatever her purpose was, she helped the people here.
"Please come in. I'll treat you to a good meal this morning."
Daphne frowned and said, "Were you trying to fill my stomach with the hotel breakfast?"
"Indeed," Yang Ming shrugged, "I just woke up, so I don't have time to prepare."
As he was speaking, 026 suddenly appeared from the side, nodded at Yang Ming, and pointed to the sky.
Yang Ming turned his head and looked up at the sky.
The dark clouds were about to close, but there was still a gap.
He clearly saw that a sea urchin was entering the outer atmosphere, and a faint "outline aperture" appeared due to the friction between the outer protective shield and the atmosphere.
"Boss, Captain Catherine is here."
Daphne's smile froze for a moment.
