Chapter 399: A rare vacation
After Yang Ming left the small administrative planet where the research institute was located, he sent a message to Bray.
Nothing else, he suddenly thought of Bligh, and asked about the current situation of his 'long-lost' subordinate.
——In fact, he was afraid that Bligh would be turned into an intelligent machine without anyone notifying him.
Soon, Bly sent a reply. While Daphne was doing an online fan meeting, Yang Ming hid in the bathroom and had a video call with Bly.
Generally speaking, the orders that Bligh received came from the law, and most of them were about the Super Reformer Organization.
Because the Zerg tide was approaching, the Empire needed some suicide squads and commandos. The Empire's Dimensional Ascension Laboratory did not require more super-modifiers to participate in the experiments in advance, and Bligh's pressure was reduced a lot.
"Master," Bly's voice penetrated directly into Yang Ming's ears through the hidden headphones, "This insect tide is actually an opportunity."
Yang Ming raised his eyebrows slightly: "Are you trying to take advantage of the chaos to enter the Imperial Star?"
"Yes, Master. If you allow me to enter the Imperial Star, I can make the Empire your plaything in a very short time."
“First, you are a little arrogant, Bligh. Even if you control the emperor, you can’t have any impact on the entire empire, just like those big companies sometimes don’t need their bosses to operate.
"Second, even if you enter the Emperor Star, you will be destroyed in a very short time. There are very terrifying beings in the Emperor Star... This is not a threat."
Yang Ming sighed softly:
"Do you think I haven't thought about this before? Don't think too much about it."
"Alright Master," Bly sighed.
"Moreover," Yang Ming said earnestly, "when the Zerg, the enemy of mankind, launches an all-out invasion, we should think about uniting as one. Even if we are just obeying on the surface, we should shoulder the responsibility of our public identities. We can do some preparatory work before and after the Zerg tide, but we must never open fire on the Empire during the Zerg tide."
Bray smiled and said, "Master, you are always so kind and righteous."
“That’s the principle.”
Yang Ming said this calmly, and then he couldn't help laughing.
"Super Reformer, help me do something."
Yang Ming sighed softly and continued:
“I wouldn’t say the scale of this insect swarm is unprecedented, but it will be the biggest threat to human civilization in the last few thousand years.
"I want to teach the Super Modifiers some of their experience in dealing with the Zerg. Please arrange for the Super Modifiers to apply to the military to let me be a mentor so that I can rest for half a month.
"Recently, I've almost split myself into ten people. I haven't had a single day of rest. I've been running around for the empire."
Bly smiled and said, "Okay Master."
"I've been told so many times to call me boss and master-master all day long. I thought I was in a cat maid cafe."
Yang Ming casually cut off the communication, and the surrounding shielding devices were automatically released.
He leaned outside and looked outside, and found that Daphne had not come back yet. He calmly took out a spray from his pocket and sprayed it on his crotch.
This will ensure that you don't embarrass yourself later.
There was no way. Daphne's charm grew with her age. Sometimes, just a coquettish voice from her was enough to make Boss Yang's blood rush to his heart and kill her on the spot.
No one said he couldn’t touch Daphne;
Even Mimi Li wouldn't mind Yang Ming having a relationship with Daphne;
The medical technology that Daphne can enjoy can keep her in her best years for decades. She even deliberately imitates Catherine's words and deeds. Under the appearance of "they are just a couple in name only", she tries hard to win Yang Ming's favor.
But Yang Ming always felt...
If Daphne succeeds in getting him, he will always have concerns about turning against the Empire in the future.
He can't really be Yinhe Lu Fengxian.
The famous galactic psychologist Lu had carefully analyzed the situation for Yang Ming. As long as Yang Ming could get Daphne to rebel against the empire together, Yang Ming would not have to feel any psychological burden in picking this beautiful flower.
But Yang Ming was not sure he could persuade this woman to surrender, so he could only follow the principle of hiding if possible.
He turned on the projection function of the network terminal, picked up the virtual book that he had not finished reading last time, and flipped through it page by page.
As he grew older and gained more experience, Boss Yang found that he was indeed lacking a lot in terms of knowledge. If he supplemented himself now, it might come in handy in the future.
Ta-da, ta-da, ta-da.
The sound of brisk high heels was heard outside the cabin.
Then there is the conversation between the maid and Daphne:
"Your Highness, the contraceptive drug you requested... do you really want to take it yourself? Although it is now claimed that there are no side effects, there are always some hidden dangers in forcibly taking hormones to interfere with your endocrine system."
"He doesn't like these. Under the current circumstances, we can never give birth to new life."
Daphne smiled and said:
"You guys go back and rest. Remember to give the list of the lucky draw to the agency."
"Yes, Your Highness."
More than ten seconds later, the cabin door opened, and Daphne immediately looked towards the bed with a charming smile on her lips.
"My dear, are you reading again? You are the most powerful warrior in the empire."
With a click, the cabin door locked itself, and Daphne's handbag emitted a faint light, completely enveloping the entire cabin.
She stretched and complained, "These fans are so annoying. They always ask the same questions."
"Hmm," Yang Ming said without even looking up, "Being an idol means you have to endure this. If you want to get this support rate, then don't complain too much."
"Well, I'm just complaining briefly. The future Duke is lecturing me again."
Daphne hung her windbreaker aside, revealing the slim and light dress she was wearing underneath. Her slender figure showed off her perfect body contours.
She opened the closet, took out a soft nightgown, and began to change in front of Yang Ming.
Yang Ming never looked up, but sighed a few times in his heart.
General Yang, since he accepted Handon's body, has fought hundreds of battles without ever being defeated, but now he can hang up the sign of avoiding fighting!
Daphne sat next to Yang Ming, her shoulder almost leaning against his, and also imitated him to find a virtual book.
"I have reported your feedback to my great uncle and his family."
"What did they say?"
"They feel that your deterrence against the Imperial Guard 2.0 has been achieved. They have approved the participation of the Imperial Guard 2.0 in the next military exercise to verify its ability to control super-large fleets."
Daphne said softly:
“My great uncle asks you if you want to take a break for a while.
"You are really too busy. My father always gives you unnecessary tasks, and always wants to drag you to attend any activities of the military.
"Everyone's panic has eased a lot. You don't need to force yourself so much."
Yang Ming exhaled softly: "Okay, I think so too... Then I will postpone the next few activities?"
Daphne said, "Give me the schedule."
Yang Ming took out a densely packed form from the projection corner and pushed it in front of Daphne.
"Here, the schedule for the next half month."
Daphne couldn't help but raise her hand to her forehead: "You won't refuse them?"
"I'm just sitting around doing nothing," Yang Ming swallowed the words in his heart.
The Dark Star-Falling Wind system did not require him to be in charge , and Saka was well managed by Godoy and his team. There was no sign of the "Faya's Game" being activated, and there was very little he could do for his home planet on Earth.
To sum up, what he can do now is to continue to expand his influence within the empire.
Daphne frowned slightly, stood up, got a portable headset, and started communicating with the outside world.
"Hello, is this the military liaison office? You should have marked my special number. Yes, this is Daphne. Major General Hanton has very important personal matters to attend to, so he will not be able to attend the following twelve events. I'll give you the event list... If you have any questions, please ask your supervisor to contact me, but remember, send someone who is qualified to communicate with me."
"Excuse me, is this the Communications Office of the Council of Elders? I'm Daphne. Hamton will not be attending your next event... I'm here to inform you that I need to consult your elders?"
"Hello, I'm Daphne. Um, don't look for Hanton for the next few activities."
…
Soon, the list given by Yang Ming was cleared.
Boss Yang closed the virtual book and tilted his head to look at Daphne, who put down the smokeless e-cigarette, turned her head and raised an eyebrow at him.
"Have a holiday."
"Yes, sir."
Daphne took Yang Ming's arm and leaned over with her soft and cool body.
"How about I accompany you to rest during this time?"
"Are you sure you want to rest?" Yang Ming muttered, "Why do I always feel like you want to eat me?"
"I would like to ask," Daphne said through her teeth, "to give me a chance."
Yang Ming smiled, then lay down calmly, allowing her to hug him.
"Good night, I'm really sleepy."
Daphne pursed her lips slightly and sighed softly without complaining much. She swayed her body to adjust herself to a comfortable position, then hung beside Yang Ming and closed her eyes to fall asleep.
The lights in the cabin slowly went out, but the starry sky outside the porthole was still bright.
…
[Countdown to the insect tide: 154 standard galactic days].
Saka Star, in the Governor's Palace.
Yang Ming was lying carefree in Godoy's massage chair. On his left was Han Yin, the director of the Saka Planet's Architecture and Planning Bureau, and on his right was Han Xiang, the head of the Saka Planet's Surface Security Management Brigade.
The two sisters were wearing serious work clothes, holding drinks and snacks in their hands, and their expressions looked aggrieved.
Obviously, they had just been scolded by Yang Ming.
Behind the desk, Godoy, whose hair had turned a little gray , sighed helplessly.
"Your Excellency the Duke of Hamton."
Yang Ming immediately said, "Hey, it's just the Earl, and he hasn't been promoted yet. You should be more careful when you speak."
"Yes, Lord Earl Hanton, the document from the Council of Elders has been issued. As long as the old honorary duke dies, you will be the first in line to advance naturally," Godoy complained, "You should pay attention to the impact. These two are now official officials of our Saka planet."
"Why, are official officials so great?"
Yang Ming turned his head and glared at Han Yin, who shrank his neck.
"They didn't learn anything but to act arrogantly, making petitioners wait at the door for more than an hour while they drank tea, chatted and looked at male models in the house!
"Do you want to go back to the ship and continue wearing your maid outfit?
"You don't have a place to go back now, you know? Look at my eldest to eighth kids outside. They are combat robots, combat robots with their own independent thinking ability. One of them can take care of both of you!
“It really is!
"Godoy, you, the governor, don't even care about them!"
Hanyin lowered her head and dared not refute a word.
Hanxiang on the side whispered: "Boss, I'm very good."
"Well, you did a good job," Yang Ming patted her little hand and said softly, "I will give you the right to supervise your sister from now on. If she dares to do it again, you can whip her with a whip."
Han Yin snorted: "Those few just want to get the demolition compensation. I didn't bully them. Their demands are not realistic at all."
Godoy smiled and said, "I've also learned about this. It's true. Because the population is increasing too fast, the demand for new urban areas from outsiders is increasing. The old city we're planning to build has also encountered some resistance. And now we need to put all our resources into the renovation of the underground shelter. The opening has been tightened. They have problems with us."
"That's right!" Han Yin was about to cheer up when she was glared back at by Yang Ming.
Then, Yang Ming sighed and asked, "How is the preparation for the insect tide going?"
Godoy said, "It went smoothly. We have relatively abundant resources. There is a large semi-abandoned shelter underground. However, because the insect swarm is about to arrive, panic is still spreading in the empire. Many people want to come to Sakaar to hide in your name. We can't accommodate so many people, so we have tightened the opening now."
Yang Ming nodded.
Hanxiang at the side said softly: "In fact, there were some conflicts before."
"What?"
Hanxiang whispered, "That's right. The Imperial Military Department requires all noble private armies to be reorganized and deployed in a unified manner to form regional combat clusters. Our newly formed fleet also needs to report outside. The people and soldiers are somewhat dissatisfied."
Yang Ming nodded and lowered his head in thought.
This order was officially issued only after he and other committee members agreed and signed it.
Not only the nobles' private armies, but also the local defense forces are being reorganized.
The attack location and target of the insect swarm cannot be determined, so the scattered forces must be gathered together to snipe at the insect swarm when it arrives.
The empire will divide its troops into groups according to the actual situation and carry out sniper attacks.
Based on the experience of several similar insect tides in the past, the areas most severely affected are the most border areas of the empire and the outer economic zone of the imperial star circle. Saka happens to be in the "deep stability zone".
In addition, the Zerg will take the initiative to seek out the Empire's military forces for extermination, and gathering the scattered fleets will often attract the Zerg's attention.
——Ordinary people without ships pose no threat to the Zerg.
When the Zerg launch an offensive on the surface of a planet, there is a high probability that they will put pressure on the human army and break down the psychological defenses of human soldiers. There is a small probability that the Zerg will fight to the death to retaliate against humans like the last fourth-order Zerg outbreak.
"I'll go to the private army base later. Everyone hasn't set out yet, right?"
"Yes, the order is to assemble next month, and we are required to prepare our equipment first."
Boss Yang nodded and closed his eyes to enjoy the mechanical massage.
…
In the legal thinking space.
Molly and Ritsu work together to study a complex structure similar to the human brain.
This is the core architecture of Emperor Guard Labdo.
Of course, when they did this, they did not alarm Labdo.
"Number Two, how's it going?" Molly asked in a low voice.
Lu shook his head with regret: "I still can't issue him a certificate of mechanical life. Although his structure is no longer artificial, his number of iterations is still too small. He needs to have at least hundreds of thousands of iterations to understand the meaning of life before I can recognize him as a mechanical thinking being."
"Why?"
"Because all his logic is imitating humans, and all his thinking circuits are based on existing human logic. His views on things will not be any different from those of a human who has the same information."
Molly wondered, "Then what am I?"
Lu thought about it carefully: "Pirates use non-standard shipborne intelligent assistance systems."
Molly opened her mouth, with a faint mist in her eyes.
"Okay, okay," Lu patted her head, "I won't despise you. You work hard in the future. If Miss Mimili gets a permanent job, I will help you evolve a little bit."
"Bing!"
Lu was just about to continue entertaining the child when a faint information disturbance suddenly appeared on the workbench behind him.
"Shh!" Lu made a gesture to keep quiet.
Molly murmured aggrievedly: "What's wrong?"
But Lu suddenly laughed: "There was a guy who wanted to break in, but I stopped him. Humph, I am not the same person I used to be!"
Sizzle——
As soon as Lu finished speaking, a slight electric sound came from behind him, and the girl with twin ponytails was quietly floating behind him.
