There are three routes from Tianye No. 19 Shelter Road to Dongsheng No. 1 Dome.
The first route, which is also a more conventional route, is to drive a snowmobile and then follow the route re-planned by Fenghuo. It is estimated to take 70 hours.
The second route is relatively fast and uses the underground material transportation network system to transfer people. It only takes 3-5 hours to travel between the two places, but this route is not open to the public unless necessary.
As for the third route, it is also a route that is not open to the public and is a low-altitude flight route.
Although radio communications have basically lost their function after the "disappearance of the sun", with the support of the "Beacon" network, some countries and organizations quickly re-established the "air corridor". The construction cost of this "air corridor" is only
The operation and operation consumption are very huge, so it is usually only open to top-level personnel groups.
Zheng Beichuan has a lot of money, so he will not be stingy in building this "air corridor".
But this time, Zheng Beichuan went to Dongsheng No. 1 Dome but chose the first route, which was slower and the risk factor was much higher. A snowmobile carrying a dozen people set off from Tianye No. 19 Shelter and was expected to take
It took four days to reach Dongsheng No. 1 Dome, and it was almost impossible to be allowed to enter other shelters to make corrections along the way. At most, they were allowed to rest briefly in the supply areas outside the shelters along the way.
What was the purpose of such an arduous journey? Zhang Miao was curious, but didn't ask any more questions.
One day after setting off, the snowmobile arrived at the Yellow River Refuge No. 3 located on the bank of Zhaling Lake.
This shelter is an important water source project research base. It is somewhat similar in nature to Tianye No. 19. They are both special shelters that focus on the research and development of scientific research projects and provide refuge and shelter as a supplement.
Zheng Beichuan knew the chief executive here, but he had no intention of coming to bother him. He even specifically told the accompanying guard captain to keep a low profile and not let them know that it was the Shang King Zheng Beichuan who came here, otherwise he might cause trouble.
What kind of "trouble" happened?
Zhang Miao was also present at the time and heard these instructions. She asked Zheng Beichuan afterwards: "Old man, I heard Uncle Zicheng say that every shelter here at Zhaling Lake has your investment, and even several shelters.
The chief executive is a fellow countryman of yours, so why are you so timid when entering the territory of your fellow countrymen?"
Zheng Beichuan laughed and explained: "This shows that they and I are friends from the same hometown."
Zhang Miao was even more puzzled.
Zheng Beichuan added: "It was my intention to build a shelter here at Zhaling Lake. I told them that food, drink, housing and transportation are the most basic things at any time, so as long as we can keep these things, even if the sun
'It's really gone, and it can still last for a few years. But at that time, many people opposed me, saying that there were only a few residents near Zhaling Lake, and the terrain was not conducive to the construction of shelters, so... the plan was finally shelved.
"
"Then why was it built again later?"
"I'll pay for it myself. In fact, that's what they meant. Everything will become very clear when you grasp the basics. I can see that they want me to pay for it, so I just do what they want.
Money was invested here, and manpower and material resources were invested in many places later, and things were settled."
"But... what does this have to do with you not daring to meet your fellow villagers?"
Zheng Beichuan smiled slightly: "Listen to what I have to say."
Zhang Miao said obediently and became quiet.
"The shelters by Zhaling Lake were built, but I wasn't confident that they could really use and manage them according to my ideas, so I started looking for people I knew and knew, and finally decided on
The top executive officers of all seven shelters on the shores of Lake Zhaling, and they all did a good job as I expected... But few people know that I went through a lot of trouble when selecting these people.
I just invited them here, and I didn't even dare to show my face to let them know that I was the one supporting them behind the scenes." Zheng Beichuan said this with bitterness.
Zhang Miao couldn't help but frown and asked: "So...why exactly? Protecting water sources and engaging in ecological research and development, how come such a great thing seems like a big conspiracy."
Zheng Beichuan was silent for a while and then said slowly: "You are right. Those who opposed me at the beginning felt that it was unnecessary and time-consuming to build a shelter by Zhaling Lake. On the other hand, they were afraid of me.
It was a personal matter for me to use these shelters to create an ecological backyard, but how many of them could understand my painstaking efforts? So I simply didn’t discuss it with them, and just followed their wishes and became a 'bad guy'
, and everyone thought that I, Mr. Zhang, was the richest and most heartless person in the world... In addition, after I became prosperous, people from my hometown came to see me, with the same purpose.
Money? It’s just that their strategies are different. Some people say they want to engage in scientific research and ask me to get some money as investment funds. Some people come to discuss business, and some people simply come to talk about morality, local sentiments, etc.
To 'blackmail' me, it's all about 'money'! But..."
When he said "but", Zheng Beichuan didn't seem to want to say any more.
He himself was also confused. After so many years, Zheng Beichuan no longer cared about many things. Why was he willing to talk about it when Zhang Miao accidentally asked him today? And they talked so much and deeply.
'Maybe he's old?'
Zheng Beichuan laughed at himself in his heart.
Zhang Miaoke didn't like it when people stopped talking in the middle of a sentence. Seeing Zheng Beichuan stop again, she said angrily: "Hey, old man! You are so shameless! How can you not stop talking in the middle of a sentence? This is too annoying.
It’s uncomfortable.”
Zheng Beichuan was startled when he heard this, and then he laughed, and his heart suddenly opened up again.
'That's right...since I've said it...let's say it all...how much can a little girl like her understand...'
After thinking about it, Zheng Beichuan continued: "I have plenty of 'money'. Ever since I communicated with the seven major chambers of commerce and contacted consortiums at home and abroad to create a private economic network second only to the exchanges between countries, 'money' means more to me."
It’s just a number, I can even say that as long as I want, I can buy any listed company in the world anytime, anywhere, and short it instantly without worrying about the consequences.”
Zhang Miao's eyes widened after hearing this.
Zheng Beichuan smiled slightly, and just as he was about to say something, Zhang Miao said: "So... you mean very powerful?"
Zheng Beichuan almost choked when he heard this. He forgot that the girl in front of him knew nothing about economics, so telling her those metaphors was better than telling her that he was rich enough to buy the entire New Midland.
But Zheng Beichuan would not continue to repeat his words. He nodded with a wry smile: "Yes, in short, for a long time afterwards, people called me the 'King of Shang', and some even directly called me the 'God of Wealth'. As long as I want
, money is always available."
This time Zhang Miao seemed to feel a kind of generosity that was unprecedented and unprecedented.
She gave a thumbs up and said, "Then what does this have to do with you not wanting to see your fellow villagers?"
Zheng Beichuan was paused when he heard the words, and suddenly felt a strange feeling.
Zhang Miao is like a Chinese teacher who guides primary school students to write essays. They have to constantly emphasize the importance of the main idea to the students and remind them not to go off topic.
Now Zheng Beichuan seems to always go off topic.
Zheng Beichuan had been standing in front of the window. When he heard this, he sat down and said with a smile: "After 'money' is no longer a problem for me, I have a new understanding, so no matter which of my fellow countrymen, even if it is
My classmates back then, even my deskmates or relatives, whenever they came to me asking for money, I only had two words."
"How much?" Zhang Miao said with eyes shining.
Zheng Beichuan shook his head and said, "No, it's 'no money'."
"Ah?!" Zhang Miao was shocked, but then she understood why Zheng Beichuan did not dare to see his fellow countrymen.
For such an iron rooster, let alone a fellow countryman of Zheng Beichuan, even Zhang Miao would definitely feel very uncomfortable if he was rejected. Even excluding the unreasonable demands of some individuals, there are still many people who need financial support.
Yes, someone who really wants to do something.
Zheng Beichuan's response is indeed very confusing.
Zhang Miao followed up with a sneer: "No wonder, old man, you don't dare to meet your fellow villagers. You are afraid that if you go to the door, you will be turned away and rejected."
Unexpectedly, Zheng Beichuan was not ashamed, but smiled proudly: "This is how I, Mr. Zhang, do it. 'Money' is really not a problem for me, but not everyone can control 'money', especially
In today's era, resources are extremely scarce, dataism dominates the mainstream trend of thought, everyone is in danger and everyone is self-interested. If I still invest my 'money' at this time, I will not be helping them, but destroying them.
Destroy more people.”
Zhang Miao shrugged and couldn't help but tease: "If money can make me live a comfortable life, then I would rather be destroyed."
Zheng Beichuan sighed softly after hearing this: "Look, this is it. Everyone is actually a villain, and everyone always thinks that he is a complicated good person, but in fact, everyone born in the world is a puppet of original sin.
, the difference is that some people are very self-disciplined and can feel the existence and breathing of the whole...but some people don't even know whether they are still alive. They are just busy and doing things without thinking, leaving only squirming.
Regarding the body, let alone a future in such a world, it is already a miracle that it can persist for another thirty to fifty years, so... I, Zhang, cannot give the 'money' to anyone, because I want to do something
A big thing, a big thing, a big thing that may cause countless people to sacrifice their lives and cause rivers of blood to flow!"
Zhang Miao's heart trembled when she heard this. She put away her smile and contempt, and was shocked by the aura that Zheng Beichuan naturally revealed.
Logically speaking, although Zheng Beichuan is strong, Zhang Miao is not weak either.
If you fight alone, you may not win, but you won't be stopped by these words of the opponent. But now Zhang Miao was shocked and silent for a long time.
Zheng Beichuan poured himself a cup of tea and then looked up at Zhang Miaodao: "Girl, I know you followed Zhang Fengyu's people to Tianye No. 19 in order to find out who betrayed all mankind and who created it.
The tragedy of the "Shanhai", these things should be investigated, and the truth should come to light at some point, but I advise you, not all the truth is suitable to be laid out in the open, and not everyone can bear it.
Stop, I'm afraid that in the end, when you understand the situation, you will find that everything you once believed in has become a sharp sword piercing your heart, and what you once hated and held a grudge for may actually help you in times of crisis.
, in the final analysis... the world is not either/or, black and white, you are still young, it is far better to stop as soon as possible than to be crushed into dust by the strong wind."
Zheng Beichuan's words came from the bottom of his heart. He didn't mean to confuse anyone, let alone excuse himself.
However, Zhang Miao did not appreciate it. On the contrary, after a brief trance, she smiled coldly and said: "Old man, you all know that I am here to investigate you, why do you still keep me in the red lacquer pavilion like a daughter? Just
Aren't you afraid that one day I will suddenly make a move and kill you?"
But Zheng Beichuan laughed and said, "Girl, I'm not exaggerating. Even if I sit still, if you can hurt me at all, how about I let you go?"
Zhang Miao's heart was tense at that time, and she was filled with anger.
But she would not really take action because she knew very well that it was not the right time yet, not to mention how powerful Zheng Beichuan was, and Zhang Miao knew more or less how powerful he was.
This old man doesn't mean to lie.
Zhang Miao curled her lips, rolled her eyes and said, "Just brag! I almost believed it! Besides, even if you know that I'm here to investigate the case, I'm not dealing with the matter, not the person.
I don’t have enough evidence to prove that you are related to these? So, you don’t need to provoke me, I still think that when I get to Dongsheng, I will have you to support me and ensure that I have enough food and clothing."
Hearing this, Zheng Beichuan's eyes revealed something colder than usual, but he still had a smile on his face.
"You girl! Your little abacus is quite smart! Okay, I've told you so much nonsense, it's time for you to go out and do some activities."
Zhang Miao was stunned when he heard this: "Hey? Master, are you trying to drive me away?"
Zheng Beichuan said: "Do I, Mr. Zhang, seem to be the kind of person who cares about children? I just asked you to go down and help change the energy core, which can be regarded as experiencing life. What? Are you planning to go on a long trip with me?
Is there a cat in the car all the time?”
Zhang Miao laughed awkwardly when she heard this: "Hey! I'm embarrassed by what you said. Well, I'll go and take a look. You can continue to drink tea, and I won't disturb you anymore."
After saying that, Zhang Miao left in a hurry.
When Zheng Beichuan was left alone, the smile on his face disappeared, replaced by an extremely cold and gloomy look.
"How many people did they come?" Zheng Beichuan asked.
Through the window of the snowmobile, a shadow in the darkness outside the car answered: "Thirty-nine."
"Thirty-nine? Hmm...it turns out that the Qingling Guards of Niyun Pavilion have been dispatched..." Zheng Beichuan quickly understood what the situation was.
"Yes, they are still one kilometer away from here. Do we want to intercept them all?" Shadow asked.
Zheng Beichuan thought for a while and replied: "Let two or three go, and chop the rest into pieces and put them in a picture. This is the best response to them."
The shadow responded: "Yes, I understand."
Looking back, Zheng Beichuan turned back into the old man who loved drinking tea and doing Tai Chi.
But when he sat down again, Zheng Beichuan's face looked a little sad.
He murmured to himself: "Dou Xing... you are still ahead of me after all..."
…
ten hours ago
Tianye Shelter 19
"You want to leave?! Can you leave?" The furious Fu Zicheng seemed to be a different person.
In the past, people in Zhuqi Pavilion thought Fu Zicheng was a quiet but extremely capable man. But Li Douxing's assassination completely angered this lone wolf.
Underneath the gentleman's dress is a fully modified mechanical prosthetic body.
The thrown steel wire drove Fu Zicheng's body smoothly through the complicated terrain, and it also moved at an astonishing speed.
The assassin carrying a long bow thought he had enough time to escape, but he was forced into an unfamiliar alley by Fu Zicheng within a hundred meters.
The alleys in residential areas often lead to unbuilt abandoned passage areas, where the terrain is complex and it is easy to get lost, and some strange disappearances often occur.
The assassin was forced to flee here and was quickly caught up by Fu Zicheng again.
When the distance between the two sides was about a hundred meters, the assassin quickly turned around and shot two arrows. The arrows cut through the dead silence and brought a scarlet arc of light straight towards Fu Zicheng's head and heart.
Fu Zicheng did not dodge, but just used his gun to directly take down the two arrows.
The split arrowhead easily tore off Fu Zicheng's flesh and blood sac, exposing the white bionic bone armor beneath the sac.
The assassin saw it clearly. At that time, he threw away his long bow in anger and ran towards the unknown road at a faster speed. In the complex underground structure like a spider web under the deep, one after another, one behind the other.
Running wildly.
Finally, after experiencing a scene of you chasing me and escaping, the assassin was driven into a naturally formed culvert by Fu Zicheng. There was no other way to go here. The assassin knew that he could no longer hide, so he stopped.
He stepped down, slowly turned around and pulled out two short knives that looked like moon arcs.
There is a flickering light inside the culvert. Although it is gray, it is not completely black.
After Fu Zicheng pursued him here, he first scanned the airtightness of the entire space to make sure that the assassin had no chance of escaping, and then he tore off the coat that had already been broken into catkins and the bloody flesh and skin bag.
Fu Zicheng, who manifests himself in a purely mechanical form, is just like the out-of-control omnic butler in "Public Enemy". Although his body is still designed according to human mechanisms, no part of his body is as fragile as ordinary humans.
He calmly stared at the masked assassin and asked slowly: "Did Niyun Pavilion send you here?"
The assassin sneered, then pointed to his head and said: "They are all pretending here. If you have the ability, come and get them?"
As soon as he finished speaking, the assassin struck preemptively. He suddenly rushed forward, like an arrow from a string, and brought two sharp arcs straight towards Fu Zicheng.
Fu Zicheng's prosthetic body's pupils instantly split into four, and then he pressed his body down and retreated to avoid the assassin's first blow. At the same time, Fu Zicheng also grabbed the assassin's ankle, but was about to pull it back.
At that moment, the assassin used his other foot to kick Fu Zicheng directly in the face.
Both of them fought with extreme speed and efficiency, leaving no chance for the other party to survive.
But even with such a desperate fight, the winner was still not decided after several minutes.
Although both Fu Zicheng and the mysterious assassin were injured, their lives were not harmed, especially Fu Zicheng, who was a human-like, non-human, ghost-like existence that had undergone comprehensive prosthetic transformation.
Even if the assassin intends to kill him, he may not be able to find his fatal weakness and defeat the enemy with one strike.
After Fu Zicheng broke off one of the assassin's fingers and the assassin cut off half of Fu Zicheng's shoulder, the two of them each stepped back ten meters to distance themselves again.
Although Fu Zicheng was breathing steadily at this time, his body temperature was already close to the upper limit of the life support system, reaching an astonishing 49.8°C. On the other hand, the assassin was not much better...
Ultra-high-intensity close combat leaves no room for every blow. For a warrior, if the battle cannot be ended as soon as possible, even with a sufficient amount of combat stimulant reagent, he will suddenly die suddenly due to physical exhaustion.
This mysterious assassin who successfully assassinated Li Douxing from 200 meters away using only a composite longbow was obviously much stronger than the average special warrior. Even though he was not tall and his muscles were not very developed, his body was very well-proportioned.
, when paired together, they can unleash terrifying lethality.
The assassin's face was flushed as his heart rate exceeded 200. No matter what measures he took, he could not suppress his gasping for breath. His hands were trembling and his legs were shaking. In such a high-load battle, he could not last more than two minutes.
, if the winner cannot be determined after two minutes, then he will definitely be consumed by life and death.
In comparison, Fu Zicheng, who was transformed into a prosthetic body, obviously has an advantage. His physical strength and endurance are not comparable to those of ordinary human beings.
Even if his body temperature explodes, Fu Zicheng only needs a short rest before he can fight again, but he is not without weaknesses.
The cost of prosthetic transformation is that Fu Zicheng relies heavily on the sub-morphic energy core built into his body. This core is even more important than the heart in Fu Zicheng's body that is used to maintain life.
However, in order to balance the various indices of the transformed person, the original designers had to make some restrictive compromises on the core benchmarks to prevent the transformed person from losing control or even dying due to excessive excitement.
These restrictive compromises make it impossible for the transformed person to continuously obtain energy from the energy core in the body to support overloaded operations.
In other words... Fu Zicheng also has his limits.
I looked at my surroundings.
The natural culvert is "overgrown" with many stalactites that took tens of thousands, even hundreds of thousands, or millions of years to form. However, after the two people's fight just now, there are only a few intact stalactites that can still be seen here.
Not much.
The assassin sighed: "I really didn't expect to see stalactites at such a high altitude on Tianye No. 19?"
Fu Zicheng was not in the mood to talk or laugh. After his body temperature dropped, he said lightly: "You will die here."
The assassin was stunned when he heard this, then touched his nose and smiled coldly: "It's not bad to sleep here forever."