"When you feel like you're all set, you can come back again and ask me to close the Umbrella." The computer said in its characteristic electronically synthesized voice, "Of course, you can ask me to turn it off now." After all, you are a 'pathfinder' and you have this right. ”

In an instant, countless thoughts passed through Tianxiang's mind. He was thinking about which method he should adopt in order to find the most suitable method for his own people's current situation. Finally after he had made up his mind, he looked up at the computer. "Wait a minute, I still have something to ask you. Or maybe I want to get some other help from you. ”

"Please."

"I need a complete picture of Executor 53 and the genetic synthesis table that was used to make them in the first place."

"Yes." "And all the information about the polluters."

"Polluter?" The computer couldn't help but wonder: "What? Have you ever encountered such a creature? ”

"Not bad."

"How is this possible?" The computer was a little surprised: "According to satellite observations, this creature is only distributed in the Americas. As for the "polluters" who infiltrated Asia during the Great War, they have all been wiped out. Therefore it is absolutely impossible. ”

"I'm telling the truth." Tianxiang Zhengse said: "Now I still have a few corpses of "polluters" in my hands. ”

"It can't be." The computer quickly retorted, "There's absolutely no way that creature will leave any corpses, and the only way to kill them is to smash them." "Not bad." Tianxiang hurriedly said: "I mean, I once had several corpses similar to polluters in a cold cold storage."

"Frozen?" The computer asked with interest, "This is a good way to deal with them, and I can give you the information. You'll have to give me one of these frozen corpses, though. After all, for this creature . I don't know much more than you, I'm afraid."" No problem. When I get back, I'll arrange for someone to transport it right away. A subtle smile appeared at the corner of Tianxiang's mouth: "Then what else can I get from you?" ”

"What more could you want?" The tone of the "Zhilong No. 1" answer is quite interesting. "What can you give me?" Tianxiang did not answer, but cleverly changed the status of the questioners and answerers.

"I see what you mean." The computer said slowly, "But my answer may be very disappointing to you." In fact. I couldn't have been more helpful to you than a few inconsequential pieces. In particular, substantive material assistance is not enough. ”

"Just because I didn't get your admission?" Tianxiang asked rhetorically. "Yes." The computer's tone was a little helpless: "To be honest, I also have feelings for your current situation. I knew I wanted to help. But you have to know that the original program limited my ......"

"I understand." Tianxiang waved his hand and interrupted the computer's words: "What you mean is that I can have everything except material assistance in a practical sense. Is that so? ”

"Not bad." "That'll do." A sinister smile flashed across Tianxiang's face after the conspiracy succeeded: "I know you should have something called a portable solar computer here. I'd like a few if I could, or maybe one."

"That can't be." The computer said in an irrefutable tone: "I have already said" "I can't give any material help, I understand." Before it could finish speaking, Tianxiang rushed to say: "But if I need to get in touch with you at any time, I will get the necessary information and help from you." Shouldn't that be considered a violation of the original program's limitations? ”

"Of course not."

"Huh! Case. Providing a small laptop computer isn't a foul either. Tianxiang smiled: "Because all I need is the information contained in it." The computer didn't speak, and it could be seen that it was making its own judgment on the two very different but completely consistent claims. Eventually, Tianxiang was satisfied to hear the electronic synthesis voice with a slight hesitation.

"Your request...... Can be satisfied. However, only one is available. "One is enough." In fact, Tianxiang himself did not expect that his request would be agreed. You know, when this idea first crossed his mind a few minutes ago, he didn't think that there would be a chance of success. He did so purely by gambling. After all, the computer says that it has the same genes as its maker.

Soon, in a mechanical crash, a small door was split from the top of the control room, and two mechanical arms flashing with silver-white light intersected with each other, holding a ten-centimeter-square portable computer and handing it to Tianxiang. "Here's what you want." Somehow, Tianxiang seems to feel that the voice of the computer always sounds inexplicably happy and excited: "Relying on two high-capacity batteries to work or relying on self-absorption of solar energy is enough to maintain daily operation." You can use it to keep in touch with me at any time. That way, you'll need to re-enter the base and won't be blocked by the guards outside. ”

"Don't worry, I'll be back." Tianxiang took the computer that had not yet been turned on and quickly pinned it to his waist. Chong "Zhilong No. 1" smiled and said, "I'm going to come back and take what should belong to me." "What? You've decided to close the umbrella?" The computer was a little surprised.

"That's for later." Tianxiang didn't answer, but asked, "That's right. I need a detailed account of the causes of the War of Destruction."

"I'm sorry, your request can't be met." The computer bluntly said: "This part of the data is recorded in the blank space. There is no explanation for it either."" How so? Tianxiang was surprised: "The No. 2 computer also said so, I thought it was ......"

"It didn't lie. It's really impossible to determine what you're looking for in the memory bank. Tianxiang stopped talking. In fact. He had a premonition about the computer's answer. In the past 20 years, I have discovered and searched for more than 100 ancient ruins. However, in all the surviving documents that can be found, there is no record of the true cause of the destruction of the battlefield. Even a tattered diary found in an abandoned energy field could only be found with words like: "They're not people, they're intruders......".

This is what I imagined when I was in the diary record of the hope base. "Or is this a breakthrough?" Tianxiang thought of this, and couldn't help but say: "Then can you find information about the "invader" here? ”

"Nope."

"What about the Sea Clan's land information? There should be, right? Tianxiang was a little unwilling.

"Yes, but your authority is not enough. It cannot be accessed. "The computer's answer was extremely cold." Hell, this damn permission isn't enough. What exactly is a reasonable permission? Is it to get your approval? Tianxiang waved his fists angrily. It's not the first time he's encountered something like this. More than a decade ago, another computer running out of energy at another current military base rejected his request for the same reason.

"Nope." The computer's answer was unexpected: "Even if you get my admission, you still won't be able to get the required permissions." "Oh?" Tianxiang was a little curious: "So, how should I get higher authority."

"Evolution."

"Evolution?" Tianxiang was a little puzzled: "How to evolve?" I don't know. There is not enough information to answer. The computer said helplessly: "This answer is the only explanation that the maker left in my memory bank." According to him, only after reaching a higher standard of evolution can humanity change its current situation and recreate a new civilization. ”

"What are the criteria for evolution?" "I don't know. The Maker has said that my mission is to help gain more power and power for the "Pathfinders" I recognize. As for access to the highest profile. There is no significant criterion. All I know is that your evolution has not met this requirement at the moment. ”

"Understood." Tianxiang nodded thoughtfully: "Then can you grant me a request?" "Please."

"Please do not identify any "Pathfinder" until I have your acknowledgement. ”

"I see what you mean." The computer smiled unexpectedly: "It's up to you." ”

"Oh?" Tianxiang was a little puzzled. "The purpose of the vigilant robot is to stop unidentified outsiders from destroying me. If you're up to the task, I'd like to."

"No problem. From now on, there won't be a second Pathfinder in front of you besides me." Tianxiang smiled thoughtfully: "It seems that so far, there is only so much I have been able to get from you." The computer did not speak, and answered the inquiry affirmatively in silence.

"In that case, I should worry about something else. You are right, it is very difficult to change a world that has lost the sun for 600 years. ”

With that, Tianxiang turned around and walked out of the central control room. Just as he stepped out of the door, the green electronic lock that had been opened automatically returned to its original red color again. "Brother! What do you think? Tianrou and the others, who were anxiously waiting outside, suddenly greeted them in surprise.

"There is good news and bad news. But in general, the good ones outweigh the bad ones. Tianxiang smiled and patted his sister on the shoulder: "Order Xia Dong to let his second combat division be stationed on the spot from today." The defense area under its jurisdiction is centered on this building. No one is forbidden to approach without my orders. Violators will be killed. ”

Tianrou didn't speak, just sent out a silent wave of inquiry to Tianxiang with some concern. "I'll explain that later." After briefly responding to his sister's question, Tianxiang turned to several cronies around him and said, "Immediately send a notice to the main persons in charge of each base and city, asking them to rush to Dragon City as quickly as possible." Tell them to put down all the work at hand. Disobedience is not allowed under any pretext. ”

The Supreme Territory Order leaves no room for doubt. Just when Tianxiang and the others were waiting to return to Dragon City as quickly as possible, silent radio waves were also flowing around in the sky. Carrying the will of the extortion, they galloped towards their respective destinations. Two days later, when Tianxiang stepped down from a hydrogen-powered imposing car, the wide city receiving field was already full of bustling people.

"Are you all here?" Looking at the smiling face that greeted the ground leaf battle wind, Tianxiang nodded slightly in response, and then asked.

"It's here, it's all here." Zhan Feng patted Tianxiang on the shoulder. hugged it and leaned closer to his ear: "I said, shouldn't you pay for a treat?" Why?" Tianxiang glared at him dissatisfied.

"Hey, hey, hey—" After a burst of laughter that was obviously treacherous, Zhan Feng glanced at Tianxiang from the corner of his eye: "My son will be full moon the day after tomorrow." Should you give me a big gift? ”

"Your son?" Tianxiang was shocked and angry: "Your son is almost four years old, and what kind of full moon is there?" You're crazy about money, you bastard, and you've hit me with this idea. Believe it or not...... "No imagination at all. Zhan Feng shook his head rather dissatisfied: "Who told you that my four-year-old eldest son is going to celebrate the full moon?" You're afraid you'll be dizzy after eating too much worm meat! ”

"Your eldest son...... Could it be ...... You kid made another one? Tianxiang's eyes widened wider than the insect beast.

"Of course not?" Zhan Feng's face was full of smug smiles. "It's unreasonable!" Tianxiang lamented: "How can this be? Obviously, I got married first among you, but why do you get more little guys than one? What a world! ”

"Don't talk too much, come to my house for dinner the day after tomorrow, and remember to bring the money. Don't say I didn't remind you that when you can save the time, a big patriarch can't get a single child out of it and make people laugh. As he spoke, Zhan Feng smiled to himself, and pulled Tianxiang into the meeting hall in the center of the city. It is a sturdy building. It's not beautiful on the outside, and it can't be equated with words like majestic and magnificent, but in any case, it is the central command hub of the entire city. There are powerful fire points hidden under the metal covers around them, and there are camouflage projectiles that seem to be ordinary but actually hide a large number of missiles. and fifty improved "Destroyer" heavy tanks in the underground arsenal as the last defensive force. All of this makes it possible for outsiders who want to enter or destroy this place to be doomed to smash their heads and bled in the face of such force. "That's the way it is." After briefly introducing the information obtained from Base 1, Tianxiang raised his fists on the smooth table, propped his body up, looked around at everyone present, and said loudly and clearly: "To be honest, I didn't expect such a result myself."

"Time time" Qin Guang muttered, gently tapping the empty desktop with his slightly curved fingers: "So, what do you mean, you still want to close the umbrella?" Not bad. Tianxiang nodded with great affirmation: "This is not only about our daily energy source. Moreover, it is related to the future development and survival of the entire human race. Seriously, I really don't want to try again in the days when I live in darkness every day like this. In addition, it can save a lot of energy for heating. ”

"But the resulting mass destruction of living things is probably fatal to us." Ou Qin frowned and said, "In this way, at least more than half of the entire clan will starve to death." If it's more serious, I'm afraid we will be wiped out directly. "So this has to be avoided." Xiaotian said: "As long as you are well prepared, I think such a thing can definitely be avoided." I agree with Tianxiang's proposal that the 'Sky Umbrella' must be closed. We must do it, if not for it. Think about it, if we could bring warmth and light back to the earth, at least our children would be able to enjoy what we are doing today. Creatures that were once extinct can also evolve and reproduce as a result. It's definitely worth it for all of it. "Well said." Tianxiang praised: "I admit that the closure of the umbrella will definitely change the overall natural environment of the current earth, and a large number of hunters will also die due to the lack of food. But there will always be a part of the population that will survive, and as long as they exist, humanity will not perish. In a few years, new species will reappear, and humanity will inevitably rebuild a new civilization based on us without the threat of cold and darkness. If that's the case, even if we are dead, then what is there to regret? ”

"Say it! What do you want to do? Xiaotian rubbed his hands excitedly and asked loudly. (Lao Hei has already said that he should pay more attention to the later chapters!) There will be unexpected gains. Lao Hei solemnly declares that this book will not be TJ, let alone anticlimactic. As for the way of writing, each person has his own habits and opinions...... That's it! ）

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