It's the cyber age now, and you're still playing traditional villains?

Whenever something happens, just say "yes, yes, yes", you will always be right.

“However, although the engineering department has expanded, it is still somewhat short of staff.”

Xu Shi continued, "So, for this single project, Director Jiang alone is powerless."

"Then, after discussion, I hope to hand this matter over to someone else."

"Uncle Lin, you take charge, okay?"

He looked at Lin Wenhua and asked sincerely.

"……I?"

Lin Wenhua didn't react for a moment after hearing this, and it took him a long while to come back to his senses, "I...I'll just forget it, okay?"

Not only was he surprised, everyone else was equally surprised and wondered if there was something wrong with their ears.

After all, everyone knows that Xu Shi and Lin Wenhua are two forces competing with each other, and Lin Wenhua has become somewhat sluggish after several blows.

What does it mean that Xu Shi chose to entrust such an important project to him at this critical juncture?

Most people subconsciously considered the issue of checks and balances. Was it because they were worried that Jiang Chengcheng would become too popular, so they wanted to give her a proper warning? But that shouldn't be the case. Xu Shi promoted the girl himself, so logically, he shouldn't have to do this...

But the fact is that the deployment at today's meeting basically did not involve her, and there was even a hint of excluding her from the original team.

Everyone is a little confused and can only say that you should not try to guess what the leader is thinking.

However, Lin Wenhua had a sharp eye and immediately realized what Xu Shi meant.

Is this a deliberate attempt to push himself onto the fire?

After all, he doesn't have any advantage in this regard, but with the title of general person in charge, he can't be separated from the responsibility if something goes wrong... Well, this kid, he is helping me on the surface, but in fact, he is probably hoping that something goes wrong for me.

But after careful analysis, he has to accept this job. His current position in the company is already precarious. Even if this incident did not happen, he would have fallen sooner or later.

tsk...

"If that's the case, then I promise to complete the task and live up to Director Xu's expectations."

After thinking it over, Lin Wenhua agreed.

"Then I'll leave it to Uncle Lin."

Xu Shi smiled and nodded, glancing at Su Lin intentionally or unintentionally.

I said so.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 133: Learn to meow like a kitten!

Just as Xu Shi expected, knowing that it might be a trap set for him, after weighing the pros and cons, Lin Wenhua still took on the task of developing the chip.

The old man's current predicament is not only reflected in the "Snake Ring". What's worse is that his external connections are of no use.

For example, the governor of the city hall, Yue Chizheng. This old man originally had a good relationship with him. With him encouraging him from outside, he could get many things done with twice the result with half the effort.

But something has been wrong recently. Not to mention that I have something to ask him, Yue Chizheng would avoid me even if I simply asked him out for dinner or a drink. He avoids me like the plague.

Lin Wenhua knew that this must be because Xu Shi, this brat, had been in the limelight recently and had single-handedly promoted the acceptance of the "Forgotten", which had brought huge benefits to the entire city. Now, because he had offended him, Yue Chizheng might not do such a thing even if he had Alzheimer's disease.

But what he didn't know was that the more important reason was that Xu Shi had found him privately and showed him something.

Of course, it is those things obtained from "Disger", the shameful special hobbies of the bosses in Night City.

Among them was Yue Zhizheng.

"Governor Yue, you don't want others to know that you like young girls and even pulled out their teeth, right?"

This is what Mr. Xu said at the time.

Of course, he didn't look at those data bricks just for entertainment. There are so many ways to entertain himself, so why would he need this? The main purpose is to screen and select valuable political and business officials from them, which would be considered as having leverage over them.

To be honest, Zhang Shijun definitely didn't keep these things because he wanted to keep something to hold against him. Although the ruler of the Sixth District seems to be in a glorious position, his status and position is actually not that high... He simply kept it as a reference so that he could lick the financial sponsors more comfortably.

Anyone who dares to threaten them with this will be digging their own grave.

This is also why after he got these things, he also deliberately guided Lin Yue not to think in this direction. If the assassin girl really did such a stupid thing, no one would be able to save her. For her, the value of these data bricks can only be traded with Ding Jun.

But it would be different if it was him. He would not have so many concerns when using it. After all, the biggest battlefield for sex scandals is the media, and who controls the media? Qi Maoyang! Or in other words, "imaginary numbers."

The relationship between the two families is so good now. How can Qi Maoyang not help with such a matter? If he helps, it means that the two major financial groups are joining forces to deal with you. Anyone would have to weigh the weight of this.

But then again, the process is not important, what is important is the result.

The fact is that Lin Wenhua is now truly defeated, his connections to the outside world have all been cut off, and his few cyborg secret guards are no threat to Xu Shi, and 1557 who escaped last time has not been found yet...

The only thing you can show off seems to be seniority, but no one will care about you if you only talk about seniority.

If this continues, there is only the possibility that he will be slowly worn down to death by Xu Shi.

Only by taking on this matter can there be a glimmer of hope, that is, through this matter he can stock up on some useful goods, and if he can get them, his reputation will be restored. Moreover, no matter what, as the person in charge, if the second phase chip can pass through his hands, it is an opportunity for him to regain a bargaining chip.

"Then I wish the project success. Thank you for your hard work, Uncle Lin."

Xu Shi nodded meaningfully. After discussing the serious matters, it was time to finish the discussion.

There was harmony in the meeting room.

Outside the door, Shen Qin, who was listening to the conversation inside, had an expression that changed slightly.

In fact, the sound insulation of the conference room is not that bad, but she is an A-level "Upgrader" and her five senses are much sharper than those of ordinary people.

So she couldn't help but wonder, who is this Lin Wenhua?

She endured the humiliation and joined the "Snake Ring", of course not to stand guard here like playing house.

From an outsider's perspective, it is natural for the "Forgotten Ones" to feel resentful because they have to live under someone else's roof in order to protect themselves. However, it would be quite unwise to think about something else because of this resentment.

If she is really just "Nan Qian", then we really shouldn't think about all these nonsense.

But she is Shen Qin. No matter what, this should not be her end. She must find a way to find an opportunity and use all possible means to get rid of her enemy Xu Shi - not only for her brother, but also for the other "forgotten ones"... Well, it is true that her brother's matter is more important, but that is the truth.

To take it step by step just means to take it step by step, it does not mean not to take it step by step.

The meeting inside clearly made her smell something. It sounded like the two of them were not getting along? This seemed like an opportunity to try...

But unfortunately, she didn't know much about the internal contents of this "snake ring" and some things were still unclear, so she couldn't act rashly.

"Team Leader Xia..."

She subconsciously called out Xia Wuyou.

"..."

Xia Wuyou did not answer, but put his finger to his lips and gave her a serious gesture to keep quiet.

The responsibilities of the Field Service Department are to perform some armed escort security work externally, and they also have internal responsibilities, such as standing guard.

The most important thing is not to listen or think about it, let alone say it. Shen Qin can hear it, but Xia Wuyou can't? But if you discuss this matter, it's over the line. Just keep it to yourself.

Even if she and Xu Shi had some private relationship, they should keep things separate and focus on their work and keep their mouth shut.

Shen Qin came back to his senses, smiled apologetically, fanned his mouth with his hand, and said no more.

She also realized that she had said something out of turn. The so-called duties and rules are one thing, but the most important thing is that you definitely cannot ask Xia Wuyou, even asking indirectly will not do... She has a special relationship with Xu Shi, so isn't this just trying to arouse suspicion?

Thinking of this, she felt a little scared, but at the same time she was wondering why she would do such an unwise thing.

I'm afraid it's really the influence of Xu Shi's ability... I was a little overwhelmed by one careless move. His ability is really hard to guard against.

This also made her realize that she might have to speed up her actions, and delaying anything would only hurt herself.

Shen Qin calmed down silently.

……

The words are divided into two parts.

After completing the deployment and ending the meeting, Xu Shi finally had some free time.

It can’t be said that I’m too idle, but it’s no problem to go back home.

"...Wow! Xu Shi, you finally know how to go home?!"

The door opened, and Gu Yi's voice of surprise but a little bit of complaint greeted them.

That's right. Xu Shi rarely came back these days, and Su Lin didn't come back either... Little Black Rabbit was the only one in the huge house, and she felt like she was all alone in her empty room.

If it were the previous situation, she would probably be so happy that she would die. It would be better if she could just ignore the bastard Xu and never come back. But now it is different. Without seeing him, Gu Yi feels empty and like a kitten is scratching her heart.

In fact, I can see him by making a video call, but being able to see him but not touch him is just some consolation. How can it be better than having him in person?

Do you understand the value of silver, ahem, stigmata? (doge)

"I didn't expect you to turn my house into a pigsty."

Xu Shi did not reject her embrace, but he still teased her.

"Can't you say nice things?"

Upon hearing this, Miss Black Rabbit angrily hit him hard on the chest with her head.

"Then I'm really sorry."

Xu Shi slapped her on the head, without any apology in his tone.

"…Forget it, if you play games with me, I'll forgive you."

Gu Yi was keenly aware that she would get nothing good out of this, so she tactfully changed the subject.

"Okay."

Xu Shi nodded. He had promised her before, so he should do what he said.

I am the most trustworthy person!

If we were to say what Gu Yi wanted to play with Xu Shi, it would naturally be the most popular "God's Arrival" in the City of Night Sin.

This is an open-world adventure game developed by an unknown company, where the chosen ones will...

Xu Shi was also an old player before. Although he had never played this game before, he got the hang of it quickly.

As he played, he felt a familiar feeling, as if it was the extremely popular game in his previous life...

Yes, that’s right, it’s “Give Her Love”.

He even recalled the days when he used to print out cheat codes and memorize them. Wow, he knew them better than his English textbooks.

I have to say that the game itself is quite well made. Not only is there a regular version, but players can also use special gaming helmets to experience the joy of the game in an immersive way.

Including sensory feedback...this is a bit like uploading consciousness.

The fact is that this technology is not as advanced as imagined. At least from Xu Shi's perspective, this is not a true consciousness uploading, like in The Matrix where you plug a tube in and live in it for the rest of your life without having to worry about eating, drinking, defecating or urinating.

But it is undeniable that this provides a certain degree of concealment for the game. Many gray or even illegal transactions can be easily carried out here. Think about it, in the original book, didn’t Shen He often use such channels to convey information to other people in the organization?

It does have its merits.

But maybe it's because he's really getting old. Even so, the pleasure that the game can bring him is really not as much as before. Although he admits that this thing is attractive, he doesn't have the same enthusiasm as Gu Yi.

Of course, difference in identity is also a very important factor.

The workers in Night Crime City love this game, mostly because they can do many things in it that they cannot do at other times - killing people at the slightest disagreement, enjoying luxury cars and beautiful women, and making hundreds of millions of game coins... But for him, these things seem to be achievable in reality?

If you just pursue virtuality, naturally you will not have much interest in it.

Instead, it was Gu Yi in her arms who aroused her interest more.

Yes.

The two people's postures while playing games are very ambiguous.

Xu Shi was sitting on the lazy sofa, half lying lazily, while Gu Yi was sitting between his legs, half lying in his arms.

The height difference between the two is just enough so as not to block the view.

And today, Miss Black Rabbit is also dressed very cutely.

She was wearing a light blue silk nightgown, thin white over-the-knee socks, cat-ear headphones, and her hair was loose, giving off a very stay-at-home girl vibe.

This is completely different from her previous bad street style... She has indeed changed a lot. It seems that after I reminded her intentionally or unintentionally, she has also paid special attention to her appearance.

It might be better if she didn't speak so sweetly... But Xu Shi had to admit that it seemed that only Gu Yi was like this, not caring about her own words and deeds, and occasionally saying some weird words.