Chapter 278
Chapter 278! - See Through But Don't Expose It.
Upon hearing Gu Luoyu mentioned the Black Spring Freemasonry, Dr. Na Nali's cheerful expression froze momentarily.
But it lasted only a few seconds before he quickly regained his composure. Others might wonder how Gu Luoyu, who hadn't returned, could know the inside story, but Dr. Na Nali knew better than to judge Erensu by conventional standards!
Since beginning his research on Erensu, Dr. Na Nali had been committed to building a good relationship with her, both to facilitate future research progress and to maintain a friendship with this psychic esper of limitless potential.
Although this idea had repeatedly failed as he interacted with Erensu, his covert observations had revealed the beast-like intuition hidden beneath her surface.
Perhaps Erensu couldn't compare to those geniuses with extraordinary IQs, but her astonishing intuition was often the key to her victories.
Thus, it wasn't surprising that she could reduce the collaboration between the base and the Black Spring Freemasonry.
But still...
Erensu, or rather, Gu Luoyu now, suddenly preparing cooperation regarding an oceanic expedition, what did she mean by that?
It couldn't be what he was thinking!
At this thought, Dr. Na Nali couldn't help but frown. The next second, his gaze shifted to Ye Sheng.
He quickly asked, “Ms. Ye Sheng, you must know the Black Spring Freemasonry is not an easy organization to deal with. Even though the base is about to collaborate with them, I must remind you, this oceanic expedition is a grueling task. Nobody is willing to wade into these troubled waters.”
In fact, the base authorities had already decided on forced deployment, sparing no effort to ensure the success of this collaboration.
Originally, Gu Luoyu's name was on the list, after all, an esper without backing was, by any measure, a sturdy and durable “good tool.” If damaged, it wouldn't matter, since she was an “ownerless object.”
But when Gu Luoyu suddenly transformed into Erensu, the course of events changed immediately. With the research institute's intervention, no matter how much the upper echelons of the base insisted, it was futile. The institute would never allow such a precious research subject as Erensu to face any possibility of danger!
Thus, when Dr. Na Nali sensed Gu Luoyu's intention to jump into the fire herself, he immediately tried to pull Ye Sheng onto the same side, hoping to increase the chances of persuading Gu Luoyu.
After all, Ye Sheng was Gu Luoyu's partner, there must be affection between them, and she wouldn't want to see her partner take risks.
Unfortunately, contrary to Dr. Na Nali's expectations, after hearing his words, Ye Sheng nodded vigorously in agreement, only to say the exact opposite, “I also think the Black Spring Freemasonry is full of schemes, so once we set off, I'll keep a close eye on them and won't give them any to cause trouble!”
“...”
Dr. Na Nali felt a headache coming on.
He had thought only Gu Luoyu was stubborn, but now she was bringing her partner along too!
What was this?
Did they think this was some game? That was an extremely dangerous human-exclusion zone! Just the ever-strengthening polluted creatures in the wilderness already had the base on high alert, let alone the boundless ocean.
Who knew how many terrifying monsters lurked in the deep sea? No one could say!
“Dr. Na Nali, I believe you've already guessed, I must go on this oceanic expedition. If you can sign me up, cooperation with the research institute isn't entirely off the table.”
Gu Luoyu faintly at Dr. Na Nali. With her beautiful face, it should have been a delightful sight, but to Dr. Na Nali, it looked like a devil grinning at him.
Chilling!
However, the implicit threat in Gu Luoyu's words made the scales in Dr. Na Nali's heart constantly shift. If he refused, Gu Luoyu might immediately refuse further research cooperation...
But if he agreed, this oceanic expedition was a life-threatening venture. If Gu Luoyu died at sea, her agreement to cooperate would be useless.
Caught in this dilemma, Dr. Na Nali's face twisted in frustration, making it hard to reach a decision.
After a long silence, Dr. Na Nali finally looked up at Gu Luoyu and cautiously asked, “Before I give my answer, Gu Luoyu, could you demonstrate your current abilities? I need to make a proper assessment.”
“Of course.”
Hearing Gu Luoyu's immediate agreement, Dr. Na Nali quietly sobbed in relief.
No longer troubled, he decided to assess first and discuss the rest later. He quickly led Gu Luoyu to the underground - 36th floor of the research institute, a special level dedicated to testing espers' abilities.
However, due to the institute's confidentiality protocols, aside from Dr. Na Nali and Gu Luoyu, Ye Sheng wasn't permitted entry. To enter the - 36th floor, she will need to submit a special application.
The approval process alone would take who knew how long, so Ye Sheng lazily shook her head and declined.
After all, it was just a power test, it wasn't as if she didn't know Gu Luoyu's abilities. Besides, her absence would make it easier for Gu Luoyu to... ahem, persuade Dr. Na Nali to agree.
Ye Sheng wasn't a fool, she had already seen through Gu Luoyu's act in front of her. And now that Gu Luoyu had revealed her true identity, while rumors might be unreliable, Erensu's reputation was clearly not fabricated but widely recognized.
There was even documented evidence.
But Ye Sheng happened to like Gu Luoyu's pretense. It wasn't some fundamental mistake, it was simply because of her concern for Ye Sheng that this vicious wolf retracted her claws and fangs, pretending to be a gentle, clingy big dog in front of her.
It was kind of adorable.
So... see through but don't expose it.
Praising Ye Sheng's “understanding,” Dr. Na Nali then led Gu Luoyu into the elevator heading underground, while Ye Sheng remained on the sofa. Bored and having been away from the base for a while, she opened the Esper Network forum to see if there was any fresh gossip.
However, the research institute was located in the inner city, and the temporary groups she had joined before were all from the outer city, now grayed out and inaccessible.
The friend function still worked, but Ye Sheng had no intention of chatting with her old acquaintance, the information broker Molin. Mainly because Gu Luoyu's exposed identity had made things a bit complicated for her.
Better to wait a while!
Thinking this, Ye Sheng randomly joined a chat group in the inner city. The moment she clicked, the messages inside made her eyes widen in shock.
【Netian】: Big news, big news! The long-missing Erensu has finally returned, and she might have a secret love child! Photo evidence included!!!
【Netian】: Image.jpg.