Overturned Tower

Russell was still confused by this unexpected situation until he got on the floating vehicle.

The vitality idol I saw yesterday turned into a suspected demon after just one night...

Speaking of which, he had a good impression of Xiao Liuli.

Because she gave Russell a feeling of "strong inside".

Xiao Liuli's skin looks fair and smooth, and a considerable part of her body is exposed, but the characteristics of the prosthetic body, such as circuit board traces and interface slots, are almost invisible... However, with Russell's professional eyesight, he only needs to glance over to see It is known that she has a fairly high degree of transformation.

At least [-]% of her body is man-made—for example, her gorgeous iridescent long hair, which cannot be achieved by dyeing her hair at all.

A very simple inference is that... the elves are the known rulers of this world.If the prosthetic body modification really has no negative effects and is only good for the implanter as they advertise, then it is only reasonable that all elves should undergo a super-high level of prosthetic body modification.

The truth is, however, that all elves have minimal prosthetic implants.

That's not even considered prosthetic modification, it's just implantation.

The normal prosthetic body transformation is to remove the original parts, and then implant various types of civilian prosthetic bodies from the prosthetic doctor, do a good job of neural connection, and write the chip synchronization permissions.

Although "prosthetic body assembly and maintenance" is professional, it sounds a bit like "excavator maintenance".

But it is actually a high-tech specialty involving neural micromanipulation and chip permission writing.

Too many body parts converted into prosthetics will cause a certain degree of mental stress in itself.

According to one view of psionics, the location of the soul corresponds to the body.One possibility that the elves did not master psionic powers is because they did not cut off the original body.

Only when the original body is lost and the prosthetic body is assembled, the brain has the intuition of "my body is missing", but when it is confirmed, it will feel the illusion of "the body does exist". The sense of confusion will stimulate the activation of spirituality.The soul that was originally imprisoned in the body could not help but wake up, and stretched out the tentacles of perception from the cut wound.

Just like the injured part of the human body, it may become cancerous due to long-term stimulation.

Cutting off a certain part of the body and refitting it into a prosthetic body in the early childhood stage is the pre-preparation for awakening psionic power.

Russell also heard that some sky islands emphasize the philosophical concept of "perfect body" and advocate the implantation of prosthetic bodies instead of modification... Of course, this is mainly to imitate those who are "born noble" and have a more noble status. elf.

They do what the elves do.In this way, "perfection" is imitated.

——But it is true that none of them can awaken psionic power.

This is an example of the "spiritual overflow" doctrine.

In general, a safe retrofit threshold is one quarter.

Just like those "personal guards" who defended Xiao Liuli, that level of prosthetic modification would cause a serious mental burden.

It's like when some people sleep, their bodies can't help shaking to check if you have a fart.If the original body is lost too much, this instinctive stimulation will become stronger.

Even Russell sometimes has this delusion.His left arm is a prosthetic body, so he can complete complex tasks without getting sour, and he will not tire when carrying heavy objects.

When Russell was working or exercising, only the right side of his body felt fatigued, while the left side felt nothing.This sense of asymmetry also makes him sometimes unable to resist punching the wall with his left arm, using pain to confirm the existence of the left arm.

Those bodyguards in black became silent because of this.

Xiao Liuli's prosthetic body is no worse than theirs, but her words are full of enthusiasm, and her pupils as clear as glass seem to be shining.

This is enough to prove her inner strength.

But such a person, now...

"'Suspected devil' is not necessarily a devil."

The poor driver in the driver's seat glanced through the rearview mirror at Russell who was huddled in a corner of the back seat, frowning in thought, and couldn't help emphasizing: "It may also be a familiar demon controlled by a demon, or simply People who are being attacked, it's all possible."

"……I see."

Russell nodded slowly, and straightened up: "That's why I have to wear ordinary clothes, right?"

If Xiao Liuli is the devil himself, Russell will not reveal the identity of the "Special Executive Department".

If she was the party controlled and attacked by the demon, Russell's appearance and approach would not make the mastermind behind the scenes vigilant.

"Although you can't get access to this information yet... Xiao Liuli knows me and Delphinium. We can't contact her directly, and we can only rely on you to conduct preliminary investigations.

"I can't accompany you at any time. In order to prevent you from misjudging, I will tell you the specific information here."

The inferior made a low voice while driving: "Xiao Liuli submitted the 'happiness test' two days ago. This means that her psychic traces have been polluted two days ago.

"If she is a demon, then she should have developed at least the strength of level three psychic power by now. If she is a familiar, probably part of her subconscious mind has been controlled; if she is attacked by a demon, then at most two days later, she will The memory is modified or the cognition is distorted. If you find the devil immediately, you can save her. But remember not to startle the snake. It is very difficult to completely save the "patient zero". You have to get used to this kind of cognition ...can you understand what I'm trying to say?"

"……I see."

Russell nodded with a heavy heart: "You mean, give priority to chasing down demons... rather than saving victims."

If she was a victim, it would have been impossible to save her intact.So don't worry too much.

"Not bad, hero."

The indifferent voice of the inferior sounded: "Very enlightened. This is very good."

"--but."

Russell interrupted: "I still want to try."

"You know what you're talking about, don't you?"

"I just want to say... just in case. It's impossible to save the devil or the familiar, but if it's just being attacked, there is still a chance that it can be saved."

Russell's voice became softer, but his expression became firm: "I just want to try. In case she is just attacked..."

The more he spoke, the lower his voice became, and finally disappeared directly.

The inferior did not make any reply to Russell's words.

There was silence in the floating vehicle for several minutes.

Afterwards, the inferior skipped the topic and said in a low voice: "According to the real-time location information of Xiao Liuli's chip, she is currently in the Hive Nightclub. Think for yourself about who you should be, and I won't help you .

"If you need help, go under any camera and talk to the camera. Delphinium will back you up, and she will leave messages on visible devices near you.

"As for me--"

Having said that, the bad guy stopped the car.

This is the depths of a dark alley.

After the underdog turned on the stealth mode, the color of the floating car almost blended with the surroundings.

Although it was less than one street away from the Hive Nightclub, passers-by on the street would definitely not notice that Russell got off his floating car.

"I parked the car here."

The inferior said, exhaled slowly, raised his right arm back, and put his palm up in front of Russell's eyes, exposing the data interface on his wrist.

He glanced at Russell.

There was no emotion in those cold and indifferent pupils.

"You haven't given a code name yet, let's add a temporary friend. Remember, if you are in danger, call me for help as soon as possible.

"As long as you are within 300 meters, I can save you."

"……it is good."

Russell thought to himself, you still haven't said whether my previous idea works or not.

Is this the leader's unique "you can figure it out" series of responses?

Although thinking so in his mind, Russell kept moving his hands.He still pulled out a data cable from the prosthetic body on his left arm and connected it to the interface on the inferior's right wrist.

【Please select the access mode】

- Conservative mode.

Russell clicks on this default link mode.

[The access side sets the connection rule to -conservative mode]

[This physical link will not unlock data exchange permissions]

[This physical connection will not unlock administrator privileges]

After that, Russell saw the inferior business card for the first time——

Shabby Power User

【Tianen Group】Deputy Minister of Executive Department, Member of Special Executive Department

Served as [Tianen Group] Minister of Security Department, [Tianen Group] Deputy Director of Human Resources Department

"... Saby?"

Russell's expression was a little subtle, and he couldn't help but pronounce the name.

Because of the knowledge he shouldn't have mastered... When the name is pronounced, there will always be homonyms with rather strange meanings.

--Um?

Russell was taken aback suddenly.

He suddenly noticed that the authority of the inferior is actually a high authority.

But almost everyone he has added as friends... except for Amirus and his elf mentor, none of them have this permission... After the name, it is replaced by "active".

In case of death, the label will be changed to "Deleted".

Or is it because the inferiors joined the Special Executive Department?

Well, that's an easy question.As long as you add a friend with Delphinium, you should be able to get confirmation...

"--hurry up!"

The inferior reprimanded impatiently: "What are you studying there?!"

"Immediately, immediately..."

Russell responded repeatedly.

When he clicked the [Follow] button, it directly changed to the state of [Mutual Follow].

Russell was then kicked out of the car.

He straightened his clothes.

Russell stood in the dark alley, carefully thinking about what kind of mood he should adjust to and what kind of attitude he should take to meet Xiao Liuli.

Afterwards, he rubbed his face vigorously, kneading his expression into the desired shape like plasticine, and finally left the narrow alley.

Chapter 28 Mr. Bouncy

Before entering the Hive nightclub, Russell was still worried about Xiao Liuli's current situation.

——To be precise, when Russell heard that "Xiao Liuli is in a nightclub" from the mouth of the inferior, he couldn't help but worry and feel righteous indignation for her.

In the Tianen Group, where the entertainment industry is king, Xiao Liuli transformed more than half of her body into a prosthetic body for beautification. This is probably not as simple as working as a reporter, but for the goal of being an "idol" from the very beginning.

Considering the huge cost of prosthetic body transformation, and the cyberpsychosis that may be caused by high-intensity cyber transformation, it is likely that she did not transform herself... but there is someone behind her who is silently funding and supporting her.

Such support certainly cannot be given in vain.

Then she might be a plaything... or a prop for someone big.

Her prosthetic eye, which can steal photos with extremely high resolution, may have been funded and transformed by the big man behind her.The purpose is to infiltrate other important figures, use one's own body to secretly film and record some criminal evidence or important information, to bring down someone.

After all, the business wars on TV and in novels are all played out in this way—otherwise, if it is just for "beauty", there is no need to install such an expensive prosthetic eye.

It's impossible for the rich man behind her to help her transform with the idea of ​​"expensive is beautiful", right?

However, such worries completely dissipated immediately after Russell entered the Hive nightclub——

The nightclub in Russell's impression should be the kind of drinking and singing place that looks resplendent and solemn, either with gold bricks or marble.However, the first feeling that the Honeycomb Nightclub gave him was more like a black Internet cafe and an underground game hall.

After entering the arena, it is a gorgeous color scheme with a very cyber feeling.In the blue, red, green, and purple intertwined and flickering lights, there is a very long corridor.

A huge doll with an exaggerated smile popped up on the right hand side of the door, holding a box and bowing and beckoning to himself.

It's like the kind of slow and clumsy giant cute thing that often appears in shopping malls for promotional activities.But the difference is that this thing isn't cute at all - it's roughly where the head is, with lots of curly hair in a weird Mediterranean hairstyle, ugly features, and a fat body.The facial features try to squeeze out a flattering ugly smile, and the wide open mouth is reminiscent of a clown.

When he saw Russell coming in from the door, he immediately bounced from the side.Holding the box in his hand, he blocked Russell's way.

When Russell entered the door and saw such an ugly thing, he was startled and shivered all over.

He looked at it for a while before realizing that it was a living person in a puppet costume.

... Absolutely, whose mascot is such a hell?

Generally speaking, isn't this kind of puppet costume cute?This is good, the underworld looks like it just came out of the dressing room of the Tokyo Olympics...