The Scavengers

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This heliport is inside the capital, which saves the trouble of entering the city, and it is very close to the Academy of Sciences.

But Lausanne did not take them to the Academy of Sciences, but to Camp Four in the garrison area.

Interestingly, this Camp No. [-] happens to be at the back gate of the Academy of Sciences.

"...The specific situation is like this. Generally speaking, the current big forces in the capital can be roughly divided into four parts: the mercenary organization of supernatural beings, the capital military region, the upper and lower houses headed by the president, and the Academy of Sciences." Lausanne said all the way , concluded at the end.

Xiao Mo had many questions, "Which part of the force does your garrison belong to? Which part does Bao Yiyong belong to? Who does the special commissioner who came to pick us up belong to?"

Luosang laughed, "You're very smart, and you've asked all three questions to the point. I won't hide it from you, the garrison is mainly about protecting the capital and the chief, and we can be said to be the biggest supporters of President Zhou Fang in a certain way. And General Qiu of your Zhongshan base and our guard commander are close buddies, and they are also supporters of the president."

"It's just the president? Are the House of Commons and the president not of the same mind?" Xiao Mo understood.

Lausanne sighed greatly, "After the catastrophe, many people died in the capital, including ordinary people, and naturally there were also high-ranking officials and rich businessmen. Almost half of the members of the upper and lower houses died, and two of the most important members of the upper house were both presidents. People, since their death, the balance of the House of Lords has begun to tilt, and they support another person to take the position, that is, to pick up the master behind your special commissioner, Ji Ke. The Ji Ke member is currently in charge of the work of supernatural beings across the country. It is said that he has recruited many high-level supernatural beings under his command. In addition, this Jike has a very good relationship with Bao Yiyong, and the two often cooperate."

Xiao Mo: "That is to say, although the upper and lower houses seem to be in the same group as the president, they have actually been torn apart?"

"That's right. That's why I said earlier that the four major forces in the capital are just a rough classification. In fact, each force has other forces involved. For example, the four major mercenary organizations in the capital, and the second-ranked lion head mercenary team is supported by our garrison. , the captain of the Flying Eagle Mercenary Team ranked first is the eldest son of Liu Lan, the commander of the military region, and the third Tianlong belongs to the Ji Ke and other councilors, and the situation of the other shadow mercenary team is more complicated. Those who can sell it to the research institutes of the bases."

Seeing the gate approaching, Lausanne sped up his speech: "It's the Academy of Sciences. Don't look at it as just a group of scientists, but the cliques inside are no worse than the MPs playing politics, but they are generally divided into two parts, one part belongs to the radical faction, and the leader Needless to say, it is naturally our Minister Bao. There are also some moderates, and this part of scientists can be regarded as equal in character and ability. It is a pity that the hearts of good people are too soft, and their desire for power is not as strong as those hard-hearted people. Pay attention to the long-term flow of water and sustainable development, so that their results are relatively slow, once or twice, the resources and connections in the hands of these moderate scientists are far inferior to those of the radicals. After all, no matter what the disaster People are still used to only looking at immediate results and vested interests.”

Xiao Mo completely understood, "In short, if we divide by person, the first force is headed by our President Zhou Fang, the second force is headed by members of the accounting department, and the third force is Liu Lan, the commander of the military region. , the fourth force is Bao Yiyong and others, right?"

Lausanne shrugged, "Bao Yiyong is not yet the fourth largest force. Everyone habitually regards the Academy of Sciences as a whole, but Minister Bao seems to have received some special support, and his influence and sphere of influence have risen rapidly. If it is not the Academy of Sciences, there are still people who can Suppress him, maybe the Academy of Sciences will really become his voice. Who can claim the credit for it!"

After that, Xiao Mo wanted to ask some questions, but unfortunately the car had already reached the finish line.

Along the way, Xiao Mo listened to Luosang's analysis of the forces in the capital, but didn't pay much attention to the internal situation in the capital. When he got off the car, he couldn't help but feel a little pity.Fortunately, they should stay in the capital for a while, thinking that when they are free, they must have a good time with Xiaohong.

The vehicle directly enters the center of the camp in the garrison area, and after getting off the vehicle, it directly enters a five-story building.

On the second floor of the building, Xiao Mo and his entourage saw President Zhou Fang, President's aide Feng Yang, and an old man with gray hair.

The moment Xiao Mo saw the president, he was surprised but not surprised. In the car, he heard Lausanne say that their garrison area belonged to the president. He guessed that he might see the president, but he thought it would take one or two turnarounds. Your Excellency will come to the garrison to meet them in person.

"Report to the President! Complete the pick-up task." Lausanne saluted Zhou Fang.

Zhou Fang and his staff member Feng Yang greeted him with a smile, "Thank you for your hard work. Lei Bing, long time no see."

Lei Bing also put away his hippie smile and stood at attention to salute Zhou Fang.

Zhou Fang nodded to him, his eyes shifted: "These two are Captain Xiao and Deputy Xue, right? You are welcome to come!"

Seeing the president stretching out his hand, Xiao Mo hurried forward to hold it. He really didn't expect to see the president right away, which made him quite excited and shocked, and he could hardly think - no way, he is just a petty citizen.

Seeing his slightly nervous appearance, Zhou Fang smiled and patted him on the back, "You are fine, don't worry, I don't eat people."

Xiao Mo laughed, seeing that Zhou Fang was so approachable, he naturally relaxed a little.Even though he is a powerful supernatural person now, he was just a commoner in the past. Even if he often mixed with a lieutenant general before, it can be seen that the president is still a little different.

Zhou Fang originally wanted to shake hands with Xue Lihong, but seeing Xue Lihong's indifferent expression, he didn't deliberately bump into this nail. He smiled at Xue Lihong and led the two into the reception room himself.

Luosang didn't go in, but stood at the door.

Lei Bing approached Luosang with a gloomy voice: "I thought our boss and the commander of the guard had already agreed."

Luosang coughed lightly and lowered his voice: "Our commander of the guard should have contacted your boss. The situation is a bit special. I will explain it to you later."

Lei Bing glared at him, raised his legs and walked into the reception room.

Luosang stretched out his hand to stop him, but was pushed away by Lei Bing.

Luosang had a headache and was about to forcibly stop him, when the president's order came from inside: "Lausang, let Colonel Lei come in."

Hearing this, Luosang no longer hinders Lei Bing.

Lei Bing stepped into the reception room, and the warrior squad he brought stayed outside.But he didn't interrupt after he came in, he just stood by the door.

In the reception room plus the president's bodyguards, there are a total of ten people. Lei Bing and the four bodyguards can be ignored for now.

Zhou Fang asked Xiao Mo to sit down, Xiao Mo still looked a little cautious, Xue Lihong first looked at the indoor environment, then looked at the bodyguards, and finally looked at Zhou Fang and the other three. end side.

After Zhou Fang took his seat, he first introduced the people present.

Only then did Xiao Mo realize that the gray-haired old man turned out to be the chief dean of the Academy of Sciences.

The dean doesn't look like a researcher at all, he looks like a neighbor's grandfather, he smiles very amiably, speaks unhurriedly, and even teased himself that he can't do research, and he can't teach others. Half of the disciples are nothing.

Xiao Mo: "..."

Feng Yang pointed out: "Bao Yiyong and several important researchers there were once disciples of Dean Yang. The reason why Bao Yiyong is not able to control the entire Academy of Sciences is because of the presence of Mr. Yang, and how much Bao Yiyong is right. Elder Yang still has some scruples and respect."

Xiao Mo suddenly realized, and immediately respected the old man.Being able to teach a disciple like Bao Yiyong, and make him feel apprehensive and respectful, at least it shows that this teacher has real talents and real learning.

Mr. Yang waved his hand and pretended to be angry, "Don't mention this, I will feel ashamed. You talk about your affairs first. Xiao Xiao, can I call you that? Let's have a good chat later, don't worry, I won't Will knock you out of slices."

After finishing speaking, the old man winked at Xiao Mo.

Mr. Yang's last words are very similar to the words when the president met. I don't know if they often comfort people with supernatural powers like this?Xiao Mo smiled lowly, he thought: This old man with a little bit of childish mentality must be a teacher who is very loved and liked by his students.

After introducing each other fairly easily.

Zhou Fang said sincerely: "First of all, on behalf of the country, I would like to thank you for coming, and even more so for your selfless dedication."

Xiao Mo wanted to say that they didn't come here for selfless dedication. Although he had already planned to support some of his blood and cells for the research of the Academy of Sciences here, his family Xiaohong said that these could not be given in vain.

Seeing Xiao Mo's expression, Xue Lihong knew that he was embarrassed, but they couldn't just be caught by this sentence.Zhou Fang deserves to be the president this week. First, he welcomes people warmly and kindly, supports Xiao Mo and him with his own status, and then puts a big hat on them with a sincere and grateful face. Bo is more passionate, maybe he will really give selflessly when his forehead is hot.

"Your Excellency, your time and mine are precious, so you don't need to talk about the scene. Please tell us what you want us to do and the reward you can pay. We will take it if we think it is suitable, and leave if it is not suitable." Xue Lihong Hold down Xiao Mo's shoulder to prevent him from opening his mouth.

The first time Zhou Fang saw Xue Lihong, he knew that this person was not easy to talk to. He originally wanted to play the emotional card, but this way seemed to be a bit unworkable?

At this time, Feng Yang, the aide, interjected at the right time: "We understand your worries and scruples very well, but please believe us, since His Excellency was able to withstand the pressure of the upper and lower houses of the House of Representatives, he pushed forward the initial law on the protection of supernatural beings and issued an order If the whole country is required not to persecute people with supernatural powers, then our attitude towards people with supernatural powers is the same today, that is to seek win-win cooperation, not to divide human beings.”

Feng Yang paused here, and said with a smile: "Are you worried that after Captain Xiao comes to the capital, we will arrest Captain Xiao and forcibly dissect him for research?"

The old man sitting on the sofa to the right of the president let out a laugh.

Feng Yang continued without waiting for Xiao Mo and the others to answer: "There are mad scientists, but the vast majority of scientists are respectable people with both character and ability. They prefer sustainable research. If Captain Xiao can stay In Beijing, we will give him the best guarantee no matter in terms of treatment or safety. If Captain Xiao is unwilling to cooperate with any research, it is not a problem at all. In fact, we only need some physical data in the initial stage of research, and only occasionally in the middle stage Donate a little blood or hair, if you need anatomy or other harmful research on the body, it must be after the supernatural person sacrificed on a mission."

Xiao Mo patted the back of Xue Lihong's hand, and said sincerely: "My friends and I are very grateful for this policy of the country. Although we have somehow become supernatural beings, I think most people just want to use their supernatural powers. Can do more for this country and its people.”

Xue Lihong got goosebumps, but he knew that these words were Xiao Mo's heartfelt words.This guy has supernatural powers, so he never thought of becoming king or hegemony, or gaining both fame and fortune. If the country had discovered Xiao Mo's ability from the very beginning, and brought him to the capital, as long as he didn't abuse him too much, maybe his boss is now Dedicated to serving the country.

"It's great that you have this idea." Feng Yang praised without any effort.

Zhou Fang also sighed: "It would be great if every superhuman could think like you, but unfortunately...do you know that there are new humans and old humans now?"

Xiao Mo nodded, not knowing whether to laugh or cry, "I've heard a little bit."

"This kind of understanding is really bad. It is because of this understanding that a group of scientists headed by Bao Yiyong put forward the proposal of universalizing or eliminating all people's abilities, and it has won the support of most ordinary people. But think To achieve this goal, many people will inevitably be sacrificed. And in the process of sacrifice, more and deeper conflicts will inevitably arise." Zhou Fang sighed again.

"Don't you want all the people to have supernatural powers?" Xue Lihong said if she didn't speak, but once she spoke, she would be extremely sharp.

Zhou Fang smiled open-mindedly, "Of course I think that universal supernatural powers are more beneficial to the current world situation, but as I mentioned just now, it is impossible to pay a price for everything, and some scientists also agree to develop in this direction. , but they don't recommend pushing this matter too artificially, but should follow the natural development, or study some auxiliary medicines, such as starting from improving the genes of ordinary people, so as to narrow the distance between the supernatural and ordinary people. In this way Doing it can theoretically curb the development and deepening of the contradictions between the two sides to the greatest extent. It is a pity that the opinions of these scientists make many people feel that it is too slow, and they say they can't wait."

Xiao Mo thought so deeply.

Seeing that the rhythm of the conversation was almost completely controlled by Zhou Fang, Xue Lihong couldn't help but want to hit his boss on the knee to wake him up.

Zhou Fang and Feng Yang saw that Xiao Mo was much easier to speak than expected, and obviously had a deep sense of patriotism and national responsibility, so they couldn't help but feel very happy, and their attitude of speaking became more sincere and kind.

Old Dean Yang also asked some small questions about his abilities from time to time, and the questions were very skillful, which would definitely not arouse Xiao Mo's resentment and vigilance.

After chatting like this for a few more minutes, Xue Lihong saw that his boss was about to get into the cover on his own initiative, and even planned to roll up his sleeves so that the old dean would draw blood, and couldn't take it anymore, so he pushed him back on the sofa , pulling the dead face, and said coldly: "There are not many fools like my boss in this world. Since he promised to provide you and the future of this country with his flesh and blood for your analysis and research, then let's talk about it." Offer price."

Feng Yang sneered, "Deputy Xue, you misunderstood, we..."

Xue Lihong interrupted him: "Compared with Bao Yiyong and Ji Ke, you may not be so greedy or eager, but the purpose is the same, so don't use the name of righteousness to fool my boss, you have righteousness , Bao Yiyong and the others have the same, they are also for the future of this country, for the development of mankind, aren’t they? And with the preciousness of my boss’ ability and Bao Yiyong’s intelligence, I’m afraid they won’t do the kind of thing that exhausts their resources.”

"You don't know Bao Yiyong, he..."

Feng Yang's words were once again interrupted by Xue Lihong, "He is very vicious, and his attitude towards supernatural beings is mainly to control. If it weren't for this, we wouldn't be sitting here. Your Excellency President, you and the old dean will come here personally. Come, it does let us see your sincerity, but only superficial sincerity is not enough, I prefer actual interests."

Zhou Fang, Feng Yang and the old dean looked at each other, and Feng Yang smiled helplessly at Zhou Fang.

The relationship between Xuelihong and Xiao Mo is well known to Zhou Fang and the others. After they learned that there was Xiao Mo, they conducted a detailed investigation on him. Although the power of the state machine is not as strong as before, the investigation of a mercenary It's easy to get more public information, especially since the two have barely concealed their relationship.

So Zhou Fang and the others didn't ask such low-quality questions as "Can you, Xue Lihong, speak for your captain?"

Zhou Fang solemnly promised, "If Captain Xiao is willing to stay, we will give him the highest special treatment."

Xue Lihong's eyes became colder, "You really don't understand what I mean? We will not accept fixed employment from any organization or individual, and we will not become anyone's subordinates, even if the organization is a country and the boss is the president. .One milligram of blood, one hundred conversion energy, and so on. To save lives, according to the number of people and the degree of injury and condition, the starting price is at least one hundred conversion energy per person."

Zhou Fang was dumbfounded. The price Xuelihong offered was exactly at the highest value they had expected, but one milligram of blood cost one hundred conversion energy, which was too expensive.

Xue Lihong: "Believe it or not, if I offer the same conditions to Bao Yiyong and that member of the family planning department, they will agree without hesitation?"

Zhou Fang smiled wryly, Thaksin.Bao Yiyong and Ji Ke are such "simply" people. After they fancy a certain item or a certain person, they are sure that it is of great value, and they can invest in it in the early stage. As for the middle and late stages, that is a matter of later consideration.

Feng Yang felt that Xue Lihong could not just lead them by the nose like this, and pointed out very tactfully: "In addition to giving Captain Xiao the highest treatment, we can also give him the best protection. I understand that you are not willing to take refuge in him." Anyone who yearns for freedom, but only the two of you, it is not an easy task to get along well in this complicated capital city. You must know that the supernatural beings who have been missing in the capital city so far have already disappeared. There are no less than a hundred, and this is only the number we know."

Xue Lihong sneered, "So, even if we choose to do an exclusive deal with you, you can't provide us with any protection? Then what's the point of our exclusive deal with you?"

Elder Yang got a little angry, "You child, why do you keep your mouth open and shut for profit? What do you think of your boss, and you still sell milligrams of blood for milligrams of blood!"

Xue Lihong replied lightly: "I regard him as my lover because he is too important and precious to me, so even if it is only a drop of blood, I would not bear him to shed. If it is not for him himself to be willing to help you, let alone a hundred conversions." Even if I can exchange one milligram of blood, even ten thousand, I will not agree."

Xiao Mo's face has also been practiced a little bit, and he didn't blush when he heard such nasty words, he just felt a little embarrassed.Xue Lihong stopped him from trying to make love several times, but this time it was even better, she just covered his mouth.

In fact, he thinks that Zhou Fang and Yang Lao are really good people, and their selfishness is really low. Although there are some places to fool him, it is understandable.For this reason, he really didn't mind giving them some free flesh and blood, even spinal fluid and pituitary gland—he could repair himself anyway.If he can really research something, then it is also part of his merits, isn't it?

But maybe Xiaohong was worried that he would rely on his repair ability and not treat his own flesh and blood as flesh and blood, so she didn't even give him the chance to speak.

Xiao Mo felt that Xiaohong from his family was extremely cute, and he never forgot to show an apologetic look to Zhou Fang and the others in his eyes—it was a kind of look that our family can't speak, so please forgive me.

This look was not invalid. The three of Zhou Fang misunderstood all of them. They all felt that Xiao Mo had already been persuaded by them, but it was not easy to sing an opposite scene with his lover, so he thought it would be better to agree to them first, and then renegotiate the terms after everyone became familiar with each other and their feelings were deep. Or it might be much easier to absorb Xiao Mo.

After Zhou Fang had this idea, the following matters could be easily resolved.

"I heard that Team Xiao can solve the hidden dangers of people with supernatural powers after entering the dense fog? Just right, there are a few people on our side who have entered the dense fog and their abilities have become unstable after they come out. They are all approaching the third level It would be a pity for supernatural beings to be abolished." Feng Yang released the first task on the spot.

Xiao Mo said that whether it can be cured or not will only be known after seeing it.

Zhou Fang and the others had already made preparations, seeing Xiao Mo agreed, and immediately asked the guards outside to bring people over.

While waiting, the aide Feng Yang told Xiao Mo and the two: "There will be a formal welcome dinner tonight, starting at six o'clock."

When Xiao Mo heard that there was a welcome dinner, he subconsciously wanted to refuse.

Staff member Feng Yang has been observing the expressions of the two of them, and by looking at Xiao Mo's expression, he can guess what he is going to say, and immediately said with a smile: "Don't mind, this welcome party is not just to welcome you. , everyone has always wanted to hold a welcome event to get to know each other, but we were too busy before and couldn’t do it, so it just so happens that you are here this time, so we decided to do it together.”

Both Xiao Mo and Xue Lihong understood that this so-called welcome party was probably one of the places where the forces in the capital collude with newcomers with supernatural powers.And the particularity of his ability is believed to have spread in the ears of some people in the capital. Although the president hijacked them first, it is impossible to keep them from showing up. This welcome party is a "fairness" for other forces. "A chance to win them over.

Thinking of dealing with so many duplicity people at night, Xiao Mo wanted to faint.

Soon, someone who needed Xiao Mo's repair came.

There are three people in total, and the power situation is very bad. Two of them are not only unstable, but also tend to disappear.

Xiao Mo asked for a quiet room and brought the three of them in together.

Naturally, Xue Lihong followed in to guard, and the others who wanted to go in were driven out.

As soon as Xue Lihong entered the room, she checked whether there was a monitor, and after confirming that there was no monitor, she asked Xiao Mo to knock all three of them unconscious.

Xiao Mo didn't have the chance to mention it to his family Xiaohong until now: "Your Majesty said one thing, it said that a big storm is coming. But I asked what kind of big storm it is, is it the weather or a simple description, and how long will it be?" It didn't even answer me."

"Your seizure on the plane was related to this incident?"

"Yes. I tried to call His Majesty again just now, but it still didn't respond." Xiao Mo was anxious.

Xue Lihong pondered, the things that can be specially raised by the system are definitely not small things, if it is to describe a certain big event that is about to happen, then it is fine, if it is related to the weather... What kind of big storm can His Majesty the system specifically remind?

"Xiaohong, I'm a little worried about the team members and my family. I, I want to go back to Zhongshan Base." Xiao Mo was willing to provide some of his own flesh and blood to the capital for research, in fact, he just wanted to get away and go back quickly.

"I'll talk to Lei Bing later to see if he can get us a helicopter. If not, I'll go and steal one." Xue Lihong said in a relaxed tone as if she was going to steal a brick.

"Can you drive?"

Xue Lihong returned him a look of "of course".

Xiao Mo was funny, but he quickly put away his smile, "It's best to fly back tonight, I always feel something is wrong. By the way, you post this news on the mercenary mission platform, so that everyone can pay attention."

"Well, don't worry, if something really happens, Cheng Zai and the others have a base vehicle, no matter what, they are safer than others. As for us, with me here, what are you afraid of? Come on, sleep, you are not on the plane Why take a good rest."

Xiao Mo didn't want to sleep at first, but being held in Xiao Hong's arms and patted slowly, he really fell asleep.

Xue Lihong looked at his tired face, bowed her head and kissed him on the forehead.