Chapter 6, Your request, how can one refuse
Where do you place yourself and your family
However, apart from the poor mental state, nothing significant happened in the subway. Upon exiting the subway station and on the way to Chen Shang's home, Li Jie noticed that there were many patrolling members of the city guard, all armed, gathered in groups of three to five, in stark contrast to the leisurely state of a single patrol officer overseeing a large area in a third-tier city.
Chen Shang on the other side smiled wryly as he pushed up his old glasses and said: "Having never had any savings, the transfer fees could buy three or two portions of grain, and the bank account management fees could purchase two jin of staple food. Such extravagant expenses were simply unattainable for our family in the past"
I am setting off immediately. Li Jie no longer wished to say anything; he could not understand Chen Shang's self-destructive frugality, yet he was aware of the hardships in his life. However, he had never spoken about it in the past, even though it was evident. Chen Shang never discussed money, future life aspirations, or family circumstances with anyone.
Moreover, ... ...
Address, subway route. Li Jie felt that his body had mostly recovered and he was fully capable of setting off immediately. The distance from the third-level urban area to the eighth-level urban area is over 500 kilometers. Given the current speed of travel and the stops along the way, it is estimated to take about two hours
Brother! Can you not be so verbose? Am I going to your house to deliver a message, or am I venturing into a den of dragons and tigers? Is the eighth-level urban area really that terrifying? Li Jie was not pleased; Chen Shang was often very talkative, otherwise he wouldn't feel like he was dealing with a long-lost elder brother!
The primary mode of transportation is the nuclear-powered subway system, which is still in Yanhuang City. If it were a city not belonging to the Yanhuang nation, there would be no underground transportation facilities with such astonishing coverage.
Chen Shang pushed up his glasses, revealing a wry smile as he nodded slightly. He also realized that apart from this, Li Jie certainly did not have a second inconspicuous outfit from hetushu.com. "It really is suitable; outside of the eighth-level area, there are originally those who have entered the academy. However, you must be cautious and not engage with the opposite sex who actively approach you, and also..."
There was a time when he felt wronged, lonely, and dissatisfied, but he soon came to terms with it and gradually became accustomed to it
After dinner, as the sky darkened, Mother Chen continued to speak enthusiastically about Chen Shang's experiences from childhood, sharing joyful stories from Youhua Academy during the holidays, many of which involved Li Jie. For the Chen family, even though it was their first meeting, Li Jie was not actually a stranger to them.
At this point, Chen Shang paused slightly, and his expression became somewhat embarrassed. "My family would like to ask you to help me with something. First, to inform them that I have found a job, so they can rest assured; second, to give them the money I have earned recently. This matter is quite urgent, as it is a regular expense, and perhaps their livelihood in the coming days depends on this money.
Remember. Li Jie knew that it was the place that Chen Shang cherished the most, aside from Shuimu Nianhua.
Li Jie, thank you! Chen Shang over there was very touched; he has always been particularly good at remembering people. The situation in an 8th-level residential area is very different from that in a 3rd-level one. You must not meddle in other people's affairs, as it is very easy to attract trouble. It is best to wear clothes that are not so conspicuous...
The torrential rain fell like beans, and the man gritted his teeth tightly, his fists clenched. How he wished time could turn back! Because of a small mistake he made, it led to an irreparable outcome
A surge of electricity jolted Li Jie’s wrist, causing a slight twitch of pain. That was the notification mode for messages from important friends, designed to prevent any missed communications
A significant reason is that when his parents returned to Yanhuang City, they were able to dedicate all their time to him. It is precisely for this reason that he was able to truly understand his parents' busyness from a young age
The sky has darkened over the library, and it has started to rain outside
Their high regard for me was unexpected, inviting me to take a look at a project regardless of the circumstances, stating that my abilities are perfectly tailored for this project, which is being developed in collaboration with Shui Mu Nian Hua. Due to an unexpected vacancy on their side, they have been searching for a suitable replacement for some time and have investigated a lot of information about me. I feel their sincerity and am eager to take a look.
The rain was falling in a drizzling manner, and in the dimly lit alley, a figure stood in the rain, gazing motionlessly up at the shadow on the second-floor window.
Heavy rain poured down on the man's face and body below the building, his expression filled with pain, his eyes brimming with guilt and self-reproach. He wished to offer comfort, but he could not
Do you remember Yihua Company
Li Jie entered the subway wearing a red school uniform. Initially, there were quite a few alumni returning home, but as the subway passed through various urban areas, the number of people did not decrease; instead, a new batch of passengers boarded, and the figures of the alumni gradually disappeared.
Li Jie felt a sense of confusion as he exited the virtual world. Projected on his wrist was a three-dimensional image of Chen Shang's head
Li Jie walked quickly, and if he was not careful, he would bump shoulders or brush arms with others. The population density was unknown to be several times that of a third-tier city. The buildings were very tall, and the distance between them was even closer than in a third-tier city, to the extent that if the residents of two adjacent buildings opened their windows to the maximum, it seemed they would collide.
The crowded carriage appears similar at first glance, yet the overall spirit and demeanor show a significant difference. Fewer and fewer people wear smiles, while the number of those with weary faces and anxious gazes is increasing. It seems as if each person is burdened with debts, with creditors seemingly waiting at their homes.
What?" Li Jie exclaimed instinctively, this is simply a joke, hetushucom.com! However, recalling the matter of not having a bank account, Li Jie immediately reached a conclusion, yet found it hard to believe and retorted, "You can't be telling me that in the past, the trips between the school and your home were made on foot, right?"
Let's still consider it as one hundred percent
The person silhouetted against the window is hugging their knees, covering their face, and crying unabashedly, immersed in endless sorrow
Eliminate the threat ... ! ... These two individuals evoke an instinctive anger in men !
As he gently held the shoulder of the petite woman urging him on and walked out of the alley at a leisurely pace, they unexpectedly encountered five individuals clad in black raincoats. One of them, upon seeing the couple emerge from the rain in such an affectionate manner, sneered mockingly and said: "In this kind of weather, at your age, still indulging in romance in the rain? Is this a romantic sanctuary? Or is it hiding some evil that ought to be eradicated?"
Li Jie understood that it was his lack of understanding of the hardships of life... In other words, he had to go this time, because even if he paid the handling fee, Chen Shang did not have a bank account to give him.
... ... still ninety-nine point nine nine nine percent ... ...
Of course, no problem, I was just wondering why there was no transfer?" Li Jie was puzzled, but the next moment, he realized that this was perfectly reasonable for Chen Shang.
Are you referring to the school's uniform?
Such a situation allowed Li Jie to initially experience the differences between various districts. He suspected that he was being overly curious due to his lack of exposure, and upon reflection, he realized that he indeed was. In his memory, this was the first time he had seen residents living in districts rated at levels 7 and 8, which differed from his expectations, as Li Jie's assumptions were based on the people he knew from the academy.
The limited nature of global resources has long led to significant changes in regional living facilities. Many devices have been miniaturized under the influence of new technological advancements. For instance, the nano-glasses integrated machine, chosen by many, combines functions such as information reading and communication, powered by micro-nuclear energy. Meanwhile, traditional modes of transportation, such as cars, have long ceased to exist. The similar function is now fulfilled by hover vehicles, which cannot be privately owned and are strictly controlled in number due to the limited resources available for construction and maintenance.
Thus, Li Jie was destined to find it difficult to say goodbye. Under the warm hospitality of Chen's mother and his two younger sisters, dinner became a necessity. Moreover, he had purchased quite a few gifts before his departure, many of which were items that Chen's family would not usually indulge in.
Li Jie concluded the communication, inquired about the route, and left a message for Jiang Xinshu when he went out, stating that he would not be home in the evening, to prevent Jiang's people from making a fruitless trip.
Do you really think that helping others is the meaning of my existence? That is merely one of my many commendable qualities, if you will. Rest assured, I will assume that 99% of the people in an eighth-level urban area harbor various malicious intents, is that acceptable?
Yes. Chen Shang's response completely shocked Li Jie... Over five hundred kilometers, based on the average walking speed of the ultra-micro nuclear dark clothing, it would take at least thirteen hours. If Chen Shang maintained a consistently fast pace, it would take at least eight hours.
Because just now, the crying girl desperately shouted at him to get lost, even threatening to commit suicide.
Li Jie, please do not find me verbose. Each urban area presents a different environment. For me, as long as I do not venture beyond the ninth-level urban area, there is no issue. However, for you, it is akin to entering a den of dragons and tigers, especially considering your character. You are too kind-hearted, and coupled with your exceptional skills, it is easy for you to get embroiled in matters.
The man looked disdainful, his contempt unmasked as he struck with words: "Isn't the greatest evil that should be eradicated in this world, apart from the destroyers, people like you?"
"The judgment is truly absurd!" The man leading the team, with a pale complexion and a cold gaze, spoke in a calm yet ruthless tone. "The factors that stabilize a chaotic society should be eliminated; this is our function and mission to eradicate threats. It is a sheer waste of precious social resources to expend effort guiding those worthless scum. However—our eradication efforts assist you in remedying the situation, and as guides in identifying social miscreants, you are quite competent."
The butler robot can take good care of him, but it can never provide him with emotional care. The houses in Li Jie’s memory, those homes he once lived in, all share a common point, which is—his solitude.
Until the sun set in the west, Chen Shang's two younger sisters returned home together. Hearing that it was their elder brother's good friend and classmate, and knowing that Chen Shang had found a job, still in a third-tier city, they could not help but cheer with excitement
However, he truly cannot linger, allowing the exterminator to detect the presence of the person in pain behind the window; the consequences would be utterly unimaginable
Could you please check the specific route
Is it done
Fortunately, apart from these events, nothing else occurred. Li Jie successfully found Chen Shang's home. Upon hearing his purpose for visiting, Chen's mother, who had originally worn a weary expression, immediately broke into a smile, warmly welcomed him, and began to chatter on with concern about Chen Shang's work.
The people on the street are either hurrying with anxiety or have their gazes wandering restlessly, looking around in all directions. The patrolling personnel of the city's protective department have fierce expressions, as if every face they scan bears the mark of a wanted criminal
A petite figure dashed into the dark alley, stopping in front of the man. She raised her hand to push her wet hair away from her face and urged, "The exterminators are coming soon; it would be troublesome if they set their sights on us! Standing there is of no use; you know very well that you absolutely cannot get close to her now, or it will only make things worse."
For distances that are relatively short, reliance on one's legs is fundamental. The human genes, having evolved in conjunction with ultra-micro dark clothing, now allow for a sustainable running speed that is quite ideal. The average movement speed in urban areas is no longer inferior to that of ground transportation tools such as cars