Chapter 3, Market
He manages quite a number of employees under him
Good goods, military canned food
Current time is 6 PM
The doctor paused for a moment and said
Truly polite
Indeed, in this era, where is the space for idealists to survive? Even the 'Salvation Army' has fallen into decline
Should I buy this
Additional matters: Genetic testing is normal
How many contribution points?" Shang Jianyao asked in a steady voice.
Some employees also take the opportunity to sell items no longer needed at home to earn more contribution points. Therefore, every evening from 6:00 to 6:30 and from 7:00 to 8:30, a small market appears in the hall of the "Activity Center".
Shang Jianyao glanced around and picked up another item
She pushed up the gold-rimmed glasses resting on her nose, took a light breath, and slowly exhaled
Dr. Lin observed Shang Jianyao's expression for a few seconds before turning to ask about something else
Comprehensive assessment: Moderate mental abnormality (suspected delusional disorder, to be observed)
Shang Jianyao swiftly set down the watch as if it were burning hot to the touch
Post-traumatic symptoms: intermittent logical confusion, resulting in a certain degree of discontinuity in thought processes, with no other abnormalities observed
What is this? Shang Jianyao crouched down and picked up a rectangular object with a metal casing and a black screen
The young son of my comrade, he is now also serving in the 'Security Department'. He has just returned from the ruins of an old world city. Ah, how time flies, I watched him be born and then grow up...
You cannot comprehend that kind of pure and noble sentiment, nor understand what it means to be a person who has transcended base interests
Date of Birth: September 8, 25 AD
With a monthly salary of 1,800 points for a D1 employee, it would take nearly three years of not eating or drinking to save enough
Cough cough cough. Doctor Lin seemed to have choked on his own saliva
She sighed while picking up the folder on the table and began to browse through the records inside
After observing for a while, Dr. Lin finally wrote down the following:
Before she finished speaking, Shang Jianyao had already added:
This is also a tendency conveyed by the company's senior management—hoping to reduce energy consumption through unified meal provision
10 jin of meat
Dr. Lin raised his eyebrows slightly and said
I can attempt to understand you, but you must tell me how you came to have such thoughts. What events prompted you to feel this way
You are welcome
Dr. Lin, I feel that you have somewhat misunderstood my situation, taking some normal occurrences as evidence of illness
After more than ten minutes, a sweet female voice echoed simultaneously from all floors
After he uttered the word "meat," both he and Chen Xianyu swallowed at the same time
Shang Jianyao slowly set down the item and muttered
Shang Jianyao shook his head with considerable certainty
The official end of work is at 6 PM, except for specific project teams that require overtime and certain positions that operate on a 24-hour shift system. All employees will leave the "Management Area" located on the 5th floor, the "Research Area" from the 6th to the 45th floors, the "Factory Area" (also maintenance area) from the 46th to the 145th floors, and the "Internal Ecological Area" from the 146th to the 345th floors, returning to the "Living Area" which has a total of 300 floors. All employees will leave the "Management Area" located on the 5th floor, the "Research Area" from the 6th to the 45th floors, the "Factory Area" (also maintenance area) from the 46th to the 145th floors, and the "Internal Ecological Area" from the 146th to the 345th floors, returning to the "Living Area" which has a total of 300 floors
Shang Jianyao glanced at the spiderweb-like cracks on the black screen of the item and pondered for a moment before saying
In any case, this has been filtered out, and the company does not require it, so there is no need to submit it. Therefore, he left it with me for consignment. You know, I do not need to go to the cafeteria, as someone brings me my meals
Chen Xianyu did not have high hopes for the business meeting with Shao Yao, he was merely joking with the young man. He then pointed to the stack of metal cans placed in the center and said
I originally thought you could become my spiritual mother, but now I realize that our thoughts exist in two completely different worlds, what a pity
She immediately picked up the ceramic cup beside her, took a couple of sips, and began to speak to herself as if trying to make conversation
Name: Shang Jianyao
Chen Xianyu cleared his throat of phlegm and said
Since you have no issues with sleep and have not seen anything that others cannot see, I will not prescribe medication. Please return for a follow-up at the same time next week
How long has it been past the expiration date
"Indeed, the watch contains a complex mechanical structure, and it still functions well to this day; it can be used with just a little adjustment." Chen Xianyu's eyes lit up as he said, "What do you think? Would you consider it? Its hands and time markers glow at night, allowing you to see clearly without needing a flashlight. Let me tell you, within the entire company, there are definitely no more than 100 people who possess a good watch like this. If you own it, you won't need to rely on the broadcast for the time anymore, nor will you have to come here to check the wall clock. You will become the envy of all the residents on this floor, and who knows, perhaps some young lady will take the initiative to pursue a romantic relationship with you..."
Family Situation: The father, Shang Shiean, is a Group Leader level employee in Group D 7, who went missing in the 37th year of the New Calendar along with the entire 'Old Adjustment Group'; the mother, Zhang Ruxin, is an ordinary employee in Group D 3 and a primary school teacher, who passed away in October of the 40th year of the New Calendar, with the cause of death suspected to be excessive grief; from October of the 40th year to September of the 43rd year of the New Calendar, Shang Jianyao grew up in an orphanage corresponding to the 495th floor and was admitted to the university's Department of Electronics.
Chen Xianyu paused for a moment before speaking
How is it? Is it heavy? This indicates it is substantial! Chen Xianyu exclaimed, "Let me tell you, this military canned food is incredibly delicious, a delicacy I can never forget in my lifetime, far better than the shrink-wrapped cans from the 'Salvation Army'!
It is now the hour for the chime.
Due to the limited energy quota, and the fact that both spouses and elder family members may be working, many employees choose to dine in the "material supply market" on each floor
"The unequal merchant sees the sun open its mouth," she lowered her voice and asked mysteriously
As Shang Jianyao walked in, he saw the supervisor of the "Activity Center", Mr. Chen Xianyu, sitting on a small stool that occasionally creaked, with a scattered array of peculiar items placed in front of him.
How many contribution points?
Have you recently heard sounds that others cannot hear, or seen things that others cannot see
Who knows? In any case, it is quite sturdy, suitable for hitting someone or for bulletproof purposes. Old Master Chen poked at his own chest.
The watch in Shang Jianyao's hand, with its silver strap showing multiple cracks and rust spots, has a green dial that resembles a gemstone, where the second hand jumps intermittently, and shards of glass are scattered everywhere
She pondered for a moment and then said
No
When I was in the 'Security Department', there was an occasion when I went out on a mission, lost my supplies, and almost starved to death. Fortunately, I found a military warehouse and discovered these canned goods. At that time, they had been expired for who knows how many years, yet I ate them and was fine. The taste was exquisite
"Not expensive, not expensive, 500 points." Chen Xianyu casually quoted a price
After reminiscing for a while, Old Master Chen finally added with a smile:
Dr. Lin pressed her lips tightly together, seemingly exerting great effort to refrain from laughing.
After he opened the door, he suddenly turned his body and said
When Shang Jianyao returned to the 495th floor, there were still about 20 minutes until the canteen opened at 6:30 PM. Due to the necessity of cleaning, disinfecting, or other essential tasks after certain positions finish work, the board of directors stipulated that the canteen opening time should be half an hour after the official end of work.
Dr. Lin responded with a smile
Situation Description: In May of the 46th year of the new calendar, Shang Jianyao voluntarily applied to become a confidential experiment volunteer and participated in the 'C-14' project. His reason was to seek powerful abilities to investigate the truth behind his father's disappearance
What aspects do you think are misunderstood
Shang Jianyao looked at the old man, waiting for him to finish speaking, and suddenly asked:
Age: 21 years old
... ...
As he spoke, a look of reminiscence appeared on his face
"There is nothing to it, this is just how I feel," Shang Jianyao sighed and smiled, saying, "Dr. Lin, you are the most gentle and graceful woman I have ever met, and there is something I would like to tell you"
Dr. Lin slightly straightened his body, and a hint of a smile appeared on his fair face
For those employees who return to their respective floors before 6:15, the "Activity Center" next to the "Supply Market" is the best place to pass the remaining time. They can gather together, chatting under the lights about various matters in life and work, and mention the people outside who are struggling to survive with a noticeable sense of superiority
Shang Jianyao seemed to be organizing his thoughts, remaining silent for two or three seconds before speaking
I have ... ...
The broadcast has begun. After the voice repeated three times and then stopped, Dr. Lin rubbed his brow and said, "Let's stop here for today"
Alas, the tea ration for this month has been consumed again
Shang Jianyao responded with a soft "hm" and said seriously
"Alright, Dr. Lin." Shang Jianyao stood up and walked towards the door
After Shang Jianyao went out and carefully closed the door, Dr. Lin sighed and said to himself with a hint of a smile
This seems to be adapted from the slogan of the 'Savior Army'
Dr. Lin finished drawing the circle, lifted his pen, looked at Shang Jianyao, and chuckled
Re-examination results on July 10, 46 of the new calendar: Symptoms have not improved, but there has been no deterioration, no violent tendencies, and no display of aggression, thus it can be considered temporarily non-hazardous
"Shelf life, how do I know? I don't understand how to convert the years of the old world," Old Chen widened his eyes, "Anyway, it's only 46 years in the new calendar, it can be eaten."
Shang Jianyao picked up a can, only to find that the outer plastic film was already torn, and the label had become extremely blurred, with only the words "braised beef" and "500g" faintly discernible
"If it weren't for my comrade's child digging up a whole box this time, you might never get to eat this. As for the price, it's 60 contribution points each, quite cheap, right? If you go to the 'Supply Market' to buy a pound of fresh pork, it costs 50 points, and that doesn't even include seasoning, no one will help you prepare it, and you might not even be able to buy it! Also, cough, once you finish this canned food, you can return the metal shell to the 'Material Management Department' to exchange for some contribution points. Isn't that a great deal?"
This place is divided into two parts. One part supplies sweet potatoes, potatoes, rice, flour, meat, vegetables, and fruits from the "Inner Ecological Zone," as well as materials such as fabric, white sugar, and salt from the "Factory Zone." The other part provides various cooked foods, affectionately referred to as the "Staff Canteen"
"Where did it come from?" Shang Jianyao asked while fiddling with it.
Experimental results: failure, no changes compared to the control group
Thank you, Dr. Lin
Is this a table
The cost of dining in the cafeteria is higher than cooking at home, and the taste is not particularly good. However, considering the energy quota that everyone lacks and the fatigue from a day's work, this seems to be the better choice
sixty thousand