"Just kidding, I'll only draw blood with a normal tube."
MEI put away the oversized needle in disappointment and took out the normal blood-drawing equipment.
"What's with your disappointed expression?"
Senti couldn't help but complain.
"I'm your older sister!"
"It's just a joke."
"The look of disappointment on your face doesn't look like a joke at all!"
Senti today seems to have become smarter under the threat of death. This is really something.
"Please stretch out your arms."
"Tsk."
Although Senti made a sound of dissatisfaction, she honestly pulled up her sleeves, which caused MEI to pull out a tube of blood.
(Sure enough, her stability is quite high. Is it because Master Tian is by her side? Or is it because she inherited the memories and feelings of Big Sister... or both?)
Senti's stability surprised MEI a little.
The current civilization is different from the previous one. In the current civilization, at least three Herrschers were effectively controlled before the event of the 13 heroes' recognition, and the first Herrscher among them was even clearly on the side of humanity—something that the previous civilization didn't dare to think about.
(Reason...)
This part seemed to touch MEI's somewhat chaotic memory, which made her frown.
This sense of chaos is not a good thing for a rational scientist.
"What's wrong?"
Senti looked at MEI, who was frowning in confusion.
Although the previous joke was a little scary, to Senti, MEI is also her little sister... although her big sister's majesty is gone.
"Older sister, do you remember what happened back then?"
"Back then? Which year?"
Senti tilted her head in confusion.
"Is there a chaotic part of your memory?"
MEI explained directly, so the Herrscher of Sentience wouldn't get confused.
"Chaotic... um, there are a lot of things I can't remember if you put it like that."
Senti only has some impressions of Fu Hua's experience.
If she really wants to talk about specific things, she still has to find the related memories.
"But it's been so long, it's normal not to remember."
Senti seemed quite open-minded. To a certain extent, MEI is really envious of this naive girl.
"Memory is something that needs to be recovered slowly and can't be forced."
Tian Shi looked at MEI as if she had the idea of researching this aspect and then took the initiative to stop her.
After all, this mechanism was created thanks to him, and MEI's research was just a waste of time.
"Besides, I'm not going to delve into this matter. In my opinion, this should be a side effect of the hibernation chamber... I just remembered something that impressed me a little, but I couldn't remember it at all."
MEI rubbed her temples.
"More important than this is to confirm how many people chose to live after the civilization ended."
"It's not easy to confirm at all, is it?"
Senti complained.
"At that time, we couldn't all get along, but only because we had the common goal of protecting civilization could we continue together. After this goal disappeared... tsk."
Senti made a sound of disgust. MEI looked at her in surprise; she didn't expect Senti to be able to see the big picture so clearly.
No, it doesn't matter if she sees it clearly, the key is to say it. Only bystanders would say this kind of thing directly.
However, what Senti said was not wrong.
The 13 heroes will have some misfits more or less—um, the most obvious one is Mobius.
Although she can't remember well, because she conducted human experiments, she couldn't get along with most people.
MEI thinks that her image in the eyes of others may be the same as Mobius's.
In terms of rationality and cruelty in decision-making, MEI is far better than Mobius.
And the arrows of interpersonal relationships are two-way; even the most affectionate little Griseo would be afraid of Kalpas, even if Kalpas looked at Griseo with a good attitude.
Therefore, although the 13 heroes are united in name, the relationship between everyone is not as indestructible as the hero team in epic novels.
"I can't remember what happened back then. No matter what, I still hope more people managed to survive to the present."
"Yes, it's actually quite happy to be able to see old friends in this civilization."
Senti nodded undeniably and then stretched.
"But with regard to this matter, even if it's urgent, it can't be rushed, right? We still have time anyway."
"Is there still time...?"
MEI looked at Senti. Although the order of Herrschers of the current civilization is a little messed up, the Herrscher of Sentience has already come out; will the rest fall behind?
Having said that, the reason why the emergence of the Herrschers of civilization has become a little chaotic is MEI's fault.
In the previous civilization period, MEI developed the technology to seal the Honkai and used this technology to successfully seal part of the power of the Honkai on the back of the moon.
In the current civilization, it was transformed into four gems: of Conquest (Lightning), of Desire (Wind), of Serenity (Death), and of Haste (Fire).
Corresponding to the third, fourth, sixth, and seventh places, respectively.
(So, the next person to appear is the Herrscher of Ice or the Herrscher of Rock).
MEI's thoughts diverged.
This is the most reliable information MEI has obtained after integrating the information provided by Grey Serpent.
Of course, there are other more reliable ones, but she will have to wait until Prometheus is back up and running.
But when it comes to the Herrscher of the Rock... this is a real dispute.
The Mu continent of the pre-civilization sank, and the most prosperous technological area of the entire civilization sank.
There was absolutely no chance of recovery. At the same time, a group of valuable scientists were sacrificed. It can be said that this directly broke the path of the pre-civilization—a section was broken.
The hatred for this Herrscher among the top three.
(However, there's no denying that the order has changed).
Of course, this change is a trivial matter compared to the previous problem.
"Forget it, I'm going back to sleep. Jackal, I'll leave this to you to test. The data will be recorded. I'll check it after I wake up."
After MEI handed the blood sample to the respectful Jackal, she rubbed her eyes with a sleepy look on her face.
"Yes, Dr. MEI."
Jackal, who was arrogant at this moment, behaved like a puppy in front of Dr. MEI.
"You guy..."
Senti's eyes twitched; although the other party didn't ignore her, it unexpectedly gave her the feeling of being ignored, but... it doesn't matter if the other party looks like she's staying up late to work.
"You really worked hard, MEI."
Tian Shi also sighed with half-guilt.
"Sorry, after all, there's a lot of intelligence to integrate and future predictions..."
MEI replied as she yawned.
"But I didn't expect to be so sleepy after being up all night; it's okay not to have a good sleep last week."
It's somehow a sign of old age.
Tian Shi thought, but this should be the reason why the body's function has not fully recovered.
"I feel like my older sister has no dignity at all..."
After watching MEI leave, Senti couldn't help but complain. She was clearly prepared, but the result was completely different from what she imagined. Is this the first impression after so long?
Senti thought a little depressedly, but no one cared about this at all.
Just kidding, did Tian Shi really expect Senti to be able to set up the big sister persona? Forget it, it's just an excuse to distract the child.
It would be better to say that it would be a big problem if Senti established herself as her older sister—well, a big problem at the world-destroying level.
But because of his affection, Tian Shi still comforted her.
"A character design can't be established overnight; it still needs to be worked on slowly."
"Mmm."
Senti thought about it for a moment, and although she felt there was something odd, she nodded.
What Master Tian said was absolutely correct, and if she doubted it, something was wrong with her brain.
"I'll take you to see your friend next."
"Friend?"
Senti tilted her head in suspicion and then took the elevator with Tian Shi to the basement of Shencheng Medical.
Or the basement where the Sun Devouring Shadow was, or the ordinary underground training ground.
As soon as she entered the door, Senti heard extremely rhythmic gunshots.
"Eh... this is..."
"Kiana, are you there? I brought your monitor."
"I'm here!"
The gunshots ceased, and Kiana walked out of the simulation training room.
"Uh... good morning, monitor?"
Although Tian Shi had reminded Kiana who she was last night, she still felt a little uncomfortable when she saw Senti's face.
But, fortunately, Kiana is not the child who was outspoken and witty; even in this case, Kiana can still calm down and greet Senti.
"Hey, good morning, Kiana, long time no see, right?"
However, Senti was completely unaware of this layer and greeted Kiana without a care.
"Compared to before, your pupils have changed to different colors. It's quite beautiful."
She is referring to the pupil that Kiana turned golden due to the Herrscher power.
"If there's a choice, I'd rather not be so pretty... But with you, monitor... it really has been a long time, hasn't it?"
Kiana replied with a slightly strange look.
This Herrscher squad leader and the normal squad leader really have completely different personalities, and she even focuses her attention on her own eyes or something.
But Fu Hua inside Fenghuang Down did not express any opinion about this: this was Tian Shi's request for her, listen more, read more, and have a good understanding of what kind of person this Herrscher is.
Overbearing parents are not welcome.
"It's been three or four months."
Senti shrugged and then showed a curious look.
"So you have a piece of Fenghuang Down on your body?"
Fu Hua only joined Kiana's consciousness after Otto shot her, so this memory is not among the memories that Senti possesses.
"I sent it, is there a problem?"
For this question, Tian Shi directly took over.
"No problem! Master Tian, you must have your intentions for doing this!"
(Squad leader... This new squad leader is a dog licker).
(...)
Fu Hua felt that it was time to improve Kiana's literary quality. Dog licker something... Is this what people say?
"Although Kiana isn't my student, she's still a half-apprentice anyway. When you're an older sister, don't always think about your little sister's things."
Tian Shi hit Senti's head again, and naturally, Senti had nothing to do about it.
Although she felt a little worried about the piece of Fenghuang Down in Kiana's body, since Tian Shi clarified it, Senti nodded decisively and withdrew her attention from the Fenghuang Down.
It's just a small piece of feather dust, what is it?
Compared to Master Tian, what is Fenghuang Down? It's really unknown.
If Fenghuang Down had self-awareness, it would definitely cry bitterly.
"Fu Hua, I have a mission for you."
"Mission?"
Senti's eyes flashed with light. Mission = getting a favor from Tian Shi.
"What mission? Give it to me! I can do anything!"
Thinking of this, Senti couldn't help but show a crazy smile on her face.
(Squad leader...)
(Student Kiana, do not express your opinion at will until you pass the exam).
(...)
"Teach her how to control her own power, just like your Taixu Sword God."
"That thing..."
Senti rubbed her chin and thought about it.
"It's okay to teach, but can Kiana learn it?"
Senti looked at Kiana with a strange look.
The fool said the idiot was stupid! But seriously, it doesn't matter whether she teaches or not, but her impression is that Kiana's learning ability is a problem.
Kiana: "..."
"Well, but forget it, since Master Tian asked me to teach you, then I will definitely teach you."
After Senti thought for a moment, she waved her hand, indicating that she didn't care about this trivial matter.
Whether to teach or not is her business, but whether to learn or not is Kiana's business.
She has a pretty good impression of Kiana, so she has no problem teaching her.
And... although she's a little half-sister, it's still an opportunity to show her big sister's temperament! No, I'm also Kiana's squad leader; it's a senior's duty to teach their junior, right?
As for Kiana...
(Why do I feel like I'm kneeling and begging for food?)
Kiana's expression was quite strange.
(Squad leader, is she reliable?)
Although this new monitor looks better and speaks better than the previous monitor, she's completely unreliable.
(Reliable. Although the comprehension of Taixu Sword God can vary from person to person, it's basically not a problem for the other party to use it).
Fu Hua can also see that the other side's configuration is indeed very superior.
Most of her martial arts, her body at its peak, and the power of the Herrscher of Sentience.
The only bad thing might be her mentality, but someone can't pass on their mentality to others, right?
So, if you only look at the stats, teaching Kiana is definitely more reliable than her teaching her.
Well, only if you look at the stats.
(Don't worry, if anything goes wrong, I'll help you out).