Chen Ran didn't know that number 666 was trying hard to cling to him.
He was trying to cling to Wendy instead.
Although the ocean branch needed to observe Wendy, it didn't restrict her freedom. And because of the time spent together over the past two days, the people at the ocean branch found that his relationship with Wendy seemed to be quite good.
Considering the other researchers' fear of the Gem of Desire, the observation task fell on Chen Ran, and he was granted enhanced permissions to access some materials and funds from the ocean branch.
Schicksal is a large organization, and some materials can be squandered.
Even if Chen Ran chose to abuse his power at this time, as long as it wasn't too excessive, the branch wouldn't mind too much.
And all of this was decided before he got off work.
"Thanks to you, I'm now quite affluent."
Chen Ran didn't hide his tasks, smiling: "So as long as it's not too excessive a request, I can fulfill it."
"By the way, have you considered going on vacation, like going to the Far East for a hot spring or something? After all, it can be done under the guise of observation."
Chen Ran directly encouraged her.
He wanted to keep Wendy in a good mood, and just staying at the ocean branch wasn't enough.
He knew very well that staying in the same environment for a long time would make a person feel oppressed.
Wendy shook her head: "Let's talk about it later. When my legs are better, I'll invite you to go out together."
Chen Ran hesitated, unsure whether to break this expectation.
Wendy looked puzzled: "What's wrong?"
"Ah, it's nothing. I was just thinking that when your legs are better, I might not have the chance to invite you anymore. After all, there will be a queue of people wanting to invite you then."
He still didn't tell the truth.
Wendy rolled her eyes: "Don't think I'm too young to understand, but since you've been taking care of me, I'll forgive your verbal harassment."
"Then, in return for me taking care of you, can you tell me where you learned all this?" Chen Ran said with a sly smile.
He actually understood that Valkyries weren't all innocent.
On the contrary, aside from fighting and training every day, Valkyries' entertainment was limited to the internet, so they were greatly influenced by online information.
Wendy bared her teeth: "You did that on purpose."
"Come on, lean your head over here; let's see if I won't hit you!"
She also had a childlike innocence, or rather, at this moment, Wendy seemed more like a person.
Chen Ran naturally didn't listen to her.
He slowly pushed Wendy's wheelchair, and the two walked through the ocean branch, each lost in their thoughts.
"By the way, this is New Zealand, a country by the sea. Do you want to go see the ocean?" he suddenly said. "Today might not be enough time, but if you want to go, we can arrange it for tomorrow."
For Chen Ran, whether he could pass this time depended entirely on Wendy's mood.
But for Wendy, her feelings were a bit complicated.
This was the first time she had received such care from a male, and based on her experience from surfing the internet, this should be called affection, right?
Wendy had some words on the tip of her tongue but still didn't say them.
"Just to see the ocean… okay."
"But you have to get better first."
She said, "Although you don't need to fight on the front lines, you can't neglect your training."
Wendy didn't hold Chen Ran to the standards of a Valkyrie; after all, the vast majority of men couldn't handle the training and combat intensity of a Valkyrie.
This was related to the adaptability to Honkai Energy.
Chen Ran nodded: "Of course, a good body can do more things."
"Researcher Chen, you're getting a bit carried away," Wendy said with a light hum. "Be careful, or I'll report you."
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Chen Ran liked to talk a lot.
Since elementary school, he had been in this cheeky state, shameless, so he naturally didn't feel embarrassed.
Even now, being shaped by the system into a highly educated person, the system couldn't reshape a person's character.
The next day, when he saw Wendy, he instinctively wanted to flatter her.
But for some reason, he quickly shut his mouth.
Wendy couldn't help but smile, her eyes curving.
She actually didn't like interacting with overly flamboyant people, even as friends, as it didn't give her a sense of security.
So, she had taught Chen Ran a lesson yesterday.
Of course, it was impossible to hit him; she just gave his arm a good 'pull.'
"Hey, why aren't you talking?"
"Nothing, it's just that I've never met such a pretty girl before, afraid I'd mistake you for someone else."
As expected, Chen Ran continued to be shameless.
Wendy slightly raised her head: "I'm only 14; that's illegal."
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Fire Moth, First Squad.
Just like the time synchronized with the simulator scene, a day passed in reality as well.
Number 666 directly transformed his room into a small laboratory.
Unlike Chen Ran, who was more conservative, he began to create potions for himself using the biological knowledge he had synchronized and acquired.
This made Kevin frown.
Since both of them joined Fire Moth from Nagazora City, and because Number 666 had been following Kevin for a while, Fire Moth simply arranged for the two to share a dormitory.
Fire Moth wasn't extravagant enough to assign separate dorms for new recruits.
At this time, Kevin was clearly not the aloof handsome guy he would later become. During their time together, the two gradually became familiar with each other. Kevin was not one to hide things; he directly stated that he came to Fire Moth to find MEI, and Number 666 took the opportunity to call her sister-in-law.
Whether she was truly a sister-in-law didn't matter; either way, Kevin must have felt secretly pleased in his heart.
As a fellow male, Number 666 had also synchronized Chen Ran's memories, so he was quite adept at this kind of teasing.
However, he did not take this opportunity to try to get close to MEI.
MEI was a rational monster, even more dangerous than Mobius.
Number 666 knew that his special abilities would definitely be noticed, so it was best to keep a low profile in front of Kevin until Chen Ran had the ability to protect himself.
Kevin was protective, which made him feel safe.
Kevin couldn't help but ask, "What are you doing now?"
"Good stuff."
Number 666 replied directly.
Seeing Kevin's puzzled expression, he continued, "It's something that can make a man harder, bigger, and thicker."
Kevin: "..."
"You have a hidden ailment?"
"Ah, this is for you." Number 666 said matter-of-factly, "Don't worry, I've calculated it; the effects are definitely good, with no side effects."
Kevin: "..."
"I don't think I need this."
"Are you sure you really don't want it?" Number 666 looked confused, "I thought no man would refuse more muscle and greater strength."
The 'good stuff' he mentioned was a special potion made based on the knowledge in his brain.
It specifically acted on muscles, designed to enhance metabolism and mitosis.
Kevin: "..."
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