Chapter 716: NO．85：There are things people want to know and things they don

NO．85：There are things people want to know and things they don't want to know.

Rhode Island Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.'s building, just like the landship it once stationed on, has an overly rich functional division.

There will be a botanical ecological garden, a breeding zone, a combat training field, classrooms and other functional areas not usually found in ordinary companies, and naturally also the rest areas, cafeterias, card-and-game rooms, and game zones that most companies nowadays have, dedicated to providing employees with entertainment, meals, and relaxation.

And those several siblings with different hair colors, who go by aliases, had already gathered early in the morning at the edge of the cafeteria.

Although two of them were still sleepy-eyed, looking as if they'd been forcibly dragged out to eat breakfast, the atmosphere was nevertheless harmonious.

After all, the eldest brother and eldest sister, who hold the most authority, are present—what could the two 'fragile' little sisters possibly say?

They could only try to eat that stuff that didn't even look like a proper dish, keeping silent whether they liked it or not; not joining the conversation was their most effective self‑preservation tactic—lowering their presence kept the topic from dragging them in.

"How is it, big brother?"

"Not bad. This nutrition chart is also suitable for preparing for those students; could you help me ask for the recipe?"

"You'd better go ask yourself; didn't I already give you the contact information?"

"Ah, mainly because you helped Xi and Nian, and left such a good impression on me, I find myself hesitating again after a long time about how to get along."

"I'm saying, even though you've been retired for so long and still came here, big brother, don't overthink it—I've seen Aomo a few more times than Xi have, and although he seems to have a lot on his mind, he's basically a good person with a good temper."

Likewise holding back, someone obviously couldn't hold it in; seeing the big brother's anxious, gain‑and‑loss look right now only felt awkward, even giving him goosebumps.

To be honest, this isn't like him.

"If I'm being frank, anyone who can put up with Penguin Logistics surely doesn't have a bad temper—just don't be so stern; even the doctor has been avoiding you lately."

"I've noticed his physique has started to change lately, and I wanted to get him back into morning training, but I never expected him to deliberately avoid me."

"This isn't the first time, is it? People say once you get involved in martial arts, you become harsh in class to the point of being unbearable." Xi also chimed in unexpectedly.

Clearly, just a moment ago she wanted to stay silent, but as soon as there was a chance to diss, she jumped in— the two sisters always have this tacit understanding when opposing authority, even ending up in a stalemate that left the big brother momentarily speechless.

This is the instinctive value honed from habitually speaking in groups like 'the group without Nian,' 'the group without Xi,' 'the group without Ling,' 'the group without Shuo,' and 'a loving family,' etc.

The eldest brother obviously hasn't yet noticed his two sisters' rebelliousness; he simply hangs his head, as if reflecting, or as if pondering.

"Alright, alright, the big brother isn't oblivious to these issues—after all, they're just old habits, right?" The good younger sister who was helping out, Ling, added another blow at the end; seeing the big brother grow even more silent, she shifted her tone: "But come to think of it, the big brother doesn't really need to worry so much—after all, in the little sister's view, Aomo is like the big brother and the second brother combined in personality."

"Ah… please don't."

Hearing that, Xi had not yet reacted, but Nian sucked in a breath of cold air: "I thought I understood Aomo a bit, but it turns out to be this terrifying? I'll have to go back home to fetch Shu and the others."

"Xi, do you want to come along?"

True sisterhood is shown in adversity; Nian turned back with a sentence not forgetting her sister, but failed to move her— all she saw was hesitation in the sister's eyes, and instead she felt torn.

Seeing this, the big brother's heart grew even more gloomy.

He sadly realized that Xi indeed had some feelings, which made her hesitate; if it were just because of the second brother, that would be fine, but it also involved himself… When did he become a flood and ferocious beast in the eyes of his two sisters?

And Nian was even more astonished; she immediately turned her head toward Ling, lowering her voice in a meaningless whisper to the elder sister: "No way? Does little Xi really have lingering feelings for this place?"

"It's not strange—this place is peaceful yet full of excitement; compared to the original world, it's really a good spot to settle down and enjoy life."

The elder sister, trying to save face for her roommate, ultimately didn't reveal the fact that her younger sister had recently become obsessed with Umamusume fanworks, merely glossing over it: "But my opinion of Aomo is no joke."

When this was brought up, Ling's face wore a half‑smile.

"Just a quarter‑hour ago I saw him sighing, trying to persuade that little girl to work out her body."

"…That sounds way too much like the big brother," Nian murmured, "Looks like I'll have to put Aomo on my do‑not‑contact list from now on."

"How can you say that?" Ling laughed and shook her head, "It's also for that little girl's sake, and his methods are far gentler and more tactful than the big brother's— I'm sure the big brother can get along with him."

"Gentle and tactful…" Xi murmured the description, a shadow crossing her face, "I also need to avoid him, Nian— if you hear any news, be sure to let me know."

"Sure thing! We'll definitely avoid him if we can!"

"You two…" Ling looked at the two sisters playing dumb, half‑laughing, half‑crying; she had originally wanted to recommend a new friend, but after observing and interacting with Aomo all along, she thought he would be remarkable, fun, and well worth getting to know.

Whether it's the big brother who grows lonelier the more acquaintances he has, or Nian who seems optimistic but actually fears being alone, or Xi who is naturally taciturn and lacks a kindred spirit, these beast‑person incarnations always end up in the same loneliness.

The world changes too swiftly, yet the fragments of the giant beasts remain unchanged, making it all the harder to find peers.

Although this world is much better, and there are amiable compatriots like Yera constantly present, still we ought to make more friends in this world, right?

Since everyone settled down, they've been moving around far too little.

Even Nian, who used to run east and west without restraint, has become unusually cautious, her social circle only slowly expanding along her existing friends— nothing like the free‑and‑easy directness of before.

So when a special local 'peer' appears, she also feels a bit impatient.

But perhaps she's been a little too eager……

She began to realize she herself is no longer as carefree as before.

After all, trying to set up her sister's social life is already overstepping, and the present backlash makes her aware of how abnormal her mindset has become.

When discussing the impact of this new world, it seems she can't exclude herself from it.

Although it's merely a temporary imbalance in mindset, it still needs to be checked in time—but perhaps this too is a growing sign of becoming human.

Quarrels and bickering, joy, anger, sorrow, happiness— aren't these all just the human heart?

Just as the cowherd helped in keeping the ancient promise with humanity, and the weaver girl questioned that dazzling yet incomprehensible brilliance.

There is both the ordinary and sparse, and the ultimate brilliance.

Thus, when she looked again at the table— the big brother and sisters, each somewhat changed— she couldn't help but laugh out loud.

"Hahahaha……"

Amid the gazes of the brothers and sisters, her laughter could not be stopped.

And whether it's Xi, Nian, or Zhong Yue, their faces will eventually wear a similar smile.

Here, in this world, the fragments of the beast‑people are all like individuals; they too ultimately enjoy being people, viewing everything in this land from a perspective different from that of the ancient giant beasts.

And with themselves.

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【Nian: The invitation casually mentioned in the Blessing Gospel class earlier— let's just forget it, sorry sorry, I have a sister who's temporarily unavailable to meet you】

【Yuehuanshe:? No problem, I can understand】

【Nian：I also have a few big movie projects lined up recently; if you call me and I don't reply, that's normal】

【Yuehuanshe：Okay】

Full of doubt, he tapped this reply; Aomo had just set the light screen to standby dim mode, then saw it light up again.

It was actually a communication sent via the channel of that 'dead' action team from back then.

【Xi：Recently I've been busy with things; if you try to find me and I don't respond, that's normal; you can go find Nian】

【Yuehuanshe：…? Okay】

In the end, Aomo, who hadn't repeated Nian's words back, was somewhat at a loss, especially after the latter's sudden message…… This seemed to be the first time he had received a message from Miss Xi—not counting that one operation.

This kind of situation……

He turned his head, the other hand holding the secret key, and looked at Ling, whose face bore an embarrassed smile, silently twisting the bridge of his nose.

Forget it, I don't want to ask.