Chapter 433: What? The Propagation Aeon has already perished? And it was finished off by the Preservation Aeon?!

"This is a gift for you. I waited in line for a long time to buy these pastries. I hope you like them."

Ruan Mei strode with her long, slender legs into Luo Feng's Astral Express.

With a serene smile on her face, she handed the gift she had prepared early on to Luo Feng.

"The pastries you like, Ruan Mei, must be delicious. I will savor them properly in a little while."

Luo Feng accepted the gift box with a smile.

Luo Feng was naturally very interested in these pastries, which even a Genius Society member like Ruan Mei—as mentioned in the game—had to wait in line to obtain.

"Speaking of which, when did you arrive at the space station, Ruan Mei?"

"Have you already met with Herta?"

Luo Feng asked curiously.

"I just arrived at the space station and have not yet met with Herta."

"However, she will likely know I have arrived very soon."

"Perhaps after a short while, she should come to find me to maintain the Simulated Universe."

"I have heard from Herta that you caused a major incident in the Simulated Universe again, and that you made the Simulated Universe crash once more."

Ruan Mei said.

"That can't be blamed on me. Who told the Propagation Aeon to aim its spearhead directly at me?"

"Come to think of it, you were the one who cultivated the prototypes for these Simulated Universe Aeons, right?"

"Couldn't you make those Aeons less aggressive when they face me?"

Luo Feng said.

【Kaveh: Culti... cultivated the prototypes of the Simulated Universe Aeons? Does that make her the mother of the Aeons in the Simulated Universe?】

【Faruzan: The Aeons in the Simulated Universe are linked to the Paths of the real world; the role Ruan Mei plays shouldn't qualify her for the identity of the Simulated Universe Aeons' mother.】

【Alhaitham: Even so, the fact that she can accomplish such a thing is already surprising enough.】

【Albedo: A genius who is also a member of the Genius Society alongside Herta is indeed no simple character.】

【Alice: Speaking of which, there is no projection of Ruan Mei's data in Herta's office. I wonder what research this lady conducted to receive a glimpse from Nous.】

"I only cultivated the prototypes for the Simulated Universe Aeons."

"The aggressiveness of the Aeons in the Simulated Universe toward you stems from the influence of their Paths in the real world."

"Although it is possible to limit the aggressiveness of the Aeons in the Simulated Universe through some forceful means..."

"If we did that, I'm afraid we wouldn't be able to obtain sufficiently accurate data."

Ruan Mei said.

"Alright, it doesn't affect me anyway."

"As long as you aren't worried about needing to maintain the Simulated Universe from time to time because of me, then it's fine."

Luo Feng shrugged and took a deep look at Ruan Mei before him.

"Speaking of which, Herta built the Swarm Disaster stage of the Simulated Universe..."

"That was because of your suggestion, right, Ruan Mei?"

"You wouldn't happen to be curious about the Propagation Aeon because of your identity as a biologist, would you?"

Luo Feng asked.

"I do not deny that." Ruan Mei nodded and said:

"Life possesses conceptual beauty, such as the symmetry of its genetic numbers and the structural beauty of its spiral patterns."

"Every living creature in the world has unique genes and unique beauty."

"However, the life created by the Propagation Aeon is different from all other creatures in the world."

"The Swarm's method of reproduction and their genes are far too special."

"If possible, I hope to learn more about 【Propagation】."

Hearing these words and looking at Ruan Mei's earnest expression, Luo Feng nodded in understanding.

After all, this fit Ruan Mei's identity as a biologist perfectly.

"Lord Luo Feng, are these the passengers you brought to the space station?"

Ruan Mei turned her head to look at Signora, Cloud Retainer, Lisa, and Nahida.

Facing a genius like Ruan Mei, Signora and the others immediately wore smiles.

Although Herta Space Station belonged to Herta, Ruan Mei might also be someone who had a say on the station.

Signora and the others still wanted to gain more benefits from the Herta Space Station, so they naturally wanted to leave a good impression on Ruan Mei.

"That's right. Besides them, there is also a guy codenamed 'Dottore' doing research in the space station's laboratory."

Luo Feng nodded at Ruan Mei and looked at Signora, Lisa, and the others.

"You heard our conversation earlier, right? This is Miss Ruan Mei."

"She is also a member of the Genius Society and one of the developers of the Simulated Universe."

"The fact that you can experience such a realistic world in the Simulated Universe is partly thanks to her."

Luo Feng said.

Hearing this, Signora, Cloud Retainer, and the others politely nodded at Ruan Mei in acknowledgment.

Ruan Mei also smiled and responded to each of them.

【Yanfei: This Miss Ruan Mei is truly approachable.】

【Beidou: Yeah, I thought everyone who developed the Simulated Universe was as arrogant as Herta.】

【Xiangling: I don't know why, but I always feel that this Ruan Mei is very easy to get close to.】

【Ningguang: Perhaps it is because Miss Ruan Mei's attire is somewhat similar to Liyue's. Maybe she is the Luofu Xianzhou native that Lord Luo Feng mentioned.】

【And, I seem to have some impression of the instrument she carries on her back.】

【Madame Ping: There is a similar instrument in Liyue to the one she carries on her back.】

【Yanfei: I remember it being a Ruan, right? Madame Ping, you can play the Ruan too, can't you?】

【Ningguang: I see. If Miss Ruan Mei is truly a Luofu Xianzhou native, perhaps it will be easier for Liyue and the Luofu Xianzhou to exchange culture in the future.】

"Ruan Mei is the 81st member of the Genius Society and an expert in the field of life sciences."

"It is rumored that she gained the attention of Nous through her talent and astonishing persistence."

"Because Ruan Mei studies life sciences..."

"Most of her achievements are linked to the field of life."

Seeing the curiosity in the eyes of Signora and Lisa, Luo Feng smiled and introduced some of Ruan Mei's minor achievements.

"Speaking of which, why didn't Herta leave a projection of you in her office?"

"That way, I wouldn't have to go out of my way to educate my passengers on your achievements."

Luo Feng asked, looking at Ruan Mei with some confusion.

"That was my request. I do not wish to be so high-profile."

Ruan Mei shook her head and said.

"I see." Luo Feng nodded slightly and looked at Signora, Lisa, Nahida, Cloud Retainer, and the others:

"There, I have introduced you to a true genius of the universe."

"If you have any topics you wish to discuss, you had better seize the opportunity."

【Sucrose: Ca, can we ask Miss Ruan Mei questions?!】

【Kaveh: Hey, hey, hey, is there really such a good opportunity?!】

【Alhaitham: If it's just asking questions, Ruan Mei might not necessarily be willing to answer us.】

"Luo Feng, do you need me to give them a lecture?"

Ruan Mei asked curiously.

"That depends on your own thoughts."

"You don't need to do it for my sake."

"If you are interested in giving them some pointers, then do so."

"If you aren't interested, then forget it."

"I only brought them here for a tour; I am not responsible for their schooling."

Luo Feng said. ===== CHAPTER 434 =====