Ling Cage: Twelve Talismans? I have everything I need.

Chapter 193 Small Pendant

Dong Mu continued, "In addition, based on the technical data of the potential activation device that you shared, we have already begun manufacturing and deployment."

"The first batch of equipment will be prioritized for the most elite forces in Heluo and some rigorously selected personnel. We need to quickly build a special combat force with 'source potential' to deal with any unforeseen events that may occur in the future."

Yang Chen agreed with this.

Bai Yuekui said, "Unleashing potential is only the first step; subsequent training and ability development are also crucial. We can share Dragonbone Village's experience in cultivating Awakened Walkers."

"That would be wonderful." Dong Mu responded immediately. "Xia Qinghe will handle the details of the training system and personnel exchanges with you."

After the business was concluded, the atmosphere in the office eased up a bit.

Looking at the young couple from the post-apocalyptic world before him, Dongmu was filled with mixed emotions.

"You two..." Dongmu paused, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end it turned into a simple word of advice, "Take care. No matter which world you are in, your safety is of utmost importance."

Yang Chen smiled, his tone still relaxed: "Don't worry, we'll be fine."

Since he came into this world, apart from being unable to change the ecosystem, he has never even suffered a scratch.

After seeing Dong Mu off, only Yang Chen, Bai Yuekui, and Bai Jingyu remained in the office.

Bai Jingyu looked at Yang Chen and Bai Yuekui and said, "Things here have been initially set up. With the full support of Heluo, resources and manpower will be much smoother."

He then changed the subject: "However, there's another problem. What should we do with the Mana primordial body that's sleeping at the bottom of the sea in our world? Should we just leave it there indefinitely?"

Upon hearing this, Yang Chen pondered for a moment before replying, "Father-in-law, the village over there is still under expansion, and Base No. 3 has only recently taken in Professor Horn and Heluo's team. It needs time to digest and stabilize. My idea is to move the initial bodies from here over there in a few years."

There are interactions between the ecosystems that they cannot see. They don't know if moving the original body from here will cause them to whisper to each other or cause other troubles.

He paused for a moment: "However, we really can't just leave it on the seabed like this. We can salvage it first and find a safe place to store and monitor it."

"Yes, I'll have ASH start planning immediately." Seeing that the two had already made up their minds, Bai Jingyu didn't ask any more questions. He was confident in Yang Chen's abilities.

"Speaking of ASH," he seemed to suddenly remember something, "we haven't communicated with those people in the Hela Empire yet. If we tell them the truth, they might even come to steal ASH first."

He looked at the ASH holographic projection in the center of the office: "But to be honest, with ASH's current capabilities, it could easily create a small account, carefully package it, and proactively 'give' it to them. Let them think they've obtained the super artificial intelligence they've always dreamed of..."

Bai Yuekui nodded slightly upon hearing this: "ASH, what do you think?"

ASH's voice rang out: "It's technically feasible."

“I can integrate my previous iteration data, which will demonstrate my learning and evolution capabilities, but in terms of the underlying logic and ultimate control, it is entirely under my control.”

"Then it's settled." Bai Jingyu made the final decision.

"Heluo will also indirectly convey some of the true information about the Mana ecosystem to the Hela Empire's high command, directing resources and energy in the right direction. A stable Hela Empire that is willing to work together to deal with crises is better than a crazy madman who could ignite a war at any time."

“As long as they begin to regard the mana ecosystem as the primary threat, then at least before the ecological crisis fully erupts, we may be able to maintain a relatively peaceful global situation and concentrate our efforts on research and preparation.”

"Yes, when things are about right, I'll take those people to see for themselves." Yang Chen nodded. "If they still don't understand..."

Then we can only go to the Dragon Blast and Dragon Blast demonstration to show the stats and controls.

"Alright, we've pretty much covered the important business." Bai Jingyu stretched. "Let's go. We've been busy for a while now, let's go home first."

"Teresa said that Little Kui has been talking about you for a long time."

When Xiao Yuekui was mentioned, Bai Jingyu's face lit up with a doting smile.

Knowing what the future held, Bai Jingyu cared for his children even more. The three headed towards the Bai family home.

In the living room, Theresa was carrying a fruit platter out of the kitchen. When she saw the three of them, she was slightly taken aback, then smiled gently and said, "You're back? Perfect timing, the food will be ready soon."

Almost simultaneously, a petite figure rushed down the stairs from the second floor, heading straight for Yang Chen with a clear objective.

"Yang Chen!"

Xiao Yuekui's voice was filled with excitement and a little bit of grievance. She ran up to Yang Chen, hugged his leg, and looked up at him with pleading eyes.

"You haven't been back for so long! I've missed you so much!"

Although she had her mother and brother with her at home during this time, she always felt that something was missing because Yang Chen and Bai Yuekui were not around.

Yang Chen, in particular, would play with her, perform "magic" for her, take her flying into the sky, and show her all sorts of novel things.

Yang Chen's heart softened at Xiao Yuekui's straightforward expression of longing. He bent down and easily picked her up, smiling as he gently stroked her little nose with his finger.

"It's only been a short time since we last met. I think you just want me to take you out to play, don't you?"

"No, that's not it!" Little Yuekui hugged his neck and mumbled softly, "I just missed you... and so did I, sister!"

She also pulled Bai Yuekui, who was standing quietly beside her, into the conversation.

Bai Yuekui looked at herself clinging to Yang Chen and acting coquettishly, then stepped forward and gently stroked Yuekui's hair.

Teresa watched this scene, shaking her head with a smile: "Xiao Kui has been peeking out the window these past few days, always asking if you're back yet. Go wash your hands and get ready for dinner. Xiao Tian, ​​stop playing and come down to eat!"

She called out to the upstairs.

"Okay—" Xiaoyuetian's drawn-out voice came from upstairs.

Yang Chen carried Xiao Yuekui to the bathroom. The little guy still clung to his neck and wouldn't let go, chattering about what he had done and what books he had read at home these past few days.

The atmosphere at the dining table was harmonious.

Xiao Yuekui insisted on sitting between Yang Chen and Bai Yuekui, serving food to Yang Chen one moment and whispering in Bai Yuekui's ear the next, as if she wanted to make up for all the things she hadn't said during this time.

While shoveling food into her mouth, Xiaoyuetian complained, "Tsk, you heartless bastard, why weren't you this enthusiastic when I was reading with you?"

Xiao Yuekui made a face at him: "Because you always fall asleep while watching."

After dinner, Xiao Yuekui stayed close to Yang Chen, as if afraid he would disappear again.

It wasn't until Teresa urged her to take a shower and go to bed that she reluctantly let go of Yang Chen's clothes and was led upstairs by Teresa, looking back every few steps.

"Remember to take me out to play tomorrow!" she reminded loudly before going upstairs.

"Okay, I'll take you out to play tomorrow," Yang Chen agreed with a smile.

As Xiao Yuekui's figure disappeared around the corner of the stairs, the living room fell silent for a moment.

Bai Yuekui looked at Yang Chen and teased, "The human-shaped pendant is gone?"

Yang Chen chuckled, reached out and put his arm around her waist, pulling her into his embrace, and whispered, "What's wrong, Boss Bai? Are you in a bad mood?"

Bai Yuekui rolled her eyes at him, didn't reply, and let him hug her.

(End of this chapter)