Ark, after I died, the operators started to love me.

She no longer had the courage to stay there. Ragna hurriedly left, wiping her mouth forcefully as she reached the door.

Mike watched her fleeing figure, a barely perceptible smile appearing on his lips, before turning his gaze back to the map of Sami.

There was something he didn't say earlier.

Elchi's frequent actions suggest that she has lost the ability to foresee the future, and the Sami heroes may very well have fallen into becoming the enemy of the entire Sami.

The demonic attacks occurring in various countries across this land indicate an intensification of enemy activity from the north, which has become humanity's number one enemy.

He couldn't help but think of someone.

If necessary, perhaps we should draw upon the power of the Moonlit Water.

……

Several days had passed since the battle at the Joint Exploration Association's headquarters, and convoys from other directions began to arrive one after another. When people heard that the Collapsed Entity had once occupied this place, they couldn't help but gasp in shock.

Countless letters spread in all directions, causing distress to those who came here. Sami's wealth was not so easily acquired, and he could lose his life at any moment.

Intelligence of the attack on headquarters was sent back to Columbia, and Rhine Labs, which had made positive contributions to the exploration, immediately sent back a telegram.

When Mike saw the telegram, he couldn't help but feel a pang of anxiety.

Rhine Life's current director, Serena, said she has dispatched a small team to provide support, including the head of the ecology department, Muirsay.

Looking at the name, Mike was momentarily unsure whether to set off immediately or stay and wait.

All the operators here already know his identity, and it probably can't be hidden from the sprite either.

Given that Quetzalcoatl Horhythia is clearly in a hostile relationship with the sprite, she will certainly not let this opportunity pass by to retaliate and further advance the relationship between the two.

What am I worried about?

Having already decided to become a scumbag, Mike temporarily put aside his inner unease.

Seria acted quickly; she must have prepared a contingency plan beforehand. Compared to the rather indifferent former governor Christensen, Ms. Vayvan's thoroughness is quite remarkable.

Excluding Aster, who was vacationing in Casimir, she was not very familiar with the current situation of Rhine Life, and Mike really should reassess the true strength of this technology company.

Thinking of this, he slapped his forehead. Besides Xingji, there was another employee of Rhine Life at the headquarters, whom he had completely overlooked in his busy schedule these past few days.

Magellan.

……

Typhon expected the team leader to request a meeting with Magellan, but the fact that they hadn't met yet after so long was something the Sarkaz girl hadn't anticipated. Could he have forgotten about it?

The girl thought to herself, "It's good that I forgot. If I hadn't, I would have prepared a contingency plan."

"Dumb Yu, when you see that person, just say this, understand? Don't listen to his sweet talk, you only have one life."

"Don't worry, don't worry, I've remembered everything you said, and I'll definitely reject him firmly."

Magellan walked confidently toward Mack's office, leaving Typhon standing there with a worried expression.

Based on her understanding of Daitouyu, anything that was repeatedly assured of could eventually lead to an unexpected outcome.

This involves life and death, so Magellan should consider this very carefully and not agree so easily; it would be best if he did not agree at all.

Meanwhile, Mac was unaware that Typhon was secretly sabotaging him, and he met Magellan as he had hoped.

Just like we remember, the little penguin was wearing a thick, warm coat, and its delicate face revealed a touch of silly, endearing clumsiness.

When Mike saw her, he immediately thought of someone else.

Skadi the orca.

They are both simple-minded.

67. I won't lock the door tonight.

Magellan looked at the man in front of him; this was the big bad guy Typhon had mentioned.

Of course, "big bad guy" is a childish term. Magellan, as a genius explorer, has to consider the feelings of the Sarkaz girl, while also wanting to observe up close what the so-called bad guy actually looks like.

But before she could speak, the man opposite her asked with a smile, "So, did it surprise you?"

"W-what?"

Magellan was taken aback, like a girl whose thoughts had been read, stammering and unsure how to answer.

Mike knew all too well about the relationship between Magellan and Typhon, and that the two girls certainly hadn't spoken well of him behind his back, but he also believed that Magellan must have his own judgment.

"So you already guessed it."

Despite his seemingly foolish appearance, Magellan is actually quite shrewd. With just a wink from Max, the explorer understood his meaning and gave him a shy smile.

"These are all unrelated topics. You know I don't care about these things. It's normal for me to get scolded by my employees."

Mike walked around the desk, but instead of going to Magellan, he went to the Sami map.

He pointed to a spot marked with a red line and said, “This is the Wall in the North. We only know about what’s inside the Wall, but once we’re outside, we’re completely in the dark. I’ve even heard that north of the Wall, any observation data becomes impractical, so I’d like to know your opinion.”

Magellan remembered what Typhon had told her before, and even though Mac had seen through her, she still tried her best to refuse, saying, "There are so many famous explorers at headquarters, why should it be my turn?"

Upon hearing this, Mike knew that Typhon had not only been badmouthing him behind his back, but had also spread rumors about him. He decided to deal with the Sarkaz girl later and resolve the immediate predicament first.

“Miss Magellan, I’ve heard of you. As you know, there are many Rhodes Island operators in my team. You used to be colleagues with them, and they speak highly of your expedition experience.”

Magellan thought about it carefully and realized that Mike was right. His team included not only Rhodes Island operators but also Rhine Lab employees.

On the surface, Horhys is in charge, claiming that the Melander Foundation is in charge, but in reality, the one pulling the strings is this man in front of us. Even Magellan has to have some doubts about his identity.

What kind of person could perfectly control so many outstanding individuals, not to mention that she also saw a long-lost figure in the team, Mr. Chongyue from Yan Kingdom.

“I’m sorry, Mr. Mike, compared to the more experienced exploration experts, my exploration experience is just like a child’s play. We all know that if an accident happens on the Sami Icefield, the consequences will be immeasurable.”

In fact, Magellan didn't need to give examples; the events that happened at his base alone were enough to scare away some young people who only verbally claimed they wanted to go on adventures.

If it's just to satisfy their curiosity, they only need to camp on the hills near their homes. But if it becomes a job, then everything they encounter in life becomes abhorrent.

This is probably what it means to hate the job you do.

Mike waited quietly for Magellan to finish speaking, thinking to himself that if he didn't show some real skill, the little penguin would probably really reject him the whole time.

He vowed to spank Typhon's ass in a little while.

“Miss Magellan, I’ve decided to persuade you, and I hope you won’t tell anyone what happens next.”

Magellan's eyes widened, not understanding what Mike was about to do.

The man raised his right hand, revealing a digital watch on his wrist. He pressed his fingers twice on the watch face, and his appearance was suddenly enveloped in a bright blue light. When the light faded, a completely different face appeared before Li Boli.

"A PhD?!"

Magellan was dumbfounded. The scene before her was like magic. In her mind, the person who had been dead had just reappeared in front of her in a grand manner.

too frightening.

Could it be that this place has also been invaded by evil spirits, that she has been corrupted, and that the doctor in front of her is a misconception of hers?

Just as Magellan made the resolute decision to awaken consciousness through self-harm, Mike quickly stepped forward and grabbed her hand.

"MaiMai, after all that I just said, you still couldn't guess who I am. Do you think anyone else besides me could gather so many operators and have them willingly work for me?"

Magellan thought about it carefully and realized that what Mike said made a lot of sense, but the scene in front of him was too bizarre, and he didn't know how to deal with it for a moment.

"Actually, my leaving Rhodes Island is part of a plan. As for the details of the plan, I can't tell you for now. I'm really asking for your help right now. I have to go to the North to find out what's going on there. It's a matter of life and death for this land."

Mike paused here: "But I'm not forcing you. If you insist on refusing me, I won't bother you anymore."

Magellan didn't speak, but puffed out his cheeks like a squirrel with its mouth full of acorns.

Her eyes were bloodshot as she gripped Mike's clothes tightly with both hands, refusing to let go. After a moment, Li Boli exhaled a breath of stale air and shouted, "The Doctor has really gone too far! He actually used death to deceive us!"

Unable to refute Magellan's accusations, Mac could only try to justify himself: "My departure was part of the plan. We must find out what threatens this land, and now is the crucial moment. If I have caused you any trouble, I apologize. If you wish for anything else in return, I can only hope that you can wait until I return from the North."

Mike grasped Magellan's hands, his gaze sincere. Every word he spoke came from the heart. Not long ago, Ragnar had been persuaded by him in the same way, and now it was Magellan's turn.

"Really?"

"real."

"You didn't lie to me?"

"I was just kidding, Pelosi."

Mike's answer made Magellan laugh, and Liberi covered his face, still unable to suppress his laughter: "Doctor's jokes are not funny at all. If Agent Perot hears this, she'll complain to Dr. Kal'tsit about you."

Mike gave a thumbs up: "I'm not afraid of Kal'tsit."

Magellan glared at him fiercely. "Aren't you afraid that your word doesn't count? If you're so capable, say it in front of Dr. Kal'tsit."

Li Boli's joy didn't last long before she remembered something else: "Does the Doctor really have to go north of the Great Wall? Is it absolutely necessary?"

“I have to go. I need to see it to feel at ease. This land is in turmoil. The trouble from the north has become a harbinger of disaster. Someone has to do something.”

"But I heard that the Sami heroes have already gone to the North."

Mike stated unequivocally, "While he is Sammy's hero, he didn't really solve the problem."

Magellan opened her mouth, but in the end she didn't say what was on her mind. However, she didn't refuse Mike either, and simply said, "I'll think about it, Doctor. I'll give you an answer by this time tomorrow."

Typhon was a close friend Magellan met on the Sami Icefield. The two went through a difficult time together, sharing life and death. Magellan could only break through Magellan's defenses by revealing his identity. As for whether he could gain the upper hand, it depended on Liberi's intentions.

If he couldn't get any useful information from Magellan, his journey to the North would become even more troublesome. If all else failed, he would have no choice but to seek help from Ragna or through the Sami people's unique divination methods.

The conversation didn't last long; Magellan practically fled Mac's office.

Typhon, who had been waiting outside, rushed up and asked, "So, did you reject him? I told you he's a bastard, right?"

Magellan nodded seriously: "Little Typhoon, you're right. He really is a bastard. I've seen through his true colors."

After saying that, Li Boli turned and left without revealing whether he had agreed or refused.

Typhon thought that since the two sides had gotten so into such an unpleasant situation, there was no need to continue the talks, and he gradually felt relieved.

Her real purpose was to stop Mike from crossing the Wall, a place far too dangerous for even the most experienced and highly skilled team to survive in such an extreme environment.

As time goes on, after crossing the Great Wall, the temperature will suddenly drop to below -50 degrees Celsius. Even if you travel between several research stations, it is difficult to guarantee that no accidents will happen.

In such an environment, an accident would mean death.

The Sami people say that returning to the River Styx is the beginning of a new life, but no one is willing to lose their life so easily.

Hopefully, Mike will back down.