Saiyan stowaways on the Ark

Amiya did not comment on the feasibility of the training, but instead explained to Tomat whether the production of the training equipment was feasible.

She thought for a moment and continued:

“I think the people at Rhine Life might be better suited to make that device for Mr. Thomas.”

Rhine Labs, an organization occasionally mentioned by the operators around him, was one that Thomas had never deliberately learned about. He only knew that his combat suit was being studied by a researcher at Rhine Labs named Mel.

"Although they are also scientific research and medical organizations, they have made great achievements in high-tech research and development. Rhode Island now has a cooperative relationship with them, and Mr. Thomas has also provided them with research materials. It should be feasible for you to contact them."

"Ah! I remember now, that Sarkaz girl who always likes spicy food also said she was from Rhine Lab."

After hearing what she knew, Gummy also spoke up, saying that before this, she was probably the only one still striking the various poses that Tomat had suggested.

"Is it someone who likes spicy food again?"

Thomas still remembers the dish that was thirty times spicy that year.

"No, that person was just a Rhine Lab representative who came to Rhodes Island for treatment. Other authorities were probably also attending a medical conference convened by Dr. Kal'tsit."

As Amiya explained, she pointed out a feasible path for Tomat.

If the Rhine Labs can indeed help him complete the construction of the gravity chamber, it will undoubtedly help him recover his strength more quickly.

Even on this "relatively peaceful" planet, he used the medical equipment in his small boat to treat himself, thus completing a near-death recovery that he had never done before.

As for what a near-death recovery means, no one knows better than him.

"Then I'll go find those people after the meeting."

This plan is worth a try.

Furthermore, if the gravity chamber can be successfully developed, the people of Rhodes Island can use a lower gravity to train themselves and improve their basic strength, which would also eliminate the need for him to always take action—and also allow Winter to devote herself to a long-term training program, so she doesn't have to come looking for him all the time, which is a win-win situation.

"You used to train yourself with that kind of thing?" Winter couldn't hide her eagerness, and the round ears on her head twitched from time to time.

"That's right, but you'd better pray that such a thing can't be made."

Thomas looked at Winter, who was still completely unaware of what was happening, and shook his head while laughing.

"If that thing is made, your hard times are about to begin."

Even if Thomas didn't advocate it, he didn't think that Dubin, as a devilish instructor, would let go of such training equipment that would be like an execution in the eyes of normal people. After all, she usually trained her agents with the mindset of interrogating prisoners. The only difference was that she would stop when you had recovered enough and then let you continue to suffer.

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[Main Text] A Guide to Wandering in Rhodes Island: Chapter 41 Rhine Lab

"...In conclusion, Rhodes Island has obtained important materials for research on Oripathy. Although they were severely damaged due to unforeseen circumstances, the remaining materials are still valuable research material. It is hoped that every physician present can participate in the corresponding research and make progress in Oripathy-related research as soon as possible."

The medical staff meeting that Kal'tsit had suddenly initiated was nearing its end. During the meeting, she had explained the current situation and future direction to the members of Rhodes Island and relevant organizations with important cooperative value.

"Not only are they ancient creatures that existed before the advent of Originium, but they also possess resistance to infection like 'those Agorians'... Such creatures have always been regarded as legendary or taboo beings. If this is indeed the case, it would indeed be a major step forward in Oripathy research, perhaps even leading to a complete cure..."

The libori woman with tawny hair repeated in a flat tone words that were revolutionary to these medical researchers. She freed her hand from her wide sleeve, gently pushed up her semi-circular glasses, and quickly glanced at the silver-haired Vaivaan woman sitting next to her with a gaze that avoided eye contact.

The two sides did not communicate using any secret signals, but the latter, as if pre-arranged, immediately followed up in a loud and formal tone after Li Boli finished speaking:

“Dr. Kal'tsit, I don’t have any negative doubts about your purpose or personality. It’s just that it’s hard to believe that you suddenly told us that these creatures do exist and have been captured by your company, let alone that you would share them directly with us as a partner organization.”

“I understand your concerns, Miss Saria. To disclose research that seems to have only benefits and could be classified as a national secret to other organizations, or even invite them to participate, without their consent.” Nearl, who was speaking, was still wearing her armor even during the meeting, just like the woman she called Saria, who had brought her shield to the meeting. “It sounds too kind, even untrustworthy—even if this is what a healer should do.”

Terra has been ravaged by natural disasters, and its people are suffering from Oripathy.

At this time, a method for treating Oripathy was discovered, and the person sought like-minded individuals to study it together.

This is entirely in line with the behavior of a doctor.

But when this kind of "how it should be" behavior actually occurs now, it only arouses suspicion and distrust.

Even the most obvious acts of kindness are shrouded in gloom in the face of the malice that is so prevalent in the world.

"You can monopolize this research and technology, and even use it to become the largest entity on Terra. Any city-state or even country will flock to you. Your decisions can make infected people all over the world fight for you or hate you to the bone—your selflessness is too suspicious in terms of influence and interests."

Although Saria has stated that her words were not malicious, her explanation was enough to make all the medical staff on Rhodes Island frown.

It's not just because the content is too harsh and sharp, but also because what she said is indeed true.

"Tsk, why are you so unpleasant? Surely we wouldn't make up something like this to harm you? Or do you think that being a doctor on Rhodes Island means having to do 'business plans' like you Rhine Labs?"

Kal'tsit should have been the one to respond to Saria's concerns, but her sharp words had already displeased some of the more short-tempered operators.

"boom!!"

The Adakris woman with long green hair spoke in an overtly aggressive tone, leaning back and supporting herself only on the two chair legs, placing her booted feet together on the conference table, while her thick tail lashed out at the floor.

“The cost of repairing the floor will be deducted from your salary, Gavial—as for Miss Seria’s question, I can only say one thing, and whether that word can convince the people of Rhine Lab is not up to me.”

Gavial swallowed his anger and, under Kal'tsit's gaze, put his legs off the table. Then, Kal'tsit addressed Saria and the Liberi:

"Because we intend to do this seriously, and Rhodes Island needs your assistance."

4:00 PM, outside the Rhode Island conference room.

The lengthy meeting officially adjourned after the representatives from Rhine Life and the director of Rhode Island Medical Center reached a consensus.

But this is just the beginning. Formal research and endless academic discussions await all medical staff on Rhodes Island.

Everyone is prepared to work overtime, hoping to take advantage of the relatively peaceful lull in the schedule to achieve more progress.

Some people wore expressions of pride and excitement at participating in such an important project, while others more realistically showed signs of weariness from having their vacation ruined. However, it was clear that no one wanted to back down from this crucial research.

With a stern face, Seria followed closely behind the Liberian woman, leaving the conference room last.

The former was because she always had that expression, but the latter had a thoughtful and complicated expression on her face, staring at the ground, walking slowly as if she wasn't afraid of bumping into someone.

"Hime~ Saria~ You guys finally finished your meeting?"

The energetic shout came from a blond Sarkaz girl with two black crystal-like horns on her head. Her clothes were similar to those of the Liberi she called Himer, covering her body like a cloak, but they were not enough to conceal the black crystals on her arms that indicated her status as an infected person.

"Ifrit? Shouldn't you be in the medical ward? You shouldn't be causing trouble for the doctors at Rhodes Island."

Even when reprimanded in a relatively mild tone, Himer looked up at the Sarkaz girl in front of her because she was shorter than her, as if she was about to stand on tiptoe and knock her on the head at any moment.

"...Who is the man next to you?"

Saria left the matter of caring for this seemingly troublesome Sarkaz girl to Himeru, while she herself kept a close eye on someone standing behind Ifrit.

“Ah, Saria, this is Tomat, an operator from Rhodes Island, quite an interesting guy!” Ifrit introduced Tomat, who had appeared nearby at some point and was waiting with her for the meeting to end.

“...Interesting?” Saria stared intently at Tomat, tilting her head and her arms, which were crossed over her chest, seemed to clench into fists slightly.

[Main Text] Rhodes Island Walk Guide: Chapter 42 Have you heard the story of "Originium Journey"?

Rhine Life Sciences is a medical-related life science research organization headquartered in Colombia.

Like Rhodes Island, it has made considerable achievements in the research and treatment of Oripathy, and also possesses a certain degree of armed combat capability. This is not surprising, since organizations without armed capabilities disappear at a rate roughly the same as lucky settlements randomly selected and destroyed by natural disasters.

However, the difference lies in the fact that Rhodes Island claims to be a purely medical research organization and will not get involved in anything outside of this field, while Rhine Lab promotes itself as a high-tech research organization.

This includes, but is not limited to, weapons research, vehicle development, and the production of new types of drones.

Although they have been accused of conducting inhumane research into Originium Arts or putting untested new weapons on the market, Rhine Labs has maintained a relatively positive image and good reputation as the accusers have become commonplace missing persons in Columbia.

As for the cooperation with Rhodes Island, it was because, in addition to the collaboration on Oripathy research, they also sent an internal staff member with a relatively serious infection to receive treatment here—after all, Rhodes Island is the recognized expert in Oripathy treatment.

That person was a Sarkaz girl named Ifrit.

Therefore, the Rhine Lab members who were dispatched for research collaborations also served as her guardians.

When Himer—the senior researcher at Rhine Lab—noticed that Seria had changed her posture because of what Ifrit had said, she knew that her colleague, with whom she had a "deep connection," was about to display her excessive protectiveness again.

Of course, it could also be described as "normal precautions taken in accordance with security protocols".

Hamer could only shake his head at the foreseeable future, expressing his helplessness with a resigned expression.

It was nothing more than Saria scaring away anyone near Ifrit with her serious words once again, and then asking with a puzzled look why the people she had "normally reminded" never appeared near Ifrit again.

"Yes, he said a lot of interesting things!"

Clearly, Ifrit didn't understand what Saria was going to do next, and continued to happily introduce her to Tomat, whom she had only known for a few tens of minutes.

After all, in Ifrit's heart, the two people in front of her were always people she respected and loved.

Since I've encountered something worth talking about, I'll naturally tell them too.

"Really?"

Saria tilted her head to the other side, then lowered her arms from her chest and slowly walked towards Tomat.

Although she was a woman, she was nearly identical to Tomat. Tomat looked her into the eyes and replied:

"I didn't say much, I just chatted with her to pass the time while waiting for the meeting to end."

Thomas simply followed his memory to the room outside the meeting room where he had previously held a meeting, and happened to run into Ifrit, who had arrived on the island earlier than him but whom he had never met before.

Ifrit's cheerful and straightforward nature led her to strike up a conversation with Tomat—and when she learned that Tomat was looking for Himer and Seria, she was even more sensitive and irritable than usual because he was related to the people she loved.

They chatted casually, and Thomas mentioned his experiences from when he arrived on the island until now. Unexpectedly, Ifrit showed surprising enthusiasm and interest in Thomas's chaotic experiences.

Generally speaking, it would be difficult for other people to believe it.

"Ifrit said you wanted to see us about something?"

Although Ifrit's account of her new "friend's" experiences was fragmented, Himer still understood that Thomas had come to them as a Rhodes Island operator who needed something. So, before Saria could react, Himer intervened between Saria and Thomas, introducing herself as follows:

"Hello, I am Olivia Himer, a researcher at Rhine Lab, codename 'Slience'."

She extended her hand and shook hands with Tomat as a greeting.

"Yes, it's a consultation for the research project. I'm Thomas, and I don't have an operator codename yet, just call me by my first name."

Then, Tomat turned to Saria, who had already extended her hand as if she had been waiting for a long time—and Saria took her hand.

While Saiyan skin is durable, it is also sensitive.

As a female researcher, Himer's hands naturally had a more delicate and soft feel.

But Saria is different; her hands, covered with calluses of varying thicknesses, already indicate that she is a true fighter.

Tomat has no calluses on his hands because he rarely needs to use his fists or carry weapons.

Kal'tsit once said that he was "the hand of the strong, not the hand of the warrior" because someone who has survived to this day without weapons and fists may not be a warrior, but he is definitely a strong person.