I'm in Morioh, just joined a chat group for cute girls.

Hachiman Kairin spoke abruptly, her voice as direct as ever, yet carrying an undeniable weight: "Last night, we all saw it. The contracts, laws, and social rules we hold are meaningless here. Power is the only universal currency."

She's right... The way that man looked when he killed someone... It was like he was crushing an insect... The bloody scene flashed through Ruomai's mind, and her stomach began to churn again.

She forced herself to suppress her discomfort, and her inner utilitarianism began to run rampant.

Power... Yes, that man possessed absolute power.

If they want to go back, the only way is through him.

"Hailin is right."

Xiangzi picked up the conversation, her gaze sweeping over everyone before finally settling on Ruoye Mu, who had been keeping her head down and whose expression was obscured. "The only thing we can do now is adapt to this place and survive."

She took a deep breath, as if she had made a final decision.

"Since we've gotten this far, there must be a way back. Until then, we must survive. As trainee operators at Rhodes Island, at least we have a safe place to stay and a channel to gather intelligence. I will find a way... to get back."

Sanjiao Chuhua had been staring intently at Xiangzi. At this moment, she nodded vigorously, as if Xiangzi's words were the only truth: "Yes, I believe in Xiao Xiang."

Just then, the dormitory doorbell rang.

"Dong dong."

The five people immediately became alert and looked at each other in bewilderment.

Who could it be in the dead of night?

Xiangzi stood up, walked to the door, and glanced at the monitor. On the screen was Amiya's youthful and gentle face, and behind her was a hooded doctor who looked somewhat... absent-minded.

"It's Miss Amiya and the Doctor."

Xiangzi turned around and whispered something, then opened the door.

Good evening, did I disturb you?

Amiya smiled, carrying a paper bag in her hand. "The Doctor and I saw that you were new here and might not be used to things yet, so we brought some Rhodes Island snacks. These are freshly baked chocolate chip cookies from the logistics department; they're delicious."

The professor peeked out from under his hood, his eyes curiously scanning the girls in the dormitory, especially their brightly colored hair.

Wow, your hair color, is it real? It's so beautiful. Like a rainbow.

Her words carried a childlike innocence, completely lacking the authority expected of a supreme leader.

This unexpected, heartwarming visit instantly eased the tense atmosphere in the dormitory.

The girls stood up somewhat awkwardly, watching Amiya and the Doctor place the snacks on the table.

The doctor even moved closer to Mu, tilting his head to look at her long, smooth green hair, and made a "hmm..." sound, which made Mu subconsciously take a half step back.

Amiya tugged at the doctor's sleeve, a little embarrassed: "Doctor, don't do that, you'll scare the new colleague."

She turned to the group and smiled apologetically. "I'm sorry, the doctor... is always very curious about new things. Please, everyone, don't be shy, have a seat. We're just here to chat and get to know each other."

Amiya's gentleness and the Doctor's naiveté acted like a warm current, easing the fear of the unknown in the girls' hearts.

They began to try to communicate with the two Rhodes Island leaders, and the atmosphere gradually became more relaxed.

Meanwhile, in Vishdel's dormitory.

"Speaking of it,"

Vishdale rolled over, propped himself up on his elbows, and looked down at Gu Ye beneath him, his long white hair cascading down like a waterfall. "I've wanted to say this in the group chat for a few days now, but I haven't had the chance. Chen... that policewoman from Lungmen, she wanted me to ask you to see if there's any way to save her sister."

Gu Ye opened his eyes. "Talulah?"

"uh-huh,"

Vishdale lightly traced the outline of Gu Ye's lips with his fingertip. "That woman is currently locked up in Rhodes Island's 'little dark room,' and her body is still possessed by the consciousness of some 'Black Serpent.' That stubborn Chen, after every mission, has to go and chat with an empty shell. Tsk, it's really unbearable to watch."

Gu Ye quickly reviewed the relevant information in his mind. That thing was similar to a mental imprint, deeply rooted in Talulah's soul, feeding on her inner pain and hatred.

To completely separate them, I cannot do so with my current abilities without any chance of success.

There isn't a good solution for the time being.

Gu Ye confessed, "Forcibly expelling her might tear her soul apart as well."

"Oh, never mind if you don't have it."

Vishdale didn't seem surprised. She shrugged, her usual nonchalant grin returning. "I was just asking casually; after all, the way she looked when she begged me was quite amusing. Okay, business is business..."

She licked her sharp canine teeth and bent down.

"Let's try again."

The next morning.

Yutenji Wakame got up very early.

She spent more time grooming herself in front of the mirror than she usually does before a live stream.

Her base makeup was flawless and clear, and the perfectly applied eyeliner and mascara made her rose-colored eyes appear larger and brighter, sparkling with a carefully calculated brilliance.