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Jufeng walked down the corridor and entered the elevator, listening to Tony's explanation in the conference room. He couldn't help but smile sarcastically, directed at Shangguan Wangyu.
Jufeng said, "When it comes to discussing conspiracies, we are truly no match for you. You have exhausted every opportunity to your advantage, even turning our life-and-death duel into a backdrop that showcases your Huankezhao strength."
The green leaves complement the red flower, yet the red flower is a heartless thing.
"I am a businessman, not a politician or a martial arts master. I must fully utilize my strengths to remain invincible, don't you think?"
A smile of self-evidence appeared on Shangguan Wangyu's lips. In truth, one could tell that if he had a slightly thinner skin, he would not have reached this point.
The elevator ascended to the fifth floor of the Simulation Laboratory. Upon opening the door, they found another person waiting inside—Cao Ke, also known as Cao General, the other protagonist of this confrontation.
In the vast Virtual Laboratory, Cao Ke stood alone like a solitary cactus.
Cao Ke's gaze turned toward the door as it opened. There were many people; it was impossible to see them all at once. However, Cao Ke could always focus first on the woman he had cherished throughout his first half of life and would likely reminisce about alone in his later years.
One's feelings for another can often be discerned from that first glance—whether it is hatred, affection, distant indifference, or sweet shyness; it can all be reflected through the windows of the soul. All of Cao Ke's emotions for Jiang Xue were poured into that unguarded yet most genuine glance.
Everyone understood; Jiang Xue seemed oblivious to it all and looked calmly at Cao Ke.
Their eyes met, and in silence, sparks flew.
Without pausing their steps, both parties arrived at a point where Shangguan Wangyu walked over to Cao Ke. Then he gestured in mid-air, and more than ten assistants in white lab coats emerged.
"I'll head to the Data Room and wait for you all. There will surely be much to discuss before the final showdown."
It was unclear who Shangguan Wangyu was addressing with this statement as he turned and left. Vera looked at Jufeng with a questioning gaze. Jufeng nodded and followed Shangguan Wangyu.
The ten or so assistants entered two Simulation Chambers first, waiting for Civilization and Cao Ke to join them, leaving only Civilization and three others behind.
Jiang Xue's expression behind her thin glasses seemed somewhat unnatural; however, she chose to speak first.
"I'm sorry."
The three words struck Cao Ke's heart like a sharp sword, causing a wave of panic and pain to wash over him.
Wenming seemed unprepared for Jiang Xue to start with those words, even though they were perhaps the most fitting opening at that moment.
But the more straightforward and concise the opening, the more it could hurt.
He continued, "This match today will not be our final confrontation. I hope we can find a peaceful resolution and bring this chapter to a satisfying close. I'll wait for you inside..."
With that, Wenming turned and walked toward the Simulation Chamber, leaving Jiang Xue and Cao Ke behind.
A lonely man and woman had spent eight years together in Huankezhao. It was both a slow-burn affection and love at first sight. Jiang Xue was like a lively deer, always searching for a tranquil forest with a babbling brook, a silent sanctuary where she could freely dwell.
And Wenming was that forest.
Loving Wenming was truly delightful—so delightful that Jiang Xue could hardly believe there was someone in the world who understood her better than she understood herself. With just a glance, a gesture, or even a fleeting thought, he could grasp her meaning, and every action he took afterward would leave her feeling fulfilled.
Moreover, he was so handsome, so intelligent, and so exceptional; in just a few short years, he had risen to the rank of Red-Class Mecha Pilot. Whenever she faced difficulties or felt troubled, he could always pinpoint her issues with clarity, bringing her joy and effortlessly resolving her problems.
In this foreign land for eight years, immersed in research, how could she have persevered without Wenming's companionship?
She had long melted into his being; he had become an integral part of her life. Choosing anyone else would feel like asking for her own demise. So how could Cao Ke ever have a chance?
"Did I arrive too late?"
Cao Ke asked softly, like a girl on an autumn afternoon, lazily combing her hair while speaking to a wilting bud on a branch.
Her voice trembled slightly.
Jiang Xue didn't know how to answer such a question, as Cao Ke was also a prodigy, equally outstanding and beyond reproach. During the time he pursued her, Cao Ke had shown a delicate and tender side that contrasted with his flamboyant mecha piloting skills. Jiang Xue believed that if a carefree girl were to encounter Cao Ke, she would surely be lost in his embrace.
However, that girl was not her. She had already embraced civilization; her heart was closed, the key buried deep in the cosmos—how could it ever be opened again?
Jiang Xue recalled a philosophical saying that might help ease the atmosphere at this moment.
"It doesn't matter if it's late; everyone's appearance is at the right time, and everyone's disappearance is inevitable."
Cao Ke's strong body tensed slightly. He wanted to grasp Jiang Xue's shoulders and pull her tightly into his arms. Yet he knew he couldn't do that; it would betray his intentions and hurt her heart.
Cao Ke had never believed in the laws of fate, except when it came to love.
Since he couldn't force it, he could only accept his fate, but this acceptance only applied to matters of love. The confrontation with civilization did not fall under this category, nor did Jiang Xue's research achievements.
"I will give it my all later. This isn't just about him and me; it's also about you. I'm curious about the level of your research technology—whether it can truly enable him to surpass me in strength or bridge the gap between us. I hope that the person I love can surprise me after hurting me, offering me some comfort."
Jiang Xue nodded, a hint of melancholy in her voice. "I don't know what will happen when you meet on the battlefield in the future; I hope you both survive. But for now, at least this battle doesn't involve life and death. I hope you both can enjoy it—that's enough. Just like Ming said earlier, let's put a perfect ending on this Eight Years."
Cao Ke slowly lifted the corners of his mouth into a smile, though it appeared bittersweet.
"Will you remember this past? This part about me?"
Jiang Xue thought for a moment and then nodded seriously. She just didn't speak; at that time, she wanted to reminisce about this past with civilization.
Seeing Jiang Xue's response made Cao Ke smile even more.
Then they both turned around and left.
This turn might become a final farewell; if they could recall this past in the future, the memories would likely end here.
In the Data Room, Jiang Xue pushed the door open and walked straight to a machine. She inserted the chip in her hand into it and began decrypting the output, only finishing after a considerable amount of time.
Meanwhile, in the two Simulation Chambers outside, two individuals were also ready.
Shangguan Wangyu looked at Jiang Xue, silently asking if it was time to begin.
Jiang Xue responded without words, her actions speaking for her.
She pressed the start button.
Then Shangguan Wangyu pressed his start button as well.
In the first-floor venue, the massive Virtual Screen suddenly displayed the silhouettes of two mechas, and the previously noisy hall fell into complete silence.
(To be continued)
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