Passionate emotions expressed Sarah's vision of the grand future she had planned.
If Lord Originator, who already possessed omniscient and omnipotent power, could obtain a body capable of thoroughly unleashing his mighty force within this world...
Then the perfect world He spoke of would inevitably descend along with it!
However, Sarah's visions and words were completely baffling to Bolinger, who had never seen the scene from those memories.
Although he had heard about these matters through intelligence passed on by that person, he could only understand the content through written descriptions. He could not comprehend the magnificence that one would only truly feel when witnessing it with their own eyes.
Based on existing intelligence and Sarah's words, he inferred...
Finally, he asked with some uncertainty:
"The monster figure you saw... could it be the complete form of that monster incubated within Nineveh?"
When his guess was not denied by Sarah, Bolinger, who already possessed comprehensive intelligence on the previous operation thanks to someone actively reporting to him, couldn't help but frown slightly.
He couldn't help but pursue the question:
"Although that monster hadn't been fully born yet, hasn't the data on the collected embryo status already been confirmed?"
Recalling the information in that data, Bolinger said with certainty:
"Has this newly discovered virus been entirely affected by Ether corrosion, and has it now undergone varying degrees of mutation because of it?"
Speaking to this point, Bolinger became even more puzzled.
"Under these circumstances where mutation has already occurred, how do you intend to reproduce and cultivate its originally correct form?"
But regarding Bolinger's persistent questioning, Sarah, who had recovered from her original excitement to a normal state, did not reveal everything to him as she had before.
Instead, she shook her head and said:
"Specifically how to reproduce it is the matter I need to be responsible for next. Bolinger, you only need to properly complete the matters you are responsible for."
However, regarding Sarah's evasion, Bolinger, who was extremely curious about all this, said relentlessly:
"What? As a fellow Bishop, can't even I know?!"
Seeing Sarah not reacting to these words, Bolinger rolled his eyes and switched to another angle:
"In any case, at least give me some insight, so I can have some mental preparation for what happens later."
"Besides, don't forget that my identity is different from a stray dog like you."
Speaking of this, Bolinger couldn't help but reveal a look of smugness.
"In Public Security, I truly hold great power in my hands. If you let me understand your plan, maybe I can even give you some help in certain places later."
Although this term "stray dog" caused Sarah's expression to twist for an instant, in order to make the Originator's descent plan more secure, and in case Bolinger's assistance was truly needed in the future, Sarah ultimately chose to loosen her lips:
"Fine..."
She couldn't help but lower her head to look at the Defilement surging like a tangible substance beneath her feet. Sarah whispered softly:
"The only point I can tell you is: do not underestimate the power belonging to memory. The things he can achieve will exceed our imagination."
As her voice fell, although Bolinger was still trying to ask questions continuously on the other end of the phone, Sarah had completely lost interest in explaining further.
She quietly waited for the noise Bolinger was making on the other end to gradually stop due to the lack of response.
Only then, knowing the other party had given up on questioning, did Sarah speak while leaning somewhat lazily against the seat beside her:
"However, your call came at just the right time. It saves me the effort of specifically contacting you to give you advice."
As her voice fell, Sarah's expression, which was preparing to speak, instantly became incomparably solemn again, as if she were conducting some incomparably sacred matter.
As if making a proclamation, she slowly spoke:
"According to Lord Originator's will, the data collection plot for the first target you are responsible for, the Demon Blade 'Wuwei', is postponed. For now, concentrate your main energy on the current plan in Waifei Peninsula."
Subsequently, as if to respond to Bolinger's earlier mockery, Sarah couldn't help but reveal a trace of a mocking smile and said sarcastically:
"So, if we encounter problems here later, we might really need the help of this hero who conquered Hollows within Public Security?"
Regarding Sarah's sarcasm, although Bolinger's anger began to rise continuously in an instant, he could no longer care about that once he realized the content of the specific arrangement.
Hearing the so-called arrangement, Bolinger instantly became anxious. He immediately spoke up to refuse:
"My layout here has been planned for many years and has always been the highest priority on my side! Why should the importance of the part I'm responsible for be lowered?! I do not agree!"
But regarding Bolinger's resistance, Sarah was not surprised in the least.
She only said coldly:
"I already said this is Lord Originator's will. Are you going to defy Lord Originator's decision?"
"Ugh..."
Hearing these words, Bolinger's originally aggressive momentum instantly wilted as if a basin of cold water had been poured over him.
Silence for a moment.
Unable to defy the Originator's will, although he was unwilling in his heart, he ultimately chose to accept this requirement reluctantly after cursing angrily.
"Damn it! Understood. I will arrange for the activities and missions of all members in the Janus region to slow down temporarily. We'll talk about everything else after the mission on your side is completed. Is that fine?!"
Hearing Bolinger personally agree to this matter, Sarah nodded with satisfaction. Her originally solemn aura also slowly returned to normal at this moment.
But just as she was preparing to hang up the phone, Bolinger's voice came from the other end again, interrupting her original movement.
"That Hunter who suddenly popped up in this operation seems to be extremely active in New Eridu recently?"
"The collapse of the military faction that we had managed to establish a relationship with for cooperation was related to him. The monster last time also died directly at his hands. Even the main reason why this operation could only end hastily like this was him again."
"Should we also conduct some schemes against him later?"
Originally, they thought he was just an insignificant small character, but looking at the combat power the other party displayed now...
This was long since no longer an uncertain factor that could be ignored.
Regarding Bolinger's question, Sarah's expression did not change in the slightest.
She spoke indifferently:
"Such a person who cannot be of help to the Originator's descent is irrelevant."
"As long as my plan can succeed, Lord Originator can descend into that body. At that time, in front of that absolute power, it will be impossible for him to stir up any waves."
"But..."
Regarding Sarah's words, Bolinger showed a trace of hesitation.
Subsequently, he spoke the reason in his heart that made him bring up this matter.
That was the kind of performance the Hunter displayed—someone who had no traces before a certain period, rising abruptly as if suddenly gaining immense power in an instant.
In New Eridu, there was only one type incomparably similar to his situation.
Sword Master.
A Sword Master like Hoshimi Miyabi, who became a Void Hunter purely relying on her own power, was a minority after all. Most were actually like the one originally designated as the Originator's body—that Qingming Sword Master of Yunkui Summit.
Although one had to pay an unknown price when driving the sword, while using the power contained within the sword, the Sword Master could obtain strength at the level of a Void Hunter through the sword.
Coupled with that huge and unique Tachi the other party used this time...
Speaking to this point, Bolinger couldn't help but guess with some hesitation:
"Could this Hunter also be a Sword Master? A... Sword Master of a sword we didn't know about before, or perhaps one lost in the past?"
And this was the main reason Bolinger proposed whether to scheme against Andrew.
Regarding Bolinger's guess, Sarah couldn't help but frown slightly and ponder.
Looking at the combination of various signs...
Perhaps Bolinger's guess really had some logic to it.
But in the end, Sarah shook her head and did not immediately affirm Bolinger's guess. Instead, she said:
"Regarding whether this Hunter is a Sword Master or not, Lord Originator has his own judgment; we need not speculate presumptuously."
"Later, I will ask Lord Originator whether this extra Sword Master is real or not. At that time, Lord Originator will resolve our doubts."
After keeping the part of the intelligence belonging to the Hunter in mind, and also raising a measure of vigilance against him, Sarah finally said:
"No matter what, first try your best to fulfill the duties we should shoulder. Wholeheartedly open the path for the new world brought by the Originator's descent, and welcome the arrival of the new world!"
*
Meanwhile, at Scott Outpost.
Different from the seriousness at the time of departure, the result of this great victory made the faces of all the soldiers along the way unconsciously carry a touch of joy belonging to themselves.
Accompanied by Andrew getting off the helicopter that had specially sent him out from Hollow Zero.
Through inquiring with Isolde, the two, who already knew that Soldier 11 was waiting in the Obols Squad's garrison, did not have a hurried pace.
After all, there was no possibility of encountering danger now; being a little early or late wouldn't affect anything.
Andrew had originally wanted to take this opportunity to observe what the military bases and autonomous mechs of this world looked like.
Although he had seen them a few times before, that was, after all, as enemies during battle. By the time the battle ended, they had already been dismantled.
Naturally, there was no way to carefully observe that ground full of wreckage.
But the actual situation encountered in Scott Outpost made Andrew quickly give up this idea of continuing the tour.
Just as Andrew started wandering around the base.
Without exception, all the soldiers who saw the two along the way chose to immediately stop the work in their hands, turn around, and give Andrew an incomparably standard military salute.
When they realized Andrew was approaching.
Whether saluting or expressing gratitude, the attitude displayed by every single soldier was, without exception, extremely respectful.
It was as if they were seeing a high-ranking hero and commander.
Those scorching gazes made Andrew feel somewhat uncomfortable all over.
However, subsequently, when facing Meow-Da, who was a few steps slower than Andrew and had been looking around curiously behind him, the attitude of the majority of people appeared to have some subtle differences.
Although it was also respect, perhaps because Meow-Da was simply too cute, everyone's attitude was more casual, intimate, and affectionate.
So, unlike Andrew's discomfort, Meow-Da didn't feel much about the attitude of others.
It could even be said he was enjoying it.
Walking down the same distance, unknowingly, Meow-Da's embrace had already accumulated a large pile of dried fish and snacks. There was even some catnip mixed in there.
By the time Andrew and Meow-Da groped their way to the entrance of the Obols Squad's garrison within Scott Outpost, Andrew turned his head and discovered something.
At the corner of a distant tent, quite a few female soldiers were peeking over, looking at this place. They had seemingly followed secretly all the way because Meow-Da was simply too cute.
And when they noticed Andrew turning his head, they immediately shrank back as if frightened.
The huge contrast made Andrew feel a trace of speechlessness.
But lowering his head, he saw Meow-Da following behind him, the snacks in his arms already so plentiful he could barely hold them.
Looking at his innocent expression, with just a slight thought, Andrew knew what caused this.
After all, for ordinary soldiers, compared to Andrew—who was like someone far on the horizon in the previous battle, forcefully resolving Nineveh with incomparably powerful strength, but about whom they had never had any concrete understanding from start to finish, making him incomparably unfamiliar...
Meow-Da, who was active everywhere supporting the interception battle and saving countless lives by scattering medicine, was already very familiar to them and made them feel a greater sense of intimacy.
The most important thing was that Meow-Da was simply too cute.
After all, who could refuse a big cat?
Looking at the incomparably cute Meow-Da, who had already started to drool uncontrollably over the large pile of snacks in his arms, Andrew couldn't help but reveal a smile as well.
Knowing how much effort Meow-Da had contributed in this battle just now, Andrew also wanted to let him relax properly.
So he said straightforwardly:
"Meow-Da, if you want to eat, just eat. I'll call you when I come out later."
Receiving Andrew's permission, Meow-Da, who had long been unable to hold back, immediately cheered:
"Yay! Boss, you treat me the best, meow!"
Looking at Meow-Da's back as he excitedly led that group of tailing soldiers to find a place to properly critique those tempting snacks in his arms, Andrew couldn't help but shake his head with a laugh.
Subsequently, he turned and walked into the Obols Squad's garrison.
Though called a garrison, it was actually just a huge tent with camouflage colors.
Passing through the door curtain of the squad's tent, the internal scene appeared before Andrew's eyes.
The blue short-haired girl, Sid, whom he had seen serving as the artillery gunner before, was currently curled up beside the huge robot she had piloted in the battle earlier. She was fiddling with that seemingly plain little flower in front of her with a focused expression.
Leaning gently against the motionless mech, it was as if she were silently waiting for something.
And what surprised Andrew somewhat was that Orpheus, the orange-haired girl who originally looked frail and somewhat introverted, was currently pulling Soldier 11 with a happy face, constantly chattering about something.
She looked so extroverted, as if she had become a different person directly.
What surprised Andrew even more was that Soldier 11—who, since arriving in White Silver City, had cared only about training and treated everything else as secondary—actually seemed to be listening quite seriously?
As for Ghostfire, the pistol user who looked like she had a fiery temper in the command center, she had leaned quietly against the side at some unknown time, motionless.
If Andrew hadn't discovered that she was occasionally opening her eyes to peek at the two before closing them again, Andrew would have thought she was asleep.
She looked as if she were deliberately lowering her own presence, wanting to leave a space belonging to the two chatting people.
Just as Andrew looked at the harmonious atmosphere of the Obols Squad before him and was struggling for a moment with whether to go in and break it...
Suddenly, a female voice that sounded gentle yet did not lack maturity and reliability rang out from the side of the door.
At the same time, it also allowed him to discover the last person of the Obols Squad in this space.
"You've finally come, Mr. Andrew."
Turning his head, he discovered that the slender woman wearing an eyepatch, who appeared to be the oldest and most mature in the entire squad—Trigger, the sniper—was standing at the entrance of the garrison.
It was as if she had known long ago that he was going to come in, so she waited at the door in advance.
Meeting Andrew's gaze, Trigger revealed a gentle smile and spoke to invite him:
"Before discussing matters, please sit down and rest a bit first, how about it?"
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