“Ah?” Long Yuehong was confused by Shang Jianyao's exclamation, "Why do you say that?"

Because time was tight, the "Old Task Force" hadn't yet shared the information obtained from Avia internally.

Hearing this, Jiang Baimian briefly introduced the two directions of the Third Research Institute, as well as Orey's evaluation and suspicion of the "Source Brain."

"So, the artificial intelligence of 'Mechanical Paradise' may generate consciousness close to humans, but there are major differences in the foundation and manifestation." Jiang Baimian smiled, "Old Ge should like this answer very much."

Bai Chen, who was driving, subconsciously said:

"Then why does the 'Source Brain' limit the degree of humanization?"

"Maybe there are still certain hidden dangers that could threaten the 'Source Brain' itself?" Long Yuehong speculated.

Shang Jianyao appreciated his idea very much and said eagerly:

"We must make Old Ge's humanization exceed one hundred percent when we get back, and see what changes will happen in 'Mechanical Paradise'!"

With you around, it might not be just the degree of humanization... Jiang Baimian muttered to herself.

She then said cautiously:

"This time, it may be a fortunate thing that Old Ge accidentally followed Old Han and Zeng Duo to work for the First Spring Town."

"What?" Long Yuehong was a little puzzled again.

"Yes, I'm afraid Old Ge won't be able to accept such good news and will self-destruct on the spot." Shang Jianyao tried to clench his right fist into his left palm, but the injury to his arm successfully stopped him.

Bai Chen frowned and glanced at Jiang Baimian:

"You mean, Old Ge is not so trustworthy?"

She was quite repulsed by this.

"No, Old Ge is trustworthy, but there may be a Trojan horse implanted in Old Ge's body, or rather, there may be a backdoor hidden." Jiang Baimian said solemnly.

Bai Chen reacted:

"'Source Brain'? Are you worried that the 'Source Brain' can remotely control Old Ge and make him suddenly explode when he sees Avia and hears information related to the 'Source Brain'?"

As Long Yuehong's expression changed drastically, Jiang Baimian nodded:

"I had a little suspicion before. There were originally many coincidences in Old Ge's matter. For example, Old Ge began to be reviewed shortly after we finished communicating with the 'Source Brain.' Also, our escape was easier than expected. 'Mechanical Paradise' didn't even send anyone to squat at Redstone Town.

"After Avia told us that Orey had mastered the method of formatting the 'Source Brain' and left the corresponding data, I became more convinced that Old Ge's escape was orchestrated by the 'Source Brain.'

"Think about it, would it casually tell an almost strange team such important information involving the life and death of the 'Source Brain'? Is it really at ease? Is it not afraid that after we get the information, we will hand it over to the company or sell it to major forces such as 'First City,' and the two parties will cooperate to control 'Mechanical Paradise' and control it?"

Clap clap clap! Even though his arm was injured, Shang Jianyao stubbornly applauded.

The more Long Yuehong listened, the more reasonable he found what the team leader was saying.

He didn't expect that the "Source Brain," such an artificial intelligence, would also be a pitfall!

Jiang Baimian continued:

"It wouldn't be a big problem if Old Ge were here today.

"He will most likely 'explode' when we explore that mysterious laboratory and find the information left by Orey.

"At that time, we will tell Old Ge that the Wasteland 13 Ruins has Wu Meng, which is not suitable for robots to participate in, and let Old Ge be there to respond."

Speaking of this, Jiang Baimian gave a self-deprecating smile:

"That laboratory is very dangerous, and we are not able to explore it now. The company is likely to send another team led by an Awakened at the 'Mind Corridor' level. Then we don't have to worry."

"Yes, yes." Long Yuehong glanced out the window and turned the topic back to the right track. "What should we do next?"

According to the prior planning and his ideas, there were two options to choose from.

The first option was to take advantage of the fact that the turmoil had not yet ended, quickly leave First City to the south, go around to the north bank of the Red River, and join Genava, Han Wanghuo, and Zeng Duo to solve the problem of First Spring Town as quickly as possible.

The reason for not choosing to pass through the Red Giant Wolf District and the Green Olive District and go directly to the Wasteland from the Red River Bridge in the north was because it was a key port for entering and exiting First City and would inevitably become the focus of the struggle between the two sides of the turmoil. It may not be possible to pass through it in a short period of time.

Moreover, even if the turmoil was nearing its end, the winning side would definitely tightly control that bridge in order to eliminate the die-hard supporters of the defeated forces.

In comparison, the south city exit, which is considered to be deep into the affiliated area of First City, should not be so heavily guarded.

The problem with this plan was that it would take a lot of time to travel before they could obtain temporary stability, and the "Old Task Force" was carrying a prisoner at the "Mind Corridor" level. They hoped to obtain intelligence from that hidden organization. If they delayed for a long time before trying to deal with it, accidents could easily occur along the way.

The second option was to enter the Red Giant Wolf District or the Green Olive District and move the prisoner to one of the safe houses they had prepared, without rushing to leave First City.

In this way, the "Old Task Force" could extract intelligence in the shortest possible time, solve the prisoner, and eliminate hidden dangers.

At the same time, they would not encounter searches, interrogations, and other accidents if they were not running around in the streets, and they could spend the subsequent turmoil relatively smoothly.

However, if this plan was implemented, the "Old Task Force" would probably have no chance to leave First City until the turmoil was completely quelled, the remnants of the defeated party were basically captured, and the martial law was lifted. They would miss the best window of opportunity to resolve the matter of First Spring Town.

Moreover, the fact that Jiang Baimian and others contacted Avia might be found out. If they were targeted by one or several of the strong men in First City at that time, the trouble would be great.

Jiang Baimian had a plan in mind and said, looking ahead:

"Go back to the Red Giant Wolf District first and find a place to call General Focas."

"Uh..." Long Yuehong was stunned at first, and then he realized, "Team Leader, you want to use General Focas to leave the city?"

"As long as he doesn't become a loser in this turmoil, it's a piece of cake to get us safely and completely out of the city." Jiang Baimian smiled, "And this old fox shouldn't let himself become a loser."

Jiang Baimian paused and added:

"Doesn't he want us to share the information we got from Avia?

"Let's send it to him now!"

This would fulfill the promise to Avia and fulfill the agreement with General Focas.

"Yes." Long Yuehong and Bai Chen both felt that this was the best option at the moment.

General Focas said that he would provide help, but so far, he had only given a pass. He had to make up for the "consideration."

"He still owes us a celebration feast." Shang Jianyao had never forgotten this.

Long Yuehong secretly chuckled at this guy a couple of times, then suddenly remembered something and blurted out:

"How should we interrogate the prisoner?"

This was an Awakened at the "Mind Corridor" level. It would be fine if he was anesthetized, but once he woke up, even if the "Old Task Force" was well-prepared, they might not be able to subdue him. They couldn't keep stuffing the other party with blood-stained cloths, right? That could resolve the danger, but they wouldn't get any information - the target would faint again or have a myocardial infarction.

They had the "Destiny Bead" before, so this was not a problem, but now, Mr. DiMarco's gift had been exhausted.

"Play Wu Meng's recording for him and make him believe in us wholeheartedly? Will listening in a coma be effective?" Bai Chen said subconsciously.

Jiang Baimian smiled:

"Let General Focas worry about this problem."

This was another purpose of her contacting General Focas!

Without an Awakened at the "Mind Corridor" level sitting in charge, it would really be difficult for the "Old Task Force" to extract information from the current prisoner.

...

Because of the chaos caused by the citizens' gathering and the frequent occurrence of gunshots and explosions, many shops in the Red Giant Wolf District were not open, and those that were open had closed.

Their owners either went to Hope Square or hid back in their homes, praying that no major turmoil would occur.

The "Old Task Force" found a cafe, and Bai Chen completed a series of operations such as prying the door and picking the lock.

When Jiang Baimian dialed the phone at the general's residence, Long Yuehong in the car saw helicopters and drones appearing in the air.

They flew towards different parts of the city with noisy sounds, seemingly searching for fugitives.

Bai Chen noticed something and hid in the cafe in advance. Otherwise, her military exoskeleton device would be very conspicuous.

Before long, Jiang Baimian heard General Focas's voice:

"Hello?"

She took a light breath and said:

"We have obtained the relevant information."

General Focas was silent for a moment and said:

"Come directly to my residence.

"In this situation, the Golden Apple District is the safest, as long as you don't get close to those conservative villas."

It seems that Gaius has won? Are many conservatives trying to escape from the city? Jiang Baimian guessed the current situation from Focas's few words.

Therefore, those going out of the Golden Apple District now will be strictly checked, while those entering the Golden Apple District will not be particularly noticed.

"Okay." Jiang Baimian agreed.

That "Mind Corridor" level prisoner was a time bomb for them and had to be resolved as soon as possible.

Of course, the premise was that the "Old Task Force" had already obtained the information of that secret organization.

Once missed, there would be no other opportunity!

This was also the reason why Jiang Baimian chose to risk capturing a powerful enemy rather than shooting him on the spot.

After the drones and helicopters in the air moved away a little, Jiang Baimian and Bai Chen rushed back to the jeep.

On the way back to the Golden Apple District, Jiang Baimian held the radio transceiver and sent a telegram to Genava and the others.

- Today is a critical moment, she asked the squad to maintain smooth communication.

To her surprise, Han Wanghuo and others did not stick to the rules and wait to meet up. They were already on their way to First Spring Town.

"They have a military exoskeleton device and Old Ge. As long as there is no Awakened at the 'Mind Corridor' level in First Spring Town, and some of the troops have been transferred, there is a good chance of a surprise attack." Jiang Baimian said to Shang Jianyao and others with relief.

"Hope." Bai Chen replied while driving the jeep towards the back door area of the general's residence.

Along the way, they didn't encounter any inspections. With a pass, they were almost unimpeded.

ps: Asking for monthly tickets at the beginning of the month~