Walk alone in the abyss

After the reception, Kolev, who was slightly drunk, was escorted back to the entrance of the small villa by two clever middle managers of the factory.

After dismissing the two opportunists, Kolev hummed a tune and turned to open the door. The safety lock clicked open by itself.

Xiao Li's figure appeared on the small screen of the security lock, and made a gesture of silence.

What's going on here?

Kolev closed the door, looked curiously towards the living room, and saw Yang Ming who was stuck on the sofa.

Yang Ming didn't even take off his military uniform, and sat there with his arms folded.

Kolev strolled over slowly, took the Anshen tea from the housekeeping robot, thanked him, sat directly beside Yang Ming, and raised his hand to pat Yang Ming's thigh.

"Trouble?" Kolev asked.

Yang Ming let out a long breath.

"It's not troublesome," Yang Ming muttered, "It's just a little frightened."

"Huh?" Kolev laughed. "Scared? What else can scare you?"

Yang Ming turned to look at the old man.

The faint light emitted by the electronic clock shone on Yang Ming's side face.

"I...forget it," Yang Ming sighed dejectedly, and lay back down again, "It's better not to tell you about this, lest you get too stressed."

"Hey!" Kolev complained dissatisfiedly, "You have to share information with me, but I left all my manor that I spent a lot of money on, and followed you here to venture and start a business!"

Yang Ming said weakly: "Lü, you explain it, you don't have to hide it from my dear uncle."

"Good boss!"

The projection device in the corner cast a few rays of light, and Ritsu's avatar appeared between the two of them.

She maintained a height of twenty centimeters, sat on the edge of the sofa, and held her chin sullenly.

"My boss and I planned a near-perfect fake assassination."

"Then?" Kolev frowned, "You guys are really too brave."

"It's just converting our technological advantages into resources, and it's unavoidable to take some risks during this period."

Law said calmly, pursing his small mouth, showing a little thoughtful expression.

"I have not been able to enter the emperor's bedroom before, and I have not found any abnormalities in the process of observing the emperor.

"To this day, the boss wears a watch - this thing is modified by me, and has some more sophisticated functions - I and the boss discovered it at the same time."

She intentionally paused for two seconds, which whetted Kolev's appetite.

Just when Kolevan couldn't bear it anymore, Ritsu said:

"The emperor is an advanced bionic robot that operates alone. Note that it operates independently, not controlled synchronously by humans."

Kolev was stunned for a moment, wondering: "Isn't this normal? We have also used this thing."

"It's different, Uncle," Yang Ming murmured, "Compared to the one in the deepest part of the palace, the one we used is more like a toy."

Law explained: "Evaluating whether a robot is an omnic depends on whether it can produce a clear self-cognition, and the human beings interacting with him can judge that he is a normal human being rather than a program without knowing it... Various signs It shows that the old emperor definitely did not become a bionic robot in the near future."

Kolev was stunned: "The omnic crisis?"

Yang Ming clicked his tongue: "If it's an omnic crisis, then instead of being under pressure, we can find more opportunities. Although this kind of expectation, I feel a little sorry for Edwan."

Law continued: "I just analyzed all the people around the emperor, including maids, ministers, guards, and concubines, and concluded that they are all normal human beings. In the entire palace, only the emperor showed abnormalities, which is somewhat intriguing."

Kolev thought for a few seconds, and asked on a whim: "Is it possible that the old emperor wanted to secretly create a double, and then the double gave birth to his own thinking, which in turn killed the old emperor?"

"Very good imagination," Lil commented.

"It's unlikely, Uncle Hatton. A single omnic is placed there, and it is still in a position where everyone in the palace is watching at any time. He will inevitably make mistakes."

Yang Ming said calmly:

"Considering the daily maintenance of the omnic and the helpers needed to cover up this matter, there must be a force secretly controlling this omnic, and someone is covering it for him.

"There are only three scenarios now.

"First, the omnic was placed there by the real old emperor. The old emperor remotely controlled everything, and a personal maid was in charge of delivering the news.

"Second, the omnic was made by the Sherman Empire. This is the most likely possibility. In order to better control the dependent countries, they may make such an arrangement.

"Third, there are ministers and generals around the emperor, or external forces such as the New Federation, who have done all this without anyone noticing, and replaced the old emperor with an omnic, so that it can be activated at a critical moment."

Law reminded: "The second possibility is the most likely."

Kolev asked: "Is the old emperor dead or alive now?"

"I don't know."

Yang Ming was silent for a few seconds, then said in a deep voice:

"If it's the second case, it means...the Sherman Empire has been watching here.

"He is like a giant sitting on a throne on top of a mountain, watching indifferently the new federation, the military, the rebels, and the prince jumping around, and then stepping down at the most critical moment."

"I understand this feeling," Kolev clicked his tongue. "This is the same as the air battle we saw. A few small fish were killed and killed, and the dreadnought came and smashed everything."

Yang Ming responded noncommittally, got up and started pacing back and forth.

Things don't just get complicated.

After discovering the old emperor's secret, the entire Ilanduo Star could no longer give Yang Ming any sense of security.

The actual ruler of this empire is an omnic of unknown origin!

Yang Ming was constantly reflecting.

He had indeed thought of the political game of this medium-sized country too simply and too idealistically before, taking advantage of the intelligence advantage created by Law, and did not regard the 'primitive forces' here as opponents at all.

The Moth Project this time not only obtained important information about Emperor Luofeng, but also reminded Yang Ming himself.

"We should be more down-to-earth," Yang Ming said, "We must respect all our opponents, and if necessary, we will take the initiative to leave Ilanduo and go to Luofeng to develop on other administrative stars to transform the current political capital... No matter what time it is, it is a small fate most important."

Kolev immediately said: "I totally agree with that!"

"But the boss," Lu reminded, "if you leave the political center, it is almost impossible for you to gain official positions, military ranks, and prestige in a short period of time. Taking risks is a must, and Lu insists on this."

"If the risk can be avoided, it is natural to avoid it. Don't worry. In two days, the Sherman Imperial Mission will arrive."

Yang Ming said in a deep voice:

"This is our chance to determine the ownership of the omnics in the palace.

"Law, be ready to evacuate at any time, don't relax at all times, and see if there is anything unusual about the envoy. If a member of the envoy secretly contacts the old emperor, it proves that this omnic belongs to the Sherman Empire. tool.

"Investigate again before and after the old emperor ascended the throne, whether he has visited the Sherman Empire for a long time, or whether there is any stage of abnormal behavior.

"The fourth princess, Emilia, is twelve years old this year, which means that the old emperor may have been replaced by an omnic within the last twelve years.

"Of course, things like test-tube babies cannot be ruled out.

"If the old emperor is directly controlled by the Sherman Empire, then we must remind Edwan to find a way to leave the country, and we can only adopt a backup plan."

Kolev wondered: "Backup plan? Is it that crazy plan I've heard before?"

"Okay, my old buddy, it's good that you are in charge of making money and resources," Yang Ming patted Kolev's thigh, "If you find a good project, discuss it with the lawyer, and she will pay you, and the rest of the troubles Leave it to me to handle."

After finishing speaking, Yang Ming got up and walked towards the spiral staircase, leaving Kolev's sight with brisk steps.

Kolev also felt a little headache about this.

That night Yang Ming just had a quick chat with Miss Windsor, and then hurriedly fell asleep.

He has a lot of things to do next, and he must cultivate his spirit.

Tomorrow, I'm going to see Edwan, and I have to do a preliminary investigation of the forces behind the old emperor to prepare for the escort of the mission.

However, what surprised Yang Ming was that.

The old omnic emperor entrusted the sensitive and politically charged task of picking up the envoys to Edwan, who had just "been favored".

...

The day the mission arrived.

Flower Square in Ilando Star City.

Yang Ming looked up, and could vaguely see the Sherman Empire thousand-meter flagship hovering in low-earth orbit.

Escorting nearby were more than a dozen warships from the Second Fleet of the Luofeng Empire.

A 100-meter-long landing craft left the tail of the flagship, smoothly slid into the atmosphere, opened the protective cover and began to accelerate its descent.

Edwan, standing in front of several rows of guards, put his hands behind his back and hooked his fingers.

Yang Ming walked two steps forward slowly, staggered half a body away from Edwang, and asked in a low voice:

"Any instructions, Your Highness?"

"Don't be nervous, the princes of the Sherman Empire don't eat people," Edwan murmured softly, "Pay attention later, Philemon will arrange for you to change shifts as soon as possible, they want to make some small accidents against you. Today's The occasion is extremely important.”

Yang Ming clicked his tongue: "You should worry about yourself first, Your Highness, the First Highness and the Third Highness are probably going crazy now."

"Father asked me to come here alone, and it is indeed a bit aimed at them," Edwang said helplessly, "Of course, it may also be used to target me. By the way, have I told you? There is a change in the leader of the envoy this time." .”

"Huh? Who has become?"

"Prince Snoopy of the Clan Mansion led the team, two imperial generals, and three elders of the Clan Mansion."

"Wow, the importance has increased a lot," Yang Ming responded casually.

He didn't care much about it.

Now Yang Ming just wanted to know whether this batch of Sherman Empire's envoys would secretly contact the old emperor, change some engine oil, tighten screws and so on.

Drip drip.

Yang Ming's watch vibrated slightly, he lifted it up to look at it, and couldn't help frowning.

He had already made an agreement with the lawyer in the morning, and if it was not necessary, he would avoid taking the initiative to contact her. ——Ghost knows whether the technological means of the Sherman Empire can see the existence of Ritsu.

That is to say, Ritsu has now discovered the emergency.

Yang Ming glanced left and right, and found that the guards everywhere were in a state of nervous waiting, and most of the hired people holding flowers and balloons in the rear were staring at the spaceship falling from the sky.

Taking out the hidden earplugs and pressing them into the left ear hole, Yang Ming immediately heard Lu's report.

"Boss, there is a frigate on board that is mixed with spies from the New Federation. They seem to be planning some festive fireworks."

Yang Ming narrowed his eyes, made a quick decision, and tapped on his watch.

[Notify Gudun Maha to ensure that the envoy lands smoothly. 】

No one wanted to piss off the old lion of the Sherman Empire, except the New Confederacy.

"Yes, boss."

Yang Ming was about to take off his earphones, but Lu reminded him again:

"In addition, boss, the third prince ordered Wuli to bury your promotion path before. They have now started to implement a plan, which will cause a small-scale car accident, trap the mission team for a period of time, and cause some panic. They It will work again later, and then you will be blamed."

The corner of Yang Ming's mouth twitched slightly.

Made!

He is here to maintain the political stability of the Luofeng Empire, and the third prince and that Wuli are playing tricks on him behind the scenes!

When he loses his temper?

Yang Ming snapped his fingers quickly, and sent a message to Miss Windsor as a cover for his petty movements.

[Release the bed photo of General Wuli and make it a bombshell. In the name of the new federal agent. 】

"No problem boss, most of the agents of the New Federation have evacuated from Ilando City, and they have no time to respond."

Lu groaned a few times, as if hesitating for something, and soon said in Yang Ming's ear:

"Boss, assuming that the omnic in the palace is placed by the Sherman Empire, and its technology is a little behind, we try to control this omnic, it might be a shortcut for you to quickly achieve your goal. Although this is extremely risky, but Very exciting."

Ming Yang quickly replied:

[Before collecting enough information, don't rush to make a judgment. 】

[Now keep silent. In case of an emergency, whether to transfer me back to Feinan is up to you to decide after a comprehensive analysis. 】

"Okay boss, Gudun Maha has started an emergency operation, and the top military officials are all nervous. They are afraid of the Sherman Empire in their bones. Be silent."

Yang Ming smiled calmly.

He stopped his small movements and looked up at the flagship of the Sherman Empire.

Kilometer class battleship.

I don't know when, he can also get one.

A few minutes later, murmurs gradually came from the crowd in the rear. Yang Ming heard the scandal of General Wuli and the Royal Guard, but he didn't take it seriously.

The landing craft in the air began to slow down, and a magnificent symphony sounded in the square covered with flowers.

Yang Ming stood there with a smile, like a ceremonial officer.

"Ming," the second prince Edwang suddenly turned his head and greeted Yang Ming, "Come by my side, you can't let me show off alone."

A few thoughts quickly crossed Yang Ming's mind, and he immediately made up his mind. Shi Shiran walked to Edwan's side, still half a body behind.

Those ministers and generals around just took a quick glance at Yang Ming and then looked away.

Most of them figured something out.

If the Second Prince gains power, this young man will surely become a great success.

The spaceship of the Sherman Empire landed smoothly.