The Most Powerful Brain in the Interstellar Space

Chapter 123 Taste

The patient's physical condition did not allow him to have much of a conversation. He said he was bringing them to see him, but it really was just a brief meeting; they didn't talk much before he sent them away.

Finally, Lieutenant Colonel Mays condescended to see them off, and told Jiang Hui and his companion that the gift of gratitude for their rescue had been sent to their home, a small token of appreciation.

This was the first time Jiang Hui had heard this person, who was supposedly Instructor Mays' brother, speak since he had been in the ward for so long. The other person's tone and manner were not as cold as he had imagined. Instead, they carried a sense of weight and composure, and had an air of certainty.

Before the two could react, Stark had already spoken up for them and accepted the offer. He showed no intention of letting the children stay and left without looking back, as if he were just going on a mission.

The three of them were supposed to go home, but Hillman's family may have already received the news and picked him up directly from the hospital. Stark also clearly didn't stop them, so Hillman, who was supposed to go back to training tomorrow, went home instead.

Back in the city, only Stark and Jiang Hui remained. Jiang Hui thought the return trip would be the same as the journey there, and since she was quite tired, she obediently sat in the back seat and waited until they reached their destination, feeling rather drowsy.

Unexpectedly, the person operating the equipment in front suddenly asked, "Why did Warrant Officer Mays suddenly say that to you?"

Jiang Hui paused for a moment, but immediately realized what the other person was referring to, because it really seemed very abrupt, and she was a little startled at the time.

She thought for a moment and said, "It's probably because I was taught a lesson by reality." As if she also felt that she was being a bit presumptuous by saying that, Jiang Hui couldn't help but laugh.

Meanwhile, after Jiang Hui and the others left, the same conversation was taking place on another side—about the same topic.

After watching his eldest son return to the ward after seeing the guests off, Lieutenant General Mays made sure the guests had gone far away before looking at his younger son with a hint of inquiry, raising an eyebrow: "What did you do earlier? Now you should apologize to them, lest you bully their child."

If the other party said something else, he wouldn't care. This child has always been polite and respectful, and he knows exactly what he owes someone, so they don't need to remind him.

But what did they see? The other person, unusually, lowered his head, bowing his proud head—a head he wouldn't even bow to his father or brothers—in apology. They had to admit, they felt quite uncomfortable watching this.

Then came the curiosity about what it was that made his proud son willing to admit his mistakes.

"It was probably a lesson for them." Brad shook his head and smiled wryly, then, under the two men's uneasy gazes, he said clearly, "Father, I want to officially join the Third Legion. Please help me."

Those who were waiting for Brad to continue his commentary were taken aback by this sudden request. Lieutenant General Mays thought he'd misheard: "What?!"

"I want to return to the Third Army. To reclaim the year that was stolen from me."

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Nothing seemed amiss overnight. Back at school, Jiang Hui naturally went about her business as usual.

The next few days went relatively smoothly, and she immersed herself back in the intensive military training, constantly improving herself and her physical condition through sweat and hardship. However, recently Jiang Hui has a new area to focus on.

That day, when she rescued Warrant Officer Mays, it was her first time encountering an animal-type mech.

These types of mechs are far more complex to manufacture than humanoid mechs, and like combination mechs, they are a product of the most recent mech revolution. Interestingly, the initial inspiration for animal-type mechs came from celestial beasts, and many specialized mechs were built based on celestial beasts.

Moreover, these types of mechs involve biological research, requiring the manufacturers to be very familiar with the habits and characteristics of various animals in order to imitate and utilize them. Therefore, they are difficult to mass-produce and generally need to be custom-made or tailor-made.

Animal-shaped mechs are so rare that even models are hard to find on the market; they are almost always special editions made for special supply, and their prices are unbelievably high.

Jiang Hui thought about how she encountered a genuine product on her first try, and even took it apart herself—although it was only the small part with the eye at the front, it was the real deal!
Putting everything else aside, the feel of taking apart a real mecha is much better than a model. Although it was a close call and the situation seemed a bit off, Jiang Hui couldn't quite describe how he felt when he actually touched those exquisite mecha parts.

In his eyes, these seemingly cold, complex, and thick plates seemed to resonate perfectly with her soul the moment he touched them, and his body and mind were unconsciously filled with a sigh.

Only at this moment did Jiang Hui have to admit that mechs did indeed have an unparalleled attraction for her. Even though she didn't actually know much about mechs, Jiang Hui was absolutely certain, because this was the voice from the bottom of her heart.

So, should she consider transferring directly to the mecha department a year from now? Or maybe she shouldn't study ancient languages ​​and literature at all...?

Forget it, there's no point in thinking about it now. Let's talk about it later. She hasn't even gotten through the individual combat training yet, how can she have time to think about these things?

Thinking this, the person who didn't mean it opened another book, "Complete Guide to Mecha Models," in the library. She flipped through it quickly with one hand, her eyes seemingly glancing at it and then immediately turning it over. Anyone who didn't know better would think she was just flipping through it for fun.

Unbeknownst to Jiang Hui, a second-year student wearing glasses was watching her from a distance. After glancing at her, he placed the book he wanted to borrow on the front desk.

Seeing that the administrator was also looking in that direction, she couldn't help but complain, "I really don't know what major she's in. It's been four or five days, and she comes here every day without studying properly. Anyone who didn't know better would think she was studying very diligently. Even if she's going to pretend, she shouldn't be pretending at all. Who would believe her like this?"

If it weren't for this way of turning the pages, he would probably have been more convinced that the other person was reading attentively.

Besides, does such a reading speed even exist? Rather than believing that such an inhumanly fast page-turning speed is true, he'd rather believe that the other person isn't even reading, or is just pretending due to some kind of quirk.

So his initial surprise turned to doubt, and now to disdain. But there are relatively few people who spend all their time in the library at the start of the semester, and he didn't know anyone he could complain to. Today, seeing that the librarian seemed to be attracted by the girl's unusual behavior, he couldn't help but bring it up.

Unexpectedly, the young librarian had a different opinion.

The other person gave him a dismissive look: "Regardless of whether she actually absorbed it or not, to be honest, that child's taste in books is much better than yours." The administrator said.

(End of this chapter)