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“Tianming’s life has come to an end. I recommended him only to protect Earth’s civilization. He could have refused, but he didn’t.”

"You could say I even saved him."

However, Cheng thought about this.

Wade's words, "You'll sell your mother to a yelp," echoed in my mind.

“The PIA intelligence chiefs are cold-blooded and ruthless, and that’s how they operate.”

“But I am not. Shouldn’t I do something for Tianming?”

Hesitant and filled with pity, Cheng Xin was once again troubled.

She felt she should help Yun Tianming, just as she had comforted Vadim.

Although sending Vadim's brain to the Trisolaran fleet would be the most appropriate option, it goes against his own wishes and is therefore incorrect.

Therefore, Yun Tianming should also have a third, better option.

Perhaps letting Tianming hibernate and go to the future for treatment is the right thing to do.

Although it would be very difficult for him, given his social status, to enter hibernation.

However, I can help him.

Then, the video feed changed.

The next day, Cheng Xin pushed open the door to Wade's office and said to him, "Director, I don't think contestant number five, Yun Tianming, is suitable for the Ladder Program."

Thomas Wade remained smoking a cigar, seemingly doing nothing.

This was very different from the leaders Cheng Xin had seen and understood before.

"Oh?"

“But Yun Tianming’s test scores were among the top three.”

Wade exhaled a puff of cigar smoke as he spoke.

Wade's words probably surprised Cheng Xin.

These tests are very rigorous psychological tests, and ordinary people simply cannot pass them.

Upon seeing this, Cheng Xin seemed to realize something and reiterated that Yun Tianming had a low level of education, a withdrawn personality, and did not integrate into the group.

Wade corrected Cheng Xin one by one, saying that while Cheng Xin's academic qualifications were sufficient, her brain was completely lacking.

Yun Tianming's aloof personality is his greatest advantage.

Because the phased plan itself isolates people from the human environment, forcing them to endure prolonged loneliness.

“Cheng, you are the opposite of Yun Tianming. If you were to be tested in isolation from the human environment, you might break down,” Wade said.

After hearing all this, Cheng Xin still did not intend to give up, even though she knew it would be difficult, because she was now facing Wade, and it was almost impossible to get him to give up Yun Tianming as a candidate.

So Cheng Xin said, "Yun Tianming has been isolated from human society for a long time. He has no sense of responsibility towards humanity, let alone love."

After saying this, Cheng Xin began to doubt herself.

Wade smiled dismissively and looked at her meaningfully, saying, "No, there are things in this world that Yun Tianming cherishes."

"And he's incredibly creative..."

Wade told Cheng Xin that Hu Wenfa's idea for getting rich came from Yun Tianming.

But Cheng Xin knew very well that it couldn't be Hu Wen who sent her the stars, because wealthy people don't have romantic qualities.

Unfortunately, even after Wade mentioned this, Cheng Xin still didn't realize that the person who sent her the star was Yun Tianming.

……

Seeing Cheng Xin standing there in a daze, Wade increased the dosage and said to her:

"Actually, according to the selection criteria, none of the current candidates are qualified."

"However, you have strengthened my confidence in Yun Tianming, number five."

"Thank you, Cheng Xin."

Wade finally threw away his cigar and looked at Cheng Xin with a slight, cold smile.

He was admiring, admiring Cheng Xin's despair and pain.

With his intelligence, Wade knew everything. He knew that Yun Tianming was the one who sent Cheng Xinxing the stars, and he also knew that Yun Tianming liked her.

It is also known that Yun Tianming is in utter despair at this moment.

But that's exactly what Wade wants to see!

Chapter 121: Humanity is embarking on an endless apocalyptic journey!

Boom~~

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Above the heavens and the myriad realms, strange phenomena flashed frequently.

A powerful storm swept through.

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The video continues playing.

They even felt that they were being targeted by Wade.

This made Cheng Xin's sensitive heart extremely anxious, and she felt vaguely uneasy.

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The video continues playing.

in the picture.

This time, I returned to the familiar surroundings I had encountered before.

Several candidates for the Ladder Project, including Yun Tianming, prepare to take their oaths in the United Nations hall.

As before, Yun Tianming "did not swear an oath" but spoke his mind.

At that moment, when Cheng Xin heard Yun Tianming's words, despair and pain filled her heart.

It was as if, deep down, Cheng Xin felt she had done something that could hurt others, something that violated morality and conscience.

It was as if she saw herself as a pure and flawless white lotus flower.

But Wade was different. He came to the swearing-in ceremony to witness Cheng Xin's suffering.

However, Yun Tianming's reaction surprised him somewhat.

Such a person is truly suited for the Ladder Project, and these words are even enough to convince the Trisolarans.

……

The video continued playing.

In the video, subtitles flow.

On the second night, Yun Tianming's condition worsened, requiring a brain resection surgery.

At the treatment center.

Cheng Xin stood outside the hospital, afraid to go in and face Yun Tianming, yet she forced herself to leave.

Hesitant, afraid to face the truth, and unable to withstand pressure.

Cheng Xin looked like a girl who had never been hurt by the cruelty of society and humanity.

Yet they occupy a high position.

At the same time, Wade walked straight towards Cheng Xin from behind.

He didn't greet her immediately, but continued to admire her pain.

Finally, he slowly told Cheng Xin, "Oh, by the way, I have a surprise for you."

"Actually, that star was a gift from him."

"This is a record."

Wade took out the printed copy of the star that Yun Tianming had purchased.

However, at this moment, Cheng Xin stood frozen in shock, her heart pounding as if struck by water droplets.

Then, Cheng Xin turned around and rushed to the hospital, heading straight for the treatment center.

Wade, still behind, continued, "He really did give you a star. Hu Wen gave Yun Tianming three million, and he didn't keep a single penny; he used it all to buy that star."

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But it's all over!

The surgery was successful, and Yun Tianming's brain was sealed inside a stainless steel cylindrical insulated container about one meter high.

Cheng Xin could no longer bear it. She was in agony, a agony so intense it was almost suffocating her.

……

These scenes deeply moved everyone watching the video.

People believe that Cheng Xin is in pain and despair at this moment.

Like a little girl who has done something wrong.

This must be the first time in her life that she has done something wrong with good intentions.

……

“Wade shouldn’t be so bored as to deliberately torment Cheng Xin; he probably wants her to grow up.”

"I think it really does! Wade is a devil, a man who would sell his mother to JY, but also a man of action."

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The video continues playing.

Cheng Xin, who was weeping and grieving, received comfort from an old man.

Tell her to have hope and to believe in hope.

Perhaps Yun Tianming will be resurrected one day, after which he will need food.

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The scene changes.

the next day.

Cheng Xin arrived at Director Weide's office.

At this moment, Cheng Xin looked pale and haggard, like a terminally ill patient.

She came to resign and had some requests.

“I request that these plant seeds be taken on the radiation sail,” Cheng Xin said, placing the bag on Wade’s table.

Thomas Wade didn't respond; instead, he looked around to see which classmates were there.

"Corn, eggplant, and... what about chili peppers?" Wade asked.

Cheng Xin nodded, indicating that these were all foods that Yun Tianming liked to eat.

Wade smiled, pushed the things back, and simply said, "No."

Hearing this, Cheng Xin was truly taken aback and asked him why.

These items add up to 18 grams, which does not affect flight speed.

But Wade insisted that it wouldn't work; if the quality had to be reduced, he wouldn't add any more.

"Let me tell you, it's just a brain. It doesn't have a mouth or stomach, so what's the point?"

"Don't believe any scientific myths about resurrecting him. At most, we'll just keep Yun Tianming's brain in an incubator."

After Wade finished speaking, he exhaled smoke from his cigar.

Seeing him like this, Cheng Xin clenched her fists tightly. She really wanted to snatch the cigar and throw it in his face.

“I will bypass you and petition the higher-ups,” Cheng Xin said.