I Picked Up Talents in the Interstellar Battlefield

chapter 54 - Future City


For two consecutive days, Qin Tian stayed in his room except for meals in the cafeteria.He practiced cultivation techniques, meditation, took online courses, and occasionally video-called the Earth Dragon Squad for a chat.Life was not boring; instead, it was quite fulfilling.Two days later, the warship arrived at its destination, Alpha 1.Whoosh~~~The hatch opened, and refreshing air rushed in.Although there was an air purification system inside the warship, being in an enclosed space for a long time always made people feel a bit suppressed.After walking out of the warship, a group of people immediately came forward to greet them."Officer Yan!"Several people saluted uniformly. Qin Tian glanced at their shoulder boards, all of them holding the rank of Senior Colonel.From this, Yan Qing was at least a Major General."Xiaoshan, long time no see~"Yan Qing walked forward and smiled, patting one person on the shoulder."Old Leader, it's been ten years since we last met."Yue Shan showed a smile on his face, "Since you're here this time, please allow me to fulfill my duties as host.""Even if you didn't say it, I would have asked," Yan Qing laughed heartily, then added, "Oh, right, Xiaoshan, this is Major Qin Tian. He will be returning to Silver Gray Star with me tomorrow. Please arrange accommodation for him."Normally, Qin Tian, having come to Alpha 1 with him, should have accompanied him to tonight's gathering.However, replicants have peculiar temperaments and don't understand social etiquette, making it easy for them to spoil a good atmosphere. This was a painful lesson he had learned.Although Qin Tian seemed different from other replicants, to be on the safe side, it was better to send Qin Tian away."Alright, Xiao Zhang, please take Major Qin to the Hill Hotel. Just mention my name.""Yes~"Beside them, a young officer stepped forward and politely said to Qin Tian:"Major Qin, this way please.""Okay."Qin Tian nodded, dragged his luggage, and got into a flying vehicle with the officer, heading to the hotel.After Qin Tian left, Yue Shan asked with a smile:"Leader, I heard that you've been transferred to the Seventh Bureau of the Special Operations Management Office. This is a department directly managed by Lin Shuai. Do you have a chance to speak directly with Lin Shuai?"Yan Qing waved his hand, "If I had that much ability, I would have been transferred to work in the Imperial Capital long ago. However, when I go to the Imperial Capital for reporting duties each year, I am fortunate enough to meet Lin Shuai."Hearing this, everyone was surprised, and their attitudes became even more enthusiastic."Officer Yan, please tell us more about Lin Shuai's deeds. To be honest, I've looked up to Lin Shuai as an idol since I was a child.""I also chose to join the army because of Lin Shuai.""No problem, no problem."Yan Qing responded with a smile.As one of the supervisors of the Seventh Bureau in the Qingmu Star Region, his primary responsibility was the selection and training of all special replicant talents within his jurisdiction.However, too few replicants could awaken psionic energy and stand out.Since taking over the work of the Seventh Bureau, only one clone soldier under him had passed through layers of assessments and been transferred to a higher-level unit.Therefore, his attitude towards this work now was to be serious and responsible, but not overly enthusiastic.In his heart, another task was more important.To expand the military network for his direct superior.Lin Shuai had a special background. Although he himself was astonishingly brilliant, ascending to the Marshal's seat with successive great victories, compared to other marshals from established families, his foundation in the military and various sectors of the Empire was too shallow.It was precisely because of this that Lin Shuai had made a quiet exit after that most glorious battle, never leaving the Imperial Capital by even half a step since.To prevent history from repeating itself, as his subordinates, they had been working tirelessly for Lin Shuai, developing a network of connections, and striving to bring more generals from common backgrounds under his command.And this was also an important reason why he sent Qin Tian away and chose to gather with Yue Shan and others...."Major Qin, this is your room. If you have any other needs, please feel free to contact me," the young officer said very politely."Not at the moment, thank you."Qin Tian nodded in response.Upon hearing this, the officer saluted and closed the door for Qin Tian.Qin Tian put down his luggage and looked around the room.This guest room was very luxurious, with an area of at least 200 square meters, similar to a presidential suite in his previous life.However, Qin Tian had been cooped up in the warship for two days and now just wanted to go out and see what a city in the Galaxy Empire looked like.He took off his military uniform, changed into a black casual outfit, put his most important weapons, the black frost blade and the Hidden Kill sniper rifle, into his Space Sack, and then, with a sense of anticipation, walked out of the hotel.Standing at the hotel entrance, a panorama of a futuristic city unfolded before his eyes.The city's skyline was redefined by towering super-high-rise buildings. These structures were no longer just stacks of steel and concrete but rather miniature ecosystems integrating living, working, and leisure.The building surfaces were covered with smart solar panels, acting as the city's "energy skin." They could not only absorb sunlight and convert it into electricity to power the entire building but also automatically adjust their angles and colors according to light intensity and temperature, allowing the city to display different hues at various times of the day.Vehicles flowed continuously on the streets; traditional cars could be seen, as well as aerial buses flying orderly in the city's sky.Qin Tian wandered aimlessly. There were various shops on both sides of the street. Pedestrians hurried along, dressed in diverse attire, showcasing different races, cultures, and preferences vividly on this small street.Compared to the ❀ Nоvеlігht ❀ (Don’t copy, read here) strictly controlled and heavily guarded Lieyang Valley Base, this city was like a beautifully colored painting, every part of it showcasing the vitality of the Galaxy Empire.Standing beneath the sky-high buildings, gazing at the surrounding technologically advanced cityscape, at this moment, Qin Tian finally felt like he had arrived in a future world.He opened the StarNet and searched for the city he was in.Currently, he was in Sunset City, the largest city on Huaiyuan Continent, Alpha 1.Sunset City was famous for its commerce. Most of the planet's financial groups and enterprises had branches in Sunset City, and the prosperous commerce continuously promoted urban construction, attracting more capital to settle in.Qin Tian took an aerial bus and, like other tourists, circled the city from above, overlooking the beautiful twilight scenery of Sunset City.After reaching the terminal, he began to walk back, stopping to visit any interesting shops or buildings he encountered along the way, and considering buying items he liked.After he received his Imperial ID card, Qin Dadi had helped him activate his bank card online. His first month's Sergeant salary, along with his newly promoted Major salary, had all been deposited into the card. Although it wasn't much, only thirty thousand Star Coins, it was enough for daily expenses.As night fell, brilliant lights illuminated the city, giving it a different glow.Qin Tian checked online guides and found a small restaurant that wasn't very famous but had an excellent reputation. He sat down and ordered the largest signature set meal.Soon, the waiter briskly brought a large plate of beef rice bowl. Instantly, a rich and mellow aroma filled the air.On top of the plump, glistening rice were several layers of tender, juicy beef slices. They had been carefully pan-fried, with edges slightly curled and an enticing caramelized color. The meat juices shimmered under the light, and the onions were stir-fried until soft and sweet, intertwined with the beef, emitting an appetizing scent.Next, several uniquely shaped small dishes were brought out, and in addition, a glass of effervescent orange-red drink.Just as Qin Tian was about to start eating, a gentle voice suddenly came from beside him."Brother, the restaurant is full. Can we share a table with you?"

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