As the last command was given, the jet holes of the scientific research ship Fire began to open one by one.
Flames burst out.
This behemoth sailed slowly away from the airport at subsonic speed. After there were no obstacles around, it instantly accelerated to the speed of light. In just ten seconds, it disappeared from the sight of the tower staff.
After one hour.
The logistician brought a cup of coffee to everyone in the cockpit, including Lu Li.
"Thanks."
He sat on the chair and silently watched the driver busy, feeling that he was a little redundant.
However, before arriving at your destination, staying here is business, as the name suggests:
guard.
On the side, the pilot David is operating on a cool 3D holographic projection, and the spacecraft continuously adjusts its flight angle in accordance with the direction of his finger sliding.
Andy, whom he had met before, was sitting in the passenger seat, silently staring at the scanner.
He had a strong premonition that something unexpected would happen during this trip, but the fact was--
The spacecraft is in good condition, the operating system is extremely smooth, and the navigation route automatically planned by the system is also very good, without passing through meteorite belts and radiation zones.
It was originally scheduled to take fifteen days to reach the destination, but now it seems that it only takes ten days, and the scientific expedition work lasts for one month. In this way, it only takes fifty days to return home and enjoy paid vacation.
"I hope it's an illusion."
After saying that, Andy handed over the work at hand to the intelligent system. He stood up, stretched, held the cup and saucer and said, "It's tea time now."
"..."
Lu Li was speechless for a while.
Do you want to sit in the cockpit all day?
Frankly speaking, this had just begun and he was already bored.
Didi.
A slight electronic beep sounded.
[Ms. Kamio: Have you boarded the ship? 】
Captain Lin Xiuyi and co-pilot Andy raised their eyes, their gazes paused on Lu Li's watch and then quickly looked back.
This is a high-tech product given by Professor Taylor before he left. Although it has a single function, it has a wide range of uses and can achieve cross-stellar communication.
It just so happened that Miss Kamio also had this thing. When she heard that Lu Li was leaving, she added herself to the contact list, saying it would facilitate communication.
[Lu Li: I just got on the boat, it’s so boring]
By some strange coincidence, Lu Li added the last sentence.
Well, actually he had nothing to do and wanted to find an acquaintance to chat with.
Not long after the message was sent, there was a reply.
[Miss Kamio: There is an old saying, there is no turning back. The scientific research ship has left the airport. Unless it completes its mission, it is impossible to come back.
Stay calm, this is the path you choose. See you in two months.
Haha, I ate hot pot in the store, enoki mushrooms, beef rolls, and opened a bottle of sake]
It was dark, windy, and rainy outside, but inside the club was brightly lit, filled with the smell of meat, and a bottle of fine sake.
Lu Li was indeed a little envious. If he hadn't stepped into the Tinder account but stayed in Flowing City, he would most likely have gone to the Atom Club to have fun at this time.
The hot pot is bubbling... there's a stunning girl sitting next to her... there's a song and dance performance ahead... and a group of bunny girls are standing around.
It's a pity that there is no regret in selling medicine. In addition, even if there is, Lu Li will still choose this path. After all, Flowing Light City is too small and there is no room for display.
While distracted, another message popped up.
[Ms. Kamio: Is it convenient to make a video? I heard people say that there are very few entertainment facilities on spaceships, so I’ll show you the live show in the club]
Lu Li wanted to agree, but looking at the strong working atmosphere in the cockpit, he was really embarrassed.
Why would a security guard want to be so leisurely?
Although the captain didn't say anything, Lu Li knew that if he did this, others would definitely curse him in their hearts.
Alas, it is not easy to be a worker.
[Lu Li: Forget it, the captain is busy. I am the deputy captain of the security team. If I can have a place to sit and have a cup of coffee, I am very satisfied. Humble.jpg]
Not long after her fingers left the simulated light screen, Ms. Kamio replied again:
【What is jpg? 】
【Land from:……】
How the hell do you explain this? The level of technology in Flourlight City is ridiculously crooked. The computers all have monochrome displays...
"Your girlfriend?"
Andy came over holding the cup and saucer.
"Uh, just ordinary friends." Lu Li didn't think he would believe it, but he still explained.
In addition, peeking at the screen is not something I like, so this virtual light screen is more suitable for video calls.
“I remember this style of watch can make video calls, why don’t you try it?”
"It's working time now." Lu Li said with a serious face, "This is inappropriate."
"I declare you can leave work."
The captain's voice came, and he was seen holding coffee and smiling: "It's okay anyway."
"Go and notify the security team members, let these guys have a good rest, and leave everything to us before the spacecraft lands."
In fact, Lin Xiuyi and the first officer had the same view. This mission was not dangerous in the first place. The group's senior management hired two external security guards out of caution.
The most important thing is that there are no robbers in the universe. If there is a problem during the voyage, it may only be a mechanical failure and it can be handled by engineers.
Seeing that his boss was so generous, Lu Li left happily. After all, those sincere eyes couldn't be faked.
He remembered clearly that Roger bought a lot of snacks when he boarded the ship, such as Coca-Cola, freeze-dried fruits, and potato chips.
Lying in the private lounge, eating snacks and watching the cultural performances broadcast by the girl, it is simply not too fun.
In this way, Lu Li walked to the end of the corridor, opened the elevator, and went to each work area to convey the captain's important instructions one by one.
Roger was very pleased with this. He had not flown hundreds but dozens of spaceships. He had encountered captains of various personalities. But this was the first time he had seen such a friendly leader like Mr. Lin Xiuyi. Worth a drink for him.
That's right, at this moment, the security captain Roger, who got off work early, decided to go back to his room and have a few drinks.
For a moment, the atmosphere inside the Tinder account became cheerful.
Engineers took advantage of their duties to watch entertainment videos that had been stored in advance; the security team went back to the dormitory to rest and chat; not to mention the logistics staff.
Even everyone in the cockpit started to have fun.
Because the scanner showed that there were no obstacles around and there was a vacuum, the captain ordered the protective panels to be put away——
The cockpit of the Spark is located at the very front of the spacecraft. After removing the protective equipment, you can look directly at the magnificent scene in the depths of the universe through the large portholes.
"How about a drink?"
Lin Xiuyi smiled and looked at the pilot and co-pilot.
"never mind."
David shook his head. It was understandable for others to relax when they had nothing to do, but he couldn't.
Seeing this, Andy also refused. He was holding the cup and saucer with one hand, and the other hand was constantly touching the light screen to monitor the situation around the spacecraft.
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