Sometimes it works sometimes it doesn’t (Chapter 141)
As someone she had once closely monitored, Han Lingyue would never mistake Erensu, even with the interference of mental abilities... Such tricks might work on others, but her own abilities were not weak either.
She could only deceive those with weaker mental powers.
To Han Lingyue, it was like a child's play, completely transparent in the eyes of an adult.
And when she noticed Han Lingyue's gaze, Gu Luoyu remained calm, even curling her lips into a smile. Her red eyes were serene, as if she had long known that her true identity would be discovered by Han Lingyue.
She showed no concern about being exposed, reported, or arrested on the spot.
Her casual and relaxed demeanor contrasted with her previous self, adding a sense of ease.
Compared to her previous desperate, life-for-a-life fighting style in the esper squad, where she was neurotic and gloomy, she now seemed much calmer.
Though saying she was completely transformed might be an exaggeration, she had indeed changed from before.
Tsk tsk.
It seems she had some unique experiences!
In fact, Han Lingyue was merely marveling at this and had no intention of reporting Erensu... There was no benefit in reporting, and she had long been dissatisfied with the base authorities.
Always meddling in everything, even before they had their own affairs in order.
Now, having Erensu waging a 'guerrilla war' against them in the base...
Honestly, it was quite amusing.
Originally, Han Lingyue had been troubled by Erensu's 'disappearance,' fearing the worst. But now, seeing Erensu alive and kicking,
A promising fighter had not been lost.
This was good news!
However, when did the lone wolf Erensu gain a companion?
Han Lingyue's gaze turned with interest to Ye Sheng, who stood nearby. The black-haired, black-eyed girl looked fresh and tender, as if she could be squeezed to produce water. Her large eyes curiously watched the scene, though her body language was timid, almost hiding behind Erensu.
Her timid demeanor seemed to suggest she was afraid of Han Lingyue.
This only piqued Han Lingyue's interest further. She had never heard that Erensu had a taste for this!
Thinking back, anyone who had tried to get close to Erensu had ended up as a corpse, not even a strand of hair left untouched. Yet now, she was allowing the girl to cling to her clothes...
Honestly, seeing this was more shocking than an S-class polluted creature attacking the city!
It was on par with knives raining from the sky!
Before Han Lingyue could continue her observations, the smile on Gu Luoyu's face quickly faded. Her expression turned cold and murderous, like a dragon guarding its treasure, cautious and suspicious.
The previously relaxed and casual demeanor vanished instantly.
She stepped forward, blocking Han Lingyue's view of Ye Sheng.
Han Lingyue was different from the other suitors who approached Ye Sheng. With her experience and strength, she was not easy to deal with. If she decided to take Ye Sheng, Gu Luoyu's chances of stopping her were less than half.
It wasn't that Gu Luoyu was overthinking, but the previous Espers who had become infatuated with Ye Sheng were like cats to catnip, drawn by Ye Sheng's hidden secret.
Though she tried to shield Ye Sheng, it was unreliable at times.
So, she had to add another layer of protection to keep those annoying pests away.
"Commander Han, that's Gu Luoyu, a specially hired Esper guard. Would you like to meet her?"
Seeing the direction Han Lingyue was looking, the leader of the transformation potion distribution site smiled ingratiatingly, eager to curry favor with the leader of Squad 1!
Those well-informed within the base authorities knew that Han Lingyue was extraordinary.
Her strength was unfathomable!
Even Erensu, who had caused such a stir recently, was no match for her...
Gaining her favor would mean a smooth path ahead.
A powerful backer who could clear the way.
"Gu Luoyu? Haha, a nice name. Meeting her can wait; there will be opportunities in the future."
Faced with Erensu's protective stance, Han Lingyue chuckled and shook her head, not bothering to approach and cause trouble.
Knowing Erensu was alive was enough; there was no need to draw the base authorities' attention.
That would only complicate things.
After learning the good news that Erensu was still alive, Han Lingyue no longer bothered to disdain the espers boosted by potions.
After all, it had little to do with her; as long as the base authorities were happy.
Once this mission was complete, she would return to the wilderness.
However, the base might face many troubles in the future, so she should stock up on supplies.
Better to be prepared.
"Alright, line up and head outside to board the vehicles. You'll be taken to the research institute, where your abilities will be assessed and plans made to help you shine in your roles."
Seeing that things were wrapping up, the vice-captain behind Han Lingyue spoke up, leading the group away.
The potion-enhanced espers naturally complied, though the punk-haired Huo Lin glanced regretfully at Gu Luoyu and Ye Sheng, feeling it was a pity he hadn't managed to connect with them.
After all, they were Espers, different from half-baked creations like them.
Squad 1 came and went in a hurry.
Only Han Lingyue, the captain, lingered at the back, casting one last glance at Gu Luoyu before turning away with a smile, raising a hand in a wave as if saying goodbye.
Perhaps they would meet again soon!
Though Han Lingyue hoped the meeting could be delayed... After all, even though Espers were constantly plagued by suicidal thoughts, they didn't want the base, humanity's last fortress, to fall.
Those damn polluted creatures were evolving too quickly.
"Huh? Gu Luoyu, don't you think the captain of Squad 1 seems quite friendly?"
Unlike other powerful Espers who seemed crazy.
Apart from her strong presence, she seemed to have retracted all her sharp edges, appearing very rational and calm.
As Ye Sheng pondered this, Gu Luoyu snorted coldly: "She's just good at pretending. When she goes mad, she's uncontrollable."
This piqued Ye Sheng's curiosity, and she looked at Gu Luoyu questioningly.
Gu Luoyu continued: "Han Lingyue is very strong, but her suicidal thoughts are equally stubborn. In her normal state, she's fine, but once she 'loses it,' she becomes wildly suicidal... Many of the measures and tools developed by the research institute to protect Espers from suicide were based on Han Lingyue's experiences."
Gu Luoyu didn't elaborate on Han Lingyue's past.
But it was bloody and brutal; Han Lingyue showed no mercy toward herself.
In recent years, being stationed deep in the wilderness had somewhat alleviated this... and the tools developed by the base research institute had also helped suppress her tendencies.
"Still, I didn't expect to see her in the safe zone. I thought they were still in the wilderness! She must have returned to resupply and will likely leave the base soon."
Gu Luoyu subtly reminded Ye Sheng not to focus too much on others.
Fortunately, Ye Sheng was merely curious. Compared to Han Lingyue, she was more interested in what would happen to the potion-enhanced Espers at the research institute. She hoped they would survive.
"Bang!"
Just as Ye Sheng was thinking this, the doors and windows of the service hall suddenly shattered, followed by an explosion. A group of people leaped in.
Ye Sheng's eyes widened in shock, there really were robbers!!!