Chapter 293 The End of Resentment
After hearing what the puppet Taoyao said, Jasmine maintained a calm expression and did not react immediately.
She habitually thought about various possibilities and weighed the pros and cons of staying.
However, Feiying, who was standing next to her, was completely unable to conceal her excitement.
"Is it really okay? That's great!"
Feiying suddenly opened up her mouth, her eyes lit up amazingly, and her voice was filled with joy:
"We just need a safe place to rest!"
She almost jumped forward a step, completely forgetting her previous restraint and nervousness, and the familiar vitality returned to her.
Feiying continued excitedly, her face filled with pure joy and anticipation.
Jasmine almost rolled her eyes as she looked at her companion who had suddenly regained his energy.
She was extremely speechless in her heart, but she still maintained a decent smile on the surface.
Now that things have come to this, there is no need for her to say anything more.
After all, she knew Feiying...
Once this red-haired girl gets serious about something, there's nothing anyone can do to stop her.
Moreover, Jasmine had to admit that during the elevator ride up just now, she was indeed very interested in many areas inside the tower.
She was very curious about the sophisticated mechanical equipment, complex energy systems, and huge data storage centers.
If the two mechanical lives in front of him really had no ill intentions.
Then this will be a rare opportunity to get a close look at the precious heritage left by the former civilization.
She had heard all kinds of legends about previous civilizations since she was a child...
That area, which was said to be as glorious as the Golden Kingdom in previous civilizations, created countless miracles with its highly developed technology.
But today, most of the relics of former civilizations have been abandoned or destroyed, and it is rare to find one as well preserved and still functioning as this tower.
Judging from what we have seen along the way, the tower area of the Mechanical City is not only well preserved, but also maintains a fairly high operating efficiency.
Those mechanical lives that were still working and those complex equipment that were still running made Jasmine imagine.
How prosperous and magnificent would the pre-civilized mechanical cities have been in their heyday?
What are the essential differences compared to the current golden kingdom?
These questions are so tempting that they are enough to fascinate any seeker of knowledge.
Jasmine decided to let down her guard for the time being and at least give herself a chance to explore and understand.
"Thank you for your kindness."
Jasmine finally spoke, her voice calm but with a hint of sincere gratitude:
"Then I'll trouble you."
When Hualei heard that Feiying and Moli both agreed to stay, a bright smile immediately broke out on her face, and her eyes lit up like stars in the night sky.
She jumped up with joy and clapped her hands together, making a crisp sound.
"Great! Dear sister, let me take the two sisters to their rooms!"
Hualei said excitedly, her tone full of anticipation:
“I know where the best rooms are with the best views!”
Her enthusiasm was almost contagious, and even the ever-vigilant Jasmine couldn't help but be moved by it.
There is a pure joy in this peculiar little girl that makes people want to get closer to her unconsciously.
The puppet Tao Yao nodded slightly, and the movement was as graceful as a flower swaying gently in the breeze.
"Well, that's up to you."
Taoyao's voice is like a gentle wind chime:
“Take good care of our guests.”
Then, she turned to Feiying and Jasmine, her gaze lingering on Feiying's face for a little longer before moving to Jasmine.
"You two can stay and get familiar with the surrounding environment. Although there are still many areas in the tower that have not been activated, I think those areas that have been activated should be useful for your exploration."
Taoyao's voice still maintained that unique calmness and elegance:
"I spend most of my time in the core control room at the top of the tower, where I can monitor the status of the entire Mechanical City."
"If you need me, you can come and look for me at any time."
After saying this, the two of them bowed gracefully.
Then they turned and walked away, their steps light and rhythmic, as if they were performing some kind of silent dance.
Soon, the two puppets disappeared at the end of the corridor, leaving Hualei enthusiastically entertaining the two new guests.
Feiying looked at the puppet Taoyao's departing back, and a hint of obvious disappointment flashed in her eyes.
Ever since she saw the mysterious doll, she has been troubled by an inexplicable sense of familiarity.
Deep down she longed to understand the other person more and figure out where this feeling came from.
But now that the other party has left, this question remains unanswered.
However, Feiying quickly adjusted her mindset.
Since I have decided to stay, there will always be a chance to come into contact with the mysterious doll and resolve the doubts in my heart.
Right now, it is more important to get familiar with this unfamiliar environment.
Hualei seemed completely unaffected by the departure of the two dolls and still maintained her high enthusiasm.
She skipped over to Feiying and Jasmine with a bright smile on her face.
"Two sisters, follow me. I will show you the room first!"
Hualei said enthusiastically, her voice full of anticipation:
"My dear sister has prepared one of the best guest rooms in the tower for you. You will definitely like it!"
As she spoke, she stretched out her hands, holding Feiying with one hand and Jasmine with the other, as if she was afraid that they would get lost.
Her hand was small, but surprisingly warm and strong. She led the two of them through several intricate corridors and finally stopped in front of a metal door.
"reached!"
Bud announced excitedly.
Then she released her hand and pressed a few times on the control panel next to the door.
The door slid open silently, revealing a large and bright space.
The design of the room has both the cool feeling of future technology and the warmth of daily life.
The wall was made of some kind of translucent material, appearing a soft milky white under the light.
The floor is covered with dark carpet with a fine texture. It feels soft when you step on it, like walking on clouds.
A set of sofas and coffee tables are placed in the center of the room, which looks comfortable and practical.
On one side is an open kitchen area where various complex equipment are neatly arranged. Although the shapes are strange, their basic functions seem to be similar to those of ordinary kitchen utensils.
On the other side is a small rest area with several very comfortable-looking lounge chairs and a uniquely shaped bookshelf filled with various books and small items.
The most eye-catching thing is a huge floor-to-ceiling window at the end of the room, which extends from the floor to the ceiling and provides a great view.
Through this window, you can see the entire mechanical ruins.
The endless wreckage of metal buildings presents a desolate and mysterious beauty in the twilight. Black vines are winding among the ruins like huge snakes, and the outline of the mountains in the distance is vaguely visible, adding a sense of grandeur to the scene.
“The first floor is the living room and public area.”
Hualei introduced excitedly, "There are two separate bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs. You can choose one each."
She pointed to a spiral staircase on one side, which led to the upper floor.
The design of the stairs is also futuristic, with each step made of translucent material suspended in the air.
Those materials emit a faint blue light under the light, looking both safe and full of design sense.
Hualei continued to introduce, her voice full of pride:
“The walls and ceiling are made of smart materials. I put a lot of effort into repairing them!”
“They can change colours and textures as needed. If you want a different style, just tell the room what you want.”
She showed them around.
Then she suddenly remembered something, trotted over to the sofa, and took out a small remote control from a hidden drawer.
"Oh, and the most important thing!"
Hualei smiled mysteriously, then walked to the huge French window:
“This window is not just for viewing.”
She pursed her lips, her eyes gleaming with anticipation, and pressed a button on the remote.
Something magic happened.
The scene of ruins outside the window suddenly began to change, like a layer of mist being blown away by the wind, revealing a completely different scene.
The desolate ruins disappeared, replaced by a brightly lit and vibrant futuristic city.
The towering skyscrapers are covered with flowing colored lights and holographic projections.
There are aircraft of various shapes flying in the sky, and on the ground there are busy mechanical life forms and bionic intelligent people.
The whole city is like a huge organism, full of vitality and dynamism.
“This is what the Mechanical City looked like in its heyday.”
Hualei explained softly:
"A holographic projection reconstructed based on the records in the tower's database."
"..."
Next, Hualei continued to enthusiastically introduce the various facilities in the room to Feiying and Jasmine.
She pointed at a small control panel on the wall and slid her finger gently, and the lights in the entire room immediately turned into a warm orange-yellow color.
“It’s the environmental control system that regulates everything in the room.”
Hualei explained, with a gleam of pride in her eyes:
“Temperature, humidity, light, and even the aromatic content of the air can be precisely controlled.”
“You can always adjust it according to your preferences.”
She then led the two to the kitchen area and showed them various peculiarly shaped devices one by one.
"This is a food synthesizer that can make almost any food based on the parameters entered."
Hualei manipulated a metal box expertly, and a list of hundreds of foods immediately appeared on the screen:
"Of course, the taste may not be as good as that made by a real chef, but it is definitely much better than the dry food in the wild."
Hualei then demonstrated a water purification device, an automatic cleaning system, and a small medical station that was said to be able to treat simple wounds and illnesses.
Throughout the whole process, she behaved like a proud little host, showing her precious baby to the guests.
“The water in the bathroom is purified from an underground source and is very clean.”
Hualei pointed upstairs and said, "It also has a massage function, which is very comfortable."
"The books on the bookshelf are all the information left by the Mechanical City. Although I don't understand them very well, they may be useful to you."
Hua Lei's explanation was both detailed and vivid, and he was obviously very familiar with these facilities, as if he had lived here for a long time.
She knows every button and every function, and even shares some tips on how to use it.
After the introductions, Hualei glanced at the time display on the wall and seemed to realize that it was getting late.
"Then the two sisters should have a good rest first."
Hualei said with a smile, her tone was a little tired, but still energetic: