Enforcer Manual
Chapter 559: The Arrogant Retreat Environment_1

Chapter 559: Chapter 559: The Arrogant Retreat Environment_1

Over the next half week, the United Government’s conscription programs in various border cities were in full swing, as new soldiers headed for the battlefield had completed their first round of basic training. They were spirited, all enveloped in the anticipation of a victorious return.

Despite many dissatisfactions with the United Government, their military might was unquestionable.

It was a contradictory psychology.

Dissatisfied with the exploitative policies instituted by the United Government, yet in the face of war, there was an unparalleled sense of identification and pride for their country.

That evening, Lu Xiang finished her department’s work as usual.

With the front-line situation unclear, it was foreseeable that they would not be able to return to Sector Seventeen for a long time, and she needed to arrange the next month’s work, or even longer, in advance.

Upon entering, the scent of the meal in the living room immediately wafted over.

She smoothed her bangs, put her bag on the cabinet at the door, her furrowed brows relaxed, and the corners of her mouth lifted slightly. She looked towards the living room sofa, where Song Lan was lying like a salted fish as always, with the TV broadcasting conscription news from various border cities.

During this special period, almost all entertainment channels had been banned, and the television and internet were filled with conscription-related mobilization news without exception.

The scale of this war mobilization was unprecedented. In addition to the United Government, even national idol-level rescuers and top broadcasters in the live streaming industry were acting as recruiters, advocating for conscription to the front lines.

All signs indicated that this would be a protracted war—perhaps the longest and most far-reaching war the United Government had ever faced. In those special times when it was rumored to wage war against the Rebel Army, the United Government had never been so united.

Every day, giant airships of the United Government circled overhead, forcing them to listen to highly brainwashing speeches. It was impossible not to be influenced, but every time Lu Xiang came home and saw Song Lan, the stress accumulated throughout the day would dissipate without a trace.

This was where Song Lan’s magic lay—in his company, you couldn’t help but relax.

Because...

Regardless of war or peace, the Dumb Bird would always refresh in his "nest" at a set time, as if nothing happening in the outside world could disrupt him.

Lu Xiang even suspected that if the mutant forces of the Neutral Country were to reach the doorstep of Sector Seventeen, Song Lan might continue to lie on the couch watching TV just like now.

This allowed her to recall some amusing things amidst the pressure.

"Anjing sent another message today."

Anjing’s work ethic was astonishing. Ever since she was sent to Newster Academy, she would send her "work report" at a fixed time every day.

After hearing the shocking plans of Anfiya, she seemed to have classified her as a dangerous person, taking it upon herself to monitor Anfiya, turning it into her mission for the trip. From the content of the "work report," Anfiya’s presence seemed to have improved Anjing’s life.

She described Anfiya, her dorm roommate, as a miraculous human.

She even suspected at one point that Anfiya might not be a purely human being, but rather a disguised unknown creature.

First, Anfiya’s body was not pure; it bore many unexplained patching marks.

Anfiya’s body harbored many deadly weapons.

Anfiya’s habits bordered on bizarre; she always played the midnight emotion radio station while showering, but Anjing claimed that after Anfiya finished showering and searched the bathroom several times, she couldn’t find where Anfiya had hidden the radio.

More importantly, Anfiya always liked to have unnecessary physical contact with her.

She was now seriously suspecting that this was a parasitic method of an unknown creature.

The evidence was that having spent only half a week with Anfiya, Anjing had developed some unusual feelings towards her.

But she emphasized more than once in the "work report" that all seemingly affectionate actions were forced.

Anfiya’s strength was abnormal; once she got hold of you, it was hard to break free.

Today, suspecting that she had fallen victim to parasitism, Anjing visited the school’s medical examination room to get her body checked, and the report indicated that everything was normal.

If you set aside those terms with a professional nature, it’s not hard to discern that the relationship between the two had progressed rapidly over the half-week, the so-called "parasitic" likely referring to the physical contact that only occurs between very close female friends.

Although Lu Xiang had never had such an experience before, when she was studying at Morning Star, she had seen many classmates whose relationships were so good that they held hands whenever they went out for classes.

As Song Lan put it...

"Does Anjing actually possess the ’tsundere’ attribute?"

With the strength of her psychic abilities, if she truly resolved to reject Anfiya’s physical contact, the latter should have had no chance to touch her.

She didn’t know where Song Lan had heard these strange terms from, and trying to adopt them amidst their busy work schedule was not easy. However, since Song Lan had applied this term to her recently, Lu Xiang still made time to look up some information.

In 2167, ’tsundere’ was not a common term.

According to the records, this term could be traced back to just before the outbreak of the Third War, popular for less than half a century during that pre-war history, and ultimately disappeared into the annals of history due to various factors such as "environmental retreat" and "defeated dogs" [loser syndrome].

It typically described behavior that is outwardly tough because of shyness or embarrassment, concealing true feelings.

To ensure her understanding was correct, Lu Xiang made a point of visiting Song Lan’s department near the end of the workday, and consulted Valerian, known among colleagues as the "master of love advice."

Comrade Valerian, with her three romantic relationships, had become the most experienced expert in personal feelings within the Law Enforcers’ department. She presided over the psychological consultation department and frequently helped colleagues with various love-related issues.

In response to Lu Xiang’s question, Valerian gave her own unique interpretation, which brought it closer to everyday life.

She believed that in daily life, so-called ’tsundere’ referred to those whose minds resist but whose bodies are honest.

Valerian considered that Lu Xiang’s approval of Song Lan’s vacation request perfectly fit the definition of ’tsundere.’

Lu Xiang was a person who believed in being prepared for danger in times of safety.

There was nothing wrong with these definitions themselves, but every time she thought about the fact that ’tsundere’ had disappeared from history due to "environmental retreat" and "defeated dogs" [loser syndrome], she felt a sense of crisis.

So that evening, just as Song Lan was listlessly watching the news to pass time, Lu Xiang tiptoed up to him.

A detailed list obscured the view between him and the television.

The title boldly read: "Comrade Song Lan’s Leave of Absence Rules (Initial Version)."

"What is this...?"

Seeing the list that stretched to more than 50 items, Song Lan suddenly had an ominous feeling.

"Starting now, I will try to keep my thoughts and body as unified as possible," Lu Xiang proclaimed, revealing a smile that sent a shiver down Song Lan’s spine.

To achieve this, she had to write down some of the vague matters clearly and explicitly on paper.

"Considering the special nature of your work, I principally agree to your leave request," she continued.

Then, changing her tone, she said, "However, every time you take a leave in the future, you must fulfill the requirements listed in these detailed rules according to the length of the leave."

War had come.

A feeling of intense crisis washed over Song Lan’s heart.

While the United Government was preparing for the war against the Third Neutral Country, a war against him, this salted fish, also quietly descended.