Chapter 17
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Lin Jie thought for a bit. There was a spare folding chair in the basement.
Even though it was too narrow for sleeping, it was still fine to lie down for a short period of time.
Lin Jie immediately went to the basement and moved the folding chair up. Because he had a habit of cleaning the basement every once in a while, it wasn't dirty and could be used immediately.
"Even though I expected it to be heavy, I didn't expect it to be this heavy …"
Lin Jie held Yue Sefu's arms and tried to lift him up from the ground. After failing three times, he deeply realized his mistake.
"It's like a two-meter-long brown bear with steel-like muscles all over its body … That's ridiculous!"
Unlike before, when Lin Jie was sitting and Yue Sefu was standing, the difference in height and body size wasn't that obvious.
But now, Lin Jie truly felt like he was facing a giant beast.
He was at least two meters tall, his muscles were clearly defined, and his fists were as big as sandbags. It made people wonder if he could really smash a dog's head with one punch.
His hair was already white, but he had such a terrifying physique.
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Lin Jie looked at Yue Sefu lying on the ground with a headache.
What should he do?
He definitely couldn't just leave him like this. If other customers came, he could try to help.
But in this terrible weather, where would other customers come from?
"Ah, forget it. Even though I'm sorry, I didn't want to do this. I hope you can forgive me."
Lin Jie sincerely apologized for the rude behavior he was about to do.
Then he reached out his hand … and grabbed Yue Sefu's collar. He dragged the heavy bear-like body to the front of the folding chair and put him on it.
"Bang!" A loud sound was heard.
Yue Sefu's right arm fell on the metal armrest of the folding chair, making a heavy metal collision sound.
Lin Jie was stunned. He lowered his head and saw Yue Sefu's right wrist.
The silver-white metallic light was particularly eye-catching under the warm light. The scale-like fine texture had a unique beauty, indicating the top level of craftsmanship of this mechanical arm.
Lin Jie's expression changed instantly. This old man was actually disabled like Lao Wang?!
Moreover, this kind of precision mechanical prosthesis was not something that ordinary people could use.
Lin Jie also knew a little about mechanical prosthetics.
Out of curiosity about the technology of this world, as well as his folklore expertise, he had done extensive research on these new technologies.
In order to better understand the thoughts and habits of the people of this world, it would be easier for them to integrate.
Although A Zier's technology level was similar to that of Earth's in the 80s and 90s, its mechanical and biological technology level was far beyond that of Earth's, and it had developed some strange technology trees.
Mechanical prosthetics were one of them.
However, even the ordinary model of this toy was considered high-end goods. Ordinary civilians would not be able to come into contact with it, nor could they afford to use it.
Not to mention the kind of thing that Joseph had.
Even if you had money, you couldn't buy it.
"This level of precision and weight has definitely exceeded the level of daily life."
Lin Jie thought to himself, "Plus, this old man's astonishing physical strength and his extraordinary aura, could it be …"
He felt like he had discovered the old man's true identity.
"He's actually a retired senior military officer?"
Lin Jie nodded thoughtfully.
That's right. He had interacted with some military personnel before, and they gave off a very similar feeling to this old man.
They both had a natural toughness and integrity.
Thinking about it this way, the fierceness and exhaustion he showed before could be due to PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) after coming back from the battlefield.
The loss of his right arm was his glory on the battlefield!
"No wonder his expression was a bit strange when I mentioned the joint."
Lin Jie came to a sudden realization.
Mechanical prosthetics were made entirely of metal, but the ability to move freely depended on the bionic nerves and muscles of the artificial limb. The core driving force was electricity.
Lin Jie did not know the specific operating principles of this thing, but he felt that this series of explanations gave off the feeling of "I think this should work" of goblin technology.
However, Lin Jie had a deep impression of one thing — the metal connecting parts of the joint were prone to slight short circuits due to moisture. Therefore, the impact of a rainy day on the artificial limb was almost equivalent to rheumatism.
"I thought it was unreliable. Sigh, could it be that he fainted because of a problem with the artificial limb? If there is a constant electrical leakage … it should also affect the nerves. "
Lin Jie sighed and tucked Yue Sefu's arm back.
He took two steps back and looked at the unconscious Yue Sefu who was "imprisoned" by the narrow recliner. Along with the dim lights of the bookstore and the sound of the wind and rain outside.
"Why do I suddenly feel like I'm doing something strange …"
For a moment, Lin Jie vaguely felt like he was the Night Butcher on a rainy night.
It was the kind of butcher who killed someone on a rainy night, then dragged the heavy corpse into a dark shop to do some unspeakable things to hide the truth. He stared at the corpse in a daze, and the long bloodstains on the ground were especially eerie.
This feeling.
"Ha."
Lin Jie shook his head and laughed. His imagination was a bit too rich. How could someone think like that …
His gentle and amiable temperament, kind and warm-hearted character.
Even in this kind of situation that seemed very misleading, he was absolutely upright. A straight body is not afraid of a crooked shadow!
Lin Jie straightened his back and suddenly realized that Yue Sefu was still clutching the book "The Little Prince" tightly in his hand. He did not let go even after he fainted.
He smiled slightly. "Even the iron-blooded people have fairytale-like dreams. Sleep in peace."
"Thump!"
Lin Jie suddenly heard the sound of something falling outside the bookstore.
He was startled and turned around to look.
Outside the gray window, a figure seemed to quickly pass by. The figure seemed to be frightened and let out a low cry. It seemed to be tightly covering its mouth.
"Is someone there?"
Lin Jie frowned and asked.
He walked to the door and opened it. There was no one outside. There was only a black cat running in the rain in the distance and quickly disappeared.
"What, it's a cat."
Lin Jie waved at the cat and smiled. "It's very dangerous outside. Be careful and go home quickly."
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