Within the research building, completed in just over a week.
Meng Hao met the person in charge here, US Colonel William.
"Hello, dear Meng!"
"I am honored to be the highest-ranking official responsible for your safety during your upcoming research work."
"In your future work and life, you can directly inform me of any needs... of course, this includes seeing Luna!"
Colonel William.
Not old, could even be considered Meng Hao's peer.
It was obvious.
This Colonel William was a direct descendant of a prominent family in the United States.
Meng Hao didn't sense much of a military presence from him; instead, he exuded the airs of a wealthy playboy.
This fellow.
He was less like he was here to execute a mission and more like he was here to gain experience.
Being able to quickly establish a connection with Meng Hao, a favorite of Lieutenant General Tommy and a guaranteed future titan of the US scientific research community, would undoubtedly be highly beneficial for William's future career development.
It was a pity.
This kid had picked the wrong person to gain experience from.
If Meng Hao were to escape under his watch, forget about promotions, wealth, and a smooth career path.
William might well have a bleak future.
It was even possible, given Lieutenant General Tommy's personality, that he would be sent to a military court.
However.
Meng Hao wouldn't reveal that so soon.
He slightly shook the hand offered by Colonel William, maintaining a neutral, distant demeanor.
"Then, I will have to trouble you with many matters concerning my life and work from now on."
William believed this was a good start.
He lowered his voice with a smile.
Acting like an old friend.
"Hey, dear Meng, don't be so stiff!"
"We're all men, and I heard you like girls... I have to say, Luna, whom you've won over, is truly top-notch!"
"Don't worry, as long as you don't make any excessive requests... when Luna isn't around, I can introduce you to some nice girls. I know plenty of exceptional ones."
Good heavens.
Was this a US military colonel?
He was practically a high-class pimp and a seasoned player.
Seeing Meng Hao's somewhat stunned look, William put on a more mysterious air.
"Of course, it can be a bit boring with just girls."
"How about I arrange a gambling ship? We can play a few rounds when you have time. If you win, it's yours; if you lose, it's mine... Of course, these gambling ships can only come late at night, and more importantly, they can't go further than two kilometers from the research center!"
"Hmm, I heard that researchers like to have their brains stimulated. How about I get you some more fun powder? You know, the kind that invigorates the mind."
Damn it.
Meng Hao was almost stupefied.
This William was being excessively polite.
And crucially.
This guy.
He had gambling, women, and drugs, all at his disposal!
Unable to bear William's excessive enthusiasm, Meng Hao instinctively waved his hand.
"No rush for now."
"Let's settle in first, and let me understand the specifics of the work!"
"We'll have plenty of time to spend together in the future; there will be ample opportunity to strengthen our bond."
A gentleman is cautious in his solitude.
Although Meng Hao didn't consider himself a perfectly upright gentleman, he still upheld his duties as a citizen of Daxia while in a foreign land.
Refusing drugs and gambling starts with oneself.
...
Lunch.
Was eaten in the research center's cafeteria.
As the experimental center was dismantled and reinstalled directly from the United States,
The facilities here were extremely complete, and there were no issues with toxic substances exceeding standards due to the new renovation.
Luna had not yet left.
To demonstrate his sincerity to Meng Hao, William
Even invited Luna to lunch.
At the dining table.
William was full of antics, making Luna laugh heartily, and even Meng Hao couldn't help but smile.
If not for the difference in nationality, mission, and allegiance, Meng Hao might have wanted to be friends with this guy.
The three dining in the private room were filled with laughter.
As the meal neared its end.
William took out a phone and handed it to Meng Hao.
"This is a phone that the military requires you to use."
William sighed, adopting an expression of sympathy, as if saying he couldn't help despite being an old friend.
"Even if I don't say it, you can guess that this phone, while looking like an ordinary domestic US Apple phone, has been specially modified."
"For example, there are very few contacts that can be added, only me, Lieutenant General Tommy, Charles, and Luna... and although you can access the internet, any form of posting or external communication channels are blocked... Finally, this phone has a GPS function. If you move more than three kilometers from the experimental center, it will immediately trigger an alarm!"
Meng Hao nodded.
Silently put the new phone into his pocket.
Even if William hadn't said it, he could guess that the provided phone was a special issue.
"However, rest assured, the call recording and monitoring permissions for this phone are with me!"
"I will absolutely not eavesdrop when you contact Miss Luna."
Looking at William's mischievous smile.
Meng Hao exchanged a smile with Luna.
This William was quite sensible.
William took a napkin and wiped his mouth, cleaning his glossy lips.
"And also."
"Miss Luna can stay at our base as well."
"However, it cannot be discovered by others, otherwise, I will face disciplinary action."
Good heavens.
This William.
He was quite adept at handling people.
When he first met Meng Hao, he had told Meng Hao to let him know anytime if he wanted other girls.
And then he turned around to curry favor with Luna, saying that while Luna couldn't leave with Meng Hao, she could stay with him, but not leave the room.
Meng Hao chuckled.
"I appreciate your intentions, brother William."
"However, Luna has been under house arrest with me for over twenty days. If she stays in this tiny place any longer, she'll go crazy."
"Let's have her go out for some fresh air. When you miss her, you can bring her over late at night, can't you?"
Meng Hao winked at William with a smile.
The latter immediately understood.
Clearly.
Meng Hao had feelings for Luna, and she wasn't just a toy for him to relieve his urges.
But.
If Luna were to stay here all the time.
Wouldn't Meng Hao be unable to sample other girls?
William, who immediately understood Meng Hao's "thoughts," gave him a thumbs-up.
"Brother Hao."
"You are truly considerate."
"I admire you."
"After dinner, I will arrange a private jet to take Miss Luna out for a stroll... Oh, and I've also prepared a bank card with a million US dollars in it, as compensation for not being able to accompany Miss Luna on shopping trips!"