Chapter 1169: Chapter 37 The Race Against Time_2

However.

By asking questions, it seems there’s no way to obtain the true answers.

Einstein has already made it clear–

All questions directed at Einstein or the scientists represented on other members’ masks will be denied answers.

Therefore, asking would be futile and a waste of the opportunity to question. The only option is to attempt other methods outside the meeting.

At this moment, Einstein raised his head and looked at Lin Xian:

“Rhein, it’s your turn. This time… what will your question be?”

…

Lin Xian’s brain worked swiftly.

Newton’s sudden intervention had truly disrupted the rhythm he and Jask had planned.

The original plan was for Jask to ask about Copernicus, and for him to question Einstein.

Now, Newton had asked about Copernicus on Jask’s behalf, and Jask had substituted Einstein’s question for him.

Which meant Lin Xian had to come up with a new question.

Currently, there are three options to choose from.

1, Follow the previously listed order and ask how to eliminate the future virus and revive the super artificial intelligence VV.

2, Pursue the thought from earlier and ask about time travel–whether there would still be time assassins sent to kill him.

3, Preemptively inquire about Lady Du Yao’s information to assist in quickly locating the target. Use this one-month gap to beat Galileo and secure Du Yao for protection.

Only one can be chosen.

Lin Xian fell into a dilemma.

First, eliminate the first option.

Because even if this question yields an answer, it’s unlikely to be solved in a short amount of time.

Additionally, Einstein might point to a time several hundred years in the future, identifying a genius whose grandfather’s grandfather hasn’t even been born yet.

An answer so distant holds no immediate value and ranks lower in priority; better to ask it next month.

The second question is actually very important–Lin Xian is eager to know if his life-threatening danger has been neutralized.

If Einstein’s answer confirms there are still time assassins, it would mean Copernicus isn’t entirely dead, or remnants remain, and his Entangled State of Time-Space Particle could still be stolen.

If Einstein’s response guarantees no more time assassins forever, it would undoubtedly bring great relief.

Using one question opportunity to exchange for peace of mind, Lin Xian believes it’s worth it.

Moreover.

If there are indeed still time assassins, Lin Xian must prepare defenses in advance.

This question truly holds high priority.

But the matter of Du Yao…

The priority level is just as high.

At the next meeting, Galileo will undoubtedly continue to ask about the neuroscientist and ways to solve the side effects of suspended animation-induced amnesia, likely leading Einstein to give the name [Du Yao].

Until now, Lin Xian hadn’t rushed to seek Du Yao due to fear that protecting Du Yao early might disrupt the worldline.

A shifted worldline would leave him without any reference for copying the Time Shuttle Machine blueprints.

His original intention was to finish replicating the blueprints or confirm Copernicus had completely perished, and only then set out to find Du Yao without risking wasting his Entangled State of Space-Time Particle.

But now…

Galileo had forcibly accelerated the entire rhythm.

Lin Xian only had one month to find Du Yao, then bind her to his identity and future plans.

This way.

At next month’s meeting, when Galileo questions Einstein about Du Yao’s information, Einstein will say–

“Refused to answer, question wasted.”

Galileo would forever be unable to obtain the correct answer.

Even if Galileo suspects the refusal is related to one of the members here.

What does it matter?

He won’t be able to guess, won’t find her, and that’s sufficient.

However…

Should Lin Xian utilize this opportunity to question Einstein for detailed information on Du Yao?

After deliberating swiftly, Lin Xian decided not to ask here.

Because.

It’s too dangerous.

At present, Lin Xian knows very little about Du Yao–only one sentence–

“Lady Du Yao, who died during a peacekeeping aid mission in Africa in the mid-21st century.”

Too vague, too broad.

This means that if Lin Xian questions Einstein, he would inevitably mention Du Yao’s name or reference the keyword “neuroscience.”

The name certainly cannot be mentioned.

If he can look it up, others surely can too. Du Yao’s identity would soon be exposed, leading to her being intercepted.

The keyword “neuroscience” is even riskier.

Galileo just asked about it moments earlier; if Lin Xian follows up immediately, everyone would know what he’s aiming for.

Einstein’s answers are audible to all–they’d keep pace with Lin Xian’s intelligence.

Lin Xian absolutely cannot take this risk.

If Galileo truly preempts him and intercepts Du Yao or kills her prematurely…

Then in this worldline, humanity would forever lose the opportunity for a [Neural Electrocution Helmet].

Furthermore.

There’s one more point that must be considered.

Lin Xian is certain he’s seen the name Du Yao somewhere before.

But.

Who can guarantee the Du Yao he saw is the same one Gao Wen mentioned?

It could very well be a coincidence–a case of someone sharing the same name.

Over the years, Lin Xian has been exposed to countless pieces of information–rosters, advertisements, contracts… Who’s to say he didn’t spot the name in some irrelevant context unrelated to a neuroscience expert?

Therefore.

It’s better to avoid asking rashly.

Lin Xian cannot control what answer Einstein provides.