The Edge of the Star Field

Information hub

As the lights on the "Street" ceiling lit up, the spaceship welcomed the dawn with a crisp and pleasant bell.

After taking Lin Xiaomin to school, Lin Fan did not return to Room 1003. Instead, he took the elevator to the 75th floor.

Destination: "Spaceship Information Hub."

It was a crucial place for transmitting and sharing information on the spaceship. Whether it was updating tasks, emergency events, or social activities, all announcements took place here.

On the way, Lin Fan unexpectedly encountered Su Yan, who lived on the 75th floor. Clearly, both of them were headed to the same destination.

"Today's results will be announced..." walking side by side, Su Yan suddenly said, a hint of undisguised anxiety on her beautiful face.

Lin Fan nodded, "Yes, the moment that decides our life's fate has arrived."

According to government regulations, one could enjoy retirement benefits upon turning 70, no longer needing to work. This decision would determine their fate for the next 50 years, assuming no unexpected events. Therefore, getting an easy and safe job allocation was undoubtedly the best outcome.

After completing ten years of compulsory education, many still chose to take the university entrance exam, continue studying, and wait for the government to assign a job after graduating.

In any case, whether it was university admission or job assignment, including Lin Fan's interview results for the "External Deployment Operations Legion," everything would be announced today in the "Spaceship Information Hub."

Casually chatting, the two entered the "Spaceship Information Hub" together.

The design of the information hub was exquisite, equipped with advanced technical devices and large-screen monitors. High-definition displays covered the walls, showcasing various important information.

On the left side of the information hub, there was a huge interactive console with various buttons, touchscreens, and projection devices. The staff here could use this console to publish, edit, and manage notifications and announcements on the spaceship.

In the center of the information hub, a delicate holographic projection device floated. When important messages needed to be conveyed, the device emitted a faint beam, presenting the holographic projection in the air. By watching the hologram, one could clearly and intuitively understand the latest spaceship dynamics and important notices.

Lin Fan and Su Yan entered the "Spaceship Information Hub," found a random spot to sit, and awaited the final results.

At this moment, the "Information Hub" was empty, except for the busy staff.

Su Yan, resting her chin on her hands, blinked her big eyes, curiously examining the devices and employees in the information hub. She said, "My mom has recently started arranging blind dates for me."

"The guy is 18 years old, didn't get into college, and is now working in the security department under the spaceship's 'Action Division.'"

"My mom nags about meeting him every day. My ears are almost calloused from it."

"Do you think there's any way to make my mom stop bringing up this matter? I really don't want to marry so early, especially to someone I met through a blind date!"

Lin Fan, with lowered eyes, said, "It's simple, just find a boyfriend."

"You... that's almost like not saying anything!" Su Yan couldn't help rolling her eyes and said in annoyance.

She didn't continue the topic and asked, "What about you? Since I didn't see you sign up for the university entrance exam, have you already decided to start working?"

Lin Fan nodded.

"Just completing ten years of compulsory education, the job assigned may not be very satisfactory..." Su Yan tried to phrase it delicately.

"I applied for the assessment of the 'External Deployment Operations Legion,'" Lin Fan unexpectedly revealed.

"What?" Su Yan almost screamed, "Are you crazy?"

"That's very dangerous. You should know better than me. What if something happens, what about Xiaomin? Don't make such inappropriate jokes."

The "External Deployment Operations Legion" was the most unsafe among all job positions on the spaceship. Their tasks were extremely perilous, leading to the highest mortality rate.

Shocked by Su Yan and Lin Fan's conversation, more people entered the information hub, either in groups chatting or silently waiting for the results.

Zhou Ping had an excellent relationship with Lin Fan. They both lived on the 72nd floor and were in the same class. So, when he walked into the information hub and looked around, he walked directly towards them.

"What are you talking about? I heard Su Yan shouting as soon as I got out of the elevator!" Upon approaching, Zhou Ping warmly greeted them.

"Zhou Ping, this guy just said he signed up for the assessment of the 'External Deployment Operations Legion'! Quickly persuade him."

"'External Deployment Operations Legion'..." Zhou Ping's reaction wasn't too intense. Instead, he thought seriously and said, "This is Lin Fan's choice, and we should respect that. Of course, the assessment for the 'External Deployment Operations Legion' is not something easy; he might get rejected."

"You have a point," Su Yan thoughtfully nodded.

Zhou Ping and Lin Fan lived on the 72nd floor, and with their close relationship, they knew a bit about Lin Fan's family situation. They understood that Lin Fan applied for the assessment for the "External Deployment Operations Legion" due to its lucrative salary and benefits.

This was also the government's way of encouraging more people to apply for the assessment.

Therefore, Zhou Ping could understand Lin Fan's thoughts, so he didn't refute, just pointed out, "If you really pass the assessment, what about Xiaomin?"

"Yeah, that's true," Su Yan agreed, nodding.

Just then, two individuals in black uniforms walked in from outside, handing a sealed paper bag to the staff at the control console.

Lin Fan, Zhou Ping, Su Yan, and almost everyone else stood up almost simultaneously, eagerly anticipating.

After confirming the bag's integrity, the console staff signed and displayed the bag to everyone before opening it. They took out the documents and placed them gently on the control console, starting the scanning device.

During the scanning process, subtle noises and flickering lights filled the air. Then, the holographic projection device began to emit light, presenting a complete set of documents in holographic form in mid-air.

Following that, the holographic image divided into multiple sections, showing names, identity card numbers, and more, all vividly displayed in front of everyone.