18: Chapter 18: For the sake of a second child, the government arranges blind dates for a mature female special agent.

"Comrade Lin Yun, the preliminary interrogation results for this infiltration incident are in."

A week later, Elder Chen brought his secretary, Xiao Zhang, to Lin Yun's villa once again.

After rigorous interrogation by Nightingale's team, the spies paralyzed by the "Swarm Neurotoxin" had their psychological defenses completely collapse after losing the ability to act.

They confessed all the details, including the orders from the top brass of Eagle Sauce, and the true purpose of their infiltration of the "Pangu Project"—to assassinate Lin Yun, steal core technology, and even kidnap Qin Zihan and the fetus in her womb.

Lin Yun sat upright on the sofa, his expression calm, as if none of this had anything to do with him.

While listening to Elder Chen's report, he gently stroked Qin Zihan's protruding abdomen.

Qin Zihan's due date was only a week away, and she was leaning in Lin Yun's arms, resting with her eyes closed.

"The wolfish ambitions of Eagle Sauce are laid bare for all to see." Elder Chen's voice carried a hint of coldness. "We have already eliminated all personnel involved and conducted a comprehensive security sweep of all critical departments nationwide."

"Mm." Lin Yun responded indifferently.

He knew that Eagle Sauce would not give up easily.

This failed infiltration would only make them realize that seizing technology by force was impossible, and they would only resort to more covert and cunning methods.

"Comrade Lin Yun, your cooperation with Nightingale's team this time was excellent. Not only did you thwart the enemy's plot, but you also allowed us to gain control of some of their core intelligence systems."

Elder Chen changed the subject, his tone tinged with a hint of admiration. "Especially that 'Swarm Neurotoxin' of yours—it's simply a stroke of genius! Silent and traceless, it doesn't take lives, yet it can instantly dismantle the enemy's resistance."

Lin Yun smiled but said nothing.

This was just a little gadget he had casually materialized from the system to avoid unnecessary casualties.

He knew that his real trump card was still hidden deeper away.

"However, Comrade Lin Yun." Elder Chen paused, his tone becoming somewhat serious, even carrying a hint of... awkwardness.

Lin Yun looked up at Elder Chen.

He knew the real business was about to start.

"Comrade Qin Zihan's due date is here. For the next period, her body needs recuperation, and she will be unable to participate in the core work of the 'Pangu Project'."

Elder Chen glanced at Qin Zihan, his eyes filled with concern.

Qin Zihan opened her eyes; she naturally understood the meaning behind Elder Chen's words.

In the "Pangu Project," she was not only Lin Yun's wife but also the most important "host."

"Our 'Pangu Project' cannot stagnate," Elder Chen said in a deep voice. "Although our first batch of S-rank offspring is about to be born, I hope you can cultivate more high-potential talent for the Dragon Nation as soon as possible!"

"So..." Elder Chen looked at Lin Yun, his eyes filled with a hint of anticipation and probing. "The state has decided to arrange a second... 'cooperation' partner for you."

As expected. Lin Yun's heart stirred; he had long anticipated this step.

Qin Zihan's pregnancy meant she would be unable to give birth again for a short period.

And the core of the "Pangu Project" was the continuous production of black technology.

"I have already screened several of the best candidates." Elder Chen signaled to Xiao Zhang, who immediately began operating on his tablet.

However, Lin Yun shook his head: "Elder Chen, I want to see Nightingale."

Elder Chen was stunned, a flash of surprise appearing in his eyes.

Nightingale? That special forces captain?

"Comrade Lin Yun, although Nightingale has outstanding abilities, in terms of genetics and academic background, she..."

Xiao Zhang couldn't help but speak up; he wondered if there was something wrong with Lin Yun's judgment.

Although Nightingale was excellent, compared to a genius of Qin Zihan's caliber, she was clearly not in the same league.

"Nightingale has very strong comprehensive qualities." Lin Yun interrupted Xiao Zhang. He looked at Elder Chen, his tone firm. "Her intelligence, execution, courage, and adaptability in special environments are all exceptional."

"Moreover, she possesses extreme loyalty and a spirit of self-sacrifice. More importantly, unlike Qin Zihan, she is not a pure scientist."

Lin Yun knew that relying solely on women focused on scientific research like Qin Zihan might produce children with high IQs, but if the children's personalities all leaned toward rationality, they might lack some necessary "wildness" and "tenacity."

He needed various types of S-rank offspring to perfect the talent reserve of the "Pangu Project."

Moreover, Nightingale's genes contained a unique "combat" factor, which was crucial for cultivating future military talents who could directly lead troops and utilize black technology!

Elder Chen pondered for a moment, a flash of insight appearing in his eyes.

He had to admit that Lin Yun's vision was always so unique.

He didn't just consider the excellence of the genes, but also the diversity of future talent.

"Good!" Elder Chen slapped the table hard. "Since you have specified her, I will add Nightingale to the list of candidates!"

"No," Lin Yun shook his head again. He looked at Elder Chen, his eyes filled with an unquestionable firmness. "Elder Chen, I don't want her on the candidate list."

"I want her to become my second 'cooperation' partner."

The conference room fell into a moment of silence.

Xiao Zhang opened his mouth, but in the end, he made no sound.

He knew that once Lin Yun made a decision, it was very difficult to change.

Elder Chen looked deeply at Lin Yun.

He knew that Lin Yun was not just selecting a wife, but laying out a plan for the future of the Dragon Nation.

"Good! I agree!" Elder Chen said decisively. "Xiao Zhang, notify Nightingale immediately and have her come here! Just say... there is an urgent mission."

Xiao Zhang immediately responded and turned to leave.

Qin Zihan looked at Lin Yun, a flash of complex emotions appearing in her eyes.

She knew how heavy the responsibility Lin Yun shouldered for the Dragon Nation was.

She felt no jealousy, only a deep sense of understanding and support.

She gently held Lin Yun's hand, silently expressing her support.

In less than ten minutes, Nightingale arrived in a hurry.

She had just finished a perimeter patrol, and she still carried the chill of the night wind on her body.

As soon as she entered, she stood at attention and gave a military salute to Elder Chen and Lin Yun.

"Report, Elder Chen, Mr. Pangu, Nightingale of the Dragon Shield Special Forces reporting to you, please give instructions!"

Nightingale's voice was crisp and powerful, her eyes sharp.

A gentle smile appeared on Elder Chen's face: "Comrade Nightingale, sit. I called you here today because there is a top-secret mission that requires your execution."

Nightingale sat down, but her body remained tense, ready to obey orders at any moment.

"Comrade Nightingale, how much do you know about the 'Pangu Project'?" Elder Chen asked straight to the point.

Nightingale was slightly stunned, then answered calmly: "Report, Elder Chen, I know that the 'Pangu Project' is a top-secret plan for Comrade Lin Yun to provide the Dragon Nation with technology that transcends the era. I also know that Comrade Lin Yun's ability needs to be triggered by reproducing offspring."

Although she was a special forces soldier, as a personal bodyguard for Lin Yun and Qin Zihan, she knew more or less some of the core information.

Elder Chen nodded with satisfaction: "Since you understand, I will speak plainly."

"Comrade Nightingale, the state has decided to make you the second 'cooperation' partner for Comrade Lin Yun."

"Your mission is to cultivate more high-potential offspring for the Dragon Nation and the 'Pangu Project'—just like the one in Comrade Qin Zihan's womb!"

Nightingale's pupils contracted sharply. She looked abruptly at Lin Yun, her eyes filled with shock and disbelief.

Her? To become Lin Yun's... "cooperation" partner?

She was a soldier! She had dedicated her entire life to the country and the military! She had never imagined that her mission would be manifested in this way!

Lin Yun just watched her quietly, his eyes calm and profound.

"Comrade Nightingale, I know this is very sudden and may exceed your understanding." Elder Chen's voice was gentle but carried an unquestionable command. "But this is an order from the state, and it is a top strategic decision made for the great rejuvenation of the Dragon Nation."

Nightingale took a deep breath, trying to calm the huge waves in her heart.

She looked at Lin Yun, then glanced at the calm-as-water Qin Zihan beside him.

She knew this was no child's play. This was the manifestation of the state's will.

She suddenly remembered the life-and-death choices she had faced countless times before.

For the sake of the country, she could sacrifice her life without hesitation! So now, for the sake of the country, what did sacrificing her "personal feelings" amount to?

Her eyes gradually became firm.

"I... understand!" Nightingale stood up abruptly, her body straight as a pine. She gave another standard military salute to Lin Yun and Elder Chen, her voice resonant and firm: "Report, Elder Chen, Mr. Pangu! Nightingale guarantees to resolutely complete the mission! For the future of the Dragon Nation, I am willing to sacrifice everything!"

Lin Yun looked at her, the corners of his mouth curling into a faint smile.

"Very good." Lin Yun spoke, his voice carrying a special magnetism, as if it could penetrate the heart. "Nightingale, you are a qualified soldier. I believe you will also be a qualified... mother."

Nightingale's cheeks, for some reason, quietly flushed with a hint of red.

She was rarely praised like this, let alone hearing such words from Lin Yun.

"However, Elder Chen." Lin Yun suddenly changed the subject. "Before that, we have an even more important matter to attend to."

"What is it?" Elder Chen asked in confusion.

"Qin Zihan's due date is almost here." Lin Yun said softly, his gaze looking toward Qin Zihan, his eyes filled with anticipation. "Our first batch of S-rank offspring is about to arrive in this world."

"And their birth, I believe, will bring this world a... truly 'birth gift' that is even more shocking than all-solid-state batteries!"

Lin Yun's eyes became incredibly burning.

He knew that the real main event was about to take the stage.

Elder Chen's body trembled violently, and an unprecedented light erupted in his eyes.

He knew that Lin Yun never made empty promises.

Nightingale also looked at Qin Zihan, her eyes filled with complex emotions.

She was about to become this man's second "cooperation" partner, yet his first child was to be born from this woman.

This feeling was something she couldn't fully digest for the moment.

But she was also filled with anticipation.

She knew that what Lin Yun brought would be a "miracle" in the true sense of the word.