Chapter 145 Camping.

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<< Everyone, please pay attention. We are now beginning the second event of the cruise: a camping adventure on the beautiful protected planet below us! As you may have noticed, you've been placed into teams of five for safety purposes. Carlos's face fell. "Five-person teams? Of course it had to be five," he muttered bitterly, glancing at the "fifth person" on their team: Sharon, who was sitting next to Ys with an air of elegance that seemed wildly out of place for a camping trip. She caught Carlos's eye again and gave him another warm smile. He quickly looked away. Rex stifled a laugh and gave Carlos a teasing nudge. "Cheer up. At least she doesn't seem angry about last night. If anything, she looks like she's having fun." Carlos groaned. "I'll trade you places. You take my seat, my problems, and my team." "No deal," Rex replied with a grin. << Your transport ship has been equipped with enough resources and tools to last five days, though you will only be staying for three nights and two days. Should you feel unwell or unable to continue, you may contact us using the communicator onboard, and we will arrange for your immediate return. The announcer paused for a moment before continuing. << With that said, please enjoy the trip. We hope this will be a relaxing and memorable experience for all of you! The moment the announcement ended, the transport ship's autopilot engaged, and a soft hum filled the cabin as the ship began its descent. Outside the windows, the vibrant blue-green planet grew larger as they approached. It was breathtaking, with sprawling forests, shimmering rivers, and mountain ranges bathed in golden sunlight. Carlos leaned back in his seat, staring out the window. "I just need to get through this trip without dying. That's all I'm asking for," he muttered. Rex smirked, leaning closer to whisper. "You'll be fine. Just think of it as a bonding experience." Carlos glanced at him, deadpan. "If I survive this, you owe me so many drinks." "Deal," Rex said with a grin. Across the aisle, Ys and Cleo were deep in conversation, though Ys's sharp hearing meant she was likely eavesdropping on Rex and Carlos. She turned to Sharon with a playful smirk. "So, Sharon, are you excited about camping? I'm sure Carlos will be thrilled to help you set up your tent." Sharon giggled, her feline ears twitching slightly. "Oh, I wouldn't want to trouble him too much. But he does seem like a dependable sort of man, don't you think?" They glanced at Carlos, who was pretending not to hear them but was clearly sweating bullets. She smirked. "Oh, definitely. You should rely on him as much as you want." Cleo shot Ys a warning glance. "Don't encourage her, Ys. We're here to enjoy the event, not cause unnecessary drama." "Oh, come on, Cleo," Ys replied, leaning back with a mischievous grin. "A little drama makes everything more fun." Rex glanced between the girls and Carlos, who looked like he was actively praying for the ship to land so he could escape. Rex shakes his head, chuckling softly. "Uh... yeah," he stammered, trying to regain control of his thoughts. "It's, um, really nice. We can, um, check it out together later tonight... if you want to." Sharon let out a soft, melodic giggle, her green cat-like eyes sparkling as she rested her head lightly on his shoulder. "Well, that sounds like a lovely proposition," she said, her voice carrying just a hint of playful teasing. Behind them, Rex watched the entire interaction unfold with a mix of amusement and disbelief. Carrying the heavy food cage on his shoulder, he sighed and shook his head. "This guy," Rex muttered to himself, unable to stop a small smirk from creeping onto his face. "He's completely done for." Cleo, walking beside Rex, glanced at him briefly. "Do you think he realizes the precarious situation he's put himself in?" She asked in her usual calm tone, though there was a faint hint of judgment in her voice. Rex snorted. "Not even a little. His brain's clearly been hijacked by... other priorities." He nodded toward Sharon, who was still clinging to Carlos's arm. Cleo frowned slightly, her icy golden eyes narrowing. "This will likely end badly if he doesn't proceed with caution. Sharon is not an ordinary woman." "No kidding," Rex replied, shifting the weight of the food crate. "But hey, maybe this is all part of Carlos's master plan to sabotage Nexum Dynamics from the inside." Cleo gave him a flat look. "I highly doubt Carlos is capable of formulating a 'master plan.' He's acting on pure instinct. Or rather... recklessness." Rex chuckled. "You're probably right. Still, let's give him the benefit of the doubt. Maybe he'll surprise us." "Or he'll get us all killed," Cleo muttered under her breath. Ys, who had been eavesdropping with her enhanced hearing, smirked and called back over her shoulder. "You two really should give Carlos a little more credit. Who knows? Maybe he's charming enough to pull this off." Rex and Cleo exchanged skeptical looks but said nothing more as the group continued their trek. As they neared the designated camping site, the alien forest began to open up, revealing a clearing surrounded by crystalline trees and a sparkling stream. The coordinates on their arm devices confirmed that they had arrived. Alright, let's get to work," Rex said, setting down the heavy food crate with a relieved sigh. "Carlos, you set up the fire pit. I'll handle the supplies. Cleo and Ys, you two take care of the tents and the atmospheric regulator." "And what about Sharon?" Carlos asked, glancing nervously at her. Rex smirked. "She's your responsibility, buddy. Good luck." Carlos groaned, rubbing his temples. "Great. Just great." Sharon, meanwhile, watched the group with a serene smile, clearly enjoying the dynamic. "Don't worry, Carlos," she said, placing a hand on his shoulder. "I'm sure you'll do wonderfully." As the group began setting up camp, Rex couldn't help but glance back at Carlos and Sharon every so often, shaking his head with a mix of pity and amusement. This is going to be one hell of a camping trip, Rex thought.

Chapter 145 Camping.

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