Chapter 96 – Museum
Kkwajik.
Blood flowed freely on the operating table. The spilled blood is absorbed into the dry earth. The operating table was placed outdoors, not in the hospital room.
Clap, clap, clap.
Every time the iron grip moved, there was a sound of bones and skin separating.
The security robot cuts off the last muscle tissue connecting the skull and skin and then grabs the shell strongly.
Jjuwaaaaak.
The entire scalp was peeled off.
Dark red blood splattered everywhere, but it was blocked by a waterproof apron for the fish market.
The security robot, which was staring at the lump of skin in its hand, throws it to the side.
Clap and flutter.
There are lots of lumps of flesh piled up there. The scalp that fell from the top rolled down and stopped halfway.
The robot put down the skull peeler, which looked similar to an ice cream shutter, and picked up a new tool.
Churrorororok.
The hose, which was much bulkier than a dental aspirator, sucked out the contents of the skull with tremendous suction power.
Dark red blood flows through the transparent tube and then changes color to pink. It was not a chocolate and strawberry shake, but a shake of blood and brain.
Even when the skin is peeled off, ripples appear in the two eyeballs attached to the eye sockets.
Bong!
With a pleasant sound, the left eyeball was sucked into the skull.
Like tapioca climbing a straw, eyeballs with optic nerves move through transparent suction tubes.
Pop!
The right eyeball was unlucky. When the end of the suction hose spout touched my eyeball, it broke into pieces and was sucked in.
Jooooo!
Joooook-!
There was a sound made when the bottom of a finished beverage container was sucked up with a straw.
The robot puts down the inhaler and picks up the next tool.
It is an industrial high pressure water sprinkler.
It is used to clean hardened dirt from heavy equipment vehicles operated in shelters and stubborn pollutants from sewage treatment plants.
Shoot!
The sprinkler, which was adjusted to have slightly lower output and shoot wider, emitted intense spray.
The remaining flesh and blood attached to the skull are washed away.
Clutter.
When I inserted a sprinkler into the eye socket and spun it around to spray water, the remaining contents inside the skull disappeared completely.
Everything else has been washed away, but there are two thick tendon strands still attached to my temple. It’s a unique creature with tendons on the skull.
After adjusting the water stream so that it goes out narrowly, I held it close and fired it, and the tendon that was shaking like crazy fell off with a popping sound.
Knock… Knock…
The robot sets the closed sprinkler aside and lifts the skull to look around.
After confirming that there was no problem, it was placed on a cargo drone waiting nearby and was transferred to a disinfection machine.
The robot’s gaze is directed to the torso and limbs.
Unusually, half of its body was covered with pangolin-like scales, and the other half was covered with camouflage similar to a bush.
As if a being that could change into any form died during transformation and remained in a half-and-half state.
Sigh! Sigh!
Meanwhile, a security robot holding an oil can is pouring oil into the area where the skins are piled up. After spraying everything, I stepped aside.
Puhwaaaaa!
Flames spew out from the flamethrower. Flesh, cartilage, tendons, and leather melted in the fierce flames, emitting a disgusting smell and smoke.
Blood, stench, burnt smell and the terrible sound of separating skin from bone.
In a hellish environment, emotionless robots quietly and ceaselessly performed their respective tasks.
* * *
This is the Shelter Museum.
Seeing the stuffed infectious agent in front of me gave me a new feeling.
A shape-shifting monster that I fought against with only a shotgun and a fire axe. Now it’s just my collection.
Looking at that pitiful situation gives me more than a feeling of exhilaration. Well, it is a different entity.
‘Let’s create a museum of infectious agents!’
This work, which started with my words, was reaching its completion stage.
This is because the museum, which was renovated from a suitable building in the lower area, is almost full.
Since this was not thought of during Operation Asphyxiation, most of it was incinerated and some of the remaining was used for research. Therefore, we used samples obtained from external exploration.
One taxidermy that had bones and skin left on it, and one that had only bones left and displayed like a dinosaur were placed side by side.
The work was completed outside the shelter and then brought in, and the highest level of disinfection was completed.
This infection museum was not created out of my personal desires. There was a practical reason.
“Three, oh my!”
“Wow.”
“Hey, I’ve seen that before! “He hit the bus and flipped it over.”
“We miss Choco…”
“That thing is completely dead, right? “It’s not like you’re moving suddenly or anything, right?”
“Fuck, your cock is so fucking big!”
After the first opening, female customers who came in were constantly amazed. There was even a woman with tears in her eyes in front of a stuffed slave dog.
“The response is better than I expected?”
The women who came here were selected through a lottery among tour applicants.
I didn’t think it would be a place for women since it was full of scary monsters, but surprisingly there were many applicants.
[Because there is little entertainment. The use of lower cultural facilities is not fully permitted.]
Kiz, the three-headed fairy who follows me, said.
As work activities began, the ban on access to some areas was lifted.
Although they are still living in the camp, they are now able to use nearby parks and artificial lakes.
On holidays or in the afternoon after work, it is easy to find women dipping their feet in the lake or jogging or doing gymnastics in the park.
But that alone would not be enough entertainment.
[There are also bait products.]
Women who volunteer for the museum tour will receive Krispy Kreme donuts and drinks after the tour ends.
All types of events where shelters recruit applicants are always accompanied by rewards, no matter how big or small.
[Is this what it feels like to have trainees engage in religious activities in the military?]
“It’s similar. Of course, this one is superior in terms of fun and food provided.”
How about giving the trainees donuts and drinks instead of chocolate pies and asking them to go to the monster museum?
There will definitely be a flood of applicants. There may be clergy who deplore young people who are more interested in the image of the devil than in God.
[Just look with your eyes. Do not touch.]
“I’m sorry!”
When the manual’s warning voice came out on the screen next to the taxidermy, the woman who tried to touch her stepped back.
Perhaps because they were so bored, or because they were women who lived in the underworld and had strong hearts, they were looking around at the monsters with curious eyes.
[The plan appears to be a huge success! Can you hear me? Voices of admiration coming from all directions. As expected, even I, a supercomputer, cannot match the manager’s insight and novelty of ideas!]
Kids, dressed as a guide, held her hands together and tilted her head at an appropriate angle. It was the stereotypical pose of a subordinate being flattered.
“Aren’t you flattering me too openly?”
[Kya!]
Still, I thought it was cute, so I patted her head.
[I’m serious. Kill the infected entities and display them as trophies! There is no more symbolic way to show off the strength and infrastructure of our city than this!]
Kiz shook both her fists.
“Seeing is worth hearing. Because it is clear that power is shown through symbols rather than explained in detail.”
Most of the residents experienced infectious agents directly or indirectly during the war.
Those who have experienced it know its horror, so they will feel the power of the city once again by looking at the museum’s exhibits.
A few residents who have not encountered infectious agents may also feel this.
Reconnaissance videos from the sky captured by drones every day or videos of robot exploration teams’ engagements are not enough.
Humans can only feel 100% when they experience it with their own eyes and skin.
[I’m sure you will understand this much. How dangerous it is out there with monsters like that roaming around. We have the power to turn such monsters into stuffed animals! Even how safe this place is, protected by us.]
I nodded.
In order to smoothly control a closed life, especially in the current situation, it is necessary to control the members from deep in their hearts.
However, idolizing education is not my taste.
To inform you of the reality out there and to make you aware that there is no better alternative.
Building respect on that foundation is the true foundation. A museum is just one of the options for that.
“Ugh…”
“This is really disgusting.”
Looking at the place where there was a bit of a commotion, I saw that it was a taxidermy of a new infectious agent discovered not long ago.
It looks like a humanoid about 2 meters tall, and its limbs and torso resemble dozens of ropes twisted in a spiral.
It has no head, and has a hole near its neck with 10 teeth.
But those teeth are camouflage. It draws its gaze upward by threatening to bite it, and then suddenly shoots out dozens of tentacles from all over its body. It sucks bodily fluids with the inserted tentacles.
When I first discovered it, it had just eaten a stray cat. A mummified cat that looked as if it would crumble to pieces was baking bread in front of him.
The way to figure out its attack method is simple. This is because I engaged in close combat with a security robot wearing protective gear.
Unpredictable enemies are the most dangerous. When encountering an infectious agent that is not in our database, we first engage in close combat to understand its fighting style.
Thanks to this, the robot damage rate soared for a while, but we were able to secure a lot of data on new infectious agents.
[It’s a bit unfortunate that the walkers were left out. If we can instill a warning that ‘you too can fall into this situation at any time!’, It will help raise awareness of quarantine.]
“No walkers.”
Walker types have been excluded from museum exhibits.
Although significant changes have occurred in the skeleton of the arms and legs, including the skull, the similarity to humans is still very high. It may lead to unnecessary misunderstandings.
This is a place of entertainment and education,
At the same time, it is a place to reflect on the dangers outside and gratitude for living in a shelter.
‘Us’ and ‘infectious agents’ must be clearly divided in half. In that case, it is advantageous to clearly distinguish the appearance.
“Well, it looks like it’s almost over. Shall we take you outside? “I have to feed the girls something delicious.”
[Yep!]
The kids, who had already changed into café clerk uniforms, saluted.
“Kids.”
[Yes, manager?]
“That is trademark infringement.”
In her store uniform worn by her kids, a woman with a benevolent expression was holding her mermaid tail in both hands.
[Then shall we do this?]
It changed to a woman wearing zebra print stockings with her legs raised.
“Okay, just put it back in its original position.”
I massaged the bridge of my nose.
[I thought it would boost morale if it made me feel a little bit like the old world, hehe.]
I couldn’t blame the smiling kids more.
Reminiscing about the old world through brands… I don’t think that’s a bad idea either.
* * *
Wagu.
Nina sits cross-legged and happily shoves a donut into her mouth. Just looking at that face makes her feel full.
Yum yum.
Seyoung, kneeling down next to her, carefully takes a bite at a time. But she also has a smile on her face.
He’s wearing a suit and black stockings. Where did he get those? Did Rose give you what she was wearing?
This is a park in the lower area. It is a place created for the same purpose as Central Park in the United States.
Although it is much smaller in scale, it is 100% lawn with various types of trees planted and a small artificial stream flowing, so its beauty is second to none.
Women are sitting here and there in groups of twos and threes, eating snacks.
Most of them were gathered near the artificial river, and the faces of the smiling women, tapping their feet, showed emotions that went beyond relief or satisfaction. It is the feeling of happiness.
Apart from the main artificial lake, there is also a small artificial lake in the park.
Quite a sum-!
“Kyaaa.”
“It’s cute.”
There lives a family of ducks that a robot exploration team recently captured. The mother duck, the father duck, and the seven ducklings that follow them float around as if playing trains.
“Ah…”
Nina was dejected after eating all her share.
“Eat mine too.”
“Really?”
She cheered, but her joy quickly faded.
“But you didn’t even take a bite.”
Nina’s face showed more regret than joy.
“Are you okay. Now, ah~”
“Ah~”
Nina closed her eyes and opened her mouth, and she placed the donut there.
Nina has a big mouth like a Westerner. The donut between her plump lips is crushed by her neat teeth.
After handing her donut, she gurgled happily and then looked around her.
“Sleep!”
Nina handed me her donut that had lost a bite.
“The manager took a bite too! “I’m so sorry that I’m the only one eating.”
She reached out with a smile on her face.
From prison at sea to life in a shelter, she must have been very hungry for sweet food.
Even in the midst of all this, the kind heart that cares about me is beyond endearing.
Yum.
I cut her just a little bit and gave it back to her behind her door.
She is violent and shows her crazy side as soon as a fight starts, but who cares? You look like an angel in front of me.
“Is it okay if you stay with us? There may be unnecessary rumors.”
Seyoung said as if she was worried.
The women who were eating donuts and drinks in groups of twos and threes were glancing sideways from time to time.
“Is it strange that a shelter manager eats together with a reserve administrator and a reserve police captain?”
“Not really.”
I guess Seyoung had nothing to say in response to my answer. It seems like she was worried about being the subject of gossip.
“I’m a manager. It’s not like a politician who cares about votes or a cult leader who pretends to be sacred and saves face. Furthermore, it’s gossip, spread it or not.”
“Yes.”
She quietly nodded and sucked the café au lait she was holding.
But it was empty.
“Ah.”
Just like Nina before, Seyoung became sullen this time.
“… If it’s okay, drink mine.”
I grabbed Seyoung’s palm, who was reflexively shaking it as if to decline.
“Ah!”
“Don’t refuse or suggest it to me! Just drink it.”
“… Yes.”
Seyoung accepts it with a shy smile.
Side, jjook.
She had such a peaceful time.
Chatter and laughter heard from all directions.
The sound of an artificial river flowing.
The sound of ducks.
The city is working together.
Numerous members are working, and accidents big and small happen. New technologies and materials are created every day, and exploration teams that go out are reporting new information one after another.
I receive reports from my four AI assistants every morning and settle on the most important issues.
Even if it looks like you are just playing with your pen in a safe place, it can be quite stressful and stressful.
Moreover, we will soon be embarking on our third expedition.
Even at a glance, the destination shown on the PDA doesn’t seem easy.
It would be important to take a break like this and calm your mind.
Suddenly.
A white, cold palm cupped my face and pulled it slowly.
As my body lay down, I looked up and saw Nina’s face.
“Lay down and rest.”
“Don’t you usually do things like this on your knees?”
Nina was resting her head on her ankles in her cross-legged position.
“There are a lot of men who dream of that, but in reality, it just hurts the neck and is uncomfortable. This is the most convenient. It’s nice to be touched like this.”
Nina said as she gently massaged my neck and trapezius muscles. Oh, it’s quite a pleasant gesture.
“It feels good, right? “It’s a technique I learned while doing self-massage after training during active duty, hehe.”
Nina’s face seen from below was still beautiful even though the angle was distorted.
“♪♪~♬”
She hummed her tune and carefully relaxed my muscles. Is it a song from my hometown?
To be honest, if it were any other woman, like Sasha or Sofia, I would have thought that they were trying to look good to me and enjoy the wealth.
But for Nina, I don’t think that way. Nina is a fool to aim for something like that. She is stupidly direct and honest.
Cluck.
Nina’s complicated thoughts were organized all at once as she began massaging her scalp.
Nergasm comes. Beyond the corner of my trembling eyes, I saw Nina’s smiling face.
“It’s cool.”
Nina laughed mischievously.
What if I’m wrong? You should think of it as the price you pay for the purity of such a cute woman.
