allonlinenovel Chapter 302 Hacker Invasion
Chapter 302 Hacker Invasion
As I stepped through the mall's spacious, bright doors, I was once again struck by this interstellar shopping experience. It was completely different from the Blue Star Mall I was familiar with. There were no constant, chattering salespeople here. Back at Blue Star, every time I entered a store, I was immediately surrounded by a swarm of overly enthusiastic salespeople, who followed me around, constantly promoting products, sometimes to the point of feeling suffocated and annoyed.
Yet, in this interstellar mall, everything is quiet and orderly. Salespeople are almost invisible in each store, replaced by neatly arranged shelves and intelligent robots silently waiting beside them. These robots act like knowledgeable shopping guides, allowing customers to consult them at any time if they have questions about a product. With the simple press of a button or a spoken question, the robots provide detailed answers in clear, gentle voices.
Of course, if you prefer not to interact with people or machines, there's another convenient way to obtain product information: scanning via an optical computer. Simply point the optical computer at the label of the product of interest, and a detailed description of the product will instantly appear on the screen, including features, instructions, material composition, and other comprehensive data. This intelligent shopping experience allows people to more freely explore and learn about a variety of novel and interesting products while avoiding unnecessary interruptions and distractions.
I gently slid my fingers across the silver coat's surface, feeling its cool, smooth touch. The fabric seemed to have life, its suppleness astonishing. Meanwhile, Lillian, standing nearby, was captivated by another magical piece of clothing—a dress that automatically changed color based on the environment and her mood! As if she had discovered a new world, she excitedly ran towards it, her eyes sparkling with joy and curiosity.
As we were engrossed in these novelty garments, a faint mechanical hum drifted in from the distance. Turning, we saw a robot clerk, dressed in a strange outfit, gracefully approaching us. Their unique uniform, gleaming with high-tech elements, was truly eye-catching.
After walking up to us, the robot clerk showed a kind and friendly smile on his face and said, "Welcome to the clothing store of the future! As you can see, every piece of clothing on display here is carefully crafted using today's most advanced smart materials. They not only have excellent appearance design, but also have many functions beyond imagination." As he (she) said, he (she) raised his arm and pointed to the dazzling array of clothing, his pride was beyond words.
Lillian stared with her round, curious eyes, bewildered, and asked, "How on earth does this dress change color?" The clerk smiled faintly, reached out, and gently tapped a small, delicate button on the side of the dress. Instantly, as if under a spell, the ordinary dress became ablaze with color, like a dazzling rainbow shimmering across the sky. The light was so dazzling that my mouth dropped open in astonishment, my eyes fixed on the magical dress, unable to close.
Then, the clerk carefully picked up the silver jacket placed aside and introduced it to us as if showing a rare treasure: "This jacket can do more than just regulate temperature! It also has its own advanced defense system. If it encounters a dangerous situation, it can quickly form an indestructible protective shield to protect the wearer's safety in all directions." After hearing this, I couldn't help but feel a strong curiosity and an urge to try it out. I couldn't wait to put on this jacket myself and feel its wonders.
As I gently slipped the silver coat onto my body, a strange feeling washed over me. This seemingly ordinary coat felt as if it had come alive. In some uncanny way, it automatically adjusted its shape and size, fitting my body curves tightly and perfectly. Its smooth lines and perfect fit made me feel like it was a work of art, crafted just for me. Wearing it felt so comfortable and natural, as if it had become a part of me.
However, just as I was immersed in this wondrous experience, my surroundings suddenly shifted dramatically. Without warning, the store's previously bright and steady lights began to flicker wildly, the flickering illumination dazzling me. Simultaneously, a piercing alarm wailed through the air, piercing the previously peaceful and tranquil atmosphere like a sharp sword. Panic enveloped the entire store, plunging it into chaos.
The normally graceful and methodical store robots were now thrown into disarray. They shouted in panic, "Oh no! Hackers have broken into our store's system! Everyone, quickly, hide in the safe room at the back!" Their rapid cries carried clearly through the cacophony of background noise. At that moment, I could clearly sense the anxiety emanating from these robots: a fear and apprehension of unknown danger.
When the sudden change reached my ears, it was like a bolt from the blue, instantly plunging me into extreme fear. My face turned as pale as paper, and my once beautiful face was now drained of all color by shock, and my expression of utter terror was clearly visible.
I instinctively clung to Lillian beside me, as if she were my only hope in this turbulent sea. My body trembled violently and uncontrollably, swaying like a leaf in the wind. Each tremor conveyed the uncontrollable panic and helplessness deep within me.
However, at this crucial moment, a miracle occurred. The silver coat we were wearing began to slowly emit a mysterious, deep blue light. These lights resembled the twinkling stars in the night sky, or the fluorescent glow of the deep blue jellyfish in the deep sea. It was dreamlike and dazzling.
At first, they were just a few faint rays of light, but soon they intertwined to form a soft veil, gradually wrapping our entire body in it. This veil exudes an indescribable warmth, like a mother's gentle embrace, giving us great comfort and protection.
As time went on, an inexplicable sense of security gradually washed over me, and I calmed down a bit. Finally, I slowly loosened my grip on Lillian.
At this time, Lillian looked at me with concern and asked softly, "Sui Sui, are you okay? Actually, the hacker intrusion just now is not a big deal. As long as it is not an attack by Zerg or space pirates, there will basically be no big danger. I saw you so scared just now, so I didn't dare to tell you the truth, because I was worried that it would scare you. But don't worry too much, this is a very common situation. I feel like you have never encountered such a thing before." After that, Lillian patted my shoulder gently, her eyes full of comfort and encouragement.
Even after hearing what Lillian said, my face was still as pale as frost, and it was obvious that I had not fully recovered from the shock just now.