Upon her return, Ding Yun, as usual, followed the established procedures. She submitted the tasks, filed the trial feedback reports, and because the golden finger's flaws this time weren't significant, she found the reporting process smooth.
The main issue highlighted in the report was the desire for an added "shrink" function. Alternatively, even a "restore" function would suffice.
This would make usage more convenient, eliminating the hesitation caused by the inability to revert changes. It would also prevent high-frequency usage from impacting the world's ecological balance.
After submitting the trial feedback report, Ding Yun habitually checked the settlement page and the information bar. The settlement page was fine; at least her salary for the second golden finger trial had been paid. The information bar contained her mother's usual inquiries about her work, suggesting a vacation, and a crucial message from Jin Xinxin.
The message stated that he could no longer provide favors. He could no longer specifically select tasks or worlds suitable for her golden fingers.
This was because the task assignment system had been updated, introducing several new modes. These included fully intelligent automatic assignment, a bidding mode, and a self-selection mode. However, regardless of the mode chosen, it had to be maintained for a certain period before changes could be made.
The fully intelligent automatic assignment mode meant the system randomly assigned tasks. Bidding involved tasks appearing randomly, allowing users to "bid" for those they liked or skip others. The self-selection mode allowed users to set keywords or task types, with subsequent assignments being randomly drawn from tasks matching these criteria.
These options genuinely offered different choices for various employees. Those who wished to strive and break through their limits could opt for the bidding mode. Those seeking a more comfortable experience and wanting to focus on their strengths could choose self-selection. Individuals prone to decision paralysis could simply select random assignment.
Overall, it seemed like an improvement over the previous system.
Upon learning of these changes, Ding Yun immediately contacted Jin Xinxin. "Xinxin, are you unemployed?"
"Can't you wish me well? Besides, you haven't confirmed my unemployment yet, but you're calling me by my name. Isn't that a bit inappropriate? You used to call me your leader or superior. Even if people drift apart, your tea hasn't cooled down that quickly. And who told you I'm unemployed?"
Jin Xinxin, slacking off in his office, replied with an eye-roll and a hint of annoyance.
"I remember your job was to assign tasks to us, right? Now the system assigns them directly. If you're not unemployed, what are you doing?" Ding Yun was genuinely curious, her gossip spirit itching to be indulged.
"Don't make me sound like a useless person whose job anyone can replace. And don't think you, girl, can escape my notice. Originally, I planned to tell you this later when you applied for a golden finger task. But now, I'll tell you in advance. Your big brother here is still your superior. A few days ago, I was transferred to work in the Golden Finger Trial Department. So, which golden finger you get to try now depends on me! My dear sister, you're celebrating too early."
Unsurprisingly, Jin Xinxin was smiling smugly, imagining Ding Yun's expression at that moment.
"What? No, Big Brother. Don't you think you're a bit too persistent?" Hearing this, Ding Yun didn't know how to complain, only dejectedly lamenting the cruel reality.
And Jin Xinxin, on his end, was equally frustrated. "Please, do you think I want this? My life in the Newcomer Universe Statistics Department was so comfortable. I could slack off 360 days a year. If you hadn't insisted on coming here to work, my mom wouldn't have directly shoved me in. I'm starting to doubt if I'm her real child. I really don't know what's so fun about those small worlds. What's the point of fulfilling other people's wishes? Forget it, let's stop complaining about each other. My mom said you have some experience here, so she's agreed to let me return once this batch of golden fingers is fully trialed and the temporarily established Golden Finger Trial Department is dissolved. You won't see me around often then. So, if you want to get rid of me, just try out more golden fingers. Once this batch is done, both of us will be freed."
"Now, tell me, what type of golden finger do you want to try? Don't worry, with me here, I absolutely won't give you any golden fingers that are obviously flawed just by looking at them or reading their description. However, that's all I can do. I can't see deeply hidden pitfalls!"
"Auntie really... sigh... I'm not a child anymore, why bother. Forget it, just pick one for me. Sometimes knowing the difficulties beforehand makes things less interesting. I plan to choose the random task mode. You can pick whatever for me, it doesn't matter!"
Sometimes, the well-intentioned concern from parents and relatives isn't always appreciated, though it's difficult to refuse. Ding Yun, not wanting to dwell on the topic, ended the communication.
Subsequently, a new golden finger was sent. Upon seeing its name, Ding Yun felt like rushing to Jin Xinxin's office and shouting at him that "whatever" wasn't supposed to be this way! She even suspected he had deliberately chosen it to annoy her.
"Daughter Spring's Spring Eye," what kind of absurdity was that! Was she supposed to open an infertility clinic?
"Forget it, I can't go back on my word now. It doesn't necessarily have to be used on myself. Letting someone else drink it can also count as a trial!" Although Ding Yun disliked this golden finger, she endured it, unwilling to break her promise or backtrack. She then manually selected her task assignment mode and immediately accepted a random task, entering a new mission world.
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Client: Fan Lihua
Commissioned Task: Natural humans are on the brink of extinction. Once they completely disappear, the new humans created using their genes will inevitably face significant problems. Preliminary suspicions point towards a genetic collapse or extinction. This is the result of my years of secret research, yet few believe me. In fact, they claim I'm alarmist and intentionally creating chaos, labeling me a traitor to humanity and hunting me down. I'm not worried about my own safety, but about the future of humanity. Therefore, I hope someone can save everything, even if it's just to preserve the seed of humanity.
Commission Reward: 300 Luck Points, 10 Soul Points.