Chapter 948: Chapter 946: Facets (19) Chapter 948: Chapter 946: Facets (19) “Oliver?”
Fu Qian’s answer rendered both members of Red Dragon momentarily dumbstruck, primarily because the name was all too familiar; Paul had just mentioned it.
“That should be him; he introduced himself that way.”
The two from Red Dragon couldn’t help but exchange a look.
“Are there still people with their wits about them in there?”
“Not exactly normal, but they’re somewhat different from that bunch of walking corpses.”
Fu Qian heaved a sigh.
“Besides introducing himself, he mentioned another interesting piece of information: the real lab is downstairs.”
It was obvious that this news had a significantly stronger impact.
For a moment, even the ever-composed Brother Red Dragon’s expression went through several changes.
“Downstairs… the thing we’re looking for is there, and the entrance is at the top floor!”
After pondering for a moment, one of Red Dragon slapped his thigh, almost unable to contain his voice.
Clearly, his analytical ability was still formidable; he caught the crux of the matter instantly.
“So, all that we’ve seen are just useless decoys, no wonder… I felt those staff members were a bit too lax.”
“Oliver is one of the staff, and the pollution he’s been exposed to is quite severe.”
It was apparent that neither of the team members had been slacking off, and Fu Qian continued to mention another crucial point.
“Heavily polluted, but he hasn’t turned into a zombie-like monster.”
Red Dragon had already lost count of how many times he had been stunned today. Encountering Guansi this time had brought an unimaginable windfall, and everything had suddenly become clear.
“This is also important information, indicating that the lab staff might possess the means to stay lucid under certain levels of pollution. If we can find a way to uncover it, it’ll be extremely useful at a critical moment.”
That’s classic mission thinking!
Fu Qian noted inwardly.
Normally, when most people encounter such a situation, they’d look for ways to counteract the pollution.
But for those on a mission, their only goal is to complete their task within the limits; nothing else matters.
“Yes, although the contamination on us has disappeared for now, it’s hard to say for many things if the color changes again.”
At this moment, Lady Star chimed in from the side.
Although her words were not overly optimistic, they were not without reason.
Fu Qian had already observed at the first opportunity that the faint glimmers previously on their skin had vanished without a trace.
But to say it had been cleared up so simply was overly optimistic.
“Guansi, do you think we should continue or try something else?”
At this point, Red Dragon’s tone turned serious.
Lady Star was taken aback by his forthrightness, eagerly awaiting Fu Qian’s reaction.
“Do you think their security is subpar?”
Fu Qian understood why Red Dragon had suddenly suggested such an idea.
“Yes, from what we know so far, although they have a decent number of personnel, their weapons are quite rudimentary. Plus, we have the natural advantage of camouflage. I think if we find a suitable opportunity to slip downstairs, we have a good chance of controlling the situation.”
Red Dragon analyzed earnestly.
“That makes sense, but what do you think happened to Masked Man and the others?”
Fu Qian, equally attentive, then casually made a comment.
Masked Man and the others…
Considering his previous conversation with Fu Qian, it was clear that Red Dragon had also pondered this question.
“Do you mean they’re down there?”
“That way, they might have a much clearer understanding of the situation there.”
“But for now, everything still appears calm.”
“I get it, we should trust their judgment, right?”
Quickly grasping Fu Qian’s point, Red Dragon took a deep breath, realizing he had been somewhat impulsive.
Indeed, as Guansi had said, the likelihood was high that Masked Man and his group had gone “downstairs.” However, so far, they seemed not to have taken any drastic actions.
This suggested they, too, preferred maintaining the status quo, gathering information.
“Under the current circumstances, our orders are to control the source of the rumors and bring it back to the research institute. It seems very likely that someone high up wants a chat. Later on, I’ll report your situation as more grave than it is, and I’ll ensure your safety with Star on the side.”
Having dismissed the previous line of thought, Red Dragon quickly arranged another course of action.
Purposely exaggerating the report to increase the chances of contact with high-level officials was a very appropriate approach from Red Dragon, and Fu Qian had no objections.
It seemed that the research institute took rumors that could tarnish its image very seriously.
Not long after being brought into a desolate room, a middle-aged woman who wore neither a uniform nor work attire entered with a smile, greeting him.
She had the air of an executive.
“Hello, may I know your name?”
Sizing up the meticulous makeup on the woman’s face, Fu Qian responded politely.
“You seem a lot calmer than I expected!”
A flash of surprise crossed the female executive’s eyes.
“Alright, Michelle. Why shouldn’t I be calm?”
Fu Qian took command with just a couple of sentences.
“If I haven’t done anything wrong.”
“Mr. Angelo is so righteous? Spreading unverified rumors doesn’t count as wrongdoing?”
Perceiving Fu Qian’s obstinance, Michelle’s tone gradually turned icy, though she kept smiling.
“Believe me, the company can find many charges to have the police take you away.”
The company? The situation was really starting to take shape.
Fu Qian marveled inwardly and then laughed heartily.
“Unverified rumors, is that how you describe the research you are conducting?”
Michelle’s smile completely vanished, and she uttered a name through gritted teeth.
“No need to probe me; I’ve always known that Oliver is Paul’s lover.”
Fu Qian was irrepressibly blunt, coupled with a contemptuous sneer that would raise anyone’s blood pressure.
Of course, the relationship between Oliver and Paul was just a guess based on all the previous signs; he wasn’t so certain.
But at this moment, he wasn’t the least bit worried about being called out for bluffing.
Throughout history, when have you seen anyone able to clearly explain such rumors?
“You seem to play a more significant role in this rumor than I expected… Paul didn’t mention that.”
Watching Michelle’s frosty expression, Fu Qian’s smile grew wilder.
“It was I who told him.”
“I’m quite clear about what’s downstairs.”