Chapter 1288: Chapter 1287: Artificial Sea Dialogue
After layers of inspection and clearance, they finally arrived at the Elder’s courtyard gate.
Yang Chen got out of the car and signaled Ying Dong and Night Fire to wait at the entrance, while Yang Chen himself walked inside.
As he entered the courtyard, Yang Chen walked familiarly towards the Elder’s study.
Someone was waiting for Yang Chen at the study door; upon seeing Yang Chen arrive, they knocked on the door and pushed it open, indicating for Yang Chen to enter.
As soon as Yang Chen stepped into the study, he saw the leader and the Elder stand up, smiling at him.
"Xiaochen is here, come and have a seat!" The Elder warmly greeted him, looking more like a friendly old neighbor.
The leader also smiled warmly, appearing very cordial.
Yang Chen gave the two a deep look, nodded in greeting, and went over to sit down.
The Elder offered to pour tea for Yang Chen, which Yang Chen did not refuse.
The teacup was pushed over with a coaster, and Yang Chen took it without hesitation, drinking it in one go.
This premium Big Red Robe tea from the mother plant is not something everyone can drink. The batch in the Elder’s possession is certainly the finest, with a lingering taste.
The Elder chuckled upon seeing this and continued pouring tea for Yang Chen.
But Yang Chen did not drink again, looking at the Elder, waiting.
The Elder and the leader exchanged a glance, sharing an opinion, and then the Elder, smiling kindly, said to Yang Chen: "Xiaochen, I know you went to the base before coming to Jin Chen, so you must already be aware of the stolen experimental subjects. This time, we’re here to discuss with you about retrieving the stolen subjects."
Yang Chen looked at the two calmly and said: "What I want to ask is, who leaked the information? How did the enemy know our route, and has the insider been found?"
The three questions left the leader and the Elder at a loss for words.
To be honest, they’re also investigating the insider now. ƒгeeweɓn૦vel.com
They even investigated everyone who initially knew, but still have no leads.
Anyone who could infiltrate the inside and reach a certain status is no simple character; standard interrogations have no effect on such people.
The leader said sternly: "Currently, we’ve locked onto a target. I can promise you a satisfactory answer!"
The range of suspicion has been narrowed and the final screening and review is underway, results will come soon.
Yang Chen responded: "As long as none of my people are harmed, I don’t need any answers. If it’s truly unsafe, I can have my people leave, just keep them away from danger."
Upon hearing this, the two became anxious.
"Xiaochen, don’t be impulsive!" The leader quickly said, "Currently, all the experiments are led by Yang Cao; he’s the core of the lab now. If he leaves, many experiments won’t be able to proceed!"
The current research focuses on the controllability of parasites, with future development inevitably directed towards guard troop development and human enhancement—it’s of great interest to the leader, prioritized highly.
If Yang Cao leaves, the current progress would slow by ten times! After all, much of the critical experimental data is under Yang Cao’s control.
The current lab is like a teacher leading a group of apprentices. Though there are many excellent scientists domestically, facing these mutated parasites, everyone is a student facing the unknown. Only Yang Cao has had more contact, with deeper understanding.
Yang Chen looked at the leader and said: "Initially, I hold the majority of shares, what I hope to see is this technology being applied more to medicine, benefiting mankind, even our descendants, even ourselves. Currently, what I see more is the progress of human enhancement, I don’t think it’ll be beneficial anywhere else besides guards in the future!"
Hoping for a strong guard force is everyone’s wish, especially those who’ve served as guards; Yang Chen feels the same.
But strength shouldn’t be blind. If human enhancement through parasites is achieved, it’s like suddenly winning millions for someone who’s been poor, it’ll breed arrogance. Excessive strength leads to an inability to comprehend oneself!
Though Flame Country’s strength is continually increasing, it’s a gradual process. If suddenly it were to possess world-crushing capability, what would be the result?
There would inevitably be some ambitious individuals dreaming of world conquest.
Yang Chen doesn’t wish for another world war!
The leader quickly said: "The lab’s manpower isn’t sufficient now; we’re currently recruiting comprehensively. If there’s enough staff, we’ll immediately initiate other projects, ensuring progress on all fronts!" frёeweɓηovel.coɱ
Yang Chen looked at the Elder.
The Elder also expressed support: "I’m in favor of this matter too!"
With the two’s statements, Yang Chen’s expression relaxed, and he nodded slightly.
After all, in the future, the lab is one of their crucial assets.
"Let’s talk about the enemy." Yang Chen said.
"We hope you can lead the completion of this mission!" The Elder said solemnly.
Yang Chen glanced at him, "Technically, I’m already retired, it shouldn’t be my role. But considering..."
Yang Chen looked at the leader, "Considering the leader’s difficulty with Baldy, being willing to help me and Ye Xin, I’ll take on this mission!"
The two sighed in relief, smiling.
"So, how many people can you provide for me?" Yang Chen asked.
At this, the two’s faces stiffened again.
After hesitating, the leader, under the Elder’s gaze, with a braced heart said: "If you need team members, I have many elites for you to choose from, but... if temporarily assigned team members, cooperation may lack synergy. If possible, could we let Dragon Tooth..."
Yang Chen’s piercing gaze immediately swept towards the leader, "Dragon Tooth... is gone! There won’t be another Dragon Tooth!"
The leader was momentarily speechless, not knowing what to say.
The Elder’s eyes flickered, contemplating for a moment, he explained: "Xiaochen, the leader’s not implying that. He means that the elites we have don’t have cooperation experience with you. If possible, we could let Sword Edge and Night Fire join you on the mission. If manpower is insufficient, your other subordinates can participate; if truly necessary, we’re willing to provide personnel."
After all, Flame Country’s best special forces were Dragon Tooth. After knowing Dragon Tooth’s capabilities, one really feels that without it, there’s a sense of lost potential. Unfortunately, the Dragon Tooth Squad is no longer as before.
In their eyes, the best choice is actually in Asura Hall; the people there have even greater abilities!!!