I created the Anomaly Control Bureau

Chapter 938, Section 933: The Three Giants (Part 1)
Mar and Eng nodded slightly, then asked:

"What does this have to do with me?"

The shadow said:

“I remember you really wanted to release Shenxiao.”

Marne stood up and looked at the shadow, raising his hands as if to put on handcuffs, and innocently reminded him:

“I have already signed the contract, so don’t worry about me wanting to save Shenxiao.”

The shadow quickly explained:
"I'm not worried..."

But Marne didn't give him a chance to explain, revealing a completely distrustful expression:

"Yes, I believe you, but I really don't have that idea. If there's nothing else, I need to go to the meeting invited by the Federation. If I stay any longer, I'll be late."

Seeing this shadow, he didn't try to argue further, but instead stood up as well:
“Then I’ll go with you. Anyway, that’s what I do. As the spokesperson for the Secret Alliance, you have some privileges. We can skip the normal procedures.”

After he finished speaking, the shadow created a dark crack in front of him, through which he could see an indoor environment on the other side that looked like it was filtered through a dark lens.

"Please." The shadow raised his hand like a professional doorman, revealing a sincere smile.

Mar and Eng went inside without saying a word.

Passing through the shadows was no different from entering other portals; there was almost no sensation. Although Maren could vaguely sense a vast mental force surrounding him, it always maintained a considerable distance from him.

Snapped.

A blast of hot air, carrying the distinct blasts of a heater, blew into his face, dispelling the gloomy filter. He was instantly enveloped by a cacophony of conversation, some of which was quite rhythmic. Only then did Ma En notice that behind the portal lay a vast hall.

Moreover, there were already many inviters here, most of them chatting in twos and threes, their whispers filled with confusion and doubt.

Clearly, most of the invited individuals with unusual abilities were not entirely aware of the situation.

Marne ignored the shadow standing not far away, his eyes sweeping over the strange-looking creatures around him.

There were many interesting figures standing in the hall, such as the sea god and the sky who were resting with their eyes closed in the corner, and several strange people with ferocious ram horns, blood red skin, and a sulfurous smell.

And in the second corner, there were a dozen or so guys wearing different uniform shirts. These guys were standing in groups of three or four. It was clear that their clothes had some similarities, but they were not exactly the same.

Ma En had seen similar shirts at the Eastern Federation Pharmaceutical Company before. Clearly, these guys were employees from various companies in the Eastern Federation, so it wasn't surprising that they were there.

Marne would have found it strange if they hadn't shown up.

Even the Eastern Federal Pharmaceutical Company, which was still undergoing restructuring, sent a member with a strong sense of purpose to participate.

Besides these groups of people, a few of the invitees also appeared alone.

For example, in a corner directly opposite the sea god, the fire god was hiding, and he didn't look too well.

There was also a particularly intimidating-looking girl who was crossing her arms and shoveling potato chips into her mouth with an unhappy expression, clearly because the bed and pillow she had just asked for were not there.

Besides, there was also a middle-aged woman sitting alone in the corner. She was wearing a very luxurious silk shirt and various antique and elegant jewelry. Her face, which looked to be in her thirties, was completely free of wrinkles.

When Ma En looked over, she was brazenly observing the inviters, her eyes carrying a certain inexplicable majesty, while her brows exuded a hint of haughty indifference.

Moreover, she didn't have many inviters around her.

"Be careful." Shadow's voice came again from behind Marne, and he deliberately lowered his voice, "Don't attract that guy's attention, or we're doomed..."

As she uttered those last words, the middle-aged woman also looked at Marne. Then, like an empress in the hall, she stood up gracefully and walked over.

Ma En could feel that the shadow behind him had disappeared.

Following the woman's steps, many of the invitees also took a few steps to the sides, as if she possessed an aura that could intimidate others, and Ma En felt it as well...

Something enormous was pressing down on me.

But he couldn't sense any aura of a powerful person at all.

The woman stopped two meters in front of him, maintaining a safe distance, and then...

She slightly raised the corners of her mouth, revealing an expression that was somewhere between a smile and indifference:

"You must be Ma En, the spokesperson for the Secret Alliance."

Marx and Engels nodded slightly.

"you are?"

The woman maintained that expression:

“My name is Lin Zhaoheng, and I am the owner of this place. If you encounter any problems here, or if you are dissatisfied with our arrangements, you can come to me at any time, and I will handle it promptly.”

Although her words sounded like she was welcoming Marne, Marne didn't feel any warmth at all; instead, she exuded a kind of terrifying coldness.

It's as if if he actually pointed out something was wrong, the mistress would immediately order the "servant" in charge of that part to be executed, and coldly use this as an apology.

Marne looked at her calmly:
"I don't have any other questions, it's just that Shadow didn't tell me what to do after we came in. We're not just going to sit here and wait, are we?"

Lin Zhaoheng nodded, like an empress receiving a request from a subject:
"Well, if you know any friends who know them, you can talk to them briefly first. We'll have a short chat about this matter later and make some preparations."

"Then Shadow will take you to the living room we have arranged. This is a very serious matter, and we need to discuss it for a considerable amount of time, and we also need to ensure confidentiality during this period."

"Of course, you are free to leave at any time if you are not willing to accept our terms."

"We will not force any ability users to stay."

Marx and Engels nodded:

"But now that we're here, it means we all have our own thoughts on this matter, more or less. After all, Heaven isn't just your problem, it's the problem of all the ability users in the world."

The woman's smile seemed to become slightly more pronounced:
"Yes, that's right. But if we can join forces, Heaven still won't be a problem. However, I'm curious whether the secret alliance behind you has already decided to get involved in this matter."

Can you represent their will?

Marx and Engels shook their heads:

"No, the Secret Alliance is a very loose alliance. Perhaps some members will agree with my views, but I do not have the ability to command them. However, I am indeed their spokesperson, so I will convey their opinions."

"If anyone wants to offer help, they will do so through me."

Although she didn't show any change in emotion, the woman was undoubtedly somewhat disappointed; even her words became shorter, and the already meager enthusiasm she spoke completely vanished.
"oh, I understand now."

After saying that, she turned and walked towards the others.

Just like Marx and Eng were merely her subordinates.