Arknights' Lock of Heaven

After news of the complete annihilation of the Unarmored Alliance members reached them, they were certain that Platinum was involved.

Making this call now is just a test.

To test whether she was dead or alive, and whether... she had betrayed them.

Actually, when they were making the call, they both felt that the call would not be answered.

"Those you left behind to carry out the mission are all dead."

"Huh?" Platinum showed just the right amount of surprise. "They're all dead? Did Red Pine come back?"

"No!" Her tone shifted to doubt. "Even if all the squirrels came back, they couldn't possibly have kept everyone here, could they?"

"Those are more than twenty well-trained assassins!"

Platinum is incredibly grateful to his past self, who underwent specialized acting training when he was a knight under the Rose Newspaper.

After all, who wouldn't want to make a fortune just by singing and dancing like the Knights of the Moon?

"That's exactly what we wanted to ask you," came Monique's cold voice from the other end of the phone. "You really don't know what happened there?"

"I don't know!" Platinum replied decisively. "I just turned around and left."

"If I had known, how could I have come back alive?"

Hearing this, Roy and Monique looked puzzled.

In fact, according to their original plan, Platinum should have died along with those assassins.

After all, those who went to investigate the scene said that the more than twenty well-trained assassins were killed instantly without any resistance.

Such immense power made even Qingjin tremble with fear.

Platinum, however, had absolutely no chance of surviving such an attack.

But her body could not be found at the scene.

This leads to two possibilities.

The first possibility is that Platinum also died, but her body was taken away by the unknown attacker, or she was captured directly.

The second possibility is that Platinum has colluded with certain forces, and what happened tonight was orchestrated by her.

The Grand Knights understood this force targeting the Unarmored Alliance...

Securities Regulatory Commission.

This is the only option.

What Qingjin couldn't understand was that Baijin couldn't possibly be unaware of the methods of the Unarmored Alliance and the Commercial Federation, nor could he be unaware of the conduct of those so-called noble knights.

If there are enough benefits, they would certainly be happy to hand the traitor back to the Business Federation for handling.

Under such circumstances, would Platinum really side with them?

Anyone with a brain wouldn't make that choice.

Of course, there is another possibility: Platinum was just lucky to escape unscathed.

However, this possibility was so small that both of them ignored it without prior agreement.

Moreover, if loyalty is not absolute, then it is absolutely disloyal.

Not to mention those who are assassins.

Moreover, these are turbulent times, and the Wuzhou Alliance also has its own matters to attend to...

We cannot leave this hidden danger.

In the blink of an eye, the two lapis lazuli men reached an agreement.

Of course, it can't be disposed of directly either.

That would be too wasteful, and in the meantime, it's not advisable to disturb too many people for the sake of the big plan. After all, Platinum is one of the top members in the Unarmored Alliance.

Don't add unnecessary details.

and so……

Let's just make use of the waste.

After completing the grand plan, we'll throw Platinum out to take the fall and stop playing her. We'll also see if the forces behind her will come to her rescue and find out who is targeting the Wuzhou Alliance.

Of course, there's a high probability you won't catch this fish.

But when it comes to recycling waste, let's not worry about it too much.

So, barring any unforeseen circumstances, Platinum is unlikely to get the job as a receptionist selling hand sanitizer at Yuanshiyun Daily Necessities Company.

After the Unarmored Alliance's top brass completely withdrew, the Business Federation discovered that its pet dog had suddenly become just a Platinum.

And countless of his directors died on that terrifying night.

Her fate is self-evident.

“Consider yourself lucky,” Roy’s voice returned to its usual flippant tone. “Those men you left behind died horribly.”

"Of course I know," Platinum thought to himself, "I even know who did it."

Of course, she only dared to think about it in her heart.

"Then you can continue with your mission. This is none of your business."

After saying that, he hung up the phone without hesitation.

Then he immediately dialed a number he had memorized.

They still need to report to their superiors regarding the handling of the platinum.

Of course, Xuan Tie wouldn't care about a platinum item.

Seeing the call end on his phone, Bai Jin gritted his teeth, turned around, and went straight back to his residence.

She knew that the two blue-gold divers were definitely suspicious of her.

And there's really no way to clear my name about this.

Now we have no choice but to take a gamble.

I'm betting they only have suspicions and won't actually take action.

There is still a glimmer of hope.

If one were to flee the Grand Knight's territory without any preparation...

Bai Jin couldn't help but shudder at the thought of Xuan Tie's unpredictable archery skills.

Ten deaths and no life!

-

"How long has it been since these two girls showed up? They could easily go to a bar during their break, why are they being so formal?"

Standing outside Zofia's manor, the old craftsman Koval said, "Or is 'seclusion' a popular trend among young people these days?"

"...Which era was this popular?" Old F asked, trying to recall the past.

"When I was young."

"Aren't knights supposed to travel around and hone their skills? Who ever trains behind closed doors?" Old Ferguson exclaimed upon hearing this, wondering why he had never heard of such a thing when he was young.

"...Tch, those knights who can afford to hire messengers of natural disasters and have the means to move around, how could they understand the hardships of the human world... I almost worked myself to death in the workshop trying to get you a good sword..." Hearing this, Koval rolled his eyes at him.

He was Old Freak's squire in his youth, but that's all in the past now.

"What are you muttering about? If you want to curse, then curse. Stop being sarcastic. Have I ever been afraid of arguing with you?" Old Fu said rudely.

"You really think you're still that knight lord?!" Koval's eyes widened when he heard this, as if he wanted to have a good argument with him.

Old Freud also raised his head, stopped in his tracks, and was about to start a debate when he heard the faint sound of steel clashing coming from the manor.

"Shh!" He waved his hand forcefully and whispered, "...Did you hear that...? That's the sound of the girls practicing their swordsmanship."

Hearing this, Koval, who was full of resentment, stopped preparing his verbal attack and pricked up his ears.

"I'm not deaf! Hmm, not bad, the training swords on the market are all too light, and those rubbish manufacturers like to cut corners."

"But the sound of these two swords is very pleasant, ah, I should say quite good... But why do I feel like I've heard this sword's sound before?"

Koval was somewhat puzzled.

"Because you're old."

Old Ferguson didn't forget to seize any opportunity to deliver a sarcastic remark.

"Go away, I'm too lazy to argue with you, hurry up!"

Upon hearing this, Koval waved his hand speechlessly and walked straight towards the center of the manor.

"..."

"...Are you lost? Are you senile?" After walking for a long time, they still hadn't reached their destination.

"What's the rush?! Zofia's garden is so big—we should ask the servants at the gate for a motorcycle."

Old F, who was walking ahead, turned around and complained when he heard this.

"What's the use of a motorcycle? The weeds at Zofia's house are more lush than the forest by the lake. Where are you going?" Koval said, looking annoyed.