All my teammates online are my girlfriends

352. A boss who seems a bit unconventional

"morning--"

"Good morning... What happened to you guys? Your dark circles are quite noticeable."

Sawaori was taken aback when she saw the extremely dark circles under the eyes of the security team members.

Weren't you supposed to be on a mission? It feels like you guys are already on the verge of collapse before you've even started.

"Uh, I stayed up late watching some videos."

"You guys are staying up all night when we're about to go on a mission. Be careful Tang Feilin doesn't scold you."

"No, the director looked at it too."

"Oh-Saki, why do you have such dark circles under your eyes? Are you watching videos with them too?"

Sawari also noticed Sakuma slumped limply on the sofa, and her expression became somewhat strange.

Why do they all seem so off? They have no energy at all.

"No, it's just that last night felt too peaceful, so peaceful that it was hard to believe, that I couldn't fall asleep."

"..."

What happened to you to become like this?

Sawaori glanced at Sakikuma, wondering if he was secretly doing something behind her back in the middle of the night.

However, compared to the dejected Saki, Chen Xiao on the other side looked radiant, as if he had received excellent care.

What the hell happened last night?!

Before she could ask any more questions, Tang Feilin had already arrived in the hall, wearing her usual white coat, but her usually cool face now had an unnatural blush.

Beside her was Bai Ya, whose legs were so weak from walking.

Unexpectedly, both of them had several bruises on their faces, as if they had been through some extremely fierce internal strife.

No one asked any questions; they simply waited patiently for her to speak.

"There's still some time before the mission. Everyone check your equipment to make sure nothing goes wrong during the mission."

Tang Feilin sat down on the sofa while giving instructions, but as she sat down, she suddenly seemed to gasp and twitch the corner of her mouth.

Damn, Bai Ya really doesn't hold back when she gets going. I'm supposed to be her boss, after all.

These bruises don't look like they'll go away in two or three days!

Bai Ya was too lazy to expose him, and walked unsteadily toward her teammates.

Normally, I wouldn't be able to go on a mission in my current terrible condition, but Tang Feilin's medicine is just too weird.

Although my legs were incredibly weak, I felt refreshed and my magical energy was at its peak.

The price was a bit too high...

No, the more I think about it, the angrier I get. I'll give that bastard another good beating later, otherwise she'll never know what restraint is!

Noticing Bai Ya's dark complexion, Tang Feilin raised an eyebrow, her hand in her pocket gripping a vial of reagent tightly.

If Bai Ya continues to defy her authority, she'll have no choice but to use something even more drastic!

"Have you changed all your equipment?"

"They've all been changed, and they fit quite well."

"If there are no problems, let's set off. Nekosanchi will lead the way. Don't forget our agreement."

"oh-"

Cat Sanzhi responded excitedly.

I'm going all out this time to get Tang Feilin's bank card password!!

After confirming that everyone was ready, Tang Feilin got up and limped towards the door, dragging along Mao Sanzhi, who wanted to take a few more bags of snacks.

The hotel is not far from the foot of Mount Taixu. When everyone arrived, as always, they could see a large number of staff members lingering nearby, working tirelessly.

Compared to when they first arrived, the number of people here has almost doubled, and the number of security personnel has increased by nearly a hundred.

"director!"

Upon spotting Tang Feilin, researchers immediately gathered around.

"We have detected an additional life form in Taixu Mountain. It entered through another route and has not detected our situation. We are ready to depart and carry out the mission at any time."

"Okay, take them to the entrance. Once they're inside, immediately notify the defense department to seal off all exits at the foot of the mountain. Unless they come down, no one is allowed to enter or leave."

"Yes!"

Following Tang Feilin's orders, the researcher did not hesitate and immediately led Lin Qiu and the others to the previously set-up entrance checkpoint.

The closer they got, the more stringent the security became, with all sorts of weapons and ammunition, as if any enemy would be riddled with bullets if they appeared.

The so-called entrance checkpoint was actually an electric wall they built overnight, and entry and exit could only be done by staff swiping cards.

As soon as the researcher swiped their card, a heavy thud resounded.

After the gate opened, a dense forest immediately came into view, and Lin Qiu and the others' expressions became extremely solemn.

"Let's part ways here for now. I hope the mission goes smoothly."

"Okay! Finish it quickly so we can come back and have a big meal together."

Bai Ya and the others didn't linger. After giving a few more instructions, they quickly left.

Watching them leave, Lin Qiu and the others turned their gaze back to Mao Sanzhi—

"Now you'll have to face your boss alone. We're monitoring your movements from the rear and ready to act at any time. Be careful."

"Ok!"

Mao Sanzhi nodded her little head and headed toward the position that she had arranged with her boss in advance, looking very righteous.

From the moment she entered Mount Taixu, she kept smelling a very familiar scent. Although she couldn't remember what it was for a moment, it seemed to be quite close to where her superior was!

Only after Mao Sanzhi's figure was almost out of sight did Lin Qiu lead his team to slowly follow.

"Follow orders when the time comes, and make sure you don't expose yourself."

"Don't worry, just like in the game, there won't be any problems."

Zezhi confidently patted his chest and assured her that he was quite good at this kind of mission, such as capturing targets!

Seeing that these guys showed no sign of nervousness, Lin Qiu nodded in satisfaction.

Meanwhile, as Nekosanzu approached the agreed-upon location, the fragrance in the air gradually intensified.

She froze on the spot when a certain figure came into full view.

In the distance, a lazy figure was sitting. Although much taller than Mao Sanzhi, she still looked petite, and her fluffy cat ears were particularly eye-catching.

The other party seemed completely oblivious to the presence of Mao Sanzhi, sitting calmly on a rock, occasionally adding firewood to the roaring fire.

As the cat looked toward the fire, its eyelids twitched.

On the fire was a hot pot restaurant's signature half-and-half pot, and the familiar aroma I had just smelled was coming from this pot!

The other person had clearly been cooking for quite some time; only after the bottom of the pot was completely cooked did she eagerly add shrimp paste, tripe, fish slices...

353. Why did the superior officer defect to the enemy first?

"Gurgle gurgle--"

In the boiling broth, various hot pot ingredients slowly floated to the surface.

The rich aroma of food lingered around her neck, and the catgirl, who had previously looked languid and indifferent, became much happier.

The fluffy cat ears twitched, and its broom-like tail swayed happily behind it.

As she skillfully picked up a piece of tripe and began to chew it with smacking sounds, a look of satisfaction and enjoyment finally appeared on her pretty face.

Only at times like these can I truly feel the joy of slacking off.

"Commander Cat, what are you doing?"

A sudden question drifted from behind, startling Cat Witch so much that her cat ears perked up instantly, and she almost choked on her tripe.

She turned her head sharply, her fur standing on end, and only after seeing it was Nekosanzu standing there did she breathe a sigh of relief.

"It's Sanzhi! You startled me. How come you walk so quietly?"

“I called out a few times already, but you were so focused on cooking the hot pot that you didn’t notice.”

Neko Sanzhi explained expressionlessly and sat down directly on the rock opposite her.

Faced with the strange look in her subordinate's eyes, Cat Witch scratched her face awkwardly. After hesitating for a long time, she finally handed over a pair of chopsticks.

"Want some?"

"I can manage."

As she spoke, Mao Sanzhi took out a soup spoon and a large bowl from her backpack, and even prepared the dipping sauce.

The cat witch was completely stunned by how well-prepared they were.

Why did you bring so much?

"Isn't it better to be prepared? It's not easy to live away from home."

"One thing to say, one thing to say, indeed."

Cat Witch nodded in agreement and took some dipping sauce from Cat Three Branches.

After a few loud chewing sounds, the cat, Sanzhi, seemed a little uneasy about the strangely harmonious atmosphere and tentatively asked—

Why didn't you ask me about the mission?

"What mission? Ah—that one, never mind."

Cat Sanzhi: "???"

Um, sorry, I had a bit of tinnitus just now. What did you just say?!

Cat Sanzhi stared blankly at Cat Wulu, only realizing what was happening after a moment.

You're supposed to be infiltrating this other world to steal information, right?! You're cooking hotpot all by yourself, and you're completely ignoring the mission?!

Sensing the bewildered look in Nekosane's eyes, Nekosuru sighed and said—

"Sanzhi, I've been here for so many days now, and I've made up my mind. I don't plan to go back!"

"???"

"Here, there's no pressure from above or work pressure, and there's no serious atmosphere. It's great to slack off every day, there's lots of delicious food, and it seems like catgirls are especially popular."

"Why the hell do I have to go back?! Aren't I happy staying here?!"

Cat Witch shouted, her words sounding both unreasonable and arrogant, her face full of determination.

Anyway, as long as I don't go back, the people in the central courtyard will probably just assume I was captured and killed in battle. I can just stay here and laze around until I die.

As for the cat trio...

"I'm handing over the leadership role to you. When you get back, report what needs to be reported. Remember to say that I died a heroic death. If there's any compensation, remember to collect it for me. If you're ever sent here again, you can bring it to me. We'll split it 70/30!"

"..."

Director Tang, can you tell me what the hell I should do in this situation?

This isn't a story I should be experiencing!

Are you really not going back?

Nekosabira asked again, but before confirming the guy's true thoughts, she couldn't reveal her own situation.

This time, Cat Witch didn't say anything. She just reached into her pocket and then threw a broken crystal on the ground.

"I've already smashed the communication crystal. The people in Midgard should think I'm dead, so there's nothing to worry about."

"Your own home area..."

"I brought all my belongings with me, and I don't have any family here, so I can just settle down here."

Cat Witch said calmly, "The timing, the location, and the people are all on my side. I will never go back!"