Arknights, the Angel of Justice is waiting for level 16

Muirseth had no appetite for this lunch. After a short rest, the two set out on their journey again, but this time, Chen took the initiative to take over the task of driving.

"Muirseth, take a break. You are too nervous."

"it is good……"

Muirseth did not refuse this time. She sat in the back seat and wanted to sleep, but she tossed and turned and could not fall asleep. Her heart was as tangled as a ball of thread scratched by a cat.

“Chen, did you and Ji Luo really rush to Columbia from Longmen to stop the natural disaster sacrifice?”

"Well, that's what we're here for."

“Isn’t this very…”

Muirseth was about to say it was stupid, but the words stayed on his lips and he changed his words.

"It's difficult. The remains of the star of disaster can create and control natural disaster beasts. If one person spreads the news, everyone in the world will know about it."

"so what?"

"So, in the end, this kind of thing will definitely be used by those bad guys. They will either exchange information or seek benefits. Anyway, the secret of the natural disaster sacrifice cannot be kept at all."

"Maybe...it will be like this."

"Then... since it will become known to everyone, there will be natural disaster sacrifices all over the world. Even if you stop it this time, there will always be a time when you are too busy to stop it the next time. There are some things that cannot be helped."

Muirseth's words and deeds were all trying to persuade Chen to give up his naivety and turn around and run away as soon as possible, the farther away from the natural disaster the better.

Chen listened to her words, nodded thoughtfully, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

"So? So... we just don't do anything?"

"Ah... That's not the case. What I mean is that you can unite various countries. Ordinary people and small organizations don't have this ability."

"Muerseth, I understand your thoughts, but please rest assured that everything Ji Luo and I are doing now is not forced."

Chen didn't care about Muirseth's retreat. Instead, she admired this smart and scheming elf.

"We are just trying our best... doing what we can. If everything is irreversible, then it is good that we can slow down even for a second. At least in this way, when we give up everything, we can say to ourselves with peace of mind that we have tried our best - that's all."

Chapter 169: The breakup between Hemer and Saria

The creation of Rhine Life originated from two girls with infinite dreams who arrogantly tried to touch the barriers of this world...

Long ago, this was just a passionate attempt. Saria never thought that her good friend Christen would not only support their dreams, but also develop this small company into a behemoth.

Just like a tiny fish fry, it constantly devours the food called capital, and its size grows rapidly at an incredible speed, eventually exceeding everyone's expectations.

——Or rather, it is out of everyone's control.

Compared to the pitiful single rooms when the company started its business, the dormitories that Rhine Life now prepares for its executives are as luxurious as five-star hotels.

But even so, every time Saria woke up from this room, she would still feel an inexplicable sense of falsehood and emptiness.

Why...why did everything become like this?

Saria slowly got down from the bed, recalling last night's nightmare in her mind. Everything in the dream was hazy, but for some reason, she felt very uncomfortable.

Before washing up, Saria turned on the TV as usual, but the early morning news disrupted her mood.

"Recently, our special correspondent Lekani exposed the 'Locken Water Tank Project', which attracted widespread attention."

"Just yesterday, Lekani infiltrated Rhine Life and obtained complete evidence that it illegally detained others and conducted cruel experiments on living people."

"At the same time, Lekani also rescued a subject. He was from Longmen and was kidnapped by a local gang and then illegally sold to Tremont."

The channel broadcasting on TV is the largest TV station in Colombia, and at this moment, millions of people are watching it.

Even Saria, who was not very sensitive to public relations, understood that the consequences of this news were almost irreversible.

Saria had just wet her cheeks with water, but the huge shock to her mind made her walk to the TV in a daze and watch the interview with the subject of the experiment.

I don't know if he was confident or not, but this man named Ji Luo did not hide his face or name at all. He sat there openly, accusing Rhine Life of atrocities.

"I came from Longmen, and was transported here by human traffickers. There were nearly 120 other people traveling with me, including men and women, and even children under the age of ten. But... they all died, and I was the only one who survived. I feel so sorry for them!"

On TV, Ji Luo was choking with sobs. He kept talking about the tragic things he had experienced, describing cruel practices comparable to the slave trade. His words were touching because they were so heartfelt.

"..."

Saria listened to Ji Luo's accusation, and her mind was almost empty. She didn't know what she was thinking, she just took out her cell phone and dialed Kristen's number out of habit.

"Hello? Saria! Have you seen today's morning news? Let's go to the company first and discuss countermeasures!"

“Kristen, this Ji Luo, is he the experimental subject that escaped?

"Well, he must have been instructed by someone, and many of his words were deliberately slanderous."

Kristen was obviously in a bad mood as well, but she quickly calmed herself down and even had enough time to comfort Saria and say that it was okay.

At this time, Christen's phone was about to explode with calls. She apologized to Saria, hung up the phone, and went to explain to the shareholders.

"..."

Saria looked at the phone that was returned to the table. The background of the screen was a photo of her and Kristen. At that time, they were both smiling brightly.

"Why... did it become like this?"

Saria covered her cheeks with her hands, and drops of water fell from between her fingers. So many things had happened before, and she had convinced herself again and again. But why did Kristen do things so inhumanely!

Isn't she afraid that one day these things will be known to others and torn to pieces by people with a sense of justice?

No, it should be said that these things have been known to others, so Christen is so busy.

She never thought about apologizing to anyone. She just took it for granted that capital could solve all problems.

Inexplicably, Saria remembered a very funny children's cartoon, which contained a thought-provoking dialogue:

"No, my friend, we seem to have drifted apart. We were very happy together in the past. But now, we are incompatible. We should go our separate ways. This is life. Maybe we will meet again in the future. Please don't forget me."

Perhaps, Christen thought so as she looked at her stubborn self, but she still needed her own strength, so she was still enduring.

However, this kind of patience is almost reaching its limit. She has been in frequent contact with Holhaiya recently. Perhaps the director of the defense department will be replaced soon.

"After all, help her get through this crisis first..."

Saria hesitated for a long time, and finally made a decision. She didn't even bother to wash up, just wiped her face, changed into her uniform, and rushed to the headquarters of Rhine Life.

At this time, hundreds of reporters had surrounded the gate of Rhine Life. They kept clamoring to interview Christen, but were stopped by the security guards.

In order to conceal her whereabouts, Saria did not enter through the main gate. Instead, she climbed over the wall and then took over the security command of the headquarters and implemented an emergency lockdown for the entire company.

Not long after, Kristen contacted Saria again, hoping that she could attend the emergency response meeting.

However, as the director of the defense department, Saria is now extremely busy and has no time to talk about military affairs.

Therefore, Saria did not attend the emergency meeting, but just sent her deputy to listen.

However, what Saria did not expect was that just after she rejected Kristen's meeting, another call came in.

This time, the person who was looking for her was Hemer. After hesitating for a moment, Saria finally answered the call.

However, Hemer didn't want to talk about anything on the phone at all. She just wanted to see her immediately and talk about something in person.

Saria, who was unable to leave, naturally rejected Hemer's request. The Liberi girl was silent for a moment, and then hung up the phone directly...

"Sareya, you are worthy of being one of the co-founders of Rhine Life, you are really loyal to the company~"

Hemer looked at the gradually darkening screen of her mobile phone and finally lost the hope that had always supported her. She felt only sadness in her heart.

The Liberi girl slowly squatted down and curled up in the corner of the laboratory.

She had done everything she could, but the situation was getting worse day by day, with no sign of improvement.

Ifrit's physical condition was deteriorating rapidly. Not only could she not control the power of the Fire Demon in her body, but her Ore Disease was also getting worse.

Moreover, the injection of large amounts of reagents and drugs made Ifrit's mental condition extremely worrying.

If this continues, Ifrit's emotions may collapse before her physical death, and her personality may be completely destroyed.

However, Hemer's teacher Parvis, knowing Ifrit's current condition, did not try to treat her. Instead, he considered turning her into a test subject to study the remains of the evil star!

Not long ago, he even said that Ifrit was the most perfect implant for the "Remains of the Star of Misfortune". The failed product of the Locke water tank was not worthy of possessing the power of a giant beast. His creation was perfect!

Just yesterday, Parvez and Ferdinand reached a cooperation agreement, and even General Manager Christen's approval was obtained.

——After losing the perfect experimental body, Ifrit has become the only choice. They, Rhine Life, are in urgent need of a successful implanter of the "Remains of the Star of Misfortune".

"I should have... awakened earlier. I still had a chance to escape then, but now..."

Hemer is not a very emotional person. As a scientific researcher, calmness and rationality are almost essential elements.

But now, thinking about Ifrit's miserable and painful future, Hemer finally collapsed before her.

She once said that she would protect her well, but now Ifrit has fallen into the abyss and she can do nothing.

Even...Sareya chose to stand by and watch.

"We must find a way."

Hemer gritted his teeth and even thought of the choice made by the boy on TV.

Now, she also has certain authority in Rhine Life. If she discloses more experimental data, it will completely trigger public opinion, and the number and intensity of protests will greatly increase.

In this case, General Christen might reconsider the experimental plan. Even if it is completely unfeasible, at least it can tie up the energy of Parvis and Ferdinand!

With no other choice, Hemer had already thought of a way to die together. But just as she was thinking about how to implement it, her cell phone suddenly rang.

Hemer naturally thought it was a call from Saria, but when she excitedly answered the phone, there was a strange male voice on the other end.

"Ms. Hemer, I'm sorry to bother you. What's the current status of the Balrog Project?"

"Who are you?!"

Hearing the other party's deliberately distorted voice, Hemer immediately became alert. But at the same time, she also had an inexplicable hope.

"Ms. Hemer, at this moment, it doesn't make much sense to discuss who I am."

"Then what do you want to talk about?"

"Haha~ Miss Hemer, you don't want Ifrit to die~"

"..."

Hemer listened to the other party's teasing voice, her face still expressionless. She had now abandoned her personal honor and disgrace, and only wanted to save the poor child.

"You...can save Ifrit?"

"Of course, I can not only let you leave Rhine Life, but also completely solve the hidden dangers of Ifrit."

"what do you want?"

Although Hemer suspected that the other party was talking nonsense, her heart still beat faster when she heard that Ifrit could be saved.

"I never thought that there was anything about me that was worth targeting."

"Of course. It's you, Miss Homer."

"..."

"Ahem~ Don't get me wrong, I was talking about your wisdom, I didn't mean that."

"..."

"In short, I can save you and Ifrit, but in return, you have to become my subordinates and work for me."

The voice on the other end of the phone stopped teasing at this time. Hemer listened to the other party's request and slowly said "OK".

"I don't care who you are. As long as you can rescue Ifrit and me and solve Ifrit's problem, I am willing to follow your orders."

"Hehe~ Stop playing word games. It's not just you, it's also Ifrit."

"it is good."

Hemer had no other choice now, so she didn't hesitate too much and grabbed this life-saving straw.

After hearing Hemer's answer, the man on the other end of the phone smiled with satisfaction, not caring about the chips he had to hand over.

The only pity was that when Hemer asked the other party when the rescue could be carried out, the other party did not give her a specific time, but only gave her a phone number as an emergency contact channel.

"Hemer, please remember your choice. Our trust is only this time. If you reveal our deal to others, including Saria, then all this will be void."

"I understand, and I accept it."