After supper, Amelia motioned for Sylvia to join her privately."Mom, what's the matter?" Sylvia asked, perplexed by her mother's demeanor.Sylvia sensed that something was awry.Amelia glanced around cautiously, ensuring Eric wasn't within earshot before addressing Sylvia, "Sylvia, can't you be more observant?"Her words left Sylvia even more bewildered. "Mom, what exactly is happening?""You still haven't grasped the issue?!" Amelia responded with irritation."Look at Eric. The scars on his face have been fading lately. I'm certain they'll vanish completely soon."Once they're gone, he'll have his handsome appearance back. A handsome and talented young man is bound to attract many admirers!"That young woman who visited us tonight is quite remarkable. Beautiful, fair-skinned, long-legged, well-endowed... She's not different from you!"Sylvia finally understood Amelia's apprehension. She couldn't help but chuckle. "Mom, Eric isn't that type of person. And regarding Ruth, she'

Considering the situation and following a discussion among Eric, Sylvia, and Andy, they decided to institute an employee allowance. Each individual, including janitors, would receive 100 dollars. Additionally, those on duty would be granted an extra 50 dollars.Employees stationed overseas wouldn't receive the allowance but would instead be compensated with increased subsidies.In reality, work at the Innova Group had temporarily ceased, including research and development, while equipment production gradually declined due to employee safety concerns. Some high-level executives initially considered increasing production under the assumption that a cure would be developed. However, subsequent events proved their caution justified. Despite being curable, the disease left lingering effects, impacting employees' health.The Innova Group prioritized its workforce and spared no effort in distributing funds. They recognized the importance of fostering a sense of belonging among employees

In the evening, Eric returned to the Williams residence. He rarely worked overtime unless faced with a significant project.After dinner, he pondered for a while and decided it was time to speak with Queenie. After all, he had made no breakthroughs in the case over the past few days.When Eric sought out Queenie, he brought Connor and Sylvia along to prevent any misunderstandings.Queenie was aware that the viral outbreak incidents in Dortmund and Salt Cities were under official investigation when Ruth and several members of the Combat Department visited the Williams. The commanding presence of Ruth and her colleagues was not something an ordinary person could easily exhibit.At this juncture, Queenie discovered that Eric was also an official agent. Connor asked, "Queenie, can you confirm whether the Oberdeens have indeed developed the cure?"This question was crucial and required confirmation. Once confirmed, it would significantly streamline Eric's efforts. Originally, the Comba

All of Lewis' items were now neatly packed and placed on the table in front of him: USB drives and some paper documents.Eric continued. "I had people in Phoenix City check. There haven't been any recent academic exchange conferences there, so what were you doing?"Lewis' face fell. He had heard from Kirk that Eric was not someone to mess with and was beyond his league. Now, he truly felt that Eric was an extraordinary figure with unparalleled capabilities.He had done his homework well before going to Phoenix City. Once he was there, it was virtually impossible for people from this side to bring him back. Moreover, they had assured him protection. Yet, it was exactly those people who claimed to protect him that personally put him on the plane."Who exactly are you?" He looked at Eric, feeling fear for the first time. He had been in Phoenix City, breathing the air of freedom. How had he ended up in this situation?!In reality, he might have successfully taken these things out befo

There were three shadow warriors, but one lay dead, leaving two concealed in the darkness. Eric understood their Catellonian origins, prompting him to question the link between Catellon and the virus outbreak.However, Eric couldn't dwell on this. He still had to confront the remaining shadow warriors, whose capabilities were heightened by the darkness.Suddenly, he squinted and swiftly hurled a dagger toward a shadowed corner of the wall. The glint of the blade pierced the darkness, followed by the thud of a body hitting the ground. Yet, even amidst the blackened surroundings, Eric sensed the imminent danger."Bring it on!" he bellowed, channeling his energy into his fist and launching it toward the source of the impending attack.A pair of sounds reverberated through the corridor: one, the impact of his punch meeting its target, and the other, the echo of the body colliding with the wall.Simultaneously, the corridor lights flickered to life, illuminating the scene. Strewn acros