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CHAPTER 797-'THE VOID'
Author: Calendula
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Joseph made a difficult decision. He announced that the research project would be put on hold for a few days.

“We all need time to clear our minds and reflect,” he said with a firm voice. “I hope each of you will use this time to think about what’s happened and take care of yourselves. Return to your lodgings.”

The team members looked shocked by his decision, but none dared to protest. One by one, they left the lab with mixed emotions, from confusion to suspicion.

During the break, Joseph decided to conduct a private investigation. He contacted an old friend, Detective Mia, a specialist in cybercrime investigations. Joseph hoped Mia could help him find clearer evidence about who was responsible for the sabotage.

A few days later, Mia arrived at the lab when it was quiet. She began examining the security systems and data that hadn’t been accessed by the team.

Mia discovered strange traces in the server—small patterns that seemed like harmless errors but, to her trained eye,
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