Roland chuckled. "Mr. Johnson, I'm just a roughneck. How would I know about international affairs?"Eric glanced at Roland and said, "Roland, don't say that. I know you must have your own opinion."Roland smiled. "I think they're just bullshitting. They're doing this just to establish a positive image and engage in some shady dealings under the guise of charity."These people are just nosy dogs sticking their noses where they don't belong. What do our own affairs have to do with them? I believe they have ulterior motives."What's all this talk about human health? It's just a facade. I don't know what they're really up to, but I know it can't be anything good!"Roland's viewpoint was similar to that of Pierce. Such individuals could see through the essence of things at a glance. When it came to schemes, who could outplay them?Eric grinned. "You said that you don't know anything, but you seem to understand quite clearly, don't you?"-The people from the Combat Department had al
"After our intervention, the data shows 200,000 infections and 800 deaths! Do you still call this inaction?" He snorted. "I bet if this virus appeared in any city overseas with a population of 8,000,000, the results wouldn't be this good, right?"The virus' basic mortality rate is 50%, yet there hasn't been a single death in Salt City after infection! And you're all calling this inaction?"Heh! In a city of 8,000,000, people are dying from the flu every year. Why don't you make a fuss about it, Mr. Kurt?"Now, Mr. Kurt, why don't you explain to me the difference between action and inaction?"Everyone fell silent.Oliver clenched his fist and said, "Well said!" He certainly knew that these people were not there with good intentions, but their plan was completely thwarted by Eric.Kurt's expression darkened. It was unprecedented for anyone to challenge them in such a manner.They had anticipated gathering evidence of officials offering bribes or gifts, but to their surprise, non
The documents contained various data about the virus, including the genetic map.Perhaps fearing the GHO team might not understand, Eric said, "The virus that broke out in Dortmund City and Salt City originates from several very common viruses. After combining the genes and characteristics of these common viruses, a new virus was created!"Since you're all experts in this field, I'm sure you know that this kind of virus is definitely not naturally occurring."Some of the people fell silent. They had been wondering why the outbreak would suddenly occur. In today's world, where hygiene was a top priority, they couldn't fathom how such a virus could emerge. If indeed there was an outbreak, it must be a dormant strain or one that had mutated multiple times.Eric continued. "Generally speaking, highly contagious viruses have low fatality rates because they are also products of nature. Their strong infectivity is due to encountering many living organisms during the host's active period,
Kurt's expression turned grave. "They've done their job too well! Flawless!" He could already sense their dilemma. The GHO hadn't even had the chance to sling dirt at them before Eric's arguments came crashing down.They had wanted to verify the data's authenticity and accuracy, but they discovered that all the data was accurate. They had considered tampering with the data, but they soon discarded the idea as it would be too obvious. If they were exposed for falsifying data, not only would their trip to Dortmund City be in vain, but the GHO's reputation would also suffer a huge blow. It was not worth it at all.Kurt did not know what to do now.Someone beside him said, "The guy who's been speaking all this time has all the data in his hands. Stealing it isn't an option. They must have backups."Since reasoning won't work, let's get tough! Let's eliminate Eric. We can stage it as a suicide, claiming he couldn't bear the guilt of his lies!"Our trip's purpose is to prove the v
After making the necessary preparations, they waited for the assassin to take the bait. Since the hotel's daily traffic was not particularly high, any suspicious individuals would be immediately noticed. However, there were no signs of anything out of the ordinary until midnight. Yet, Roland and his men remained vigilant. The GOH team would be staying in Dortmund City for several days, and Roland speculated that it would likely be tonight or tomorrow night.After midnight, Roland's men finally spotted a suspicious figure. A person wearing a cap and dressed as a cleaner entered the elevator, heading toward Eric's floors."He's here!" Roland's man said over the intercom. "It's someone disguised as a cleaner, wearing a cap. We just confirmed with the hotel manager that he isn't one of their employees!""Guys, let's have some fun!" Roland said. "Mess up the rooms for the cleaner! Spill some drinks and stuff and make him clean it all up! Tire the bastard out!"As a cleaner, cleaning
As the door creaked open, Eric glanced at the assassin."Come in," he said.The assassin stepped into the room, and Eric swiftly shut the door behind him, casually sliding the bolt into place.With practiced ease, the assassin retrieved the air freshener and sprayed the room. "Sir, this is the exclusive service for the presidential suite, a special feature of our hotel. After I finish your massage, a beautiful woman will also come to your door for one-on-one service."Rest assured, sir. They are all clean, with board certificates from various training schools," the assassin assured.Eric nodded slightly, settling onto the bed.Time was ticking, and the assassin was getting impatient.From his bag, the assassin produced a syringe containing an unknown liquid. His eyes glinted with killing intent as he approached Eric, ready to administer the injection.But just as he drew close, Eric suddenly flipped over, grabbing the assassin's hand with a sharp gaze. "What is this? I didn't r
The Combat Department interrogated the assassin through the night. When dealing with individuals of such nature, they had their ways.Meanwhile, Eric dialed a number.As soon as the call connected, Eric chuckled. "No one has been sent to our territory for any assassinations lately, right?"Stealthbane was nearly frightened out of his wits. "Mr. Johnson, absolutely not! We haven't sent anyone over for a long time! We've even stopped accepting jobs from there!"With a cold sneer, Eric remarked, "Stopped accepting them? Yet, tonight, a highly professional assassin came to kill me! Are you saying you had no involvement in this?"Stealthbane was trembling. "Absolutely not! Mr. Johnson, don't you trust me? Though I often engage in shady activities, when I say I haven't done something, I haven't!"Eric retorted, "If I say it didn't happen, it didn't. What's the difference between that and a forced confession?"Eric smirked and added, "I still trust your integrity, but perhaps these are
"Big Boss is right," Eric remarked, placing the interrogation documents on the table. "These people indeed harbor no good intentions. These so-called international organizations aren't benevolent entities at all. They are mere tools wielded by individuals, organizations, or even entire nations!"Witnessing such darkness firsthand, Eric felt as though his very principles had been altered. Weren't international organizations meant to serve the globe, to serve all of humanity? How could they devolve into instruments for others?It was too dark, too despair-inducing. They wore a glossy facade but engaged in unspeakable deeds behind the scenes.Taking a deep breath, Eric continued. "I won't be attending today's meeting. When you return, inform me about Kurt and their reactions."His aim was to unsettle Kurt and his team, leaving them unsure whether he was alive or dead. With the assassin captured and Eric absent, Kurt and his group would be left to speculate wildly.Eric could alread