Chapter 154: Unadulterated Hypocrisy

Chapter 154: Unadulterated Hypocrisy

The corruption was bigger than we anticipated! A middle-aged man spoke as he bottomed his strong alcohol. He twirled the glass now devoid of alcohol and two cubes of ice made a clink.

How many have you detected? Mercer asked the middle-aged man with an infelicitous expression. The man clenched his hands and his shirt tightened because of his biceps. He was a muscular man with dark skin, his eyes were as black as his daughters. The man was Quinns father, Kostas Anemone. He visited Cross Mansion after their operation was done, and he didnt look good at all.

More than a dozen thousands. He said heavily and filled another glass full of strong whisky. He bottomed up once again and looked at Mercer.

Most of them learned our operations beforehand and escaped to the Portal World. As you already know, even after so many years, the strongholds at the inner circles are limited, so the few strongholds we have arent that far from each other. They were able to gather at meeting points easily. We only caught a couple of thousands, in which most of them suicided and destroyed their wristwatches, but Mother AI hacked into them beforehand, so we were still able to gather some information. He said and took a handkerchief to clean the sweat on his forehead. He was already a strong hunter, but even at his level, he sweated when he heard the corrupted officers sullied the reputation of his organization.

How big is their operation? Malcolm asked apoplectically. His sons saved dozens of children today, and behind it was the same police needed to protect them. Only God knew how many others there were that they were unaware of. How many children waited to be saved, or used for these disgusting causes?

There were lots of high-ranking officers on their payroll. They were either bribed to keep their mouth shut, or worked together, but since they were using Starve Coins, they were untraceable. But Mother AI is certain, it has got rid of almost all of them. Kostas said, demoralized. He was chief of the police, but unaware of happenings under his nose. He wanted to resign from his job many times today out of shame, but Mother AI stopped him and asked for his help.

What is the criminal parties view on the subject? Miles asked. Everyone turned to look at him weirdly. Not because he was too young and had no place to talk there, but because the question itself was the crux of the matter they were avoiding to talk about yet. Miles had some other ideas in his mind, but he couldnt word them out, as they were nefand.

Starve Cleric gathered others once again to fight against the tyrant government. To clear the corrupted police, Mother AI was permitted to look into every wristwatch. In normal times, citizens could protect their privacy, and Unity wouldnt permit Mother AI to look at their private lives, but since we had to clear the germs in our ranks as soon as possible, we let it do it anyway. But the news leaked out even before we had started our operation.

Citizens are displeased and questioning the government as we speak. There are some supporting us, some criticizing us. All in all, it doesnt look good. Kostas summarized what was happening in Unity. Miles already had a hunch about it, but he wasnt clear on what to think yet. He had a bad feeling about everything happening lately but didnt have any evidence, so he decided to keep his mouth shut for the time being.

People will not dare to riot once again. Not for now at least. Mercer said frustratedly. They used a hammer to suppress the last big riot and killed whoever stood in their way. It was cruel, but it was effective. Ever since, citizens dared not to riot again. There was a small march not long ago, but it was quenched quickly.

It is good, it is good. What is her element? Maybe her element caused her some damage? Kostas asked matter of factly. As if he was just bringing it up for a casual chat.

We havent tested it yet. As I said, she was attached to us and didnt leave our side ever since we saved her. We will test it later and see. Merlin answered, and changed the subject. How about other children you saved? Anyone with a rare element? They should be tested by now, and there should be several worth nurturing.

Hmm, not bad at all. There are a few with healing abilities and some other stronger elements. But I dont have the full list yet.

It is good. Since you worked hard and lost several thousands of men, you should nurture them so the Police Force wouldnt weaken. Mercer advised the sagely.

I will keep Generals words in mind. Thank you for entertaining me, I will take my leave for now. Kostas said and stood up to leave.

Quinn coming? He asked his daughter.

I am gonna stay a few more days, Quinn answered and they hugged. The servant walked in to see Kostas to the door. Merlin also tactfully took Quinn to see the backyard.

That old fox. Mercers eyes squinted as he looked at the door. As if he was looking at Kostas. Miles was still in the room, so he just listened to them speak.

He indeed grabbed the biggest piece, but it is not that bad. At least others didnt get anything. Malcolm commented.

I doubt. He didnt offer anything to us, because we already saved a batch and recruited them, but other families will not watch Kostas have them all. Kostas will probably give them something to buy their approval. Mercer said with schadenfreude.