Chapter 329

Chloe's blood froze for an instant.

"...What did you say?"

The Black Robed Man leaned against the table, arms folded across his chest, regarding her with a leisurely air:

"Is it so hard to understand? I said you've been by the group leader's side all this time. Is there a problem with that?"

He tapped his finger, then let out a derisive chuckle:

"But I must say, you're quite impressive. To get so close to the boss in such a short time, and even gain his trust. I hear he's even given you access privileges?"

The Black Robed Man raised an eyebrow: "It seems you're even more capable than I imagined."

Chloe: "..."

So, it was Professor Sotos.

...

In the laboratory.

"According to our latest research, K1003 has shown initial signs of consciousness. We estimate it will awaken in approximately forty-five hours."

"It's the ultimate weapon we've developed. While maintaining large-scale destructive capabilities, it also incorporates a function to block Vampire perception. It's our most perfect work of art to date."

"Boss, do we need to stay in the lab any longer? This experiment should be... finished."

Sotos sat in his chair, his withered old fingers tapping on the armrest. Finally, he asked an odd question:

"Where's my assistant?"

Everyone was taken aback.

"Assistant?"

"Do you mean that young person who's been by your side recently?"

"I think I saw him leave earlier. Has he not returned yet?"

"That can't be right. I remember the boss always seemed fond of him, and he was very efficient in his work."

"Could something have delayed him?"

As the crowd discussed amongst themselves, Professor Sotos, who had lost his assistant, remained silent.

After a long while, something seemed to occur to him:

"Alright, that's enough talk."

Professor Sotos stood up:

"This research and development plan has gone well. Keep up the good work next time."

"I want to see the finished product in forty-eight hours."

"Yes, sir!"

Having received an affirmative response, Sotos turned and returned to his office.

His gaze was heavy as he entered, and the first thing he did was pull open a drawer.

The principle of capturing the leader to defeat the enemy was something even a three-year-old would understand.

So, Chloe quickly located the experiment's position, broke through a window, and began tearing off her face mask as she moved.

This time, luck was on her side. She soon spotted Sotos among the crowd.

Chloe spread her wings and descended like a bolt of lightning in front of Sotos, her large, dark red bat wings encircling them both.

Chloe flashed a smile:

"Professor, where are you rushing off to in such a hurry?"

It could be said that he truly lived up to his reputation as the leader of the Viper Group.

Even though he was now trapped in the enemy's grasp, he maintained the calm demeanor of one unmoved by even the collapse of Mount Tai.

"What do you want?"

"What do I want?" Chloe seemed somewhat surprised. "You've allowed your subordinates to commit countless atrocities for years, and you're asking me what I want? Isn't that a bit ridiculous?"

Sotos' time-worn, elderly face showed no expression:

"This is a sacrifice for science."

Chloe's fingers twitched, nearly laughing at his statement:

"A sacrifice for science? Did others willingly sacrifice themselves for your science, or did you force them? Damn, you monster."

Sotos remained unmoved.

People like him had long since developed their own set of principles.

These principles had nothing to do with law or morality. As long as it benefited him, it was right.

Sotos coughed twice:

"It's a pity. I quite admired you."

Chloe thought to herself, isn't that right? She had almost naively begun to see this foolish old man as a grandfather figure.

The anger wouldn't subside. She just couldn't let it go.

Chloe's dark red pupils turned towards the researchers gradually approaching in the distance.

In the next instant, her aura exploded outwards!

That heart-pounding pressure materialized, instantly sending the nearest researchers flying!

Sotos spoke in a deep voice:

"What are you waiting for? Open the gates!"

As soon as the words left his mouth, Chloe immediately sensed something was amiss.

She swiftly restrained Sotos, holding him tightly in her arms, then flew towards the researcher about to press the button in the distance!

But she was still a step too late.

The button was pressed, and alarms blared throughout the entire experimental base. Red lights flashed, and terrifying roars of monsters could be heard from within the sealed warehouse.

Sotos began to laugh. Despite being restrained, he didn't appear the least bit flustered:

"What do you think? Will those monsters win, or will you and your naive little friends?"