Chapter 662: New Team Member
Chapter 662: New Team Member
After the banquet, representatives from the Union began to exit the hall one by one.
However, one of the Union representatives seemed to be delayed due to some matters, and it wasn't until half an hour later that he emerged from the hall, accompanied by several escorts.
In front of the hall, a man who had been waiting there for a long time approached, extending both hands and saying, "Mr. Chi, welcome to Jinbei Province."
Mr. Chi shook hands with him and said, "This time, I bring greetings from the gentleman, and he is grateful for your branch's handling of the previous matter. When I left, he specifically asked me to convey his apologies for any trouble we may have caused you."
The man respectfully replied, "It is our duty."
Mr. Chi reached behind him, and an attendant immediately handed something to him, which he then passed to the man in front.
"This is the gentleman's token of appreciation."
The man immediately received it with both hands and bowed slightly, saying, "The gentleman is too kind." He added, "If there is anything you need us to do in Jinbei Province, please do not hesitate to ask, and we will cooperate fully."
Mr. Chi said, "In addition to bringing the gentleman's apologies and greetings, there is one more thing." He paused before continuing, "According to reliable information and analysis, there is a high possibility that an international Sterling-level, or third-tier, lost artifact will appear."
The man couldn't help but be taken aback, and his expression changed noticeably.
Internationally, lost artifacts are classified into five tiers. Fifth-tier artifacts have some research and reference value; fourth-tier artifacts have high application potential and significantly aid in advancing corporate biotechnology;
However, when it comes to the third tier, or Sterling-level, each appearance in the past has brought about groundbreaking technological advancements, and their strategic value is immeasurable.
The appearance of such an artifact will undoubtedly attract global attention.
He couldn't help but think of the upcoming diplomatic mission from the Linakses Federation, and although there was no concrete evidence, he felt that this delegation might also be here because of this artifact.
"What do you need us to do?" he asked.
Mr. Chi glanced at his watch and said, "I have another meeting shortly, and I will communicate with the branch colleagues after the meeting."
The man immediately replied, "Then we will await your arrival at any time."
Mr. Chi bid farewell, shaking hands with him and descending the long staircase with his attendants. They entered the armored limousine parked below, and the vehicle drove across the plaza towards the pre-arranged conference hall, followed closely by a line of security vehicles.
Ten minutes later, the convoy arrived at the conference hall in Baihe District, which had already been cleared and thoroughly inspected for security. Dozens of field interference organisms were positioned at various locations to ensure that no field surveillance could penetrate.
On the pathway above, the Union's elite security personnel stood on both sides, and the area was now under their complete control.
After Mr. Chi entered the conference hall, more than ten other Union representatives were already present. One of them said, "Mr. Chi, we've been waiting for you."
Mr. Chi apologized and took his seat.
The leader of the Union delegation was Oberth Gaudwin from Ocean Life Corporation. He was around sixty years old, dressed in a deep gray gentleman's suit, with thick silver hair and a mustache. His eyes were deep and perceptive, and there were very subtle implantation lines on his cheeks and neck.
Once Mr. Chi was seated, the conference room door closed, and he said, "Now that everyone is here, let's discuss the current situation.
The appearance of a Sterling-level artifact is enough to change the current technological landscape. Even if we don't obtain this lost artifact, we must prevent it from falling into the hands of the Dashun government.
Our primary task is to obtain detailed geographical information about the Convergence Zone in Jinbei Province.
We have already communicated with numerous company representatives in the Central City of Jinbei Province, and they will provide us with some exploration data. Additionally, the City Council will also offer us some assistance."
Even the City Council of Jinbei Province would not leak all of their critical information. It's not that they are particularly loyal to Dashun, but they understand the immense value of lost artifacts, and they have their own agenda.
One of the representatives spoke up, "We can't obtain official data, but perhaps we can find a way through personal channels. According to the information we've gathered, the person most familiar with the Convergence Zone is someone named Chen Bitong.
He once participated in an exploration team and ventured deep into the Convergence Zone, providing a significant amount of information through his team's explorations.
According to Dashun's official news, he sacrificed himself a few months ago to block the army of the old dynasty. Many of his former exploration team members now hold important positions in military and critical departments, so they are unlikely to come to our aid.
However, we have learned that Chen Bitong has a capable assistant who followed him for a long time. This assistant is currently on the run, suspected of violating Dashun law, and they may possess detailed information about the Convergence Zone.
Additionally, Chen Bitong has a young son who may also have knowledge of this information."
Oberth knocked on the table with his knuckles, producing a deep, resonating sound. "Now, our next step is to find these two individuals!"
At noon, the Swan Ship airship returned to a docking tower in the Jiyang District and remained docked.
Chen Chuan, holding the Snow Lady Sword, disembarked from the airship and checked the messages sent to him via the World Credential.
Most of the messages were from personnel of the Processing Bureau.
The technical staff had been monitoring Unifying Heavy Control for the past few days, sending all their movements to him.
Among them were several important messages, such as the report submitted by Unifying Heavy Control to the Defense Department for re-entry into the Convergence Zone for joint defense.
This was something every company had to participate in. Despite the conflicts between nations and companies, there was a unified front against the other world, and this was the obligation of companies established in the Central City, granting them the right to conduct business activities there.
However, due to Unifying Heavy Control's involvement in transporting fission bodies, the Defense Department had closed off this aspect, depriving them of their obligations and rights.
But through the operations of the City Council, the Defense Department had already relented in this regard. The Government Office might be able to delay it, but it was already impossible to stop this process.
After all, joining the fight against the outer world was a universally recognized principle, and it was difficult to obstruct.
In the following messages, he saw that Unifying Heavy Control was trying to contact the Elephant Gang, with whom they had previously collaborated, seemingly intending to bring them back under their control.
"The Elephant Gang..."
He pondered for a moment, tapped the World Credential, and contacted Tu Nai, who was now the leader of the gang. After connecting, he said, "Mr. Tu, it's Chen Chuan."
Tu Nai's voice came through, "Supervisor Chen, what can I do for you?"
Chen Chuan said, "I've received information that Unifying Heavy Control is trying to contact you. I don't want to see any cooperation between you and them."
In the 1619 book, there is no mistake in the version!
"Good!" Tu Nai agreed without hesitation, "I won't cooperate with them."
Chen Chuan said, "Mr. Tu, thank you for your cooperation."
Tu Nai immediately replied, "It's my duty. Even if it weren't for Supervisor Chen's help to me and Xiao Xin, the fact that Supervisor Chen proactively informed us shows respect for our gang."
After ending the call, Chen Chuan reviewed the next message, which was analyzed based on his contacts and the people he had interacted with.
The bureau's analysts believed that Unifying Heavy Control intended to compete for a portion of the business left by Skywheel Company.
He pondered for a moment. To undermine Unifying Heavy Control, they must not be allowed to smoothly acquire those overseas businesses.
Just as he was considering this, a contact signal came through the World Credential. He saw it was from Chang Dong and immediately connected the call, "Mr. Chang?"
Chang Dong said, "Supervisor Chen, the new team member assigned to us has arrived, but there are some circumstances that require your attention and handling."
Chen Chuan responded promptly, "Okay, I'll be right there."
He left the docking tower, got into an armed limousine that had come to pick him up, and returned to his residence in the Wuding District. Then, he drove the Gadder Car, which Pan Xiaode had arranged to be brought back, towards the Hongsheng District.
This time, he drove faster, and it took only half an hour to reach the open space in front of the residence. From a distance, he could see that in just a few days, Chang Dong had set up a simple plywood shelter.
At that moment, Chang Dong stood in the open space with a woman who appeared to be around twenty-seven or twenty-eight years old.
Chen Chuan stepped out of the car and approached them. Chang Dong and the woman greeted him, and he introduced them, "Allow me to introduce you. This is Gao Yanjun, the new team member assigned to us."
Gao Yanjun extended her hand, "Supervisor Chen, nice to meet you."
Chen Chuan shook her hand while observing her. The new team member wore decorative glasses and was dressed like most companies' administrative staff, with long, wavy hair, a black uniform, and high heels. She was quite beautiful, but her expression and tone were very serious.
She was a formidable warrior, despite being only at the second limit. Her basic skills were evidently solid.
Chang Dong added, "Gao Yanjun is exceptionally skilled in archive management, intelligence analysis, and administrative affairs. She's also a combat nutritionist and nurse, so with her assistance, I won't have to worry about many things."
Chen Chuan nodded and asked, "Mr. Chang, what's the situation you mentioned?"
Chang Dong glanced at Gao Yanjun and said, "Gao Yanjun, why don't you explain?"
Gao Yanjun spoke in a calm and steady tone, "Supervisor Chen, when I was on my way here, I noticed someone was tailing me.
Based on my assessment, he's a third-limit warrior, and the technique he's using is similar to our Pure Sect's secret skill..."
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(End of Chapter)
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