Enforcer Manual
Chapter 467: The Wound That Can’t Heal_1

Chapter 467: Chapter 467: The Wound That Can’t Heal_1

As the exhibition went deeper, Song Lan finally realized that it was actually a major networking event. After Qi He finished introducing the Ragus Foundation’s Void research plans for the coming years, he made his way through the crowd and went straight to Lu Xiang.

In this venue, Lu Xiang had become the second most sought-after figure after Qi He.

"Director Lu, may I have a word with you?"

Lu Xiang nodded and accepted Qi He’s invitation.

Under Qi He’s lead, a few people arrived at the staff resting area behind the pavilion. Qi He couldn’t stop smiling, which contrasted sharply with Isabella who stormed off the pavilion in a fury. In this clash between the Innovator and Conservative Factions, they had won decisively.

"Director Lu, I haven’t had the chance to thank you in person for the matter with the town."

Qi He handed out an electronic business card to each person, including Hanna, which, in addition to name, status, and contact information, also had a summary of the Ragus Foundation. "We’ll be relying on your help for our work in the Seventeenth District."

His respectful attitude left Hanna in a daze for quite some time.

Given Qi He’s status, it was surprising how he treated a Law Enforcer department head from the Seventeenth District. In terms of official positions, the difference between them was immeasurable.

She had long heard that the Seventeenth District was special, but she never imagined it was special to this extent.

The Anomaly Investigation Bureau had always wanted to intervene in the investigations of the Seventeenth District, but they simply couldn’t get a word in amidst the struggle between the Innovator and Conservative Factions.

However,

perhaps this is just corporate humanity.

As long as there is a trend of interest, one can become anyone’s friend and bow to anyone.

The Conservative Faction definitely couldn’t do this; they looked down on common people without noble lineage from the bottom of their hearts. If they were holding this exhibition, they would probably have thought that meeting Director Lu was a grand favor in itself.

"In fact, taking this opportunity, I would like to discuss with you the in-depth investigation and construction issues of the town."

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Qi He revealed his true intention.

Choosing the Seventh District as the venue for the exhibition was, of course, aimed at Lu Xiang.

Although Lu Xiang had never publicly acknowledged it, the ordeal of the Starfish Technology investigation team made it clear that she had intricate connections with the Void Investigation Bureau; the two Void investigators were no strangers to her, and it was evident from their demeanor that they had known each other for a long time.

He suspected this might be due to the "enthusiastic citizen," and coupled with the recent rumors from the Seventh District, he speculated that the "enthusiastic citizen" hadn’t died, but had been recalled to the Void Investigation Bureau, temporarily disappearing from public view.

Therefore, this was an opportunity of a lifetime for the Foundation and the Innovator Faction, especially when most enterprises were considering withdrawing from the Seventeenth District. They could take this chance to increase their investments, and replace them, concentrating most of the city’s industries under the Foundation’s umbrella.

From the perspective of a risk investor, this was undoubtedly an opportunity of a lifetime.

Of course, the risks were also undeniably huge.

If those Void creatures showed intense hostility, then the Foundation’s investment would be at a complete loss.

After several rounds of negotiations, Qi He finally persuaded the board, believing it was worth the risk, "I’ve heard that the financial issues of the Seventeenth District have been in a state of shortage, and the border trade route has also been affected after a series of recent events. I think, if you’re willing, you could introduce me to Mayor Aureliano to discuss matters of investment attraction and construction."

As a nominal member of the Conservative Faction, Hanna was greatly shocked.

On one hand, she was astonished by the audacity of the Innovator Faction, and on the other hand, she thought about the consequences should they succeed.

If the plans Qi He mentioned at the exhibition were credible, their risk investment would monopolize future research rights to Void creatures. The power derived from Void creatures, even from the Void itself, would give birth to a new industry. When that day came, the balance between the Conservative and Innovator Factions would be completely shattered.

What Hanna found even more intriguing was that Qi He, as a representative of the Ragus Foundation, must have been aware of her identity.

And yet, he openly discussed the Foundation’s investment and construction plans for the Seventeenth District in front of her. They were well-prepared and showed enough sincerity.

Apart from focusing on the Void region itself, they would also vastly develop industries that improved the livelihood of the people in the Seventeenth District, such as medicine, dining, and transportation. Judging by Lu Xiang’s expression, it seemed she had already been persuaded by Qi He.

If this had happened in the past, Hanna would have fought to the death to bring the message back, allowing the higher-ups to discuss countermeasures as soon as possible.

As for now...

Just enjoy, just enjoy.

Instead of worrying about such matters, she might as well fantasize about where to travel after her surgery recovery.

Hanna had once again grasped the profound essence of the carefree spirit.

Once she changed her mindset and clarified the purpose of her life, the things that were supposed to make her anxious became the joy of her existence.

However, it seemed not all members of the Conservative Faction chose to ignore this, as Isabella, who had left the exhibition hall a while ago, took action.

While Hanna was eavesdropping on Ragus Foundation’s investment and construction plan for the Seventeenth District with a playful mindset, a shocking piece of information came through the operating system in her head.

"Isabella is injured, and it seems to be serious. She has already been rushed to the school hospital."

This news was so incredible that even Qi He stopped his presentation and asked, "Where did it happen?"

Hanna observed his initial reaction and quickly confirmed that the attack on Isabella seemed to have nothing to do with the Innovator Faction.

Logically, as the victors of today’s clash, the Innovator Faction could fully enjoy the joy of their victory, and it made no sense for them to attack the future heiress of the Iris Consortium at this time.

"It happened on campus, suspected to be the work of a Psychic. The culprit hasn’t been found."

"We need to go back to the school."

Instinct told Lu Xiang that this sudden attack was not simple, and at the end, she added, "Welcome to the Seventeenth District."

The first thing that came to her mind was the Shadows that had escaped from the black Pyramid. In the past few days, they had all been in a state of Anjing.

The three hurried back to campus and soon arrived at the hospital room where Isabella was being treated.

This was an urgent notification from Hanna’s mother, who hoped that Hanna could get there as soon as possible to understand the situation.

The school doctor described the condition in which Isabella was brought in.

It was said that while she was walking on campus, two deep gashes suddenly appeared on her back, her blood instantly soaking her school uniform and scaring all her attendants stiff.

It wasn’t until Isabella was sweating from the pain, her face pale as she knelt trembling on the ground, that they brought her to the school infirmary.

Forget the assailant; there was no one who had even come close to Isabella.

"We’ve done some basic treatment on the wounds, but..."

The school doctor hesitated.

"But what?"

"But the hemostatic spray is having no effect; the wounds aren’t healing and there’s no sign of scabbing. We’ve never seen wounds like these before."

If it was judged solely by the size of the wounds, the two scars, although frightening in appearance, were not considered serious.

The real problem was the blood loss caused by the wounds.

"We’ve tried giving her a blood transfusion, but it was hardly effective. If this continues..."

The school doctor frowned deeply, "she might die from excessive blood loss."

If the future heiress of the Iris Consortium were to die in this infirmary, he would probably be in trouble too.

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