Chapter 88
Therefore, Jacqueline was bring cooperative with Clifford
Smiling at Nina, she said, “Nina, do you even need to worry about that? The higher–ups, know better than anyone our value. Sure, I killed a few people, but there’s no way they’ll seriously punish me. It’s just that they need to give the public an explanation. With Mr. Sore smoothing things over, they’ll go easy on me, right, Mr. Snee?” She tumed the question to Clifford
Chiford’s lips twitched slightly as he looked at Jacqueline, who seemed fully aware of her fate. “No, there won’t be a heavy punishment. But thi involves civilians, there will be a lengthy investigation. During that time, you’ll be held in custody and won’t be allowed any contact with others?
“What No contact with others? Nina frowned unhappily. She had been planning to visit farejueline if she got detained. Even prisoners can have visitors! Jacqueline’s just under investigation. Why can’t we contact her?”
Clifford replied. “Nina, those are the rules”
What kind of stupid rule is that?” Nuss posted
Jacqueline stepped in to ease the tension. “Nins, getting leniency is already a big deal. Don’t make things harder for Mr. Sree, okay? He good! “But how long will this investigation take! What
at if I miss you!“ Nina asked, clearly reluctant to part with her friend
The bond between the war machines was strong. Even during missions, they often found ways to chat on the clock.
Looking at Nina’s sulky expression, Jacqueline couldn’t help but laugh. She patted her on the head and started to speak. But when the words were about to come out of her mouth, she swallowed them back.
She had been about to reassure Nina that this separation wouldn’t last forever and that they would see each other again. But deep down, she knew the truth. It was likely the last time they would ever meet.
Therefore, instead of offering false comfort, Jacqueline simply said. “The understanding. My situation is serious this time. Avoiding harber punishment is already a blessing Mr. Snee knows what he’s doing. Don’t worry”
Nina wasn’t unreasonable. Hearing this, she nodded and said, “Alright, I’ll just have to hold off on contacting you until you’re back?”
Jacqueline sighed in relief and smiled. “Okay. He good, and don’t forget what I asked you to do
Nina nodded firmly, understanding she was referring to No.3. “Got it Jacqueline. Don’t worry. I won’t forget”
Jacqueline said, “Thank you, Nina.“
“No problem, Jackie!” Nina said with a smile.
Seeing that their conversation was wrapping up, Clifford said. “Done chanting Nina, go back to the crew, Leave with them tomorrow. Ell take Jacqueline to the division now.”
Nina immediately protested, “Since we’re not going to livestream anymore, why should I go back! 111 go back to the division with you guys!”
Nina’s words stunned both Clifford and Jacqueline. They couldn’t believe she wanted to tag along
Jacqueline’s body was already ravaged by the neurotoxin, and she had been putting on a brave front around Nina. But her condition was worsening, and if Nina stayed close for much longer, Jacqueline wasn’t sure she could keep hiding it.
Clifford wasn’t about to let Nana come along either. She had a knack for pushing boundaries, always testing his limits and stepping over lines bit by
bit
d visi ber. Clifford,
If she tagged along, she would undoubtedly start asking questions about where Jacqueline was being held or whether she could vi who often indulged Nina, worried he would cave under her persistence.
oid that, it was better to make her dismiss that idea completely!
To avoid
“No! Both Clifford and Jacqueline refused in unison
Nina was upset by their unwavering stance and puffed up her cheeks like a pufferfish. “What’s the big deal? Can’t I just walk you to the door? Is eveil
“Nina, stop pushing it. It’s really not possible this time, Clifford said, cutting off her hope.
Nina’s lips posted unhappily after her lite ruse had been seen through. She looked at the man, not really to give up. “Really? I can’t even walk you to shore! That’s not okay?”
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Clifford said
said firmly. “No. Head back to the crew. Don’t let them notice you’ve been gone too long.”
Nina wanted to beg again. “Chafford ”
“Just Listen,” Clifford cut her short and said sternly.
“Tch!” Nina’s attempt at playing cute didn’t work, so Nina gave uji.
She looked over at Jacqueline, grabbed her hand, and complained, “Jackie, Clifford is so annoying This really is goodbye, huh?
Jacqueline didn’t respond and felt her blood rushing within her. She wo
ver but sweating, and her lips were visibly loving their color
Nira immediately noticed it and said in surprise. “Jackie, you don’t look so good. Are you feeling sick?”
Jacqueline Shane clenched her fists tightly, desperately trying to suppress the urge to spit blood. She was gripping so hard that blood began to seep from her palms, but even then, she could hardly hold it back. Blood urged up rapidly in waves,
Clifford saw that things were getting serious, and immediately told Jacqueline, “No. 7, go inside ”
Jacqueline immediately went into the cabin
Jackie!” Niña tried to follow but was stopped by Clifford
“Nina, wait.” Clifford said.
“Clifford! Jackor doesn’t look well. Let me go check on her shouted Nina
Chifford said, “You won’t be able to help her even if you see her. Hurry up and go back. I’ll handle things with No.7 here”
Nina glared at the man in frustration and said, “Even if I can’t help, I still want to see Jacket Clifford, why are you being like this? First, you wouldn’t let me come with you, and now you won’t let me see Jackie
Clifford was usually composed in any situation, but he found himself at a loss when dealing with Nina.
He glanced casually at the cabin, realizing that Jacqueline was likely suffering from poisoning
uy her some time to catch her
If Nina went in now, she might notice something. So He had to think of another way to cover for Jacqueline and buy. breath
Clifford’s gaze flickered as he looked beyond Nina toward the deserted island. An idea came to him.
Then, he turned to Nina and asked seriously, “Nina, when you came here, no one followed you, right?”
“Ah!” The sudden shift in topic left Nina confused, and she frowned. “How could anyone follow us? Jackie and I came here as fast as we could?
Clifford said. “But you didn’t cover your tracks, did you? There are your footprints on the sand. What if someone followed you?”
“Nah, can’t be. Who’s got nothing better to do? Nina denied that possibility.
Clifford said, “Bun what if they did? This operation was meant to be secret. We can’t afford to be discovered. Go check and see if anyone’s followed. If there’s no one, I’ll let you talk to Jackie fora bit, okay?”
“Clifford, why are you making such a big deal out of this? Nina complained, clearly irritated
She could have gone straight in to check on Jackie, but Clifford masted on making her check if anyone had followed them.
Clifford saw that he had finally convinced Nina. He smiled faintly and said, “As a leader, that’s what I do. Which subordinate isa’t called to handle something like this! I’m being generous with you”.
“Impl…” Nina scoffed annoyedly.
Clifford enaxed her. “Be good. Go check, and if there’s no one, I’ll let you talk to Jackie. We’ll wait here. We won’t run, but if someone spots our boat, that would be had, understand?
“Got it” Nina wasn’t the type to ignore the big picture. She grumbled but turned and, with a light jump, landed on a rock about three to four meters high
She planned to stand at the highest point to look out. If no one was f
no one was following them, she would just do the minimum and then go
She didn’t think anyone had followed them. It was just a formality, and Clifford probably wouldn’t mind.
n go back to
to see Jacke.
However, as she stood at the highest point, looking in the direction they had come from, Nina spotted that Greg was actually heading their way!
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“Damn! How did he manage to catch up? Nina murmured and leapt from the rock, heading straight for him.
