Chapter 269
“Material?” Upon hearing the word, Clifford’s expression darkened. He said sharply, “You dare refer to a soldier who has completed over a hundred dangerous missions to protect the country as ‘material? Who gave you the audacity?”
Upon hearing Clifford’s stern reprimand, Jake smiled lightly, unbothered. He calmly responded, “Tve heard Mr. Snee is quite eloquent–able to num tables around and make the dead seem alive. Now, I see it’s true.
Subject No. 7 did complete coumless missions, but she also destroyed national property countless times. And in the end, she poisoned herself because she killed her entire family and her superior, then defected and forcibly removed the controller, which is why she ended up in this
Chiffoni steered. “I don’t have time to argue with you about right and wrong. If you want to use subject No. 7’s body for experiments, dream about i. I don’t know who protected you, but as long as I’m still with the Special Operations Division, you can forget about getting your hands on those
war machines.”
like seemed to have anticipated Clifford’s response. He narrowed his eyes, smiled confidently, and asked, “Oh? You’re not going to let me touch the war machines? What if I told you I could bring subject No. 7 back to life? Would you still stop me!”
No matter how composed Clifford tried to remain, his expression began to shift dramatically. He squeezed his hand into a fist, attempting to steady fumself, and then looked directly at Jake. “You can bring Jackie back to life? Why should I believe you?”
jake shrugged and similed: “Mr. Snee, have you forgotten? I’m the one who created these war machines. I know more about their bodies than anyone che Bringing No. 7 back to life requires a key substance, and I’m the only one with it. If you hand over her to me. I’ll return her to you alive and well. What do you say!!
Upon hearing this, Clifford’s expression shifted once more. However, this time, there was a glimmer of something unusual in his eyes. Yet, he was skilled at hiding his emotions, so that brief flicker went unnoticed by Jake.
He still spoke with suspicion, though his voice slightly rose as he asked, “So, as long as you have the key substance, you can bring Jackie back to life?”
“That’s right,” Jake confirmed, then asked, “So, can you hand over subject No. 7 now? With your current technology, you can only maintain her physical vitality but can’t bring her back to life. If you truly want her to live again, I’m the only one who can do it!”
Upon receiving the confirmation, a barely noticeable smirk appeared at the corner of Clifford’s mouth. Then, he began to play hard to get with Jake “Ahhough Professor Shelton’s words are quite tempting, given your questionable character, I think I’ll need to verify what you just said.”
Jake a could tell that Clifford’s words were nothing but a way to stall. His expression turned serious as he spoke firmly. “Mr. See, foreign countries have already begun mass–producing war machines. We’re falling behind in terms of production.
“The only viable option is to continue modifying the existing war machines. If you don’t cooperate, and the enemy’s war machines launch an attack, do you realize the magnitude of the damage this could cause? Can you, as a deputy director, take responsibility for that?
Clifford remained unmoved by Jake’s words. “You don’t need to lecture me on these grand ideals. Protecting the country isn’t about sacrificing them to achieve that goal.
Otherwise, your experiments wouldnt have been terminated. As for dealing with foreign war machines. I have my strategies. I will higher–ups. Now, you may leave!
report to the
Surprised by Clifford’s unwavering stance, Jake was about to erupt in anger. However, he held it back and smiled coldly, saying “I truly admire y confidener. Mr. Snee. I hope you won’t regret this decision”
“Rest assured, Professor Shelton, I never regret my decisions, Clifford said with a sneer, remaining calm and composed.
“Well, well” Jake scoffed after hitting a dead end, then turned and left,
your
After Jake left, Tyrone walked over, looking puzzled. He said, “Mr. Sure, why not give it a try? Jackie’s comatose and whether she can be revived is still unknown. For the war machines, it’s like a ticking time bomb. If Jake can bring her back to life, wouldn’t that be a win–win situation”
Clifford responded calmly. “Are you suggesting we place our hopes in a mad scientist with no moral boundaries? None of us can guarantee what he’ll do with jackir. I don’t want any part in dealing with that person.”
Tyrone looked troubled. “Whale that’s true… I fear the higher ups may n
-ups may not see it the way we do?
Clifford remained calon. “It’s fine, I have it under control. If anything happens, I’ll handle it. You don’t need to worry much–follow my instructions: At Clifford’s words, Tyrone felt reassured. He knew Clifford always had a clear vision and strategies for any situation. As long as Clifford was in charge, there was nie trasuri to worry. He sighed and smiled at Clifford. “I understand, Mr. Sure“
“Okay,” Clifford replied indifferently, then instructed Tyror. “Contact Eric and the others. Have them report the latest developments at the border.
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“I’ll go right away.” “Tyrone nodded and left
After Tyrone fell, Cliftond picked up his phone and scrolled to find a contact. The usine displayed in the contact’s notes was Simon Lewis.
When Chaffond visited Lric, he exchanged contact information with Simon. He had been looking for an opportunity to reach out to Simont, av he believed Simon might hold the key to reviving Jackie. After heating Jake’s words, Clifford was more certain of this possibility.
He thought, It seems like Jackie really can be saved!
