Dr. Meichuan made sense, and I had no way to refute him.

I looked around and saw that only Dr. Meichuan dared to speak up, but those few words were precisely what cornered me.

As the two men in white coats beside us tore the tape from Jie Yuting’s and Liang Qian’s mouths, my mind raced, formulating a countermeasure. “Damn it!

Let us go at once! Do you know who I am?

I am from the Jie family in Hangzhou!” At that moment, Jie Yuting’s curses reached my ears. He spat profusely, nearly splashing my face, appearing extremely agitated.

His loud speaking only made my agitation grow, and in a moment of impulse, I blurted out, “The thing?” I used English, so Jie Yuting took a moment to react before answering with confusion, “What thing?” Simultaneously, the surrounding researchers and Dr. Meichuan all turned their gaze upon me.

Truthfully, I hadn't decided what ‘thing’ I wanted, so I just said casually, “Stop playing dumb. The thing your Jie family has been searching for—didn't you travel thousands of miles to Chukotka to find it?” Jie Yuting froze, unexpectedly falling silent.

I was somewhat surprised, because judging by his expression, Jie Yuting seemed guilty. Could it be that he really was here in Chukotka searching for something?

Jie Yuting remained silent for a full minute, his expression shifting through countless variations, as if engaged in an intense internal struggle. Then, as if relinquishing some internal conviction, he sighed and said, “It’s my bad luck that it fell into your hands.

I’ll take you to get the thing, but you must promise not to harm this woman. She is a very important friend to me.

If you hurt her, don’t even think about getting the other items.” At this, one of the researchers in a white coat sneered, “Don’t be naive. We have the world’s most advanced interrogation methods; even China’s Liu Hulan would crack.

And you dare to set conditions for us? Believe it or not, we can inject you with a drug right now and make your existence pure agony.” It was fortunate that I knew all methods of coercion, regardless of the country, carried extremely high risks; even the most sophisticated equipment and drugs could potentially lead to the subject suffering a mental breakdown.

If that weren't the case, I would likely be speechless right now. I stopped the foreigner in the white coat and said, “Don’t act rashly.

This man is important, and those items are extremely valuable. If anything goes wrong during the interrogation, it won't be a joke.” This man in the white coat was clearly not one of my subordinates, as he looked toward Dr.

Meichuan with a questioning gaze after hearing my words. Dr.

Meichuan pursed her lips, thought for a moment, and then said, “Don’t act rashly.” Only then did the researcher retreat to the side upon hearing this. Next, a few people unbound Jie Yuting, leaving only his hands cuffed.

Dr. Meichuan then turned to me and said, “Lord Sasuke, I will accompany you.” Her words held no hint of inquiry; they sounded more like an order, leaving me unsure how to respond.

Seeing that she held considerable status in this laboratory, I did not refuse, merely nodding slightly. Glancing at Liang Qian, who was watching me coldly, my heart became conflicted again.

Because I knew that if I didn't let her come along now, she, having lost her usefulness, would soon fall victim to the viciousness of these people. After some thought, I didn't deliberate too much and simply said, “Bring this woman along.” The people around exchanged glances, clearly finding my request somewhat baffling.

Fortunately, Dr. Meichuan smiled and said, “You are afraid we won’t keep our word and will kill this woman, aren't you?

Don't worry; we have cooperated for so many years. Do you still not trust my people?” I snorted and replied, “You did say they are your people.

If they were my people, I would naturally trust them.” Dr. Meichuan’s face tightened slightly, suggesting a hint of displeasure, but she quickly recovered her smile and said, “Very well.

It’s fine to bring this woman along. If this man named Jie tries any tricks, we’ll kill this woman first.” I thought to myself that this woman was quite attractive, yet her heart was so venomous; discussing killing someone sounded as simple as crushing an ant.

Without further delay, we began walking toward the exit. Meichuan and I walked in front, while Jie Yuting and Liang Qian were escorted by two Japanese men in naval uniforms.

Behind us followed four men in black vests, heavily armed and appearing highly vigilant. As I walked forward, I concentrated on how to escape later, so I remained silent the entire time.

Thankfully, we encountered no obstacles on the way, and we successfully exited the warship and returned to the cruise liner. At this moment, the soldiers behind pushed Jie Yuting forward, then aimed their guns at him and said in English, “Lead the way, bastard.” Jie Yuting stumbled, nearly falling, and the insult caused him to turn back and glare fiercely at me.

Seeing the look in his eyes—as if he wanted to eat my flesh and tear out my tendons—I felt a surge of smug satisfaction, believing my acting skills were quite good. To demonstrate my performance, I kicked him hard in the backside and said, “Hurry up and lead the way, or I’ll shoot you.” Truthfully, that kick contained a measure of personal resentment.

Jie Yuting had betrayed us and kidnapped us, so this felt like letting off some steam. Jie Yuting was smart enough to know that resisting now would bring no benefit, so he stopped talking and walked forward silently.

We followed him into a first-floor cabin, the area where all the presidential suites were located. Just as Jie Yuting stepped inside, Dr.

Meichuan suddenly shouted, “Wait!” I hate it most when people yell so abruptly, as it always makes me fear my cover will be blown. So, her shout startled me, and a cold sweat broke out on my forehead.

But thankfully, Meichuan wasn't addressing me. She stepped forward and said, “Don’t think I don’t know—there are many traps along this corridor.” Jie Yuting turned back and asked, “What should we do then?

Do you still want the thing or not?” Meichuan paused, then suggested, “How about this: you and Lord Sasuke go get the thing, and we wait outside. If you dare to trigger any mechanism, prepare to collect this woman’s corpse!” Hearing Meichuan say this, I realized this woman’s cunning was truly extraordinary, and I couldn't help but worry.

Because what I feared most was Jie Yuting and Liang Qian being separated. If we went inside to retrieve the item, there was no guarantee she wouldn’t do something to Liang Qian on the outside first.

So, I immediately voiced my objection, saying, “Then I won't go in either. We have the woman in hand anyway; there’s no need to worry about him running off.” In truth, what I was thinking was to let Jie Yuting flee first, and then find a way to save Liang Qian.

But this woman Meichuan thought it over and actually said, “Mr. Sasuke, forgive my presumption, but I suspect you don't actually want to obtain that item.

Otherwise, why would you say something like that?” Having my flaw exposed, my heart skipped a beat. I took three seconds to reply, “Then why don't you go in with him?

You’re staying with me—are you also interested in seeing the thing?” I knew that at this moment, the only way to cover my guilt and shift her attention was to accuse her in return and provoke her. As expected, upon hearing my words, Meichuan’s expression shifted several times within a second.

After a while, she let out a cold laugh and said, “Alright. Although I don't know what recently displeased you, you are finally beginning to doubt me.” She paused, then added, “Very well.

To show my loyalty to you, I am willing to take my people and go with him!” I secretly thought, “YES!” in my heart. Because I knew that while this Meichuan was ruthless, she was no match for Jie Yuting.

If Jie Yuting triggered a mechanism, he could very likely eliminate her subordinates along with himself. Now, with me and Liang Qian together, being watched by the subordinates of that old white-haired man, I could easily look for an opportunity to slip away.

I knew that Meichuan must have an unusual relationship with Sasuke, and given how cold I had been toward her from the start, she must have been looking for the reason all along. What she said now was mostly born of anger.

She must have thought that I would naturally feel protective and not let her walk into a trap. But in the end, I didn't say a word.

As a result, Meichuan was trapped in a difficult position. She glared fiercely at me and roared at the two Japanese soldiers beside her, “Go!

What are you waiting for!”