Chapter 253: Reactions from All Sides

"Don't worry, they followed normal transfer orders to come back and upgrade the Transformers, so there won't be any problems."

Hearing Qin Zheng’s explanation, Zhuo Lin and the others felt relieved.

Lin Fei looked at the sealed institute and said with some difficulty:

"But now the institute has been sealed, and we have nowhere to go, let alone upgrade the Transformers."

Yu Xian smiled: "What is Sister Lin Fei afraid of? We’ll just go live in the camp with them. I don't believe they would dare to come there. Besides, our transfer order is to come back to upgrade the Transformers. As long as the institute isn't unsealed, we’ll stay here."

Lin Fei immediately understood. For now, it was best to prioritize everyone’s safety. The experimental data in the institute had already been tampered with by them, so even if it were leaked, others wouldn't be able to research it.

As long as they waited for Ye Su to return, it would be time for a reckoning. For now, they could just take a break. So she said to everyone:

"Everyone has worked hard during this period. Now that the institute is sealed, don't overthink it. It’s a good time to rest; once it’s unsealed, we’ll be busy again. For now, let’s go to the camp with Commander Qin and the others."

All parties immediately learned that the institute had been sealed and that Lin Fei and the others had been taken away by the army.

However, the reactions were mixed, especially among the group of officials on the other side, who were furious. They hadn't expected a spoiler to appear at the very end.

"It was within our expectations that we wouldn't be able to take those researchers. After all, that old man, the Chairman, would definitely take action to protect them. But now that we’ve taken the institute, our goal has been achieved."

"Old Xie is right. The meat that’s in your mouth is your own. We can take our time with those researchers. Once this storm passes, we can issue transfer orders to them!"

The officials all nodded in agreement. Since they had already achieved the expected benefits, it was better to quit while they were ahead. If they provoked the Chairman too much and he flipped the table while everyone was dividing the cake, it wouldn't be good. It was better to cut the meat with a dull knife and take it slow.

Assistant Wan received the news and trotted to the Chairman’s office. Seeing the Chairman resting with his eyes closed, he was about to retreat when he heard the Chairman ask:

"How is the situation at the institute?"

"Minister Liu arranged for people to seal the institute, and Major General Qin Zheng arrived in time to take Lin Fei and the others back to the military camp."

The Chairman nodded, opened his eyes, and looked at Assistant Wan:

"Have you found out who all participated in the investigation?"

"There is Liu..."

The Chairman waved his hand to interrupt Assistant Wan.

"No need to say more. Make a list later and arrange for people to investigate thoroughly. I don't believe their backsides are that clean."

After Assistant Wan retreated, the Chairman looked at the world map on the wall and said despondently: "Ye Su, Ye Su, where exactly are you now?"

At this moment, thousands of miles away at sea, the sun was still bright, and strands of cool sea breeze were weaving through the freighter.

Lao Qin pushed open the door and came to Ye Su’s bedside, saying: "Su, the weather is nice today, let’s go fishing!"

Lao Qin’s voice clearly reached Ye Su’s ears through the curtain. Ye Su hurriedly pushed Celine in his arms and replied:

"Alright, you go find the captain and the others first; I’ll be there shortly!"

Hearing Ye Su’s reply, Lao Qin turned and left. Hearing the rustling sounds behind him, a meaningful smile appeared on his face.

When Ye Su arrived at the stern, he saw Lao Qin and the captain leaning on the railing chatting. Seeing Ye Su come over, the captain smiled:

"Su, you look much more energetic after not seeing you for a few days. Did you sleep well last night?"

Looking at their teasing eyes, Ye Su wasn't annoyed and generously pulled Celine, who was beside him, over and said:

"Of course I slept well, it’s just that the soundproofing is a bit poor. On the other hand, Lao Qin, you were alone with your lamp all night—I wonder how you rested!"

Lao Qin’s old face flushed red: "I certainly can't compare to you young people’s vigor; I’m old and get tired easily!"

"Oh, isn't it said that old people sleep less?"

The captain also pointed at Lao Qin and laughed: "You old shameless one, you have the nerve to talk about others? Look, the fire has burned you, hasn't it!"

Only then did Celine understand what they were implying, and a rosy blush immediately stained her fair face.

They had been at sea for many days, and Celine, having tasted forbidden fruit for the first time, couldn't resist. So, last night, she had clung to Ye Su. At first, the sounds were small and she could control them, especially since this secretive feeling was truly fascinating.

But in this small, enclosed room, human hearing was infinitely amplified. Any slight movement could be heard, not to mention Celine’s intermittent, uncontrollable muffled groans later on.

Today, Lao Qin and the captain were chatting and happened to bring up Ye Su. After all, they were all quite familiar with each other, and men sometimes liked to make dirty jokes.

As a result, who knew that as soon as Ye Su arrived, he was sold out by the captain.

Lao Qin had to play dumb: "The weather is really nice today. I wonder if Ye Su can catch a big fish today."

The captain laughed and scolded: "Stop changing the subject. You’re not professional at all. When have you ever seen Ye Su come back empty-handed? This time will definitely be a bountiful harvest."