Chapter 379: All Men Are Created Equal
General He's expression was grim. "Besides those inhumane experiments, they're also researching biochemical weapons—a terrifying virus."
"If they actually succeed and release it, the fate of humanity will be in their hands!"
"All people are born equal. No one's life should be in another's hands, especially not someone who wants to rule the world!"
Xiao Ye had never thought about saving the world. His initial goal was simply to investigate what happened to Lin Chuxing.
But the deeper he dug, the more terrifying it became.
"I understand." Xiao Ye made no promises.
The Angel Association had been around for many years. An old organization like that is hard to eradicate completely.
Even if he could destroy their headquarters, there would still be some who slipped through the cracks. He didn't have the energy to hunt them down one by one.
General He patted his shoulder. "Get some rest. I know you don't feel the pressure, but there are still some things I have to say."
"We'll figure something out about the antidote. Don't put too much pressure on yourself."
"We'll all be right behind you. If you need any help, just ask."
With that, General He left.
Xiao Ye looked at the screen in front of him. Ouyang Mao was sitting in a chair, holding another phone.
Just then, his phone rang.
It was Zhu Chen. "Our surveillance picked something up. Ouyang Mao contacted someone."
"The contact is an international assassin. He wants to hire him for protection and also to investigate us."
Ouyang Mao wanted to know who was helping him from the shadows so he could start planning for his own future.
He had no desire to be a puppet forever.
But he forgot that even though he was now the Patriarch of the Ouyang Family, he hadn't achieved it on his own. He owed it all to the think tank behind him.
At his core, he was still an idiot!
Xiao Ye was in a foul mood and sneered, "Give him a death threat. That'll make him behave."
"You're right. I was thinking the same thing."
「The next day.」
After signing all the documents, Ouyang Mao got in the car with Xin Cheng, planning to visit the main company headquarters.
As the new Patriarch, he had to make more public appearances to solidify his position.
The moment he got in the car, Xin Cheng raised a gun. "Ouyang Mao, there are some things I need to make clear to you."
"Wh-what are you doing?" Ouyang Mao was terrified, his face instantly turning pale. "Xin Cheng, we can talk this out!"
Xin Cheng offered his usual smile. "Patriarch Ouyang, first of all, you only became the Patriarch because of our help."
"Otherwise, you'd still be nothing but a useless freeloader waiting to die!"
"Second, what we need is a puppet. If you can't fulfill your duties as a puppet, then you can step down. We'll just prop up someone else."
"Don't even think about using your petty tricks to turn the tables, because you're not worthy!"
Xin Cheng pressed the cold muzzle of the gun against Ouyang Mao's head. "Even your name was given to you by us. Understand?"
Feeling the threat of death so close for the first time, Ouyang Mao nodded frantically. If there had been more space in the car, he probably would have dropped to his knees right then and there!
"I get it! I won't do it again, I… I swear I'm not being disloyal! I just wanted to know who was helping me."
"You don't need to know. The day you find out will be the day you die!"
Xin Cheng retracted the gun as if nothing had happened and continued with the day's instructions. "What you need to do is establish your reputation at the main headquarters."
"To further expand your influence, we have several plans to carry out one by one…"
「Three days passed in a flash.」
With the help of the think tank, Ouyang Mao truly became the Patriarch of the Ouyang Family.
Although many were unwilling to accept it, the dust had already settled. Unless they could pull him down in one fell swoop, anything they did would be pointless.
Xiao Ye also used Ouyang Mao to learn more about the Angel Association.
Nearly fifty years ago, the Angel Association had already established contact with the Ouyang Family.
Linton was the one in charge of contact. In addition, there was an overseas shipping company responsible for delivering goods to the Ouyang Family.
Some members of the Ouyang Family had even been injected with drugs, turning them into faithful followers of the Angel Association.
Xiao Ye decided to follow the lead and find more high-ranking members of the Angel Association in the Dragon Country.
But before he could make a move, Linton came looking for him first.
「Outside the Xiao Family home.」
Linton wore a wide smile, as if seeing an old friend.
Xiao Ye took a slight step back, dodging his intended hug. "If you have something to say, you can call. You don't have to come see me in person."
His attitude was poor, but Linton wasn't annoyed. "Some things aren't convenient to discuss over the phone. Besides, we're partners now, aren't we?"
"It's perfectly normal to meet and chat."
Only then did Xiao Ye step aside. "Please, come in."
As soon as he entered the living room, Jin Mingzhu, dressed in a sexy nightgown, came forward to greet them.
She had been very well-behaved these past few days, not interfering with Xiao Ye's plans.
Now, seeing Linton at the door, she made a point of appearing. She deliberately moved closer to Xiao Ye. "What's he doing here?!"
"He had people beat me up before! I'm not happy about this!"
Xiao Ye gently patted her on the back. "Don't be angry. It was just a misunderstanding. Why don't you go back to your room for now?"
Jin Mingzhu nodded, but walked into Xiao Ye's bedroom, making it seem as if the two of them had been living together all along.
As for Lin Chuxing, she wasn't awake yet at this hour. Otherwise, she would have definitely caused a scene.
Linton watched this display with a slight smile. "I think we should find a more suitable place to talk."
All the surveillance devices here had already been removed. Xiao Ye had even used a detector to sweep the area, confirming none were missed.
Not only that, but Xiao Ye had also struck first, placing several of his own pinhole cameras in tricky, inconspicuous locations.
「The two went into the study.」
"Mr. Xiao, I'm here now to give you an opportunity to prove your worth."
"As long as you can complete the two tasks I'm about to give you, you will become a true core member of our Angel Association and be fully accepted by us."
"When that time comes, the Angel Association will do everything in its power to support the Xiao Family and help you rise to even greater heights!"
Xiao Ye's expression darkened slightly. "What's the mission?"
Linton took out a piece of paper. "It's very simple. Help me find a Dr. Wells."
"He's a Ph.D. in biology, very famous. You can find his photos all over the internet. But a while ago, he disappeared in the Dragon Country."
"We now strongly suspect he was either kidnapped or is being held captive."