"Who is he? Even if he's the CIO of the Innova Group, does he have such great ability? Does our school have such a powerful parent?" Desmond asked. The Innova Group held a significant position in Salt City, even influencing the city's economic development. However, they couldn't conduct investigations in the education department.Lora replied, "I don't know, but he's undoubtedly a troublemaker!"Eric gave her the impression of being a troublemaker. He directly came to the school whenever he was dissatisfied. In fact, the school was not afraid of such people, but they would be afraid if these individuals had actual power. Lora asked, "Mr. Grantt, should we proceed with the milk subscription?"She felt this matter would likely be problematic. Originally, she thought this was a bit outrageous. Milk could easily be subscribed to by parents outside, so why did the school need to do it?Moreover, she found 500 dollars per semester quite expensive. Children could not possibly consume
The receptionist dared not to show them the milk samples.Seeing this, Eric knew there was an issue with the milk. He waved his hand, and the Combat Department personnel grabbed the receptionist's collar. "Where are the samples?""Right away! Right away!" the receptionist replied. Upon seeing the samples, Eric was momentarily stunned. The packaging was not common in the market. However, based on the packaging alone, it gave an overwhelming sense of cheapness, resembling products without proper quality control. What further infuriated Eric was that some of these milk bottles were set to expire in a few days."Lieutenant General Johnson!" At that moment, a team member approached Eric and said, "We found their warehouse, and it's filled entirely with milk!""Let's go!" Eric stood up, and the group swiftly arrived at the warehouse. Instead of textbooks and teaching aids, it was stocked with nothing but milk of the same brand."Check the production dates," Eric instructed.He felt t
Eric was closely monitoring the situation. However, he was worried that using the Combat Department's resources for these matters was somewhat wasteful.Pierce assured him, "A small mistake can lead to a massive disaster. Don't dismiss small issues. If others don't do it, let the Combat Department handle it. Of course, after everything ends, we must hold the responsible individuals accountable. If someone in a position can't fulfill their duties, replace them with someone capable."During a meal, Eric received a call from Lora, who wanted to invite him for lunch. Eric declined since he had already returned home. He would not have lunch with Lora if he had not returned home. After all, she was young, and Eric did not want to bring himself unnecessary trouble. Overhearing the conversation, Sylvia asked, "Did a beauty ask you out for lunch? Why not go?" Eric chuckled and replied, "What's there to go for? Besides, she's Max's teacher. I don't understand why she wants to have lunch wi
Eric was shocked. Just the meat inside cost more than 5 dollars, and what about the cost of ingredients and packaging? They all cost money! So where was the profit coming from? No wonder lately Cody and Max had been complaining that the food at school wasn't tasty and wanted to go to eat at their place."Okay, I understand." Eric nodded "Ms. Kensington, are there any other problems?" "Yes!" Lora handed a textbook to Eric. "Mr. Johnson, take a look at this textbook." Eric flipped through it and quickly discovered the problem."How long has this textbook been used? How could it appear in the country?" "I've no idea. It seems you have also noticed the problem. This is a textbook compiled and reviewed by Catellon. It would be strange if there were no issues. What's even stranger is that it has ended up in schools. "Mr. Johnson, don't you think this society is problematic? "The distribution of a textbook requires multi-level scrutiny, but it seems like all these checkpoints are
At noon, Eric brought two Combat Department members to the canteen at Salt City's city hall. The leaders of various units were gathered as well. As Eric arrived, people were still discussing. "The city's leaders are here. Who's treating us to lunch today? It's one thing to treat us to lunch, but why here?"In their opinion, if someone were to treat them to lunch, it should be at a high-end restaurant, not at the city hall's canteen.Naturally, Eric overheard their words.Seeing Eric, the people who knew him nodded, including Robert. Until now, Robert was still wondering what Eric was up to. Just yesterday, they had arrested over a dozen people, and today they were invited to lunch?After taking his seat, Eric said, "Notify the kitchen that they can start serving."Soon, the food carts were pushed over. They were served with common home-cooked meals. Everyone lowered their heads and took a few bites.Eric looked at them and asked, "Tell me, how do these dishes taste?"Someone w
"After consuming a few more bites, the flavor intensified, and it's definitely not pleasant."Robert remained clueless about Eric's intentions. Nonetheless, he couldn't shake the feeling that today's lunch was subpar.Eric's face turned frigid as he retrieved the bag of braised pork Lora had given him the previous day, placing it firmly on the table."I'm sure some of you know what this is. This is what everyone had for today's lunch."As soon as he said that, the whole room was in an uproar."Pre-packaged food? How can we eat this stuff? Is it healthy?" someone exclaimed.Hearing this, Eric smiled and pointed to that person. "Exactly!"He held the packet of braised pork and stood up, pointing to the ingredients list on it. "When I saw this yesterday, I was shocked. Look at the ingredients listed here. It's longer than the thesis introduction I wrote before graduating!"Even the leftover food we usually put in the fridge at home has a strange smell, let alone something labeled
The folks in Salt City were anxious, rumors swirling around like a storm.Some were furious, accusing Eric of poking his nose where it didn't belong. For years, everyone had kept to themselves, so why stir up trouble now?-In the evening, Robert briefed Eric."We've apprehended nine key individuals and temporarily shut down the prepackaged food manufacturer. But I made sure they have enough food for three days."The ones we caught today and yesterday are all linked."Eric nodded. "Robert, you've worked hard. Don't eat the food meant for the government agencies. There are too many additives, making it unhealthy. Everyone has worked hard, and you deserve something better."Robert smiled. He knew that following Eric meant he wouldn't be treated unfairly.He continued. "After today's operation, I received some anonymous messages."Eric raised his eyebrow. "Oh? What's the content?""Some told me to release the people, and others warned me to stop, lest I end up dead in a car acci
Eric furrowed his brow. "What does a kid know about liking someone? Focus on your studies!"Max nodded hastily before adding, "People kissing on TV means they like each other. If you like someone, you should kiss them." Eric was at a loss for words. He wondered how these kids could understand everything.After the boys finished eating, Eric packed their lunchboxes and prepared to leave. Unexpectedly, Lora arrived. "Mr. Johnson, can I invite you for a cup of coffee?" Eric didn't refuse. The reason was simple. If it weren't for Lora, Eric wouldn't dare to imagine when these issues at school would be discovered.-At the coffee shop.Lora sat across from Eric. She wasn't stunningly beautiful but exuded an air of intellectuality. She looked at Eric with admiration. "Mr. Johnson, you're truly remarkable. The issues we've raised remained unresolved for months, but when you stepped in, they were quickly resolved."The events of the past two days had astonished her. She couldn't
In terms of innate talent, Eric was unparalleled, having reached the pinnacle of martial arts. With a single punch, he sent the 'God' flying."Good!" Stealthbane shouted with excitement.The ultimate enemy had finally been defeated, bringing peace to the world. Eric sighed in relief.However, in the next moment, the 'God' stood up again. Spitting out a mouthful of blood, he revealed a bloodthirsty smile. "You have successfully enraged me!"Everyone braced for a potential massacre, but instead, the enemy turned and fled.Could Eric let him escape?"Chase him!" Stealthbane commanded.Allowing this foe to escape would spell endless trouble.A group of people pursued the enemy, who soon reappeared clad in iron armor."Not seen this before, have you?" The 'God' seemed to have recovered somewhat. "Did you think I only research viruses? Wrong! I control global resources and global wealth!"This is our newly developed Doomforge Exosuit which amplifies a person's battle prowess tenfol
The sturdy floor lay in utter disarray.In desperation, Ruth shouted, "Eric, don't give him any more chances! Finish him off swiftly, or we'll face endless trouble!"Eric was well aware of this logic. As he fought, he said, "He's incredibly strong. Taking him down quickly isn't possible! We must fight to the death!"Eric had never feared battle. Besides, this might very well be his final fight.Their fists clashed fiercely.The 'God' also noticed that Eric was growing more formidable as the battle progressed."How do you have so much strength? Wouldn't it be better if we joined forces to control the world? We could have anything we desire!"All the world's wealth, women, and resources would be ours to enjoy. Why won't you listen to reason?" he roared.Eric's momentum didn't falter. "I don't share your grand ambitions. I just want a simple life with a job that pays 1,000 dollars a month and a warm home with my wife and kids. But you, you've disturbed my peace!"The 'God' was fu
The 'God' grew more courageous as the battle raged on, causing Stealthbane to worry incessantly.In another high-stakes clash, Eric and his opponent both retreated. Eric sensed his opponent's growing strength, finding it rather peculiar.The 'God' clenched his fist. "I must thank you! My techniques were slightly incomplete, but I've managed to fill the gaps through this battle!"Eric marveled at his opponent's genius. To mend something incomplete was indeed a rare talent.Despite Eric training with the complete manual, he could only match the 'God' blow for blow. This person was terrifying!The opponent's confidence soared. Although Eric had trained with the full manual, the 'God' felt his innate talent far surpassed Eric's. If he could match Eric with an incomplete manual, now that he had perfected it, wouldn't he be unbeatable?"I thought you had potential and considered inviting you to share this world with me," the 'God' said, his tone turning icy. "But now, I see it's unnece
Stealthbane even felt that Eric might not be a match for the "God."The power was overwhelming.The terrifying aura was enough to crush everything. To an ordinary person, this was a real deity—the strength possessed had already transcended human limits.Eric made his move with a burst of speed. The clash of their fists created a thunderous explosion, and the sound was so intense that Stealthbane felt his eardrums might shatter.This was a battle of the highest caliber, one that even a legend like Stealthbane could not hope to join.Seeing the two evenly matched, Stealthbane sighed in relief. At least there was a chance that the strongest combatants were neutralizing each other. The outcome was still uncertain.Eric shook his aching fist, his expression grave. The opponent's strength was as he had anticipated. If the ultimate boss of the Luminous did not possess such combat power, it would be absurd.Clearly, this "God" had also gauged Eric's strength.He extended a hand toward
Stealthbane knew that the figure facing them must be the ultimate leader of the Luminous.Suddenly, he no longer wanted to die. If he could hold on just a little longer, it would all be over."Mr. Johnson, these people don't seem ordinary. Could that leader be the ultimate figure of the Luminous? Are we about to complete the game?" he whispered.To him, this mission to the Ark felt like a game: defeat the final boss, and victory is achieved."If I'm not mistaken, it should be. This person gives me... a sense of danger," Eric said.Upon hearing this, Stealthbane felt reassured.Just a sense? That meant the problem wasn't too grave!The leader on the opposite side turned to Eric. "I didn't expect you to make it this far. I underestimated your strength, believing my Ark was impregnable, that no enemy could breach it. But why are you so persistent? Why such determination?"He suddenly screamed in a fit of hysteria, "I have so many people! Such a grand scheme! It has all succeeded!
Brent shouted desperately, "After you get on your knees, they'll kill you all, and we won't survive either! Kill them! Kill them all!"He understood the situation with stark clarity. Kneeling meant certain death. If they had to die anyway, fighting back would be their only chance of survival.Eric sighed. "Mr. Rogers, in the end, it was we who implicated you. But this place must be eradicated, and the Luminous must be destroyed as well! Everyone, attack!"As the battle commenced, the masked man immediately struck Brent with a punch.Eric charged in. "Die!"He knew that Brent was unlikely to survive. This punch was his way of avenging Brent.The masked man spun around, trying to block Eric's punch. But the speed of the blow was too much—the gust of wind from the punch arrived before the fist did.It was an instant kill.The masked man had no time to react before Eric's punch collided with his chest. The terrifying force shattered the mask on the man's face, revealing an unfamili
Stealthbane was blinded by rage. He was killing anyone in sight, his fury unrelenting. They had ventured deep into enemy territory, where every encounter seemed to be with an adversary.Eric and his team from the Combat Department showed no mercy.Yet even Stealthbane's resolve was wearing thin."I can't kill them all! It feels like every master in the world is concentrated here!" he shouted in frustration.He felt the number of people he had brought was insufficient. If he had brought a few thousand more, he might have been able to overrun the place.Stealthbane was overwhelmed by the sheer horror of their situation. Fortunately, they had arrived. If anyone else had come, they would have met their end here.The numbers of the masters seemed endless."Damn it!" Stealthbane cursed angrily. "There are too many of them, and they're all exceptionally powerful. What kind of game is this?"He was tempted to retreat, but where could he go?Eric sent an enemy flying, pushing forward
"I was opposed to coming in from the start, but as you all know, the Rogers family is extremely complex. If we hadn't entered, I might have ended up dead. At least if the virus isn't a threat, that's something!" Brent poured himself a cup of coffee and continued. "These people are ruthless! They want to kill everyone outside the Ark and establish a new order, managed by a select few. It's insane!"You don't need to tell me—I know you're here to kill them."He then pulled a small token from his pocket. "This is our Rogers family's privilege here. It allows us to move freely between different levels. With this, you can go anywhere!"Stealthbane grabbed it eagerly. "Why didn't you mention this earlier? Things will go much smoother with this!"Brent sighed. "Once you've handled everything, could you take me out with you? I really don't want to stay in this dreadful place any longer.""Sure!" Eric nodded. "We'll definitely call you when we leave. For now, we're heading out."Brent e
Everything was ready, but they couldn't just walk in.Ruth instructed the Combat Department to conduct a three-day intensive training for everyone, focusing on coordinated combat.-After three days, the forces led by Stealthbane moved out, first dismantling the outer defenses of the Ark. This was their specialty!A large group of several hundred arrived in front of the Ark's entrance. At first glance, it resembled a mountain.Jack scratched his head and said, "Is this the gate? I don't see any door."The Holy Templar's people arrived as well. St. Pius said, "Everyone, don't rush. Wait for two minutes. Once the gate opens, we need to get in quickly. I have other plans inside, but once we're in, it's going to be a life-or-death battle! No one should show any mercy!"Stealthbane flexed his fists and replied, "Do I look like a good guy to you? Just watch me deal with them!"No sooner had he spoken than there was a tremendous roar. The ground shook, and the door of the Ark swung