The Enigmatic Return novel Chapter 1524

Chapter 1524 Colluding With This Research Base 

On the way back, Neera still had some lingering fear, but more than that, she felt puzzled and perplexed. 

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“Who are those people? Could they be related to what happened these past two days? Why would they want to capture me?” 

No matter how she thought about it, she couldn’t come up with any clues, making her somewhat frustrated. 

Jean ruffled her hair gently, soothing her with a gentle voice. 

“There’s no rush. If you can’t figure it out now, don’t dwell on it. We’ll send someone to investigate later. If there are no special circumstances, it’s better not to go out until we have some clues.” 

“Mm…” Neera suddenly felt a bit disheartened. She slumped in her seat and stared blankly out the window with a gloomy expression. 

“I didn’t expect that coming back would living in fear again. Why do I feel like the situation in Phison is getting more chaotic? It seems like something significant is about to happen…” 

Jean looked ahead with an unpredictable gaze. 

Back home, he stayed by Neera’s side all the time. 

After putting her to sleep, he went to the study to make a call, asking Caleb to thoroughly investigate the matter. 

Actually, even without him saying anything, Caleb would naturally investigate it. 

His efficiency was impressive, he showed up at the door the very next day. 

“I initially intended to investigate those people who appeared at the auction house yesterday, but I haven’t found any information related to the recent events yet. However, I unexpectedly discovered another piece of news: people in District Twenty have started inexplicably contracting a virus.” 

Hearing the word “virus,” Neera turned solemn. “What happened?” 

“I’m not sure exactly what virus it is, but the condition of those infected is extremely severe. They are utterly weak, constantly vomiting and having diarrhea. The hospitals in District Twenty are now overwhelmed, with more and more people getting infected. The healthcare system in District Twenty is on the verge of collapse. However, so far, I haven’t heard any news from the Bartitsu Guild, nor have I seen them sending anyone to help.” 

Neera furrowed her brows, showing concern. 

“No matter what, District Twenty falls within the influence of the Bartitsu Guild. How can Matthew not protect people within his territory? Isn’t he afraid of losing public support?” 

Caleb sneered, “This kind of thing happens all the time. Matthew has always been like this, and the entire Bartitsu Guild has a culture like that. The incident has blown up, yet Matthew has been completely silent. It’s indeed suspicious. I don’t know if he’s worried about something or intentionally refusing to send support.” 

Thinking about the proximity of District Twenty and District Twenty-One, Neera couldn’t help but worry. “The immediate priority is to understand what this virus is all about, its pathogenesis, how it spreads, and how to effectively prevent and treat it. These are crucial questions. If not, the virus will continue to rampage, and the entire Phison could be in danger.” 

Caleb sighed. “Indeed, but right now, we know nothing, and that area is under the jurisdiction of the Bartitsu Guild. It’s not easy for us to intervene.” 

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Neera understood this point. After thinking for a moment, she called Shane, who was outside, and asked him to help send someone to District Twenty-One to investigate the situation. She also expressed that it would be best if they could collect samples of the virus. 

After Caleb left, Neera remained restless. 

As she almost spilled the cup of water she was holding, Jean quickly took the cup from her hands. “Calm down. This can’t be rushed.” 

Neera sighed. “I know it can’t be rushed, but I really can’t calm down when it comes to this kind of virus. It’s just too terrifying. Once it starts spreading, it’s difficult to stop. So, it must be resolved within a controllable range as soon as possible. I hope Shane can bring good news soon, or at least get samples of the virus as soon as possible. 

Jean nodded. “I understand. I’ve also asked lan to investigate. I believe we’ll have results soon.” 

As expected, lan’s information arrived even faster than Shane’s. 

“Mr. and Mrs. Beauvort, I have uncovered the origin of this virus. It originated from a leak in the underground black market!” 

“Again, the underground black market. It’s indeed related to these dirty places!” The result made Neera frown and gnash her teeth in anger. 

She had known since she entered the medical field that the knowledge gained in medicine could be used not only to heal but also by unscrupulous individuals to harm. 

Some organizations secretly established laboratories to develop harmful or controlling viruses or other toxins, all for the sake of profiteering. 

It occurred to her that the virus’ leak from the underground black market certainly meant that there was a collusion with a certain research center. 

“According to my investigation, this virus is carried by a harmful drug. Somehow, these drugs entered the pharmaceutical market in District Twenty. So, there was a widespread infection of the virus in District Twenty. These harmful drugs were obtained by the underground black market from a large research base!” 

“Just as I thought!” The reality was as Neera had thought. She suddenly stood up, clenching her fists. 

She despised unethical businessmen who put their own interests above the lives of others, especially those who used medical knowledge for malicious purposes. It was a desecration of medicine! 

Jean’s expression was also very serious as he asked coldly, “Where is that large research base?” 

lan replied, “On a small island, not far from Phison. From the outside, it appears to be a deserted island. However, once you get there, you discover that there’s a massive research base hidden underground. It seems that it was occupied a long time ago and has been developing unnoticed. It’s likely that many shady activities have already taken place/there.” 

He paused as something glinted in his eyes. “On my way back, I ran into Mr. Wiley. He too was investigating this matter, Coincidentally, we both ended up at this large research base. The information he obtained is even more crucial. It turns out that those abducted family heads and elders are all imprisoned in that base, and a large part of them are used as lab rats!” 

Neera became angrier as she listened. “It’s so despicable. Not only do they develop harmful things, but they also test these harmful substances on human beings. Aren’t they afraid of karma by treating human beings as lab rats?” 

Jean asked in a cold voice, “How’s the situation on the island?” 

lan shook his head. “Our people haven’t been able to get onto the island. It’s heavily guarded, and there are guards everywhere. Approaching even slightly may lead to discovery, and we don’t dare to alert the enemy.” 

“Alright, continue investigating this large research base. See if there’s any connection between it and the Bartitsu Guild. Also, check if those people who appeared at the auction at the Medicina family yesterday have any connection with this research base.” 

lan was taken aback. “Mr. Beauvort, are you suspecting a collusion between the Bartitsu Guild and this research base?” 

“There’s certainly a possibility.” Jean nodded. 

lan took his orders and quickly went to carry them out. 

During these two days of his investigation, there were still some heads and elders of small families disappearing mysteriously 

Aside from Jean, Colin, and their group, only the culprit knew where these people were actually taken.