In the days that followed, Fang Zheng lived a leisurely life with the three kids, but Gendo Ikari was nowhere near as relaxed. The United Nations repeatedly summoned him to its headquarters to make reports and demanded an explanation. At the same time, organizations and agencies from various countries began gathering information and clues about Heavenly Dao Palace.
In fact, the United Nations already had plans to seal off NERV Headquarters, but SEELE's influence had infiltrated deeply enough that nothing had changed so far.
However, Fang Zheng knew that things would change soon enough.
Because he received a call from Misato Katsuragi.
"Those above have decided on the Fifth Oracle. You'll be responsible for taking him in."
"Oh?"
Hearing Misato Katsuragi's voice through the phone, Fang Zheng raised an eyebrow.
"What's his name?"
"Nagisa Kaworu."
"Hehe."
Hearing that name, Fang Zheng chuckled and rolled his eyes.
"I understand, First Lieutenant Katsuragi... By the way, if you have time, how about coming with me to pick him up?"
"Me?"
Misato Katsuragi was clearly surprised by Fang Zheng's invitation. However, after thinking for a moment, she nodded.
"Sure. I happen to be free these days."
"Then I'll pick you up."
As he spoke, Fang Zheng hung up and walked out of the room.
"Hey, kids. Got nothing to do today? Come out with me."
"Nothing."
Hearing Fang Zheng's question, Shinji Ikari shook his head. Rei Ayanami silently stood up, while Asuka curiously turned to look at Fang Zheng.
"But Fang Zheng, where are we going?"
Faced with Asuka's curious question, Fang Zheng smiled faintly.
"To meet someone."
"???"
Though somewhat puzzled, the three obediently followed Fang Zheng into the car. They first picked up Misato Katsuragi, then Fang Zheng hit the gas and drove toward the outskirts of Tokyo-3.
"Hey."
Sitting in