In a quiet hospital room on the League's side, the atmosphere was somewhat heavy. Xiao Dan, an investigator, had just returned from his mission and was immediately hospitalized due to exhaustion and injuries.
In the room, Lorelei wore a sleek black-and-purple business suit that made her look crisp and capable. With focused eyes, she held a pen and notebook, quietly listening to Xiao Dan's report and recording the key information.
Beside her stood Steven and Lance, the League's two young Champions. Both listened intently to Xiao Dan's account.
Xiao Dan began with his initial infiltration of the cargo ship. As he described how Ocean Team had suddenly boarded and awakened him, and how they had confronted the ship's Sailors, the scene seemed to unfold again before everyone's eyes. His detailed account gradually clarified the full sequence of events.
This operation had left behind quite a few captives from both Ocean Team and the cargo ship, providing a key breakthrough for the follow-up investigation. Yet whenever they were asked about any important figure, they only knew names. They did not even know who the Captain was, nor had they ever seen him. They only said that the First Mate and second mate usually handled affairs.
After hearing about Ocean Team, Steven frowned slightly. A flash of apology crossed his face as he looked sincerely at Xiao Dan. "This was Devon Corporation's negligence. A submarine meant for deep-sea scientific research and exploration was actually stolen by Ocean Team to capture Lugia. We failed in our oversight."
Steven wore a sharply tailored dark suit, the silver cufflinks at his sleeves glinting faintly beneath the lights. Straightening his back, he solemnly promised everyone present, "Devon Corporation will compensate every loss caused by Ocean Team here at full value."
His words reeked of money and