The Transcendents did not stay long. They each had matters of their own to attend to, and now that the last fugitive had been captured, the next step should be the interrogation.
This was the Military's responsibility. Even the government could not intervene.
The Transcendents bade General David farewell one after another before leaving the villa.
Transcendent Fox and his three disciples remained behind. On one hand, his relationship with David was unusual; on the other, he was Lunka Planet's guardian Transcendent and could offer assistance if needed.
The Military naturally remained as well. The investigation at the scene, along with all subsequent inquiries, would be handled by the Military's intelligence agency.
This was also a test for David's subordinates. The intelligence organization of the Alidia Star Sector Military Headquarters had never been assigned any major tasks. Since this incident concerned General David, if the intelligence organization failed to produce results, the entire Military intelligence apparatus would likely be reshuffled.
Professional investigators examined every corpse outside the villa from every angle, comparing and verifying their identities.
"Lieutenant General Bradford, take him to the basement. I'll be there to interrogate him shortly!" David ordered Lieutenant General Bradford.
With a wave of Lieutenant General Bradford's hand, two Military Transcendents stepped forward, seized Lionel, and took him away.
"Leona, Nora, take Emma to rest first!" David turned to the two female Armored Warriors.
Emma tightened her grip on David's hand. Though she said nothing, her meaning was clear: she did not want to be separated from him.
David considered it. His method of interrogation would not be especially bloody, so there was no harm in bringing Emma along.
"All right, Emma. Stay by my side," David said indulgently.
A smile appeared on Emma's face, and it made David's eyes light up. To protect