He sensed that Councillor Wang's words were not without reason.
"Councillor Wang, you're right."
Councillor Eugene spoke slowly. Though his voice still carried a trace of restraint, it was clearly much calmer now.
"We need more information to uncover the truth behind this series of actions by Elysia."
He then turned his gaze toward Dr. Mei, who had remained silent the entire time, his eyes gleaming with trust and expectation.
"Dr. Mei, your wisdom and insight are renowned among us. I would like to know your view on this matter."
Dr. Mei gently adjusted her glasses, her gaze sweeping over everyone in the conference room before finally settling on Councillor Eugene's face.
"First, I want to emphasize that Elysia's actions are indeed unconventional, but that does not necessarily mean she has defected..."
Dr. Mei had a certain understanding of the Pink Fairy Lady as well.
She knew full well that although Elysia's actions this time appeared abrupt, they might not have stemmed from an intention to betray them.
In Dr. Mei's view, this seemed more like a bold attempt made under particular circumstances than a resolute departure.
Thinking back to the time when Dr. Mobius had decisively left Moth to Fire, Dr. Mei could not help feeling deeply moved.
She understood that if Elysia truly intended to defect, then with her countless connections to the Necromancer, she would have long since slipped silently through a portal and away from this troubled place.
But that was not the case.
This made Dr. Mei ponder Elysia's true intentions even more deeply.
Combining certain details about the Flame-Chaser Project and Hypermutation Surgery mentioned during her last conversation with Elysia, Dr. Mei gradually pieced together an outline of what lay behind Elysia's actions.
*Elysia, what exactly are you hiding? Why are you avoiding our