She was willing to tell Xu Zhi this only because a trick that had already been used once could not be used a second time.
Moreover, many people had participated in sealing the [Cup] back then. Though most had fallen with the passage of time, there were still quite a few who knew the truth, especially—
"Gods Heavy Industries was responsible for manufacturing the items required for the seal and providing powerful superhumans with the support of extraordinary energy."
Gods Heavy Industries again.
That was the first thought that flashed through Xu Zhi's mind, followed by the realization that it really had to be Gods Heavy Industries.
Otherwise, how could they have deceived everyone?
After all, she had already seen how unattached Gods Heavy Industries was. She even believed that Gods Heavy Industries might have had a hand in creating the Lotus City Formation. This organization was almost wholly devoted to researching [Ascension]. The [Cup]'s path was extremely unique—how could they truly have allowed the [Cup] to perish?
They had likely been colluding long ago.
Or rather, it would not be strange for this organization to have ties with everyone.
"Of course, sealing Him was no easy matter. The superhumans of that time expended enormous financial resources, materials, and effort. Only after a long time, and at a terrible cost, did they finally succeed."
"As for how we confirmed His death, I need to hear your answer first. Only after confirming that you can offer something of value will I tell you."
That was only natural. The agent was no charity case, after all. She could not just flap her lips and spill information.
But Xu Zhi noticed that from some of her wording, it seemed these agents believed that the old [Cup] was already dead, while the current [Cup]