A flicker of irritation passed through Lin Zizhen's heart. In his position, few people still dared speak to him in that tone, especially when the files said Xu Zhi had originally been nothing more than a child who had barely received any education!
But he had been in official circles for many years and had cultivated his composure well. Though Xu Zhi's words displeased him somewhat, he appeared exceptionally humble.
The young woman before him was an extremely important breakthrough point. He had obtained this assignment not only through his own efforts, but also through the struggle between the powers behind his family. He could not reveal any displeasure over a few unpleasant words.
Besides, who knew how many people were watching every moment of his interaction with this girl? If he showed even the slightest flaw, someone would immediately raise objections and try to replace him.
"Of course. We will do our utmost to meet your needs." Lin Zizhen could only go along with Xu Zhi in a sincere tone.
What he yielded to was not Xu Zhi herself, but the benefits she could bring. But that was irrelevant. Xu Zhi only needed these people to produce enough cores to satisfy her when dealing with her.
The conversation ended quickly. The two of them entered the unusual black building as though nothing had happened.
Perhaps they had received orders. The guards at the entrance did not stop them, and shortly after they entered, a middle-aged man in a white lab coat came to greet them.
He introduced himself as a researcher in the building and said he was fairly familiar with the place. He asked Xu Zhi what she wanted to see.
Xu Zhi did not stand on ceremony. She said outright that she wanted to see the Aberrations