Camera flashes went off in rapid succession at the press conference. Chen Moxin, dressed in a crisply tailored white suit, stood calmly at the podium.
"Regarding yesterday's accident at the Technology Park, preliminary investigations indicate that several pieces of experimental equipment were operating beyond capacity, causing excessive internal pressure and ultimately an explosion. Fortunately, the security measures were activated in time, and there were no casualties."
He paused slightly, allowing the shutter clicks to echo through the hall.
"For the employees affected, the group will provide appropriate emotional compensation and half a month of paid leave.
"We have established a special task force to comprehensively upgrade the equipment safety systems and strictly implement safety production accountability."
A reporter below raised a hand and pressed, "President Chen, there are rumors that an unidentified creature appeared at the scene—"
"Online rumors are not credible." Chen Moxin cut him off with a smile. "The park primarily conducts biomedical research, so it is inevitable that outsiders may speculate. We welcome the relevant authorities to inspect the site at any time."
He concluded the questioning session gracefully. As security escorted him away, he did not forget to offer the cameras a reassuring smile.
Only after leaving everyone's sight did his smile fade. He rubbed his brow. He had dealt with the media for now, but the real crisis had only just begun.
Chen Moxin had barely returned to his lounge when his phone began to vibrate.
The caller ID displayed only one word... "Dad."
He answered at once. A steady yet authoritative voice came through the receiver.
"I'll use our connections within the system to delay the formation of the investigation team as much as possible. On your end, you must race against time.
"You have three days at most. Everything that should not exist