"He suffered sudden cardiac arrest this afternoon and died."
"Don't tell me he watched our Research Conference this morning and died of anger?"
If that really was the case, he deserved it.
With Mao Xiong gone, staying another two years as the Pewter Science Museum's leading researcher seemed acceptable enough for Li Ke.
Shen Qi actually thought the news of his death was good news.
Hinako was the one facing trouble now.
Mao Xiong had doted on his goddaughter. Hinako kept the Pewter Science Museum's seal and license, and she also controlled its finances and internal accounts.
He had truly intended to hand the Pewter Science Museum over to Hinako in the future.
Now, Hinako, effectively the acting owner, would have to face some researchers with ruthless ambitions. She probably wouldn't be able to keep them in line.
Whether for his own sake or that of his future workplace, Li Ke had to hurry back.
Chapter 501: Returning home in glory
"Everyone, take care!"
"Take care. Until we meet again."
Outside the hotel in Celadon City, Shen Qi, Li Ke, and Du He were about to part ways, and they inevitably felt reluctant to say goodbye.
Shen Qi and Li Ke, in particular, had struggled together under immense pressure and danger until they finally saw the light. Their relationship... had charged the [Love Savings Bank] to 96%.
That showed just how deep their bond ran.
"Li Ke," Shen Qi called. "I can't help with things at the Pewter Science Museum, but don't push yourself too hard. Speak up if anything happens. Some friends I know might be able to help."
"Thank you."
Du He also cautioned Li Ke. With Mao Xiong dead, helping Hinako maintain control of the Pewter Science Museum would be no easy task.
"Also, Shen Qi," Du