Prison Visit Room
Perlman, wearing a prison uniform, was waiting for something.
After an unknown amount of time, a tall woman walked in; it was Sarah.
"Perlman, long time no see."
Saying this, Sarah walked over and sat down in front of Perlman.
"Sarah?!"
"Why are you here?!"
Perlman was somewhat shocked, wondering why she, as his secretary, had come to see him.
"That's none of your concern."
"If you still want to get out, you had better answer my next questions honestly."
After speaking, Sarah took out several sets of photos.
One set was of Hoshimi Miyabi, emitting a faint blue light.
The other set was of Hoshimi Aya, emitting a faint red light.
"Regarding the incident in the blast zone, the person who appeared was the Second Miss of the Xingjian Family."
"Tell me, how was her strength displayed at that time?"
"Of course, you can also choose not to answer, and then our conversation will end here."
As Sarah spoke, she pushed the photos toward Perlman.
"What do you mean?!"
Perlman looked at the photos and then warily at Sarah.
"Is my meaning not clear enough?"
"I need information about that Second Miss of the Xingjian Family inside The Hollow."
"You must have seen her, right?"
Sarah's eyes revealed a sinister glint.
It was as if she was saying that if he didn't speak, he would be finished.
"Sorry, I don't know."
Perlman turned his head away.
He didn't know what he was pondering.
"Fine, it seems I won't get anything out of you here."
"Since that's the case, let's discuss official business."
"Please confess to all crimes in court, and we will guarantee you the best treatment in prison."
After speaking, Sarah smiled and handed a document to Perlman.
Her asking about the Hoshimi Family matters was just a side issue; after all, besides their Praise Society, other forces were also investigating this matter.
This suddenly emerging Void Hunter Level combat power could potentially disrupt the current balance, and combat power of this magnitude could not be ignored.
Upon seeing this, Perlman revealed the trump card he held, as this was his only chance.
He believed this trump card was absolutely enough to make them spare him.
A few minutes later, Sarah walked out.
"Did you hear everything Perlman just said?"
"Although I hate clingy men, I have to admit that the trump card Perlman holds is genuine."
Sarah tucked behind her ear, revealing the communicator on it.
"Judging by your tone, you seem to be enjoying this."
A male voice came through the earpiece.
"Hehe, how could that be?"
"I am seriously worried about our cooperation."
"But what are your thoughts on that suddenly appearing Void Hunter Level combat power?"
"Perlman didn't say much just now, but it's certain that he has seen her."
"We still need to verify the specifics in person."
Sarah recounted everything she had learned.
"Go ahead and do it."
"The plan proceeds as usual."
"As for Perlman, I will handle him."
...
The next day.
Sixth Street, inside the Video Store.
Hoshimi Aya was practicing by cleaning.
She cleaned the entire Video Store inside and out.
The cars in the garage, the railings, the trash cans—none were missed; everything was cleaned.
"Finally done."
Hoshimi Aya neatly put away the rag, mop, and broom.
She wiped the faint bead of sweat from her forehead.
As for the few small Bangboos, except for Eous and Unit 18, she took them to be charged.
Inside the store, Zhe was wiping down the videotapes.
Ling was earning some extra money by taking on simpler commissions.
After all, their currency was running a bit low, and they could complete the commission to upgrade the Inter-Knot at the same time.
...
Meanwhile.
At the Cunning Hares.
Mao You was wrestling with a white-haired person on the carpet.
"Mao You, you don't need it."
"What's wrong with lending it to me?"
"Eating a little less mackerel won't hurt."
Twiggy clutched a 1000 currency coin.
"Damn it, why must you buy a weapon for Anby?"
"Wouldn't it be better to free up that money to buy mackerel for me?!"
Saying this, Mao You pulled Twiggy's hand.
Anby, standing nearby, was eating a hamburger and watching the television news.
She was already accustomed to the situation between these two.
Meanwhile, Billy and Girl A were packing Belle's luggage.
Belle was selecting the clothes she should wear for the court appearance.
"Boss Belle, do we really need to bring this much luggage?"
Billy looked at Belle's luggage and asked.
"What do you know?"
"This is a major case that will shake the entire city; in other words, it's a great opportunity for us to make a name for ourselves."
"Of course, I must appear before the public in my most perfect image."
Belle held up a pink business dress, wearing matching glasses.
Then Belle put down the dress and took out a large stack of printed flyers.
"Let me tell you all, I even printed brochures for our firm; I'm just waiting to hand them out to potential clients in the audience."
Belle said cheerfully; she could already imagine the day their firm would flourish.
Twiggy and Mao You, who had been fighting, stopped, but neither let go of the currency in their hands.
Suddenly, the phone on a nearby table rang. Girl A saw this and handed the phone to Belle.
When Belle saw the message on the phone, her previously cheerful face instantly froze.
Seeing this, everyone curiously gathered around.
"Belle, could that be a debt collection message from a creditor?"
Mao You asked curiously.
"How could that be, Mao You?"
"Recently, apart from Phaethon and a few other creditors we know well, we don't owe money to anyone else."
Belle said with a guilty conscience.
Twiggy and Mao You both showed shocked expressions. "How is the external debt even higher than last month?!"
"Belle, what happened?"
"Who sent the message just now?"
Anby vaguely sensed that something was wrong and inquired.
Mao You took the opportunity while Twiggy wasn't looking to snatch back his currency, stuffing it into his pocket.
Then he secretly looked at the message on the phone, and what he saw shocked him.
The phone screen was full of blank messages.
"Ahhhh!"
"I can't take it anymore!!"
Belle, surrounded in the middle, screamed.
"Let's go find Phaethon!"
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