Chapter 208: Explosive News

Time is the best healer for any pain.

If you can still remember past hurts, then surely time has not been long enough.

If you quickly forget past pains, it’s certain that new pains have arisen!

In just over half a month’s time, people had almost forgotten the potential military clash between the Tanga Federation and Asan country.

In less than a week, people forgot that the United States had launched a missile airstrike at the industrial park of Dream Technology in the capital of South Sudan, Zhuba.

Because an even more shocking piece of explosive news was revealed.

Asan country was mobilizing its entire army in preparation for a lightning strike!

This information was released by numerous media outlets around the world, its veracity beyond doubt, especially since it came accompanied by a plethora of photographic evidence.

Faced with such conclusive evidence, the government of Asan country found itself unable to respond at first.

The target country quickly carried out a full national mobilization and clamped down hard on the domestic civil unrest and petitioning activities that had occurred during this period.

The nation swiftly reached consensus, working together as one to face the national crisis.

Its allies sent over a mass of military supplies and repeatedly stressed the need for an immediate International Security Conference to discuss the overtly war-mongering actions of Asan country.

However, the Western world once again practiced a double standard, with all media suddenly falling silent after the initial exposé.

At that point, secret news emerged, suggesting there had been a misjudgment and accidental engagement between the fleet of Asan country and the American military; Asan country had shot down an American B2 stealth bomber, and in retaliation, a U.S. nuclear submarine sank an Asan country Aegis destroyer.

The successive revelation of major news truly shook the world; should these two nations irresponsibly engage in conflict, it could potentially trigger the umbrella protection system.

Seeing this, Asan country’s diplomatic delegation immediately visited the United States, and both parties swiftly reached an understanding agreement.

But Asan country didn’t halt its diplomatic actions, instead continuously visiting many Western nations, seeking corresponding support in an attempt to use their hidden cards openly.

Obviously, the understanding agreement with the United States was probably not as simple as it seemed.

The neighboring country repeatedly stressed that in the critical moment of facing the loss of their territory, they would definitely use the umbrella, vowing to perish together with the enemy!

This has led to a global crisis, a result also of the Western countries’ appeasement policy towards Asan country.

During such a time of international turmoil, in the oriental Magic City.

In the office of Director Mo.

“Shuangshuang, it’s not your fault that Du Qiu refuses to return, why would you think of resigning? I tell you, I do not approve!”

Director Mo looked at Ning Shuangshuang and felt extremely frustrated inside.

Just two days ago, he had been reprimanded by the higher-ups for not successfully persuading Du Qiu, who now refuses to cooperate and return to the country.

He knew that some people in the capital were saying strange things behind her back, which also reached Ning Shuangshuang, making her consider resigning.

“Director Mo, I know you mean well, but I still bear some responsibility for this matter. That’s why, after careful consideration, I decided to resign.”

Only after consulting with Du Qiu and his subsequent refusal to return to the country did Ning Shuangshuang choose the appropriate time to resign, hence making her reasons seem more valid.

Director Mo sighed and said, “Shuangshuang, I know you have another reason for leaving; you want to go to Africa to see Du Qiu.

But even if I agree to your resignation, you can’t go. You are simply not allowed to leave the country.”

“Director Mo, it’s not so important whether I can go to Africa or not. I genuinely feel that I have let the country down, which trained me.”

As she spoke, Ning Shuangshuang handed another piece of paper to Director Mo. “Also, the after-effects of my old injury have recurred, and I really want to retire and rest properly.”

Director Mo, looking at the medical diagnosis in front of him, immediately became somber, worry flashing in his eyes as he asked, “What did the doctor say? Can’t this disease be cured?”

Ning Shuangshuang responded calmly, “The doctor still says the same, that the microscopic shrapnel is pressing on my brain nerve. That’s when the condition flares up.

But, to remove that tiny shrapnel, no neurosurgeon in the world dares to perform that surgery yet.”

Director Mo looked at Ning Shuangshuang, his eyes gradually moistening. This girl, too, was like his own child who had grown up under his watch.

She had also joined the security system through him, enduring numerous life-and-death situations and completing significant tasks.

People only see her rapid rise to a relatively high position at a young age, never considering the great deeds and blood and sweat she had given.

“Okay, Shuangshuang, I approve of your resignation!”

Director Mo picked up a pen and signed his opinion and name on Ning Shuangshuang’s resignation report.

“Director Mo, thank you!”

Director Mo sighed and said, “Don’t thank me in a rush. A position like yours has rarely seen resignations before, and I’m not sure if the higher-ups will approve it.”

Ning Shuangshuang smiled and said, “They should approve it. After all, I’m still Du Qiu’s girlfriend, and Du Qiu has agreed to help the nation with some matters.”

Director Mo was slightly startled, then nodded knowingly.

He handed the resignation report back to Ning Shuangshuang, saying, “If that’s the case, then hurry up with the procedures and go home to rest well.

By the way, I hear your father is being transferred back from Egypt and should take charge of the work of the Africa department.”

Ning Shuangshuang was taken aback and nodded, “Thank you, Uncle Mo!”

Watching Ning Shuangshuang leave the office, Director Mo sighed softly and then picked up the phone to dial a secure line.

“Minister Song, she has submitted her resignation. I’ve approved it.”

“Ah, that’s okay. Du Qiu being overseas may be more beneficial to the nation. With the current severe sanctions and pressure from the United States on Dream Technology, bringing Du Qiu back may backfire.”

“Then… if Ning Shuangshuang tries to leave the country for Africa, should we take measures?”

“You can keep an eye on her. I’m quite curious to see if the force that let Du Qiu escape from under GIA’s nose can also take Ning Shuangshuang away right under your watch.”

“Ah? Are you testing my team?”

“Yes, if Ning Shuangshuang really disappears from under your noses, your department will forfeit a month’s bonus.”

“Alright, noted. I just hope that the entire department isn’t willing to give up their bonus for a month to let Ning Shuangshuang escape.”

“Don’t be so smug. I’m sending someone to take over Ning Shuangshuang’s position, and he definitely won’t let her escape.”

“Hey, wait, Minister Song, you can’t do this…”

The dial tone beeped in the receiver, and Director Mo reluctantly hung up the phone. He slapped his forehead and muttered, “Shuangshuang, I’m afraid I can’t help you.”

Having left the security department, Ning Shuangshuang drove her car straight to Dream Technology.

Once she entered the gates of Dream Technology, parked her car in the internal parking lot, she saw Liu Yaofeng already waiting.

Liu Yaofeng ran up quickly, “Sister-in-law, the boss has ordered that you are to take charge of the security system here.”

Ning Shuangshuang said helplessly, “He sure knows how to give orders. I’ve just resigned and was hoping to rest a bit more.”

“Sister-in-law, the security system has sent out multiple alarms lately, but we have never caught any intruders. It seems the opponent is also a computer expert and is testing our security system.”

Ning Shuangshuang and Liu Yaofeng walked towards the R&D center office building. Upon entering, they made their way from the ground floor to the sixth floor.

“Why is it so quiet today? Isn’t it a weekday?” Ning Shuangshuang asked curiously.

She had been to the R&D center many times before, and the researchers there worked very freely, with break areas on each floor, as well as fitness and entertainment areas.

Whenever she came, she always saw quite a few people, but today there wasn’t a single person in sight, triggering her curiosity.

“Sister-in-law, the boss has initiated the Heaven Realm project, and many people have gradually left.”

Ning Shuangshuang frowned and said, “You should hire some new people; otherwise, it would arouse suspicion.”

Liu Yaofeng nodded, “Yes, the recruitment notice has been posted, and interviews on a large scale will start soon.”

“I remember there’s a research group from the military here. Don’t they suspect anything?”

“They won’t. Some people have been laid off, others have been transferred abroad, and some have changed jobs under the new policy. There are plenty of reasons for leaving,” Liu Yaofeng explained.

Nevertheless, Ning Shuangshuang instructed, “No matter how justified the reasons are, it shouldn’t be this empty. Du Qiu has not returned to the country, and for sure, the higher-ups are watching this place.

By making it this empty, isn’t it obvious that Dream Technology is planning to withdraw?”

Liu Yaofeng laughed, “The boss specifically asked for this. He said doing so would make the higher-ups feel it’s normal; otherwise, they’d feel uneasy.”

“Hmph, always complicating things!” Ning Shuangshuang huffed lightly.