Chapter 404 - What if I Agree To Give You A Job? (1/2)

“Leah’s your leader? That’s probably the most shocking thing I’ve heard all day since I found out that Black Nest has taken over all of Europe!” Zhang Heng exclaimed.

“You only say that because you don’t know her. She’s a born a fighter like her brother. After Edward’s death, she became the most resolute anti-CTOS mutineer, employing her charismatic personality to influence and unite many.”

“Where are they now?” Little Boy sighed again, “We’re fighting a war we cannot win.”

“It’s tough to believe that even you would say something so dismal,” said Zhang Heng. “The Little Boy I knew would have never given up so easily.”

“I’m just stating the facts. This war has been going on for twelve years, and I’m starting to get real tired,” Little Boy chugged down the entire gla.s.s of milk in one large gulp.

“Then why bother to sabotage the cameras on the street and risk getting caught?”

“It’s only to send a message to those skeptical of CTOS that there are still people in the city resisting them. On top of that, Z’s second phase is about to begin. The people in Black Nest have appointed the three judges, and the jury also belongs to them. We may not have a chance to win, but we can always do something.”

Zhang Heng also finished his gla.s.s of milk. “One last question-how do I find Leah?”

“I don’t know. Black Nest is always sending people out to capture her, so her location is a secret that only the 01 knows. If you want to get to her through me, you best give up now. I don’t know where she is, and even if I do, I would never tell you,” said Little Boy as she picked up the two empty gla.s.ses from the table.

“I’ve answered all your questions, and I even gave you a gla.s.s of milk. Yes, you’re welcome. We’re even now. If there’s nothing else, please leave.”

Little Boy turned to walk to the sink, ignoring Zhang Heng. But after she finished was.h.i.+ng the two cups, Zhang Heng was still sitting in the same spot.

“What’s the matter? Do you need me to open the door for you?”

“I don’t have any doc.u.ments or identification on me.”

“Oh, I would like to express my sympathy for your tragic experience, but you can go to the police and bring the Proof of Loss, a photocopy or an electronic copy to your country’s emba.s.sy to have it reissued.”

“I don’t have a photocopy or an electronic copy. In fact, I have my doubts about whether my country still retains my personal information,” said Zhang Heng, “As I said, this world is different from the one I’m used to; there is no evidence of my presence here.” “Hah, your parallel universe theory again? I must admit, you’re pretty good at making up stories.”

“Do you have any suggestions?”

“If, and I’m saying IF… if what you say is true, then you’re in deep trouble. Without any identification, and since they can’t determine your country of origin, they might detain you until you die of old age. No one will care if you live or die anyway.”

“So that means I should avoid the police at all costs so I won’t get locked up, huh?” Zhang Heng got up from the seat. “Thank you for your consultation. I’m delighted to have met you.”

Zhang Heng walked to the door, but just as his fingers met the doork.n.o.b, Little Boy said, “Wait.”

She had a look of uncertainty on her face. After a long while, she sighed. “Do you have any money?”

“No, but I can borrow some off those ‘kind’ people on the street,” said Zhang Heng, “based on how I usually do things, survival is always my number one priority, I suppose.” “Are you even aware of how CTOS works? Do you know where all the cameras in the city are located? Do you know who you can trust and who the enemy is?” Little Boy’s frown deepened, “even if it’s just committing a crime, you are just a rookie in the criminal world. The police will surely catch you.”