Chapter 277 - IMPORTANCE OF REPLICATION (1/2)

On the ship, Hu Lei lifted her head and observed the surroundings. The two captors did not care about it since they had already accomplished their mission. They even pulled her up to stand and walk instead of being dragged.

She felt thankful because her toes had suffered enough. ​​

They led her through the complex interior space and to the lower deck of the boat. When they reached a door with a 'No Unauthorised Entry' sign, they stopped. Frank knocked on the door and stepped back, waiting for a response.

”Come in.” A voice called out.

Hu Lei felt a bit of familiarity with the voice, but she could not pinpoint the exact person of whom it reminded her.

Frank opened the door and the three people entered the room. It was a lavish office with a lot of scientific memorabilia, ranging from a skeleton to anatomic models. Moreover, one wall had a full bookshelf with a range of books.

Unfortunately, Hu Lei did not have time to admire the office. She was shocked as she looked at the face before her.

”Helen Brown!” She spoke involuntarily.

The woman seated at the large desk looked at Hu Lei with a pleased look on her face, as if she had done everything just to see that facial expression. She then turned to her two soldiers.

”You can leave us, but stand guard at the door.” She smiled. ”I know this little lady has a lot of tricks up her sleeves.”

Frank and his companion accepted the order and released Hu Lei before leaving the room.

Hu Lei tried to compose herself at seeing that face that had been a part of her nightmares.

”I thought you were imprisoned with no chance of leaving that place for the rest of your life. Ms Brown is indeed an admirable person.” She said.

The other woman smiled. ”It is Dr Brown. But you are mistaken. I am not Helen Brown. I am Harriet Brown.”

Once again, Hu Lei was shocked. ”You mean…”

”It is as you think, Ms Hu. Helen Brown was my twin sister.” The voice became hard. ”Yes, I said was. After spending some resources, I found that she killed herself in prison.”

Hu Lei felt a little faint at the information.

”You are looking pale, Ms Hu. Please sit down. Would you like a glass of water?” The woman spoke with an obvious sarcastic edge in her tone.

However, Hu Lei did not care. She was tired, and her feet hurt. Moreover, she did not know what to do with the information presented.

”I did not know that Helen Brown had a sister and a twin at that.” Hu Lei said.

The other woman laughed. ”I ensured that the information was a secret. I do not reveal my face unless I am sure that no one can take a photo or get other incriminating evidence. And I ordered Helen to never speak of me.”