FT DR Chapter 100: The Most Murderous Pairing in History

Chapter 100: The Most Murderous Pairing in History

Translated by Addis of Exiled Rebels Scanlations

Editor: Karai

 

Before Yin Bo was taken into the restricted area, Jin Xuan received news of his mishap.

At that time, Jin Xuan was strolling along the back streets near the restricted area with Wu Chenghe’s arm slung over his shoulder. When he received the message from Yin Bo, he immediately opened his personal terminal.

“Something happened to Yin Bo.” Jin Xuan saw Yin Bo’s message, which consisted of only three simple symbols. It was the covert code agreed upon by the Special Operations Team, indicating a change in circumstances, a change in plans, and to await further instructions.

“What happened? Was he discovered?” Wu Chenghe’s expression turned serious as he asked, “Should we go near the gate to check? I can sense his consciousness cloud.”

“He told us to wait for his message.” Jin Xuan thought for a moment and said, “Let’s not go there, so as not to cause trouble for him. Let’s go back to the hotel first. Our equipment is there. He said he’d find a way to send a message out, and I’ll seize the opportunity to establish a connection with him.”

Time was of the essence, and the two immediately boarded the shuttle bus back to the hotel. Jin Xuan took out a pile of peculiar-shaped parts from the luggage compartment and swiftly assembled a device. He explained to Wu Chenghe, “Although the area Yin Bo entered is an information blackout zone, it doesn’t mean there’s no communication with the outside world. They’ve just set permissions so that only certain locations and special individuals can access the communication network.”

Wu Chenghe nodded in understanding. The place was so heavily defended; it was likely the control center of Tartaros, where the information network was undoubtedly highly developed, but tightly controlled.

“Yin Bo went in light, without any equipment in hand, but he will find a way to contact me. When the time comes, I’ll seize the opportunity to connect to their network and find an available route for him.” Jin Xuan quickly adjusted the equipment and clapped his hands. “Alright, now all we can do is wait.”

And wait they did, for nearly four hours. When Yin Bo’s call came in, Jin Xuan immediately initiated tracking and infiltration programs, remotely installing his homemade hacking software into the information network of the restricted area. Of course, Yin Bo wasn’t a pushover either. At the end of the conversation, Jin Xuan also received the information packet he secretly transmitted.

“He should be at our target location, temporarily detained, but safe.” After ending the communication, Jin Xuan’s tense expression relaxed slightly. He opened the information packet sent by Yin Bo and found it to be a jumble of everything: handwritten messages, photos taken with smart eyes, and conversations recorded by implanted cochlear implants…

Wu Chenghe’s eyes were spinning from all the information. “He’s too amazing! He’s like a mobile information collector! He’s a treasure trove!”

“Of course, he’s originally responsible for this.” Jin Xuan first opened the photos taken with the smart eyes, quickly browsing through them, and said, “‘X-X,’ this area is highly classified, just like the Second Army Headquarters. Tartaros must be hiding some huge secrets.”

Flipping through the pages rapidly, Wu Chenghe stood behind him and suddenly saw several portraits in the group of photos. His heart skipped a beat. “Wait, go back. Let me see that photo again.”

Jin Xuan turned back, froze the frame. Wu Chenghe’s pupils contracted, and he exclaimed, “I know this person!”

“You know him?” Jin Xuan was surprised. He pulled up the front-facing photo of the person and enlarged it. “Have you seen him before?”

Wu Chenghe carefully examined the person’s appearance, nodded after a while, and said, “I know him. His name is Kazumi Koyama, a visiting scientist at the St. Martin Research Center, a genius in embryology and genetics.”

“Embryology?” Jin Xuan’s expression changed. “You mean…”

Wu Chenghe met his gaze and nodded. “Yes, he participated in the research of the stolen batch of embryonic interference drugs.”

In fact, there were many things he hadn’t said. This man named Kazumi Koyama was not only a scientist but also a hidden guide. More than two years ago, when Wu Chenghe was interning at St. Martin, he had seen him once.

Kazumi Koyama was a famous child prodigy in the Federation. He obtained his doctorate in embryology and genetics at the age of ten and became a visiting scientist at St. Martin at the age of twenty. Now twenty-nine years old, he was already one of the core figures in the research institute. He was also a strong guide nurtured by Sienna from a young age, just like Mu, one of the top figures in the Free Guide Organization.

He used to work for a famous pharmaceutical company and spent one to two months each year participating in St. Martin’s research projects. During Wu Chenghe’s internship, he happened to be in a secret laboratory in Zeus City, researching the batch of embryonic interference agents. Later, when the agents were stolen, he seemed to have had a quarrel with Mu, but Wu Chenghe was not present at the time, so he didn’t know why they quarreled.

“But why would he be in Tartaros? Has his identity been exposed? Impossible. He’s a resident of Twin City. Even if he were caught, he wouldn’t be sent to Tartaros, at most to Tungusic. Could it be… a dreadful thought crossed Wu Chenghe’s mind: has he betrayed us? Joined General Lancer? Heavens, if he’s betrayed the Free Guide organization to the Second Army, Sienna, Dean Mu, including the President and the Federation, will face a colossal disaster!

“Why would he be in Tartaros?” Jin Xuan shared Wu Chenghe’s perplexity. “Is it because he couldn’t get the drugs, so Lancer captured the developer?”

“I don’t know,” Wu Chenghe shook his head. “I’ve looked into his profile. He’s based in Zeus City, a chief engineer at a pharmaceutical company. It’s absolutely impossible for him to be associated with the Voyager Army. There must be something fishy going on… Can I contact Dean Mu? Maybe he knows something.”

“I can try to figure something out,” Jin Xuan frowned. “But first, let’s sort out the messages sent by Yin Bo and then plan our next move.”

For the next hour, the two listened to the recordings sent by Yin Bo. When Wu Chenghe heard Haynes saying that Kazumi Koyama willingly assisted them in their research, he and Jin Xuan exchanged shocked glances.

“He volunteered?” Jin Xuan exclaimed incredulously. “How is that possible? Even if he agreed to provide formulas and samples to Lancer, how could he agree to them finding him a sentinel and experimenting on his child?”

Wu Chenghe also couldn’t believe it. “That’s impossible. Kazumi Koyama is a very proud person. There’s no way he would accept such a proposition… There’s definitely something wrong here.” He racked his brain, recalling the only time he had met Kazumi Koyama, but unfortunately, he had been too preoccupied with observing the chameleon and hadn’t delved into understanding Kazumi Koyama’s character.

Well, in less than half a day, he wouldn’t have been able to understand much even if he had tried.

“I think we need to contact Dean Mu,” Wu Chenghe said. “Or should you report this to your superiors?”

Jin Xuan pondered for a moment and said, “Let’s contact Dean Mu. He knows you’re here, but let’s be cautious and not disclose our plans.”

Wu Chenghe agreed. Jin Xuan opened his personal terminal, bypassed several relays, and finally used an unfamiliar person’s ID to dial into Mu’s communication line. For safety, they opted for audio only.

Mu was feeding his daughter, who was about to turn one year old, and had already started running around like crazy. Sounds of utensils clinking and Mu’s cheerful “Bazahui!” filled the line intermittently.

Without wasting time on pleasantries, Wu Chenghe briefly greeted Mu and asked if he had any recent news about Kazumi Koyama.

“Kazumi Koyama? He’s based in Zeus City and only comes to the center for research for a month in the second half of the year,” Mu said. “I haven’t seen him for several months. Why, is there something wrong with him?”

Wu Chenghe hesitated for a moment and said, “He brought the embryo disruptor formula to the Voyager Army’s Second Army and is planning to experiment on himself.”

There was a thud from Mu’s side, as if he had dropped a cup of water, followed by his astonished voice, “He’s with the Voyager Army? Heavens! How… neither Sienna nor I knew about this. This wasn’t a decision from the center!” After a pause, he asked, “Do you have confirmed information? Has he already used the drug on himself? Did he find a woman?”

“Not yet,” Wu Chenghe replied. “They’ve found him a sentinel, a male-“

“Heavens!” Mu exclaimed. “Is he out of his mind? Even if he wants to join the Voyager Army, he wouldn’t go as far as experimenting on himself. Isn’t he afraid of death? That disruptor hasn’t even been tested on live subjects. How dare he use it on himself!”

“Wait a minute,” Wu Chenghe detected something amiss in his words. “You said he wants to join the Voyager Army. Did you know about this idea before?”

Mu remained silent for a moment and then said, “Yes, he… is a radical. Because our research progress has been slow, he once suggested cooperating with the Voyager Army.”

Mu’s words were cryptic, but Wu Chenghe understood in an instant—the so-called radicals were a faction within the Free Guide organization, and Kazumi Koyama had always been one of their representatives.

For over a hundred years, the Free Guide organization hadn’t been a monolith. Through their long struggle, they had formed several factions. There were the traditionalists, advocating for maintaining the organization’s traditions and living discreetly, self-sufficiently. Then there were the moderates, who tended to trust the federal government, like Mu and Sienna. They advocated for active communication with Congress and the Cabinet, even collaboration to change the societal status of guides. And then there was a more hardline faction: the radicals. They believed guides were the pinnacle of human evolution and would one day control sentinels, leading humanity into a new era of liberation. So, they focused on increasing the number of guides, enhancing their offensive capabilities and control, and advocated for guides to join the military and politics, occupying the upper echelons of society.

Kazumi Koyama was a typical radical, and of course, a very powerful offensive-type guide.

Initially, guides had been in a weak position. Although these three major factions had their own ideologies, there hadn’t been any substantial conflicts. Everyone’s unified goal was to provide shelter for Free Guides, enhance their self-defense capabilities, and increase guide birth rates. However, since the Black Pearl Incident, some radicals had started expressing different views, believing that the federation was too weak to even ensure the basic safety of its citizens. They argued that only with the help of the powerful Voyager Army could guides change their survival situation rapidly.

The temporarily commandeered line was very unstable. Wu Chenghe and Mu quickly exchanged information before disconnecting the call. Because Jin Xuan was present, Wu Chenghe couldn’t delve too deeply into the matters of the Free Guide organization. He could only vaguely inform Mu that the organization might face the danger of massive exposure and advised him to prepare early.

“After the conversation, Dean said that Kazumi Koyama had shown a tendency to cooperate with the Voyager Army a long time ago,” Wu Chenghe told Jin Xuan. “So when Haynes mentioned ‘voluntary,’ it might be true.” He paused for a moment before continuing, “But even if he did willingly cooperate, at most, it would be providing formulas and drugs voluntarily. It’s impossible for him to agree to participate in live experiments willingly. He’s one of the top scientists in the industry and should be well aware of the risks involved. No one would willingly use their body and offspring for experiments. He shouldn’t have gone crazy to that extent.”

“There’s only one possibility,” Jin Xuan said in a grave tone. “He’s been manipulated by Lancer.”

“You mean…” Wu Chenghe began to understand. Jin Xuan nodded, “Yes, initially, he probably only wanted to provide formulas and have Lancer provide research support. But when Lancer discovered that he himself was a guide, they simply detained him and made him conduct experiments with his own drugs.”

Wu Chenghe widened his eyes in disbelief. “That’s impossible. How could Lancer do such a thing? If Kazumi Koyama actively joined them, then…”

“What’s impossible for them? For the sake of their interests, these people are capable of anything,” Jin Xuan snorted coldly. “The Voyager Army has become thoroughly corrupt from the core. Democracy, human rights, freedom—anything that stands in their way can be trampled upon! Hannibal is the best example. Lancer… hmph, Lancer has been nurturing Hannibal all along. They’re all the same!”

Wu Chenghe fell silent, indeed, what happened to him was extremely disturbing, but compared to Hannibal, Lancer’s manipulation of Kazumi Koyama was nothing.

“And there are too few guides. Where could they find people for clinical trials?” Jin Xuan continued, “The guides in the Voyager Army all have their masters. Whether they are high-ranking officials or politicians, why would Lancer harm their own subordinates? That would be cutting off their own arm. Kazumi Koyama is a Free Guide, unmarked. He came with drugs himself. How could they not accept? What promises, guarantees? In the face of interests, they’re as fragile as a piece of paper.”

Wu Chenghe pondered for a while and had to admit that Jin Xuan made sense.

“So, he should be coerced into it now, forced to accept Lancer’s arrangements?” Wu Chenghe asked. “Yin Bo is fully compatible with him. He can’t resist at all; he can only establish a bond with him. Heavens, what should we do with Yin Bo? If he marks Kazumi Koyama, will he be exiled in the future?”

“Not necessarily,” Jin Xuan shook his head. “The law specifies that in some cases, sentinels have exemptions, and Jin Zhe is also working on reforming the ‘Guide Protection Act’. If we can take down the Second Army this time, regain control of the federation, our military achievements will definitely be substantial, and there will still be room for maneuver.”

With that, Wu Chenghe felt slightly relieved. Regardless, he didn’t want anything to happen to Yin Bo. If Yin Bo could mark Kazumi Koyama, perhaps they could utilize their submissiveness to suppress him… Wait, Kazumi Koyama was a strong guide, with mental power second only to Mu. Who would control whom was still uncertain!

Thinking of this, a sudden realization dawned on Wu Chenghe. “I’ve figured it out. The reason Kazumi Koyama accepted Lancer’s provision of a sentinel isn’t just because he couldn’t resist; perhaps he’s trying to find himself a weapon!”

“A weapon?” Jin Xuan was puzzled. 

“Yes, he’s also looking for a sentinel for himself! Haynes mentioned that he has a unique constitution, and they’ve been unable to find someone who can trigger his estrus. It’s not because Kazumi Koyama’s constitution is truly unique, but because his control is very strong. He can screen out sentinels with compatibility below 95% by controlling himself,” Wu Chenghe explained.

Jin Xuan suddenly understood. “Yes, he’s waiting for a 100% compatible sentinel. Only with a completely compatible partner can he achieve perfect resonance and be completely controlled by him!”

“That’s right,” Wu Chenghe nodded. “He’s interested in Yin Bo because of their high compatibility, and Yin Bo is a powerful black panther sentinel. Once controlled by him, they possess tremendous destructive power.”

Jin Xuan looked at Wu Chenghe, the more he thought about it, the more he felt that this matter was full of countless unknown variables. Could Yin Bo exploit Kazumi Koyama and collaborate with him to completely take down the research institute, or even the Second Army? And could Kazumi Koyama, in turn, use Yin Bo to break through the institute’s blockade and escape?

Both of them were so powerful, who would end up controlling whom?

But looking at it from another perspective, their current goals were the same—to resist the research institute!

Wu Chenghe obviously also thought of this. He looked at Jin Xuan, and with a slight touch of their thoughts, they knew what each other was thinking. They exchanged smiles, both wearing expressions of “Wow, this is amazing.”

“What do we do now?” Wu Chenghe asked Jin Xuan.

“We wait for news from Yin Bo. I’ve already intervened in the communication system of the restricted area. When Yin Bo is alone, I’ll find a way to contact them,” Jin Xuan said. “But before that, we have some other things to take care of.” He connected with the supply officer’s communication and said, “I promised to help him gain favor, and we need to play up to him a bit. We’ve spent so much money; it’s time for the supply officer to contribute.”

Wu Chenghe agreed. Stirring up more chaos at this time would be beneficial. By involving the supply officer and General Yuri, they could buy more time.

Jin Xuan dialed the supply officer’s phone and told him about Yin Bo being imprisoned, asking for his help in smoothing things over. The supply officer was a bit embarrassed when he heard that it was someone from the “X-X” area who had caught them, but he eventually agreed to help. “I’ll go find out… Ah, he’s really careless. How could he go to such a place!”

“You know, he’s a bit directionally challenged, but he means well,” Jin Xuan said with a hint of anxiety. “I originally wanted to leave him in Tianque. It’s all because of you, Big Brother, that he insisted on following us here. We’re unfamiliar with the area, relying entirely on your help.”

With Jin Xuan’s words, the supply officer felt the weight on his shoulders multiply several times. “Okay, I’ll do my best.”

After ending the call, Wu Chenghe asked Jin Xuan, “Do you think he can help?”

“We don’t know yet, but he definitely wants to get Yin Bo out,” Jin Xuan said. “Yin Bo is irresistible when he starts his charm offensive. Male or female, everyone falls for him. The supply officer has been tantalized by him for so long but hasn’t gotten anywhere with him. He’s burning with frustration and will definitely do his utmost to cause trouble… Let him stir up trouble. We might be able to use him.”

Wu Chenghe marveled at Yin Bo’ talent for seduction. Some people just had that gift—just their body language alone could drive people wild, harboring endless fantasies about the third base… In reality, probably none of them ever got to third base.

“All right, don’t worry, they’re still counting on Yin Bo to have children with Kazumi Koyama, so they won’t mistreat him,” Jin Xuan comforted Wu Chenghe, patting his head. As a medical student, the life of a special agent was too harsh for him. Well, it was better to settle things quickly, earn enough military merits, and marry him. That way, he could hide him in a safe place and protect him completely.

“Let’s order something to eat. We’ll probably be on watch for a long time tonight,” Jin Xuan said, opening the room’s main control system to order dinner from the hotel restaurant. Wu Chenghe browsed through the holographic menu and sighed, “I wonder what Yin Bo eats, and if the food is any good…”

Yin Bo’ food was even better than they imagined—absolutely fantastic! However, the way he ate was a bit awkward.

In the X-X Institute, Yin Bo sat alone in a spacious dining room. In front of him was an exquisite Japanese kaiseki meal—sushi, sashimi, chawanmushi… It was rare for such a remote place like Tartaros to produce such decent Japanese cuisine, showing how well they treated Kazumi Koyama.

However, what Yin Bo liked the most was Chinese cuisine, especially after experiencing Jin Xuan’s authentic cooking skills.

Sitting opposite him on the chair was a holographic projection of Kazumi Koyama, while he himself was in another dining room in the building. This was Haynes’ idea—to allow them to communicate normally without triggering their bonding heat. What’s more, their communication would be recorded by the holographic system, ensuring no information leakage.

Yin Bo didn’t mind this “dinner together” arrangement. He calmly picked up the teacup and gestured to Kazumi Koyama, “It’s an honor to have dinner with you.”

Kazumi Koyama smiled faintly, his eyes cold, as he also picked up the teacup. “Please, do take care of me.”

His bonding heat had completely dissipated, and he exuded a sense of arrogance and detachment typical of intellectuals, combined with the mystery of an Easterner. Although he was slim with fair skin, he had a very rigid masculine demeanor, with an aura that was no less than that of an ordinary sentinel.

Yin Bo had to admit, he was a very charismatic man.

 

 

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