It was a serene day for Eric as he lounged in the sun with Sylvia, savoring afternoon tea.

The following morning, Ruth sent over crucial data. After days of meticulous effort, they finally traced the virus' origin. Regrettably, the initial infected individual had already succumbed to the illness. Consequently, the Combat Department grew increasingly convinced that the virus had been intentionally unleashed.

Coincidentally, the outbreak coincided with a large exhibition hosted in Dortmund City, providing an ideal opportunity for the virus to spread.

Upon checking the data, Eric even began to harbor suspicions regarding the Oberdeens' involvement. If indeed they were implicated, it would suggest the existence of other collaborators aiding them in profiteering from this dire situation.

However, the complexity of the matter far exceeded Eric's initial estimations.

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A few days later, an urgent report arrived from the Combat Department.

"We have uncovered a grave case of confidential