Full-Time Public Enemy-Chapter 739 - Five Hundred and Sixteen: Human-like

Qiu Wuben slowly sat down, then he sternly ordered his two subordinates, "No one is to leave, no one is to use any communication devices!"

Apu cried out, "Director, are you just going to believe whatever he says?"

Qiu Wuben angrily scolded, "Idiot! At a time like this, if you don't follow orders, you'll be the prime suspect!"

Apu grew flustered and wanted to argue back—but when he turned around, he saw Chen Gu's cold eyes. In an instant, it was as if a bucket of ice water had been poured over his head.

Chen Gu quietly looked at him. "The suspicion on you is already very serious. Even if you comply with the orders now, the subsequent investigation will be inevitable and certainly very strict!

"If you continue to cause trouble at such a critical time, I will not hesitate to execute first and report later!"

Apu muttered something under his breath that no one could hear clearly, but he obediently took his seat.

Such a workplace old-timer liked to push his 'seniority' around and act superior due to age, but he was not really a fool. He was very aware that Chen Gu had not reached the Sixth Energy Level simply by clinging to coattails—it was just his own mediocrity that bred jealousy, preventing him from accepting and facing reality.

"Very well," said Chen Gu, and he too sat down. "Before the support from the military and the headquarters arrives, no one is allowed to leave, myself included!"

The matter was significant and required careful handling.

Chen Gu recalled the situation he had "seen" using Quantum Divination, repeatedly scrutinizing details in his mind and pondering various strategies.

Chen Gu saw someone enter the warehouse, and it turned out to be the workshop director! The timing chosen was also very appropriate; it was the night shift change, the exact time when the workshop director was supposed to have stolen the Titan Jade.

Once "he" entered the workshop, his body disintegrated into countless tiny bugs—resembling iron wireworms.

Then, these bugs enveloped the raw materials and re-formed into a human shape. Their appearance slowly altered until they looked like a team of patrolling security guards, and just like that, they walked out openly.

The raw materials were hidden inside their bodies.

There were no surveillance cameras in the workshop and warehouse, mainly to facilitate such embezzlement. The surveillance equipment on the outside only captured images of the workshop director and the security guards, providing no leads.

Even if the individuals themselves saw these surveillance videos, they wouldn't be able to remember clearly enough and would mistake the figures for themselves.

Those strange wireworm-like bugs had never appeared before, and they possessed a terrifying mimicry ability, allowing them to infiltrate human society and engage in various espionage activities.

Since when had the bugs become so intelligent? Chen Gu wondered.

Moreover, the bugs only stole one type of material: Orphra. It was a high-polymer material with high strength and toughness, its overall performance far exceeding that of ordinary steel.

What do these bugs want with this material? Chen Gu had an ominous feeling.

Four hours later, a military fleet arrived, sealing off the entire Nie Dun 6 planet from outer space. Seven hours later, support from the Rainbow-led headquarters arrived, bringing not only dozens of special agents but also entire operational and cleanup groups.

Upon arrival at the warehouse, the first question Rainbow asked was, "Where are they?"

Chen Gu stood up. "Follow me." He then apologized to Qiu Wuben, "Director Qiu, I'm sorry, but due to the severity of the incident on your planet, none of you can participate in any actions for now."

Qiu Wuben managed a smile. "As it should be."

With a wave of her hand, Rainbow had several special agents come in and escort the three of them out. In front of an Eighth Energy Level, Apu was as obedient as a grandson.

"Lead the way, we set off!" Rainbow then said to Chen Gu.

Chen Gu nodded slowly. This operation might incur heavy losses, he thought. Chen Jixian and Wu Yihuo came to meet him. Chen Gu had originally wanted Wu Yihuo to stay behind, but considering the environmental challenges of the upcoming operation, Wu Yihuo might be able to help.

About sixty kilometers west of the Pine Mountain Garment Factory, there was a small town with a population of about 20,000, mainly living off the farms and ranches surrounding it.

The buildings in the town were not tall, but large agricultural machinery was parked in front of each house. The agricultural machinery of this era also tended towards a Mecha style, but it was patched up and seemed old and worn out.

Leading the way were Rainbow, Chen Gu, and Chen Jixian, followed by a full 80 elite special agents. Behind them were four large operational groups, each consisting of 300 fully-armed warriors.

Further back was a military army, a total of 30,000 troops. The cleanup group mingled with the troops and tightly surrounded the entire town from the outskirts.

Rainbow suddenly stopped. It was evening, and some of the large agricultural machines, having just finished their farm work, were roaring as they returned to their homes.

From some houses, the scent of dinner was already wafting out.

It was an absolute picture of "peaceful living" and "mundane life."

Rainbow took a deep breath, and her strong spiritual power spread out from her as the center. Chen Gu, being by her side, was clearly aware of it. However, as it spread further, this spiritual power coverage grew tenuous.

A few minutes later, Rainbow's eyes revealed a deep sorrow. "Take action. There's not a single human being in the entire town!"