Once inside, the trio sat on the floor with some overly compressed cushions that smelled funny. Anji did not question the state of the apartment lab. If anything, it would partially explain why the academic zone disease was running rampant in this claustrophobic living rat maze. Many diseases thrived in places that lacked sanitation. It would be the first thing she had to rectify. Thankfully, it was what Researcher Xi was interested in.
"Pardon the poor hospitality. I'd offer you alcohol, but we are in the presence of a child," she apologised. "I don't have tea, but would you like some water?"
Refusing at once, Senior Researcher Mo cut to the chase.
"I will be bringing Anji back after lunch. If you need anything, you have about four hours to get it done. There will not be a second chance and absolutely no extension. Bringing her here to meet you is my biggest concession."
