After a few seconds of tense silence, both the government and the military finally backed down—one after the other.
By then, the commotion had already drawn a crowd. People stood at a distance, quietly watching the authorities argue.
If the conflict continued, it would only damage their reputation. So, they agreed to settle down and discuss things properly.
"How about this—each official may enter with one guard," General Reid suggested.
The officials were ready to object; one guard each seemed too few. But then they caught sight of Dr. Cee's darkened expression.
His sharp gaze sent a clear message: Enough.
To him, this argument was pointless.
What truly stirred his interest now was learning more about the mutated cat.
"I won't argue with you anymore. Let's begin," an official finally conceded, though his tone still carried contempt.
Soon after, they entered the meeting room and saw several military officers already seated, along with representatives from the Paradise Shop.
