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However, this way, the focus of suspicion can basically fall entirely on Weber.
Thinking of this, Rafe quickened his pace and hurried back to the control room, because Weber was still there.
Marne had no idea what Rafe was thinking, nor did he care what Rafe was thinking.
Because of Rafe's plan, Maen already knew about it, and no matter what Rafe thought, Maen would still take precautions in the end.
It is a good habit to never place your hopes on the enemy's mistakes.
Chapter 196 Marx and Engels fanned the flames, Director: The Boss's Mouth!
Marx and Engels have always had a habit of not placing their hopes on the enemy's mistakes.
Being cautious, he naturally wouldn't let his observations and predictions of the enemy's actions prevent him from taking precautions against them.
Not to mention, he already knew that Rafe was planning to wipe out Chaldea in one fell swoop.
That's why Marx and Engels were so enthusiastic about their work just now.
To dispel Rafe's suspicions, he believed the best way was to get on the enemy's kill list.
Only if he's on this kill list will Rafe stop suspecting him.
After all, since the target is to be killed anyway, it would be redundant to suspect the person being killed.
That's why Marx and Engels acted so enthusiastically and proactively, as if they wanted to do their part for the world.
That was all an act for Rafe; Maen wanted to deliberately get himself on the opponent's kill list.
While this won't completely dispel Rafe's attention, it's at least much less than suspicion, making it easier for him to take other actions later.
Wouldn't that be even more dangerous?
Marx and Engels said, "It's just a bomb, not an atomic bomb. How dangerous could it be?"
Even atomic bombs didn't faze Marx and Engels, let alone ordinary TNT.
They returned to the workshop with adult Rin and Mashu, passing the time until they finished get off work in the evening.
Not long after Marne returned to his room, Weber approached him.
Ma En raised an eyebrow, opened the door to let the other person in, locked the door again, and then asked, "How's it going on your end? Have you found anything?"
"I guess so, we have a suspect now." Uncle nodded, raising his hand to rub his slightly sore eyes.
“That Professor Rafe is quite suspicious. Olga Marie trusts him too much. He has been involved in all matters, big and small, of Chaldea. If there were really problems in Chaldea, he couldn’t possibly not have noticed.”
"Or, if Chaldea really has a problem, then he also has a problem. He is hiding something, or he was involved in it personally, or he was an accomplice or accessory who helped cover it up."
Afterward, Weber explained his reasons for doubting Rafe, and he became quite thirsty as he spoke.
Marne poured a glass of water, but as Weber reached out to take it, he took a sip instead.
Weber: “…”
The two exchanged a glance, and then Weber skipped over Marne and unceremoniously picked up the kettle and poured himself a glass.
"The reason Olga Marie trusts Rafe so much is mainly because Rafe was originally the former director's assistant, that is, her father's assistant. After she inherited Chaldea, it was Rafe who helped her secure the position of director."
Mar and Eng acted as if nothing had happened, casually providing a message.
Of course, this wasn't something he offered voluntarily; rather, the topic came up during a casual conversation with Mash earlier that day. Even if Marn hadn't mentioned it, Waver could have found out from the adult Rin.
"And the most interesting thing is that the former director, Marisbury, was assassinated in this Chaldea by an unknown person, and the identity of the murderer has not been found to this day."
While Weber was processing the information above, Marn chuckled and dropped another bombshell.
Weber paused for a moment, then exclaimed in surprise, "You mean, the murderer might be Rafe?"
"He killed Marisbury because he was not easily fooled, and then he supported Olga Marie, who was still an immature young girl at the time, to take power, thereby indirectly controlling the entire Chaldea?"
Ma En shrugged: "We can't rule out that possibility. Of course, this is just speculation based on your suspicions. The truth remains to be confirmed."
Marisbury, the former director of Chaldea, died for reasons that Marne himself did not know.
All that is known is that he was not killed by someone else, but committed suicide because someone appeared in front of him, and Maris Billy, who had anticipated this, simply took his own life.
Although we don't understand Marisbury's move, that doesn't stop Marne from making a fuss about it.
He was happy to see Webber and Rafe tear each other apart; at least that way, the two suspicious guys wouldn't have the energy to pay attention to him anymore.
Weber lowered his head in thought, and the more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed, and his suspicions about Rafe grew stronger.
He then looked up and asked, "Besides this, have you found anything else?"
Ma En pondered for a moment and said, "Some of the Masters in Group A are quite strange. Either their background information is fake, or they have a history of bad deeds."
"However, they were all personally selected by the former director, so they can't be called suspicious, but they are still a bit hard to understand."
Weber nodded: "I understand. You can handle that. I'll keep an eye on Rafe for now."
After that, the two parted ways, and Weber went back to his room to avoid being seen by others.
Nothing much happened for the next two days. Chaldea was still busy operating, while Mar and Eng went to work and left work as usual, basically just killing time.
Webber, on the other hand, was at odds with Rafe, always using the pretext of inspection to loiter around Rafe and monitor his every move.
The result was naturally fruitless. Apart from making Rafe feel somewhat constrained and annoyed, it also made Rafe even more certain that Webber had come to cause him trouble.
Today, Marne was summoned to the director's office and met Olga Marie.
This time, because Webber was clinging to Rafe, Rafe, in order to avoid suspicion, did not accompany her and met with Marne alone.
"I heard from Rafe that you're planning to build a database of Heroic Spirits, is that right?"
Olga Marie didn't waste any words and went straight to the point.
Ma En scratched his head and said, "We do have that plan, but it depends on how you arrange it, Director. Is that convenient for you?"
Olga Marie frowned slightly, displeased with Marne's casual attitude. Remembering his previous behavior, she couldn't tolerate it any longer and slammed her hand on the table, shouting:
"This is working hours! What kind of attitude is this?! Be serious!"
Ma En shrugged nonchalantly and said, "Even if you say that, there's nothing I can do. That's just my personality. Being serious is not my thing."
Olga Marie immediately felt offended and shouted angrily, "You dare to talk back! Stand still!"
Mar and Eng stood at attention reluctantly, but their expressions were still very rich, making it seem as if they weren't serious at all.
Olga Marie stormed out from behind her desk, stood in front of Marne, stared intently at him, and said coldly, "Looks like you won't know what to do unless I teach you a lesson."
Chapter 197 Marx and Engels: What about the trust between them!
Upon hearing this, Marne's expression suddenly changed. Olga Marie was pleased with herself, but Marne's next words completely froze her.
"This isn't a good idea, Chief. Although I know I'm a very charming man, and we're about the same age, it would be bad if we were caught doing something like this in broad daylight."
"..."
Olga Marie was stunned for a moment before she came to her senses, her face instantly turning bright red.
"What kind of nonsense are you thinking, you bastard! Are you trying to seduce me?! You perverted narcissist!"
As she spoke, Olga Marie threw a punch at her.
With a slight tilt of his head, Ma En dodged what he considered a slow and weak attack.
Then she smiled slightly and said, "Shy? Well, after all, the director has been staying in Chaldea and rarely interacts with people her own age. Even if she has feelings for someone, she is still a girl. I've been so blunt with you, it's normal for her to be shy."
As he said this, Mar and Eng nodded with a look of deep agreement, indicating their consent to his statement.
"You guy!"
Olga Marie was furious at Marne's shameless attitude and attacked him repeatedly with punches and kicks, but Marne easily dodged them all.
"Damn it! If you're so capable, don't try to hide!"
Olga Marie hadn't expected Marne to be so skilled. Seeing Marne looking so relaxed while she was panting heavily, she glared at him through gritted teeth, her eyes seeming as if she wanted to tear a piece of flesh off him.
"If you want to hit me, I'll naturally dodge. If you're so capable, let's be gentlemen and use words instead of fists."
"Who says you're a gentleman?! You don't deserve that title! Besides, I'm a woman!"
Olga Marie would not give up so easily, nor would she argue with Marne, because she vaguely understood Marne's eloquence and knew that she had probably said something to him.
She immediately resorted to magic tricks, only then remembering that Maren's file stated that his magic skills were only mediocre.
Hmph! So what if you're skilled? If your magic is bad, you'll still get beaten up by a magician!
Marne hadn't expected Olga Marie to jump up and start acting like a liar so quickly.
Feeling a slight binding force on his body, and not wanting to expose too much for the time being, Ma En had no choice but to give up resisting. His hands and feet were bound by magic, and he stood there blankly.
To appease the other party as quickly as possible, Ma En even cooperated by putting on an indignant expression.
"You're despicable! If you can't beat them, you resort to magic!"
"Hmph, despicable? I don't think so. Otherwise, what's the point of learning magic tricks?"
Olga Marie was immediately smug, and as she spoke, she moved closer to Marne and extended her hand.
"What the hell are you doing?! Meow!"
Ma En struggled to his feet, but before the other person could touch him, he collapsed and writhed on the ground.
"Pfft! Hahaha, that's hilarious! Weren't you so arrogant just now? Come on, show me how arrogant you can be again."
Olga Marie burst out laughing instantly, feeling a sense of relief as she watched Marne writhe on the ground.
Upon hearing these words, Marne's face darkened in perfect unison, and he gave up struggling.
"Hmph, bring it on, do whatever you want. Ma En won't even flinch. I'll just take this as a sign of affection, and it's not so bad to be loved by you."
Olga Marie was shocked that Marne would dare to say such nonsense, and was about to lash out again, but then she remembered Marne's statement.
If I hit him or scold him now, wouldn't that be the same as loving and caring for him?!
Thinking about it, she quickly held back, but she still felt a bit stifled.
It was clear that Marx and Engels had an expression of utter defiance, yet they were also somewhat helpless and unsure of what to do.
Finally, she could only snort coldly and say, "Hmph! Miss doesn't want to touch you, you narcissist. You just stay here and reflect on your actions."
After saying that, she ignored Maren and went back behind her desk to deal with other things.