He had gained more than he had lost, so far. He hadn't seen Xiao Xing'er for a long time since she went to Elder Hua's place, and he couldn't ask her for things.
Director Xu was still hesitant after hearing what Uncle Gu said, and as he was about to persuade him again, he saw Gu Zhongli let the chicken release the researcher. Gu Zhongli squatted there and looked at the person, asking, "Why did you do this? And what's going on with the design drafts?"
Director Xu felt a little ashamed. Even if he knew the person had problems, they probably wouldn't tell the truth if asked directly. To everyone's surprise, the person actually admitted it and explained the reasons.
"Why? Why can she have a research lab all to herself? Where did she come from? I endured so much hardship to become a researcher in the institute! Even as the lowest-level researcher, I had to start by doing chores. I finally made it this far, but I still have to share with others! What about her? Dropped in from goodness knows where? And she has her own independent research lab. The institute's resources, too, whatever she wants, they give it to her. Me? I have to wait until others are done with it to use it! Why? Is she just prettier than me? What else does she have? I studied abroad, am I worse than some local girl from China?"
"So, because of jealousy, you falsely accused her of stealing your design drafts?" Director Xu also asked directly. The idea that she wouldn't answer honestly had vanished.
"So what? Once she's gone, I can apply for a research lab. My designs are already in the experimental stage, and I'll be able to lead a team soon! What's the use of someone who just parachuted in? It's better to make way for me! After all, I'm a proper researcher, what is she? Hehehehe~ She'll be gone soon, she's a spy, only spies steal from research labs. She's finished, hahahahaha!"
Ji Xingmi frowned. "The items have already been taken for experimentation?" she asked Director Xu.
Director Xu paused and thought before saying, "A batch of weapons was taken for experimentation today, and the results haven't come back yet!"
"Uncle, you should go to the testing grounds and take a look. I'm afraid..."
Uncle Gu's heart tightened upon hearing this. He looked at Elder Ye, who nodded without hesitation. Uncle Gu then left with his men. Elder Ye said to Director Xu, who hadn't fully grasped the situation yet, "The matter is clear now, this is a frame-up. I'll take the person with me, and you handle the follow-up."
"Huh? Why are you taking her? I can just dismiss her and send her back!"
"That won't do. She's suspected of framing a Major General of our military, so this matter will go to a military court. Furthermore, what she's made could potentially injure my personnel, so this needs to be assessed. She cannot leave for now. This is no longer something your institute can handle. It's best that I take her."
"Major General?" Many people exclaimed in surprise. A Major General? Who? This young lady standing here? No wonder she had guards and a gun! Such a young Major General? Director Xu was also a bit astonished. It seemed she wasn't just well-connected, but also very capable herself! And calling Gu Fox Uncle, she must have connections too. Her surname is Ji? Could it be...?
Seeing that the situation was resolved, Ji Xingmi took her people back to rest. She needed sleep and no one was to disturb her, otherwise, she would truly explode. As for the chips in the research lab, she had put them away. The other things wouldn't cause much trouble if they looked at them.
However, she didn't know that after learning her identity and witnessing her methods, the researchers wouldn't dare to do anything! A Major General, are you kidding? This is the military, she could order this building to be demolished with a single word! Can't afford to offend, can't afford to offend. And that pill, once taken, it makes you answer whatever is asked. Some people were curious and went in to ask what color underwear the person was wearing. Normally, she would have scratched them, but today she answered obediently.
Some people wanted to test it further, but the person was immediately taken away, so they dispersed. Many people discussed it privately. This was unavoidable; where there are people, there is gossip! As it turned out, news arrived just before noon: her experiment had failed. What's more, there were injuries!
Ji Xingmi returned to the research building in the afternoon. She encountered many people in the corridor, all of whom greeted her. Ji Xingmi politely returned their greetings.
After entering the research lab, Ji Xingmi began to get busy. But before she could work for long, Director Xu received the news and came over, accompanied by Uncle Gu.
"Xiao Xing'er~"
"I don't have any! I don't have anything! Ask Mushroom if you don't believe me. I only brought clothes when I came!"
Uncle Gu's mouth twitched at her words. Was this how he was perceived? She asked him for things the moment he arrived? But he was indeed here for something this time. Besides, what did she mean by having nothing? Where did the Truth-Telling Pill come from? He would be a fool to believe her.
"For this experiment, although the person is out of danger, they still have extensive burns. Can you give me some of that ointment Jing Nian used last time?"
"Oh, I really didn't bring any. And I already gave you the formula. Don't you have it there now?"
"It's just that I don't think it works as well as the ointment you gave. This child is getting married in about a month, but look at him now..."
"Then ask Jing Nian, has he used it all up?"
"You really don't have any?"
"I really didn't bring any. After giving out the formula, I basically stopped making this medicine, as it can be bought elsewhere."
"Jing Nian isn't here recently."
Ji Xingmi said helplessly, "Sigh~ I really... every time I see you, you trick me. I'll write you a list, you bring the medicinal herbs, and I'll make it for you."
Uncle Gu then reverted to his usual mischievous self and asked, "Hehehe, speaking of which, do you have any interesting medicines lately?"
"No, do I look like I have time to make them?"
"Should I send it to your residence or the research lab?"
"Send it to my residence. I'll be going back tonight!"
"Okay!"
Ji Xingmi had already finished writing the list during this time and handed it directly to Uncle Gu. Uncle Gu took it and left without disturbing her further to prepare the medicinal herbs. Director Xu, who had said earlier he had something to discuss with Ji Xingmi, remained silent at this moment, instead following Uncle Gu out with a grave expression, leaving Ji Xingmi bewildered.
However, she didn't pay much attention and continued with her work. Mushroom saw Ji Xingmi getting busy again and sat back down at the entrance.