Mei Ning smiled and stroked the mantis creature, not at all surprised.
She was well aware of her aunt's influence—a major figure in the Biotechnology Company, a true executive who could shift the power dynamics of the entire city.
"But…"
Her eyes flashed. She then looked up at Ruan Hui and asked with a playful smile, "Cousin, did you get your hands on something good?"
The expedition force had suffered a major defeat. Whatever the real reason, the fallout was considerable, especially since he was still serving with them.
And yet, Ruan Hui seemed to be in high spirits, as if he'd gained something else from the ordeal.
Instantly, all eyes turned to him.
Meeting their curious gazes, Ruan Hui gave a slight smile and snapped his fingers.
"Bring it down."
As his voice fell, a security guard came down from the second floor, carrying a black backpack.
As everyone watched with curiosity, the bag was unzipped.
Inside was an oval Beast Egg the size of a human head.
