A few minutes earlier, at the Blackwatch Oriental Military Camp.
"Sir, the unknown has been transferred to our lab," Graves reported, his voice firm, as he stood behind Richard, who was overlooking the runway of the camp.
"Good," Richard responded and continued. "There must be a pill inside of their bodies that somehow controls those girls. Extract it, and see if we can turn them to our side. If not, then we will eliminate them. We can't afford to have someone of their caliber near us."
Graves nodded. "That's a wise decision, sir. Oh... sir, is it okay if I ask you a question?"
"You don't have to ask for my permission," Richard said with a slight smile, his attention still focused on the runway. "Just ask."
"I apologize, sir..."
"And you don't have to apologize," Richard softly replied. "Just talk to me as if we are friends, talking about casual things without the formalities."
