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However, it was just a "yes," and Colin felt there was much to conjecture from it.
'I hope the others will also make an effort to pierce through this layer of window paper sooner rather than later. Heaven forbid they adopt the mentality of "why rely on oneself when one can hope for others"...'
Colin entertained the thought of others working harder for a moment, then posed another question,
"By the way, what is likely to happen after the investigation into the 'Book of Fate' is complete?"
"An individual derailed by minor setbacks will preemptively strike. His stance and demands deviate from our goals. You are not unfamiliar with him; the last accidental transfer was his doing..."
"That Rat?" Colin immediately realized who "Lady Bunny" was referring to.
"Yes, eliminate him directly if the opportunity arises. Do not give him any chances. I will not assign any tasks that might allow him to live a second longer. So, if you encounter him, ignore him," Lady Bunny said calmly.
