Chapter 45: Serve the People
Word Number:188
Author:梦里的漩涡
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Release Time:2026-01-08
Professor Li paused for a moment, then a strange smile crept across his face. Zhu Zhongcheng stepped forward from behind him, holding a syringe. “I’m sorry, Miss Xia Ning, but you’ll have to bear with us for a bit. Even though this underground room is soundproof, it’s best not to make too much noise.” As he said this, he suddenly clamped my chin and, pulling a handkerchief from his pocket, forcefully shoved it into my mouth. I didn’t scream or fight back because I knew it wouldn’t do any good. Better to conserve my energy. Seeing how compliant I was, Professor Li seemed a little taken aback. “You’re a lot tougher than I thought.” I couldn’t speak, so I just glared at him with icy eyes. If looks could kill, I would’ve torn him apart on the spot. Professor Li grabbed a headband from the side and secured my head to the headboard. The old man, syringe in hand, moved to my side, his rough palm repeatedly pressing on my neck. I closed my eyes—I didn’t want to