Survival Manual of the Science Fiction World

The organization is actually quite involved in these areas, so why drastically reduce its assets for the sake of a nonsensical terrorist organization?

All of these will be his in the future!!

Let alone shrinking by five percent, he wouldn't be happy even with the slightest damage.

Besides, it's just a matter of catching a red Siamese cat, isn't there any other way?

"Boss, actually I have a plan—"

Chapter 529 We are all willing to dedicate everything to the organization

After explaining his simple and direct method, Chu Ming added, "The bombing of the Microbiology Research Institute does not mean that we have lost the opportunity to connect with the authorities. Demonstrating our value will indeed make it easier to connect with the authorities in the future."

However, large-scale bacterial and viral infections are prone to mutation. If the organization's stockpiled antidotes become ineffective, it could even affect the organization itself. My suggestion is—we don't actually need to separate this microbiology research institute from the organization.

Seeing that the BOSS remained silent, seemingly waiting for him to continue, Chu Ming did not pause any longer: "I know what direction the organization has been researching for drugs. In that case, why can't we make that research institute a semi-public liaison point for the organization at the upper levels?"

Karasuma Renya seemed to have grasped something. He was no ordinary person, as he controlled a business empire that covered almost half the globe. He instantly understood Chu Ming's unspoken meaning: Chu Ming wanted to use the lure of immortality to entangle the top figures in the Japanese business and political circles.

But he disagreed: "Granbury, you're thinking too simply. Do you really think those high-ranking figures are completely unaware of the organization's research? They know perfectly well what the organization is researching. Although I inherited the Karasuma family's wealth, the fact that I've been able to expand this operation over the past century, and that the organization's presence can now be found in most countries around the world, is inseparable from this research. Those in high positions, who doesn't want immortality? Besides betting on the organization, they must also be conducting these experiments themselves in private."

Karasuma Renya paused, then explained his considerations to Chu Ming in detail. He didn't know how much time he had left, and he had to take advantage of the present to cultivate Chu Ming: "The reason I didn't want this laboratory to get involved with the organization was because of this. The organization's power is too great now, so the high-ranking officials of those countries are getting restless and want to send people to infiltrate the organization. On the one hand, they want to appropriately crack down on some of the organization's industries to prevent them from becoming a threat; on the other hand, they are also afraid that the organization will make research results but keep them from them."

My original plan was to use the discovery of a cure for the virus to demonstrate the research institute's value to them, eventually leading to the introduction of research into immortality, and showcasing some results at the appropriate time. Then, the higher-ups would step in to support the institute, attempting to create some counterbalance to the organization. Therefore, they would definitely share their experimental data with the laboratory, and that's exactly the data I need.”

Chu Ming had no idea that the BOSS was playing such a big game. His eyes flickered slightly, and he lowered his head to think it over carefully. He said with admiration, "As expected of the BOSS, you have thought so far ahead."

However, it's fortunate that the lab was blown up. Otherwise, if the BOSS had obtained this data and actually cracked the mystery of immortality, wouldn't his position as heir have become meaningless? The BOSS only appointed him as heir because he knew he was nearing the end of his life. If he discovered that he could still live, it's easy to imagine that he wouldn't be able to relinquish such great power.

He wouldn't gamble on his status in the BOSS's eyes as a successor who rose to power halfway through his career; Chu Ming was very clear about his own position.

He felt that the BOSS was probably like an old man with a serious illness and frailty who suddenly found an interesting and lovable pet by his side, someone he would tease occasionally and give him some benefits from time to time to keep him entertained.

The so-called successor is nothing more than a whim after knowing that his days are numbered. The current training of him is only to prevent the organization from being destroyed by a coalition of countries after his death.

Therefore, the most perfect ending for him and the BOSS would be that the BOSS's experiment fails and he dies, after which he inherits the organization.

Otherwise, if the BOSS's experiment succeeds, the first person to be eliminated will be himself, the one who poses the greatest threat to his position.

This is probably why, as long as the boss doesn't die, he can only ever be the crown prince.

Although the boss is really good to him now, he still hopes that the boss will give him more power soon. He also wants to try the joy of controlling half of the earth.

Strangely enough, he found it difficult to immerse himself in this world.

Having stayed here for so long and met so many people, none of them have made him feel a sense of belonging to this world.

He won't die, he won't age, and he has a system as a cheat code, which always gives him the feeling that he's just playing a full-immersion online game, rather than living in a real world.

He has been trying his best to live his life. Whether he is following the main characters to participate in cases or stirring up trouble with Gin and others, he has a lot of fun. But that's all. Just like playing a game, he is happy as long as there are people to play with. That's all.

People always need some goals and something to look forward to be willing to move forward. In the past, he wanted to trample Gin, who was beating him up, under his feet and let him taste what it was like to be beaten up.

Now the BOSS is making him his successor and gradually handing over the power in Japan to him. But being merely a successor is no longer enough for Chu Ming. He wants to be the BOSS, the head of the organization, and lead the entire organization to the pinnacle of the world or, if he fails, destroy the world with it.

A small world is still a small world. In his previous life, even as a mercenary, he never dared to think about such a thing.

Ultimately, the system and this flawed little world gave him confidence, always giving him the illusion that 'this is just a game'.

However, he also made some preparations. After all, if the BOSS's experiment succeeded, he couldn't just sit and wait to be killed, could he?

That's why he tried to win over Vermouth early on. Vermouth has quite a few protectors in the organization, and when the time comes, one Vermouth can summon countless sycophants.

Now that Vermouth is in hand, it's time for the next one. I just don't know whether Lafitte or Gin is easier to get... But Gin looks like a BOSS fanboy. What if he poachs someone and then goes to the BOSS to complain?

Forget it, take it slow. One day, he'll find something on Gin.

Chu Ming quickly composed himself. Even in a game, he abided by the rules. Now that he was the heir, he would play the role of heir well.

"But you have a point. Let's forget about this kind of viral attack. As for that cat and dog organization you just mentioned, if we don't need them as scapegoats, there's no need to put on this act with them. We can just kill them all. Isn't your script a bit of a misunderstanding, making a simple problem unnecessarily complicated?"

Thinking of Chu Ming's suggestion, Karasuma Renya's lips twitched. Sometimes he really wanted to see what Granburg was thinking. He could come up with such a simple and brainless script. Didn't he ever think about whether Gin was willing to act with him?

Chu Ming looked innocent, his eyes shining: "How could it be complicated? As long as the BOSS speaks, we will definitely do our best and dedicate everything to the organization's future."

"..." So you're telling him to be the bad guy and speak up?

Seeing that the BOSS remained silent, Chu Ming pressed on: "I'm doing this for the organization's sake, I have no selfish motives whatsoever! I was able to transform from a sweet wine drinker into a sweet girl for the organization, Bourbon can become a tanned hottie for a mission, and Vodka can become a muscular cutie, so why can't Gin do it! As long as you ask, he'll definitely do it!"

"How am I supposed to say that? A simple infiltration and assassination mission, and you insist he dress up as a woman to do it? What, does he become soft-hearted when he wears men's clothes?" Karasuma Renya finally couldn't help but complain.

"Isn't this to conceal his identity?" Chu Ming said matter-of-factly. "That way, no one will connect it to the organization! The organization is so low-profile; you wouldn't want them to be in the spotlight because Gin publicly committed murder, would you? Besides—"

Chu Ming's tone gradually became seductive: "Don't you want to see what Gin looks like in women's clothing?"

"...Actually, I've already seen it."

Seeing that the boss was completely unmoved, Chu Ming finally unleashed his ultimate move. He stammered, "Fine, since that's how it is, I'll just disguise myself and go. Actually, I already felt something for you when I saw your face last time—"

The boss said decisively, "Go to the Qin Bar and call him over."

Chapter 530 Beautiful people and kind hearts

Chu Ming's words were actually spoken without thinking, and he felt a little uneasy afterward. After all, he was only the Crown Prince, and it was somewhat presumptuous of him to threaten the BOSS with such a statement.

He wanted to usurp the throne, but he didn't want to be discovered before he had a chance to gain power. He was just about to say something to make amends when he was stunned to find that the boss would actually cooperate with him.

"What? You don't want to watch anymore?" Karasuma Renya's amused voice rang out, bringing Chu Ming back to his senses.

"How could that be? I really want to see it!" Chu Ming turned and ran out. "Boss, wait a minute, I'll go call Gin right now!"

From this perspective, the BOSS seems to be a pretty good person.

For now, I'll put aside thoughts of usurping the throne.

Gin and the others were sitting on the sofa discussing the details of the operation when Chu Ming came bounding out of the inner room, looking completely bewildered.

Lafitte was the first to speak: "Are you having another episode? What are you jumping around for?"

Chu Ming straightened his expression and pointed to the room inside: "Big brother, the BOSS is calling you~"

Having not heard Chu Ming address him as "Big Brother" in a proper manner for a long time, Gin was still a little unaccustomed to it. Coupled with Chu Ming's slightly eager expression, Gin felt an ominous premonition for some reason. However, he did not hesitate and stood up to go into the room.

Chu Ming followed behind but didn't go in. He just lurked at the door, pressing his ear against the wall to listen carefully. He wanted to peek and see Gin's shocked and discomfitured face after hearing the news, but he didn't want the furious Gin to see him and use him as a punching bag.

"Gin, this mission has changed a bit." The BOSS was clearly doing this for the first time, his tone hesitant. He then subtly shifted the blame to Chu Ming, "Granbury just suggested I change my approach..."

Gin had never heard the Boss hesitate like this before, and when Granburg was mentioned, he immediately sensed something was wrong.

He asked in a deep voice, "What method of action?"

"Cough cough—" Karasuma Renya felt that he had never been so embarrassed in a hundred years. He used to enjoy watching Chu Ming instigate others, but now that it was his turn, he realized that some things still needed to be done by specialists. Someone as thin-skinned as him didn't know how to ask.

Chu Ming eagerly awaited the BOSS's most important sentence, but after waiting and waiting, nothing came of it. He couldn't help but peer through the door frame, his neck stretching longer and longer, like a turtle watching a play in a pond.

Gin waited for a long time but didn't hear anything more from the BOSS, and doubt gradually appeared in his eyes.

"This operation to hunt down the Red Siamese Cats must not reveal any trace of the organization. After all, this laboratory has no connection with the organization, and we cannot let anyone see any clues," Karasuma Renya said carefully.

"I understand, I won't leave any trace." Although he didn't know why the BOSS suddenly didn't believe in his abilities, Gin still made his stance clear.

"But you still have quite a reputation in the underworld. When people see you and Vodka, they know this is a mission from the organization..."

Gin pondered the BOSS's meaning for a moment: "So you mean I only need to command from the rear for this operation?"

"Ahem—that's unnecessary. After all, you're the most skilled. It's not safe to only let a few of them act. I'm not at ease with that—" Karasuma Renya continued to beat around the bush with Gin.

Gin pondered for a long time, unable to figure out what the BOSS was trying to say, and finally asked directly, "So, what does the BOSS mean—?"

“Have Granburg disguise you so you won’t be recognized…” Karasuma Renya spoke quickly, but ultimately couldn’t say it aloud, “How about this, have him change your clothes, cough cough, change your style of clothes, so no one can recognize you.”

Gin nodded. It wasn't the first time Chu Ming had disguised him, so he didn't object: "Okay, BOSS. Any other instructions?"

"...That's all, you can go now."

Then, with lightning speed, he turned off the communication.

He overestimated his own shamelessness. Apart from Granbury, who has a skin thicker than a city wall, who can casually talk about wearing women's clothing?

Karasuma Renya felt that if he had made this request himself, Gin would probably have exploded. He didn't want to scare away his loyal subordinate...

Hmm, is Granburg doing this on purpose?

Make him talk, make Gin feel humiliated, and then take the opportunity to poach Gin from the group?

After all, he had long noticed that this kid was eyeing Gin and seemed to have been trying to poach him.

Currently, it seems that some members of the task force, such as Vermouth, have been lured to his side.

Granburg thought he had everything under control and that he was hiding his true intentions well.

If he couldn't even detect such a significant move, then what's the point of his control over the organization for the past sixty-odd years?

Karasuma Renya leaned back slightly in his chair. But that was fine. He had already placed Granburg in the position of successor. If he didn't have any ideas about it, then he would have wasted so much time in the organization.

An heir who does not aspire to a higher position or crave power is utterly useless.

Only when people have desires will they have the motivation to move forward.

He doesn't have much time left, so in that limited time, let him see just how far Granburg is capable.

Anyway, I'll cover for him.

*

On the other side, Granburg was unaware that Karasuma Renya had seen through half of his actions. He secretly despised the BOSS's desertion in his heart, and angrily withdrew his head as he watched Gin prepare to leave.

He had already figured out what kind of makeup to give Gin, but the BOSS backed out. How was he supposed to do his job?