Chapter 786

Old Man Garcia staggered back, his face turning ashen as he nearly collapsed. Uncle Fred swiftly caught him, his own expression etched with guilt and anxiety. “This is madness!” someone snapped. “Comrade Willow isn’t a soldier, and she’s already injured! How could you let her take such a risk?” While Aiden was important, he clearly couldn’t compare to the significance of a researcher like Willow. Hearing that the already weakened Willow had insisted on searching for Aiden, another official angrily rebuked Adam. “Weren’t we told your elite squad was reliable? How could you fail to grasp the priorities here? If anything happens to Comrade Willow, who will take responsibility?” Adam didn’t recognize the high-ranking official speaking. He knew letting Willow go was a risk, but the condescending tone made his eyes sting with frustration. Stiffening his neck, he retorted loudly, “Reporting, sir! Comrade Willow is our Captain Nicholson’s wife! Their bond runs deep. The husband risked his life