Hector Hivers repeatedly used bombs for pranks during his military career, leading to him being sent to military court without remorse. Undeniably, his talent with explosives was outstanding; he could easily modify various bombs to possess immense power.
Christine Yamata, twenty-eight years old, yet her appearance remained that of an eighteen-year-old. She harbored an extreme, obsessive fervor for serology, always using prisoners, animals, and even herself for experiments, completely without remorse.
Field doctor Michaela Schneider, thirty-four years old, unmarried. She possessed deep expertise in surgical techniques, often performing operations without anesthesia, which frequently led to severe consequences and her subsequent dismissal.
Vladimir Bodrovski, a Cold War spy, was recruited by Umbrella. Given his talents, he was also used to monitor Eddie Cai's Delta Team's every move.
The final assassin was poached by Eddie Cai from Sergei's subordinates. This was a special forces operative whose combat capabilities were no less than Hunk's!
It took three days to assemble the Delta Team and arrange all these individuals. Although it took a considerable amount of time, the effort was well worth it.
Ding-dong, the doorbell of the villa rang; Jill had arrived. Dressed in a practical combat suit, with a semi-automatic pistol Eddie Cai had given her hanging at her waist, she looked quite heroic and spirited.
"Hey, Jill, I'm so glad you could make it." Eddie Cai smiled and shook her hand. The heroine of Resident Evil was indeed stunningly beautiful, both pretty and strong-willed. She could fight off thugs and contend with mistresses—wasn't this the perfect woman?
"I hope I haven't come at an awkward time. Oh, who are those people?" Jill looked at the Delta Team training in the courtyard. Guided by her instinct as a strong individual, she could sense that those people also possessed the strength of elite special forces.
"That's my personal protection team. Didn't you want to see my villa? Come on, let's take a look together," Eddie Cai invited.
The two had a cup of coffee and chatted. Jill always felt that the man in front of her was like a mist, difficult to see clearly. She had a slight suspicion that he might be connected to the disappearance cases in the Arklay Mountains.
"Eddie Cai, do you know about the disappearances in the Arklay Mountains? Mostly picnicking couples and some tourists," Jill's expression became very serious.
"I know, but didn't your chief Irons say that it was all some unknown cult activity? He's already clearing out those cult members," Eddie Cai pretended not to know. He didn't want to get involved; heaven knew how many terrifying bio-monsters were waiting in the Executive Training Center and the Mansion.
Before getting serum enhancements, it was best not to go to those places. If he died, he wouldn't even know if anyone would send a wreath.
"But there's something very wrong with it, don't you think? And you live so close. Aren't you worried at all?" Jill pressed further, trying to awaken the man's sense of crisis.
"Are you worried about me?" Eddie Cai smiled.
"Yes, I'm worried about you," Jill nodded.
"Don't worry, my dear, I'm fine, and this place will be impregnable. As for you, you need to strengthen your training; you must be strong yourself. I will also have things I need your help with, but it's not convenient to say more now," Eddie Cai smiled, tapping his fingers rhythmically on the table.
Jill's beautiful eyes narrowed. Was that Morse code? It seemed to be saying that he was being monitored and it was not convenient to say too much. "All right, I'll take your advice."
"If anything happens, you can call me anytime, and I'll help you with whatever I can. Actually, I had a dream last night. Do you know what kind of dream it was?" Eddie Cai looked into the distance.
"What dream?" Jill asked curiously.
"I dreamed we got married and had a few children," Eddie Cai laughed heartily.
"You're quite the dreamer!" Jill said, speechless. She wasn't an infatuated woman; she just had a slight liking for him, after all, a modified firearm also proved his worth.
Meanwhile, in the underground laboratory of Raccoon City, the brilliant serologist William Birkin was researching his magnum opus, the G-Virus, which had potential beyond the T-Serum!
"Look, Spencer actually sent me an assistant, and he's a distant relative of Marcus. Does he think he can get the G-Virus from me this way?" William Birkin sneered. He scoffed at the idea that someone had extensive research on serums. No one could be smarter than him, not even Alexia!
"I don't think so. This Eddie Cai seems to be investigating Marcus's death. We can make good use of him. Even the smartest person needs a good assistant and cannon fodder," Wesker, wearing sunglasses, said coldly.
"You say use him? I don't even know what you're thinking. Well, you're better at this kind of thing, so I'll grudgingly accept him," William Birkin shook his head.
"You'd best have a backup plan. The Umbrella ship has sailed too long," Wesker adjusted his sunglasses.
"I've already contacted the military. Spencer is going too far, always demanding my serum data. That's my research; why should he take it? That old man definitely has other schemes!" William Birkin roared in anger.
Being able to discuss their respective backup plans showed how good their relationship was.
"I'm about the same, but I'm looking for other companies," Wesker nodded. He had huge doubts about Spencer, especially the experimental leak in the Arklay Mountains, which further solidified his desire to leave. At Umbrella, there was always a guy named Sergei who targeted him!
"Watch out!" Eddie Cai suddenly pulled Jill aside as a Zombie Dog suddenly leaped out of the bushes. Wolf Mom LUPO, who was guarding them, immediately opened fire, blowing the head off the incredibly disgusting, rotting Zombie Dog with a single shot.
"What is that thing?" Jill's legs still felt a bit weak after seeing the ferocious-looking Zombie Dog. If she hadn't been well-trained, she probably would have collapsed to the ground. Fear is inevitable when facing something strange and terrifying.
"I don't know, maybe some strange creature. It smells awful; it seems to have been dead for a while. This place is dangerous, let's go back for now, we'll explore next time," Eddie Cai frowned, having had his arm around Jill from the start, though she didn't seem to notice.
Jill coughed, "You're right, this place is dangerous. I'm really worried about your safety. Thank you for just now!"
"You're welcome. How can we not help each other, being boyfriend and girlfriend?" Eddie Cai laughed heartily.
"This... isn't it too fast?" Jill frowned. She felt like she was being rushed into something.
"No, it's normal. We're taking it step by step. Others meet today and marry tomorrow. I'll take you back first. If you go on a mission later, remember to tell me. Things seem a bit restless lately, and I'm very worried about you," Eddie Cai said, frowning at the undulating mountain range.
"Thank you," Jill didn't know what to say. She needed to calm down. She was supposed to investigate the bizarre murders in the Arklay Mountains, but how did she end up getting involved herself?
After taking Jill back to her Raccoon City apartment with LUPO, Eddie Cai didn't choose to go up to the apartment for coffee. That wasn't realistic; Jill wasn't that kind of casual woman.
"Shall we find a cafe and sit down for coffee?" Eddie Cai asked his bodyguard, LUPO.
"I am only responsible for protecting your safety," LUPO said expressionlessly.
The two arrived at a cafe. Eddie Cai ordered two coffees and sat on the second floor, looking at the bustling commercial street. It was still vibrant with commercial activity, bringing in large sums of golden paper money every day.
"I think we need to talk. You saw what happened today; that was a biohazard incident! In the future, we will face many, many such monsters," Eddie Cai said seriously.
"I know. From the documentation, I saw the core training facility, which has specialized training for special weapons. Perhaps it's for dealing with these monsters. I don't care about these things; you give me money, and I'll do the job," LUPO nodded, her expression still calm. Every move of a mature woman was full of intellectual beauty.
"Trust me, I will give you the best treatment. I've been pretending to be foolish for over twenty years, and now that I have an opportunity, I won't miss it. And because I've experienced the coldness of human nature and the fickleness of the world, I know the value of loyalty. I'm sure when you were imprisoned, many relatives pretended not to know you!" Eddie Cai smiled.
Eddie Cai's words resonated with LUPO; perhaps their experiences had a strikingly similar quality.
"Just tell me your plan," LUPO's expression changed slightly.
"I need you to take control of the Delta Team and truly make it your own. Vladimir Bodrovski is an Umbrella spy, meant to monitor me. I need your loyalty. I can't act directly, so you can lead the entire team in my place. I will give you whatever you need. I need your absolute loyalty," Eddie Cai said with a serious expression.
"I hate betrayal!" LUPO frowned.
"I know, and so do I. I promise I will never abandon you. You can even rebuild a new family!" Eddie Cai picked up his coffee and took a sip.
"You? You still need more training!" LUPO suddenly laughed, a gentle, slightly stunning laugh, full of mature charm.
"Don't underestimate me, try me if you don't believe it!" Eddie Cai was angry. How could he let someone question his abilities!
Three hours later, Eddie Cai emerged from the hotel with a somewhat unsteady LUPO, heading towards the underground laboratory in Raccoon City. The fastest way to make someone your own was this!
LUPO, on the other hand, felt quite satisfied. This man could be trusted. She also needed to find a way to integrate this Delta Team, which could also be named the Wolf Team.
Descending from Umbrella's medical building, there were fully armed personnel guarding the way. But when they reached another passage, the armed personnel here had been withdrawn. It was said that William Birkin did not allow these people to enter, so as not to disturb his research.
Perhaps seeing the promising future of the G-Virus, Spencer silently withdrew his defensive personnel. Perhaps he was waiting for an opportunity, an opportunity to seize the G-Virus. The G-Virus was clearly not yet perfected, and Spencer, who desired immortality, could not accept a semi-finished or even defective product.
A middle-aged woman with blonde hair and blue eyes, wearing a pure white researcher's uniform and eight-centimeter high heels, walked over. "Are you Eddie Cai? I am Annette Birkin, Director William Birkin's wife."
The woman had long, golden hair tied into a neat and capable single ponytail, and a work ID with the Umbrella stamp was clipped to her collar.