Operation Reception

"Richard."

A familiar voice called, prompting Richard to close his system with a wave of his hand and flicker his gaze to the person who called him.

"Oh…Sara, how can I help you?" Richard asked formally.

"Why are you speaking to me so formally? Did I approach you in a way that made you uncomfortable?" Sara's eyebrows arched in genuine surprise.

Richard realized his tone had been more rigid than intended. "No, not at all. It's just that I was busy using the system. Anyways, what's up?"

Sara nodded, understanding his situation. "I just wanted to report that Operation Reception is commencing soon. As expected, Lin Feng and his associates have fled the island, and sheltered on another island."

"Where are they?" Richard asked.