272 COMEDIC DUO

Hu Lei felt the effect of the drugs wear away, but she did not open her eyes or even move. Instead, she focussed on the surroundings and tried to determine where she was. Acting before thinking of the consequences was what had gotten her in the current predicament.

The first this she noticed was that she was in a vehicle. She could feel the movement.

Unfortunately, she had probably been knocked out for some time, so she could not determine the distance or direction in which they had been moving.

"Do you think the sedative will hold her until we reach the dock?" A man asked in a low tone.

"You are overestimating her. She will be out for a couple of hours. By the time she comes to, we will be home-free on international waters." Someone responded with a laugh.

"The Boss warned us to be careful when dealing with her. Apparently, she was a subject who escaped from another research facility." The tone was conspiratorial.