“He was talking about Ariana," Bennett said to Holden. “But there was a third person here just now. There were three plates on the table.”

Despite their strained relationship, Holden and Bennett always understood each other's thoughts.

"I've noticed it, too," Holden replied, his eyes fixed on the meal Ariana had prepared. His voice was firm and unwavering. “I'm not concerned about the third person. I only intend to find Ariana."

Bennett fell silent, lost in thought.

After a while, Holden broke the silence.

“What exactly is this experiment?" Holden asked, wearing a serious expression.

“For over two decades, Moss has been conducting biological experiments here," Bennett explained solemnly. “He aims to defy death, bringing the dead back to life. It's audacious and controversial, challenging the limits of science."

Holden frowned, a bit stunned. "Is he mad?"

"No." Bennett shook his head. "I used to think so, but he seems more rational than anyone else."

Holden was puzzled by Bennett's peculiar standard of sanity.

Suddenly, Bennett rose from his seat.

"Come with me," he said to Holden.

Together, they made their way to the sixth basement level.

The sixth floor underground wasn't much different from the first.

Both were packed with labs big and small.

Bennett led Holden through the pitch-black darkness, where even their shadows disappeared. The only sound was the slow, steady echo of their footsteps.

While Holden wondered where they were headed, Bennett pushed open the door to the last room and stepped inside without a second thought.

Holden slowly lifted his gaze, seeing an ice-cold chamber. Through a giant glass window, he could see an enormous ice coffin, containing a stunning woman. Various gadgets surrounded her.

"She's been dead for over two decades now," Bennett said as he stared at the glass.

“But people's faces deteriorate after a few days after death. How's hers still so perfect after all these years?" Holden asked in amazement.