Gu Yuan attached great importance to the matter and ordered Chen Qing to investigate thoroughly. Such behavior was not only a betrayal of the company but also a violation of his colleagues' trust.
However, Chen Qing had no desire to resort to crude interrogation tactics, as doing so violated the values of Jiutian Group and would only provoke unnecessary panic and resentment. Consequently, they decided to pursue clues through more refined methods. Since anyone who harmed the company for personal gain was bound to leave a trail, financial anomalies in particular would stand out. For those with access to the formula, it should not be difficult to uncover clues by carefully examining changes in their lifestyles.
Soon, Wang Cen, a doctor in the research and development department, came into focus. As a key member of the drug trials, Wang Cen naturally had opportunities to access the most sensitive information. Although all personnel involved in the experiment had signed strict confidentiality agreements—breaching which would entail severe legal consequences, including massive compensation and criminal penalties—Wang Cen's behavior appeared exceptionally suspicious.
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