Chapter 525: The Squad
Chapter 525: The Squad
After their conversation on the rooftop, Su Wei followed Chen Chuan into the Gader Vehicle.
He didn't inquire about their destination or the specific task at hand. During his self-training sessions, he had read some military regulations, understanding that unlike the Fusion Territory's commissioned teams, the military required strict obedience to superior orders. When carrying out tasks, whatever the team leader said was the law, and there was no need for further questions.
Chen Chuan drove the vehicle out of the Victory Zone, back into the Wuding District, and stopped at a station with an underground passage. After presenting their credentials, he led Su Wei into the passage.
Advisor Pei had contacted Su Wei again in the past few days, informing him that the Defense Department had detected some unusual activity at the unsealed breach in the World Ring. This was due to the changes in Mumia's condition, and the Defense Department had already mobilized a significant force there.
This could potentially heighten the tension in Central City. If Mumia were to undergo a splitting and breeding process, the Defense Department would assign a task to him, so he needed to be ready on standby.
Chen Chuan acknowledged this, knowing that until his personal strength reached a certain level, the team's strength would still be highly effective. That was why he had summoned Su Wei back.
Besides this individual, he had also submitted a request to transfer Qin Qingque and Yuan Qiuyuan, who were currently stationed in the Fusion Territory, to join them.
This was indeed a crisis, but it was also an opportunity to make a name for themselves.
As the vehicle approached, Qin and Yuan had already responded, saying they were almost at Central City.
They took the downward elevator and arrived at the empty waiting station. After a few minutes, they saw Yuan Qiuyuan and Qin Qingque walking towards them from the passage, carrying their bags.
"Captain!"
Upon seeing Chen Chuan, Yuan Qiuyuan quickened her pace and approached him, looking exceptionally excited.
"Greetings, Captain," Qin Qingque saluted him with a standard posture.
Yuan Qiuyuan hastily followed suit with a salute.
Chen Chuan returned the salute.
Then, Yuan and Qin turned their attention to Su Wei, who was standing behind them.
Chen Chuan said, "Let me introduce you to Su Wei. From now on, he will join our team for actions in the Fusion Territory. If there's a larger operation, each of you will be responsible for leading a squad."
"Wow, Captain, you personally recruited him? Great, Su Wei, let's spar sometime." Yuan Qiuyuan didn't hold back with the new team member.
Su Wei glanced at Chen Chuan, seeing no reaction from him. He replied seriously, "I'd be honored to do so."
"Then it's settled."
Yuan Qiuyuan turned to Chen Chuan, rubbing her hands together. "Captain, we've been waiting for your call ever since you left! Isn't that right, Executor Qin?"
Qin Qingque nodded.
Chen Chuan said, "Follow me first. I'll explain everything once we get there." He turned and led the three of them out of the station towards the parked Gader Vehicle.
Upon seeing the vehicle, Qin Qingque said, "Captain, I'll drive."
Chen Chuan asked, "Have you been to Jinbeidao Central City before?"
Qin Qingque replied, "I've been there once. Just send me the location, Captain."
Knowing that she was a skilled and fast driver, Chen Chuan sent her the location of his residence in the Wuding District. He then took the passenger seat, while Su Wei and Yuan Qiuyuan sat in the back.
Once the vehicle was in motion, Yuan Qiuyuan spoke from the back, "Captain, we haven't been slacking these past few days. Besides our daytime guard duty, we've been training hard during our free time, hoping to keep up with your pace."
She leaned forward and added, "Captain, I heard there might be a big event this time?"
Chen Chuan didn't turn around. Sitting there, he said, "You heard about it?"
"Hey, Advisor Pei told us when arranging our transfer that the situation in Central City is very tense, so the captain needs us. But he didn't reveal anything specific, saying we'd know once we meet up with him. Hey, I don't think this time we'll be facing opponents like the Iron Demons, right?"
Chen Chuan gazed at the road ahead, his voice calm. "It's not just that. I can't say for sure what we'll be facing."
Yuan Qiuyuan sensed something different in his words, and her expression turned serious. She leaned back, but her eyes gleamed with anticipation.
Su Wei, sitting in the back seat, remained silent throughout the ride, quietly observing his two teammates.
In less than a quarter of an hour, the vehicle entered Chen Chuan's residence in the Wuding District. After parking, he led the three of them into the living room and opened the refrigerator.
"Help yourselves to drinks," he said.
He went to the side and picked up a tea canister. Qin Qingque noticed and came forward to take it from him, offering to make tea.
Once everyone was seated, Chen Chuan explained the impact of Mumia's splitting and breeding, as well as the potential situations they might encounter.
"According to Captain Chen, this is going to be a big operation," Yuan Qiuyuan couldn't help but get excited. He could imagine that in such a situation, there would be countless opportunities to make a name for themselves.
Indeed, following the captain meant there would be rewards.
Chen Chuan continued, "Once Mumia splits, not to mention the capture and handling of the split bodies, but as the two worlds draw closer, there will undoubtedly be numerous rifts appearing."
In the past, Central City had experience in handling such matters, but that was under the premise of the stability of the World Ring. Now, with the breach, the situation is unpredictable, especially with the high likelihood of some Fusion Territory entities slipping through.
Even those above may find it difficult to accurately assess the situation at hand. Therefore, without specific task assignments, encountering such entities will undoubtedly be extremely dangerous. When cooperating with the Central City Government, I hope you prioritize your safety and make self-preservation your top principle."
Qin, Yuan, and Su all nodded, their expressions turning solemn.
All three of them had a certain understanding of the Fusion Territory and knew how troublesome its entities could be.
In Chen Chuan's opinion, the external fighters who would come through the Heavenly Gateway might be the least of their worries.
Especially those fighters who were there solely to take advantage of the gateway's opening might not be entirely destabilizing for the Central City Government.
These fighters pursued self-transcendence, and once the rift opened, they would likely engage the entities from the other side, serving as excellent, free cannon fodder.
The Central City Government's true enemies to guard against were always the various companies, factions, and the entities from the opposite side of the Fusion Territory. These were the ones to be cautious of.
So, he had a vague feeling that his targets at that time might be these entities or perhaps a specific individual.
In the 16th year of the 9th cycle, on the 1st day of the 1st month, the error-free version!
As he thought of this, a figure flashed through his mind.
Although there was currently a lack of information, the four of them still formulated several response plans, each tailored to different hypothetical enemies.
However, plans were just plans, and the real situation would undoubtedly be more complex, so they could only adapt when the time came.
After discussing the plans, Qin Qingque added, "Captain, this house is an excellent base, but it lacks Field Disruption Creatures, making it easy for others to detect. I suggest borrowing a military-grade interference creature from the Defense Department to set up in the basement."
Considering the Spider Mother Split and the potential issues with Field information transmission, it would be best to also acquire a small Field creature, not necessarily a high-quality one. A communication radius of about two to three kilometers would be sufficient, allowing us to stay in contact even if we spread out a bit."
"Agreed, Executor Qin," Chen Chuan said. "You take care of this and coordinate with the Defense Department for the rental."
It was always wise to be prepared, and since they were cooperating with the government, the Defense Department would naturally reimburse the expenses after the operation. There was no need for him to spend his own funds, and anything usable should be utilized.
Outside Central City, along the northern coastline, waves crashed against the shore, creating a loud, splashing sound. In the distant night sky, several white lights flickered, accompanied by the sound of propellers gradually approaching.
Guo Shangjing, the Security Manager of the Ferris Wheel Company, and his deputy, Song Zicheng, stood there with a team of implanted, armored soldiers carrying guns and knives and wearing helmet-like protective hats. Behind them were logistics personnel.
Guided by ground signal lights, a small, unmarked airship slowly emerged and gently landed at a temporary mooring point.
After the ship stabilized, the hatch opened, and a retractable ladder was lowered to the ground. A group of people descended from it.
Leading them was a young fighter wearing a crimson left-lapel ancient robe on top and black pants below. He had short hair and wore a pair of round-framed glasses.
This man was in his early thirties and exuded a very gentle aura. If not for the long sword at his waist, one might mistake him for a student still in school.
Behind him followed a fourteen or fifteen-year-old youth holding a cross-shaped gun.
Guo Shangjing approached with his team and bowed, "Senior Brother Gong Ying!" The people behind him also bowed in unison.
Gong Ying Chang Xiu smiled and returned the bow, "Junior Brother Shangjing."
Guo Shangjing straightened up and said, "Senior Brother, you must be tired from your journey. Please follow me."
"Thank you," Gong Ying Chang Xiu said.
The logistics personnel watched as he got into the car with Guo Shangjing, surprised by his warm smile and elegant, refined demeanor.
Once seated in the car, two staff members whispered to each other:
"Is that Gong Ying Chang Xiu? He doesn't look like it at all."
"Yeah, I thought the same. I mistook him for a neighbor's older brother returning home. His voice also sounds so cultured, and he seems so polite and approachable."
However, the leader of this operation turned around and said sternly, "You two, focus!"
"Yes, Leader," they straightened up immediately.
The leader looked ahead, his eyes revealing a sense of vigilance and fear. "Gong Ying Chang Xiu, also known as 'Ghost Gong Ying,' his true face is nothing like what you just saw!"
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(End of Chapter)
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