Spy Wars: Strong Agents Who Are Ruthless and Talk Little

Chapter 439 Invisible Tightening Hoop

Zheng Yaoxian's lips curled up slightly, a barely perceptible smile flickering across his eyes. "Don't worry, we always have the initiative. Just follow the plan, and I'll leave the rest to you."

After his words, Zheng Yaoxian turned away, seemingly no longer anticipating further discussion. Several other men in black uniforms followed suit, preparing to carry out their next mission. Each of their eyes shone with an undeniable calmness and decisiveness, an atmosphere that even made Su Ming feel oppressed. He had to admit, at this moment, he felt completely left out.

"Are you ready?" Zheng Yaoxian suddenly turned, his eyes fixed on Su Ming. The unquestionable look in his eyes made Su Ming's heart tighten. Although he knew he couldn't resist this decision, the silence at this moment made him feel more isolated and helpless than ever before.

Su Ming took a deep breath, raised his head, and met Zheng Yaoxian's gaze with determination. "I'm ready," he replied calmly, a hint of determination in his tone.

"Very good." Zheng Yaoxian nodded with satisfaction, then waved his hand, signaling everyone to continue. "We have no way out."

The pressure in the air grew heavier, as if everything around them was rapidly approaching an inevitable conclusion. Su Ming knew that at this moment, regardless of whether he was fully prepared or not, the situation could no longer be delayed. The enemy was secretly watching them, and every decision they made would directly affect their survival.

He turned around and took a deep look at the men in black uniforms. Each of them wore a calm expression, as if ready for battle. Su Ming's heartbeat grew incredibly heavy at that moment. He knew his next choice would determine his life or death.

Suddenly, a gust of wind blew into the office, gently ruffling the curtains with a rustling sound. Su Ming frowned slightly, his gaze quickly glancing out the window, the uneasiness in his heart welling up again—the enemy was no longer just in the distance; they might be all around, quietly approaching.

Su Ming had originally assumed that the next operation would be his sole responsibility. Initially, at least, his intuition told him that the enemy had infiltrated their perimeter, and any minor misstep could lead to irreversible consequences. Even Zheng Yaoxian shouldn't have rashly entered the front lines, especially since the enemy had already detected their movements.

However, the current situation surprised Su Ming a little.

As he quickly crossed the oppressive conference room, his gaze subconsciously glanced to the side. As he expected, several members in black uniforms had already begun to prepare, silently and precisely checking their equipment. One of them approached him and handed him a small communicator.

"Here." The man said in a low voice, his eyes calm, like a soldier who was accustomed to this kind of situation.

"Thank you." Su Ming nodded. After taking the communicator, he whispered to himself, "Everything is ready."

Just as he was about to turn around and continue walking out, a familiar figure appeared from the end of the corridor. Unexpectedly, Zheng Yaoxian appeared in this passage.

Su Ming was stunned. He hadn't expected Zheng Yaoxian to personally intervene. After all, in this situation, Zheng Yaoxian should be more of a commander, rather than personally involved on the front lines. Furthermore, he already knew the enemy was likely to have set traps around them, and any rash action could expose a fatal flaw.

Zheng Yaoxian didn't notice Su Ming's hesitation. He remained calm and composed, almost without hesitation, as he walked towards their group. His confidence and composure were as if he had everything under control.

"Mr. Zheng, you--" Su Ming hesitated and was about to speak, but the words were stuck in his throat when he saw Zheng Yaoxian's eyes.

Zheng Yaoxian's eyes were sharp and penetrating, as if they could see through all disguises. He frowned slightly and spoke slowly, "Su Ming, I know what you're worried about. However, there are some things that are beyond our control."

These words stirred a ripple in Su Ming's heart. He knew Zheng Yaoxian was always calm and decisive, always calculating every move and executing it step by step. But now, this sudden decision made him somewhat bewildered. Did Zheng Yaoxian truly believe that everything he controlled was safe enough?

"But we can't turn back," Zheng Yaoxian continued, his voice light but filled with irresistible determination. "The enemy is already upon us. At this moment, any hesitation would be fatal."

Su Ming's heart trembled. He knew that behind every word Zheng Yaoxian said was a hidden meaning. The enemy couldn't have simply sensed their whereabouts; they must have infiltrated their ranks, perhaps even secretly monitoring every detail. Zheng Yaoxian chose to lead the team himself, clearly hoping to reverse the situation by confronting the enemy directly.

"I understand." Su Ming lowered his head, his tone steady, but his eyes couldn't hide his inner complexities. Although he accepted Zheng Yaoxian's decision outwardly, deep down he couldn't completely let it go. Zheng Yaoxian's decision was too risky.

"Don't worry," Zheng Yaoxian seemed to see through Su Ming's thoughts and said slowly, "I will make sure that every step will not reveal our true intentions."

Su Ming took a deep breath. He knew the only thing he could do now was to fully cooperate with Zheng Yaoxian. Although he still felt a little uneasy, he understood that in the current situation, he had little choice. He could only suppress all his anxiety and silently wait for Zheng Yaoxian's instructions.

With Zheng Yaoxian's arrival, the atmosphere grew increasingly tense. Everyone fell silent, their movements reduced to mechanical, silent communication. Everyone knew the next move was fraught with uncertainty, but at this moment, no one dared to flinch. Every second felt like they were on the brink of life and death, and every choice was fraught with danger.

Zheng Yaoxian quickly walked to the front of the team, his clear command quickly setting the pace. His natural leadership and unquestionable authority restored the team's long-lost composure in just a few seconds.

"Divide the operation into two groups," Zheng Yaoxian ordered in a low voice. "Su Ming, you lead the first group to conduct peripheral reconnaissance. I will lead the second group to prepare to suppress the enemy."

Su Ming nodded, then turned to direct his men. Although he understood Zheng Yaoxian's decisive actions, he still felt a sense of unease. The enemy already knew their whereabouts, and Zheng Yaoxian had chosen to let him lead the outer reconnaissance alone, clearly to separate the two forces and avoid being surrounded by the enemy.

Every minute and every second became precious. Su Ming had no time to question Zheng Yaoxian's decision; he could only follow orders. To avoid exposing his target, he dared not speak casually to the team members. Everyone remained silent, moving quickly toward the perimeter. Everyone's expression was as tense as a bowstring, their nerves intensely focused.

At the end of the corridor, the door that once led to a safe area now seemed to lead to an unknown abyss. Su Ming knew that the closer they got to the enemy's position, the greater the risk. Any small mistake could lead them into a desperate situation.

"Start." Zheng Yaoxian's voice came from a distance, carrying an unquestionable power.

Su Ming nodded quickly and quickly led his team to their designated position. His hand involuntarily tightened around the handle of his gun, feeling the cold metal. Although he knew the enemy was likely prepared, his heartbeat still accelerated at this moment. He felt surrounded by an invisible pressure, as if every step was leading him towards an abyss from which there was no return.

But no matter what, there is no turning back on this road.

The end of the corridor remained empty, a subdued silence hanging in the air, as if waiting for some impending explosion. Su Ming led his team through the corridor cautiously, taking every step with care, as if avoiding an invisible trap. Ahead, a faint light seemed to shimmer, but its faintness made everything seem even more hazy. Unknown threats lurked around every corner.

He knew the enemy was all around him, lurking in the shadows, waiting for their chance. Everyone's eyes darted around, glancing up from time to time, afraid of missing a single detail. The accelerated heartbeat felt like an invisible, tight ring, oppressing everyone.

"Let's split up and move quickly through the corridor," Su Ming whispered to the team member next to him. They had already split into two groups, but to reduce the risk of exposure, moving in groups was still the safest strategy. He led one group forward while the other took a detour, aiming to quickly cover the surrounding area.

However, just as Su Ming turned a corner, a small, medium-sized restroom sign suddenly appeared before him. He paused slightly, a thought stirring in his mind as he whispered, "Let's go to the restroom and hide for a while." He gestured for his team members to approach, preparing to temporarily enter the restroom to avoid possible sight.

The team members didn't ask any further questions. After all, in such a complex environment, any safe haven could become a temporary refuge. Su Ming pondered the enemy's movements as he walked toward the bathroom door, constantly speculating on what might happen next. The corridor was eerily quiet; even the air seemed filled with tension.

When he pushed open the restroom door, a gust of damp air hit him instantly, a mixture of the smell of detergent and a faint musty odor. He frowned slightly, glanced around the corner of the restroom, and quickly led the team members in one by one.