Even ants cling to life, let alone humans?
Xiaofan, who has walked the edge of life and death so many tis, could deeply feel the pressure of hovering between life and death.
Now, threatened with his life by the White Scorpion, he resolutely chose to first retrieve the HLY007 data.
In fact, Xiaofan also considered using Lingze to exchange for the antidote. But it would be just like exchanging the data for Zuimo; the other party would never sincerely want to exchange, and by that ti, failing to get the antidote would put his comrades in danger.
Making such a decision was the result of Xiaofan's careful consideration, after all, there are still many ways to find the antidote, such as his grandfather possibly finding Three-color Figs in Huaxia to make one. Moreover, even though the antidote is rare in Japan, it surely does exist.
After retrieving the HLY007 data this ti, he will then look for the antidote, leaving only two months for Xiaofan. Xiaofan decided to bet it all on this attempt.
"Futoshi Muto, the goods are being transported to the base the day after tomorrow. Now that Lingze has been kidnapped, do you think he might spill the beans..." Here, Uncle Zhong was also very worried about this issue.
"So what if he does? If he talks, it shows he's not loyal to us. However, with his intelligence, he should understand that if he remains silent under the Black Mantis's custody, he will suffer grave harm and risks losing his life at any mont."
"Hmm? So, what do you suggest, Taikun?"
"Regardless of whether he talks or not, we must prepare in advance. If the Black Mantis intends to use Lingze to trade for the antidote, then there's a chance. If we don't receive any ssage about him wanting to exchange for the antidote by tomorrow, then our guards need to be on high alert. The plan for the day after tomorrow will not change."
"But this Mutant research..." Uncle Zhong still had so doubts.
"The Black Mantis couldn't possibly think that such tactics could completely sabotage our research. If he shows up, it must be for the HLY007 data," Muto continued.
Muto's words were correct; even if the arsenal was destroyed once, another could quickly be established. No matter how capable the Black Mantis is, it's impossible to succeed every ti so smoothly. Muto's point was that as long as the Black Mantis would strike again, they would have the chance to capture him completely.
What concerned them the most now was the Black Mantis lurking in the shadows, occasionally erging to disrupt operations, making it very difficult to handle.
Now, with the Mutant research and HLY007 decryption moved to the secret base, even if the Black Mantis intents to sabotage, it would be impossible for him to do much by himself on that isolated island.
"He has held Lingze for such a long ti without any news; sothing doesn't feel right," Uncle Zhong said with suspicion.
"Hmm, if you consider his previous actions, his purpose for kidnapping Lingze should be for the poison in the nightingale. Seeing that the nightingale is about to succumb to the poison, he couldn't possibly remain calm. Ikeshita, if our transport goes smoothly the day after tomorrow and I haven't returned, you will stand guard here. Should the Black Mantis call to negotiate the exchange, you are to agree to it temporarily."
"And if the Black Mantis acts the day after tomorrow?"
"Then we have to abandon Lingze. I know he is doing this out of necessity, and although his contributions are not small, the people above will not allow a traitor to remain. Even if I wish to protect him, convincing those above would be hard. However, if during the Black Mantis's action, we manage to capture or kill him successfully, and if Lingze returns alive, I will report to the top that this was Lingze's plan. Ultimately, killing the Black Mantis is no lesser credit than retrieving the HLY007 data."
"I understand."
Muto's fondness for Lingze was evident at this mont. Since he intended to help Lingze ascend to power, he would not give up until the last mont.
However, ti passed little by little, yet the call from the Black Mantis was still delayed.
What's the fate of Lingze? Has he t with misfortune?
"Hello, Xiaofan."
On the other side, Li San had also arrived at the base where Shen Zuimo was previously held.
"How's it going?"
"Throughout today, three trucks and five armored vehicles have entered the base. I can't investigate inside, but if Lingze wasn't lying, those trucks and armored vehicles should be transporting the Mutant research tools to that mysterious base. That's my judgnt."
"Hmm, wait there for orders; we will et you in the morning of the day after tomorrow. You first..."
"Hold on, a vehicle is coming out, it's Muto..."
"Hmm, he is indeed there, that confirms it."
Xiaofan's target was indeed the data on Muto, but Muto was highly skilled; to obtain the data, they must kill him first, which would not be an easy task.
"Xiaofan, how about we exchange for the antidote while Muto is transporting the data," Li San advised calmly.
"Impossible, they will undoubtedly delay a few days, deciding and acting once Muto returns. They've had my phone number all along. However, they haven't contacted , just waiting for to reach out to them."
"We could force them to deliver the antidote in a day, otherwise, we threaten to kill Lingze. Such a threat could..."
"Muto doesn't have the antidote, as Lingze already ntioned, even if Muto intends to save Lingze, applying for the antidote requires two days in advance. So, don't overthink it; just wait for us there."
"Are you sure you won't rethink about it?"
"That's it for now."
With that, the call was disconnected. Li San helplessly put down the binoculars and casually laid the phone aside, feeling resigned about Xiaofan's persistence.
anwhile, Xiaofan slowly put down the phone, glancing at Tang Tianyou, who had just co out of the room where Lingze was held.
"What's the situation?"
"Confird, he will sleep until the morning of the day after tomorrow."
"Good."
Everything was ready; the final battle was about to unfold.
"Penghai, how's it going on your side?" Xiaofan turned to look at Penghai from the Hidden Assassination Squad.
"Preparations are already underway and should be complete by tomorrow night," Penghai replied calmly.
"There's one day left for preparation. This is the final call: anyone wanting to back out can still...
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