Within a five-kiloter range, it was still quite a distance for Li San and the others.
There was enough ti for a al.
During the al, everyone held a lunch box in their hands.
"Eat quickly, everyone. The enemy could search the area at any ti. Once you've eaten enough, disperse for a while," Tang Tianyou said casually.
However, this al felt rather lifeless.
In the past, no matter how great the challenge, they were never this silent.
Could it be because Xiaofan was missing from this al?
His absence might have so impact, but the main reason was today's so-called decisive battle.
We were ant to fight to the death, so why did we suddenly stop and retreat?
Lin Hongbin and the others couldn't figure it out, and Penghai felt confused too; especially Li San, who sensed sothing was very wrong.
This was clearly the last chance to retrieve HLY007; Xiaofan would not give up so easily.
"Third Brother, when is Xiaofan coming back?" He Qiang suddenly asked while eating.
"Qiangzi, what's the matter?" Li San asked casually.
"I don't get it; we clearly had a chance then. Before departing, we agreed that even if it cost us our lives, we would kill Muto and grab the data. You and Mr. Tang both have the skill to take down the enemy. Waiting a few more minutes, I don't believe Xiaofan with your help could fail to deal with Muto."
'Swish...'
Upon hearing He Qiang's words, Penghai tossed his lunch box aside as if expressing his emotions.
"I feel the sa way. Although I understand Xiaofan is considering what's best for us all, there was still a chance at that mont. Even if their reinforcents arrived quickly, so what? I've already killed a few, made my mark. What's there to fear about dying?"
The pressure Penghai felt ca entirely from Yanhuang Soul. Acting with Xiaofan this ti, he hadn't reported to Yanhuang Soul internally, even lying that he had no leads when they asked.
Now, the data was about to be sent to that mysterious base, essentially handing over HLY007's information without a final chance.
"Everyone feels sothing's off, right?" Li San set down his utensils, his brow furrowing slightly.
"Yes."
Lin Hongbin and the others nodded in agreent.
"This guy never explains his plans fully before setting them. Maybe he's under too much pressure, after all, you all..."
Li San hesitated, thinking Xiaofan wouldn't let things end so easily based on his ntality.
Despite the safety of this so-called decisive battle and excellent results, everyone felt imnsely unsatisfied, as if they had been tricked.
Where was the promised ultimate showdown?
"If..." Tang Tianyou began, uttering two words hesitantly.
His words drew everyone's attention.
Gathering himself, Tang Tianyou continued, "If today's operation was rely part of what he anticipated?"
Upon hearing this, they exchanged glances. Li San felt like his heart had been struck fiercely.
"Keep talking," Li San said calmly.
"In truth, when I blocked Muto for those two seconds, I realized killing Muto was indeed difficult. If I'm correct, the plan was in line with Xiaofan's expectations. The three of us joining forces could swiftly eliminate Muto. From there, finding HLY0-07's data would complete the mission."
"Indeed, but weren't three experts appeared later?" Li San asked further.
"Exactly, the appearance of experts must have been part of Xiaofan's calculations. Muto's strength is formidable; and if several experts accompany him, it becos challenging for us three. Under those circumstances, everything was unfavorable to us."
"So..." Li San slightly grasped the situation but was still missing a part.
"Thus, with the impossibility of continuing the fight, his plan was to retreat safely with everyone and then... initiate the next plan when assassinating Muto failed. This second decisive plan might not have included all of us."
"Damn..."
Finally, like being struck awake, Li San suddenly figured it out.
He realized, abruptly realizing sothing...
"That bastard must be planning to go solo..."
Indeed, based on his character, this is his real showdown, with another fierce battle just starting.
Quickly grabbing his phone, Li San dialed Xiaofan's number instantly.
"Hello..."
"Where are you?"
"I'm busy now; I'll contact you later."
"I'm asking... Hello, hello, hello..."
Watching the abruptly disconnected call, Li San showed a face full of frustration.
In his heart, a very likely thought erged that this guy must be doing sothing in secret again.
No wonder he said I should be responsible for everyone's safety.
"Damn, answer the phone already, hurry..."
"Hello."
"Hello, Li Kuo, it's , Li San."
"Hmm? What's up? Any results from today's showdown?" Li Kuo asked imdiately upon hearing the urgency in Li San's voice.
"Right now, open your computer and check where Xiaofan is."
"Xiaofan? Aren't you together?" Li Kuo asked nervously.
"I suspect this guy has ditched us to do sothing foolish again. Check quickly."
"Hang on, I'm at the hospital with my son, waiting for vaccinations. I'll let Ling Xue take over, and I'll return directly."
"Hurry, hurry."
About twenty minutes later, Li Kuo called again.
"Hello, where is he?"
"Kyoto, the beach."
"Beach? Specific location..."
"Wait, found it; it's a port. Where are you? What's happening?" Li Kuo asked softly.
"Damn it, the brat's gone alone to confront Muto. Damn it. Li Kuo, I'll explain later."
"Hello, hello..." Over here, Li Kuo sensed sothing was off too, but before he could inquire, the call ended abruptly.
"Everyone, listen up. We'll disperse here, exchange contact info. Tang..." After saying this, Li San signaled Tang Tianyou with his eyes.
"Okay, let's go." Tang Tianyou gave a bitter smile; such noble and magnanimous individuals were indeed rare.
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