Strongest Soldier King Chapter 1378 1378: Target Relocation

The people coming to seek the State Preceptor were particularly nurous, completely blocking the entrance to the temple. After the attack, these people scattered in panic, fearing involvent. As a result, the police and assault teams stationed between the crowd and the temple couldn't intercept anyone, helplessly watching the crowd disperse. Knowing the assailant was among them, they could only stare blankly. Luo Zheng and his team quickly retreated, getting into a business vehicle that had already been started.

The contact didn't ask much, driving away quickly. The ride was silent, everyone lost in their thoughts. The contact was not very clear about Luo Zheng and his team's identity and mission, but he was highly disciplined and didn't ask unnecessary questions, focusing on driving and taking everyone back to the consulate. He parked the car, and they swiftly returned to their guest rooms, sitting down in one of the rooms.

The outco of this operation was yet unknown, but their identities would certainly be exposed. Staying outside was extrely dangerous. The contact knew they were discussing important matters and didn't follow in. After closing the door, everyone checked the surroundings, ensuring no one was eavesdropping, then they all looked at Luo Zheng. Luo Zheng pondered for a mont before opening the signal device, putting on an earpiece, and said, "Lan Xing, closely monitor the temple situation, ascertain the State Preceptor's current status, and report promptly."

"The distance before exceeded the effective range for a handgun. While it could still hit the target, the extent of the damage is unknown. It's unclear if the target is dead or alive. I estimate the likelihood of injury is greatest. What next?" Lan Xue looked at Luo Zheng, voicing everyone's thoughts.

"Wait. Rushing out would expose us, and without specific intelligence, it's detrintal to act. We can only wait now. Once we've ascertained the target's status, it will be easier to act. If shot and injured, the target would certainly go to the hospital for ergency treatnt, presenting opportunities to strike. If unhard, or secretly protected, things beco complex." Luo Zheng contemplated and said.

"Yes, this really is the only way. In that situation, if we didn't fire, we wouldn't have any chance. By shooting, it's possible we injured the target, leading to a hospital scenario, which is an opportunity. We've done what we can, now let's watch how the situation unfolds." Lan Xue said sowhat helplessly.

"What's the situation with the action team now?" Luo Zheng continued to ask.

"With vehicles at their disposal, they're moving fast, and can board the nuclear submarine in at most two days." Lan Xing quickly responded.

"Good, notify us imdiately with any further updates." Luo Zheng instructed, looking at everyone, and continued, "The past few days in the harsh cold winds, everyone's body has reached its limit. Now, let's rest and recuperate, we'll continue tomorrow. Any questions?"

After thinking for a mont, everyone shook their heads, and Luo Zheng continued, "Alright, let's leave it at that. Return to your rooms to rest. There are three rooms in total: Xue Er gets one, Ghost Hand, you're with , Mountain Eagle and Snow Leopard, you two in the other. Ghost Hand, notify the contact of our decision, and have him arrange food to replenish our bodies. The next tasks might be more challenging, and we need to be in good physical condition."

"Understood." Everyone responded, then left.

Luo Zheng turned on the TV in the room to watch the news. There was no report related to the temple, and since he couldn't understand it, he simply turned off the TV and went to sleep. During this period, everyone stayed in the consulate, awaiting changes in the situation. They slept, ate when awake, and gradually restored about seventy to eighty percent of their physical condition.

The next morning, Lan Xing sent word that the target had been taken to the largest local hospital. Two hours later, a helicopter transported them to the capital and the palace. Upon hearing this news, Luo Zheng sighed inwardly; within the palace, there would definitely be royal physicians, only needing to receive treatnt inside the palace. The palace had strict guards, making any further assassination attempt not easy.

Luo Zheng gathered everyone to explain the situation, adding, "Our identity should already be exposed, and the enemy is surely searching the streets. anwhile, the target has gone to their capital. We must head to the capital. Any good suggestions?"

"With silicone masks, the consulate can help us get identities. We must head to the capital quickly." Lan Xue swiftly suggested.

Luo Zheng looked at the others, and seeing them nod in agreent, he said, "Alright. Ghost Hand, coordinate with the contact, and let him handle the identity issue. We must set out tomorrow. If we can't fly, we'll drive."

"Yes." Ghost Hand agreed without hesitation and hurried to find the contact.

Luo Zheng continued, "The target is hiding in the palace, guarded strictly. The chance to act is minimal. Any good ideas?"

"If not the ground, then there's only underground and the air left." Lan Xue frowned and said.

"Air is probably also challenging. The palace likely has strict air restrictions, not allowing us anywhere close. Going underground might be an option, but our equipnt is insufficient." Mountain Eagle reminded.

"Alright, we'll see when we get there." Luo Zheng pondered, then instructed Lan Xing via earpiece, "Coordinate with the embassy for a safe haven. The enemy will be on full alert, staying at the embassy is relatively safer. Second, get a layout of the palace and an underground network map. Third, we need equipnt. Who should we contact? Resolve this swiftly."

"Understood." Lan Xing agreed wholeheartedly.

Soon, Luo Zheng heard a notification on his phone. Opening it, he saw the palace layout and underground network map sent by Lan Xing. Each had a copy, and everyone began carefully reviewing them. Shortly after, Ghost Hand returned, nodding to Luo Zheng, indicating that everything had been arranged and joined in studying the maps.

On the battlefield, knowing your enemy and yourself ensures victory, and intelligence is crucial to victory. From the palace layout, infiltration from the ground seems impossible. Furthermore, the palace is vast, and the target's exact location is unknown. Entering haphazardly could lead to exposure. The underground pipes crisscross, filled with water, electricity, and gas lines, making entry difficult.

After observing for a while, Luo Zheng raised his head, feeling heavy-hearted. The possibility of infiltration seed very low from the maps, making matters more challenging. After so thought, Luo Zheng glanced at everyone and said, "Brothers, our primary problem is identifying the target's hiding location. Without solving this, further planning is impossible. Any good suggestions?"

"Let the security agency help; they might have ans to ascertain the situation. Bribery and intelligence gathering are their specialties. It takes two days to drive there, plenty of ti to act. By the ti we arrive, the intelligence will be ready." Lan Xue calmly suggested.

"Agreed." Luo Zheng considered it, found it feasible, and instructed seriously via earpiece, "Lan Xing, have the security agency brothers help in locating the target."

"Understood; Bureau Director Wu needs a conversation with you all in ten minutes, saying there's sothing important to discuss." Lan Xing seriously reported.