Strongest Soldier King Chapter 1851 1851: Meeting Mr. Li

Luo Zheng estimated that Shi Qian was unwilling to leave with him because he had other matters to attend to, and did not insist. He left the hotel with Lan Xue and Lan Xing. On the way, Lan Xue suggested they visit her grandfather, to pay respects and discuss their mission since they couldn't act without upper-level support. Luo Zheng naturally did not object. Lan Xue imdiately called her grandfather, and after saying a few words, the three headed to a certain secret military base.

About ten minutes later, they arrived at the base, parked the car, and walked to the familiar compound. There were guards waiting at the door who led them to the living room. Just at the doorway, they heard Mr. Li's cheerful laughter: "You still have so conscience, knowing to co and see this old man."

"Grandpa, we ca empty-handed. You don't mind, right? If you dislike it, the three of us will rush out to buy gifts. But you seem to have everything you need here, right?" Lan Xing laughed and dashed into the living room first.

"Sothing is missing. Can you guess what it is?" Mr. Li joked happily.

Luo Zheng entered the living room and saw Mr. Li lying on a chair, reading the newspaper, with a cup of hot tea beside him. The room was warm due to the heating. Luo Zheng quickly stepped forward to salute, but Mr. Li waved him off with a satisfied smile and said, "Today is a family visit, no need for salutes. Sit down."

"Yes." Luo Zheng still saluted respectfully and sat down, taking off his coat and handing it to Lan Xue, who hung it on the coat rack.

"Grandpa, is your health still good?" Lan Xing hung the coat and ca over, sitting next to Mr. Li with concern, saying, "The weather is too cold; don't go out if you don't have to. Just have so tea and read the newspaper. If anything cos up, just give us a shout, and we'll run errands as your juniors."

"You rascal, always sweet-talking." Mr. Li looked at Lan Xing lovingly and laughed, his gaze resting on Lan Xue for a second before focusing on Luo Zheng. He waved the guards away and said, "I heard about what happened a few days ago. You did well, taking down Twin Gate in one fell swoop. The Ministry of Public Security is very grateful to us. My old reputation is shining because of you all."

"I wouldn't dare; it was a collective effort." Luo Zheng quickly said humbly.

"Grandpa, I have a secret for you." Lan Xing said with a playful smile.

"Oh? What secret?" Mr. Li asked curiously.

"Brother-in-law's intelligence seems to have improved sowhat, his focus and ntal ability are stronger. With such high intelligence and abundant practical skills, isn't he worthy of being entrusted with greater duties?" Lan Xing said teasingly.

"You plan to take action? What is the target?" Mr. Li was extrely astute and imdiately deduced the underlying aning of Lan Xing's words, and looked curiously at Lan Xue and Luo Zheng to ask.

"How can you know everything? It's not fun." Lan Xing pouted and said in frustration.

"I watched you grow up. Can I not understand your thoughts?" Mr. Li scolded with mock annoyance, his eyes full of love. He looked at Lan Xue and continued, "Your dad called a couple of days ago. It's rare for your family to have a peaceful New Year together. You've done well as an elder sister. Tell , what's your target? I won't be at ease if I don't know, and what's the deal with the increased intelligence?" He said, looking at Luo Zheng.

"Go ahead and explain." Lan Xue warmly turned to Luo Zheng and smiled.

"Alright." Luo Zheng agreed, looked earnestly at Mr. Li and said, "Let's set aside the intelligence issue for now; we'll test it afterward. Let's talk about the action target first. During the rescue operation in Sam Country where Uncle Lan was freed, I promised Little Ma, the assistant to the ambassador at Sam Country, to help rescue his master, codenad Hummingbird. Little Ma ntioned that the Dark Prison holds many Advanced Agents, who are our invaluable assets. They fought for our country and made great sacrifices. Not knowing is one thing, but knowing and not rescuing them makes feel unsettled. Of course, it ultimately depends on the decision from higher-ups. Personally, I firmly obey superior commands."

"Indeed, Advanced Agents are heroes. We cannot let heroes bleed and then be forgotten. I've heard about Hummingbird, one of the National Security Departnt's top-secret agents, being held in the Dark Prison. The National Security Departnt has organized many rescue attempts but they failed, losing several Advanced Agents. It's not that the country doesn't care, but the Dark Prison is no ordinary place. Do you have a plan?" Mr. Li asked seriously, looking at Luo Zheng.

"We have so assurance, but we need strong support from the upper-level." Luo Zheng replied earnestly.

"Support is not a problem; whatever National Blade has will be provided as you need it, following the usual rules. You know them. Tell your plan." Mr. Li sat up and said seriously, giving Luo Zheng a look full of anticipation.

"While investigating the Heavenly Pearl case, I t two legendary figures from the world, one skilled in theft, nicknad Shi Qian, and another skilled at digging tunnels, nicknad Nine-tailed Fox. The initial plan is to dig a tunnel from outside the Dark Prison to penetrate the interior. The precise location for digging needs to be determined after inspection. We are very aware of the serious consequences of alarming Sam Country, and will act with caution. Additionally, we'll find a way to infiltrate the Dark Prison from the inside. With Shi Qian's skills, there's so assurance of mixing in discreetly." Luo Zheng explained earnestly.

"You an to simultaneously work the tunnel while infiltrating to investigate the situation, and once the tunnel is through, have coordination from inside to outside, getting people out through the tunnel and then retreat?" Mr. Li looked at Luo Zheng with surprise, asking further when he saw Luo Zheng nod. He couldn't help but start pondering.

Lan Xue thought carefully about the whole plan, though it's just a frawork, yet not impossible. As long as each segnt connects well, there's a fifty percent chance of success, which is worth the attempt. She looked at Mr. Li seriously and said, "Grandpa, considering safety, the tunnel needs to be dug at a distance from the prison. The whole process might take about a week. The person skilled in digging tunnels has inherited the craft, with ancestors being tomb raiders. I've t her; she's a woman and seems reliable. The thief could stealthily steal the Heavenly Pearl from a heavily guarded exhibition, which shows he's a master. He could lead the infiltration underground without major issues. Even if the tunnel doesn't succeed, we can still extract the people from inside."

"Oh? And how will you get them out? I recall a formal army division defending outside the Dark Prison's military base with over ten thousand troops. How confident are you in getting them out?" Mr. Li asked curiously.

"About fifty percent. Last ti at the Military Research Institute during the security mission, we captured several Ninja Stealth Suits, all advanced items. But the Equipnt Team took them for research. You can give an order to let us use them temporarily; afterward, we'll return them, and our chances of success could increase by another twenty percent." Lan Xue suggested.

"Research is at a critical stage and needs reference samples. I can give you two of them." Mr. Li said seriously.

"Two won't be enough." Lan Xue quickly said.

"It'll be sufficient; two is enough." Luo Zheng held Lan Xue back, smiling confidently.

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