A figure was fleeing in utter disarray. Someone looked through binoculars. It was none other than that Old Hong.
But that was not the point. The point was that Old Hong was alone.
In other words Old Hong had failed to rescue anyone. He had not brought An Lingyu out.
Liu Quan froze in shock.
Old Hong had charged in with overwhelming momentum like an unparalleled expert. Yet now he retreated like a beaten dog.
This? This? Liu Quan’s face changed. It was over. Completely over. If even Old Hong failed who else could succeed?
He had been full of confidence in Old Hong earlier. But now?
When Old Hong finally escaped back and returned to the rooftop one arm was being bandaged while his face showed complete dejection.
At this moment Old Hong no longer had the bearing of a martial world master. He looked extremely wretched.
One arm was gone. There were other wounds on his body.
Of course he made no mention at all of his earlier boast that he alone was sufficient.
What exactly is the situation inside? Someone asked.
Impossible to save. No one can save her! After a long pause Old Hong finally spoke.
Mister Luo please prepare yourself. Su Lingchu said to Luo Chen. But Luo Chen did not move and said nothing.
Hmph. Even this old man could not save her. How could he? Old Hong snorted coldly.
Old Hong was very confident in his own strength. If even he had failed how could anyone expect a mere youngster to succeed?
Moreover let me tell you the truth. You have no idea what the situation inside is like. Even if my senior brother came he could not save her. Old Hong delivered his verdict decisively.
Old Hong but this? Liu Quan was now completely panicked.
Because time was almost up. If this mission failed the Security Bureau might face a major shake-up. This was a grave blunder. It was impossible not to pursue accountability.
And as the main person responsible he would suffer terribly.
This old man did his best. Moreover that group is not as simple as you imagined. Did you not see that after decades roaming the martial world this old man actually fell into their hands today?
Old Hong gave a bitter laugh. Not only had he lost an arm here. Most importantly his lifelong reputation had been ruined right here.
This old man advises you to accept it. This time no one can go in and rescue the person!
But just as the words left his mouth both Su Lingchu’s and Liu Quan’s phones rang at the same time.
After hanging up their expressions differed.
Mister Luo the situation has changed. Old Hong going in just now alerted the enemy. Not only have they tightened their guard even more but Professor An can hold out for at most another five minutes. If we do not rescue her within five minutes Professor An will have to compromise. Su Lingchu said to Luo Chen.
Liu Quan had received the same information. Originally he would bear the main responsibility.
But now he seemed to let go. No matter what severe punishment awaited him.
In any case I am going all out now. Might as well just bomb that entire factory. If we all die together so be it. Liu Quan said viciously.
Nonsense! Su Lingchu shouted angrily.
Then what do you suggest we do? In any case if it comes to the worst we die together. There are only five minutes left. It is too late. Liu Quan had truly thrown caution to the wind. He even dared to talk back to Su Lingchu.
Nonsense. Is there not still Mister Luo?
Him? Even Old Hong failed. Do you think he can succeed?
Do you think he is stronger than Old Hong? How old is he? Even if he started training from the womb he could not possibly surpass Old Hong right? Liu Quan barked like a mad dog!
Brother Su do not blame me for boasting. But what is he? Even someone surnamed Hong could not do it. How could he? Old Hong chimed in with a taunt.
He is just a wet-behind-the-ears brat. There are only five minutes left. In such a short time can he rescue the person? Old Hong snorted coldly again looking at Luo Chen with utter disdain.
What are you? Luo Chen suddenly spoke.
What? With my seniority scolding you and you still refuse to accept it? Feeling wronged? Old Hong had always disliked Luo Chen.
Mister Luo time is urgent. Saving the person comes first. Once you rescue her you can settle accounts however you wish. Su Lingchu quickly stepped in to stop Luo Chen. He feared Luo Chen might act directly.
Luo Chen nodded.
Hmph. Let me put it plainly. Do you really think you can rescue the person?
Do you know how tight their defences are inside? You will be discovered before you even get close. Then what greets you is heavy machine-gun fire. If you dare approach further they will kill her!
Do you think this old man’s arm was lost for nothing? It was because they threatened to kill her that this old man got injured! Old Hong snorted