“You should have already received the news that the government will provide asylum to Mohadi’s family. This news will certainly agitate the rebels, and the consulate personnel are the best bargaining chips. It’s highly likely there are rebel infiltrators within the Government Army escorting the convoy.”
“Can you confirm that?”
“Of course, and also because of other intelligence sources. I can confirm that the rebels are targeting the convoy. I need you to be prepared to provide support at any time. The Government Army is unreliable.”
Gao Yun glanced at Zhao Haoguang, who nodded and replied, “Understood. I will immediately deploy our forces and be ready to assist you at any time.”
After hanging up the phone, Zhao Haoguang said, “Let Yang Rui get ready first.”
Inside the consulate:
After hanging up the phone, He Qingliu nervously asked, “Will something really happen?”
“Don’t be so nervous. As long as the rebels want to capture us alive, we’ll have room to maneuver and wait for the Navy’s support,” Luo Jialing said, turning her head to look at Dr. Lu, who was coaxing a child while constantly dialing his phone. She smiled, “And who knows, we might even get external assistance.”
“Departing now! Everyone, get in the vehicles.”
Luo Jialing sat in the passenger seat of the minivan. The vehicle slowly drove out and merged into the convoy. She tilted her head and glanced in the rearview mirror at a Government Army soldier standing at a crossroads behind them, talking on his phone.
She looked back at the accompanying guard. Though it was just a glance, the guard understood her meaning, and the safety on his rifle was already off.
Government Army vehicles were positioned at the front and rear of the convoy. In the distance, sporadic gunshots and explosions could already be heard. The Government Army and rebels were already engaged in combat at the airport and in key urban areas. According to the plan, the convoy would bypass the combat zones, but the rebels likely wouldn’t give them that chance.
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“Boom…” The military vehicle leading the way was blown up by an IED. The driver slammed on the brakes, bringing the vehicle to a halt. “Don’t stop, push through!” Another military vehicle quickly moved to the front. “They want to force us into the combat zone. Take the small road ahead, turn right, and enter the factory area. Have the vehicles with the civilians move to the front.” Luo Jialing said calmly, “Consul He, contact the Navy immediately.”
The convoy entered the factory area. After days of fighting, the factory was already a ruin. Armed rebel personnel were already following from behind. “Get out, establish a defensive line, and cover the civilians entering the factory.”
“General Shalaf, the Chinese civilians and consul have entered the factory area.”
“You must capture them! These people will be our bargaining chips with the Chinese government.” Rebel leader General Shalaf did not yet know that he no longer had the opportunity to realize his ideals. A tall figure leaned over from behind him, covering his mouth with his right hand, while a military knife in his left hand was plunged into his heart from behind.
The body slid to the ground, and the guards outside the door had all been dealt with. “Yuri, it’s done.” A Russian man walked in, his eyes unusual—one blue, one green. He asked while holding his phone,
“Everyone loyal to Shalaf has been purged,” he said, kicking the body on the ground. “Now we call the shots here,” he added with a hint of sarcasm.
“Alasad’s people raided Green Valley Energy and have captured William Boson. These idiots almost let him escape!”
“Yes, Alasad has gone there. He will find out where the goods are.”
“Understood,” he said, hanging up the phone. “It went smoothly, didn’t it, Yuri? We’re almost there.”