When Chen Ping'an arrived at Squad Leader Shen Shikang's office, he found that many people were already standing inside.
"Lord Tian."
"Chief Li, Chief Huang."
Chen Ping'an, filled with doubt, greeted them.
"Chen Squad Leader is here too."
Several Chief Constables replied.
Chen Ping'an looked around and saw the same confusion in the eyes of the Chief Constables.
It was clear that none of them knew why Shen Shikang had called them.
After waiting with them for a while, Stern and Chief Liu also arrived. Besides Shen Shikang himself, all the core management of Nanquan Lane Garrison Office were present in the office.
The Chief Constables looked at each other, unable to figure out what was going on.
"Lord Tian, what do you think about this matter..."
A Chief Constable symbolically tried to understand the situation. But Lord Tian just smiled helplessly, clearly indicating he wasn't sure what was happening either.
What's going on? Why is it so mysterious?
Chen Ping'an secretly wondered.
They didn't wait long before Shen Shikang walked in from outside the office.
"Go outside and keep watch. Don't let anyone get close."
Shen Shikang instructed the Yamen Runner Tao Lei, then entered the office and closed the door tightly behind him.
What exactly is going on that requires such caution?
Considerable curiosity arose in the hearts of the Chief Constables.
Shen Shikang looked around and said, "Everyone is here, so I'll get straight to the point."
Chen Ping'an and the others listened intently to Shen Shikang.
Upon hearing him, they were quite surprised.
"What? Spring Rain Pavilion?"
Chief Li couldn't help but exclaim.
"Yes." Shen Shikang nodded, signaling Chief Li not to get agitated.
Chen Ping'an's heart also trembled slightly.
The Spring Rain Pavilion on Liuye Street in Nanquan Lane is actually a secret stronghold of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect!?
This news was indeed a bit unbelievable.
Spring Rain Pavilion was quite famous in Nanquan Lane, attracting many young, vibrant, strong men.
It was a place of romance, where one could compose poetry, enjoy music, and admire the moon, all quite delightful.
Back then, Monkey Head really loved going to Spring Rain Pavilion to see the girls.
From him, Chen Ping'an also learned the names of many girls in Spring Rain Pavilion.
He never expected that such a place would be a secret stronghold of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect!
"No wonder the Great Deacon of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect appeared here before!" Tian Fuliang said solemnly.
The Ten Thousand Demons Sect, that was a colossal force. Anything involving the Ten Thousand Demons Sect was no small matter.
Noticing everyone's worry, Shen Shikang offered reassurance: "Don't worry, this stronghold is mainly used for collecting information and providing intelligence to the Ten Thousand Demons Sect's branch. There aren't any particularly strong martial artists within the stronghold."
"According to effective intelligence from Nancheng Suppression Office, considering secrecy, it's unlikely for martial artists above Muscle Changing to appear in Spring Rain Pavilion."
"So that's how it is."
Upon hearing this, everyone collectively breathed a sigh of relief.
Chen Ping'an was actually fine, but it was always a good thing not to encounter any high-level experts.
The information that Spring Rain Pavilion was an intelligence stronghold of the Ten Thousand Demons Sect was learned by Shen Shikang today during a routine meeting at Nancheng Suppression Office.
This move was to prevent alerting the enemy and to avoid any unnecessary changes due to leaked information.
Because of this, Nancheng Suppression Office would not send any support for this operation. Everything would need to be handled solely by the Nanquan Lane Garrison Office.
"The situation inside Spring Rain Pavilion has been thoroughly investigated. Here are the intelligence files; everyone, please take a look first."
Saying this, Shen Shikang took out a stack of archive materials.
Everyone took them and began to examine them.
Chen Ping'an also looked on.
The intelligence was very detailed, including the overall layout of Spring Rain Pavilion, the list and portraits of the personnel inside, and the associated organizations of Spring Rain Pavilion...
Chen Ping'an looked very carefully, especially at the portraits of the girls in Spring Rain Pavilion.
Hiss~
It must be said that the Zhenfu Division's intelligence personnel really had some skill. The paintings were truly detailed!
Those chests, those thighs...
Tsk tsk tsk, quite something!
"Madam, girls, maids, stewards, servants, cooks, helpers... There are many people in Spring Rain Pavilion, and the Devil cultists are hidden among them. If we want to catch them all, we can't let a single person escape."
"Therefore, in this operation, it's better to arrest the wrong person than to let anyone go!"
"However... to catch everyone, we cannot send too few people. Otherwise, we simply won't be able to handle it.
But if a large group of people goes directly, even the Devil cultists, no matter how foolish, will know something is wrong. They will definitely run away early. Even if we are prepared, it's hard to say that we can catch them all."
"Alright, everyone think about it. What ideas do you have?"
Shen Shikang analyzed the situation and opened the floor for discussion.
"Squad Leader, I think it would be better if we split into several groups, first locking down several important surrounding streets and alleys, and then one group directly surrounds Spring Rain Pavilion. This way, even if there are any who slip through, the main routes will already be locked down, and the Devil cultists won't be able to escape."
"Chief Liu, your idea has no major problems. But it's too difficult to execute. When our people surround the place, it will surely be chaotic and frantic. In such a situation, asking ordinary Yamen Runners to lock down martial artists of Qi and Blood second and third stages is a bit too demanding."
"Chief Huang, then you tell us, what's your idea?"
"If you ask me..."
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The Chief Constables debated quite fiercely, each offering their ideas. Initially, everyone's ideas had more or less many flaws, but as the discussion progressed, the action plan gradually became more refined.
Finally, Shen Shikang made the decision, settling on a highly feasible action plan.
First, send someone to Spring Rain Pavilion to stir up trouble under some pretext. Then, the Zhenfu Division will intervene, sending people directly to surround Spring Rain Pavilion and capture all the Devil cultists.
However, there were many points to pay attention to.
For example, the person sent needs to be clever and adaptable, and the pretext found must be reasonable, so as not to arouse suspicion among the Devil cultists in Spring Rain Pavilion.
For example, the Zhenfu Division's forces must have a legitimate reason and be assembled in advance, ready to depart at any time.
And for example, taking Liuye Street where Spring Rain Pavilion is located as the main area, several surrounding streets and alleys must have reasonable patrol Yamen Runners arranged, preparing for the worst-case scenario. Once the encirclement is launched, key nodes must be locked down in advance.
And for example...
There were many such detailed matters, testing the organizational and executive abilities of each Chief Constable and Yamen Runner. Any slight error in between could lead to mistakes in the operation.
"Chen Ping'an, among us, your cultivation is the lowest, and you are the youngest. Going to Spring Rain Pavilion will not easily attract the attention of the Devil cultists. This advance deployment is entrusted to you. Go to Spring Rain Pavilion and stir up a big commotion!"
Shen Shikang looked at Chen Ping'an and said with a smile.
Shen Shikang's arrangement was approved by those present. Indeed, Shen Shikang was quite reasonable.
"Okay, Squad Leader."
If successful, his role would earn him significant merit. This could be seen as Shen Shikang looking out for him.
It's just...
Among them, was his cultivation the lowest?
Hmm... If the opportunity is right, perhaps I can display a bit more of my strength in this operation.
Merit plus strength, I wonder if it can allow me to advance further!?
Just as Chen Ping'an was contemplating, Shen Shikang assigned tasks to the others.
Shen Shikang looked around, his voice filled with passion: "Gentlemen, if we can successfully eradicate the Devil stronghold this time, I will personally go to Nancheng Suppression Office to request commendations for all of you!"
"Thank you, Squad Leader."
Everyone responded in unison.
"Wishing for Perfection!"
"Wishing for Perfection!"
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