On the other side, Iwazaki Hideyoshi, who looked nervous, was taken unobstructed to the Silent Hill base.

However, the deeper he went into this base, the more cold sweat appeared on Iwazaki Hideyoshi's forehead.

One could say it's a normal military base, but there weren't any fighter jets, tanks, or heavy equipment.

But if you call it a regular office facility, the sharp-eyed and heavily armed guards are clearly stronger than average.

And as one by one, the explosive-proof doors weighing several tons opened, he found that underneath the main structure of the base was a hidden nuclear shelter-level secret underground bunker...

Even more terrifying were the scholars and white coats hurrying about, passing by rooms filled with all kinds of strange biological specimens and experimental equipment.

Everything pointed to the fact that this was not a simple military base...

He felt that even a torture chamber filled with interrogation tools was much more lovable than this eerie and terrifying secret base...

Well... At least a normal torture chamber wouldn't require those entering to be disinfected...

"Shhh~" As the white disinfectant mist covering his whole body slowly dissipated, Iwazaki Hideyoshi's face turned even paler.

If it weren't for the deterrent force value, he would really want to turn around and run.

Initially, he thought the person who saved him was sent by the Country Hua's military and brought him here because some big shot wanted to see him.

The purpose? Either to recruit, coerce, or bide one's time to sell him like precious goods...

He was now a thorn in Iwazaki Yuhei's side.

If he, this potential threat, weren't dead, even if Iwazaki Yuhei successfully ascended, sitting securely in that position would be uneasy for him.

Whether to shape himself into the "exiled government" of the Iwazaki family or to force Iwazaki Yuhei to make compromises, were both good choices.

But the meeting place made him realize his speculation seemed inaccurate.

This place obviously wasn't some legit negotiation safe house, but more like a secret biochemical experiment base...

Why did the other party bring him to such a place; what do they intend to do to him?

No way they're planning to use some biochemical weapon to kill him?

Then why did they save him?

"Mr. Black Cat, we meet again, all's well I hope."

After the disinfection, a handsome young man, appearing like an officer, greeted Ning Shisan, extending his hand.

Black Cat?

It doesn't sound like a name; this must be the Sword Master's codename...

Iwazaki Hideyoshi immediately adjusted the non-prescription glasses used for disguise, trying to analyze some clues from their conversation...

...

Seeing an old acquaintance for the rendezvous, Ning Shisan smiled and returned the greeting.

"Indeed, Captain Chu, it seems fate often has us meet."

Counting Damascus and the orphanage incident, this marked their third meeting.

Speaking of which, this person named Chu Tian frequently appeared in his "task list," and last time the organization went to great lengths to send him as a tool to rescue the other's team.

Since then, interactions were frequent.

This guy... does he have some sort of special upper-level connections?

Hmm... It seems necessary to improve the relationship between both sides.

He immediately smiled and offered a Hua cigarette, "Have one?"

Chu Tian stared blankly at the suddenly presented Hua cigarette; this is quite a departure from your previous unsmiling elite mercenary style...

Couldn't help but size up Ning Shisan.

"It's only been a few days since we last met, brother, you seem... quite the change?" Chu Tian was somewhat puzzled.

Last time they met, Ning Shisan was skilled, clearly well-trained.

But the face was pale, with sunken bags under the eyes, the inner vitality felt like a gloomy, failing old man.

But only after so many days, Ning Shisan was now brimming with energy, looking spirited.

The smile on his face seemed as if he wanted to offer Hua cigarettes to whoever he met...

"Haha! Survived a perilous situation." Ning Shisan said with a hint of melancholy.

Who would've thought that the terminally ill him would have another day among the living.

Organizational technology, change lives!

But Chu Tian misunderstood, thoughtfully glanced at Iwazaki Hideyoshi, who was eavesdropping with his ears alert...

Hmm... That mysterious guy with the helmet previously mentioned the opponent had seemed to return alive from the gates of death.

Apparently, to capture the important figure Iwazaki Hideyoshi, they indeed went through a life-or-death battle...

Although their allegiances differ, similar experiences of wandering on the edge of life and death had him somewhat sympathizing with the weathered man.

The next friendly gesture of accepting the Hua cigarette, even voluntarily lighting it for Ning Shisan.

"So, are you married?"

"No, I'm a bachelor, what about you?"

"The child is already old enough to get soy sauce."

"Really? I didn't realize. Hey! I heard you senior officers have spouses provided, is it true?"

"Nonsense, we freely court, there's just a lot of mixers."

"How's the salary and benefits then? Is buying a house without much pressure?"

"Not wealthily abundant, but no worries with food and drink, housing is a team benefit, and what about you, do private companies give the full insurance package?"

"What do you mean 'give or not give'? You're underestimating our private enterprises; from birth, old age, sickness, to death, even the martyr graveyard is arranged."

"Last time I wanted to ask, what's with the martyr graveyard narrative..."

The two middle-aged men chatted heartily amidst smoke clouds, yet Iwazaki Hideyoshi listened, utterly dumbfounded.

What the heck is this?

Laozi painstakingly studied Chinese language from a young age, put on Conan glasses, hoping to listen to discussions about spouse assignments and national insurance packages?

There's not an iota of useful info in this!

Quickly discuss what this place is, what you plan to do to me!

"Captain Chu, it's ready inside."

At this moment, a researcher in a white coat approached Chu Tian and spoke.

After speaking, he glanced strangely at Iwazaki Hideyoshi, his gaze held scrutiny, expectation, and sympathy...

It made Iwazaki Hideyoshi feel a chill down his spine.

"Alright! Bring the person in!" Chu Tian discarded the cigarette butt.

He took his time chatting with Ning Shisan, naturally waiting for the staff to prepare...

This matter, like a bride ascending the bridal sedan, was the first time.

They must prepare for all contingencies...

Immediately, two Dragon Hunting Team members, on either side, took Iwazaki Hideyoshi's arms.

Revealing the dagger from the cloak!

Iwazaki Hideyoshi instantly felt the overwhelming hostility of the world pressing towards him...

"Wait! What are you doing? What is prepared? What do you want to do to me? Don't... I want to see the Fusang consul, I demand a lawyer's presence, I want to see your leader... I... mmm..."

With his mouth gagged, Iwazaki Hideyoshi was dragged into the lab, instinctively casting his gaze toward Ning Shisan who brought him...

"Bang!" The lab's alloy door shut with menace.

Although Ning Shisan didn't have a telepathy skill, he read the meaning in the eye contact right before the door closed, empathetically understanding it...

Going to such lengths to save him, and then kill him...

They must be insane!

Next chapter will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

If you find any errors ( broken links, non-standard content, etc.. ), Please let us know < report chapter > so we can fix it as soon as possible.