Spy Wars: Strong Agents Who Are Ruthless and Talk Little

Chapter 535 Waiting for a Response

"What exactly do you want to say?" Su Ming's tone became more serious, and he began to feel a strong sense of crisis.

The robber took a deep breath, as if making a final struggle. "You're not a police officer, but you also know that the people behind this will never let me go. They... they don't just want me to pay back the money, they also want me to do something, and these things are far beyond my control."

Su Ming's brow furrowed as a series of images flashed through his mind, his doubts growing. The robber's words, though filled with helplessness, also revealed a deep fear. Su Ming knew this situation was far more complex than it appeared.

"What do these things you said have to do with me?" Su Ming asked in a low voice, his eyes still cold.

Anxiety flashed in the robber's eyes; he seemed to have no way out. "You don't understand. The people behind this aren't just the forces you imagine. They've already started targeting you."

These words pierced Su Ming's heart like a sharp blade. Someone behind the scenes had set their sights on him? He suddenly understood. Everything seemed to be tied to him. That mysterious organization seemed to have already targeted him. Whether it was the previous mission or the current situation, all the clues pointed in the same direction—he had been caught up in a larger conspiracy.

"You know more?" Su Ming's voice was low and his eyes were as sharp as a knife.

The robber's eyes flickered, clearly not trusting Su Ming completely. But at this moment, he seemed to have no other choice. "I don't know much, but I know their target is related to you." He paused, his voice so low it was almost inaudible. "You have to be careful. They won't let you go."

Su Ming felt a chill run through his heart. He didn't say anything else, but turned quickly, scanning his surroundings. The situation was becoming increasingly complicated. Those forces hidden in the shadows were quietly approaching, and he had no way to retreat.

He took a deep breath and decided that he had to find Zheng Yaoxian as soon as possible and find out what was going on. At this moment, he was no longer a calm bystander, but a deeply involved part of the situation. He took every step more cautiously, as if every decision would determine the future.

"I have to go." Su Ming whispered to the robber, "Be careful."

The robber nodded, his eyes still filled with complex emotions. He said nothing more, simply watching Su Ming leave silently. The man who had once given him a glimmer of hope seemed to have been drawn into a larger vortex, and he himself could only struggle within it.

He looked down at the slip of paper in his hand, wrinkled from repeated rubbing. Written on it was a single name: Zheng Yaoxian. That name, like a flash of lightning, pierced the fog of his heart and gave him a glimmer of hope. But who was this Zheng Yaoxian? Why was he the only person he could turn to at this moment?

His heartbeat quickened. Su Ming took a deep breath, a look of determination flashing in his eyes. He turned, hurriedly disappeared around the corner, blending into the night.

Zheng Yaoxian, a legendary figure in the world of espionage, is a name nearly everyone in intelligence has heard, but only a handful know his specific identity. Rumors surrounding him are swirling, some claiming he's a former high-ranking official who has vanished, others claiming he was simply an ordinary man who skillfully manipulated the situation, and even some claiming he died in an operation. Yet, none of these can erase his legacy from this unique field. His strategies, strategies, and mindset remain a guiding principle for countless individuals, serving as a source of study and learning.

Now, Su Ming had no other choice. He had been hiding under the enemy's noses for a long time, but now he was in a dangerous situation. If he couldn't break through the current predicament, the fate of him and his teammates might be completely rewritten. But both his personal experience and the team's coordination were pale in comparison. The situation before him was complex and volatile. Every step he took was like walking on the edge of a cliff. One misstep could lead to a plunge into the abyss.

But Zheng Yaoxian's name gave him a different kind of hope. A few years ago, he had come across a lecture by Zheng Yaoxian by chance. Though the content was general, it deeply moved him. At that moment, Su Ming realized that perhaps he could draw strength from this legendary figure's wisdom to change the situation. However, approaching Zheng Yaoxian was not easy. He was like a ghost, his whereabouts elusive, seemingly always glimpsed from everyone's sight. Even his circle of friends was pitifully small.

However, that night, Su Ming was determined to find him no matter what. No matter the cost, even if it meant entering a dangerous world beyond his reach, he had to master the strategy that would turn the tide.

He hurried through several alleyways, silently pondering the legend of Zheng Yaoxian. Rumor had it that Zheng Yaoxian was an extremely profound man, always using clever strategies to lure his opponents into traps without them realizing it. Everything he did was almost entirely a silent game of strategy. This filled Su Ming with awe and, at the same time, ignited a strong desire for knowledge.

Finally, after a series of turns and corners, Su Ming stopped in front of a dilapidated building. It was unremarkable, blending in with the surrounding buildings, seemingly unremarkable at first glance. But he knew this was Zheng Yaoxian's hiding place. There seemed to be no guards at the entrance, and the surroundings seemed eerily quiet. But Su Ming knew that any unusual movement would be noticed by the occupant of this place.

He hesitated for a moment, then walked to the door and knocked gently. The door didn't open immediately, only a faint sound coming from inside. Su Ming held his breath, staring intently at the heavy wooden door, waiting for a response.

"You came to see me?" Finally, the door slowly opened, and a man in a gray robe appeared at the door. Su Ming looked up, and a hint of surprise unconsciously appeared in his eyes.

Zheng Yaoxian, though old and gray at the temples, had an unusually sharp pair of eyes, as if he could see through all hypocrisy and pretense. That all-seeing gaze made Su Ming's heart flutter for a moment, as if everything about him was exposed to Zheng Yaoxian's gaze.

"Come in." Zheng Yaoxian said lightly without any extra words, then turned and walked into the house.