Spy Wars: Strong Agents Who Are Ruthless and Talk Little

Chapter 438 A wave of doubts arises

"Mr. Zheng, look..." The man in black who had just entered saw this, a hint of doubt in his eyes. "Our safety can no longer be ignored. The enemy is clearly searching for our weaknesses with all their might. Should we consider evacuating?"

Zheng Yaoxian's gaze slowly fell on the table, his calmness chilling. He shook his head slightly, his gaze firm. "Evacuate? We simply can't. Taking a step back would be admitting defeat. Our situation is already extremely complicated, and we can't afford to give up even a single move."

Su Ming's heart sank. He knew Zheng Yaoxian was right. Retreat meant defeat. No matter what, they couldn't let the enemy see any sign of slacking off. He looked down at the table, mentally forming a plan—one that would hold the enemy back, tricking them into thinking they were still in control.

However, planning takes time, especially in this situation. Any sudden action could be detected by the enemy. Su Ming quietly stood up, walked to a corner of the office, pretended to pick up his phone, and dialed a number. When the call sounded, Su Ming's expression seemed nonchalant, but deep down he was struggling fiercely—he was trying to appear unaware that he had entered the "search" state.

A familiar voice came from the other end of the phone. It was an old friend who had worked with him in past missions.

"Hello, Su Ming? What's the matter?" There was a hint of alertness in the other party's tone, and he seemed to not quite understand why Su Ming contacted him at this critical moment.

"Old Li, I'm looking for someone." Su Ming said softly, his tone calm, trying to make himself look distracted and not nervous at all. "There are some things I need to confirm. Can you help me check it?"

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, and then a low voice replied, "Who are you looking for? Tell me clearly, Su Ming."

"Yes, it's the person you know. We worked together once before. Can you help me find out where he is?" Su Ming's tone was still calm, and he seemed to be full of confidence in his next move.

"Okay, I'll check." Old Li's words were brief, but a hint of uneasiness lingered in his tone. Su Ming was very familiar with this uneasiness. Old Li was a cautious and shrewd man, and he usually wouldn't easily agree to someone's request, especially at a time like this.

"Thank you for your help." Su Ming responded lightly and then hung up the phone.

After putting down his phone, Su Ming's heartbeat quickened, but he maintained a composed expression. He knew he had reached a dangerous precipice—if the enemy noticed his movements, the consequences would be disastrous. All he had to do was create an illusion before the enemy noticed—let them believe he was still on track, gathering intelligence and investigating the enemy.

"Do you have any ideas?" Zheng Yaoxian's voice sounded in Su Ming's ears, interrupting his thoughts.

Su Ming raised his head slightly. Zheng Yaoxian's eyes were sharp, as if he had sensed something was amiss in his actions. Su Ming's heart skipped a beat, but he remained calm and replied calmly, "I don't have a clear idea yet, Mr. Zheng. I'm just making the necessary preparations."

Zheng Yaoxian didn't ask any further questions, instead turning to the man in black. Clearly, Su Ming's actions had aroused some suspicion, but he didn't express overt distrust. Perhaps Zheng Yaoxian had grown accustomed to this complex and ever-changing situation, where every action seemed like a step toward an unseen outcome.

"Be prepared, everything is under your control." Zheng Yaoxian's words were calm and powerful. "The enemy will not give up. Any slackness may cost us."

Su Ming nodded slightly, but he knew in his heart that the real meaning of these words was actually to remind himself - no matter what, he must not let his guard down.

He stood there, seemingly idle, but his mind was actually wandering far away. On the other end of the line, had Old Li already begun his investigation? He disguised himself as an ordinary searcher, attempting to conceal his true intentions. All of this had to be kept as secret as possible. Any slight slip-up could expose his true intentions, with immeasurable consequences.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself. Su Ming knew that every choice he made now hinged on his future survival. The enemy was too hidden, and he couldn't trust anyone. Only by staying clear-headed could he find a glimmer of hope in this complex game.

At the same time, his phone vibrated and a message popped up on the screen. It was Lao Li's reply.

"He's not in his usual place. A witness just saw him disappear. You have to be careful, he might have noticed something."

A flash of surprise flashed across Su Ming's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure. The uneasiness in his heart grew stronger—the enemy was no longer the superficial enemy he had initially seemed, but was secretly watching every detail.

He looked down at the text on his phone, almost feeling his heartbeat quicken. The enemy had already changed their plan, but could he still grasp the situation in time and avoid being swallowed by this invisible threat?

The vibration of the phone was particularly piercing in the silent office, shattering the already oppressive atmosphere. Su Ming looked at the words on the screen, his heart sinking. "He's not at his usual place. A witness just saw him disappearing. Be careful; he might have noticed something."

Old Li's words were clear and concise, yet they invisibly brought with them a premonition heavier than ever before. Su Ming's fingertips trembled slightly as he pointed at the phone screen. He realized he had no more time to hesitate or procrastinate.

The enemy has obviously noticed something.

He suppressed his uneasiness and forced himself to focus on the situation at hand. He understood that this was no longer a matter of simply gathering intelligence; it was a matter of life and death. The oppressive feeling hung heavy on his heart like a shadow.

He had to do something.

However, just as Su Ming was about to make a decision, the sound of footsteps from afar interrupted his thoughts. The sound wasn't urgent, but it was hard to ignore. Su Ming turned around, his heart tightening—they were coming.

Everyone is waiting outside.

He subconsciously retrieved his phone and slid it into his pocket. He then walked to the door, his ears fixed on the sounds outside. At that moment, he felt a surge of unease. No one could be certain of the enemy's true intentions, and he, in this maelstrom, was still a tiny variable. The closer he got to the final battle, the more he felt the unease loom.

The footsteps were getting closer. Su Ming took a deep breath, quickly sorted out his thoughts, and decided to remain calm for the time being.

When he opened the office door, the scene before him stunned him slightly. Zheng Yaoxian and several men in black uniforms stood nearby, their gazes focused not on him but on the conference table. The atmosphere was oppressive and solemn, as if everyone's nerves were on edge. Everyone's eyes flickered with an urgency, as if awaiting some important signal.

Instantly, Su Ming's heartbeat quickened. He realized clearly that this wasn't just any ordinary meeting or discussion, but a final mobilization before action. No matter what they were about to do, there was no turning back.

"Su Ming, you're here." Zheng Yaoxian's voice was low and steady, as if he remained calm and in control even in this tense atmosphere. He raised his head, his eyes swept across Su Ming's face, and then nodded. "Do you understand the situation?"

Su Ming lowered his head slightly, a complex emotion flickering in his eyes. Although he had long been aware of the complexity and tension of the situation, facing Zheng Yaoxian's calm gaze, he had to admit that his inner hesitation and uneasiness still persisted.

"The situation...isn't very clear." Su Ming said in a low voice, his eyes grim. "The intelligence I just received indicates that the enemy has already noticed something. At the very least, certain actions indicate that they have begun targeting us."

Zheng Yaoxian raised an eyebrow slightly, seemingly unfazed by Su Ming's words, maintaining his composed demeanor. "Really?" he asked, his tone relaxed, as if he had foreseen the enemy's advances. "Then we must speed up our attack and not allow them any opportunity to exploit our weakness."

"Speed ​​up the pace?" Su Ming frowned, a wave of doubt rising in his heart. He knew Zheng Yaoxian was always decisive, but in this situation, it seemed more important to remain calm and avoid revealing any flaws.

"Yeah." Zheng Yaoxian nodded casually. "The enemy is approaching. We can't delay any longer. Every moment of hesitation will reduce our chances."

The undeniable certainty of these words weighed heavily on Su Ming. In truth, Su Ming wasn't entirely sure what to do next. Based on Old Li's recent information, the enemy might have already begun monitoring their movements. He suspected that those "witnesses" weren't just accidental sources of information, but rather the enemy had long been lurking nearby. They knew their every move, even every clue they discussed. Confounding the enemy might prove more difficult than he had imagined.

However, facing Zheng Yaoxian's determination, he knew he had to make a choice. Time was running out for deliberation; the most crucial issue now was how to execute the next step of his plan without revealing any flaws, given the possibility of enemy infiltration.

"Can we control this situation?" Su Ming finally couldn't help but ask, a hint of nervousness and anxiety laced his words. He didn't want to reveal his inner turmoil, but he also knew that remaining silent would only deepen his inner confusion.