Gunfire, Punk and Necromancer

"Save him or kill him?" Zhuang Xuteng asked the question.

"If we want to kill him, it will only be because he does not support the local mercenaries in Peicheng. He is now like a lost dog and can no longer affect the situation. His remaining value is only to issue a commission, and we will complete the commission." Xi waved his hand and said: "You have made money, there is no need to add any unnecessary extravagance."

"Understood." Zhuang Xuteng nodded and said, "The mission requires us to arrive at the designated location at five o'clock this afternoon. There are still six hours left - the two of us will prepare now."

"That's right." Ge Gongdao also stood up and said: "If you can give me so much money, you have to prepare according to the corresponding risk level. Naike, I have to use your armored vehicle this time."

"I put up all the armor plates for maximum protection." Zhuang Xuteng thought for a while and said, "Brother Dao, you go find a heavy truck and make a few flags. We pretend to be freight drivers and drive the armored vehicles on the road. . If the banner is written with advertising, then Bentu Motors will be used for promotion. What do you think?"

"Bringing people out of the city in a big way? I'm afraid it's not that easy to fool." Ge Gongdao frowned and said while stroking the wolf's fur: "The people who intercept you won't check you just because you don't look like a bodyguard."

"He has to catch up first. If we intercept him directly on the road, we will move the truck sideways and drive the armored vehicle to continue walking. If they follow us, we will go to the rest stop as soon as we leave the city to screen and kill them." Zhuang Xuteng Said: "One more vehicle means more fuel. Let's save some armored vehicles first, and maybe they will come in handy."

"Okay, I'll find a truck." Ge Gongdao asked about the weight and size of the armored vehicle, and then he and Zhuang Xuteng went separate ways.

Three hours later, they reunited and Gogong Road found a truck transporting the car. He said that the driver of this car had nothing to do today and was willing to make some extra money.

"This way we can change the plan a little bit." Zhuang Xuteng said: "You stay with the armored vehicles and trucks and wait at the entrance of the highway. I will bring the sardines over to meet you, and then we will set off together."

In this mission, Sardine is the code name of Jamil Cannings, which means "sardine can", indicating that he needs to be protected in an iron box.

"How are you going? Are you going to drive my car?" Ge Gongdao shook his head: "I will pick up people, and you look at the trucks and armored vehicles. Do you know the vehicle-ship transport port in the dock area? There is one outside its east entrance. Large truck park, you wait for me there.”

"This method will work. I have memorized the location. Please pay attention to safety on the way." Zhuang Xuteng said: "Although it is not far from the pick-up location to the intermodal port, the situation in the city is complicated and this section of the road is most likely to cause accidents. Come here as soon as possible. , don’t delay.”

"I understand." Ge Gongdao and Zhuang Xuteng checked their watches, checked each other's equipment, and then high-fived and set off.

The truck driver found by Ge Gongdao was a thin old man, not tall, wearing a white sweatshirt, gray trousers, and black cloth shoes. The skin on the left half of his body was rough, dark, and full of wrinkles, while the right half was as normal. This was caused by driving a truck for a long time, and the left half was exposed to more sunlight and more wind. Zhuang Xuteng came over, handed over a cigar, and chatted for a while. He learned that his name was Gao Jianer, a native of Peicheng, and he had been driving for thirty-eight years.

"I don't ask, I can't hear, let alone tell. I will go wherever you ask me to go, and I will go wherever you ask me to go. As long as this truck can pass, I can do it as required." He put it away, then took the second one handed over by Zhuang Xuteng, lit it, and said: "Thank you, thank you. I understand how to make extra money, please don't worry."

"In that case, let's set off." Zhuang Xuteng said: "The dock area, the vehicle and ship transport port, the truck parking lot outside the east entrance. Do you know where it is?"

"I know, it's easy to walk there." Gao Kenji snapped his fingers, then held a cigar between his fingers and said, "Are you in the front cab or in the back car?"

"Get in the car behind me. I'll watch the road. You can wait there as soon as possible as long as you're safe. Is there any charge to enter that parking lot?"

"I was just going to tell you about this. If a car like ours is temporarily parked, it costs 100 euros per hour. That's a lot of money!"

"I'll give it to you." Zhuang Xuteng counted the time and took out three hundred euros and gave it to him. "It should take less than an hour, two at most. You can keep the rest of the money for yourself."

"Thank you then! Let's set off now!"

Zhuang Xuteng climbed onto the back of the truck and walked carefully between the steel frames. He checked the fixing device again, not only to ensure that the armored vehicle would not loosen and fall during transportation, but also to be able to break free from the restraints and leave the truck at a critical moment.

In order to achieve this purpose, the armored vehicle can only be installed at the rear of the truck with minimum stability - Zhuang Xuteng wanted to check this. He wanted to ensure that the current locking device could not resist the power of the armored vehicle. At the critical moment, as long as he stepped on the accelerator, the vehicle could break free directly. At the same time, he used his eyes and body to measure the escape route of the armored vehicle, keeping the surrounding environment in mind so as not to hit the steel frames on both sides when leaving.

I'm afraid that the armored vehicle will overturn the truck and both of them will overturn, so it really won't be possible to pull it up.

As the steam engine continued to increase pressure, the wagon slowly started to move faster and faster. Gao Kenji's driving skills are good, which can be felt from the calmness and smoothness of the vehicle's steering. Zhuang Xuteng grabbed the shelves and looked at them for a while, then gradually felt relieved. Then he entered from the back of the armored vehicle and observed the movement route of the truck through the portholes.

The road went smoothly. Gao Kenji chose a safe route. Although it took a bit of a detour, it avoided traffic jams and arrived at the truck parking lot on time. This Gao Kenji knew how to use his brain and put in some effort in advance to seize a position that was easy to leave and put the truck into the parking space. He deliberately parked it a little crookedly, with the tires pressing against the parking line of the parking space next door. In this way, the truck driver would be less likely to squeeze in with him here, which allowed him to occupy a parking space on Gorgon Road.

The truck did not stall and was kept idling to maintain steam engine pressure. Gao Kenji took out his lunch box from the passenger seat, put it on the steering wheel and ate it slowly while observing his surroundings. Zhuang Xuteng was guarding the phone and the battlefield radio. He was waiting for Ge Gongdao, but he didn't want the phone to ring.

If the phone doesn't ring, it means nothing has happened. It would be nice if everything could be simple and smooth. When the scheduled time arrived, Ge Gongdao did not show up. He was a little anxious but could only continue to wait patiently. After half an hour, Brother Dao still didn't show up, and Zhuang Xuteng was a little restless. He looked out the window and saw Gao Kenji sleeping soundly in the cab covered with clothes. Okay, this driver has a good psychological quality, I can't be compared with him.

Another fifteen minutes passed, and Brother Dao still hadn't appeared, and the phone didn't ring, but the battlefield radio finally made some noise. Zhuang Xuteng knocked on the phone, and then heard the signal they agreed on. Okay, this means that Brother Dao has entered the range of battlefield radio and is finally here.

"Master Gao, we're coming soon." Zhuang Xuteng lowered the window, knocked hard on the steel frame of the truck, and used sound and vibration to wake up the driver. Gao Kenji woke up suddenly, looked back, and then stretched his hand out of the cab to give a thumbs up. He then rubbed his face and drank water to get himself into the mood.

More than ten minutes later, the gasoline engine commercial vehicle bought by Ge Gongdao turned into the parking lot. It hesitated at the first intersection, and as soon as it saw the large truck carrying the armored vehicle, it accelerated again and headed straight for it. The new car's handling was very good, and it accurately parked into the reserved parking space, and then saw Ge Gongdao jumping out of the cab.

"Come up from behind," Zhuang Xuteng said.

Ge Gongdao nodded, opened the back door, and pulled the man out. "Get in the armored vehicle from the back." He whispered, taking out two suitcases from the car and closing the door with his foot.

Jamil Cannings is forty-five years old this year, with white skin and blond hair, a strong and agile body, and a pair of sharp eyes that observe the surroundings vigilantly. Although he was not wearing a police uniform, which was less of a foil, and he only wore a casual jacket and denim trousers, dressing up like a tourist, his eyes looked very funny, making Zhuang Xuteng feel that he was conducting an investigation.

It is estimated that there have been too many changes recently. Cannings seems to lack the high-spirited and cautious attitude on TV, and part of the intimidating feeling has turned into vulgarity. Zhuang Xuteng didn't like his eyes. He also knew that this was related to the initial impression he had established before. In fact, he was judging people by their appearance. But he had every reason to tap the armored car and urge Cannings to come in quickly.

"This is your position. Fasten your seat belt. The observation window behind you only has a limited field of vision. It doesn't make much difference whether you can see it or not." Zhuang Xuteng greeted the "guest" at the back door of the armored vehicle and helped Ge Gongdao take the suitcase. While fixing the box with a hook and rope, he said to Brother Dao: "Don't forget to lock the car and knock on the steel frame three times."

"The destination has changed, to the Jinxiu Reservoir Dam. The distance is the same, but the direction is different." Ge Gongdao said quickly.

Zhuang Xuteng frowned slightly, quickly ran through the map in his mind, and then said: "It's okay, there is no special height limit, and the car can pass by. You fix the things and I'll talk to the driver. The shelf space is too small, you Can’t squeeze through.”

While they were talking, the truck slowly left the parking space and headed towards the exit. Gao Jian'er had already prepared the amount of the parking fee, so he just handed over the money and did not need to receive a receipt or anything like that. His left ear heard the bell of the raised bar, and his right ear heard the new destination.

"First go around the city, then go to Highway 10. When you get to Yugucheng Exit 1, go down and take Route 103 to the dam." Gao Jian'er said: "This road is relatively straight, which is better than going through the middle of the mountain. Let’s go. Some turns on the mountain are too sharp, and this kind of car generally won’t choose there.”

"The path you chose is the same as what I thought. Just go like this. Drive carefully on the road and let's go!"

Zhuang Xuteng returned to the armored vehicle, closed the rear door and asked, "Except for the destination, have other things changed?"

"No - but this trip is not easy." Ge Gongdao sighed and said, "I just got the news that the PCPD is looking for him, which means it will become more difficult to leave the city."

"What happened? Why are you late?"

"Let me tell you." As soon as Cannings opened his mouth, Zhuang Xuteng stretched out his palm to stop him.

"My partner knows better what I want to know." Zhuang Xuteng looked at Ge Gong and said, he deliberately ignored Cannings to show that he had absolute command over this operation.

"A total of five groups of decoys were arranged, divided into three groups and two groups, and set off in two batches to deceive others. We were at the end, so we were later than scheduled. Three of the five groups were intercepted and inspected by the PCPD, and one group was intercepted by the PCPD. The riot control team stopped it. So far, apart from us, there is only one group of decoys left that is still operating."

Zhuang Xuteng frowned and said, "Has the PCPD issued a wanted order?"

"No, they are just checking. Since every PCPD knows the Chief Inspector, they will definitely recognize him as soon as they see him, and then the news will spread. The person who arranged this matter only needs to speak on the PCPD radio station every once in a while Just ask if you have seen the Chief Inspector."

"They will not arrest me publicly," Cannings said, squinting his eyes and clenching his fists: "They are concerned about their reputation and will only use 'please' and 'request'. Once I fall into their hands, they will Their true colors will be exposed. A group of snakes and scorpions, a group of tigers and wolves..."

"You are talking nonsense. You are completely wasting my time. Shut up!" Zhuang Xuteng asked quickly: "How were those vehicles checked? Did the PCPD stop them directly or did they block the road and check them one by one?"

"I don't know. In order to avoid following the signal, they can only use the radio to send a short signal, which cannot carry complex information." Ge Gongdao frowned and said: "In such a short time, four of the five vehicles have been found. , PCPD does not have such good inspection capabilities, so the information must have been leaked."

Zhuang Xuteng frowned and thought carefully. "The two of us didn't leak the secret, and Cannings had no reason to sell himself. The truck driver was just found, it couldn't be such a coincidence, and he couldn't sell the information of other vehicles. The leak could only happen earlier. stage……"

Cannings snorted and asked, "Is your middleman reliable?"

"If you think we will send you to the PCPD, you can unbuckle your seat belt, open the car door, and get out at any time." Zhuang Xuteng shook his head and continued his analysis: "The two of us are determined to take on the task, and only the other groups of baits will action, so it is unlikely to be them. Looking at it now, there may be something wrong with the people around Cannings, and the news leaked out when the commission was released."

Cannings frowned and said, "Maria will not betray me."

Both Zhuang Xuteng and Ge Gongdao had made preliminary preparations for the commissioned task of finding Cannings' dirty information. They knew that "Maria" was Cannings's nickname for his lover. However, the black material mission had nothing to do with the current escort, and the two of them did not want to expose this dark history, so Zhuang Xuteng pretended to ask "Maria" about her identity, and then expressed his opinion:

"What if she also wants to get rid of you, but is afraid that you will come back to trouble her if you survive, so she arranges for you to escape to get rid of suspicion, and at the same time secretly betrays information to your death?"

Cannings wanted to refute this view, but he had neither solid evidence nor better suspects, so he could only endure the matter with a stern face. At most, he said, "These analyzes of yours are useless." What is the use?"

"If the problem is Maria, then she knows the meeting place and the approximate departure time. Her people can record the incoming and outgoing vehicles and then intercept them specifically. This will cause the cars in front to be stopped one by one for inspection. Fortunately, we changed cars midway, It will definitely buy some time.”

Ge Gongdao scratched his head and asked, "Why didn't they just rush in and catch him?"

"First, I'm afraid that he will run away, and second, this behavior exposes too much information, which is not good for Maria. The chief detective can know who is most likely to betray him with just a little thought." Zhuang Xuteng frowned and said : "From the current point of view, the PCPD will only conduct random inspections in Peicheng, but the passages out of the city will be inspected one by one. Cannings, who arranged the location of the dam for you? Does Maria know?"

"I arranged it myself, but she knew."

Zhuang Xuteng gave a thumbs up and said, "You did a great job! There will definitely be interceptions along the way. We must find a way immediately."

There are generally three ways to face an interception: go around, get through, or break through. Zhuang Xuteng carefully thought about the various routes out of the city. Due to the constraints of the mountains and Peihe River, even with the enhanced passing ability of armored vehicles, he could only have a chance after leaving the ring city and taking Highway 10.

But they are expected to be inspected at least at the Highway 10 entrance.

Breaking through must be the last option. Zhuang Xuteng could imagine that they would be attacked by the PCPD or even the riot squad, which was not good news. It's best to get through it, and that requires some maneuvering.

"The car is equipped with a double-layered armor plate. The lower layer can be removed. With the dent in the roof, it can form a closed space. Although it is very crowded, it can fit you in." Zhuang Xuteng's mind was spinning very quickly. Arrangements were made immediately. "I will give you an injection of oxygenating medicine. The air in it will be enough for you to breathe for at least half an hour. Brother Dao, your identity is too conspicuous and you cannot follow the car. As soon as the inspector sees you, he will think of mercenaries performing tasks. You get on your motorcycle, get off halfway with your suitcase, follow from a distance, and then come back up after passing the checkpoint.”

"There are some high-value items in the suitcase! I need to survive on that!" Cannings shouted.

"Brother Dao, just say that you are executing the commission to transport the goods. They are checking people, and they won't be particularly entangled with you. If it doesn't work, just spend some money." Zhuang Xuteng said to Cannings: "In addition to forcing your way through, this is The best way. If you have communication-capable items or implants on your body, throw them away now instead of sealing them in the mezzanine."

"No, no more, I still have this bit of common sense."

"Then let's take action. Brother Dao, I'll leave the motorcycle and luggage to you. I'll go to the roof of the car."

Zhuang Xuteng brought all the tools, opened the back door, climbed onto the roof of the car, and used both hands to remove the outer armor plate. He then removed the inner layer and asked Cannings to climb up.

"Brother Dao gave me an injection before he left. You also have an injection kit. It's very professional..." Cannings looked at the dent in the roof of the car, doubting whether it could accommodate him.

"A remote-controlled machine gun platform can be installed here. You can squeeze in if you curl up. Pay attention to the position of your hands and avoid the screw holes." Zhuang Xuteng looked up at the street sign and said, "Don't waste time. , we’ll be on the highway in twenty minutes, and I still need to install the housing!”

Cannings nodded, quickly lay down, and then moved his body according to Zhuang Xuteng's command, curling up like a baby. Zhuang Xuteng covered the outer armor and quickly tightened the screws, thus completely sealing Cannings inside. He knocked on the armor plate to make sure it was tight and strong enough, and then checked with the Shadow Eye. Cannings' shadow signal was almost completely blocked - and he felt a little relieved.

Laying the removed inner armor plates on the pits where the motorcycles were originally fixed is not very beautiful, but they at least serve a reasonable purpose: flooring. After checking the armored vehicle one last time to see if there was nothing belonging to Cannings, Zhuang Xuteng locked the armored vehicle from the outside, then climbed outside along the steel shelves, and then walked around into the cab.

Gao Kenji wiped his sweat and said: "I was scared to death just now. Fortunately, I held the steering wheel firmly. How did you climb in from the outside?"

"There may be an inspection ahead. My name is Naike, and I am your new apprentice. We are sending people cars there now. It is a private job. You can think of a destination and a reason for yourself." Zhuang Xuteng paused and said, "Let you take the trouble. If my brain is gone, I can use a thousand euros to replenish my health.”

"Open the front drawer and give me the big envelope with red tape inside. Come on, grab the steering wheel and control the car. No need to come over, I'll pedal at a constant speed and call me if you need to brake." Gao Jian'er opened the envelope and started from An old-looking form was pulled out. "This is a freight bill, just fill it out and it will be just like the real thing. I usually don't use such good things, but I think you are very sincere. Maybe there will be a chance to cooperate again in the future."

"Let's talk about it next time." Zhuang Xuteng grabbed the steering wheel with one hand and waited for Gao Jian'er to fill out the form. He finally finished filling it out just as they saw the long line of cars lining up at the highway entrance.

"Okay! It seems that there is indeed an inspection ahead." Gao Kenji touched his cheek and said, "What's going on behind the scenes? What do I need to know?"

"Now it's just the two of us plus the truck and goods, and the other two people are riding motorcycles to take a detour from below and meet again at the front." Zhuang Xuteng would definitely not hand over the facts, so he asked directly: "What do I need from you? Something I know?”

Gao Jianer felt great pressure from Zhuang Xuteng's gaze staring at him. He swallowed nervously and then told all his social information. Zhuang Xuteng wanted this information not only to pretend to be Gao Jian'er's apprentice to cope with the inspection, but more importantly to keep him in his hands. In case Gao Kenji needs to face pressure, he must always be alert: the mercenary named Naike is likely to settle the score afterwards, but be sure not to offend him.

The long queue at the highway entrance was indeed for inspection, and the PCPD deployed at least four police officers at each entrance. In addition to the identity of the driver and passengers, each car needs to open the door and trunk for inspection, and police officers use search mirrors to look under the car. The reason given by the road conductor was to search the goods belonging to the gardener organization, but many people thought of the TV station incident and guessed that there might be a bomb and chose to turn around and leave.

The PCPD doesn't care about those who turn around, they only focus on those who want to pass. Zhuang Xuteng and Gao Jianer followed the truck and kept moving forward. After more than 20 minutes of queuing, they finally arrived at the checkpoint. Gao Jianer put on a philistine smile and used his rich experience as a veteran driver to establish a relationship with the PCPD. Zhuang Xuteng stood beside him with wide eyes and "study hard."

There was no problem with the ID cards of the two people, and the improvised order passed smoothly, but the armored vehicle behind it aroused the PCPD's interest. They asked to open the car for inspection. Gao Jianer resisted for a while by saying that he was afraid of damaging the goods. After doing enough drama, he finally "helplessly" asked his apprentice Naike to open the car for them to inspect.

"Don't break anything! I'm just a freight forwarder. I can't afford to pay for Brother Rich's things."