Chapter 48

  Shao Hui opened the box and turned it over, making it convenient for the other party to see inside clearly. Grey camouflage gave another person a signal with his eyes, and that person walked over, crunching through the snow. Before he got close, Shao Hui slammed the lid shut: "I want to take a look at the people first. Where are our people?" The other party stopped in their tracks and turned around to look at Grey Camouflage. Grey Camouflage said coldly, "Your people are nearby. As long as the money is checked and there's no problem, I'll naturally notify you to release them. We keep our promises." Shao Hui cursed inwardly but didn't show it on his face: "Alright, as long as you bring the people over, I'll give you the box. One hand exchanges money, one hand releases people - this is very fair and keeps promises. You should remember that." Grey Camouflage's heart began to rage with anger, and he said in a gloomy tone, "Now you have no conditions or room for negotiation with me. If you want you and those five people to leave here safely, you must listen to my orders." Kong Huan Tian, who was standing behind them, sensed the killing intent and pretended to casually turn his head, not noticing anything unusual around them - for now, the enemy was still just the two in front of them. Shao Hui also sensed that the other party had murderous intentions but still spoke nonchalantly: "You dare to come to this place at midnight for this meeting. Do you think we're afraid of death? You have your orders, I have my principles - see people and exchange money; otherwise, it's not worth discussing." As soon as he finished speaking, the mountain top began to fill with the smell of gunpowder.

  Both sides stood at the top of the snowy mountain, facing each other. One side had three people, and the other side had two. Shao Hui stared intently at the gray camouflage figure, whose aura of ferocity and calmness was enough to reveal his identity. No one who hadn't crawled out of a pile of corpses could possess this kind of temperament. Shao Hui's right hand hung still, with a pistol holstered on his right leg. The first shooting course in special forces training was tactical speed shooting. From now on, he would draw the pistol, eject the magazine, and hit an egg 30 meters away. His fastest record was 1.77 seconds. Moreover, the bullet was already chambered.

  Unexpectedly, Huī Mí Cǎi didn't drag it out with them for long. He broke the stalemate by saying: "Since you insist on your principles, then there's no need for us to continue talking." After finishing speaking, he turned around and walked down the mountain. The other person saw this and quickly ran a few steps, following Huī Mí Cǎi as they rushed down the slope.

  "Halt!" Shao Hui shouted loudly at them. The grey-clad figures stopped in their tracks and turned to look at him.

  "Alright, I'll listen to you. However, I want to hear the voices of the five hostages first. Only after confirming they are still alive will I hand over the money. This requirement is not excessive, right?" Shao Hui said calmly.

  Ash-gray camouflage turned around and stood still, gazing at him quietly. Shao Hui stood in place, also motionless, staring back at him. Between them was a patch of fragmented moonlight.

  The mountain top is filled with fierce battles, while the seemingly calm surrounding mountains hide a life-and-death struggle.

  Zhao Zhenhao led his sniper deputy Zhou Yan to wear a thick camouflage net and lie on a hillside. From this position, you can clearly overlook everything on the top of the mountain. The most important point is that here can judge where the opponent's sniper may exist around.

  Shao Hui, go to the 9:30 position and walk 50 meters. This way you can avoid the shooting range of two snipers. Zhao Zhenghao said. Through the sniper scope, he saw three people walking around like they were taking a leisurely stroll, as if they were going to watch the scenery on the mountain side. He didn't let his guard down. His head slowly turned to another direction, continuing to search for the target he wanted to find. In this environment where snipers were hiding everywhere, a sniper had to slow down all their movements as much as possible to increase their survival rate. Zhao Zhenghao's neck took five seconds to turn slightly. He was eager to find that target, but he also understood the danger level of that target... That 12.8mm large-caliber sniper rifle was like someone holding a dagger and a handheld spear fighting against each other. You couldn't get close to the opponent's body, but they could easily stab the spearhead into your own body. Even when killing someone, they didn't need to put out the cigarette they were smoking. That sniper rifle was Zhao Zhenghao's biggest worry. At this moment, he didn't know where it was hidden or whose head was being targeted by its huge muzzle.

  Note: Situation at the foot of the mountain. 23 people appeared on the axis line, climbing towards the top. Everyone entered combat state. Wu Yan Tong reported that he led three marines hiding in a low slope to scout out the situation. The axis line is the road up the mountain and also the only fastest way to withdraw. In mountain warfare, it's very important to ensure the smooth flow of rear transportation lines. If this road is blocked, then half of the survival path for the troops on the mountain will be cut off.

  Do you have confidence in a silent kill? Zhao Zhenghao's voice came from the radio.

  There are too many people on the other side. I can guarantee that they will be dealt with. However, a silent and stealthy kill is impossible. Please instruct. Wu Yan replied.

  Proceed with the plan. When walking to the central axis, pay attention to the snipers at two o'clock and ten o'clock positions. Be aware of hiding.

  Understood. Wu Yan pointed to the mountain slope in front of him. Wang Jianbin and others nodded. The four people quietly started following behind, climbing up.

  Save us, please! I want to go home!

  Save us... hurry up... The radio broadcast chaotic and terrified screams. Shao Hui listened carefully, until the cries grew weaker and sobs sounded, he shouted: Don't be afraid, you can go home soon.

  I don't care how much they want. Hurry up... The radio suddenly went silent. Grey camouflage put away the radio and said: Now open the box and put it on the ground. You guys retreat.

  Shao Hui's mind was racing, thinking of any excuse to delay the time. Behind him, Yin Mo lowered his head and whispered into the radio in his clothes: "Have you seen the hostage?"

  Delay for another minute. There are people climbing up the mountain in the direction of twelve o'clock. I can't see clearly if there is anyone inside. The radio is broadcasting Li Ming's voice, he is leading Liu Junhao to monitor the situation behind the mountain. His information combined with Wu Yan's information is: this mountain has been attacked from both sides. The situation is not optimistic. Zhao Zhenghao, who is at the highest point, also sees the situation on both sides of the mountain top. He is not afraid of this expected scene. What he fears most is: the person with a large-caliber sniper rifle, whose hiding place is still unknown.

  I'm very curious. How will you divide the money after getting it? Shao Hui didn't follow the other party's order, but instead maintained his original standing posture and asked.

  Don't delay time. It's useless this way. The gray camouflage sound still has no temperature.

  I know. If you don't keep your promise, there's no need to go through so much trouble. Just kill us and take it away directly. It's because you keep your reputation that I want to chat with you a bit more. Shao Hui said. The other party did not respond. In fact, this is what Shao Hui said in reverse. With the box in hand, they are still more cautious. First, they are afraid of escaping and losing the money; secondly, when the fire starts, bullets do not distinguish between people and money. At that time, it is very likely that a box of money will be shot into scraps. This is the greatest tragedy in the life of a wealth accumulator.

  Put down the money. You can leave now. Grey camouflage is precious as gold. Speak briefly.

  Found hostages. There are also about twenty armed elements. They arrived at the mountain top position in a semicircle two minutes later. At this time, the radio suddenly broadcast Li Ming's voice.

  Shao Hui, you three quickly withdraw from the mountain top. The battle has begun. As soon as Zuo Ming's voice fell, Zhao Zhenghao immediately issued a combat order.

  Shao Hui remained still and silent, standing in his original position, listening quietly to the news on the radio.

  No. There are only four hostages. One is missing. Zuo Ming said hastily again.

  Can't take care of so many things anymore. Shao Hui, you guys withdraw immediately. Quick. Zhao Zhenghao is very anxious.

  Shao Hui looked at the gray camouflage and lightly spat out two words: "Okay." He slowly bent down to put down the box, his left thumb pointing at the person standing next to the gray camouflage. As he straightened up, his right hand quickly patted his thigh, his thumb opening the adhesive buckle, and his palm pulling out a gun. His index finger swiftly landed on the trigger. With all five fingers working together to stabilize the gun body, there was a loud bang, followed by blood splattering everywhere. The gray camouflage fell silently to the ground, motionless. The entire process took less than two seconds. At the same time, Yin Mo behind him also quickly pulled out his gun and with a crisp sound, put down the person who hadn't reacted yet.

  Zou shouted loudly. The three of them carried their boxes and quickened their pace as they ran towards the road to catch up with the bus.