Chapter 65

With the cover provided by Ayer and the others, Shen Changze carried Shan Ming into the backstage resting room. Inside, Tiger Shark and Pelle were busy setting explosives. Ayer and Tiger Shark’s hatred for this place was evident from their determination to blow it up completely

Pelle noticed their arrival and immediately took out her medical kit to treat Shan Ming.

Tiger Shark tossed a gun to Shen Changze and said, “Guard the door.”

Shen Changze took the gun and was about to go out when a hail of bullets forced him to retract back.

Ayer shouted through the radio, “Explosives on the east side are also set, prepare for a retreat in five minutes.”

Shen Changze cautiously peered outside and took a glance. The spectator stands and the arena were both pretty much destroyed, presenting a scene of utter chaos. Those capable of escaping had already fled, leaving behind several lifeless bodies on the stands; some were killed by stray bullets, and others trampled or pushed to their deaths in the chaos. This underground arena, already reeking of bloodshed, now resembled a hellish battlefield, permeated with the scent of gunpowder, death, and despair.

Pelle immobilized Shan Ming’s arms with splints and said, “It’s almost time, let’s hurry and go.” She then attempted to carry Shan Ming on her back.

Shan Ming pushed her away, saying, “Only my arms are injured, my legs are fine.”

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Shan Ming shouted into the radio, “Try to get in contact with them. I think I know who they are.”

“You know? Who?” Tiger Shark asked.

“Just earlier in the arena, I met Captain William House, that special police captain we once encountered in New York. You guys remember him?

“It’s him? How did he end up here?”

“He said he came here to investigate a leakage incident related to the drugs used by those people. This is none of our business, and we don’t need to get into conflict with them.”

Shen Changze snorted coldly and said in a low voice, “But I just shattered his kneecap.”

Shan Ming said with a meaningful tone, “He won’t kill us just for a leg.” Not to mention House’s interest in Shen Changze, but just based on the Dragon Blood Kin’s powerful regenerative abilities, as long as House was given enough time, his leg would soon recover.

Tiger Shark glanced at them and said, “Alright, Koski, send someone to negotiate with them, be fast, the bomb is set to detonate in… three minutes.” Everyone broke out in a cold sweat. If the negotiation fails, their only option would be to forcefully charge out. Three minutes was definitely not enough to disarm four bombs. Unless those people above them want to perish together, they must make a way out for them.

They waited in silence, every minute and every second felt like an eternity in this critical moment.

Finally, when the countdown on the explosive devices reached the final minute, Koski’s voice finally emerged, “Come out!”

Ayer forcefully kicked open the gate leading to the ground, and the group rushed out at the fastest speed. The tavern was already empty, and they sprinted towards the exit on the surface, running for their lives.

They had to dash out of the tavern within a matter of seconds, and put at least fifteen meters between themselves and the blast radius!

They sprinted for their lives, but the explosives detonated behind them with a thunderous blast. The shockwave lifted them off their feet, and they collectively crashed to the ground. Dust rose into the air, covering their bodies, and large fragments of buildings occasionally rained down on them.

After steadying himself, Shen Changze rushed over and lifted Shan Ming from the ground. Half dragging and half carrying him to a safe zone before finally stopping, gasping for breath.

“Dad, are you okay?”

Shan Ming shook his head. He ate a mouthful of ash and was currently spitting it out profusely.

Shen Changze pulled him up and said, “Let’s quickly get inside the hotel.”

The group quickly rushed into the nearby hotel. The scene outside was chaotic, filled with the sounds of explosions, flames, and screams that engulfed the entire area. Amidst the confusion, no one paid attention to their presence.

It was so chaotic outside that the hotel staff thought the government army and the independence camp had clashed again. They had long been accustomed to this and had all fled long ago for fear of being caught in the crossfire, leaving the entire hotel empty and deserted.

The group rushed into the hotel, with Koski and a few others stationed at the entrance as guards. Shan Ming and the injured Jobb were escorted to a staff dormitory on the ground floor.

Shan Ming asked Tiger Shark, “You brought so many people just to save me?” Isn’t this too excessive? There’s no way he could afford the appearance fee for a full-scale operation. Oh, wait, he had just received over forty million dollars.

Tiger Shark pulled the curtain aside slightly, peering at the towering flames of the Cloud Summit outside. “Of course it’s not just for you. As a matter of fact, we just received a mission. It’s quite a coincidence. The order came from the Moroccan government, requesting us to rescue a group of journalists and government officials who were kidnapped by the Western Sahara Independence Party. There are a total of seven individuals.”

Shan Ming shrugged and said, “No wonder.”

Ayer tugged at his cheek and said, “What do you mean no wonder? Even if there was no mission, we would still come to rescue you.”

Shan Ming smiled and said, “Okay fine.” He playfully kicked Ayer’s foot and gestured, “Come, take a seat.”

Ayer raised an eyebrow and sat down beside him.

Since Shan Ming couldn’t use his hands, so he bumped his shoulder against Ayer’s and asked, “You okay?”

Ayer pffted and replied, “I’m bouncing with energy. You’re the one who has both hands wrapped up like a mummy and you’re asking me if I’m okay?”

Shan Ming replied, “You know what I mean.”

Ayer couldn’t help but turn his head and gaze through the curtain at the blurred flames outside. This place indeed held unforgettable memories for him. He shook his head and said, “Don’t worry, those are all things from a long time ago. In these fourteen years, we’ve experienced countless dangerous situations, each one more perilous than that time. I’ve long forgotten about it.”

Shan Ming wanted to mention that that incident had scared him the most, but considering he was only fourteen at the time and his psychological resilience wasn’t as developed as it is now, it could’ve been his own issue. It seemed that childhood memories were the most indelible, and he tightly linked “Cloud Summit” with the fear of losing Ayer. That’s why this place made him deeply uncomfortable from the bottom of his heart.

Ayer embraced Shan Ming’s shoulder and gently kissed his forehead. “It’s all in the past, brother, it’s long gone.”

Shan Ming closed his eyes for a moment and then suddenly remembered something. “Where are those two fuckers, Nessis and Roddy? I need to gouge out their eyes.”

Shen Changze, witnessing the deep brotherly bond between Ayer and Shan Ming, felt a pang of sourness in his heart. He stood up immediately and said, “Dad, it was too chaotic just now, we didn’t have time for them, they might’ve escaped.”

“I have to catch them. After this mission is over, I’m returning to Southern France.”

“No need,” Tiger Shark said. “They must still be around. We have stirred up the entire area since we started our operation. The Moroccan government has implemented a no-fly zone and taken control of the roads to assist our mission. They can’t escape anywhere for the time being.”

A cold gleam flickered in Shan Ming’s eyes as he gritted his teeth and said, “That’s great.”

Shen Changze walked over and squeezed himself between Ayer and Shan Ming. “Dad, I will kill them for you.”

Ayer raised an eyebrow, finding it funny. Pelle glanced at him and they shared a knowing smile.

Shen Changze said, “Dad, let’s find a place to rest for a while. Your arm can’t move right now, and there’s no actual need to stay here.”

Ayer teased him, “Just sleep here then, so many beds around.”

“No, it’s too noisy. Dad needs a quiet environment.”

Shan Ming lay on the bed and said, “I can sleep in any environment.” He lightly kicked Ayer and said, “Make way, I need room for my legs.”

Ayer moved to the opposite bed, and Shen Changze immediately helped Shan Ming take off his shoes and covered him with a blanket.

Shen Changze sat on the bed, gently touching Shan Ming’s swollen eyes, and softly said, “Dad, go sleep.”

Shan Ming said, “Mn, sing that song again, it’s a pretty good song.”

Shen Changze lay down next to him and softly hummed a lullaby.

This song was actually a Bai ethnic folk song that his mother used to sing when he was little. She had changed the lyrics to Mandarin. Shan Ming loved listening to it, especially when he was trying to sleep.

The gentle and soothing melody drifted into Shan Ming’s ears. He felt a warm sensation throughout his body, filled with a sense of security. With his son and brother by his side, he could finally sleep with peace of mind.