Chapter 1491: Chapter 907: The Strongest Assault_2
Although it sounds simple, whether this process can actually succeed in practice is something none of the three are confident about. It requires extremely strong psychological resilience, along with a bit of luck.
But now that the mission has progressed to this point, it’s already a gamble with their lives. Using human lives for trial and error is always the simplest and most effective rule, and they’ve already lost three experienced veteran players because of it.
It must be said, their situation is very bad now, and at this moment, the sun is already setting bit by bit, and they are about to face their last night.
Now that Munan is dead, their original team of 13 has only 7 people left. According to the mission requirements, tonight requires 5 people on night watch; they can barely manage.
But once tomorrow’s day passes, and the next night arrives, the number of night watchmen required will increase by one, requiring 6 people, and it’s almost impossible for only one person to die in a day and a night.
Not almost impossible—impossible. Even if Yang Xiao and his two companions can ensure their own survival, what about the remaining four?
Zhou Hai is a newcomer, and his performance, befitting his status, contributes virtually nothing. Shu Shuang is even worse, instead adding trouble for them.
Zhang Jianjun is decent, and Liu Yang seems to be just slightly more experienced than the newcomers. These four do not have strong self-preservation skills. Once a major crisis hits, it would be a miracle if they’re not completely wiped out.
So Yang Xiao and the other two are well aware that this is their last night. If the person chosen during tomorrow’s day still can’t escape the Source Ghost’s pursuit, then after tomorrow nightfall, the remaining people will be slaughtered by the Fierce Ghost, leading to their complete annihilation.
It’s getting late, and they should leave now. Even though apart from them, others can’t see the corpse, just leaving Munan there makes everyone somewhat reluctant.
Finally, Jiang Qingluan took off her jacket and covered Munan’s upper body, leaving her with a last bit of dignity.
After contacting the teammates on guard, Yang Xiao and the other two walked into Rongjin Building and returned to the office on the 17th floor.
As soon as he entered, Yang Xiao noticed that the atmosphere wasn’t right. Neither Shu Shuang nor Zhou Hai were present, just Zhang Jianjun and Liu Yang holding the fort in the office.
Zhang Jianjun had already learned about Munan’s situation over the phone, and the atmosphere in the office was heavy. No one knew who might be next.
"Where are they?" Jiang Qingluan asked.
"Shu Shuang is resting inside, Zhou Hai... Zhou Hai is with her." Zhang Jianjun sighed.
Jiang Qingluan walked inside and finally found Shu Shuang and Zhou Hai in a room further in. Shu Shuang’s left hand was bandaged, and she was quietly sobbing, with wounds on her face.
And Zhou Hai was holding a tube of ointment, applying it to Shu Shuang.
"Did Liu Yang hit you?" Jiang Qingluan knew Liu Yang intended to reprimand her, but didn’t realize he’d be so heavy-handed, using Shu Shuang as a punching bag.
These last few days, everyone was under a lot of stress, and Liu Yang poured out all his grievances on Shu Shuang. It’s bullying her for being powerless; if it were Jiang Qingluan or Munan, he wouldn’t dare even if you gave him courage.
After Jiang Qingluan went back out to find Liu Yang, she questioned why he was so heavy-handed. At first, Liu Yang retorted a bit, but when he saw the subtle change in Yang Xiao and Chen Nang’s expressions, he fell silent.
Everyone’s mood was bad, and the team was like a powder keg that could explode with a single spark. Despair hung over each person.
Forcing Liu Yang to apologize was pointless, but they couldn’t let him run rampant. There needed to be minimal harmony within the team; put another way, Shu Shuang was part of the team’s shared assets, and her serious injuries would reduce the team’s overall strength.
As everyone discussed the subsequent tasks, Shu Shuang, accompanied by Zhou Hai, walked out. Originally, Liu Yang thought help was coming and that Shu Shuang would confront him, but unexpectedly, Shu Shuang bowed to everyone instead, her eyes slightly reddened with apology: "I’m sorry, it was me...I was captivated by the ghost and did something stupid. I’m sorry, everyone!"
"It’s all in the past. Let’s not make it a precedent," Yang Xiao said, brushing the matter aside.
Then Shu Shuang turned to Liu Yang and bowed, "I’m sorry, Brother Liu. I... I won’t do it again next time. It was my fault. Please don’t be angry anymore."
This put Liu Yang in a tough spot. Even if he was unwilling, for everyone’s face, he reluctantly said, "Shu Shuang, Miss Jiang has already spoken for you. I’m letting this go for everyone’s sake. I disciplined you for your own good."
"I don’t blame you, Brother Liu. I know you meant well. I’m sorry." Shu Shuang bowed again.
At this moment, Yang Xiao couldn’t help but look at this young girl differently. Being able to let go shows intelligence, especially since clinging to this matter would only anger Liu Yang without any actual benefit. This wasn’t the real world; there were no police or laws here.
"Did you bandage her hand?" Yang Xiao asked the honest Zhou Hai.
Zhou Hai, hearing this, shook his head repeatedly, "No, it wasn’t me, it was... it was Shu Shuang herself. I only accompanied her to buy some medicine and bandages."
"You know how to do this?" Yang Xiao, being from the Patrol Defense Office, had first-aid knowledge. The way Shu Shuang’s bandage was wrapped was quite intricate, beyond what an ordinary person could do.
To avoid trouble, they usually wouldn’t seek treatment at hospitals or clinics because it would arouse suspicion, and if the police got involved, it would be problematic.
Facing Yang Xiao’s inquiry, Shu Shuang looked a little embarrassed, nodded and said quietly, "My mom is a doctor, so I just learned a bit from her."
