308: Chapter 308 Let Them Toss First

Since Shen Tu Zheng Hao was safe and sound, there was no need for Suo Tonghua to stay.

So, after a brief chat, the two boarded a plane and returned to the capital.

The Dark Night Squad swiftly departed under He Jinghui's arrangements.

To avoid attracting attention, they first took a helicopter to Boduohan Mountain, south of Batuo City, then trekked northward, sneaking into Batuo City under the cover of darkness.

Around 6 PM, the Dark Night Squad landed in an open area in the foothills of Boduohan Mountain.

At this point, they were still about 10 kilometers away from the city.

Unlike other areas, the shady side of Boduohan Mountain in summer was densely covered with coniferous plants.

Their plan was to use the cover of these plants to advance northwest through the valley, then enter the city after nightfall.

Their primary mission was to scout the area around the National Stadium, ascertain the enemy's troop deployment, and determine if any Chinese citizens were being held in the hospital.

The Dark Night Squad, including Shen Wengang and his Sister Luoer, totaled 19 people.

As a doting brother, Shen Wengang absolutely would not allow Luoer to act alone; she had to stay by his side at all times.

Therefore, 19 people could only be used as 18.

The 18 people were divided into 6 groups, with 3 people per group.

Breaking into smaller units could reduce their target profile, minimizing the risk of detection.

At the same time, multiple groups working in parallel could significantly increase the efficiency of their reconnaissance.

“This is the main road into the city.

Here is Wu La Han District, here is the National Stadium, and here is the hospital.

Group 1, you are responsible for reconnoitering the northern area of the hospital.

Be aware that there are many buildings here, so you must be careful to remain concealed during your movements.

Group 2, you are responsible for reconnoitering the eastern area.

From the map, this area appears desolate, so pay attention to any tire tracks or tread marks on the ground.

After completing your reconnaissance, if you find nothing, immediately move towards Group 1 and assist them.

Group 3…”

Shen Wengang assigned tasks to the others from a patch of grass in the valley.

Everyone huddled there, listening intently.

Once the tasks were assigned, everyone found their own cover and quietly awaited the arrival of night.

“Brother, I thought of a problem.

What if zombies appear in the city at night?

Those guys have very sensitive noses, and our scent could easily attract them,” Luoer said.

“Don't worry, that won't be a problem,” Shen Wengang whispered.

“Why not?” Luoer asked.

“You'll know soon enough,” Shen Wengang said with a mysterious smile.

“Oh.” Seeing that Shen Wengang wasn't explaining, Luoer stopped asking.

There were others nearby, and they were accustomed to not discussing many things in public.

…

“Senior Brother Ling Tian, they have arrived,” a Sister with wavy long hair in her early twenties said as she entered the room.

“Good! I've finally waited for this day!” Ling Tian exclaimed happily upon hearing Ling Su's report.

“What do we do next?” Ling Su asked.

“Have all the zombies in Wu La Han District been moved?” Ling Tian asked.

“They were moved yesterday,” Ling Su replied.

“That's good.

Let them struggle for now.

Arrange for some small fry to cause them some trouble, but be careful with the extent,” Ling Tian said.

“Okay!

…Senior Brother Ling Tian, are we really not going to keep those things?” Ling Su asked with a hint of hesitation.

“Those things are just scrap metal; they're not of much use.

Besides, if you're not willing to bait the hook, how can you catch a big fish?

Don't you agree?” Ling Tian turned around, looked at Ling Su, and gently tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, smiling as he spoke.

“Mhm!” Ling Su's cheeks flushed, and she lowered her head, shyly assenting.

“Alright, go make the arrangements.

You personally oversee this; make sure you don't scare the fish away,” Ling Tian whispered close to Ling Su's ear.

Ling Su was completely flustered by this gesture, she nodded frantically and scurried out of the office like a rabbit.

After Ling Su left, Ling Tian's smile vanished, and his gaze turned fierce.

…

Night fell.

The three members of Dark Night Squad Group 1 had quietly reached their mission area.

This place was a relatively remote part of Batuo City, with few buildings, and it was now completely desolate.

To avoid exposure, they couldn't use the main road, so they had to crouch low and move along the gravel ground outside the road.

Suddenly, they heard movement on the road ahead, so they immediately stopped and slowly crouched down.

It was footsteps, and more than one person.

From the sound, it could be determined that they were heading towards them.

The three exchanged glances and nodded, confirming to each other that they were ready to act at any moment.

At times like these, either you don't act, or you ensure a single fatal blow, absolutely without making any noise.

Once noise was made, the entire reconnaissance mission would be considered a failure.

Just then, sounds also came from behind them, also moving towards them.

The nerves of the three instantly tightened.

One group was manageable, but two groups posed a significant risk.

Moreover, He Jinghui had warned them before they came that there might be an unknown number of Modified humans here.

In such a situation, it would be very unwise to act without absolute certainty.