Chapter 1218 - 1288: Show Mercy

The hateful thing is that he didn’t know at the time; if he had known, he would have shot him dead.

"He’s already turned into a devil after being in prison for so long; the safest way is to ensure his death. If he is released, many will die."

Old Leader Shen sighed, "You should resign yourself out of guilt!" This time, the Shen Family truly faced an irreversible disaster.

"Yes!"

"Additionally, go to the Su Family to apologize."

"Yes!" Father Shen had no complaints, because it was his momentary compassion and distrust in his father that caused this catastrophe. He would not shrink from the responsibility he was to bear.

After Father Shen was carried away, Old Leader Shen slumped in the chair, as if all his energy had been drained away. Without his strong will, he would never have lasted this long.

"Old Leader, the commander is calling you." The assistant handed over the telephone, the long cord dragging on the floor.

"Alright!"

Now the commander of the Northern District, the number one leader, was the son of Old Leader Shen’s friend, and should technically be addressed as uncle.

"Old Leader." The voice of a middle-aged man came over the phone.

"Commander."

"I already know about today’s incident, don’t blame yourself."

"How can I not blame myself?" Old Leader Shen chuckled bitterly, "It’s my incompetence, it’s my fault, otherwise this beast wouldn’t have turned out this way."

"Your health is what matters; the escapee will be recaptured."

"Thank you for your concern, tomorrow our family elder will resign out of guilt. You should proceed legally if necessary, don’t hold back."

The number one leader on the other end of the phone chuckled, how could he have the time to go after people now? The most important thing now was to kill Shen Yu and to bring Xu Qigang back.

Sigh! A bunch of troublesome individuals.

"Old Leader, I heard that you’ve also sent people to intercept Shen Yu?"

A trace of surprise flashed in Old Leader Shen’s eyes; it was merely half an hour before that his secret operation had been initiated, and yet it had already reached the command center. It seems one really shouldn’t underestimate the younger generation; their ability to investigate spies is far superior to that of these old timers.

"Yes! I absolutely cannot let him continue harming people."

"You’re right, I just wanted to discuss with you to ensure Sheng Ning’s safety during the operation. This girl is newly pregnant with Xu Qigang’s only child; if anything happens, I fear my most valued general will be ruined."

So the purpose of the phone call from the number one leader was this.

It was previously said that even leaders one, two, and three paid special attention to Xu Qigang, but there hadn’t been any seen interaction, leading some to think it was mere rumor. Turns out this was the number one leader’s way of protecting Xu Qigang!

Just making this phone call now meant even a biological son wouldn’t necessarily receive such treatment.

"Rest assured."

"Good! Old Leader, take care of your health."

"Alright."

After hanging up the phone, Old Leader Shen sighed in a thoughtful manner, "Go notify them, try to ensure the hostages’ safety."

"Old Leader, if that’s the case, our chances of success are low."

"It’s better than having the commander settle accounts after the event."

"Yes!"

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Sheng Ning was knocked unconscious by Li Xia before leaving the city; she woke up to find it was already midnight, and only a pile of firelight flickered before her eyes. Her hands had been bound and numb, losing all feeling; she was lying on the dirt ground.

The ground was damp, and upon waking, her whole body shivered from the cold.