Chapter 548 - 314_2

"Delivering a meal to you brothers who stand firm on the front line is a must; it’s our duty. We absolutely can’t let the brothers execute the mission on an empty stomach!"

He spoke so briskly that He Yong was at a loss for words.

Xu Hao quickly scanned the room and then intensified his tone:

"Ah Yong, why are you still standing here? Quickly call your brothers over for a meal. The food won’t taste good once it’s cold."

He Yong shrugged helplessly.

Although he’s a Level 5 official in the Noah Organization and a team leader in this Pursuer Team, having participated in the action meeting convened the day before yesterday,

when facing Xu Hao, a promising Level 6 official, he still had to show enough respect.

He immediately stopped speaking further, put a smile on his face, and then called out:

"Brothers, come over to eat, Brother Hao specially brought it for us."

When the team members heard this, a faint smile also appeared on their faces. They gathered around one after another, expressing their gratitude to Xu Hao.

"Don’t rush, don’t rush, take your time, there’s enough for everyone."

Xu Hao smiled broadly, personally opened the plastic bag, and passed the boxed meals to everyone.

"There’s char siu rice, soy sauce chicken thigh rice, and mapo tofu rice. See which flavor you like and choose accordingly."

At this moment, his demeanor resembled that of an eager fast-food restaurant owner.

The atmosphere in the room was considerably relaxed due to this unexpected lunch.

Everyone took the boxed meals, found places to sit, and began eating voraciously.

Xu Hao also picked up a box, pretending to sit casually beside one of the team members, while scooping rice and asking questions as if carelessly.

Upon learning that the target, Cheng Jiashu, had appeared as scheduled, he then said:

"By the way, where’s your boss? I specifically prepared a two-way combo for him."

The "boss" he mentioned naturally referred to the superior of He Yong and his team, the head of this Pursuer Team, Level 7 official, Chen Rui.

The team member with his mouth full of food answered unclearly:

"The captain, huh? He’s in the backyard feeding his precious hunting dogs, probably doesn’t have time to come for a meal."

Another team member chimed in:

"Before each mission, the captain has to spend several hours with his dogs mysteriously; we don’t dare to disturb him."

"Oh? Your captain’s abilities are really peculiar."

Xu Hao showed just the right amount of surprise:

"I, Xu Hao, have seen a lot in my days, but I’ve never come across any special abilities related to dogs."

His tone shifted, carrying a hint of investigation.

"I heard that the initial investigation of that ’Smiling Demon’ task was led by your captain. His ability should have played a significant role, right?"

The team member earlier became interested, and in a somewhat boastful tone, quietly said:

"Of course, with those hunting dogs sharing senses, we generally track enemies much easier than other teams, it’s like having more than ten constantly moving surveillance cameras out of thin air."

"Moreover, ordinary people wouldn’t suspect a few dogs; the target probably wouldn’t know how they got exposed until their last moment."

"That’s really impressive!"

Xu Hao exclaimed in admiration, his eyes flashing with shrewdness but soon reverted to a simpleminded smile:

"No wonder Minister Luo placed your elite team in such an important position this time; it seems he has high expectations."

Another team member, hearing this, couldn’t help interjecting:

"Yeah, I’d say our captain already has the abilities of a Level 8 official. If not for his shallow credentials, he would’ve been promoted long ago."

"Now it’s good; with the new station chief recently taking office and the appreciation from important figures like Minister Luo, if this operation is completed successfully, establishing significant accomplishments, the captain’s promotion to squad leader is practically assured."

"By then, we brothers can advance alongside him and bask in his glory!"

This comment, although somewhat flattering, truly voiced the sentiments of the team members, resulting in a few low murmurs of agreement.

Xu Hao’s gaze subtly shifted, steering the conversation effortlessly:

"Since your captain is so strong, aside from tracking and surveillance, does he have any formidable tactics to directly deal with the ’Smiling Demon’?"

Once he said this, the previously lively atmosphere in the room became somewhat stiff, and several team members’ expressions slightly froze.

"This...might be a bit difficult."

One of them answered vaguely:

"Our captain’s most powerful ability lies in tracking. Once his hunting dogs lock onto a scent, regardless of whether the target hides at the ends of the earth, the captain can accurately locate the target, there’s absolutely no escape."

"But to confront creatures of the caliber of the Smiling Demon head-on is still a bit lacking, especially since even Lord Shadow met his demise at their hands!"

"That might not be certain!"

Ah Jie, who was focused on shoveling his boxed meal, responded unexpectedly, seemed eager to prove something and couldn’t help but interject:

"Our captain may find it difficult to single-handedly tackle the ’Smiling Demon,’ but for that murderer trying to kill our captain, it’s equally challenging."

"The hunting dogs our captain raises are not ordinary creatures; aside from shared sensory capabilities and berserk-enhanced combat strength, there’s one trump card that would surely astonish any enemy that underestimates them..."

As he spoke, a hint of mystery and pride appeared on his face, as if foreseeing the enemy’s downfall into a trap.