The Tokusatsu Era: Starting with Orphnoch

Chapter 87 A Scheme Within a Scheme (3)

Since the successful conclusion of the last attack, Su Qian seemed to have fallen into a mysterious and indescribable state.

Whether in daily training or during his leisure time, he always seemed absent-minded, making him difficult to understand.

The entire operations department quickly noticed Su Qian's unusual behavior.

Initially, Zheng Zhongshan, a close friend who had gone through life and death together, even had a heart-to-heart talk with him, trying to understand what was hidden deep in his heart.

However, no matter how earnestly Zheng Zhongshan inquired, Su Qian kept his lips tightly shut, unwilling to utter a single word of truth, and even deliberately avoided these topics.

As time went on, the members of the Faiz team became increasingly worried when they saw that Su Qian remained in this state, and they all reported the matter to Hong Tao.

Upon learning of this, Hong Tao also attached great importance to Su Qian's situation.

Originally, he planned to summon Zheng Zhongshan and Su Qian together to have an open and frank discussion.

Unexpectedly, when the appointed time arrived, Su Qian failed to show up, leaving Hong Tao feeling quite helpless.

However, considering that Su Qian might have some unspeakable difficulties, Hong Tao did not want to force him, so the matter had to be put on hold for the time being, and was postponed again and again.

Just before the operation, there was some free time, and Zheng Zhongshan happened to be at the training ground.

Upon seeing him, Hong Tao immediately had an idea and hurriedly invited Zheng Zhongshan to go with him to the secluded corner where Su Qian was lying alone in a daze.

Before long, the two arrived at their destination.

At this moment, Su Qian was staring intently at his right hand, seemingly deep in thought.

Just then, two dark figures silently appeared and enveloped him.

Su Qian suddenly came to his senses, stood up and looked up to see that it was Hong Tao and Zheng Zhongshan standing in front of him.

Both of them had serious expressions and stared straight at Su Qian without saying a word.

Seeing this, Su Qian was somewhat stunned. He subconsciously reached up and touched his cheek, then said somewhat nervously, "Dr. Hong, weren't you in a meeting? Why did you suddenly come here?"

"You came with Chongshan again. Is there something strange on my face? Why are you all staring at me like that?"

Upon hearing this, Hong Tao slowly turned his head and exchanged a glance with Zheng Zhongshan, who was standing to the side.

He then fixed his gaze on Su Qian's eyes and said, "The operation is about to begin, so I came here specifically to check on the situation of the Operations Department."

After a pause, he continued, "I sent people to look for you before, but you didn't show up. So I had no choice but to come and see you in person!"

"Who would have thought that as soon as I came in, I would see you lying there like you'd lost your soul, looking completely dazed!"

"What exactly happened? Is it something on your mind that you can't say, or do you simply not want to say it at all? You're just spacing out here all day long."

After hearing these words, Su Qian immediately understood.

My behavior these past few days has been far too unusual; I'm sure someone has already reported it to Hong Tao.

At this moment, Su Qian clearly knew what Hong Tao was asking about, but he did not intend to tell him the truth.

So Su Qian quickly replied, "Dr. Hong has come all this way to see me, there must be some new action plan from the bureau."

"Please just tell me what preparations I need to make in advance!"

Upon hearing this, Hong Tao remained silent, his eyes fixed intently on Su Qian's.

A tense atmosphere permeated the entire scene.

After a long while, Hong Tao sighed deeply and said helplessly, "Fine! Since you're unwilling to speak, I naturally won't force you."

"I've come to the Operations Department today because I have some important matters that require your help. Let's go to my office and discuss them in detail!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Hong Tao turned around without hesitation and strode confidently toward his office.

Zheng Zhongshan and Su Qian, who were standing still, exchanged a glance and nodded.

The two then followed closely behind Hong Tao, walking out step by step.

...............

Meanwhile, inside a relatively secluded detached apartment building within the Harbin Special Operations Bureau.

At this moment, Wudao, the special envoy from the capital, was sitting leisurely on the balcony, holding a thick book in his hands, reading it quietly and attentively.

Sunlight filtered through the dappled leaves, casting patterns of light and shadow on him.

A moment later, Xiao Li quietly emerged from the shadows.

He walked lightly to Wudao's side, bent down slightly, and whispered, "It's completely confirmed. 'Their' operation has begun."

"Based on the information we have so far, they seem to be planning to continue with their long-planned scheme!"

"As for the specific details, we haven't been able to find out yet, but one thing is certain: the Orphnochs are still involved, and we don't know what role they are playing in this plan."

Upon hearing this, Wudao slowly closed the thick book beside him and gently lifted the glasses on the bridge of his nose.

A mocking smile curled at the corner of his mouth as he scoffed, "Hmph, these guys are a bunch of brainless, stupid insects. As for those Orphnochs, they're just trying to fish in troubled waters."

"However, on the other hand, we should also thank 'them'. If it weren't for 'them' stirring things up and providing assistance, we probably wouldn't have been able to make progress so quickly."

As soon as he finished speaking, Wu Dao calmly stood up, stretched out a hand, and steadily caught a withered yellow leaf that had been blown down by the strong wind.

He gazed at the fallen leaf and couldn't help but sigh, "Look, the wind is picking up! It seems the situation is about to change a lot again!"

After a moment, Wudao continued without turning his head, "Wouldn't it be a pity if this magnificent show were to be without our participation?"

Immediately afterwards, Wu Dao turned to look at Xiao Li, who had been standing silently beside him, and instructed, "Go and inform him now, tell him it's time to fulfill the promise you made back then!"

Upon hearing the order, Xiao Li nodded without hesitation, then turned and quickly walked away into the shadows, disappearing into the darkness in no time.

After standing there for a moment and thinking, Wudao took out the cell phone from his pocket.

I found the number I had contacted before, dialed it directly, and waited a moment before the call was connected.

Wu Dao directly told him, "One of my people is also going to be involved. You need to prepare the necessary documents and make sure there are no problems!"

After finishing speaking, Wudao hung up the phone without waiting for a response.