Spy Wars: Strong Agents Who Are Ruthless and Talk Little

Chapter 436 Slight Loosening

Then he heard the enemy's voices, whispers gradually becoming clearer from afar. A thought struck him, and he realized the enemy was beginning to disperse, and the search area was becoming wider. A small opportunity had appeared.

"Now." Su Ming's heart trembled, and he began to take steps, moving forward silently.

However, fatigue set in, and his pace began to slow. He knew that if he continued like this, he would be exposed. But he had no time to stop. The enemy was getting closer and closer, and if he paused for a moment, he would give them an opportunity to attack.

At this moment, he suddenly heard a familiar voice behind him - "Be careful, the enemy may have locked our position." Zheng Yaoxian's low voice came from the darkness.

Su Ming's heart stirred, and he immediately retracted his steps, hiding behind a pile of discarded planks and holding his breath. The tacit understanding between him and Zheng Yaoxian was beyond words; they already understood each other's reactions.

"I understand." He replied in a low voice, and the tension in his heart suddenly became more intense.

He held a cigarette between his lips, the smoke drifting away in the night breeze, making it barely visible. In his hand, he held an unmarked document. Though seemingly ordinary, its contents were enough to change the course of the situation. Because of this, its presence constantly reminded him that tonight's mission was no simple matter.

Memories flooded back. Since entering this industry, Su Ming had endured countless dangers and betrayals. Behind every mission lay layers of mystery, and each one seemed closely linked to a man named Zheng Yaoxian. Zheng Yaoxian, a veteran figure who once held a pivotal position within the organization, had seemingly achieved stability. However, a power struggle had plunged him into a quagmire. And Su Ming was a pawn in this game. Or, more accurately, a sword in Zheng Yaoxian's hand, a sharp blade to wield against his enemies.

This time, Su Ming's mission once again revolved around Zheng Yaoxian. Perhaps this document held the key to uncovering everything. Its existence symbolized the power struggle between Zheng Yaoxian and a hidden enemy. Now, it had fallen into Su Ming's hands, and his mission was to deliver it to Zheng Yaoxian himself.

However, as he expected, this time it was not that simple.

A black sedan quietly pulled up at a street corner. The door opened, and a man in a black suit stepped out. His steps were steady, his expression stern, and his eyes, sharp as a hawk's, scanned the surroundings, as if searching for something. Su Ming frowned slightly, and with a flash of his body, he vanished silently around the corner.

The appearance of the man in the black suit made Su Ming's heart tighten. He knew that tonight's situation was no longer just a simple mission. There were too many unknown secrets hidden behind Zheng Yaoxian, and these secrets might be hidden in that document.

As the black sedan appeared, Su Ming's every nerve tensed. He quickly determined that the man before him couldn't be an outsider; he might even be someone assigned by Zheng Yaoxian. If that were the case, his mission would become even more complicated. What unnerved him most was the sense of oppression this strange man brought, and it didn't seem simple.

Su Ming tugged at the collar of his coat, took a deep breath, and disappeared into the dim street. He knew he had to contact Zheng Yaoxian as soon as possible to confirm his identity. Otherwise, if it was exposed, the document would no longer be a mission, but a time bomb ready to explode at any moment.

Across town, in Zheng Yaoxian's office, the lights remained bright. He sat behind his massive desk, his hands folded, his eyes deep, as if lost in complex thought. Ever since leaving the organization that had once supported him, his life had become increasingly uncertain. Every move was fraught with uncertainty and danger, and even trust felt like a luxury.

"Mr. Zheng, do you think we can successfully obtain that document tonight?" A deep male voice broke the silence in the office. The speaker was a middle-aged man standing at the table. His tone was calm and cautious, but his eyes kept scanning Zheng Yaoxian.

Zheng Yaoxian was silent for a moment, his eyes glancing out the window, as if he were seeing somewhere far away through the glass. He seemed to be thinking, or perhaps waiting for something.

"Whether this goes well or not doesn't depend on how prepared we are," Zheng Yaoxian said slowly, "but on whether we can control the situation."

His voice was deep and powerful, carrying an unquestionable authority. "Today's situation has reached a point of no return. Regardless of the final outcome, we must move forward."

The middle-aged man nodded slightly, clearly understanding Zheng Yaoxian's meaning. Just as the two men fell silent, the office door suddenly opened, and another young man in casual clothes walked in. Su Ming.

His face showed some fatigue, but his eyes were still clear, revealing an indescribable calmness and courage.

"Mr. Zheng, the mission is accomplished." Su Ming walked to the table and placed the document in front of Zheng Yaoxian without hesitation.

Zheng Yaoxian raised his head slightly, his eyes as deep as the sea, as if he was examining the young man before him. The corners of his mouth lifted slightly, revealing a faint smile.

"Thank you for your hard work, Su Ming." Zheng Yaoxian's voice was calm, yet it carried an irrepressible sense of authority. Su Ming did not respond, but simply stood quietly aside, waiting for Zheng Yaoxian's instructions.

However, Zheng Yaoxian's eyes did not fall on the documents, but on the lit cigarette butt on the table. He gently picked up the cigarette butt, as if thinking about something.

"Su Ming," Zheng Yaoxian suddenly said, "Do you know that this document was not originally prepared for you?"

These words were like a bolt from the blue, causing Su Ming's heart to suddenly tighten. In an instant, his expression grew solemn. Although he had already suspected this, hearing these words in person still sent a chill down his spine.

"What do you want to say?" Su Ming's voice trembled slightly, but he tried to remain calm and stared at Zheng Yaoxian firmly.

Zheng Yaoxian sighed softly, his expression becoming complex and profound. "I never intended to treat you as a complete chess piece, Su Ming. But you must understand that in this situation, no one can truly control their own destiny."

As Zheng Yaoxian finished his words, the air instantly froze into frost. Su Ming's heart skipped a beat, as if an invisible thread were pulling him into a bottomless abyss. He knew he was no longer a mere executor, but had been caught in an unpredictable vortex.

He doesn't care whether he is a pawn or not.

But if, as Zheng Yaoxian said, he didn't even have this basic control, then what was his role in this game? A steadfast and fearless chess piece, or a consumable item that could be replaced at any time?

Su Ming suppressed his anxiety and looked at Zheng Yaoxian calmly. This man had once been one of his greatest sources of trust—but now, every word he spoke was like a knife, piercing Su Ming's heart. He could sense the underlying indifference in Zheng Yaoxian's eyes, as if everything had been predetermined and he was nothing more than a dispensable pawn in this war.

Zheng Yaoxian lowered his eyes, still lost in some self-conscious thought, seemingly unaware of Su Ming's change of heart. After a moment, he spoke again, casually, "Su Ming, I know you've been striving to do better, but you have to understand that some things can't be done just because you want to."

The meaning behind these words was not explicitly stated, but Su Ming's heart suddenly tightened. He knew that Zheng Yaoxian's words were not only a warning, but also a potential threat - you have no choice.

Su Ming lowered his head slightly, his gaze fixed on the document. Although he knew the contents were extremely crucial, he felt a sense of dread at the moment. The restlessness within him seemed to remind him that, no matter what, he had to follow the procedures and do the current task well. Otherwise, what might happen next could be even more fatal than losing this document.

He thought for a moment and decided to break the silence. He spoke in a calm tone, "Mr. Zheng, I've handed you the documents. Mission accomplished. Next, I have other plans."

Zheng Yaoxian glanced up at him, as if he had anticipated Su Ming's reaction. A faint smile curved his lips, as if to say, "Do you think it's that simple?" However, he didn't immediately refute Su Ming, but nodded.

"You did well this time, Su Ming," Zheng Yaoxian said softly, the affirmation in his words making Su Ming feel a slight sense of relief. His tense nerves relaxed a little, and he couldn't help but sigh, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.

Yet, the questions lingered in his mind. He still couldn't understand why Zheng Yaoxian had dragged him into this vortex. What was that document supposed to be exchanged for? Why was he always like a puppet manipulated by an invisible hand, unwittingly drawn into these complex schemes?

At this moment, there was a slight knock on the office door, breaking Su Ming's thoughts.

"Come in." Zheng Yaoxian's voice was still calm and full of pressure.

The door gently opened, and a young man in casual clothes walked in. He was tall and thin, with a stern face, and his eyes revealed an indescribable confidence and coldness. Every step he took seemed unusually steady, as if he was ready for any eventuality.

"Mr. Zheng." The man nodded politely, then cast his gaze on Su Ming. It wasn't so much a look at Su Ming as it was a sizing him up, with a sharpness that couldn't be ignored.

"You're here." Zheng Yaoxian nodded expressionlessly, motioning for the other party to sit down. "Is everything going well?"