Chapter 946 Action should be taken in advance, but no one
Wen Congwu was silent, his gaze lingering for a long time on the screen where only a small red dot remained. His fingertips tapped unconsciously on the table, making a dull thumping sound.
Luo Yong's analysis that "there can't be a deeper basement" was like a huge rock pressing down on everyone's chest.
Everyone in the monitoring room was silent. The development of the situation was completely different from what we had expected, and it caught us off guard.
Finally, Wen Congwu broke the silence, his eyes sweeping across the small red dot on the screen, "At least there is good news right now. Cao Yang's positioning device has been discovered, which may keep Snowy Owl safe for the time being.
The other party should first suspect Cao Yang as an undercover agent and may not screen other people for the time being. But..."
He frowned again, "I'm afraid we don't have enough time! The discovery of the positioning device means that the criminals are already aware of the location of their base!
They may move or destroy evidence at any time, or even..."
Wen Congwu didn't say anything else, but everyone understood what he meant.
He took a deep breath. "We can't follow our previous plan and wait for the Snowy Owl to find out the situation and obtain evidence before seizing it. We have to act in advance and catch them off guard."
"But boss," Luo Yong's voice sounded anxious, "we only have three people on the periphery right now, and with the Snowy Owl supporting us from inside, there are only four of us. With so few people, let alone capturing him, even protecting ourselves is a problem! Forcing a capture is tantamount to committing suicide!"
"Aren't we cooperating with the local police? Why don't we ask them for help?" a young technician couldn't help but ask.
Wen Congwu's eyes flashed, and he shook his head decisively: "The risk is too great! The Lu family has been operating in the local area for many years and is deeply rooted. They are not acting according to the usual routine this time. I suspect they have spies in the local police force.
If the news leaks out, not only will the operation fail, but the lives of Snowy Owl and all the innocent people inside will be in jeopardy! We can't take this risk!"
"What about sending people from China?" another voice said, "Special police, or..."
"It's too late!" Wen Congwu interrupted him, his tone filled with deep helplessness, "The approval process! Reporting, coordination, visas, equipment transportation, adaptation to the environment... Even if everything goes well, it will take at least ten days!
Will the criminals give us a week? Fang Dongmei may be temporarily safe during the half-month 'health observation period', but what about others?
What about those who are under their control and may be "dealt with" at any time?
And Cao Yang, if he's not dead yet, he's suffering in hell every minute and every second! We can't wait!"
The monitoring room was once again shrouded in an atmosphere of despair. The powerful state apparatus seemed to be constrained at this moment due to distance, procedures, and potential risks of infiltration.
Our people are right there, but they are separated by thousands of mountains and rivers and are out of reach.
Wen Congwu paced back and forth in the monitoring room in worry. The scene on the screen was still the interior of the health center. Fang Dongmei had completed all the projects and was sitting in the waiting area, waiting for the last two colleagues.
"Boss," Luo Yong suddenly spoke up, looking at Wen Congwu, "Do you think...is it possible to get special approval from the leadership to allow our people to leave the country urgently under private names? Let's go there first and talk about it later."
Wen Congwu paused, but didn't answer. Instead, he frowned and thought, "Actually, I've had this thought before, but I think the risk is too high."
He turned around and continued, "Unofficial channels mean that identities, equipment, and operational support are all 'black'.
The brothers’ personal safety is not guaranteed at all. If something happens, there will be no explanation.
Moreover, without the cooperation of local law enforcement, what can we do when we are in a foreign country facing a criminal lair?
You have to know that there's no ban on guns over there, and ordinary people can legally own weapons. The criminals' equipment is probably more abundant than our team's arsenal. This is no different from committing suicide."
He paused, his voice lowering. "The higher-ups probably won't approve it either. The risks and responsibilities are too great."
In this suffocating stalemate, my cell phone suddenly rang at an inopportune time. The cheerful ringtone seemed particularly harsh at this moment, and everyone looked at me subconsciously.
I hurriedly answered the phone and smiled awkwardly at them as I walked out: "Sorry, it's my husband calling. I'm going out to answer the phone. You guys continue chatting."
"Wife, why haven't you gone home yet? Does Old Wen really treat you like a beast of burden?" Xiao Shiqiu teased.
It was then that I realized it was already dark outside. Yes, I had been watching the pictures sent back by Fang Dongmei and always felt that it was still early. I forgot that she was five hours later than City A.
"No, no, in fact, I didn't do anything all day except worrying." This realization made me feel a little frustrated.
"Come back if you can't help. Don't worry about it. You should have some confidence in our hat uncles. You can rest assured about Old Wen's abilities." It was a rare occasion for him to praise Wen Congwu.
Wen Congwu also realized that it was quite late. He rubbed his brow tiredly and waved at me: "Xiao Xia, you should go back first. It seems that the Snowy Owl will not need your professional knowledge for the time being. Luo Yong?"
Luo Yong also nodded and continued, "Judging from the current time, they definitely won't have any so-called training today.
Besides, even if there is training, it will probably be just for show, with no professional content, and will probably be more about brainwashing and controlling the process. If you are not on site, there shouldn't be any problems.
"But..." I opened my mouth, my heart felt like it was blocked by a ball of cotton, wet cotton, stuffy and heavy.
Fang Dongmei was walking on a tightrope over there, and I could do nothing but worry about her.
It's such a terrible feeling to have so much energy but nowhere to use it.
But if I can't see it, my heart will always be in suspense.
Seeing my hesitation, Wen Congwu guessed what I was thinking, "Go back. You can't be here 24 hours a day. We take turns on duty here. Go back and have a good rest. What if we need you tomorrow?"
"I...I'll come tomorrow." This was the only way I could finally express myself, a bit stubbornly. "What if...what if you need me at any time, please let me know at any time. Also, if Sister Xiaomei is in any danger, please tell me. At least it's good to have one more person to think of a solution."
Wen Congwu nodded in understanding and said nothing more.
When I got home, Xiao Shiqiu had already heated up the food. Seeing that I was in a low mood and a little absent-minded, he didn't ask much. He gave me a reassuring hug and served me a bowl of soup.
He looked at me tenderly while eating. Under his gaze, I finally couldn't help but pour out everything that happened today.
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