Spy Wars: Strong Agents Who Are Ruthless and Talk Little

Chapter 399 Hearing the "Black Bear" hum

At that moment, a sharp hawk cry suddenly echoed from above, shattering the night's tranquility. Shen Ling's heart suddenly tightened. She looked up almost reflexively, only to see a few dark shadows swiftly streaking across the moonlit sky. She knew these were no ordinary beasts, but rather falcons trained by the pursuers.

"Hurry up!" Su Ming's voice came from below, with a hint of urgency and anxiety. He had already landed safely, while Shen Ling was still struggling in mid-air.

Shen Ling gritted her teeth, ignoring the pain in her hands, and slid down to the bottom of the cliff. She felt her legs weaken, but she struggled to maintain her balance. Finally, at the last moment, her feet touched the ground. However, just as she breathed a sigh of relief, she heard a gust of wind.

"Get down!" Su Ming slammed her to the ground. At the same moment, a sharp arrow barely grazed her ear before piercing the rock wall behind her. Shen Ling felt dizzy and gasped, realizing she had nearly died.

"They're chasing us!" Su Ming's voice was low and rapid. He grabbed Shen Ling and rushed into the depths of the jungle without hesitation. The two of them ran desperately in the darkness like wild horses, arrows whizzing past them.

Shen Ling's legs were nearly numb, but she knew she couldn't stop. Every breath felt like a burning flame, her chest heaving violently, her ears filled with the rustling of wind and her heartbeat. She didn't know how much longer she could hold out, relying only on willpower to keep pushing forward.

Su Ming would occasionally glance back at the pursuers. Although he couldn't see their exact number in the darkness, he knew they wouldn't give up easily. He raced through his mind trying to figure out how to escape, but couldn't find a better solution.

"There's a cave up ahead!" Su Ming suddenly whispered, pulling Shen Ling down a secluded path. The cave entrance was obscured by vines, almost blending in with the surrounding bushes. After the two entered the cave, Su Ming quickly sealed it with vines.

Shen Ling slumped to the ground, her face pale as paper. Her breathing was rapid and ragged, and her body trembled slightly from extreme exhaustion. Su Ming leaned against the rock wall, also breathing heavily, but he remained alert, his ear pressed against the rock wall to listen for any movement outside.

"I hope they can't find this place," Su Ming muttered to himself, his voice so low it was barely audible. However, he knew in his heart that this was only a temporary respite. The pursuers' patience and methods far exceeded their imaginations. The true test had just begun.

In order to ensure the coherence of the story, I will continue to use Su Ming as the protagonist, continue the previous plot, add more psychological descriptions and dialogue content, and promote the development of the story.

Su Ming stood under the dim light, his brow furrowed, a complex, indescribable feeling swirling within him. For some time now, he had been quietly carrying out missions in this city, but he felt increasingly that these so-called "missions" weren't just about fulfilling orders from his superiors; they were gradually seeping into his life and changing his very being.

With every action and every report, he carefully wove lies one after another, like a web, tightly entangling himself in it. He knew he had become unable to extricate himself, but he was unwilling to give up this identity, because that would mean that all his persistence and efforts would be in vain.

"Xiao Su, are you ready for action?" A deep voice came from behind, breaking his moment of contemplation. Su Ming turned around and saw Zhao Qiming standing at the door, his expression unhurried, as if he had a deep understanding of everything.

Su Ming raised his wrist, checked his watch, and said softly, "I'm ready. Follow the plan."

Zhao Qiming nodded, walked closer, and said with a sharp look: "This mission is not easy. The other party has a complicated background. You have to be more careful."

Su Ming didn't answer, but simply lowered his head slightly. He knew that Zhao Qiming's words were nothing new, but the alertness that came from within forced him to take them seriously.

The target of the mission is Tang Wenbo, the leader of an underground organization. According to intelligence, Tang Wenbo has been frequently contacting individuals detrimental to their organization, making him a thorn in the side of his superiors. This operation is not only intended to monitor him, but also to obtain sufficient information to support future decisions.

But Su Ming knew that this mission was far more dangerous than any simple espionage operation. Tang Wenbo's background was complex, making it impossible to infiltrate him through conventional means. Even if he were involved, he couldn't be 100% sure.

"Remember, Su Ming, our target is information, so don't expose it." Zhao Qiming's tone was stern and calm.

"I know," Su Ming replied softly, but his heart was still churning with emotion. He knew that the closer one got to their goal, the easier it was to lose oneself.

Zhao Qiming said nothing more, nodded, and turned to leave. Su Ming was left standing alone in the empty room, his heart growing heavy. This wasn't the life he wanted, but he had already gone too far down this road, and he didn't know if he could turn back.

He took a deep breath, suppressed the distracting thoughts in his mind, and reorganized his thoughts. Tonight's operation must be successful, and there must be no mistakes.

Under the cover of night, Su Ming, dressed in black plainclothes, quietly made his way through the streets and alleys. His heart was pounding, but he remained calm. He knew he was no longer the young man who had just joined the organization, but had become accustomed to this dangerous path.

He quietly entered Tang Wenbo's residence. It was an ordinary, unremarkable residential complex. From the outside, nothing seemed out of the ordinary, but once inside, he discovered that things were not simple. Nearly every building was surrounded by inconspicuous surveillance cameras, keeping tabs on everyone entering and leaving.

Su Ming's fingers gently rubbed the handle of the gun at his waist, feeling the familiar cold touch. He didn't like violence, but in this situation, he had no choice.

"We're here." He muttered to himself and walked towards Tang Wenbo's residence.

After entering the building, he quickly took off his coat, put away his hat, and changed into the uniform that disguised him as a maintenance worker. This uniform was widely used in their organization, and it was inconspicuous and could quickly blend into any occasion.

As the footsteps grew quieter, Su Ming's mood grew heavier. Every time he undertook a mission, the uneasiness and fear in his heart would silently loom over him like a shadow.

As he passed through the corridor, he suddenly heard a whisper coming from the hallway. Su Ming subconsciously stopped, held his breath, and listened attentively.

"He's coming, really coming." The voice was very low, but it clearly reached Su Ming's ears.

Su Ming's heartbeat suddenly accelerated. He realized that this wasn't just a chance encounter. Tang Wenbo had clearly sensed something and even anticipated someone approaching him.

Without hesitation, he quickly entered an empty room, hid in the darkness, and calmly observed the movements around him. His eyes gradually became sharper, as if they could penetrate the darkness.

After a moment, the noise outside the corridor faded, and Su Ming slowly breathed a sigh of relief. He knew that at this moment, the danger had not truly passed. Every step he took felt like walking on the edge of a knife; any carelessness could cost him everything.

"I must find an opportunity as soon as possible." He reminded himself secretly.

Su Ming stood in that dark corner, breathless and silent. His eyes were fixed on every movement outside the door, his ears picking up every tiny sound. Although his heart was pounding, he knew he couldn't afford to panic now and had to remain calm. After taking a few deep breaths, he felt his heartbeat gradually steady.

"Don't rush. I must find the perfect moment," he repeatedly told himself, his mind racing through various possible responses. Over the years, he had become accustomed to making calm judgments in life-or-death situations like these. For him, any emotional vacillation would become a fatal weakness.

At that moment, hurried footsteps echoed from the corridor. Su Ming quickly adjusted his stance, pressing himself against the wall and peering cautiously toward the door. A figure flashed by, and Su Ming recognized it as one of Tang Wenbo's men, a man nicknamed "Black Bear," renowned for his immense strength.

"It seems that today's mission will definitely not be easy." Su Ming thought secretly in his heart. He originally thought that Tang Wenbo would be relatively relaxed in his vigilance tonight, but he did not expect that the other party had already deployed heavy guards.

At this moment, Black Bear's deep voice echoed from the corridor: "Have all exits been checked? Are there any suspicious individuals?"

Another person replied, "We've checked everything and found nothing unusual. But the boss said we have to be extra careful no matter what."

Su Ming gripped the dagger tightly, adjusting his breathing slightly to ensure no sound was made. His palms were slightly sweaty, but his grip remained steady as a rock. He was all too familiar with this state. Every time he went on a mission, a surge of nervousness would surge through him, as if every nerve in his body was stretched to its limit. However, this tension only made him incredibly alert, making him keenly aware of any slight change.

Suddenly, he heard Black Bear snort, "The boss said that man's methods are very sophisticated and should not be underestimated. There must be no mistakes in this operation!"

Su Ming's heart sank. Clearly, they had long been aware of his whereabouts, or at least had some suspicions. He couldn't help but recall Zhao Qiming's instructions before the operation: "If you sense something is wrong, retreat immediately. Intelligence is important, but people are more important."

However, Su Ming now had no way out. He knew that if this mission failed, not only would he face unforeseen dangers, but the entire organization's next plan would also be in trouble.