Kaidan Game Train: Abide Rule or Die!-Chapter 2154: Six-Hour Countdown

To the vast Zone 008, two individuals are like a speck of dust, unnoticed no matter where they’re placed, and the same goes for wanted criminals.

However, this time Dou Shengnan’s appearance was too coincidental, right when the Tian Family’s every move was under scrutiny, making it hard not to attract attention. Given the style of the Guile Sound Knights, even those without a grudge look down on them, not to mention those with a grudge. Coincidentally, they have enemies in Zone 008. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶

The leader of the well-known Player Organization "Spring Thunder" from another city station was sitting in the reception room of the city hall. This middle-aged man did not look at the mayor sitting across from him but instead stared at the metal box in front of him. The box was unopened, yet the man’s gaze seemed to penetrate the lid to see the contents inside, exuding a chilling aura from his eyes to his entire body.

The mayor was a slightly overweight old man who, in the face of the intimidating man, was not timid but instead sighed, "Chairman Chi, I deeply regret the matter of your brother, but starting a battle here is absolutely not possible. Do you know how many people are in a city station? Players can protect themselves, but what about the ordinary people?"

"My people can drive Dou Shengnan out of the city." Chairman Chi spoke in a deep, robust voice about his plan, "We only need your city to issue three blockades; it absolutely won’t affect ordinary people."

The plump old man ran a hand through his thick hair, "Can you guarantee that? Can Dou Shengnan guarantee that? Why do you think she hasn’t left yet?"

Dou Shengnan’s renowned skills resound like thunder; she may have unconsciously influenced many people when she entered this city. If a fight breaks out, what if civilians line up to commit suicide to show him?

"That needs to be asked of the Tian Family." Chairman Chi turned his gaze to the man sitting on the other side of the room, "What dealings does the Tian Family have with the Guile Sound Knights?"

This matter isn’t honorable, and the person representing the Tian Family today isn’t the real leader but his brother Tian Benji. This person seems amiable, even without a smile on his face, giving the impression of being approachable. In fact, when he speaks, it’s indeed as such, "The family head is out and hasn’t returned, and I’m not typically involved in family matters, but the younger generation at home is sensible enough not to have any entanglements with the Guile Sound Knights. In business, when unwelcome guests come, you want to turn them away but can’t. Yesterday, Dou Shengnan killed one of my nephews... Alas, our Tian Family certainly can’t afford to offend the Guile Sound Knights, but under these circumstances, if we make a move, outsiders will speculate on our connection with Dou Shengnan."

"I support Chairman Chi’s idea, not just me; I believe the family head thinks the same."

He speaks as if the Tian Family is a victim caught between a rock and a hard place, yet the few people present didn’t change their expressions at all, clearly not considering him. The mayor repeatedly ran his fingers through his hair, while Chairman Chi kept a hand on the metal box, seemingly contemplating whether to open the lid.

A moment later, Yang Chong, sitting opposite Tian Benji, spoke, "With the Tian Family’s strength, it’s more than capable of trapping Dou Shengnan in the hotel, Mr. Tian. There’s no need to be modest. Taking on this trouble would spare Chairman Chi and our Law Enforcement Team a trip."

Tian Benji still appeared agreeable yet somewhat without determination, waving his hands, "This won’t do, this won’t do. Business hasn’t been easy these years, and many players have been sent to other districts. Moreover, this matter concerns the safety of the entire city; the Tian Family really can’t take on this responsibility."

Chairman Chi chuckled silently before saying, "No need to rush to pass the buck. I won’t trouble your Tian Family; just don’t cause any trouble when the time comes."

Tian Benji promptly agreed and expressed willingness to bear any hotel losses.

Yang Chong found Tian Family displeasing, especially annoyed by their hypocritical facade. He then suggested to the mayor, "Since this trouble was caused by the Tian Family, let them solve it. At the very least, make sure they escort Dou Shengnan out of the city."

The mayor, seeming to hear an ingenious plan, looked at Tian Benji with bright eyes, "Whether by escorting or coaxing, can’t you simply get her out?"

"Mayor, it’s not that I don’t want to do so, but it’s really difficult to achieve." Tian Benji smiled wryly and said, "Our family has already lost a child and still can’t handle her. Demolishing a couple of hotels is a minor issue; the concern is dragging others down with it."

Upon hearing this, Yang Chong’s throbbing forehead took several seconds before he swallowed his words, insisting, "Whoever causes the trouble should be responsible."

"Captain Yang, that’s not the right way to say it," Tian Benji rambled, "If everyone was this self-serving, how could Zone 008 achieve today’s prosperity? We should unite in facing any issue, especially external ones. We’re here today to discuss strategies and come up with a suitable plan that satisfies everyone; offloading the responsibility to one party doesn’t solve the problem, does it?"

He paused and glanced at Chairman Chi again, "Actually, this issue isn’t difficult to resolve. Dou Shengnan won’t stay in Zone 008 forever."

In other words, can’t we just kill her at any time?

Chairman Chi’s audible laughter rang out, "Don’t worry. Once Dou Shengnan is dealt with, your Tian Family will be next. Do you think killing a few ordinary people means no one can touch you?"

Tian Benji’s expression also shifted, finally showing a hint of strength, "Chairman Chi, doing this is futile. I’ve said before, the Tian Family is willing to offer help."

The conversation looped back to the mayor.

The mayor felt helpless; he had already dispatched people to lock down the area around the hotel when Chairman Chi first appeared, fearing someone would act impulsively, but agreeing to set the battlefield in the city center was absolutely unacceptable.

"Why put the mayor in a tough spot," Yang Chong interjected again, "against external enemies, Zone 008 naturally stands united, but cleaning up after our own pests indefinitely is out of the question!"

The two emphatic words thrown out inflamed Tian Benji, who stopped trying to deflect blame and said, "We will follow the city hall’s arrangements."

This attitude ignited Yang Chong’s anger, and he slammed his hand down, breaking the metal table in front of him, glaring fiercely at the people across from him.

The people in the room feared he would act violently, and the mayor, in particular, anxiously pulled out several strands of hair at this moment. Then, the reception room door opened, and a long-haired woman in a red trench coat walked in briskly with two uniformed players.

The woman’s appearance not only subdued Yang Chong’s fury but also made everyone in the room, except Chairman Chi, stand up.

"General Zhuo." The mayor personally greeted her, "I didn’t expect you to return already. I just reported the matter to the Military District and thought they’d send someone else..."

General Zhuo raised her hand to stop him, looking at Chairman Chi, still seated, "I understand your request."

"In the name of the First General of Zone 008’s 22nd Military District, I approve your request. The Player Organization Spring Thunder may conduct an internal city operation under the guise of cooperating with the Military District exercise, timed for six hours."