Resurrection Empire-Chapter 916 - 351: All Are Sufferers in This World—Hatred That Must Be Let Go (Part 3)

"But the boss didn't agree. He has already surrendered. Captain Ou, you..."

Someone nearby raised doubts.

Ou Youning shook his head with a smile, "No problem, punish me if you must. Besides, what he did wasn't surrender; it was betrayal."

In fact, Ou Youning didn't say everything he had in mind.

As Ren Zhong's most dedicated loyalist, Ou Youning's other skills were merely passable, but his ability to read Ren Zhong's intentions was exceptional.

When Ren Zhong mentioned settling accounts just now, he had already sensed the murderous intent in Ren Zhong's words.

However, such matters were not suitable for the leader to handle personally, which was when Ou Youning stepped in to play his role.

As expected, upon hearing the gunshots below, Ren Zhong poked his head out from the staircase and looked down, "Why did you kill him?"

Ou Youning coughed lightly, "Boss, that's my fault. Just now, I remembered how this guy refused Liang Qifa's plea for help and landed you in danger. I couldn't control my emotions for a moment."

Ren Zhong acknowledged with a hmm, "He deserved it, but the man was a Fourth Level Citizen. I can't easily explain this to the Association. So, I'll dock three months of your salary. After the cleanup, you'll be confined for three days. Don't let it happen again. It's also a good thing that the Association has already implemented the Autonomy Act, so the town is no longer a safe zone. Otherwise, killing a Citizen here would be a big problem, and I wouldn't be able to protect your life." 𝕗𝕣𝐞𝐞𝘄𝐞𝚋𝚗𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹.𝚌𝕠𝚖

Ou Youning: "Understood, boss!"

"Also, no further harm must come to the others in the Town Government Tower, especially the Mayor's family. You must assure me of their safety. Including the prisoners outside, any form of rape or insult towards captives, regardless of gender, is strictly prohibited. Understood?"

"Understood!"

Three minutes later, Ren Zhong used the Town Government Tower's broadcasting system, connecting to both their own and the just-hacked enemy communication channels, to make a speech to the outside.

"I am Ren Zhong, listen up, everyone. Within thirty seconds, all invaders must immediately lay down their weapons, or I will pursue accountability to the fullest extent."

After saying this, the few remaining fanatical and previously irrational Seven Towns Alliance Army cannon fodder also quickly calmed down.

With their command system hacked and invaded, what was the point of further struggle?

One by one, the cannon fodder of the Seven Towns Alliance Army put down their weapons, removed their War Armor, and raised their hands.

The warriors of Chromium Carbon Town also began to suppress their anger, collecting weapons and tying up the prisoners.

Finally, it gradually quieted down.

In the vast town, apart from the crackle of small fires and the rumble of buildings collapsing from the fire, no other sounds could be heard.

Outside the town, Starfire Type I Armed Vehicles dispersed, hovering in the air, using their night vision systems to search for any rebels hiding out.

The massive Mammoth War Vehicles rolled slowly over the soft, charred ground, entering the center of the enemy formation, automatic target-seeking cannons protruding from four positions on the vehicles, imposing an enormous sense of oppression on the captives.

Another five minutes passed, and the intense firefight finally completely subsided.

"The enemy on the western city side has surrendered, no resistance."

"The enemy at the southern gate breach area has surrendered."

"The enemy at the garbage dump outside the city has surrendered..."

...

Ren Zhong received reports from all the firing lines on his side.

With each report received, the colored blocks on the battlefield projection map before him also began to gradually change.

When all the color blocks turned green, he let out a long breath, then said, "Very well, your cooperation has saved your lives and those of your families."

"Additionally, I want to tell my warriors. You have performed exceptionally well."

"Faced with unexpected invaders, you united as one, resisting unyieldingly, displaying the spirit of the Starfire Army. You have proven with your actions that the desert people under my command are different from ordinary desert people. You possess an iron will, are no longer selfish, and are willing to sacrifice and fight for others. You also have strict discipline and execution."

"It's my fortune to have your loyalty. I will not let you down."

"I want to tell you why I am sparing these invaders."

"First, most of the desert people from the Seven Towns appearing here are unwilling. They have remote-controlled explosives planted in them, their families are held hostage, and they have no choice. They are the pitiable people enslaved by the enterprises in the Seven Towns, with no ability to make decisions, mere tools, just like the knives in our hands."

"So, before they put down their weapons, we should let them feel the cold cruelty of autumn winds, showing no mercy. Including myself, in two days, I have directly or indirectly slaughtered nearly five thousand desert people from the Seven Towns. However, the moment they lay down their weapons, it signifies that they are no longer enemies."

"You must remember, our real enemies are not these human-form 'knives,' but the masterminds behind them, forcing them to attack us."

"Of course, I have completely wiped out the command post behind this ragtag army, sparing none. The chief culprits must die. Our revenge is already initially taken, and next, let us rest for a while. At the latest, within three days, I will personally lead the army to launch a full attack on the other Seven Towns!"

"No one can provoke me and escape unscathed!"