Chapter 596: Inexplicable
Ling Qingyu's group arrived at their destination. Kilo 7 switched roles with Kilo 1, which had been serving as the logistics department.
The procedure took a while since Kilo 1 operators had spread out to accompany the undercover agents and investigate, separating criminals from innocents.
They also distinguished foreign and domestic victims with the help of prior intelligence.
Of course, Athena participated to facilitate the process. According to Tang Ziyi's plan, everyone would return to Province N via land transport.
Arranging the human statistics became vital for future actions. Kilo 1 operators happily replaced Kilo 7; most girls were beaming with joy.
Their vibrant energy left Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi speechless. For Kilo 1, being ordered to serve as a support element while watching their comrades in battle was disheartening.
Shaking her head, Tang Ziyi watched her subordinates depart again on the technicals. Although Kilo 7 had several rough engagements, they were still disappointed to replace Kilo 1 and had no desire to rest.
On the other hand, undercover agents were elated to see their two missing fellows soon. They gathered around and discussed the situation.
At the same time, they praised their country for being willing to conduct a cross-border rescue operation.
Of course, the presence of female special operators gnawed at their minds, but everyone selectively turned a blind eye.
Whether the operators were men or women, they had been rescued by them. What right did they have to further contemplate the issue?
The drugged undercover female agent was taken away soon under the guise of medical treatment, along with Sophia.
Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu wanted to separate them from the crowd. The little rich girl trotted behind.
Whenever Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu glanced back suspiciously, she would rub the floor with her toes in guilt.
Both ignored the girl and let her follow them. Anyway, they decided to send her back to Province N quickly.
The question was: How would they do that?
"Ziyi, you said these two need to be sent to the hospital ASAP," said Ling Qingyu. The group stayed inside the building far away from the battle.
Even though the muffled sounds of clashes rang out in the distance, she felt very safe here. Besides, the enemy, despite their fierce firepower, had no artillery to threaten them from kilometers away.
"Yes, it's okay for this female agent to wait until the drug's effect dissipates. But I have no idea whether there will be internal damage because of her immune system's resistance to the drug," Tang Ziyi answered, taking a peek at the three women near the two.
Sophia and the female agent lay on top of a cushion, serving as a temporary bed while the wealthy second-generation girl accompanied them, whispering and chatting excitedly.
The two elder women nodded and smiled, not minding the little girl's disturbance. The presence of a young teenager soothed their souls.
"Then we better send them off, especially Sophia," Ling Qingyu said. She and Tang Ziyi chatted in a low voice, barely audible even at such a close distance. Find your next adventure on My Virtual Library Empire
The two of them were extraordinary in every aspect. If they didn't want anyone to hear their conversation, no one could, not even with technological devices.
Those devices might take time to decipher the meaning. By then, the lead would be gone, and the topic would have changed.
"We will airlift them and fly into Province N."
"Airlift?" Ling Qingyu expressed doubt.
"Yeah, remember the new armed helicopter I asked you to store away before we left?"
Ling Qingyu frowned, trying to recall. "Isn't it an attack helicopter? And a new one I've never seen before."
"It's a prototype and hasn't undergone flight tests," Tang Ziyi replied with a shrug.
"What the heck?" Ling Qingyu almost burst out with foul words. This Tang Ziyi dared to fly a prototype without any flight tests?
How dare she? But it was impossible for Tang Ziyi to ignore such a danger.
Moreover, it seemed that the armed helicopter only allowed one pilot to operate it, right?
That was why she remembered it vividly—most armed gunships in the world had at least two pilots, one to fly and one as a gunner.
"Stop worrying. Do you think I don't know what you're thinking?" Tang Ziyi scolded. "I've considered every aspect, and I understand the cons of flying an untested prototype. But Athena has simulated everything."
"But... that's just a simulation, not reality."
"Wrong. Her simulation is more powerful than our flight tests conducted worldwide."
Ling Qingyu stopped talking, realizing that Tang Ziyi had more to say. Indeed, Tang Ziyi explained quickly to persuade Ling Qingyu to release the helicopter gunship.
Otherwise, without Ling Qingyu's trust, the whole idea was pointless. Athena's computations and hardware could replicate a parallel world.
This ensured that the simulation resembled reality much better than contemporary flight tests.
Previously, Athena had the capacity to achieve this, but some parts were lacking. Only after Athena researched Ling Qingyu's bracelet and the storage world inside, which could even house living beings, did Athena—the Goddess of Wisdom and daughter of Ling Qingyu—have a technological breakthrough in both software and hardware.
Even in stormy conditions, with heavy rainfall and dire environments, including the unpredictable Murphy's law, the gunship performed perfectly.
Ling Qingyu had nothing more to say when Athena promised everything. As a mother—well, in front of cute and coquettish Athena, Ling Qingyu didn't complain anymore. She trusted Athena more than Tang Ziyi, who also liked adventure and took risks.
As for how the technology worked and how Athena had her breakthrough, Ling Qingyu didn't ask. Even if she did, she wouldn't understand, which would only embarrass her further.
She had to act like the head of the family. Pretending to be aloof was the most required skill. Unfortunately, who were Tang Ziyi and Athena? Both snickered inwardly and didn't mention a word about the science.
Ling Qingyu's pretense was blown away as soon as she acted. Perhaps realizing the situation, she transferred the topic away. "Then, what are we waiting for? Let's roll out."
Tang Ziyi chuckled and followed behind as Ling Qingyu sped away. She ordered nearby Kilo 7 operators to carry the two women.
Outside, Ling Qingyu looked around and extracted a modified Land Cruiser, whistling like a lewd man fawning over a perfect ten beauty. Who didn't love cars, especially ones built to rock and roll with passion?
She rubbed the camouflage metallic exterior and sighed. This beast was a work of art—bulletproof, with modified rails and front bumpers.
Soon, Tang Ziyi came out, and with the help of a few operators, Sophia and the female agent were put inside.
Ling Qingyu had already adjusted the backseat to make more room for them to lie down. The little girl also followed and got in.
Tang Ziyi shrugged and hopped into the front seat. Ling Qingyu took the driver's position and started the engine. The cranks and vroom during ignition elevated Ling Qingyu's passion.
Switching gears, the vehicle drove away before screeching to a halt. Tang Ziyi asked in confusion, "What are you doing?"
"What else? I'm thinking about the male agent. He's also injured. Though not seriously, it's better for him to get treated," Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes. "And, you, my dear Ziyi, never thought about him, I suppose."
She thought she was bad enough for preferring women over men, but this Tang Ziyi completely forgot about the existence of male creatures. As expected of comrades with similar goals and ideals, the opposite sex was absolutely ignored.
"Why should I do that? Transport him will expose our secrets."
"Hmm, You're right." Ling Qingyu scratched her neck and cleared her throat guiltily. "So, how do we move him? We can't leave him behind from humanitarian perspective."
Tang Ziyi stared at her partner, who seemed to be teasing her. She really had forgotten about the man, but considering his state, even if it wasn't an emergency, it was better for him to return soon.
However, there was a problem: he could observe the helicopter closely, unlike the three women inside the Land Cruiser—the two couldn't move properly, while the third knew nothing about tech.
Who knew who he might report to later? This was why Tang Ziyi never considered the male agent. "Alright, let me handle it."
The Land Cruiser reversed, drawing eyes from around. Tang Ziyi exited and walked toward a group of undercover operatives gathered together.
Without a word, she knocked out the male agent, lifted him by the collar as if his weight was nothing, and tossed him into the trunk before getting back into the passenger seat.
The operators and undercover agents were too stunned to speak.
"Eh... that... Umm, Ma'am." One of the agents wanted to protest, but all they saw was the vehicle driving away.
Everyone glanced at each other in dismay but dared not move, especially with Spirit Fox operators nearby.
Luckily, someone came out and explained, but the reason for knocking out the man remained a mystery. Did treatment require the patient to be unconscious?!
Even if they knew something was off about Tang Ziyi's conduct, they considered it the male agent's bad luck.
Male agent: "Oh, what a lovely and loyal group of friends?"