Chapter 2017
Chapter 2017: Nothing Ventured, Nothing Gained (4)
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While narrating the story, Flossie Wright couldn’t help but notice Belinda Nichols’ reaction.
She expected at least some reaction, but surprisingly, from beginning to end, there was not even the slightest movement in her eyebrows.
Finally, Belinda responded coldly with an "Oh," which was her reply to Flossie’s story.
Flossie shook her head helplessly.
As expected of Belinda.
Shrugging her shoulders, Flossie said, "Let’s go."
"Hmm," Belinda replied.
With that, Flossie ended all topics and left the room with Belinda.
At this time, Sandy Cruz and Rowdy Brightwill had already changed clothes and were waiting for them at the doorway.
"Ready to go?"
Seeing the two of them, Rowdy Brightwill asked with a grin.
Walking over, Flossie’s brows slightly lifted as she nodded gently.
The four of them exchanged glances.
Then, they walked towards the door.
Flossie got two motorcycles ready.
One was hers, brought back by Daisy Deacon, and the other was procured by Glenn Hutchinson.
Flossie and Belinda rode together, with Flossie driving, while Rowdy Brightwill and Sandy Cruz rode together with Rowdy driving.
This time they didn’t go directly to the destination, but detoured to the Anonymous Campsite to meet with the Ice team.
The group of four arrived at two in the afternoon.
From a distance, they could hear two people calling outside the gate.
𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶
Instantly, the three’s attention was focused on Flossie Wright.
Flossie pretended not to notice those gazes, shrugged, and led them into the campsite gate.
Whether she brought along her team or not, nobody dared to stop her easily in Anonymous operations, and there were even many who hadn’t seen her for a long time, greeting her with much enthusiasm.
The three behind her soon realized that no matter where Flossie went, the extent of her welcome was more than they had imagined.
"R! You’re here!" At the garage area, Sebastian waved from a distance with a bright smile on his face.
As Flossie walked over, she surveyed the situation.
There were two armored vehicles, not many people, at most about twenty, each fully armed, with enough guns and ammunition to make it seem like they were going to war.
"Where’s Ice?"
Reaching Sebastian, Flossie raised an eyebrow and asked.
"He’s assigning the mission," Sebastian said, rubbing his hands. It had been a long time since he’d seen Flossie, and he couldn’t help but feel a bit nervous. Then he lifted his eyes and noticed a figure approaching and quickly said to Flossie, "Look, he’s coming."
Following Sebastian’s direction, Flossie saw Ice coming directly towards her.
However, originally headed towards Flossie, Ice paused midway upon seeing Belinda, eyes narrowing, keeping his gaze on Belinda significantly longer.
Only when he got closer did Ice finally shift his gaze.
"You, come here."
With a cool glance at Flossie, Ice spoke up directly without any wasted words and started walking to the side.
Raising her eyebrows, Flossie instructed Sebastian, "Take care of them for me."
"Leave it to me!" Sebastian nodded with a smile.
Flossie then followed after Ice.
As for Rowdy Brightwill, Belinda Nichols, and Sandy Cruz, they had no idea what was being said in the local language. They didn’t get any information until Sebastian approached them, rattling off a lot of words, none of which they understood.
Eventually, Sandy Cruz realized, started communicating with Sebastian in English, and thus a successful "information exchange" took place.
Sebastian realized his mistake and chuckled a few times sheepishly, but his enthusiasm remained undiminished.
On the other side.
Flossie Wright and Ice hadn’t gone very far when they stopped.
"Why did you bring her along?" Ice asked, frowning.
"She’s my soldier," Flossie replied calmly.
Flossie didn’t care what the relationship between Ice and Belinda was; now she was under her command. She believed the mission was better executed by Belinda, so she couldn’t let other reasons stop her from using the "right person."
They are soldiers, always meant to carry out tasks.
Ice was worried for Belinda, not wanting her to be in danger. However, this path was ultimately Belinda’s choice, and no matter what she might face, Ice believed Belinda was mentally prepared.
"Your soldier?" Ice paused, frowning again.
"Yes," Flossie answered nonchalantly.
"If possible, I hope she retires."
"I will convey your thoughts to her," Flossie spoke solemnly, "but I hope you two can talk face to face."
"I’ll consider it," Ice said sternly.
"Alright," Flossie nodded slightly.
Ice glanced at her, "We’re leaving immediately."
Flossie nodded frankly.
What they needed to know, they knew, and what needed to be planned, they had arranged; all the variables were things they couldn’t predict, so even if they planned in advance, it was useless, and they could only adapt to circumstances when the time came.
After getting in the vehicle, Flossie only gave Rowdy Brightwill and the others one command—
Pay attention to safety.
This was the first time Flossie led them into action.
The danger level was low, but that didn’t mean there was no danger.
It was not a mandatory order from above, so between the mission and comrades, Flossie unhesitatingly chose her comrades!
She began to feel the responsibility of being a Captain.
She was a bit afraid that the people she led out wouldn’t come back alive.
— End of Chapter 2017 —