Chapter 1840: Both Individuals Are Trapped

Chapter 1840: Both Individuals Are Trapped

On the other side, Felix, in order to rescue Vicki as soon as possible,

discussed a detailed plan with Mr. Ball.

They were concerned that Cloud might move their base and that

Athena might join forces with Cloud, making it even more difficult to

rescue Vicki. Felix set the plan in motion for tonight at midnight.

To avoid alerting anyone prematurely, the total number of people

involved in the operation was limited to eight. Apart from Felix and Mr.

Ball, there were six elite individuals, each with exceptional skills,

comparable to top special forces. According to the blueprints, they had

concealed themselves in the vicinity of the semi-basement in advance.

The night was silent, except for the occasional chirping of insects,

engulfing the surroundings in stillness.

Although it was a semi-basement, there was no trace of light inside.

Waiting anxiously, Felix couldn't help but feel impatient. "Are you sure

Vicki is here? Nothing around here seems quite right. Most importantly,

there are no lights, it doesn't look like someone is living here.”

Mr. Ball explained, "Mr. Saunders, don't worry. I've had people

investigate for a long time and confirmed that it is indeed inhabitable.

It's just that the place is well-hidden, so it's hard to notice. You're right,

it does appear to lack lights. However, there's a special film that, when

applied, makes it impossible to see inside even if the lights are on.

Sometimes, even my own hideouts use this method."

Felix nodded, "Alright, I understand.”

At that moment, a figure in black suddenly emerged from the semi-

basement, followed closely by another. The two individuals cautiously

made their way out, looking left and right to ensure no one was around

before entering the alley. They were carrying bags, obviously intending

to dispose of something.

Felix quickly hid behind a wall to avoid exposing himself. Mr. Ball even

pulled him further into the alley.

At the same time, Felix made a "shh" gesture, signaling the others not

to move.

This was a rare opportunity. Someone came out, and soon someone

else would go in, making it less likely to attract attention.

Felix carefully observed the two individuals in black. They were fully

armed, even wearing black head coverings, only revealing their eyes. It

was impossible to know who was beneath the masks.

He nudged Mr. Ball and whispered in his ear, "I have an idea. Let's

follow these two individuals in black. Once we've knocked them out and

tied them up, we can disguise ourselves as them and infiltrate."

Mr. Ball was somewhat surprised, “Isn't that too dangerous? What if we

get trapped by the people inside? The ones outside won't be able to

rescue us. Both of us would be compromised.”

Felix tapped Mr. Ball's head, "Are you afraid of death?"

Mr. Ball's eyes widened, "I'm not afraid of death. I'm just stating the

facts. Right now, everyone is relying on the two of us to lead. If both of

us get caught at the same time, what do you think will happen? Or how

about this, I'll go in with someone else while you stay outside. Isn't that

better? It's not like I'm afraid of death."

Felix pondered for a moment and thought Mr. Ball had a point.

"Alright, let's bring Wu Hao, who is the most skilled among the people

we brought. You stay outside. If there's any trouble, I'll send you a

signal through Bluetooth. But if I don't send a signal within half an hour,

you bring the others in. How about that?" Felix suggested.

Mr. Ball shook his head, "No, it should be me going in. Mr. Saunders, if

you get caught, things will escalate. Your sister-in-law is not here, and

neither are you. The whole Saunders family will be in chaos. As for me,

it won't matter if they capture me. I'll find a way to escape on my own."

Felix frowned, "I've already made up my mind. Don't argue anymore. If

you waste more time, those two will leave. I must see Vicki as soon as

possible; otherwise, I won't be at ease."

"Alright, alright. I can't persuade you." Mr. Ball had no choice but to

agree.

As they spoke, the two of them had quietly approached behind the

individuals in black.

The two individuals in black were beside a secluded trash bin,

disposing of the garbage they had brought out from inside. Their goal

was to eliminate any evidence of their presence in the basement.

They whispered to each other.

"What's the relationship between that woman and the boss? It seems

like the boss treats her very well."

"More than just well, it's unbelievable. You don't know, that day I saw

her almost kill theboss. She held a pen to his jugular vein, with a

professional posture and technique. That move could have been fatal.

But the boss didn't even flinch.”

"So why does the boss keep her? And why does he provide her with

good food and drink every day? It's risky. I heard there are many

people looking for her outside. Having her with us could expose us at

any moment.”

"Obviously, the boss likes that woman. We better not meddle in matters

above us. Let's focus on our own tasks. Otherwise, if we anger those

above us, we're as good as dead.”

“Yeah, who can argue with that?"

The two of them chatted quietly, unaware of the danger closing in

behind them.

Suddenly, Mr. Ball and Felix swiftly took action. With two consecutive

thuds, the two individuals in black rolled their eyes, unable to utter a

sound before falling heavily to the ground, unconscious.

Mr. Ball and Felix exchanged glances.

At that moment, Wu Hao caught up with them.

Mr. Ball skillfully removed the clothes from the two individuals, then

covered their mouths with duct tape and tied their hands and feet

together, rendering them immobile. They dragged the two individuals

deep into the alley, hiding them away.

Meanwhile, Felix and Wu Hao quickly changed into the clothes of the

individuals in black.

After the change, only their eyes were visible, making it impossible to

discern their identities.

They nodded at each other, silently communicating.

Mr. Ball approached them, lowering his voice, "The woman they

mentioned earlier is likely your sister-in-law. So my judgment was

correct. She is indeed here. Tonight, no matter what, we must rescue

her."

Wu Hao solemnly nodded.

When the two individuals in black mentioned Vicki earlier, Felix felt

slightly relieved. At least Vicki wasn't in immediate danger. Moreover,

he heard them mention Vicki's actions against Cloud, which indicated

that she didn't deceive him as ruthlessly as she claimed. He firmly

believed that they had feelings for each other.

Just as Felix and Wu Hao were about to turn and leave.

Mr. Ball suddenly grabbed their arms.

"What now? Do you have something else to say?" Felix furrowed his

brow. Time was running out, and Mr. Ball kept delaying.

"I just remembered something. The signal in this semi-basement will be

blocked. What if you two go in later and can't contact me? What should

we do?" Mr. Ball expressed his concern.