168: Waiting for orders

Shi Lao and Baldy exchanged glances, suppressing their laughter, and replied in unison, "Understood."

Big Brother Zi scratched his head, looking wronged, "I didn't do anything bad..."

Seeing this, Xu Ning couldn't help but chuckle a few times. He then placed the fruit basket he was holding on the bedside table and said to everyone, "The three of you keep Xie Biao company. I need to go back to the factory to check on things. I haven't been there for a few days, and I don't know how things are going."

Xie Biao quickly waved his hand, "You don't need to trouble them to accompany me. Let them follow you instead. I don't have much to talk about with them. I'd rather learn a few more russian phrases from those foreign girls."

"Really?" The three of them exclaimed in unison, staring at Xie Biao in surprise.

Xie Biao glared back, "What are you looking at? Can't I learn foreign languages and make friends? Hurry up and protect the Boss's safety. What are you standing around for?"

"Yes."

The three of them stood at attention, saluted, and responded in perfect unison.

Xu Ning chuckled lightly a few times and joked, "That's just like you, Xie Biao."

With that, Xu Ning led the three of them out of the ward. As they left, the room fell silent once more, leaving only Xie Biao alone.

His figure seemed to lose all support at once, collapsing weakly onto the bed. After a long while, he let out a silent sigh, his entire back view filled with loneliness.

As soon as Xu Ning stepped into the factory office, before he could even settle down, Zhao Zhide rushed in like a gust of wind.

The door was pushed open abruptly, accompanied by a sense of urgency. Zhao Zhide's face was beaming with uncontrollable excitement.

"Mr. Xu, you're finally back."

Zhao Zhide was still catching his breath, but his gaze was fixed on Xu Ning.

Xu Ning nodded slightly, then asked, "Has a lady come looking for me recently?"

Zhao Zhide's mood, which had been ready to share a string of good news, suddenly cooled down. He was stunned for a moment before slowly saying, "It doesn't seem so. Should I go and inquire?"

Xu Ning's eyes dimmed slightly. He waved his hand and said, "No need to trouble yourself. Do you need me for something?"

Suddenly enlightened, Zhao Zhide immediately regained his spirits and began to report on recent matters.

"Kakanov came to deliver money again. According to your instructions, we have already delivered two computers to him. This time his vehicle is even more luxurious than last time, so it seems he's making a fortune."

"Also, the guard team you instructed to form is also ready. Although they are slightly inferior to the elite led by Captain Xie Biao, they are all tough men who have been carefully selected. After the main team members return, I will have them undergo further training."

After hearing this, Xu Ning nodded with satisfaction, "Well done, you've worked hard."

Zhao Zhide smiled, flattered, "This is all thanks to your wise leadership. In addition, regarding the 'Poor Oddity II' project that is under secret development, three prototype vehicles have been assembled so far. With the addition of personnel, the progress is expected to accelerate."

However, Xu Ning's thoughts seemed to have drifted elsewhere, and he wasn't fully immersed in these good tidings.

Sensing this, Zhao Zhide decided to end the conversation as quickly as possible so that the Boss could rest for a moment.

"Oh, right."

Zhao Zhide added, "Mr. Kadeyafu is not here today, but he specifically instructed me to tell you that Harvey has returned to the country early, and we are currently sending people to monitor him closely."

As soon as he finished speaking, Xu Ning suddenly stood up, his eyes bright, and he slammed his hands heavily on the desk, making a loud sound.

"What did you say? Say it again."

Startled by the sudden reaction, Zhao Zhide quickly explained, "It's... it's Mr. Kadeyafu who asked me to tell you that Mr. Harvey has returned early..."

Xu Ning's worry instantly turned into joy, and his excitement was evident, "That's great! Did you just say we have three 'Poor Oddity II' now?"

Zhao Zhide nodded slightly, feeling uneasy, afraid that he might accidentally anger Xu Ning with a single word.

Xu Ning's tone was firm, "Good. Go and call Big Brother and the others to assemble. Tell them I have an important mission waiting for them."

"Yes."

Although Zhao Zhide was still full of confusion, upon receiving the order, he immediately understood the direction of action.

As soon as he finished speaking, he had already turned and rushed out of the office, leaving Xu Ning alone.

It was afternoon, and the sunlight streamed through the window onto Xu Ning's face, as if dispelling the gloom in his heart.

Before long, Big Brother, Teacher, and Baldy stood before Xu Ning, looking particularly upright.

Xu Ning asked, "Did Zhide tell you the purpose of me asking you to come beforehand?"

The three of them exchanged glances, full of confusion.

Big Brother scratched his head and said, "Boss, just tell us directly. Sometimes our minds are a bit slow."

A slight smile appeared on Xu Ning's lips, "Since that's the case, I'll be direct. That guy Harvey is back."

As soon as these words were spoken, the originally relaxed atmosphere instantly froze. The expressions of the three of them changed abruptly, and a chilling cold permeated the air.

Seeing this, Xu Ning nodded with satisfaction and continued, "I have already arranged for Zhide to secretly build a Poor Oddity Tank. Now, your mission is to drive it with Lingxi to Kadeyafu and find an opportunity to deliver a fatal blow to the opponent."

"Did you hear clearly?"

Xu Ning's sharp gaze swept over everyone.

The three of them answered in unison, "Yes, we guarantee to complete the mission."

"Also, don't forget to bring the armband when you pass by the hospital."

Xu Ning added, "I believe he must be eager to personally avenge San Pao. Remember to take good care of him."

Hearing this, the eyes of the three of them couldn't help but well up with tears, "Boss..."

"Alright."

Xu Ning patted Big Brother heavily on the shoulder, "Let's not say anything unnecessary. I won't be going with you this time. But please be sure to bring back Harvey's body as proof."

"We guarantee to complete the mission."

The three of them responded in unison.

Soon, under the leadership of Zhao Zhide, Big Brother and the other two left the factory and embarked on a new journey.

On a desolate battlefield, the Poor Oddity · II Tank was like a sleeping beast, quietly waiting for orders.

Zhao Zhide, this resourceful and courageous commander, carefully selected three new members to join Teacher and Baldy's team, forming an invincible five-person squad. Their tacit understanding was like an unfinished battle song, waiting for the right time to resonate throughout the sky.

And as this elite force set off, Big Brother drove Lingxi, clearing the way for them ahead.

Zhao Zhide already knew the exact location of Kadeyafu and had clearly conveyed the route to every team member.

At this moment, Xu Ning was standing by the window, his gaze piercing through layers of mist, staring at the figures gradually disappearing from sight in the distance, as if his thoughts were also drifting towards the unknown distance.

Just as Xu Ning was immersed in his own world, a light knock broke the silence.

"Come in."

He responded, turning to face Zhao Zhide, who had entered the room again, "Is there something?"

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