The contestant is too old, sister Zhou is crazy

Chapter 628 Evacuation
"We must take her away from here immediately, those people may come here soon." Li Zixue said decisively.

They quickly made a plan, using the surrounding environment to create an illusion, and took Lily with them, retreating along a hidden path. In the snow, the four of them moved forward with difficulty, but the fire of justice in their hearts burned more and more fiercely.

"You are really the bravest people I have ever met." Lily said gratefully with the support of Eunjung.

"Everyone needs help sometimes. We are just doing what we should do." Xu Mo responded with a smile, a firm light in his eyes.

As night fell, the snow finally stopped and the stars dotted the sky, guiding them in the right direction. When they saw the lights of the town from afar, they felt an indescribable sense of accomplishment and peace of mind.

"I'm finally going home." Li Zixue sighed softly, a tired but satisfied smile on her face.

"Yes, but I think this trip gives us much more than just a way home," Eun Jung said with emotion.

After confirming that Lily was still able to walk, the three decided to return to the town immediately. They took turns carrying Lily, holding each other's hands tightly, fearing that they would be separated again in the vast snow. Although the night was dark, the fire of hope burned in everyone's heart, which was the desire to return home safely and the persistence of justice.

"Hold on, Lily, we'll soon see the lights, which are the symbol of warmth and safety." Eun Jung encouraged from the front. Her voice was firm and gentle, like the sunshine in winter, giving everyone endless courage.

"Do you... really believe that I can be rescued?" Lily's voice was trembling a little, but it was more of an unbelievable emotion.

"Of course," Li Zixue interrupted, her smile was particularly warm in the dark night, "The three of us have been through so much together, so there will be no problem this time."

In this way, the four people stumbled forward in the cold night with their tenacious will and trust in each other. Although the wind and snow had stopped, the cold was still there, and every breath turned into white mist. However, when the faint lights of the town in the distance gradually became clear, the warmth from the heart instantly dispelled all the cold and fatigue.

When they approached the edge of the town, they met a search and rescue team on patrol. Seeing Eunjeong and the others returning with Lily, the leader of the search and rescue team was stunned at first, and then indescribably surprised: "You! We have been looking for you! Especially Lily's family, they are almost desperate!"

"We are also lucky," Xu Mo briefly introduced their experience after encountering the avalanche and how they rescued Lily in the snow and wind. His words were humble but full of power.

Lily's family was notified and rushed over. The reunion was filled with tears and hugs. Lily's father held Eunjung and her family's hands, expressing his gratitude: "Thank you. My child's safe return is all thanks to you. You are real heroes."

"We just did what anyone would do in that situation," Eunjeong patted Lily's shoulder gently, "The important thing is that Lily is safe now. This is the best outcome."

"But you not only saved Lily," Lily's mother wiped the tears from her eyes, her voice trembling slightly, "you also gave us hope and made us believe that there is still light in the world."

At the moment of parting, Lily hugged everyone tightly and said softly: "I will remember you, remember this warmth and courage. One day, I will become someone like you."

As the night deepened, the three finally set out on the last leg of their journey home. On the way, they walked in silence, but their hearts were filled with complex emotions. This sudden adventure not only tested their survival skills, but also deepened their understanding of justice, bravery, and the bond between companions.

"What's the first thing you want to do when you get home?" Li Zixue broke the silence with a gentle smile on her lips.

Xu Mo thought about it and answered seriously: "First, report safety to my family, and then have a good sleep."

Eunjeong chuckled, her eyes twinkling with stars: "I want to take a hot bath, I feel like all the fatigue of these days can melt away."

"And I," Li Zixue winked and said playfully, "will have a sumptuous hot pot to celebrate our safety."

Just as the three of them were immersed in the warm atmosphere of returning home, the radio communicator suddenly sounded, and the harsh signal broke the tranquility of the night. Xu Mo quickly answered the call, and an anxious voice came from the other end: "Emergency, Lily's kidnappers may have discovered her disappearance. According to intelligence, they are heading towards the town and are expected to arrive within an hour! You must take action immediately to protect Lily and your own safety!"

"Got it, we'll take action right away." Xu Mo replied calmly, with a look of determination in his eyes. They realized that the danger did not go away with the dissipation of the wind and snow, but was following them like a shadow, pressing forward step by step.

"What should we do? If they really come, we won't have time to get back to town." Li Zixue looked around worriedly. The outline of the town became blurred in the dark, as if foreshadowing an impending crisis.

Eunjeong thought quickly, her eyes determined. "There is an old warehouse outside the town. It is hidden and sturdy. We can take refuge there temporarily while contacting reinforcements. We must be prepared before the kidnappers arrive."

Without any extra words, the three of them immediately took action and quickly moved towards the warehouse with Lily. Although the wind had stopped, the cold at night still made people's teeth chatter. Every step was on thin ice, and the tension condensed in the air.

After arriving at the warehouse, they quickly emptied the interior and began to deploy defenses using all the resources at hand. Xu Mo used his rich practical experience to guide everyone, set traps, and arrange observation posts, while Li Zixue and Eunjing were responsible for taking care of Lily and ensuring that she was in the safest position.

As time went by, the darkness outside seemed to grow heavier, and every tiny sound made people's heart beat faster. At this moment, the sound of vehicles driving was faintly heard outside the warehouse, followed by hurried footsteps. The kidnappers really came.

"They are coming." Xu Mo said in a low voice, holding the security equipment tightly in his hand, his eyes fixed on the only entrance.

"Are we ready?" Li Zixue asked nervously. She leaned close to Lily, using her body to block in front of her to give her maximum protection.

"Remember, stay calm and follow the plan." Eun Jung emphasized again, her eyes full of unquestionable determination.

Just as the kidnappers were about to break in, the lights in the warehouse suddenly went out. In the darkness, only Eun-jung's calm voice came through the loudspeaker: "We know you are outside. Lay down your weapons and release the hostages. This is your only way out."

In the darkness, the kidnappers became hesitant. Inside the warehouse, Xu Mo, Eun Jung and Li Zixue, relying on their prior arrangements, moved around in the dark like ghosts, eliminating the enemies who attempted to break through the defense line one by one.

"We will not give up on Lily." A familiar voice sounded in the darkness. It was the leader of the kidnappers, and his tone revealed unwillingness and anger.

"Then give it a try and see whether your determination is stronger or our justice is more powerful." Xu Mo responded tit for tat. The tactical flashlight in his hand suddenly lit up, illuminating his face, a resolute face that could not be violated.

Just as the confrontation between the two sides reached its climax, sirens were heard outside and rescue finally arrived. Faced with the strong pressure from the police, the kidnappers' resistance quickly collapsed and they were eventually subdued one by one.

The crisis was resolved, the warehouse door was reopened, the moonlight shone into the battlefield, and everything returned to peace. Lily was rescued safely, she hugged Eunjeong tightly, tears mixed with joy and gratitude for surviving the disaster: "Thank you, thank you so much."

"It's all over, Lily." Xu Mo patted her back, his tone filled with comfort and relief.

"Yes, next, it will be our quiet time." Li Zixue smiled, her eyes sparkling with infinite longing for the future.

Just as the three were about to lead Lily out of the warehouse and into the free air, a message came over the radio again: "Attention all team members, the mission was completed excellently. Please remain vigilant on the way back."

"Go home." Eun Jung said softly. These three words seemed to have magic power, instantly lighting up everyone's eyes, bringing warmth and hope.

"Wait," Lily suddenly said, her face pale but with a strange light in her eyes, "Before I leave, I have to tell you something."

"What's the matter, Lily?" Li Zixue asked with concern, gently patting the back of her hand to comfort her.

Lily took a deep breath and seemed to muster up her courage. "During my days in captivity, I overheard some conversations between the kidnappers. They are not just involved in human trafficking. They are also involved in a larger criminal network, including drug smuggling and illegal arms trade."

Xu Mo and Eun Jung exchanged a serious look. It was obvious that this information was beyond their expectations. "Are you sure? Can you tell us more details?" Xu Mo asked in a low and serious voice.

Lily nodded: "They mentioned a code name, 'Black Feather', saying that he was the mastermind behind the entire organization. They also said that a large-scale arms deal would be carried out soon, and the location... was..." She hesitated, as if she was recalling the exact details.

"Don't be in a hurry, take your time." Eun Jung encouraged her gently, while holding her hand tightly to give her strength.

"The location is... a place called 'The Valley', but I don't know exactly where. They are very cautious, and every conversation is just fragmented information." Lily tried her best to recall every detail.

"Yougu...we will find out everything." Xu Mo said firmly, "Lily, the information you provided is very important. It may help us expose and destroy the entire criminal network."

Li Zixue clapped her hands and said, "It seems that our adventure is not over yet. Although the road to justice is long, we will not stop."

"Yes," Eunjung replied, her eyes burning with fighting spirit, "As long as there are still people struggling in the darkness, we can't stand aside. This time, we must thoroughly uncover the mystery of 'Black Feather'."

"I...I want to help too." Lily said suddenly, with determination in her eyes. "I know I'm weak, but I can provide everything I know so that others won't suffer the pain I did."

The three of them smiled at each other. At this moment, their hearts were closely connected, and they jointly undertook a more difficult task. Under the moonlight, the figures of the four people were elongated, as if they were fearless warriors, ready to meet new challenges.

"Then let's go home, but not to rest, but to prepare for the next battle." Xu Mo's words revealed his unshakable determination.

"Yes, home is our starting point and our most solid backing." Li Zixue nodded in agreement, her tone full of warmth and strength.

"And we will bring the warmth of home to illuminate those corners shrouded in darkness." Eun Jung added, her eyes firm and gentle, as if declaring that no matter how bumpy the road ahead is, they will walk hand in hand.

"Together, let's head towards 'The Valley' and uncover the truth about 'Black Feather'." Xu Mo's words heralded the beginning of a new journey.

The dispatcher's voice came over the radio again, seemingly expressing support for the new operation they were about to launch: "All team members, prepare to meet new challenges. Justice needs you, and we are your strong backing."

"Got it, we're ready." Eun Jung responded, her voice firm, as if declaring war on an unknown challenge.

As the rustling sound of the radio returned to silence, the four of them also started their journey towards home, but their moods were completely different. Lily's joining not only meant the addition of a member to the team, but also represented a deep resonance and firm support for the cause of justice.

On the road, when passers-by saw them, some looked at them with curiosity, while others were shocked by their unspoken determination and tacit understanding.

"Look at those young people, there seems to be fire in their eyes." An old couple whispered, full of approval.

"Yes, if all young people are so ambitious, our town will be blessed." The old partner responded with a hint of envy in his eyes.

Such conversations took place quietly in every corner they passed by. People were touched by these seemingly ordinary yet extraordinary young people, although they did not know how dangerous the journey these young people were about to embark on would be.

After returning home and taking a brief rest, they gathered together and began detailed discussions and planning based on the information provided by Lily.

"'Black Feather'... Valley... Where should we start the investigation?" Li Zixue frowned and thought. This question directly pointed to the starting point of the action.

"First, we need to collect as much information about 'The Valley' as possible," Xu Mo said after thinking for a moment, "I have some informants who may be able to help. Although we don't deal with each other much in normal times, at critical moments, these gray area sources of information can often provide unexpected clues."

Eunjung nodded in agreement and added, "At the same time, Lily, any details you can remember are crucial. Even the most insignificant things may be the key to uncovering the mystery."

Lily nodded heavily, with determination and uneasiness in her eyes, but more of it was trust in the team: "I will try my best to remember, even if it's just a little bit of help."

"Okay, then we will split up." Xu Mo proposed a battle plan. "I will be responsible for contacting the informant, and Eunjeong and Lily will sort out the known information and try to find the possible geographical location of the 'Valley'. Li Zixue, you go and investigate whether there have been any unusual activities or transactions recently, especially those involving illegal items."

"I understand. Leave it to me." Li Zixue agreed readily, her eyes flashing with excitement and anticipation before taking action.

Just as they were about to go their separate ways, Eun Jung suddenly stopped, looked at the bright moon outside the window, and said softly: "No matter what the road ahead is, remember our original intention - to bring light to those in darkness."

This sentence seemed like a shot of adrenaline, calming everyone's slightly nervous mood and replacing it with infinite longing for the future and the belief that they will win.

"Yes," Lily's eyes were filled with tears, but her smile was extremely bright, "For light, for justice, we are together."

"Let's go," Xu Mo stood up, his back looking particularly determined, "Every step is a step towards the light."

Li Zixue and Eunjeong stood up one after another. The three of them looked at each other. No more words were needed. The determination and trust in each other's eyes said it all. Lily followed behind them. Although she was still a little immature, her determination was no less than anyone else.

It was already dark, and the lights in the town were gradually fading. They walked on the quiet streets, but their hearts were filled with emotion. Passersby occasionally cast glances at them, some with curiosity, others with admiration.

"Look at those guys. They look like they are going to do something big." A security guard on night watch whispered to his colleague beside him, unable to hide the envy in his tone.

"Well, that momentum is not simple. I hope they can succeed." Another person responded, following their backs until they disappeared around the corner.

At the same time, in a corner of the town, in an inconspicuous cafe, several regulars were whispering.

"Have you heard? Things in this town seem to be a bit uneasy lately, and it seems like something big is going to happen." A young man in a jacket lowered his voice, his eyes flashing with a desire to explore the mystery.

"I've heard about it too. It seems to be about fighting crime." The girl opposite took a sip of coffee, her face full of curiosity.

"I really hope those brave people can succeed. These days, there are not many people who can stand up and fight against the darkness." A middle-aged man joined the conversation, his tone full of emotion and expectation.

Unbeknownst to them, Xu Mo, Eun Jung, Li Zixue and Lily have already started to get busy. Everyone is preparing for the upcoming war, collecting information, making plans, allocating resources... Every link is crucial, and they dare not relax at all.

"We found some clues." Xu Mo's voice was particularly clear in the late-night call. "According to the information provided by the informant, 'The Valley' may be hidden near an abandoned mining town. The terrain there is complex and very suitable for hiding illegal activities."

"A mining town?" Eunjung repeated, frowning. "The terrain there is a challenge for us, but it can also be an opportunity for us. The complex terrain allows us to approach covertly."

"I've also made some gains here," Li Zixue's voice was filled with a hint of excitement that was barely perceptible. "There have indeed been several suspicious capital flows recently, and both the source and destination are related to that mining town. It seems that we have found the right place."

"Then let's make a preliminary action plan now." Xu Mo quickly organized his thoughts and began to assign tasks. "Enjing and I will go to the mining town for field reconnaissance tomorrow. Lily, you stay in the safe house and continue to organize information. If there is any new situation, notify us immediately. Li Zixue, you will be responsible for logistics and support to ensure that we can evacuate quickly in case of any emergency."

"Okay, everyone be careful." Although Lily was reluctant, she knew that everyone had their own responsibilities at the moment, and all she had to do was to be their solid backing.

The plan was finalized, and they prepared themselves. The night fell silent again, leaving only the expectation and tension for the unknown challenge. In their hearts, the flame of fighting for justice burned brighter and brighter, illuminating the road ahead and igniting the light of hope in the hearts of countless people.

The next day, when the first ray of sunlight penetrated the clouds and shone on the town, they had already set out on their journey. In addition to surprise and envy, passers-by looked at them with a bit more respect. They may not know what these young people are about to face, but they believe that it is with such a group of brave people who dare to challenge the darkness that the world becomes a better place.

"They will succeed. You can tell from the look in their eyes." A mother who was sending her child to school said to her child, her eyes sparkling with infinite hope for the future.

"Yes, Mom, when I grow up I want to be a hero like them." The child looked up with admiration on his face.

"Good children, chase your dreams. The world will be wonderful because of you." The mother smiled, her eyes full of tenderness and encouragement.

As the sun gradually rose higher, the pace of life in the town also accelerated, but the passion and enthusiasm ignited by a few young people was quietly transmitted. In the cafe, the young people who had discussed last night gathered again today, and their expressions were a little more excited.

"Have you heard? Someone saw those heroes entering the library last night. It was said that they were looking up information." The young man in the jacket was beaming with joy, and it was obvious that he was very concerned about this.

"Library?" The girl raised her eyebrows, her eyes sparkling. "If they are really there, they must have found some key clues."

"No matter what, all we can do is cheer them on." The middle-aged man raised the coffee cup in his hand. The other people smiled knowingly and responded one after another. The cups clinked gently, conveying a silent support and blessing.

At the abandoned mine on the edge of the mining town, Xu Mo and Eun Jung are using drones to conduct reconnaissance, and the complex terrain is gradually revealed on the screen. Eun Jung stares at the screen, her fingers jumping on the keyboard, trying to find any possible hiding places in the abandoned buildings.

"Here, the abandoned mine entrance, looks suspicious," Eun Jung said, pointing to a heavily shadowed area, her tone affirmative.

(End of this chapter)