Bright Sword: Conquer the monk at the beginning and take down Zhou Weiguo

"Wait for him to come." Qin Cang gripped the hilt of the knife tightly, his tone adding a hint of suppressed calmness.

Liu San walked steadily, each step unhurried. The moonlight shone on him, giving him a faint chill. Although he appeared as calm as ever, Qin Cang could sense his subtle aura, as if even the air around him had become more solemn.

"Captain." Liu San approached and briefly greeted Qin Cang. He glanced around, seeming to realize that something was amiss. He didn't seem surprised, as if he had already known they would be here.

"Liu San." Qin Cang's tone was hesitant. Although he was already aware of Liu San's shrewdness and experience, he still felt an inexplicable anxiety in his heart. "Why are you here?"

Liu San glanced at Qin Cang, his eyes expressionless. He didn't answer immediately, but instead turned to look at Xiao Hu, as if trying to glean some information from his gaze. After a moment, he spoke, "I heard you were planning to scout the enemy camp. I have some intelligence I'd like to share with you."

Qin Cang's heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly realized that Liu San had probably already noticed his and Xiao Hu's actions. Moreover, Liu San was able to appear here with such a calm attitude, which clearly showed that he had made preparations and had mastered everything long before they set out.

"Did you know we would come?" Qin Cang frowned, his tone filled with confusion and uneasiness.

Liu San nodded slightly, his expression still calm: "I knew you would come, I just didn't know when. Your plan is not complicated, but it is not difficult to guess."

Qin Cang was silent for a moment. He knew that Liu San couldn't simply rely on intuition to make a judgment. There must be some deeper considerations behind it.

"In that case, we won't hide it anymore." Qin Cang took a deep breath and spoke slowly, "We plan to enter the enemy's defense line through this gap and explore their strengths and weaknesses. What do you think?"

Liu San's eyes narrowed slightly, clearly not entirely convinced of this opening. He was silent for a moment, then slowly spoke, "This opening does offer some opportunity, but it also carries a greater risk. If we act rashly, the enemy will likely notice us, making our subsequent retreat extremely difficult."

Qin Cang's heart suddenly tightened. Liu San's analysis completely aligned with his previous judgment, which was why he had been hesitant. Every decision depended on everyone's life and death, and the enemy's defenses were like an insurmountable chasm. A single misstep could lead to irretrievable destruction.

"So what do you suggest we do?" Xiaohu stood aside, his eyes still filled with a desire for action, as if he had no intention of stopping. Although he was young, at this critical moment he displayed a decisiveness and resolve far beyond his years.

Liu San glanced at Xiao Hu, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. Then, turning to Qin Cang, he whispered, "We can't make decisions based solely on the current situation. The enemy's defenses are far stronger than you imagine, and if we act without adequate preparation, the consequences will be disastrous."

Qin Cang listened to Liu San's analysis, and the pressure in his heart increased again. He had always known that Liu San's words were always full of reason and depth, but every word he said today made him feel a deep sense of crisis.

"Then what should we do?" Qin Cang asked anxiously, his inner anxiety and uneasiness gradually emerging.

Liu San was silent for a moment, seemingly contemplating his next move. Finally, he spoke, "Why don't we go back and make a detailed plan? The enemy is stronger than you imagine. If we attack rashly, the consequences will be unbearable."

Qin Cang's brows furrowed, a flicker of unwillingness in his eyes. "Go back? No, this opportunity is right before my eyes, and I don't want to waste even a second." His voice was a little anxious, his inner anxiety having already made him lose some of his rationality.

Liu San, however, remained unfazed by Qin Cang's emotions. He continued to gaze at him calmly, his gaze unwavering. "You don't have to go back, but I suggest you reconsider. If we attack rashly tonight, we might just fall into the enemy's trap. The enemy's command system is beginning to falter, but that doesn't mean they're unprepared."

The night was deep, time seemed to have frozen in the air, and the surroundings were so quiet that one could barely hear their own breathing. Qin Cang stood there, his gaze fixed on Liu San's face, his heart churning. He knew Liu San was never one to compromise easily, especially in critical moments. Liu San's calmness made him somewhat uneasy. The more rational his analysis, the more he reminded himself that he was not fully prepared. Whenever he hesitated, Liu San always offered a more rational suggestion, but today, Qin Cang had almost decided to take a risk.

"Xiao Hu." Qin Cang suddenly spoke, his voice so low that it almost blended with the sound of the wind.

Xiao Hu was slightly startled, then raised his head to look at Qin Cang, a hint of confusion flashed in his eyes, but he still stared at him closely. "Captain, what's wrong?"

"Are you ready?" Qin Cang's eyes did not leave Liu San, and there was a hint of determination in his eyes.

Xiao Hu hesitated for a moment, seemingly not fully understanding Qin Cang's meaning, but nodded, "I'm ready."

Liu San's eyes still held a trace of impassive calm, as if he had completely seen through their conversation, but he did not interrupt and remained silent. Qin Cang's heart moved, and he suddenly realized that perhaps this was the opportunity he had been looking for. Although Liu San was calm, his hesitation at this moment also gave Qin Cang more room to act.

Qin Cang lowered his head, his fingers gently groping for the code bag at his waist. He knew that at a moment like this, the transmission of the code was crucial. If Liu San hadn't noticed they had made their decision in time, he might have offered more reasons to dissuade them. But the transmission of the code signaled that they had made all the necessary preparations and would not look back.

"Xiao Hu," Qin Cang whispered, "Code: Get ready."

Xiao Hu's hand paused at his waist for a moment, seemingly digesting Qin Cang's words. Then, without further hesitation, he pulled out a similar code bag from his bosom and gently pinched a corner. Their eyes met, their understanding tacitly understood, needing few words. The appearance of the code bag served as an invisible barrier, creating a clear demarcation between their conversation and Liu San's.

Liu San looked at the actions of the two people, and a strange look flashed in his eyes.