Clearly, the enemy had not expected them to not only avoid falling into their trap but also to advance with such steady precision; the pirates were likely afraid of revealing their positions.
However, as the saying goes, "the trees desire stillness, but the wind will not cease." At this critical juncture, a ceasefire was no longer theirs to call. High above, two pirates acting as snipers exchanged glances, debating whether to retreat, when a sudden burst of gunfire erupted. One was struck in the head and collapsed to the ground, blood spilling instantly.
The other, fueled by fury, stood upright and unleashed a hail of gunfire with his AKs. Song Yuanchao took him out with a single shot to the forehead, yet he immediately pulled Chen Rou behind him. Though the man was technically dead, his hands remained locked on the triggers, the guns still spitting fire. He glared with eyes that were rapidly losing focus and glazing over, a bizarre, haunting smile fixed on his lips.
Chapter 313