Saving System: Calm Down, My Fleeing Host!-Chapter 94: Mission, Ambush 11

"Then we..." Niu Da also has a headache; things have become so complicated, far from their original intention.

Cheng Xiaoxiao took the opportunity to say, "No matter what conspiracy they have, we’re just ordinary people; some things are beyond our discussion. We can relay the news, and it’s up to the ones in power to make arrangements. Right now, the most important thing is to rescue the hostages in the town."

Everyone nodded in agreement with Cheng Xiaoxiao’s suggestion. If Great Xia were to really initiate war, they’d have to flee for their lives; their few numbers wouldn’t even fill the enemy’s teeth.

Xue Dong: "Miss Cheng is right; those big matters aren’t something we small individuals can get involved with. The immediate task is to rescue the townspeople. If we successfully rescue these people, we’ll indirectly sabotage a plot of Great Xia and get the news out, allowing our side’s commanders to prepare and not be caught off guard."

Cheng Xiaoxiao gave Commander Xue a thumbs up, "Commander Xue, well said."

This Xue Dong really has a sharp mind! He’s thinking along the same lines as her. Although she’s doing it to complete her mission, the outcome is the same.

Cheng Xiaoxiao continued, "As long as we rescue all the hostages, it doesn’t matter if they’re bandits or Great Xia, any conspiracy will be shattered. Those beasts taking common people’s lives as bait are utterly detestable and heinous. If even an uncle can endure it, an aunt most definitely cannot."

Everyone’s emotions got fired up too; Miss Cheng was right. Those bandits colluding with the court to harm common people are worse than beasts and deserve to die.

Though they didn’t quite understand what the phrase "if even an uncle can endure it, an aunt most definitely cannot" meant, it didn’t prevent them from uniting against a common enemy, full of righteous indignation!

Qian Fusheng held his forehead. Wasn’t this their guess?

How come the more they talked, the more excited they got, and even he was starting to feel this was the truth? Reason told him this was a guess, not a fact. If they were wrong and reported it, it’d be a huge crime, so he raised his hand to stop them, "Everyone, don’t get too excited. The matter with Great Xia is just speculation. We can’t take things out of context and lose our bearings. Without absolute certainty, we can’t rashly draw conclusions."

Cheng Xiaoxiao sheepishly touched her nose; she was just trying to hurry people along, rescue the mission target, and accidentally fanned the flames... maybe too much.

Niu Da thought for a moment and spoke, "It’s fine, Brother Qian. Our primary mission now is to rescue the master; other matters can wait. It doesn’t affect our actions."

"I was too cautious. Let’s focus on discussing the rescue, and I’ll handle other things accordingly," Xue Dong knew he had become too conspiracy-minded, thinking more long-term than these merchants. Now, he wouldn’t squabble with them and would focus on rescuing the Third Master. As soon as they succeeded, they’d rush back to Yanzhou County; as for news about Great Xia, it was up to the Family Head to decide whether to report it.

Everyone remembered Commander Xue’s status and looked at him with gratitude.

Cheng Xiaoxiao also joined the fray, "Exactly, exactly. The nighttime plan is canceled; we can only move it forward and devise a plan to catch them off guard."

As for why not postpone it, it’s of course because the mission time doesn’t allow for it!

Didn’t you notice that she doesn’t have much mission time left?

Mission countdown: 13:35:58

Mission countdown: 13:35:57

Ah! Time waits for no one!

Just as Cheng Xiaoxiao was thinking this, someone... was undermining the plan.

"We could move the plan to tomorrow or the day after, who launches a sneak attack in broad daylight?"

"Exactly, exactly."

A group of people was chattering noisily, discussing whether to postpone or advance the plan’s timing.

Cheng Xiaoxiao didn’t wait for them to reach a result, "Of course, advancing is better! Postponing will only make the bandits constantly guard against us. Only by advancing can we catch the enemy off guard."

"Miss Cheng makes sense, but in broad daylight, visibility is good, and the risk is also high," Qian Fusheng said.

"Then we won’t advance too much, just by one hour. This way, when we rescue the people, it’ll be close to dusk," Cheng Xiaoxiao tirelessly explained.

Niu Da nodded, "This is feasible."

Xue Dong also spoke up, "It’s better to act sooner than later; delays might bring changes."

Cheng Xiaoxiao cast an appreciative glance. See, there are still smart people; you timid old men don’t have the vigor of young people, which is why you lose so badly.

Cheng Xiaoxiao absolutely wouldn’t admit it was her selfishness at play.

Speaking of which, "77, who is the important person? Where should I go to rescue them?"

"Host, it’s still unclear, but you’ll be prompted once you see the person."

"Ugh, that was as good as not saying anything."

Cheng Xiaoxiao joined the discussion on the attack and rescue matters, with no time to think about anything else. Now, they can’t rely on cooperating with those inside, fearing they might accidentally step into a bandit trap. Cheng Xiaoxiao was responsible for creating chaos, after all, her team had gone to the town to scout already.

When Qing Yi saw the hand-drawn map and the situation he investigated that morning, which was identical, he was stunned.

He whispered to Leng Er, "Boss, Miss Cheng’s map is identical to the morning’s investigation, even more detailed."

Leng Er glanced at the serious-looking Cheng Xiaoxiao and held her in higher regard. The woman the Pavilion Master likes is indeed extraordinary.

Cheng Xiaoxiao felt baffled by Leng Er’s gaze. What kind of look is that?

If Cheng Xiaoxiao knew this look meant that because she was claimed by the Pavilion Master, she was deemed impressive, she’d be furious. It’s her talent and strength that make her capable, not related to their Pavilion Master.

Unfortunately, Cheng Xiaoxiao didn’t know she was labeled and said sheepishly, "Does Captain Leng have a different opinion?"

Leng Er snapped back to reality and quickly denied, "No, Miss Cheng, please proceed with the arrangements. We guarantee the task will be completed."

No problem, yet they gave her such a strange look, making her feel like she’d been calculated against.

Forget it, the priority is to discuss proper matters. Leng Er’s team was tasked with creating chaos and stalling the bandit leader. From Qian Fusheng’s mouth, she learned about the bandit named Dou Kui, a notorious outlaw, a court wanted criminal with the notorious nickname Ba Daokui.

Niu Da’s team was responsible for support and covering the rear; Qian Fusheng’s team was tasked with rescuing the hostages and protecting the elderly, women, and children from being used as hostages by the bandits. Commander Xue was responsible for blocking the bandit attack.

Cheng Xiaoxiao looked towards the corner at Dongfang Xu, who had little presence, and said, "Young Master Dongfang is responsible for ensuring the safety of Doctor Xue and Boss Qian’s team during evacuation."

Dongfang Xu, dispirited, raised his head, "I’m responsible for protecting Miss Cheng."

Seeing his despondent look, it’s evident how much Cheng Xiaoxiao’s words affected him; it’s been half a day, and he hasn’t recovered.

Due to the cave’s noise and crowding, Dongfang Xu lacked energy; the suppressed emotions made him even more dejected as he crouched in the corner. Leng Er hadn’t noticed him until now. Once Dongfang Xu stood up, the fierce aura immediately became apparent.