Spy-x-War Showdown
Chapter 146 - 145 I Am Death

Chapter 146: Chapter 145 I Am Death

Hank was to be taken away, a special talent indeed, as was Gweil, another unique individual.

It seemed likely that they would escape with Zhang Yong. Once outside, it’d be great if Zhang Yong was willing to help, but Yang Yi doubted he would, so he couldn’t insist on Zhang Yong’s assistance.

As for Brian, that was a done deal, though it was uncertain how much fight the Brian, who looked to be in his seventies or eighties after so many years locked up, still had in him.

Yang Yi needed to assemble his own crew, and he indeed had found some rare talents. The only issue was whether he could escape with them, given that fewer people made for an easier escape, with every additional person complicating the affair.

So, the other underlings could be left behind. Yang Yi picked his men depending on the situation. He took plenty of underlings in the prison without any intention of being responsible for them forever—he sheltered them, so he didn’t owe anyone anything.

Yang Yi actually wanted to bring along Chris, the con artist, but it had been two years since he left the minimum-security area, and Chris hadn’t come to see him, so that was out of the question.

Today was important because it was the day Yang Yi would see Brian again.

Before seeing Brian, though, Yang Yi wanted to talk to Zhang Yong first.

"How’s it going?, Have you figured out how to get into the special ward yet?"

Zhang Yong, expressionless, shook his head and whispered, "No."

"I’ll make a move for you, Brother Yong. It’s really tough for you to get into the special ward. If you can’t get in, how are you going to take down Beast Wayne?"

Zhang Yong, still expressionless, said, "If I can’t get in, I’ll just keep waiting. There will always be an opportunity. Since Beast Wayne knows I’m here, he won’t kill himself. His desire to kill me is just as strong."

Yang Yi frowned and said, "Alright then, I’ll wait a little longer. Now I’m thinking about busting out, Brother Yong, and I want to ask what plan do you have after taking down Beast Wayne?"

Zhang Yong was taken aback for a moment before shaking his head, "I don’t know. I haven’t thought that far ahead. And have you considered that I might die at Wayne’s hands?"

"I have faith in you, Brother Yong, or how about you help me out after we get out? You know, I’m aware your services come at a hefty price, and I probably can’t afford you, but..."

Zhang Yong shook his head and said, "I’m not going, don’t talk about it anymore, it just spoils the mood."

Yang Yi quickly said, "Forget I said anything, Brother Yong. Just let me know if you need help."

"You don’t have to interfere with Wayne for me; since I’ve decided to settle this with him, I don’t need your help."

Yang Yi nodded and then whispered, "I will look for a chance to get you in there, that’s all I’ll do. Of course, if you can find a way in or get Wayne out, that would be best."

"Have you decided to help Brian escape?"

"Yes, I need him. Plus, I plan to take two more people with me, Hank and Gweil."

Zhang Yong pondered for a moment, nodded, and said, "They would be useful, but you’ll need fighters, not just brawlers, people who can really fight a war."

"A war is unlikely, isn’t it? Spies don’t exactly go into real battles with guns blazing."

Zhang Yong laughed, shook his head, and said, "You’ll find out soon enough that force is fundamental. The CIA doesn’t need an army because the United States has one. Without force, you’re in a bad place."

Yang Yi said helplessly, "Then I’ll have to figure it out after I get out. The prison is full of criminals, but few can actually fight a war. After all my searching, there’s only Brian, no one else."Zhang Yong nodded, whispered, "Alright, go have your meal. I’ll let you know when I have news."

Yang Yi stood up, feeling somewhat despondent. Zhang Yong still wasn’t willing to let him help. In fact, Yang Yi now had a real opportunity to kill the beast Wayne, but he also knew that if he really acted on behalf of Zhang Yong, Zhang Yong would never forgive him for it.

Some things could be done without being said, but once spoken out loud, they truly could not be done.

After saying goodbye to Zhang Yong and having breakfast, Yang Yi went to the special detention area.

It had been a week since he last saw Brian, and now that Clint was on duty, Yang Yi had the chance to see Brian for a second time.

Finally, it was Brian’s time for a breath of fresh air, and Yang Yi once again accompanied Brian into the chimney.

Sitting once more in the blind spot of the surveillance camera, Yang Yi placed his hand beside Brian’s hand, and when Brian took two small objects from Yang Yi’s hand, his own hand trembled violently.

"Give it a try."

Brian opened his palm and looked at the two plastic keys inside. Then he took a deep breath and inserted one of the keys into the keyhole of his leg shackles.

Brian carefully turned the key, and after a short while, he gently moved the iron ring that was fastened around his ankle with his left hand.

The iron ring opened.

Brian closed his eyes, took a shallow breath, and nodded at Yang Yi.

Turning the key back slowly and re-fastening the iron ring tightly, Brian switched to the other plastic key and then opened the leg shackles again.

"Amazing..."

With a very low exclamation, Brian refastened the shackles.

Without having seen the real thing, Hank had made two keys that both worked—it was absolutely not an exaggeration to say that he was very skillful.

Yang Yi said softly, "You need to be patient for now. I must finish my work before I can leave, and I haven’t figured out how I’ll escape yet. Do you have any ideas?"

Brian whispered back, "As long as I can unlock the handcuffs and leg shackles, I can get out. I’ll open them when I’m out for air and take down the armed guard when I’m close to him, seize his gun. As long as I have a gun, no one will be able to stop me!"

Yang Yi frowned and said, "That’s too risky! Also, you haven’t touched a gun for over twenty years!"

Looking up at the sky, Brian said softly, "A gun is a part of my body. Not having touched a gun for over twenty years is no problem for me. With a gun in hand, I am the Grim Reaper."

Yang Yi said in a low voice, "It’s still too risky. Don’t even think about making a forced breakout. Escaping from the special detention area is just the beginning. There’s the maximum security area outside, four walls to break through. This prison has nearly two hundred guards. Do you think you can fight your way out? So, we need a more reliable way. I have helpers; let’s think of another method."

Brian whispered back, "I don’t know the layout outside. Later, it would be best to give me a complete map. Also, what is it you need to do?"

"I need to kill someone, the beast Wayne. I can’t leave until I’ve killed him."

Brian said indifferently, "I’ll kill him for you. You just focus on figuring out how to escape."

Yang Yi gave a wry smile, "No, you can’t kill him. In fact, I can’t kill him either. It’s a bit complicated, so let’s just focus on how to escape. I’ll tell you when I have a plan. There’s one more thing."

"What is it?"

Yang Yi said very seriously, "You absolutely cannot escape while Clint is on duty. If you have the chance, do it when George is on duty. Clint is my friend, and I will not betray a friend. Remember this and don’t mix up the time."