Ultimate Firepower
Chapter 501 - 480: Going All In

Chapter 501: Chapter 480: Going All In

The development of the situation was faster and more direct than Gao Yi had anticipated.

A big detour tactic turned out to be a direct intrusion into the enemy’s lair.

Such excessively fortuitous circumstances instead arouse caution.

Gao Yi would certainly need to discuss with Xinfeng and the others; Sherkin must be kept out of the loop, as not everything could be shared with him. In this way, it even became somewhat inconvenient for Sherkin to have moved into the same hotel as Gao Yi for the sake of convenience.

"All our plans must be brought forward, gentlemen, I don’t even know why Alexander is doing this."

Xinfeng grinned slightly, "It’s quite simple, what’s there to ponder? Alexander wants to grab whatever chips he can before he’s completely ousted from the center of power. Whether he wants to make a deal with you or do you a favor, he needs to act quickly."

Dani also nodded, "A character like Alexander, once out of the power center, can’t come back. He might be transferred at any moment, so if he wants to do something, he has to act swiftly."

Xinfeng, full of confidence, continued, "I think he might let you meet Yuri today. As long as he remains Nikolai’s Black Gloves, he’s almost like Nikolai himself taking action, even more convenient than if Nikolai were to do it himself. The operation in Constantinople could start and end with incredible speed. It must be that Alexander has issued a fake order in Nikolai’s name."

Gao Yi suddenly realized.

It wasn’t that he was too slow to react, but many twists and turns here were beyond Gao Yi’s understanding; he naturally could not think of things he knew nothing about.

Gao Yi had thought that Black Gloves were just for doing the dirty work.

But from what Xinfeng said, could Black Gloves also exercise the master’s authority?

"Wait a second, do you mean, as long as Nikolai is not yet relieved of his post, and Alexander is not expelled, then he is effectively in possession of Nikolai’s power?"

Seeing a stunned Gao Yi, Xinfeng nodded and then spoke gravely, "Yes, at least a part of Nikolai’s authority. The power over his subordinates, as long as Nikolai doesn’t reassign Alexander, at this moment Alexander can pretty much do anything he wants."

"But there’s a significant price to pay. Black Gloves having their own will and exercising power in the master’s name can have serious consequences. Generally speaking..."

Sith made a throat-slitting gesture on his own neck, smiling, "It’s a death sentence."

Xinfeng nodded calmly, "Alexander is desperate; he has taken it upon himself to command an operation in Constantinople in Nikolai’s name. However, since this operation was profitable, Nikolai shouldn’t punish him for it. But if Alexander keeps acting on his own accord, he should be taken down soon."

"So Alexander is in a hurry now, and he has no way out. He might make other big moves. At this time, Alexander is powerful yet extremely dangerous."

The few of them took turns articulating Alexander’s current plight.

Right now, Alexander was virtually half a Nikolai which meant, these past days, Gao Yi had been dealing with the most powerful people in the KGB. Therefore, Alexander indeed had the power to let him meet Yuri, and even the power to let him take Yuri away.

But then the problem arises.

Such a matter is akin to making a deal with the devil.

Gao Yi had always felt he was the devil tempting others to sell their souls, but now, Alexander seemed more devilish.

Whoever has the power is the devil.

So the question arises, when striking a deal with the devil, one must know what the devil wants.

It’s not hard to guess what Alexander wants, he’s certainly not just trying to save his own life, but to maintain his current power.

Such an Alexander really is dangerous, as he could likely drag Gao Yi and his associates down with him.

Xinfeng spoke softly, "I think we should be prepared."

What to prepare for was not specified by Xinfeng, but it was clear without saying that it was to be ready to take down Alexander at any time, or at least to be ready to leave at a moment’s notice.

Just then, Gao Yi’s phone rang.

This was the first time Alexander had taken the initiative to contact Gao Yi, the first time he had spoken directly to him.

"Come to the forest, just you. I’ll take you to Yuri."

Brief and to the point.

Extraordinarily efficient, which honestly was quite rare among Russians.

"Okay."

Alexander hung up the phone. Gao Yi took a deep breath and said to the three of them, "Alexander wants me to meet Yuri. It’s too soon, beyond my psychological expectations."

Xinfeng spread his hands and said, "After all, what he lacks most is time. Right now, Alexander wouldn’t have any plots. I think you can go meet him with confidence. It’s just that once you meet Yuri, he will likely ask you to do something."

Dani said, "Your goal has been exposed. He lets you meet Yuri first, then he’ll use Yuri to threaten you. Just like that."

Sith laughed, "That’s the downside of revealing your thoughts too early. But if you hadn’t spoken up, you would have lost this rare opportunity. Alexander is at his weakest now. If you miss this chance, it won’t be so easy to meet Yuri again."

There are pros and cons, but the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

Alexander definitely needs Gao Yi to do something, perhaps cooperate or threaten. But no matter which approach, isn’t Gao Yi also keen on doing so?

He had always wanted to show Alexander the capabilities of the Garden; now there was no need for a deliberate display. It was more likely to be directly applied to Alexander, turning drills into real combat.

"I’ll meet with Alexander. Once I’m in the forest, you won’t be able to do much. But I don’t think there will be any problems. Focus on what happens after I leave the forest."

Prepare for the worst. If necessary, for example, if Alexander harbors any ill will, then quickly take him down and evacuate.

Gao Yi stood up and said, "I’ll meet Alexander alone. I can’t bring a cell phone. You guys go see Sherkin, he’s familiar with the KGB after all. If anything happens, he can help with advice."

There was no need for further talk; these people were all experienced, no need to teach them how to act.

Gao Yi drove straight to the KGB headquarters, near the forest, without an escort.

Alexander was already waiting outside for Gao Yi.

As Gao Yi got out of the car and walked up to Alexander, who had been waiting who knows how long, Alexander didn’t hesitate to say, "Outsiders cannot enter the KGB’s special prison for special prisoners."

Before Gao Yi could say anything, the highly efficient Alexander immediately added, "So I brought him out! He’s in my office, after you talk to him I’ll send him back."

Having said that, Alexander gestured with his hand, "Please."

Alexander was a man of courage. He was now putting all his eggs in one basket. Such a person could either achieve great things or be doomed to utter failure.

Gao Yi was unafraid; he too was a person of courage, so he hoped to see Alexander succeed.