Ultimate Firepower
Chapter 647 - 621: All-In

Chapter 647: Chapter 621: All-In

Confidence, super confidence.

The reason for knowingly jumping into a trap is simple: traps often have bait, and this bait is Little Andic.

Since the hostage rescue team that should have been part of the trap at the Compaq Building has been diverted, Gao Yi can certainly go and retrieve the bait from the trap.

The logic is simple, try it first before anything else.

Of course, minimal safety measures still need to be taken.

A killer focuses on disguise, a mercenary on protection; since we’re directly jumping into the enemy’s trap, disguise isn’t of much use. Adequate protection is essential, along with beefed-up firepower.

The equipment is all there, bullet-proof vest on, guns of all kinds ready to use, just go in straight.

As Buck said, the Compaq Building isn’t actually big; its location, however, is prime, right on the expensive Broadway in Manhattan, a slight distance from Times Square but not far, positioned centrally in New York.

In such a bustling area, a closer observation is easy, since there are so many people. Even if the people inside the building are prepared, they can’t possibly distinguish thousands of people on the street one by one.

But on such a busy street, it’s impossible to charge in wearing a bullet-proof vest and holding a rifle.

"What should we do in this situation?"

Gao Yi is willing to hear Yuri’s opinion.

Yuri, who seems to have had a plan ready, doesn’t answer Gao Yi’s question but gestures to Buck standing nearby.

Buck walks over to Yuri’s side.

Yuri calmly says, "Now’s the time for you to make a choice. Do you want to live or die?"

Buck is injured; his arm was hit by shrapnel, and two small cuts were made by shattered glass. Ideally, he shouldn’t be involved anymore, but Yuri insists on having Gao Yi call Buck in.

Now it seems, it’s time to use Buck.

Buck’s arm was only briefly treated to stop the bleeding, followed by a change of clothes, but now the blood is faintly seeping through the clothing again, looking not very tragic yet somewhat disdainful.

Yet in this situation, Yuri still doesn’t let this helper off the hook; even Gao Yi feels guilty.

Gao Yi quickly says, "Don’t say that; Buck is one of us and helped a lot. We are grateful, not threatening."

Yuri firmly shakes his head, then continues to tell Buck, "You must be aware of your predicament. You’re with the FBI and the Red and Blue Group, but you’re still with us and helped by gathering intelligence. As long as the FBI isn’t blind, they will know you’re a traitor to both the FBI and the Red and Blue Group."

Gao Yi furrows his brow.

Buck looks helpless and lightly sighs.

Yuri maintains his casual demeanor, saying, "You’re gambling; you’ve placed a heavy bet on the Gardener but didn’t expect things to escalate this much; so you placed a heavy bet without going all-in. That’s incorrect; it’ll cost you everything without proper compensation. In my opinion, since you’ve already bet big, you might as well go all-in."

Buck softly asks, "What do you want me to do?"

"I want you to be the messenger going inside the Compaq Building."

Buck says in astonishment, "Me? Alone? You’re sending me to die!"

"No, no, no, you’re mistaken; you hold no significant position within the Red and Blue Group; you’re merely a low-level agent in the FBI. Frankly, you’re just a minor character."

Yuri speaks bland truths with emotional honesty, yet still wants Buck to go inside and die. Truthfully, Gao Yi can’t fathom how Yuri can just say these things.

Just when Gao Yi can’t help but interrupt Yuri again, Yuri places his arm around Buck’s shoulder and speaks in an extremely low tone, "Nobody knows the actual circumstances within the Red and Blue Group now. We’re not certain if Little Andic is even here, nor do we know the stance of those within the Red and Blue Group, whether they are adversaries or just victims framed by some individuals. Hence, if the people with the Red and Blue Group don’t actually want to oppose the Garden?"

Without waiting for Buck to respond, Yuri whispers, "Boldly enter the Compaq Building and state that you’re entrusted by the Gardener to meet with the leader of the Red and Blue Group. Ask them if they intend to oppose the Garden; or, do they want to join the Garden in utterly destroying the Andic Group and jointly take over the Dark Web? Just ask directly, no need for concealment, no need for beating around the bush. I believe the Red and Blue Group will give a clear response."

Buck says apprehensively, "But doing this, I’ll surely die!"

"No, you won’t die. You’re with the FBI, also part of the Red and Blue Group. Most importantly, you’re the only one connected to the Gardener, able to see him, resulting in them certainly not killing you."

Yuri continues in a calm, low voice, "Think about it. Is it better to imprison and slowly interrogate you or to kill you outright unknowingly? Thus, it’s already predetermined. If the Red and Blue Group decides to oppose the Garden, you might be imprisoned to suffer minor torment. If they don’t plan to oppose, you’ll be released to act as the messenger between the Garden and the Red and Blue Group; either way, you won’t die."

"But I’m completely exposed. Even if not dead, what future do I have? I..."

Yuri responds gravely, "Your position doesn’t match your capabilities and experience; why? Because previously, you lacked opportunity. By betting heavily on the Gardener, you aim to secure an opportunity. Now that the opportunity’s arrived, would you let it slip away?"

Buck is silenced.

Yuri gently murmurs, "Think about what you could gain. Provided we win, if you stay with the FBI, you can at least become a regional leader. Leave the FBI; you could join the CIA, the NSA. You’ll attain deserved status and position and even considerable wealth. Honestly, seeing our strength, do you think we would lose?"

Buck takes a deep breath.

Yuri tells Gao Yi, "Transfer one million dollars to Buck. Regardless, at least you’ll initially receive one million. Choose a secure account, buddy, going all-in means you win either way. What’s there to hesitate over?"

Yuri’s words don’t sound persuasive, but Buck nods, softly saying, "Yeah, since I’m already exposed, hiding is meaningless."

Gao Yi replies quietly, "One million is too little; given you’re risking your life, I’ll give you ten million now."

"Ten million, even dying immediately would be worthwhile. Isn’t that right?"

Yuri adds softly, Buck turns to Gao Yi, quietly asking, "Ten million? You mean it?"

"Of course I’m serious; haven’t you heard of my cash power?"

Buck feels his life selling for ten million is worth it no matter what, especially with a high chance of survival; even dying right now would be worthwhile.

Gao Yi calls Luca. Waiting for Luca to connect, he speaks softly, "Transfer ten million dollars; do you have an account?"

Buck is genuinely excited, saying with a tremble in his voice, "I have a secure account, but it’s given by the Red and Blue Group, so it’s not very secure. Could I have Bitcoin instead? That’s the safest."

"Ten million Bitcoin."

Bitcoin transactions are very convenient; within a few minutes, Buck succeeds in his life gamble and gains ten million dollars.

Somewhat dazed, Buck calls his wife, not sure what instructions were exchanged, then resolutely stands before Yuri, saying, "Tell me, what should I do!"

"Simple, you go in, find the leader of the Red and Blue Group here, ask if they want to be enemies of the Garden. If so, say nothing more; we’ll fight into the Compaq Building, bloodbath it. If not, let him come out alone; we’ll talk outside."

After finishing, Yuri checks his watch, saying, "Ten minutes from when you enter the Compaq Building, by then if you’re not out, we’ll storm in. Don’t call, we won’t answer. When you come out, bring the Red and Blue Group members or, if needed, we’ll break in, eliminate everyone and rescue you; that’s all. Isn’t it simple?"

"Indeed, it’s simple."

Buck glances at Gao Yi, then murmurs, "I’m going all-in; I’m heading in!"