"Order received. I'll immediately prepare the team for battle," said Zhang Bao'er.

My confidence was boosted by Bao'er's promise. After the call, I left with Wind Spirit to meet Hakan again. Before leaving, Maley gave each of us a ray pistol. That was a sign of his trust in us. After passing through rows of soldiers, we stood before Hakan and Commander Lipu again.

"That was quick. Where is Maley?" asked Hakan.

"Brother, I already told Maley what's going on. The situation is clear for all to see. He can either surrender or face destruction," I replied, completely ignoring Hakan's idiotic plan.

"Very good. Only an outstanding person is capable of recognizing and submitting to circumstances. What did Maley say?" asked Hakan. Obviously, he himself did not believe in the stupid plan he wanted us to carry out.

"Chief Maley hopes to surrender with dignity. He will come with his personal guards. The rest of his soldiers will stay behind," I said.

"I'm not convinced. Maley is not the kind of person to surrender so easily," said Hakan. It was obvious that inwardly, he was still...