Tang Wulin smiled in response. "Do you think I'm stupid or mentally disabled, General? You're talking to me about honor at a time like this? Don't be ridiculous. Put a parachute onto the aircraft, and I'll take Advisor Shen on a ride with me. When I feel it's safe to do so, I'll eject her out of the aircraft; I'm sure you'll be able to rescue her from there. That's enough chit-chat; your only choice now is to trust me. Otherwise, I'll take her down with me."

Shen Xing had been reduced to a trembling sobbing mess, and her legs didn't even feel like they belonged to her anymore, so he could only lean against Tang Wulin's body for support.

Shen Yue clenched her fists as she glowered at Tang Wulin. "You better pray that I don't get my hands on you someday."

Tang Wulin said in a calm voice, "I'll worry about that if and when that happens. All I care about is what happens now."

Shen Yue commanded, "Everyone, step aside and let them get onto the aircraft!"

Thus, Tang Wulin stepped onto the...