32. Command Authority

Chapter 822: 32. Command Authority

"Mingzhi, your loyalty will receive its finest reward in due course."

Hanako Arasaka slowly rose to her feet, her calm gaze meeting Mingzhi's.

There was neither surprise nor panic in her expression, as though she had long expected this unforeseen rescue. Such composed bearing was precisely the leadership she had always displayed—unhurried, restrained, never easily allowing her emotions to show.

"It is my honor."

Mingzhi gave a slight nod, briefly acknowledging Hanako's promise of a reward.

He did not waste time on further pleasantries, instead getting straight to the point in a low, urgent voice. "Please follow me and leave as quickly as possible. Arakawa Sesen is not a dull-witted man. He will soon notice the disturbance here. Once he reacts, he will undoubtedly dispatch his most elite troops to pursue us. Miss Hanako, we must relocate immediately."

As he spoke, his gaze swept toward Oda Sandayu. The loyal guard was currently in poor condition, but he was still capable of moving.

Mingzhi continued, "Mr. Oda's condition requires further treatment. Although we have obtained the unlock code for his cyberware, we are still lacking in weaponry."

He paused, a cold certainty flashing through his eyes. "However, with the Ninja Hundred assisting us, that problem should be resolved very quickly."

Hanako Arasaka walked forward with composed steps, the hem of her kimono softly brushing with each stride.

She gave a slight nod, watching Mingzhi with tranquil eyes. Her voice was steady, like an undercurrent beneath ice. "Tell me the current situation in detail—how many people infiltrated the villa with you? How are the follow-up support forces deployed? How much time do we expect to buy?"

Maintaining half a step's distance as he guarded Hanako's side, Mingzhi unconsciously rubbed the grip of the firearm in his hand.