Game of Life

The train conductor racked his brains, trying to come up with a way to buy time.

"Those inside, please don't be impulsive. We've already raised our demands, so you can rest assured. However, as you know, it takes us time to make the round trip; half an hour is too short."

"So please increase the timer on the bomb. Really, please believe me, I will do my best to mediate and help you achieve your goal. But please promise me that you will not harm the hostages."

The train conductor could only say that, and there was no other way.

After a brief silence, the train conductor then instructed the other staff and security personnel to move to other carriages.

"No, how do I know if you're deliberately stalling for time!" the hoarse voice inside said.

"How could we be delaying? Think about it, you've all planted bombs. Even if we have mech support, are we going to force our way into the carriages? After all, this involves hundreds of lives. Do you think we're crazy? Besides, I've already consulted headquarters, and they said they can agree to your conditions."

"But this matter involves the Federation government, and it involves releasing people who have been arrested, so it requires approval from higher authorities. The whole process will take about an hour. So, if you trust me, please adjust the timer to one hour. I believe you have the device to detonate the bomb at any time and are not afraid that I am lying."

The train conductor gradually calmed down and began to handle the situation with ease.

"Alright, since that's the case, I'll trust you this once. The bomb's timer can be adjusted to one hour. But if you lie to me, after one hour, everyone will die together; no one will survive." The hoarse voice said again.

Then, it became clear that the other party had fallen into the trap. Apart from simply waiting now, the train conductor needed to take other measures.

"Alright, thank you for your trust! By the way, let's at least talk about terms now, shall we? Let me introduce myself first. I am the train conductor of this train, my name is Mo Lan, and I am an ordinary person without any Soul Power. My father is Mo Wu, the governor of Heaven Dou City and a Federation councilor. I believe that my identity is far more significant to you than the hostages inside, isn't it?" At this moment, the train conductor Mo Lan introduced himself.

"So, I want to discuss this with you. Please release the elderly, women, and children in the first five carriages. In exchange, I can be your hostage. I believe you understand the importance of this. Moreover, if you think I'm lying, you can search for my image on the Soul Network. With my name and my father's name added, I believe confirming my identity won't be difficult."

Then there was another silence, and then the other party agreed, and the process began with the other party starting the verification.

"Hmm? It really is? Okay, now that we've confirmed your identity, I can release the old man, the woman, and the child. But remember, don't try anything funny with us. So, let's play a game, shall we?" the voice inside said.

"Okay, how do you want to play?" Mo Lan asked.

"It's very simple. The rules are that I'll release ten hostages first, then you come over directly, and then I'll release the other elderly people, women, and children. Furthermore, if I release ten people, but you don't keep your promise, then I'll kill ten people as a sacrifice to the heavens." The hoarse voice said viciously.

"Okay, no problem," Mo Lan said.

Because she dared not hesitate at all, for hesitation would lead to unimaginable consequences.

Moreover, the thugs on the other side were indeed quick; ten people, including an elderly person, a woman, and a child, walked over.

Moreover, everyone present was weeping, and each person who passed by Mo Lan bowed deeply to her.

"Alright, now it's your turn to show your sincerity," the hoarse voice said.

Then, Mo Lan paused for a moment, and then stepped forward.

Soon, after she reached that spot, a Soul Guidance Ray Gun was extended and pressed against her forehead.

"Wulin, I sensed it. The train conductor has gone inside, so we can begin our operation now," Wu Yang Jin said.

"Okay, I understand," Tang Wu Lin replied.

"By the way, Wu Siduo, this is the plan. You have no problem with it, right?" Wu Yang Jin said.

"Of course, I don't think there's anything wrong with the plan you've arranged," Wu Siduo said.

"Wait, kids, although I did say that, do you really..." the train conductor was about to ask.

"Don't worry, conductor. Since you trusted us just now, there's nothing to worry about. Besides, you already know our capabilities," Wu Yang Jin said.

Then, the train conductor finally nodded, agreeing with Wu Yang Jin.

Even if he disagreed, Wu Yang Jin and the others would still carry out the plan.

Meanwhile, Mo Lan had already gone inside and had seen the thugs.

"Nice to meet you, Miss Mo Lan. We have shown our sincerity, and now we await your sincerity in return. However, you have forty minutes left," the thug said.

"Yes, of course, we definitely will."

As he spoke, the sound he made the next second broke everyone's attention.

"Sister, sister!" Immediately afterward, a figure ran over from carriage number six.

Then, even the thugs were stunned, but as soon as a few people appeared, they immediately aimed three Soul Guidance Ray Gun at each other.

"Wulin, you... why are you here? Huh? Yang Jin, Xu Xiaoyan? Why are you all here?" Mo Lan exclaimed in surprise, her face pale.

The thugs here seemed to be watching a show, looking at it over and over again.

"Hey, is this the councilor's son? He doesn't look much like you. Is he an illegitimate child?" a hoarse voice said with a hint of teasing.

"Yeah, boss, and behind the leader, there's a little boy and this little girl," the thug's subordinate said.

"Oh? So that's two illegitimate sons and one illegitimate daughter? Not bad, the politician's life is quite glamorous, isn't it?" the hoarse voice continued.

"Hmph, don't talk nonsense. I am my sister's younger brother. My sister has raised me and my sister since we were little," Wu Yang Jin said.

"Hmm? Is this your younger sister? The hair color is quite similar." At this moment, one of the thugs said.

Because Wu Yang Jin was actually Martial Soul Possession, it would take some time for his color to change back after the Martial Soul was removed.

"Who said that? This child is my cousin. Those two children were adopted by my father when I was older. Don't talk nonsense," Mo Lan said angrily.