He Was Like a God of War... The God of War Fell! (Tragic)

"...Our primary target this time is the drones in their warehouse."

Inside the room, Shen He gathered everyone together and pointed at the map on the table as he analyzed it seriously. "So although this is a hard assault, remember not to get drawn into a prolonged fight."

"Teams One and Two will draw their fire. Team Three will take the chance to blast their way in. Team Four will provide support. Remember, withdraw as soon as you get the goods. Try to finish the battle within thirty minutes."

"Does everyone understand?"

"Leave it to me."

Beside him, a brawny, muscular man slammed a fist against his chest and answered with ringing conviction.

Lei Song, like Chen Fang, was one of Shen He's most capable subordinates.

Compared to Chen Fang, he had joined Spark earlier. In terms of ability, status, and achievements, he also surpassed Chen Fang.

Entrusting him with command of the mission was enough to show how seriously Shen He regarded this operation.

Even so, someone raised an objection. "Leader Shen, isn't this a little hasty? Can we really... do we really have to rush into this?"

What he really wanted to ask was: Could they truly succeed?

The defeat at Huajin Plain was still fresh in their minds. Even now, the bodies of their comrades hung in humiliation in the square.

Serpent Coil had even assigned people to guard them, making it impossible for them to collect the bodies.

This had undoubtedly dealt a severe blow to their confidence... not to mention that Spark's situation in Sin City had only worsened recently.

Once their old defeated enemies learned that they had suffered a crushing loss, they became active again. Conflicts of all sizes erupted one after another, making life miserable for everyone.

And due to their shortage of equipment, they had suffered quite a few defeats as well.

Even more fatal was the attitude of Sin City's residents.

In the past, under Shen He's restraint, Spark had never oppressed them like other street gangs. They had even voluntarily maintained order.

This earned them widespread praise, and quite a few people had called them "the guardians of Sin City."

But they could not withstand the overwhelming media propaganda of late—claims that they were the culprits behind District Seven's destruction, that they secretly acted as lapdogs for the corporations... Even the television behind them was still broadcasting it.

As a result, the people of Sin City had gradually begun distancing themselves from them, no longer treating them with the warmth they once had.

They could not even set foot in District Seven anymore. The people there wanted nothing more than to tear Spark apart alive.

Meanwhile, Serpent Coil had gained plenty of goodwill through its aid and reconstruction efforts in the disaster-stricken areas, even making Sin City's residents offer the corporations some rare positive evaluations.

Help in a time of need always won people over. Even quite a few members within Spark had begun to waver.

"What the hell are you saying?!"

Lei Song flared up at this, grabbing the questioner by the collar. "Which one of you wasn't saved by Leader Shen? What right do you have to question him?"

"It was just one setback, and it scared you all into this state... Have you forgotten what you said when you joined Spark?"

It was clear that his loyalty had not wavered in the slightest.

Lei Song was also more inclined to blame the previous failure on Chen Fang. In truth, he had always looked down on that little punk and never believed Chen Fang represented the standard of Spark's elite.

"Lei Song! What are you doing?"

Shen He shouted sharply, "Put him down!"

"...Tch."

Only then did Lei Song reluctantly release his grip.

"Enough. I know everyone may have concerns."

Shen He quickly calmed the chaotic scene. "But I think you all understand that standing against the corporations has never been easy."

"As I said, this road is bound to involve bloodshed and sacrifice. And as pioneers, we cannot become timid and stop moving forward because of that."

He gently pressed down with his hand, a hint of melancholy in his calm expression. "Of course, if anyone wants to leave, I will never stop them."

The moment he said that, everyone fell silent.

"...I'm sorry, Leader Shen."

The one who had questioned him earlier suddenly felt somewhat guilty. "I, I just..."

"I don't blame you. If anyone is at fault, it is me."

Shen He smiled and shook his head. "But I hope you can still believe in me. Can you?"

"Mm..."

Touched by that smile, everyone else's dissatisfaction vanished in an instant.

Lei Song's breathing became rapid, as though he had been greatly inspired.

"Don't worry. I've already contacted Mr. Luo about the equipment. It will be ready before tonight."

Seeing this, Shen He nodded in satisfaction. "Then I'll leave this operation to all of you."

"Yes! We guarantee the mission's completion!"

The next day, District 13, Serpent Coil factory warehouse, 16:30

It was the time when the factory changed shifts, and also when its defenses were at their weakest.

Spark's strike team had long since disguised themselves and lain in wait nearby.

"Want to grab a drink later?"

A guard who had just finished his shift stretched lazily, removed his helmet, and let out a long breath.

"Why not go straight to District Six?"

The companion beside him shook his head. "I got an email. A new batch of sex dolls arrived yesterday! Or we could do a braindance instead. This damn job is making me... Watch out!"

Before he could finish, he saw a grenade that had somehow rolled to his feet.

Boom—

The flames of the explosion soared into the sky, and chaos immediately erupted around the factory.

"Enemy attack! All units, stay alert!"

Serpent Coil's security forces reacted quickly, sounding the alarm and entering combat status.

"Ho ho ho! Time for a robbery!"

Spark's people sprang into action as well. Lei Song stood bare-chested, wielding two light machine guns and spraying fire without restraint.

"Corporate lapdogs, have a taste of Grandpa Lei's bullets!"

His eyes were an unnatural blood-red, and veins bulged across his powerful muscles. He was clearly in an extremely excited state.

Ereks stimulant. After injection, it could greatly enhance physical abilities for a short time. It was an illegal drug explicitly banned by City Hall and commonly used in gang shootouts in Sin City.

Furthermore, the bullets that struck him failed to inflict even the slightest damage.

With the dual boost of drugs and supernatural abilities, he looked like a God of War.

The others followed close behind and launched an attack on the factory.

Serpent Coil's defensive forces were quickly drawn in by them, and the two sides immediately clashed in a fierce battle.

The frontal diversion also gave the lurking members of Team Three a chance to slip through the gaps and reach the warehouse entrance.

"Titanium explosion-proof door... Boss Lei, we need fifteen minutes! We're counting on you!"

"Pick up the pace!"

Lei Song did not waste words. He raised his machine gun and blasted a security guard who had rushed in front of him flying.

Honestly, if they could stay a little longer, he was confident he could kill every last one of these corporate dogs.

But Shen He had made it clear that they were not to get drawn into a prolonged fight. Combined with the mediocre quality of the hastily assembled equipment, he could only put on an act of fighting while retreating, drawing fire to buy time for Team Three.

Tch, how annoying.

However, something even more annoying was yet to come.

Less than five minutes into the battle, they heard piercing sirens approaching from afar.

"Inspection Bureau! Drop your weapons and squat down with your hands on your heads!"