Chapter 025: The action begins
Three days later, three days before the agreed time for the "Golden Apple", all preparations for Group B had been completed.
Liu Zimin's pretending to be Zheng Shaochen, introducing the kidnappers into the ambush point of Group B in advance, and detecting the arrangement of the "Golden Apple" in the convention and exhibition center in advance were the three most critical links of this mission.
Zhao Erhu, Sokolov, and Bruce, with the help of professionals from Xiangjiang City, installed hidden surveillance equipment at all possible angles of the convention and exhibition center.
The three of them took turns to monitor the movements of the "Golden Apple" near the convention and exhibition center to ensure that their whereabouts could be detected in the first place.
Ali, Han Long, Jason, and Ian chose a location in the middle of Repulse Bay Road leading to Deep Water Bay Road as an ambush point, which is on the west side of the road, a two-story building that is very easy to access.
On the other side of the highway is a residential area called Seri Gardens, which is still some distance from the road. The kidnappers will always choose a two-storey building on the other side next to the road, and the sniper team can take advantage of the height and view of the Serlete Garden to set up their sniper positions in advance.
Yang Fan has already made a detailed plan with Liu Yingrui. When they came out of Zheng Shaochen's villa, they regretted that there was a long and relatively remote road, which was the best place for the kidnappers to carry out the kidnapping.
When the time comes, the police will arrange police cars in advance on Deep Water Bay Road, and they will force the kidnappers to enter the pre-selected positions of Group B.
After everything was arranged, Ali, Daniela, Han Long, and Younas entered Zheng Shaochen's villa one after another, and they had to protect Zheng Shaochen in the next few days.
The rest of Group B also hid protection outside the villa. They must not allow the kidnappers to successfully kidnap Zheng Shaochen at his house, then all preparations will be in vain.
Everything is ready, but there is no news from Zhao Erhu's side for a long time.
At 11 o'clock in the evening of June 14, there was still no movement in the convention and exhibition center, and there was nothing unusual in Zheng Shaochen's home.
When this situation continued until the evening of the 15th, Zheng Shaochen and Liu Yingrui began to doubt the accuracy of the purpose of the "Golden Apple" this time.
Because after 2 days, the convention and exhibition center will be under full martial law, and then the pressure of the "Golden Apple" operation will be even greater. It stands to reason that they shouldn't have chosen to act at that time.
On the morning of the 16th, Yang Fan and Kevin came to Zheng Shaochen's villa. They met Zheng Shaochen, Liu Yingrui, and Daniela.
Liu Yingrui said very politely: "Mr. Jerry, Mr. Kevin, starting from the 18th, the Convention and Exhibition Center will be under full martial law. At that time, no matter how rampant the 'Golden Apple' was, they would never do anything again, unless they were suicidal. Moreover, the time they agreed upon has passed, does this mean that they have given up on the task? ”
Kevin thought for a moment and said in a deep voice, "Probably not." When we come to Xiangjiang, no one should be automatic, and even if someone knows, they may not be connected to Mr. Zheng's affairs. The exposure of the people of the 'Golden Apple' was purely accidental, and the information we learned about the 'Golden Apple' was also purely accidental.
Moreover, we have been cautious in recent times and are unlikely to attract their attention, and the 'Golden Apple' should not have discovered our presence. It stands to reason that they have been arranging for so long and have not found anything that threatens the plan, and they will not give up the mission.
In addition, the sea is located north of the convention center. They chose to carry out the terrorist attack in this position, and I believe those people never wanted to leave alive in the first place. So, even if they find out that the task may be exposed, they will not give up easily! ”
Zheng Shaochen thought for a while and asked, "Is it possible that the 'Golden Apple' took the initiative to give up?" Because even if it is in Xiangjiang City, public opinion will have a certain impact, could this be their purpose? ”
Daniela shook her head and said, "Probably not." The 'Golden Apple' is the best of this kind of organization, and if the employer hires them, it must be an intention, and it will never be as simple as creating public opinion!
They bought so many special ethers and explosives, and they definitely had to make a big move. The more dangerous the times, the safer they are, and the 'Golden Apples' may be taking advantage of that, and they may be waiting for us to let our guard down. ”
"Makes sense." Kevin nodded and said, "Mr. Zheng, Mr. Liu, June 15th is likely to be the 'Golden Apple' in order to confuse us, and their real action time may not be this day at all." The stakes are high, and we cannot let our guard down yet. ”
Liu Yingrui nodded again and again and said, "You're right! I understand the importance of this matter, and I will inform you that our people must not let their guard down until the end of the event on the 20th. ”
Yang Fan frowned, and suddenly said: "Director Liu, in fact, I think you can remove some people from unimportant positions in our plan, which is more in line with our proper reaction." And it can also confuse the other person into thinking that we have really let our guard down. ”
Liu Yingrui thought for a while, nodded and said, "Okay, I can appropriately remove some police forces." However, in order to ensure the smooth operation of the mission, people in key positions must remain on standby. ”
He stood up and said to Zheng Shaochen, "Mr. Zheng, I'll go back and arrange it first." Then I apologize for cooperating with the police these days. ”
"Director Liu, you're polite, I'll send you out." Zheng Shaochen sent Liu Yingrui out of the villa.
After sending Liu Yingrui away, Zheng Shaochen said to Yang Fan again: "Mr. Jerry, thank you and your team for your help, I will pay you the commission in the past few days according to the previous standard." Couple of them, great work. ”
"Mr. Zheng, this is what we should do."
The three of them chatted with Zheng Shaochen for a few more words, and he went upstairs if he had something to deal with. These days, Zheng Shaochen has almost moved the company back home, and all business is commanded by him remotely.
Ali and the four of them were on guard at a key position on the second floor, and the four of them were divided into two groups, guarding Zheng Shaochen's side 24 hours a day, not leaving an inch.
Daniela led Yang Fan and Kevin to the innermost living room on the first floor, which was arranged as a space like a physical training room.
In the living room, there are mirrors on three walls, and on the other wall hangs a large screen showing videos of Zheng Shaochen's events and interviews.
Liu Zimin was seriously watching all of Zheng Shaochen's movements, imitating in front of the mirror, mainly his demeanor and physical characteristics when walking, waving, and speaking. The time is short, and Daniela can only make targeted reinforcements for these scenarios that may be encountered on the day of the kidnapping.
Liu Zimin's expression was serious, and when he saw Yang Fan and the three of them coming in, he just nodded slightly, and continued to train those repetitive movements against the mirror and the video. The three of them watched for a while, worried about disturbing Liu Zimin's practice, so they returned to the living room.
Daniela said that Liu Zimin's performance was very good, and he had no complaints after receiving this task, and he was meticulous in training, Yang Fan nodded with satisfaction.
The three chatted a few more words, Daniela returned to the training room to continue to guide Liu Zimin, Yang Fan and Kevin left the villa and returned to their respective positions to be on guard.
In the early hours of the morning, Yang Fan and Kevin were sitting in the car on guard, and Parker suddenly sent a message: There is a situation in the convention and exhibition center, everyone turns on the radio, and the picture will be uploaded to the terminal.
Yang Fan hurriedly turned on the radio, and Kevin opened the laptop, which was a video. The screen was pitch black, but two people could be seen sneaking into the lobby on the first floor of the convention center.
They installed a long strip of soft material about 3 meters from a load-bearing wall, which was then camouflaged with decorative paint of the same color as the load-bearing wall.
Bruce said over the radio, "Boss, this is the footage from an hour ago, which is around 1:30 a.m. The other side installed a total of 7 bombs, all of which were installed in the core area of the convention and exhibition center, and the explosion range of the bombs directly extended to the exhibition area.
Huzi just went to investigate, and their bombs are very similar to the last time we encountered them in Australia, soft bombs, which can change shapes and have medium power.
The simultaneous explosion of seven bombs could collapse a corner of the exhibition center, and the ground on the second floor would also be very seriously affected. ”
"What about the bomb's current situation?" Yang Fan asked.
"Huzi has cut off their remote control system, and now the bomb cannot be detonated by remote control. However, he did not dismantle it directly, so the kidnappers would not notice anything unusual. ”
"Good, good. Peter Pan, how's the safe passage? ”
"That's it! In the event of a special circumstance, you can enter from the convenience store on the east side of the convention center, where there is a secure passage reserved by the engineer. There may be enemies guarding the convention center that day, but I'll be there to pick you up! ”
"Okay, you guys keep watching. I'll arrange the rest. ”
Yang Fan said to Kevin: "Sir, you contact Liu Yingrui and tell him that the 'Golden Apple' will launch an operation tomorrow." This mission focuses on protecting the people of the convention center and making him arrange according to the position provided by Bruce, so that he can neither attract the attention of the other party nor let innocent citizens become hostages.
In addition, let him invite Zheng Shaochen to the Convention and Exhibition Center at three o'clock in the afternoon through official channels to create an opportunity to force the kidnappers to act in advance! Also, try to avoid peak crowds. ”
"Okay, leave it to me." Kevin got out of the car and dialed Liu Yingrui's phone, and he wanted to communicate every detail clearly with Liu Yingrui.
Yang Fan stayed in the car, informed all members of Group B of the specific action time, and determined the final details with each team. On the morning of the 17th, everyone quietly completed all the preparations.
At two o'clock in the afternoon, Liu Zimin left the villa on time in Zheng Shaochen's car, Ali drove, and the car drove on Repulse Bay Road.
Natalie, Han Long, and Younas drove another car in front of them. They were followed by two plainclothes police cars, and Parker had been observing them through a drone.
Yang Fan and Kevin, those pretending to be the Flying Tigers, and the police were all waiting in Deep Water Bay Road. In the event of an attack on Mr. Liu, police cars were the first to be dispatched to ensure that they were intercepted at the designated location.
Liu Zimin's car drove near the Nanshan villa, and Parker said on the radio: "Boss, everyone, pay attention! There were 5 cars that suddenly appeared behind Liu Zimin's motorcade, which should have been hidden in the building next to the Repulse Bay Highway in advance! They are approaching at a very fast pace, most likely kidnappers! ”
Yang Fan immediately said on the radio: "Death, once the other party attacks, you have to find the right time and find a way to escape!" Your identity as a driver does not raise suspicion. Dulong, notify the two cars behind, do enough tricks, pay attention to safety.
After the kidnappers succeeded, all the police in the villa were dispatched to block their back road. The three of you are to keep pestering the kidnappers and controlling their speed until they meet up with the police car coming to support them from the direction of Deep Water Bay and drive him into the position we have set up in advance. Then, the four of you quickly join us and enter in disguise as the Flying Tigers. ”
"Roger!" Ali looked at Liu Zimin behind him and said softly, "Don't worry, we will definitely guarantee your safety." ”
"Thank you! Last time in Africa, you were responsible for protecting me, but I didn't expect it to be you this time. I know what you're made of, and I believe in you. ”
Liu Zimin said with a relaxed face, and looked at the situation behind him through the rearview mirror.
"Vehicle approaching, be careful!" Parker prompted.
The convoy slowed down as it passed through the bend of Juhaoju, and the five cars behind quickly followed, and the windows on both sides of the front car opened, and three men armed with M4 assault rifles emerged from it.
"Be careful, the other side is attacking!" Parker prompted over the radio.