I Am Extraordinary Alone
Chapter 337 - 335: Self-Doubt

Chapter 337: Chapter 335: Self-Doubt

Helena Mina finished speaking, and the Chief of Staff added, "There are already terrorists collaborating with local government forces in several small countries within Heisai State, setting up black factories to produce these neutralizers. Moreover, in local conflicts, a large number of superpower soldiers have already appeared."

"So, this time it’s not observation, it’s decapitation?" Wei Tianyang said.

Helena Mina nodded, "This mission you won’t be going alone."

Upon hearing this, Wei Tianyang, thinking about his need to find Rada Gan, immediately refused, "No, I prefer to operate alone. Besides, my operational ability is far beyond your comparison, having a partner would only be a burden."

"That’s not what we mean, we haven’t arranged a partner for you," Helena Mina said.

"This is a counter-superpower terrorism operation. The United Council Army and the Sethiyan Federation Marine Corps have already formed an alliance. We will assemble 4,000 troops within 72 hours and deploy them from the Sethiyan Federation’s Georgetown aircraft carrier group. You will also be heading to Gambia with them," the Chief of Staff said.

Wei Tianyang thought for a moment and didn’t raise any objections.

"Steijie will also be involved in commanding this operation. We will establish a private communication channel in 48 hours. Steijie, me, and the Chief of Staff will be in direct contact with you," Helena Mina said.

As she spoke, she waved her hand in the air, and a 3D holographic map appeared in the center of the long table. It was a map of the entire Heisai State Continent, with several areas marked in red.

"These are the locations where the factories have been discovered," the Chief of Staff said.

"Why has this operation gone so smoothly? Have all the countries in Heisai State agreed to the entry of your troops?" Wei Tianyang asked.

Helena Mina smiled, "Many countries in Heisai State are still undeveloped, and while a few nations wear a veneer of modernity, they are actually just large tribes. We have notified them. They are currently too busy fighting each other for territory to pay us any mind. We don’t have time to wait."

Wei Tianyang sneered; the spread of the neutralizer involved the superpower special forces, the new era’s deterrent force. It was a matter of the old masters’ sway, and naturally, actions would be swift.

Moreover, being the most backward place in the world, Heisai State naturally lacked the strength to protest. No... would a protest even matter?

"You’re already deploying troops, it shouldn’t be a problem to eliminate a few unfinished products. Why need me?" Wei Tianyang still didn’t understand.

"The government forces have long been conspiring with the terrorists. This special military operation can’t be done bloodlessly. We’re not trying to destroy Heisai State, but to counter terrorism. Thus, most of the troops will be used for martial law and maintaining regional stability. We need you to carry out a covert decapitation. You’re the best choice," the Chief of Staff said.

"Many local people’s livelihoods are highly connected to the production of the neutralizer. It will be a tricky situation, so we can’t just bomb the factories with missiles. Moreover, it is necessary to apprehend the terrorist leaders and non-cooperative local officials. The task of destroying the factories is yours," Helena Mina said.

"If there are civilian casualties, will that also be on me?" Wei Tianyang said with a smile.

There was silence for a while. Since the meeting was remote, all the images present were electronic signals. Wei Tianyang couldn’t hear their thoughts, but it was clear from their expressions that this was exactly what they intended.

"We have a lot of confidence in your abilities. You’ll exercise discretion, right? Besides... dead men tell no tales. As long as there are no bodies left behind, who cares?" Helena Mina said.

Erasure...

Wei Tianyang didn’t speak; they saw him as nothing more than an eraser.

But on second thought, he was planning to operate a hotel in Heisai State in the future. If that place became a black market for neutralizers, it wouldn’t be good for his eventual retirement.

"I don’t care. Just don’t regret it later," Wei Tianyang smiled and said.

Helena Mina also smiled and looked toward the Chief of Staff.

"I’m glad we’ve reached an agreement. You have four days. We will notify the Emperor, and at that time, the United Council Army system will send someone to Yin Country to pick you up," the Chief of Staff said.

Wei Tianyang nodded.

"Choose a code name for yourself. Quite a few people in the military know your name, but not everyone has met you. To avoid stirring things up, it’s better to use a code name," Helena Mina said.

Wei Tianyang thought for a moment and said, "Call me Moby Dick."

"Moby Dick? Alright, is that all for today’s meeting?" Helena Mina said, looking towards the chief of staff.

The chief of staff nodded, and the meeting connection was severed.

At this moment, Baphomet jumped onto the table, its mouth sporting a tuft of black fur still smeared with white salad dressing. It eyed Wei Tianyang with its stripe-like pupils as if observing him.

"You are standing on my desk," Wei Tianyang said.

"Yes, because I found it odd that you’ve been talking to the air for quite a while," Baphomet said.

Wei Tianyang took off his AR glasses and replied, "There are many things you don’t understand here, and I don’t want to explain."

"That is the very source of confusion," Baphomet commented.

Wei Tianyang closed his laptop, and upon seeing this, Baphomet immediately leaped off the table and dashed out of the room, bleating as it went.

He didn’t chase after the black creature, knowing full well that Baphomet must have gone to the lawn downstairs for grazing and walking.

Special military operations in Heisai State...

The army wasn’t as idle as he had thought. People fought each other, ascending the throne, then challengers would emerge, repeating the cycle.

It was like an endless game, with players constantly entering the fray and losers being laid to rest.

A fascinating cycle, both cruel and heroic.

Wei Tianyang pulled out his phone and dialed a mysterious number; after two rings, the call was answered.

"Wei... perhaps I should call you something different," Rada Gan said.

"Call me Moby Dick from now on," Wei Tianyang said.

"What’s the meaning behind that?" Rada Gan inquired.

"The names Yishenmali and Wei Tianyang are known by too many," Wei Tianyang explained.

"Understood," Rada Gan responded.

"I’ll be heading to Heisai State in a few days, but not to see you," Wei Tianyang said.

"What a shame. I found a way to offload the gold I transmuted, but it brought new troubles. It’s chaos here, even in the most developed areas. The local gangs have set their sights on me, wanting to rob my gold bars," Rada Gan said with a laugh.

"First, tell me who you turned into gold bars..." Wei Tianyang said.

"No one cares about a few gang members dying, nor does anyone care if a few vagrants disappear from the alleys. You’re not one of those moral crusaders, are you?" Rada Gan said.

"Let’s think about ourselves first," Wei Tianyang said.

He recalled Moby Dick’s discussion on civilization.

Man must first possess savagery to have civilization... and even with civilization, one must not abandon savagery.

"I thought you wouldn’t agree with this approach, and besides... you’re faring much better than I am these days. Why suddenly think about an exit strategy?" Rada Gan asked.

Wei Tianyang looked down at the tips of his shoes.

"Good times come to an abrupt end, and also... does true justice... actually exist?" he spoke slowly.