Chapter 102: Encountering an Attack

Chapter 102: Encountered an Attack

Xia Zheng had inherited part of Benson’s memories—for instance, how to pilot a helicopter. In fact, many aspects of the mission were greatly simplified, much like in a game. Flying the helicopter now required only managing the throttle and steering.

About fifteen minutes after takeoff, they encountered a storm of thunder and lightning, a grim omen signaling that the coming events would be fraught with danger.

Indeed, after a fierce gale and downpour, contact was lost with the two teams. The five members of Beta Squad had no choice but to proceed alone to Peijer, following their original plan.

“Damn it! This cursed weather!” Jim, known as the Grumpy Brown Bear, stomped his foot impatiently. The helicopter shuddered slightly, and an orange warning alarm sounded.

“Jim, you itching for a fight? One more kick to the floor and I’ll toss you out,” Carol scolded sharply.

Jim dared not retort. Though quick-tempered, he knew whom he could and couldn’t provoke. Besides, he had tried—he was no match for Carol, who could subdue him without even entering “Berserk Mode.” The power gap was dispiriting.

But Jim’s outburst eased the tension among the group somewhat.

In the midst of the storm, they had lost contact with Dirot’s Alpha Squad, and even now, communications had not resumed. Their status remained unknown.

“I wonder how Dirot and the others are doing, Carol?” Mario asked.

Carol tried to reassure them. “Dirot is an experienced squad leader; he’ll be fine. Besides, his team members are stronger than us.”

Chen Hui, holding his cherished sniper rifle, was busy cleaning it. Hearing this, he smiled wryly. “True. We should be more worried about ourselves. By the way, Carol, once we reach the destination, do we stick to the previous plan—wait—or start searching on our own?”

Xia Zheng, curious as well, kept half an eye on flying while listening intently.

Carol considered for a moment and