Chapter 268: The Mercenary Code
by xennovelChapter 268: Special Profession
What is a mercenary?
They are a unique vocation.
One might even call them true professional soldiers.
After all, they kill for money.
You could also say they’re thugs.
They do anything for cash—money over life.
They are armed and engage in battles solely for profit.
Anyone who pays enough can hire them.
Why was Xiao Yu so shocked?
Their numbers… seemingly fifteen mercenaries!
Only fifteen men—why make such a fuss?
That’s because many don’t truly understand this profession.
They have no idea what mercenaries really are.
Did you really think just anyone could become a mercenary?
Do you know what these mercenaries once were?
Thugs, bandits, fugitives, ex-soldiers, and even the desperate.
There are also those who join solely for the thrill of killing—true maniacs!
Just joining doesn’t make you a mercenary.
Absolutely not!
The world of mercenaries is a brutal elimination contest.
Elimination starts the moment you join.
Training. Missions. Battles… and ever-escalating purges.
Mission after mission, kill after kill, all accompanied by continuous eliminations.
Elimination of what?
Your very life!
Only the luckiest and most skilled survive…
Mercenaries are essentially killing weapons born of money.
They’re also the deadliest force on the battlefield.
A single misstep can be fatal.
Deaths occur not just because of missions or combat…
but sometimes even at the hands of comrades!
Think about that.
In such a ruthless survival environment, those who endure are remarkable.
Where does their killing prowess come from?
This isn’t mere hype about mercenaries’ skills.
Perhaps some of them are even less proficient in specific military tactics than ordinary soldiers.
But when it comes to battlefield survival and killing techniques…
they can match any elite special forces unit in the world!
And now, suddenly, fifteen of them have appeared?
Can you imagine the cost of capturing or even eliminating this group?
These men are masters of survival and killing techniques.
How far would they go to stay alive?
Imagine if these men infiltrated a normal neighborhood—what would the consequences be?
“Because we aren’t sure they’re all here, we can’t act rashly. We fear leaving anyone behind.”
Wang Dong’s face grew serious as he said to Xiao Yu, “We wait until they all assemble, until the moment they begin to leave, and then we strike hard to encircle and wipe them out—no one escapes!”
Understood… Xiao Yu nodded.
No wonder they weren’t making a move—it was all about leaving no one behind.
This is Bincheng, a bustling metropolis.
Anyone who dashes into the city is doomed.
The consequences would be unthinkable!
“Buddy, that outfit of yours just won’t do.”
The Special Forces captain handed over a set of training attire with a smirk, “This is our fifth collaboration.”
Nodding, Xiao Yu accepted the special training uniform… a military uniform!
“Zhao Long!”
The Special Forces captain extended his hand.
“Xiao Yu!”
Xiao Yu shook his hand firmly.
Five minutes later…
Now geared up in his new uniform, Xiao Yu stood before everyone.
Everyone was stunned.
They stared at him blankly, as if barely recognizing him.
In the glow of the setting sun,
his once handsome features had given way to a steely, impassive demeanor.
One could feel the strength radiating from his exposed skin, sensing the latent power within his towering frame.
Even Xiao Yu’s gaze had completely transformed.
His eyes now shone with a cold, profound light…
“What’s the matter?”
With a playful smile, Xiao Yu flashed his signature radiant grin, “Changed my outfit and you all don’t recognize me?”
Everyone snapped back into focus.
Indeed, he had transformed.
He had gone from being a cop to a soldier!
One by one, weapons were passed to the Special Forces.
Sidearms, pistols, magazines, two hand grenades, and two stun grenades…
Xiao Yu expertly attached each weapon to his uniform.
Special Forces captain Zhao Long and Group Nine leader Zhou Lie exchanged a knowing glance.
Even Wang Dong gave a deep look toward his junior.
Then everyone began to finalize their battle plan…
Time passed slowly.
Two hours later…
The sun had completely set as darkness enveloped the land.
In the distance, the dock shone brightly.
A team moved silently like ghosts towards the dock.
Two reconnaissance officers reached the dock’s perimeter first.
Two Special Forces snipers found a spot that was both open and concealed.
Two members from Group Nine also took up position at a high vantage point with a heavy machine gun…
Xiao Yu, Wang Dong, and a unit of special operatives followed behind.
“Confirmed: Seventeen operatives—two civilians and fifteen suspected… mercenaries!”
A deep, measured voice came through the wireless earpiece from a reconnaissance officer.
A surge of tension rippled through the team.
The numbers were finally confirmed; there was no need for further discussion.
Encirclement!
All eyes fixed on the container handling area in front of a cargo ship at the far end of the dock.
Through the perspective of Falcon’s Eye, Xiao Yu could clearly ‘see’ over ten foreigners.
There were Caucasians, Africans, and even Asians…
From the very first glance, Xiao Yu noticed they were far from ordinary.
Occasionally, a few of them would have their eyes darting around continuously.
Whether walking or engaged in other activities,
their hands hovered about five centimeters at their waists.
Why is that?
Because it’s a habit.
It enables them to pull out their weapons at a moment’s notice!
Their steps were incredibly light—even when treading on concrete, every movement was cautious.
Light steps first, heavy steps later.
This, too, was a habit.
A habit to avoid triggering landmines… even in a city.
Such habits were deeply ingrained in their very bones!
Xiao Yu’s tense posture relaxed considerably.
Perhaps mercenaries were terrifying.
But from their appearance, Xiao Yu noticed that none were equipped with heavy firepower.
In terms of firepower, National Security would easily outmatch any Special Forces unit.
What remained was a pure contest of… killing skills!