Longcheng Municipal Building, inside the command center headquarters.
The commander of the garrison held the microphone in his right hand, frowned and asked, "Is there still a chance to organize a second rescue?"
The special operations team leader replied without hesitation: "Commander, the enemy has been shocked. If we protect the hostages, we will not be able to organize another attack. We can break in, but after we get in, they will have enough time to kill all the hostages."
"Damn it!" The commander of the garrison corps hung up the phone and cursed with gritted teeth: "After this, I will definitely wipe out the Chi Army!"
At the conference table, Li Mingsheng picked up the cigarette box with a slightly trembling hand and lit a cigarette. He knew very well that the chance of armed rescue was gone and the hostages could not die.
If he negotiated with the gangsters in the usual way and waited until the matter was over, Li Mingsheng would be the first person responsible for the incident. He had just taken office not long ago, and if he had such a resume in his political career, then his career would be over.
The political environment in District 1 is special. For top Chinese political officials, the main stage is Dragon City. If they lose here, they won't even have the chance to find a place to lie dormant for a while, because it is difficult for Chinese officials to occupy key positions in various states and cities in District 1.
What should I do? Should I fight for my life, or should I just keep quiet and keep myself safe first, then step down
Li Mingsheng fell into a brief period of hesitation and entanglement.
At this moment, Secretary-General Lu, who had just been released, rushed to the command center by car and immediately shouted, "Mayor!"
Li Mingsheng slowly raised his head and looked at the other party with a gloomy look, and there was a certain amount of regret in his heart. If Secretary-General Lu had not proposed to the Supervisory Committee to attack the Chi Army along the Sinalo coast, this would not have happened now.
"I'm glad you're back." Li Mingsheng nodded at Secretary-General Lu, but his attitude was not very enthusiastic.
Secretary Lu looked at everyone and immediately said, "I heard about the rescue plan from Director Lin. I personally think that Su Tianyu, who apparently agreed to cooperate with our operation, may have a private connection with the Chi Army."
Upon hearing this, the garrison commander frowned and asked, "What do you base your judgment on?"
"When he was taken away by the Chijun, I was on the first floor where the hostages were held." Secretary General Lu frowned and said, "The other party took him up there alone for a talk, and the Chijun people were very kind to him. Su Tianyu's boss, Yu Mingyuan, was also called up there at least twice. This is all very unusual."
"This doesn't mean that Su Tianyu is suspected of betraying the government, does it?"
"The Yu family has a very close relationship with the garrison, and the garrison has an ambiguous relationship with the Chi Army. It's not surprising that they can communicate and talk to each other." Secretary-General Lu insisted, "It would be strange if they pretended that no one knew each other!"
The commander of the garrison looked at Secretary General Lu, frowned and replied: "I have been in charge of the garrison for so long, and I have never heard of any unit daring to have an affair with the bandit army! Do you have evidence? If you do, I will immediately order the arrest of the people and confront them on the spot!"
After saying this, Secretary Lu realized that he had made a mistake in his words, but he quickly corrected himself and said, "Commander, I don't mean that all members of the garrison have connections with the bandit army, but there are a small number of corrupt elements who are not firm in their stance, and they may have under-the-table contacts with them. The current situation is very critical, and we must ensure that no external forces can affect the rescue plan."
The garrison commander glanced at him and said nothing.
"The garrison has made a lot of contributions to Longcheng's military defense. Our government recognizes the sacrifices made by the troops." Secretary-General Lu added, and then turned to look at Li Mingsheng: "Mayor, I personally suggest controlling the Su family. If Su Tianyu and Yu Mingyuan have private contact with each other, we can use this to contain the latter, and even force Su Tianyu to reveal a lot of inside information; if not, this is also a safe defense strategy."
Li Mingsheng took a deep look at Secretary Lu and replied in a hoarse voice: "You are allowed to control Su Tianyu's family. They are not clean, and force can be used to control them when necessary."
"Yes!" Secretary-General Lu nodded immediately.
Li Mingsheng slowly stood up, turned his head and looked at everyone and said, "I have decided to agree to Chi Jun's request. I will personally serve as a hostage, enter the cocktail party building, and negotiate with the bandits face to face."
Upon hearing the sound, everyone came over immediately.
"Lao Li, you can't do this. You are in charge of government affairs, you can't put yourself in danger!"
"Lao Li, you must be very careful about this matter. If you are held hostage, our next actions will be restricted."
"Mayor Li, we have to be cautious...!" Secretary-General Lu also advised.
Li Mingsheng looked at the other party and asked expressionlessly: "Then are you willing to go back and serve as a hostage to negotiate with the Chi Army?"
Secretary-General Lu was choked speechless by this sentence.
"What else is there to be cautious about?! We can't rescue them with armed force. If we just waste time, the other party will kill us every now and then. If we keep going like this, the situation will only get worse!" Li Mingsheng frowned and said, "I'm the mayor. I have the responsibility to ensure the safety of the people of Longcheng and public officials. I'm willing to go in!"
When everyone heard this, no one tried to persuade him anymore.
"Follow their request and notify the media." Li Mingsheng pointed at his secretary and said, "I don't need to bring any equipment. I can go in alone."
…
Twenty minutes later.
A large district and many media outlets in Longcheng City simultaneously broadcast a piece of news.
"About two hours ago, a group of bandits claiming to be from the Sinaloa Ruler Army hijacked the Longcheng City Supervisory Committee and held more than 300 hostages. They demanded a ransom and the release of nearly 100 members of the Ruler Army who were arrested a few days ago on the Sinaloa coast for planning terrorist activities... The two sides have negotiated several times and have reached a basic consensus. Longcheng City Mayor Li Mingsheng has decided to use himself as a hostage to ensure the safety of the people and public officials. More information will be reported later..."
Outside the Regulatory Commission compound, Li Mingsheng got out of the car and walked towards the compound under the escort of special forces members.
The media around them, who had been going crazy, took out their cameras and took pictures of Li Mingsheng.
Li Mingsheng is a man of courage at critical moments. He also has ambitions and prospects for his political career, so he decided to take a risk.
…
Inside the Supervisory Committee Building.
Su Tianyu lay on the ground with sweat on his forehead, and Zhu Bajie bandaged his wounds himself.
"You're quite ruthless!" Zhu Bajie looked at Su Tianyu in surprise and said, "You can even come up with such a trick?"
"They will still suspect that I leaked the information. Getting shot will only reduce their suspicion." Su Tianyu looked at the other party and said, "I have another request."
"you say."
"If the mayor comes in..." Su Tianyu started communicating with the other party.