Siheyuan: Reborn Silly Pillar, Taking Control of the Entire Courtyard

On the dark island, the stench of blood and the smoke of battle permeated the damp sea breeze.

The moment the bandit leader, Chongtianpao, crashed to the ground and died.

The notorious pirate gang, which had dominated the seas for years, was completely demoralized.

The remaining pirates who were originally putting up a last-ditch resistance and fighting to the death.

They instantly lost all courage and confidence to fight.

Without a leader, everyone was filled with fear and dread, their hearts pounding with terror.

No longer daring to defend their strongholds, they abandoned their armor and fled in all directions.

The pirates, like startled birds, fled in droves into the dense forests of the island.

But the isolated island beneath their feet was surrounded by the sea, leaving them with no way to retreat.

The entire island had already been sealed off by He Yuzhu's security team.

All around were elite personnel, well-equipped and decisive in their attacks, ready for battle.

The pirates who scattered and fled instantly became easy prey and sitting ducks.

The security guards had cold eyes, acted swiftly and decisively, and were ruthless.

Any pirates who attempted to escape or put up a stubborn resistance were killed on the spot.

Without the slightest hesitation, without the slightest weakness.

The fierce mopping-up operation lasted only half an hour.

The armed resistance on the entire island thus came to a complete end.

The battlefield fell completely silent, leaving only the howling sea breeze and the pungent smell of blood.

The entire killing spree was over without He Yuzhu needing to give any orders.

The well-trained and highly efficient security team members had already been working in perfect unison.

Everyone strictly followed the rules of the battlefield, deliberately leaving only a handful of people alive.

These men were all dressed smartly, exuded a powerful aura, and carried guns, resembling leaders.

He was clearly a high-ranking member of the pirate gang, a core member who knew the inside story.

In addition, all the ordinary pirate henchmen on the island were wiped out and killed.

Leave no survivors, completely eliminate future troubles and permanently remove hidden dangers.

The smoke of battle had not yet dissipated, and Shi Bin was covered in the smell of gunpowder.

He hurried across the battlefield, which was littered with debris, and rushed to He Yuzhu's side.

With upright posture and a respectful expression, he reported the battle situation and remaining issues in a low, deep voice.

"Boss, the pirates in the main combat zone have been completely wiped out."

"But there is a hidden dungeon behind the island."

"The dungeon held a large number of prisoners, as well as remnants of pirates who remained to guard it."

"This area hasn't been completely cleared yet. What are the next steps?"

He Yuzhu stood in the sea breeze, his clothes fluttering slightly in the wind.

His expression was indifferent and composed, his eyes were devoid of any emotion, and his aura was ruthless and imposing.

He spoke slowly and clearly, issuing precise instructions.

"Everyone, put on your masks immediately to cover your entire face, and do not reveal any part of your appearance."

"Mobilize all personnel to quickly and efficiently eliminate the remaining pirates guarding the dungeon."

"Do not touch, rescue, or attend to the hostages imprisoned in the dungeon for the time being."

Upon hearing this, Shi Bin immediately bowed and accepted the order, his tone firm and resolute.

"Understood! I will follow the boss's instructions!"

He Yuzhu then turned his head, his gaze sweeping across the battlefield.

Their gaze fell upon the security guards who were injured, lying on the ground, and gasping for breath in pain.

He immediately raised his voice and gave the order loudly.

"Everyone, move out immediately and gather all the wounded here!"

The security team members were filled with doubt and confusion.

It's unclear why the boss is prioritizing the gathering of the wounded over interrogating prisoners and understanding the battlefield.

But no one dared to ask a single question, and all strictly obeyed orders and acted swiftly.

No one dared to delay; they quickly moved across the battlefield, carefully carrying the wounded.

Soon, all the team members, whether lightly or seriously injured, gathered in the open space.

He Yuzhu quickly raised his hand and pointed out two agile and meticulous team members.

Two people were specifically assigned to stay behind and assist in the rescue work.

Immediately afterwards, he bent down and squatted down, his movements practiced and his technique professional.

They carried out emergency battlefield first aid treatment for the group of wounded team members in an orderly manner.

Hemostasis, bandaging, immobilization, and wound cleaning—every step was performed with precision and skill.

It didn't seem like someone who was figuring things out halfway through; rather, it sounded like a seasoned, professional military doctor.

Bai Yifeng had just finished dealing with the artillery equipment in the rear, which was now completely useless.

He walked slowly from the rear of the position and happened to witness this scene.

His eyes widened, his face filled with shock and astonishment, and he couldn't help but ask a question in amazement.

"Boss, you even know professional battlefield first aid techniques?"

This is genuine battlefield first aid technology, far superior to ordinary bandaging.

Ordinary people have no way of accessing such knowledge, let alone developing such proficiency and expertise.

He Yuzhu continued working with his hands, his expression calm and composed.

Without even looking up, he casually assigned new tasks.

"We'll talk about these trivial matters later."

"Go and interrogate those captured pirate leaders immediately."

"After careful questioning, we learned that they had accumulated valuables, gold, silver and treasures over many years of looting."

"Where on the island are they all hidden? In what secret room or warehouse?"

A burning light instantly flashed in Bai Yifeng's eyes.

His face was full of excitement, and he immediately bowed to accept the order, working with great enthusiasm.

"Okay, boss! I'll go and interrogate them thoroughly right away, I guarantee I'll get all the clues!"

Everyone who works under He Yuzhu understands him perfectly.

They risk their lives and endure bloodshed to carry out missions, all for the sake of real, tangible rewards.

The greatest reward is to achieve merit in suppressing bandits, fight to the death, and seize wealth.

Bai Yifeng, filled with anticipation, turned and hurried towards the prisoner's detention area.

Twenty minutes passed in the blink of an eye.

The remaining forces in the dungeon area behind the island have been completely wiped out.

No guard pirate was missed, and the threat was completely eliminated.

After handling all matters, Shi Bin quickly returned to report.

With a solemn expression, he carefully reported the detailed situation inside the dungeon.

"Boss, all the remaining pirates guarding the dungeon have been wiped out; not a single one escaped."

"But the large number of hostages held in the cells are extremely agitated at this moment."

"They realized the fighting outside had ended and the pirates had been wiped out, and they were frantically calling for help."

"Everyone is desperately pleading with us to rescue them from the island."

He Yuzhu slightly raised his eyes, his tone calm, and asked in a low voice.

"Who are the people imprisoned in the dungeon? What are their identities and backgrounds?"

Shi Bin quickly organized his thoughts and gave a detailed and factual report.

"The personnel are diverse, with various backgrounds."

"There are regular crew members who have sailed on ocean voyages and encountered ship hijackings."

"Merchants from various places who went out to sea to do business, passed through the sea area, and were unfortunately captured."

"Many of them are hostages captured by pirates who specifically go out to sea to plunder, kidnap, and extort money."

He Yuzhu frowned slightly, catching the key information.

With a hint of surprise in his tone, he asked again to confirm.

"Kidnapping hostages? These pirates actually dared to openly kidnap people in the waters off Hong Kong?"

The waters surrounding Hong Kong are under close patrol and the marine police are stationed there permanently.

To dare to rob and kidnap in this territory is truly outrageous.

"It shouldn't be near the Hong Kong waters."

Shi Bin quickly explained the reason.

"Based on the statements made by the remaining pirates during the interrogation just now."

"These hostages were all abducted by pirates on international shipping routes."

"They plundered across the sea, evading the patrol range of the local marine police."

He Yuzhu nodded slightly, having already figured out the whole situation.

After a brief moment of deliberation, a solution was quickly finalized.

"Go to the dungeon now and screen all the hostages."

"We specifically selected all crew members who were proficient in navigation and skilled in navigating ships."

"The remaining ordinary businessmen and hostages will be held in place for the time being."

"Provide them with sufficient drinking water and compressed food to ensure their basic survival."

"Just wait patiently for the official police to arrive on the island and rescue you."

Shi Bin instantly understood the boss's deeper meaning, and a knowing glint flashed in his eyes.

To tentatively ask a question.

"Boss, are you planning to... requisition all the pirate ships in the port?"

A glint of unfathomable brilliance flashed in He Yuzhu's eyes.

With a confident tone, he slowly explained his plan.

"That's right, all the ships in the island's port that are capable of starting up and sailing normally."

"Get everything moving, leave no one behind, sail them all back to our private port."

"We won't leave any resources or assets to outsiders."

"Understood! I'll go down immediately to select crew members and arrange for the ship to depart!"

Shi Bin asked no more questions, immediately accepted the order, turned around, and hurried to the dungeon.

After Shi Bin left, He Yuzhu turned to look at the security team members who remained beside him.

He issued the instruction for statistical verification in a low voice.

"Immediately conduct a comprehensive inventory of casualties for all personnel involved in this battle."

"Make a complete list of all those who were lightly wounded, seriously wounded, or killed in action."

"The remains of fallen soldiers will be collected and properly disposed of."

"All wounded team members are to be gathered here and brought to stand by."

"Yes, sir! As you command, boss!"

The security team members responded immediately and quickly rushed to various locations to carry out statistical work.

Just a few minutes later, the team members responsible for statistics quickly returned.

With a solemn expression, he solemnly reported the final casualty figures.

"Boss, the tally is complete! All personnel are participating in this island bandit suppression operation."

"A total of three personnel were killed in action."

"Five people were seriously injured and twenty people were slightly injured."

The few figures suggest that the casualties were minimal.

However, this is a favorable situation for our side, which is based on advance deployment, overwhelming firepower, and proactive surprise attack.

Facing a group of disorganized and poorly equipped desperate pirates.

The fact that casualties and serious injuries still occurred clearly shows the team's shortcomings.

After hearing the data, a hint of coldness and dissatisfaction flashed across He Yuzhu's eyes.

His tone was somewhat serious as he offered his comments in a calm and understated manner.

"A superior battle situation characterized by favorable timing and location, advance ambush, and surprise firepower."

"These casualty figures are enough to prove that you still lack refinement and experience."

"Insufficient practical experience, poor teamwork, and inadequate on-the-spot adaptability."

All the security guards lowered their heads and looked down, their faces full of guilt.

No one dared to utter a single word of rebuttal; they all responded solemnly in unison.

"It's the boss! We know we're inadequate!"

"Once we get back, we will train even harder to hone our combat skills!"

Seeing everyone's expressions of remorse and repentance, He Yuzhu sighed softly.

His tone was tinged with helplessness and regret as he murmured to himself.

"Ultimately, the problem is the lack of top-notch professional instructors to oversee the special training."

Ordinary daily training is ultimately insufficient to withstand high-intensity real combat.

The team members beside him stood quietly, not daring to say a word.

Everyone is well aware of the team's current training shortcomings.

Nowadays, most of the team's training instructors are ordinary soldiers who have retired from the battlefield.

Although they have basic practical experience, they lack systematic teaching skills.

Some instructors have never even been on a real battlefield where life and death are at stake.

The teaching method relied entirely on trial and error, resulting in a disorganized and unsystematic training system.

If Wang Cuiping hadn't come specifically to give all the staff a systematic training session, it would have been a different story.

In addition, He Yuzhu personally took part in the training, providing targeted intensive practice for several days.

Without refining basic teamwork and adaptability, the casualties in this battle will only be more severe.

Just as the atmosphere at the scene was becoming somewhat solemn.

Bai Yifeng, who had gone to interrogate the pirates and explore the treasure chamber, hurriedly returned.

He was no longer the clean and tidy man he once was.

His clothes were stained with dark red blood, carrying a strong sense of battlefield atmosphere.

It is not hard to see that the interrogation process just now was also accompanied by ruthless killing.

Bai Yifeng quickly walked to He Yuzhu's side.

He leaned slightly forward, lowered his voice, and spoke at a volume that only the two of them could hear.

His tone was filled with extreme shock and ecstasy as he quickly reported in a low voice.

"Boss, we've got the results! We've gotten all the details!"

"I personally followed the pirates to the secret room to check!"

"These pirates, who have dominated the seas for decades, are incredibly wealthy!"

"The secret chamber is filled with all sorts of rare resources, priceless treasures, and immense wealth!"

"The value is immeasurable. Boss, what should we do with this enormous fortune?"

He Yuzhu turned his head and gave Bai Yifeng a deep look.

His eyes held a hint of approval and deeper meaning.

This kid is insightful, knows how to keep secrets, and understands what's important.

He is a smart person who is capable of being used and worth cultivating.

He also lowered his voice and asked softly.

"How many people still know the inside story about this?"

Bai Yifeng immediately gave a firm reply, his attitude extremely sincere.

"Don't worry, boss, I conducted the entire interrogation and investigation alone."

"No team members accompanied him, and he did not reveal a single word of information."

"No one else knew except me and the captured pirate captain."

He Yuzhu raised an eyebrow slightly, and asked softly with a half-smile.

"Faced with such a windfall, enough to make someone rich for several lifetimes."

Are you truly not tempted in the slightest, without even a trace of selfishness or ulterior motive?

Bai Yifeng chuckled, his eyes open and his mind clear.

With a look of both honesty and shrewdness on his face, he answered frankly.

"Hehe, boss, to be honest, everyone has a heart."

"Such a large windfall, it would be a lie to say I wasn't tempted."

"But I have a clear understanding of what's important and what's not, and I can see the situation clearly."

"Ordinary people simply cannot resist this kind of ill-gotten gains obtained through risky and dangerous means."

"If I were to secretly divide the spoils with my men, it would seem like I'd become rich overnight."

"In reality, he is plagued by misfortune, or he will be unable to protect his wealth and will be coveted and robbed by others."

"Either suddenly becoming rich and squandering it recklessly will arouse jealousy and lead to your death."

"Instead of taking risks and inviting trouble, it's better to work diligently with the boss."

"The boss has a grand vision, a vast business, and a far-sighted perspective."

"As the company grows steadily, we will benefit from it in the long run and make steady profits."

"A stable and prosperous life is far more reliable than getting rich overnight and living hand to mouth."

After hearing these insightful and clear-headed words, He Yuzhu felt even more satisfied.

A faint smile appeared at the corner of his lips as he softly praised her.

"Indeed, clear-headed and insightful, a smart person."

"Since you understand the pros and cons, I'll leave it to you to handle."

"You lead your men to thoroughly clean up the battlefield and eliminate all remaining supplies."

"Search the pirates' houses, warehouses, and strongholds thoroughly."

"Confiscate all available supplies, money, and valuables."

"The specific results depend entirely on your own luck and how careful you are."

"Remember, all captured supplies must be allocated in full."

"This is specifically reserved for the families of the brothers who were wounded or killed in this battle, and they will receive priority in compensation."

Bai Yifeng's eyes lit up instantly, filled with excitement, and he immediately bowed to accept the order.

"Thank you so much, boss! I'll handle it perfectly and ensure an absolutely fair distribution!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Bai Yifeng turned around and rallied all his team members to take action.

A large group of security personnel dispersed and headed to various parts of the island to search.

Those team members who were seriously injured and unable to move, and could only rest on the spot.

Watching the lively scene of everyone rushing to various places to plunder the spoils of war.

His eyes were filled with deep envy, and his heart was filled with regret.

They knew perfectly well that this was not a rigid, regular military system.

There are no rigid rules for mandatory submission or unified allocation.

Most battlefield spoils acquired by private security teams are paid according to their work, with more work resulting in more pay.

All the spoils from today's anti-bandit operation on the island are enough to make everyone rich overnight.

The night was deep, the sea breeze was cool, and time passed slowly.

It was two in the morning, in the dead of night, on the vast, dark sea.

A large fleet of ships slowly sailed away from the isolated island port where pirates were entrenched.

With sails hoisted, the ship cuts through the waves and sails steadily toward its predetermined course.

On every ship, everyone looked incredibly excited and joyful.

Those merchant ship crew members and hostages who escaped death in the dungeon and survived by sheer luck.

My heart is filled with relief and lingering fear at surviving such a close call; I cherish this life all the more.

All the security personnel who participated in the operation were overjoyed and had a great time.

The seized valuables hidden on each person were worth tens of thousands of Hong Kong dollars.

This group of pirates had been entrenched in the seas for many years, accumulating a large amount of cash and treasures that could not be laundered or circulated.

This ill-gotten wealth is illicit and cannot be spent legitimately.

Today, all the benefits have gone to the security team members who risked their lives.

The fleet sailed steadily.

After everyone had boarded the ship and settled in.

Bai Yifeng deliberately avoided all the team members and accompanied He Yuzhu alone.

The two boarded a small speedboat and returned to the secret room on the island.

The so-called secret room is not a small, hidden compartment at all.

It is actually a large-scale, man-made, hidden underground warehouse.

Within the vast space, there was a dazzling array of items, piled up like mountains.

Gold and silver, rare pearls and gems, antiques passed down through generations, and calligraphy and paintings by famous artists.

Tons of grain reserves, various rare medicines, and all kinds of military equipment and weapons.

All kinds of scarce resources were readily available, filling the entire huge warehouse.

All of it was the enormous wealth accumulated by pirates over decades of roaming the seas and plundering all directions.

After briefly confirming all the treasures and supplies.

The two did not linger, quickly left the secret room, boarded the ship, and rejoined their group.

Around 3:30 a.m.

The massive fleet made several detours, deliberately avoiding patrol routes and monitored sea areas.

After winding around several times, we smoothly entered He Yuzhu's private, secluded harbor.

The port is private and secluded, with no patrols, no disturbances, and is absolutely safe.

All the ships came to a stop and docked, and people began to disembark in an orderly manner and transfer supplies.

The only exception was the hostages and crew members rescued from the island's dungeon.

They did not gain freedom; they were all bound and restricted in a unified manner.

They were herded onto an old fishing boat of considerable size.

Like cargo being packed, they were crammed tightly into the narrow cabin.

The crowded, enclosed cabin was dark, oppressive, and completely stuffy.

This instantly plunged all the captured hostages into extreme panic and despair.

The crowd couldn't see the situation clearly and mistakenly believed it was a powerful figure who had wiped out the pirates.

They planned to kill them to silence them, eliminate them completely, and bury them all at sea.

Extreme fear instantly enveloped everyone, and screams of agony filled the cabin.

"Don't kill us! Please, please spare us! I don't want to die!"

"Aren't you law enforcement officers? Why are you imprisoning us!"

"Please, have mercy and spare our lives!"

The cabin was filled with cries of pleas, screams, and pleas for mercy.

To avoid a noisy commotion and disruption.

The team members went straight up and used strips of cloth to gag everyone one by one.

In an instant, only muffled sobs and whimpers filled the cabin.

He Yuzhu remained calm and methodically issued subsequent instructions.

He turned to look at Shi Bin beside him and gave the order in a deep voice.

"Shi Bin, you immediately lead men to escort all the wounded and the remains of the fallen soldiers back home."

"Properly arrange for the treatment of the wounded and properly handle the funeral arrangements and compensation for the fallen brothers."

"The entire process must be handled meticulously, without the slightest mistake."

"Understood! Don't worry, boss, I will handle everything properly!"

Shi Bin accepted the order and immediately led a team to escort the wounded and the remains away.

He Yuzhu turned to look at Bai Yifeng and continued to arrange the work.

"You and your men will remain at the port to conduct a full inventory of all the spoils of this operation."

"Classify and register them, and properly store and seal them in the warehouse."

"It's the boss!"

Bai Yifeng immediately responded and began arranging for people to inventory the supplies.

All personnel were properly arranged and all follow-up work was completed.

He Yuzhu, alone, took the small speedboat back into service.

He turned the ship around again and sped off alone toward the pirate island.

No one in the room could figure out the boss's intentions.

Only Bai Yifeng, who knew the secret treasures of the chamber from beginning to end, was fully aware of the situation.

He knew perfectly well that the boss had returned alone only to acquire that priceless treasure.

The other security guards secretly speculated and made wild guesses.

Many people even mistakenly believed that the boss returned alone in order to completely silence the witnesses.

Eliminate any remaining hidden dangers, eradicate them completely, and prevent future troubles.

Many team members secretly regretted not knowing how to pilot the boat.

Otherwise, they could follow the boss and reap another wave of benefits.

The return journey for a single person was much smoother and faster than the outward journey.

He Yuzhu had already figured out the undercurrents, routes, and patrol patterns of the entire sea area.

There's no need to deliberately detour or avoid it; you can speed all the way to the island port.

The speedboat docked smoothly at the shore.

He Yuzhu rushed to the hidden underground chamber immediately.

All the gold, jewelry, antiques and rare items piled up in the warehouse.

Weapons, supplies, food, medicine, and all kinds of priceless wealth.

Everything was collected into the personal space, completely wiped out, leaving not a trace.

All the treasures and supplies have been completely stored away.

He then slowly walked to the outside of the island's safe house.

He reached out and untied all the hostages, removing the gags from their mouths.

However, they were not taken away from the island; they were simply put back into their original cells.

They thoughtfully provided them with plenty of drinking water and compressed food.

To ensure that everyone has enough basic necessities to survive for several days.

The hostages, now free to breathe, mistakenly believed they had found a way out.

They seized their last chance, desperately pleading and crying out.

Pleading cries, earnest yet desperate, echoed through the desolate dungeon.

"Good sir! Please have mercy on us and don't leave us here!"

"This island is deserted; we're doomed if we stay!"

"Please let us go! We promise to keep quiet once we get out!"

"I will absolutely not reveal a single word of today's events to anyone!"

"My family is extremely wealthy! I am willing to offer a large reward!"

"If you take me away from this island, I'm willing to give up all my possessions!"

Faced with everyone's tearful and desperate pleas.

He Yuzhu remained indifferent, unmoved, and showed no emotion whatsoever.

He didn't utter a single word in response from beginning to end.

Without even glancing at the crowd, he turned and left.

From that moment on, the fate of these people was entirely in the hands of destiny.

The matter will be handled by the official police who subsequently land on the island, and it will have nothing to do with me anymore.

He could take action to wipe out the notorious pirate gangs and rid the people of this scourge.

But he will absolutely not personally intervene to rescue these hostages.

If he personally saves someone, he will inevitably leave behind countless clues and traces.

It could easily expose oneself, one's team, and all of this operation.

This is the safest strategy to protect oneself and conceal all one's cards.

On the return trip, He Yuzhu deliberately changed the flight path.

They did not return to their private, secluded harbor.

Instead, they changed direction and headed straight for a remote, deserted wild fishing port.

The speedboat docked smoothly at the shore, where all was quiet, deserted, and the night was deep.

He Yuzhu quickly changed into a clean and ordinary set of casual clothes.

They found a completely secluded corner, free from surveillance and deserted.

With a thought, he took out a private car from his personal space.

I started the car and drove smoothly and quickly towards my home in the city.

The journey was smooth and unimpeded, and we arrived safely at the gate of our own detached house.

Stepping inside, the house is quiet and peaceful, with soft lighting.

To avoid family members asking questions and to save unnecessary explanations.

He Yuzhu pretended to look exhausted and physically and mentally drained.

He casually gave a few instructions to the servants and family members at home.

"I was exhausted from business today, both physically and mentally."

"Don't bother me, I'm going to rest in my study for a while."

After saying that, he walked straight to his private study in the courtyard.

The He family's study is more than just a place for reading and working.

The interior is specially furnished with beds and bedding, so you can rest at any time.

On ordinary days, when the children at home are noisy and playful, making the house restless.

Whenever He Yuzhu needs to handle private matters or rest quietly.

They would all choose to stay in the study, where it would be quiet and undisturbed.

Close the study door to shut out all outside noise.

After being completely alone and undisturbed.

He Yuzhu immediately picked up the landline phone.

He skillfully dialed Ah Lang's private number.

The phone kept ringing, but no one answered.

It was late at night, and Ah Lang must have been fast asleep, so he couldn't answer the phone in time.

He Yuzhu didn't persist in pressing the issue and decisively hung up the phone.

Instead, they quickly dialed Gu Yuanheng's private contact number.

When the call connected, Gu Yuanheng's respectful and composed voice came through the receiver.

He Yuzhu deliberately lowered his voice and spoke using a pre-arranged code word.

"Old Gu, it's me, He Fei."

Gu Yuanheng on the other end of the phone instantly perked up.

Even if he is awakened from a deep sleep in the middle of the night, he remains extremely respectful.

He immediately bowed and replied in a humble tone.

"Boss! You're calling so late at night, what can I do for you? I'll do it right away!"

He Yuzhu delivered his instructions in a steady and clear manner.

"You must immediately gather manpower and bring a full set of tools and equipment."

"I will personally lead the team towards the water plant to meet and wait for Ah Lang."

Gu Yuanheng was slightly taken aback, and a question arose in his mind, so he took the opportunity to ask.

"Boss, what type of workers do you need? What specific tools do you need to prepare?"

"Bring all three types of skilled workers: fitters, welders, and painters."

"Everyone brought a full set of working tools, repair equipment, and modification equipment."

He Yuzhu's words were precise and clear, without the slightest ambiguity.

Gu Yuanheng, still somewhat puzzled, continued to ask questions.

"Boss, is there any large piece of equipment at the water plant that needs repair or modification?"

"There's no need to ask about specifics for now."

He Yuzhu spoke calmly and gently, offering his advice.

"After you all arrived at the water plant and successfully reunited with Alang..."

"Call me back immediately, and I'll tell you the specific tasks."

"Understood! I will follow the boss's instructions! I will arrange for people to set off immediately!"

Gu Yuanheng didn't ask any more questions and readily accepted the order.

They quickly hung up the phone, mobilized manpower and tools overnight, and drove to their destination.

After dealing with the arrangements for his trusted confidants in China.

He Yuzhu's fingertips twitched slightly as he dialed another overseas cross-border number.

The phone signal was transferred several times before the call was successfully connected.

A lazy, hoarse murmur of English came from the other end of the receiver.

"Hello?"

The other party was clearly awakened from a deep sleep by the late-night phone call.

He Yuzhu spoke calmly and fluently in English.

"Orion, it's me, He."

Orion on the other end of the receiver instantly became much more alert.

Still feeling very sleepy, I asked with a puzzled look.

"What? It's so early, why are you calling all of a sudden? What's up?"

He Yuzhu had a meaningful smile on his lips.

He spoke slowly, his tone relaxed yet tinged with suspense.

"I'm going to give you an incredible opportunity, a good thing that others would only dream of."

Orian's sleepiness completely vanished, and he instantly became wide awake.

With a tone full of curiosity and urgency, he quickly pressed for more information.

"Good news? What good news? Don't keep me in suspense!"

"Tell me straight, what's going on!"

He Yuzhu chuckled softly, his tone leisurely and playful.

"This is a wonderful thing that belongs to you alone."

Orion was both amused and exasperated, his tone growing increasingly urgent.

"Hey, stop beating around the bush and teasing me!"

"Making phone calls late at night to keep someone in suspense is just too agonizing!"

"Quickly explain what this good news is!"

"Hahaha."

He Yuzhu laughed loudly, no longer deliberately building suspense.

With a confident tone, he slowly dropped the bombshell.

"I have a top-notch, incredibly important task for you; it's up to you whether you dare to accept it and whether you can handle it."

Orion was instantly jolted and blurted out a guess on his own.

"Top-tier achievement? Could it be a lead on the cross-border attackers from the north?"

You're overthinking it.

He Yuzhu gave a curt rejection.

"I have never had any involvement or connection with the forces in the north."

Orion was increasingly confused and puzzled.

"So what exactly is this achievement? Just tell me clearly!"

He Yuzhu spoke slowly and deliberately, delivering a bombshell message.

"Skyrocket is dead."

Those three short words were like a thunderclap from a clear sky, leaving the person on the other end speechless for a moment.

There was a moment of deathly silence on the other end of the line, followed by Orion's extremely shocked voice.

"GOD!"

"What! I told you this countless times before!"

"The Skyrocket Pirates are a deeply entrenched and powerful force!"

"The marine police dare not provoke them, the police department is powerless to eradicate them, and the military is unwilling to get involved!"

"This is something neither of us can touch or control! How dare you lay a hand on me!"

He Yuzhu spoke calmly and continued to add important information.

"Since I dared to take action, I naturally resolved everything completely."

"The weather is hot now, and the temperature is extremely high."

"If you had arrived a few hours later, Chongtianpao's body would probably have rotted and started to stink."

Orion's mind went blank; he couldn't believe his ears.

His tone was filled with utter disbelief, and he pressed on with a trembling voice.

"What? Say it again? I didn't hear you!"

He Yuzhu patiently repeated it again, his tone still calm.

"Skyrocket is dead, and the entire pirate crew has been wiped out."

"The weather is hot and humid now. If you delay any longer, the body will surely rot."

There was a long silence on the other end of the line, still filled with hesitation.

"You...you're not kidding me, are you?"

"This kind of joke that involves losing your head and shaking the maritime order is not funny at all!"

He Yuzhu spoke with certainty, his voice filled with absolute confidence.

"Do you think I would joke about something so incredibly important?"

A long silence fell over the other end of the line once again.

After a long while, Orion's heavy, deep breathing came through the receiver.

Once, twice, three times, I tried my best to calm my turbulent mind.

It took Orion several dozen seconds to finally regain his composure.

His voice still trembled as he asked the question solemnly.

"What exactly happened? What is the detailed account of the whole process?"

"There is no need to know the specific process or investigate the details."

He Yuzhu spoke indifferently, too lazy to explain further.

"You just need to seize the opportunity and act quickly."

"If you have enough ability and courage."

"Immediately lead the team to the island stronghold of the Sky Cannon and take over the scene."

"More than 300 long-time notorious bandits were all killed. What an incredible achievement."

"Enough to get you promoted another level in the police force, firmly establish yourself, and rise through the ranks."

Orion instantly sensed a top-tier opportunity for a meteoric rise in his career.

But what followed was endless concern and apprehension.

He quickly weighed the pros and cons and then solemnly explained his difficulties.

"No, I can't mobilize a large number of police officers from the Kowloon Police Station."

"The large-scale cross-sea anti-bandit operation is too big a fuss."

"It's impossible to hide it from the naval police stationed in the area."

"Once the water police find out, the credit will inevitably be fought over and divided up."

He Yuzhu asked indifferently.

"So how do you plan to handle this, what choices do you have?"

Orion hesitated for a long time before confirming with utmost caution.

"Are you sure... all the bandits on the island have been completely wiped out?"

"Not a single survivor, not a single fugitive escaped, not the slightest danger or hidden danger?"

"Oh, right."

He Yuzhu then threw out another heavy bait at the opportune moment.

"I almost forgot to tell you a crucial piece of information."

"Hundreds of hostages are still being held in the island's dungeon."

"There were wealthy businessmen from various places, ocean-going sailors, scions of prominent families, and hostages who had been kidnapped."

"More than 290 survivors are all trapped on the island."

"The hidden value lies in the political achievements, reputation, and personal connections."

"The benefits are self-evident and I don't need to go into detail."

Orion's breath hitched for a moment, and an intense glint flashed in his eyes.

Merchants, scions of prominent families, and wealthy hostages.

Saving these people is not just a political achievement.

It is also an excellent opportunity to build connections with top figures and solidify one's career foundation.

The hidden value of this is far greater than the merit of eliminating pirates.

"I understand! I understand everything!"

Orion responded quickly and urgently.

"Let me think about it carefully. I'll immediately come up with a plan and devise a strategy!"

He Yuzhu exerted pressure subtly, his tone carrying a hint of calm coercion.

"Take your time to think things through and plan. There's no need to rush."

Just a heads-up, the weather is unbearably hot.

"If a body is left unattended for too long, it will inevitably decompose, and the evidence will gradually disappear."

"If you are hesitant to make up your mind..."

"Then I wouldn't mind handing over this tremendous credit to the marine police."

"Let them take over the mess and claim all the credit and favors."

"No way! Absolutely impossible!"

Orion immediately became anxious, his tone becoming extremely resolute.

"This group of pirates has dominated the seas and wreaked havoc for years!"

"All the dirty money and all the benefits have long been secretly received and embezzled by the marine police!"

"Now that we've achieved such a tremendous feat in eradicating the bandits, do they really want to steal it all for nothing?"

"That's wishful thinking! I will absolutely not let them succeed!"

He Yuzhu concluded casually.

"Then you should devise a plan as soon as possible and act quickly."

"Remember not to delay too long and miss the best opportunity."

Orion was completely flustered at this moment and desperately tried anything.

He immediately asked for help, his tone extremely earnest.

"Wow! Wow! You've always been so resourceful and far-sighted!"

Do you have a foolproof, foolproof solution that leaves no hidden problems?

He Yuzhu smiled faintly and slowly presented the perfect plan he had already thought of.

"You're just grasping at straws in your desperation."

"But since you've asked for my help, I'll give you a suggestion."

"Police academy cadets were mobilized for a covert operation under the guise of field exercises."

Orion suddenly understood everything and realized all the key points.

He blurted it out, instantly seeing through He Yuzhu's intentions.

"I understand! I finally understand!"

"You want to use the police academy cadets!"

"Ultimately, it's all for the sake of paving the way for our friends Yu Zecheng and Wang Cuiping!"

He instantly understood everything and then sincerely praised it.

"But your approach is absolutely brilliant and foolproof!"

"Police academy cadets have not yet been formally enlisted and are not part of the official staffing system."

"Training outside is perfectly legitimate, involves minimal disturbance, and is highly confidential."

"We can absolutely keep all the secrets completely under control until the operation is over!"

"We won't alert the marine police, and we won't let the news leak out!"

He Yuzhu spoke calmly and frankly.

"This is just a safe suggestion I'm giving you on a whim."

"Such an astonishing achievement is enough to elevate you to the next level."

"I took the opportunity to help my two friends solidify their positions and accumulate political achievements."

"It's just a small thing for you, it shouldn't be difficult for you, right?"

Orian sighed sincerely, his tone full of admiration.

"The thinking and strategies of the Chinese are indeed profound, insightful, and meticulously calculated!"

"I will carefully refine the plan and ensure the safe and sound implementation of all actions!"

"I will absolutely seize this incredible opportunity and will not let you down!"

"Okay, then you can make your own plans. I'll hang up now."

He Yuzhu finished speaking casually and hung up the phone.

The receiver was slowly lowered, and the study returned to silence.

Orian, on the other end of the phone, sat there for a long time, holding the receiver.

My heart was already filled with a turbulent storm, which I could not calm down for a long time.

He knew better than anyone the terrifying strength of Skyrocket's pirate gang.

They have dominated the seas for over a decade, plundering countless empires and earning a notorious reputation.

The marine police accepted bribes and feared them like tigers, daring not to provoke them.

Regular armies find it troublesome, fear casualties, and are unwilling to get involved in maritime piracy.

The various forces are passing the buck, no one dares to intervene, and no one can eliminate them.

This was a major maritime threat that had lingered for many years and no one could cure.

Incredibly, He Yuzhu uprooted and completely destroyed them in just a few days.

At this moment, he had to completely reassess He Yuzhu's true strength.

Deep down, I admire this mysterious, powerful, and well-connected Chinese friend.

It was filled with extreme awe, fear, and a deep desire to curry favor.

He had even begun to dream about it.

Riding on this tremendous achievement, may you rise through the ranks and achieve great success.

He eventually secured the top position of Commissioner of Police of Hong Kong.

"Orion? Orion?"

A questioning voice came from outside the door.

Breakfast was prepared long ago, but no one came out for a long time.

The wife pushed open the door and entered, looking at her husband sitting blankly in front of the telephone.

With a puzzled look on his face, he asked in a soft voice.

"What's wrong with you? You've been on the phone for so long and haven't moved at all."

Orion snapped out of his daze and quickly put down the phone receiver.

He forcibly suppressed the turbulent emotions surging within him.

He forced himself to remain calm and gave a perfunctory reply.

"It's nothing, nothing serious."

The wife pointed to the dining table and spoke gently.

"Breakfast is ready, come and eat!"

Orion raised his hand in refusal, looking hurried.

"I can't eat anymore! I have something extremely urgent to attend to and must get to the police station immediately!"

His wife immediately became displeased and muttered a complaint under her breath.

"What's the rush? You didn't even have time to eat breakfast."

"Why are you so angry first thing in the morning?!"

Orion had no time to consider his family's feelings at that moment.

His mind was preoccupied with important matters such as suppressing bandits on the island, seizing credit, and strategizing for his official career.

He offered no further explanation, and turned to hurriedly tidy his clothes.

I quickly left home, drove at breakneck speed, and headed to my office.

During the drive, Orian immediately made a work call.

I called the Kowloon Police Station office to inform them that all my regular duties were suspended for today.

He lied, claiming he had a top-secret special mission and wouldn't be at work today.

Immediately afterwards, he dialed the phone numbers of all his most trusted subordinates.

Notify everyone one by one to immediately go to the police station to assemble and await orders.

With everything arranged, the vehicle sped off.

They headed straight to the Wong Chuk Hang Police Academy to carry out a top-secret operation.

Upon arriving at the police academy, Orion dismissed everyone.

He had a private meeting with Principal Zhou of the police academy in a private conference room.

The closed-door conversation lasted for half an hour, with no secrets revealed and no one knowing the content.

After the private meeting, Principal Zhou immediately summoned the school's core instructors.

The instructors who were summoned were all of special status and upright character.

Most of them were police officers who refused to compromise their principles or offend powerful figures.

An upright person who was deliberately sent to a police academy to retire and stay away from power struggles.

Either he is an upright official who saw through the darkness and chaos within the police force and voluntarily applied for a transfer to avoid the world.

Each and every one of them was personally selected by Principal Zhou and is absolutely reliable and trustworthy.

Among them were Yu Zecheng and Wang Cuiping, a couple who had just started working.

At the same time, Orion also summoned all his trusted subordinates.

More than ten core personnel quickly gathered in the small conference room.

Everyone here is a reliable, honest person who can keep secrets.

Principal Zhou raised his hand in a gesture of greeting, his gaze turning to Orian.

He spoke in a serious tone, extending an invitation.

"Inspector Orion, you will brief the instructors on the details of this special mission."

Orion nodded slightly and stood up.

With a solemn expression and a serious tone, he slowly revealed the earth-shattering news.

"Gentlemen, I have gathered you all here today for a top-secret and urgent mission."

"The Sky-Piercing Cannon Gang, a notorious maritime pirate group that has been entrenched in the open sea for many years and wreaks havoc in all directions."

"The entire group was wiped out, the bandit leader was executed, and the island's stronghold was completely emptied."

These words shocked all the instructors present.

His face was filled with disbelief, and his eyes were filled with utter incredulity.

The conference room was instantly filled with murmurs of amazement.

"What? Skyrocket is dead? That gang of thugs was wiped out?"

"Impossible! Those are veteran pirates who have dominated the seas for over a decade!"

"The marine police have been lenient with them for years, and many parties dare not provoke them, so how did they suddenly disappear?"

"This is unbelievable! This is absolutely fantastic news!"

The crowd murmured in a series of questions, exclamations, and expressions of shock.

Everyone knew the notorious and troublesome nature of the Skyrocket Gang.

No one could have predicted that this long-standing, intractable maritime problem would become a major obstacle.

It was completely eradicated overnight, without a sound.

Faced with the shocked questioning from the crowd, Orion remained tight-lipped.

He remained calm and composed throughout the entire process, never revealing any source of information.

They never mentioned He Yuzhu's existence, keeping all the secrets tightly under their control.

After a period of urgent discussion, repeated planning, and meticulous arrangements by everyone.

Finally, a flawless and watertight action plan was finalized.

Using routine field combat drills at police academies as a legitimate pretext.

Two complete classes were selected from among the graduating elite students.

Using the pretext of early selection and recruitment, they went out to carry out missions.

Orion, as a core senior officer of the Kowloon Police Department, personally took charge.

Within the police academy, no one dared to question, no one dared to obstruct, and no one dared to investigate.

Once the plan was finalized, everyone immediately took action.

Two graduating classes, nearly a hundred elite students, were urgently assembled.

The distribution of firearms and equipment was uniform, and the original plan was to distribute blank ammunition for drills.

The core instructors secretly prepared several large boxes of live ammunition.

They also carried a large number of heavy police equipment, such as rifles and shotguns.

They were all secretly loaded onto vehicles, ready to be deployed and annihilated at any time.

With everyone fully equipped, the convoy headed straight for the seaside pier.

Upon arrival at the dock, civilian fishing boats were forcibly requisitioned under the guise of official business.

The fishermen were filled with fear and reluctance, but dared not disobey the police.

They had no choice but to bite the bullet and set sail with a group of police officers to the remote island in the open sea.

During the voyage, everyone was filled with anxiety and tension.

Orion, in particular, felt a pounding unease and trepidation in his heart.

He wasn't entirely confident, fearing there might be hidden dangers at the scene.

If there are still savage bandits on the island, or hidden dangers.

A hundred police academy cadets with no real combat experience are highly susceptible to injury or death.

If any casualties occur, this great achievement will instantly turn into a terrible disaster.

The ship rocked and lurched as it slowly approached the waters near the pirate island.

The fishermen were terrified and refused to approach the port.

The crowd used a combination of coaxing and intimidation, employing both soft and hard tactics, to force the fishermen to sail their boat into the port area.

The ship sailed steadily into the island's port.

As far as the eye could see, the entire port was empty, silent, and desolate.

There were no survivors, no guards, and not a sound.

The place was desolate and ravaged, with the horrific traces of a fierce battle visible everywhere.

Orion looked at the devastated battlefield and was secretly alarmed.

He Yuzhu's methods were far too ruthless and efficient.

They truly achieved complete eradication, leaving no trace behind.

The pirate forces that had been rampant for many years were completely wiped out.

Before everyone disembarked and landed.

Orion strictly ordered all trainees to switch to live ammunition and load it into their chambers.

He repeatedly emphasized battlefield discipline, rules of action, and emergency response plans.

Only now did all the trainees fully understand the true purpose of this operation.

This was not a simple field exercise, but a real operation to land on the island and suppress bandits.

They are about to participate in a real combat mission to wipe out veteran bandits.

The graduating students were instantly filled with excitement and enthusiasm.

His eyes were full of excitement and anticipation.

To have made such a great contribution before graduation.

This is enough to completely rewrite one's starting point in life and future career path.

If he could be noticed by Orion, a high-ranking inspector, and recruited into his ranks...

In the future, they will definitely be able to escape the fate of grassroots patrols and rise rapidly in rank.

All personnel landed on the island in an orderly manner.

The horrific battlefield that came into view once again deeply shocked everyone.

Bloodstains, shell casings, debris, and broken weapons were everywhere.

The intense stench of blood was overwhelming, suffocating and oppressive.

Many of the trainees were young and had weaker mental fortitude.

I have never seen such a brutal scene of fighting.

He couldn't help but run to the side and bend over to vomit violently.

A veteran instructor looked at the mess and couldn't help but mutter to himself.

"The scene was so brutal that it was comparable to a real battlefield battle."

The other instructor beside him nodded repeatedly and responded with a low sigh.

"That's right, look at the traces of shelling, gunfire, and explosions everywhere."

"This is not the kind of combat effect that ordinary police officers could achieve."

"I really don't know what kind of force possesses such formidable combat power."

"Our Hong Kong police force may never have this kind of strength in their entire lives."

Orion didn't linger and immediately issued combat orders in a deep voice.

He exudes an imposing aura and is decisive in his actions.

"Leave a team to guard the port, control the retreat route, and keep watch on the surrounding area!"

"Everyone else, disperse and search the entire island in designated areas!"

"Search every nook and cranny thoroughly, searching for any remaining pirates!"

"Anyone who resists or attempts to fight back will be shot dead on the spot!"

"No warnings, no mercy, wipe them out on the spot!"

All the trainees and instructors responded in unison, their voices resounding with power.

"Yes, sir!"

"Use the remaining manpower to immediately search for the island's dungeon!"

"Rescue all hostages held captive by pirates with all our might!"

"The safety of the hostages must be guaranteed!"

"Yes, sir!"

Everyone present accepted the order and quickly dispersed to carry out their tasks.

Of those present, only Orian knew the inside story.

Only Yu Zecheng and Wang Cuiping knew the truth in their hearts.

The two exchanged a glance, both of them understanding each other perfectly.

Such a clean, efficient, decisive, and watertight approach to suppressing bandits.

This is a plan that accurately targets and eliminates all bandits, leaving no hidden dangers.

Wang Cuiping was even more certain.

She had received special training from He Yuzhu and was well aware of his marksmanship.

The bandit leader, Chongtianpao, was killed cleanly with a precise shot to the forehead.

This is absolutely He Yuzhu's signature top-notch sniping technique.

Ordinary gunmen simply cannot achieve such precision, efficiency, and lethality.

The couple tacitly agreed to keep quiet and strictly guarded the secret.

Knowing full well the gravity of the matter, even the slightest leak would be a catastrophe.

Everyone performed their duties, quickly cleaning up the island, checking for potential hazards, and rescuing the hostages.

The entire process, which lasted for several hours, involved searching, counting, identifying, and compiling statistics.

The final result was a set of truly impressive data.

The bodies of the pirates were counted on the entire island, totaling 337.

Various firearms and weapons were confiscated, the quantity of which was roughly equal to the number of pirates.

The quantity of ammunition was too large to be counted meticulously one by one.

It included two heavy machine guns and five light machine guns.

There were more than twenty submachine guns, and the rest were all standard rifles and pistols for self-defense.

All high-ranking pirates and key leaders on the wanted list.

They were all executed, and their bodies were all recovered.

Each leader bore the marks of interrogation and torture.

In the end, they were all shot in the head, cleanly and swiftly killed without any pain or procrastination.

All the wealth and resources on the entire island had already been completely looted.

The remaining odds and ends are of no value whatsoever.

Two hundred and ninety-four surviving hostages were successfully rescued from the dungeon.

After rigorous screening, identity verification, and background confirmation.

Completely eliminate any remaining pirates mixed in with the crowd.

The hostages include ocean-going sailors, merchants, and ordinary fishermen.

There were also several wealthy young men and women who had been captured while traveling.

Compared to the ordinary survivors, the fate of several scions of prominent families was particularly tragic.

They were imprisoned, tortured, threatened, coerced, and wantonly bullied for several days.

Physically and mentally broken, haggard, covered in wounds, and utterly wretched.

All the hostages, having regained their freedom, instantly experienced a complete emotional breakdown.

The scene was filled with a mix of crying, gratitude, wailing, and relief.

Crying for their parents, overwhelmed with mixed feelings, some were thankful to have survived, while others recounted their ordeal.

Police academy cadets receive professional training in hostage management and crisis response in advance.

Everyone immediately took charge of their respective duties, patiently calming the crowd, registering information, and compiling statistics.

The entire island was searched repeatedly to confirm that no one had escaped.

Police professionals used battlefield traces and landing trajectories to deduce the truth.

Ultimately, a conclusion was reached that shocked everyone.

This mysterious force is tasked with eliminating pirates.

It turned out to be a cliff face nearly 20 meters high behind the island.

Forced rock climbing and landing, surprise attack and breach of defenses, and storming into the island.

Such steep and almost vertical cliffs.

Ordinary people simply cannot climb up and stand on it.

The enemy was able to log in with all its members, launch a silent surprise attack, and annihilate all the ruthless bandits.

All the police officers and instructors were trembling with fear and filled with awe.

Everyone secretly wondered what kind of top-tier elite force this was.

Some even secretly speculated that it was the work of a top special forces unit from another country.

Orion's trusted subordinate quietly approached him.

He lowered his voice, his face filled with shock and confusion as he asked in a low whisper.

"Sir! Where did you get this top-secret intelligence?"

"Just who are these mysterious people who made this move?"

"They were able to launch a powerful assault from a 20-meter cliff, annihilating over 300 notorious bandits!"

"Their combat strength is terrifyingly powerful, comparable to a national-level special forces unit!"

Orion's expression remained indifferent, and he casually offered a perfunctory response to cover it up.

"I received an anonymous tip-off call, that's all."

The subordinate looked incredulous and continued to press for answers.

"Anonymous phone call? Based solely on one anonymous phone call!"

"You dare to lead a group of police academy recruits with absolutely no combat experience?"

"Deep on a remote island in the open sea, taking over such a dangerous mess?"

Orion's eyes sharpened, and his tone instantly became serious and cold.

"Don't ask what you shouldn't ask! Don't inquire about what you shouldn't inquire about!"

"Everything I saw, everything that happened, everything that remained on the island today."

"Anyone who dares to leak even a single word of this will be severely punished!"

"The consequences range from dismissal and investigation to permanent imprisonment and forced confinement at a pond as a form of self-reflection!"

The subordinates were instantly alarmed and dared not ask another question.

He immediately bowed in response, his attitude extremely respectful.

"Yes, sir! We will absolutely keep this a secret!"