Wasteland Hideout: Upgrading from the Sewers

Chapter 95: Farewell to Carmen, Night Talk

Boom——

Amidst the explosion and flames, several figures were thrown from that sniper position before crashing to the ground.

Rat-tat-tat...

The vehicle-mounted machine gun also began unleashing its power. Based on the previous assault, the Black Shield Police Department personnel had already pinpointed the locations of the Thug Prison raiders, and the machine gun bullets swept across the area in a horizontal barrage.

Yu Yuan watched as over a dozen Black Shield Police Department combat vehicles sped at full throttle from District 1 toward this location, and couldn't help but suck in a sharp breath of cold air.

He immediately shifted his gaze to Carmen's position.

Sure enough, Carmen's figure reappeared at the window, observing the combat situation through his scope.

The shock and horror on his face were unmistakable.

Carmen also had no idea why the Black Shield Police Department had suddenly appeared here and immediately launched an attack against the Thug Prison members.

Clearly, this was a long-planned counter-ambush.But as an enforcer, how could Carmen not know about this operation?

There was only one possibility—he had been deliberately excluded.

"Loris..." The name flashed through Yu Yuan's mind.

Taking one last look at the Black Shield Police Department's encirclement and suppression of both Thug Prison and the Burning Fortress, Yu Yuan had obtained the information he wanted. There was no need to remain here any longer.

He immediately turned and ran outside.

Quickly reaching the ground floor, this time he didn't directly enter the sewer.

Instead, he ran toward the building where Carmen was located, checked the map's markings for the building's front and rear door positions, thought for a moment, then went to the rear door location, concealing himself while waiting quietly.

Within minutes, faint yet slightly hurried footsteps sounded.

Creak...

The door pushed open, Carmen peeked out to observe the surroundings, then stepped out carrying his gun case, preparing to leave.

Tonight's unexpected events had left him unsettled; he needed to return and confirm what exactly had happened.

But he had only taken a couple of steps when a teasing voice sounded behind him.

"Well! Planning to withdraw already?"

Carmen instinctively placed his right hand on his pistol.

But soon, a deeply memorable and familiar phrase made him halt his movement.

"I told you before, don't do things that make me misunderstand! Still can't remember, huh!"

Carmen's body stiffened slightly. He set down the gun case and raised both hands, indicating he posed no threat.

"It's you!" Carmen didn't turn around, as he didn't know the other party's intentions this time and naturally didn't dare act recklessly.

However, he felt a slight sense of relief inwardly.

Today's operation clearly showed that Loris had detected it long ago and set a trap.

Being able to establish contact with this sewer rat was naturally the best option.

Because they shared a common enemy—Loris.

And this sewer rat was undoubtedly a more reliable cooperation partner than Thug Prison.

Watching Carmen's actions, the wariness in Yu Yuan's eyes didn't relax. His approach to contact Carmen this time also carried certain risks.

For Yu Yuan, maintaining some level of caution toward anyone in the wasteland world was the most basic survival principle.

But his decision to seek out Carmen this time was carefully considered; overall, the benefits outweighed the risks.

He didn't waste words—time was urgent.

He immediately spoke, cutting straight to the key points!

"I didn't expect you could contact Thug Prison members, but their ambush this time has clearly failed. Loris's terror far exceeds our imagination. You being excluded from this operation probably isn't a good sign!"

Yu Yuan's words startled Carmen inwardly.

"How... how does he know I notified Thug Prison? No one knew about this! Not even Hyena knows my identity."

In that instant, Carmen's emotions surged.

He felt goosebumps rising all over his body—the feeling was utterly terrifying.

Yu Yuan had anticipated Carmen's reaction; he didn't explain, or rather, this was exactly the effect he wanted.

Mystery was undoubtedly the best protective coloration in his interactions with Carmen.

"I came to find you for two purposes. First, to tell you that Thug Prison and Burning Fortress have completely finalized their alliance. They will soon declare war on your Black Shield Police Department, and this time their determination is substantial. This information might be helpful to you.

The second purpose is that I need you to help me acquire a piece of equipment."

Carmen was still processing Yu Yuan's first piece of information when he heard this, momentarily stunned before frowning slightly.

"Equipment? What equipment?"

"A 40mm grenade launcher!"

Carmen couldn't help but turn his head to look behind him.

"Are you joking? In the current environment, ordinary weapons or ammunition are manageable, but the quantity of rifle grenades is quite limited. Each round is extremely precious; even I can't expend them casually."

Seeing Carmen's troubled expression, Yu Yuan slightly shook his head and repeated:

"I don't need the grenades; I said a 40mm caliber grenade launcher! Is that difficult for you?"

Huh?

"Just the grenade launcher?"

Carmen showed a thoughtful expression but didn't immediately agree.

"If it's just an under-barrel grenade launcher, I might be able to find a way, but I can't guarantee it."

Hearing Carmen's words, Yu Yuan nodded slightly.

"No problem, an under-barrel type will do. What about high explosive?"

"High explosive is easier to obtain! But not in large quantities at once... You're not planning to make your own rifle grenades, are you!"

Carmen had guessed the other's purpose and felt slightly alarmed.

Regarding Carmen's words, Yu Yuan neither denied nor confirmed them.

After several consecutive explosions on Film Avenue, the sounds of combat had ceased, clearly indicating the Black Shield Police Department had completed their ambush. They needed to leave this place quickly.

Carmen also clearly realized this; he looked at Yu Yuan.

"If I manage to get the items, how do I contact you? Also, Loris must be dealt with as soon as possible."

Yu Yuan gave a slight nod.

"Loris is more troublesome than we imagined. I've discovered some circumstances about him and am still investigating. When you return, you'd better find out how they learned about Thug Prison's plan. Also, avoid contacting others recently."

"As for contact, when the time comes, just hang a white cloth on the rooftop of this building. When I see it, I'll come here at 1 AM."

"Then I'll leave first?"

Yu Yuan watched Carmen preparing to leave, thought for a moment, then called out to stop him, meeting Carmen's surprised gaze.

"Do you know the Aurora Animal Assistance Association?"

"Aurora Animal Assistance Association?" Carmen was momentarily stunned but quickly said, "Of course I know. They're at Johnck Zoo in District 11. Don't provoke them; we generally don't patrol over there either. It's our chief's order. In short, they're not simple."

Indeed.

Hearing Carmen's words, Yu Yuan knew he wasn't aware of the true relationship between the Black Shield Police Department and the Aurora Animal Assistance Association.

Their connection was probably only known to the highest levels.

"Alright, I understand. You can go now!"

Upon hearing this, Carmen immediately turned to leave, but as he turned away, a flash of sharp insight and contemplation appeared in his eyes.

"Aurora Animal Assistance Association..."