After Marrying the Officer Chapter 1287 - 1286: Huo Shiqian’s Mission

Once the serious discussion concluded, Huo Shiqian inquired about the domestic situation.

Xia Chuyi provided a thorough account of everything.

With a sense of reluctance, the two then ended their call.

Following the disconnection, at the Southwest Border, Huo Shiqian handed his satellite phone to a subordinate for safekeeping.

"To avoid alerting the enemy this time, I will be undertaking a covert mission with only a few chosen individuals," Huo Shiqian informed Xiao Wang. "You are to remain here and maintain morale among the rest of the team."

"Ensure everyone believes I am still in the dark and have made no breakthroughs," Huo Shiqian calmly instructed.

"Understood!" Xiao Wang immediately snapped a salute and acknowledged the order.

The current assessment was that Guo Jiacheng had undoubtedly been betrayed by an insider.

Due to his lack of specific knowledge regarding Guo Jiacheng's circumstances and the urgency of the situation, Huo Shiqian had no time to investigate the mole.

Consequently, Huo Shiqian decided on a stealthy approach, keeping his actions hidden from everyone.

However, this decision significantly escalated the peril involved in the mission to locate and rescue Guo Jiacheng.

Thus, despite having already acknowledged the orders from his superior, Xiao Wang still voiced some hesitation after replying. "Commander, might I accompany you?"

"I have served alongside the Commander for a considerable time, our coordination is exceptional..." Xiao Wang began.

Before he could finish, Huo Shiqian calmly raised a hand, signaling him to stop. "There is no need."

"I am fully aware of the mission's requirements," Huo Shiqian stated plainly. "This is of paramount importance."

"I cannot entrust the security of this location to anyone else," Huo Shiqian told Xiao Wang.

"However, venturing into those mountains is fraught with danger..." Upon hearing his commander's words, Xiao Wang quickly responded, "If you go in alone, I too will not be at ease!"

"If anything were to happen to you, how would I ever explain it to your wife?" Xiao Wang still attempted to persuade Huo Shiqian to allow him to join the mountainous expedition.

To his surprise, Huo Shiqian merely cast a brief glance in his direction and remarked, "Jinx."

Xiao Wang: ...

He truly hadn't meant it that way...

After a moment of contemplation, Huo Shiqian gave a slight shake of his head and spoke with renewed seriousness to Xiao Wang. "It is better that you remain here."

"Everyone knows you are my trusted aide. Only your presence here will effectively serve as a diversion," Huo Shiqian explained calmly. "Your absence would only invite greater scrutiny."

Hearing this, Xiao Wang fell into silence.

"Do not worry," Huo Shiqian reassured Xiao Wang with another look. "I have already given my word to your sister-in-law."

This implied that Xiao Wang needed no further justification; Huo Shiqian would personally handle any explanations to his wife.

Furthermore, Huo Shiqian added, "Moreover, I have a rather thorough understanding of Guo Jiacheng's character."

"While he can be somewhat careless at times, he is exceedingly cautious and meticulous when it comes to critical matters."

At this juncture, Huo Shiqian's gaze drifted towards the dense, forested mountains that lay ahead. "Over the years, I have participated in numerous missions far more perilous and urgent than this one."

"Therefore, this undertaking is not as dangerous as you might be imagining. Simply adhere to my instructions and execute your duties here," Huo Shiqian stated, concluding his remarks.

With their superior having spoken, Xiao Wang had no choice but to comply in silence.

After a short pause, Xiao Wang executed another salute and addressed his commander with solemnity. "I wish you utmost success on this mission, Commander. I shall remain here and ensure your orders are diligently carried out!"

Nodding slightly at this resolute affirmation, Huo Shiqian then led his hand-picked team into the enigmatic expanse of the border forest.