Spy Wars: Strong Agents Who Are Ruthless and Talk Little

Chapter 172 A More Dangerous Existence - A High-Level Enemy Agent Codenamed "Red Heart"

That evening, he sat at his desk and lit a cigarette. He took a deep breath, his eyes calm, his thoughts as ethereal as the mist in the night sky. He reflected on the past few months, his own growth trajectory, and the hostility lurking in the shadows. He knew he couldn't let his guard down for even a moment.

"Su Ming." A familiar voice came from the door, bringing him back to reality from his thoughts.

Su Ming looked up and saw Zheng Yaoxian. He put down his cigarette, stood up, and said respectfully, "Master."

Zheng Yao walked in first, his eyes quizzical, as if observing Su Ming's condition. "I heard you were questioned at today's meeting."

He didn't say much. He knew that Zheng Yaoxian was fully aware of the internal dynamics of Juntong and that he was already aware of what had happened today.

"What do you think?" Zheng Yaoxian sat aside, lit his cigarette and asked.

Then he said: "They have begun to doubt me."

A complex light flashed in his eyes. "Don't worry too much. This kind of thing is normal in our circle. Your ability is too outstanding, so it will naturally attract some people's attention."

"But I'm worried that this kind of attention will gradually become targeted," Su Ming said frankly.

"You're right." Zheng Yaoxian exhaled lightly, his expression turning serious. "Espionage is a dangerous game. It's not just about the enemy, but also about the competition between us. The better you are, the greater the pressure. Sometimes, even the enemy's gun is less deadly than a hidden arrow from one of your own."

Su Ming nodded silently, but he felt an invisible pressure growing within him. He knew that every word Zheng Yaoxian said was a reminder of experience. The current situation was no longer just a simple spy mission, but involved a deeper internal struggle.

"Remember, always be vigilant and don't let anyone exploit your weaknesses." Zheng Yaoxian gave Su Ming a deep look, his tone low and resolute. "Now that you've reached this point, you must be even more cautious to remain invincible."

Su Ming felt Zheng Yaoxian's concern, and his heart warmed. He nodded and said, "I understand, Master."

Zheng Yaoxian nodded in satisfaction, then stood up and left the room. Su Ming watched him depart, a complex feeling welling up in his heart. He knew Zheng Yaoxian had always been his supporter and mentor, but in this complex situation, he couldn't completely rely on anyone else. Ultimately, he could only rely on himself.

For the next few days, Su Ming remained calm as he continued his mission, but his vigilance grew ever sharper. Those agents who had once worked closely with him now held a new level of scrutiny in his eyes. He couldn't tell who was a loyal comrade and who was a potential threat.

During one mission, Su Ming and several colleagues were sent to conduct reconnaissance at a secret location. It was a dangerous mission, as the enemy had already laid a tight net, awaiting anyone who dared approach. But precisely because of this, Su Ming was even more cautious. He maintained a high level of vigilance at every step of the mission, not daring to let his guard down.

However, midway through the mission, Su Ming suddenly sensed something amiss. One of his agents—his seemingly most loyal colleague—had inadvertently revealed a subtle flaw. The agent's eyes flickered as they met his gaze, and their movements seemed unnatural.

Su Ming's heart trembled, and he instantly understood. He didn't show any abnormality and continued to act according to the plan, but his inner vigilance was already heightened to the extreme. He knew that this agent was most likely the long-lurking "Plum Blossom"!

As the mission progressed, Su Ming secretly observed the agent's every move. He was clearly trying his best to conceal his true identity, but Su Ming's keen perception allowed him to capture more details. Every slight mistake revealed the agent's true identity.

Finally, with the mission accomplished, Su Ming took decisive action. Taking advantage of a moment of inattention, he apprehended the agent and secretly brought him back to Juntong headquarters. After rigorous interrogation, the agent finally confessed his identity—he was the undercover agent codenamed "Plum Blossom," who had long provided the enemy with core intelligence within Juntong.

"Do you really think you can keep hiding?" Su Ming asked coldly in the interrogation room, with a sharp light in his eyes.

Plum Blossom lowered her head, a bitter smile on her face. "You are much smarter than I thought, Su Ming. It's a pity that I couldn't escape your eyes."

Su Ming remained silent. He knew that today's victory did not mean the end of the crisis. In this world filled with deception and betrayal, he could only keep moving forward, without even a moment of complacency.

Su Ming has been in a state of tension recently, not only because his contribution in eliminating the "Plum Blossom" lurkers was noticed by his superiors, but also because he secretly sensed a more dangerous existence - a high-level enemy agent code-named "Red Heart".

This codename had always been an unspoken taboo within and beyond the Juntong. Both their intelligence department and the upper echelons of the hostile forces tacitly avoided discussing it. This also meant that "Red Hearts'" operations were not only covert but also extremely threatening. Su Ming keenly sensed that this high-ranking enemy agent was deeply hidden and could not be easily dealt with by ordinary means.

When he told Zheng Yaoxian about his doubts, he simply said, "Red Peach? Even I don't know this person's background. You'd better be careful."

This statement sounded a warning bell in Su Ming's heart. If even Zheng Yaoxian found this code name troubling, then the crisis he faced was undoubtedly more serious than any previous one. Despite this, Su Ming was not overwhelmed by fear. Instead, he felt an inexplicable excitement. The deep-seated desire for danger, the feeling that the more difficult the opponent, the more it would unleash his potential, was gradually taking over his thoughts.

A few days later, Su Ming received a special mission, requiring him to penetrate deep within the enemy's territory and obtain crucial intelligence. The mission instructions were simple and clear, yet tinged with danger. Su Ming knew this could be the moment of his direct confrontation with "Red Heart." On the day of the mission, he traveled alone to the location, a long-abandoned factory in disrepair. The walls were riddled with cracks, and countless threats seemed to lurk in its dark corners.

When he entered the abandoned factory, there was silence all around and a suffocating sense of oppression in the air.