64 PRIMED FOR BATTLE (2/2)
After flexing her fingers, she pressed an acupoint around their necks, causing them to advance from sleeping to unconscious. She helped herself to two holstered guns and dismantled the rest of their weapons. She twirled the guns with a smile as she sat back on the bed. It seemed her escape was not going to be too complicated.
When she felt the vehicle finally slow down and stop, she was ready to take whatever was outside the door. She waited for a moment before turning the lock. Before she kicked the door open, she gripped the two handguns in her hands like lifelines. Regrettably, things were not going to be easy. As soon as she stepped out of the vehicle, she heard several firearms being cocked.
She faced the group of people in white holding powerful weapons, surrounding the military-grade vehicle. Behind them, there was a large garage door. She had not realised when they had entered an enclosed area. She weighed her options. It was unlikely that she could shoot her way out through that door because there were too many people. However, she could not believe that she had to surrender.
”Forgive the rudeness of my men, Ms Hu.” A cheerful female voice came from her right.
Hu Lei felt on high alert because she sensed the respectful shift in the men holding the gun. That woman must be the head of this shady business. She clutched her stolen guns even tighter as she watched a well-preserved older woman in a thick grey pantsuit reveal herself.
”You are as impressive as I expected. You know when I was a child, I loved Asian action movies. I did not think that I would meet a ninja in real life. You are truly remarkable.” She continued cordially.
Hu Lei became even tenser as soon as the woman said these words. Her best-kept secret had been laid bare by this stranger within seconds of meeting. The people who knew about this secret were countable. How had she found out? Her mind was overwhelmed with questions.
”Do not worry. These men are only here for your protection.” The woman kept talking like the men did not have guns trained on her.
”Protection from what?” Hu Lei finally broke her silence with disbelief and anger leaking through her dry throat. As far as she was concerned, she needed protection from them.
The pantsuit lady indicated for her men to move away and lower their weapons. She then motioned for one of them to open the large door. Like a little minion, the man rushed to the door and pressed a keypad. The heavy garage door lifted smoothly, allowing a blast of cold air to come in.
Hu Lei felt the biting chill sink into her bones. She strained her eyes and looked through the door. Outside, the land was white as far as her eyes could see. Her heartbeat accelerated, and fear seemed to flood her senses, mind and spirit.
”We are in Antarctica.” Her words were like a lightning bolt from the heavens.