Aftermath.

Yang Dao messaged Laohu Bai, "General, Target diffused."

Laohu Bai got back to him, "Do not relax, stay alert until the final sweep." her voice was calm. The degree of vigilance she radiated was also very high.

Yang Dao replied, "Roger."

The boy took out a mini binocular from his utility belt and set his gaze to observe the restaurant for any changes. He did spot the three children lying on the floor in a corner, drowned in their own blood. He took a deep breath to calm himself. Yang Dao understood this fact very well that at this moment he is a soldier and rather than revenge, the safety of these hostages mattered most. 

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