Chapter 268: Can't Leave Yet

No matter how dark Carter's expression was, ultimately, he didn't allow his subordinates to engage in any conflict with Renault.

The helicopter brought by Griggs was gone, but they weren't lacking one helicopter.

Moreover, Renault, having just saved them from the trap set by Griggs, it wouldn't make sense for them to turn hostile over a helicopter, would it?

Besides, how would they fight? Who would fight?

Renault had a dozen tactical dolls behind him, all watching silently.

Most of the personnel present, aside from Yegor and old man Carter, were civilians.

Gentiane, who had been watching from the side, couldn't believe her eyes.

She couldn't believe that these military representatives, who were so dominant in front of Griffin, would actually yield to Renault.

Was she still dreaming?

But all of this was real!

She witnessed it all!

The military representatives didn't even say a word before boarding their helicopter and leaving!

Of course, the aftermath was handled by the military personnel on site.

They quickly brought in a group of people, hastily cleaned up the battlefield, and removed the bodies of the attackers brought by Griggs.

However, while they cleaned up, these military personnel only tidied up their small area.

They didn't touch the wreckage of armored vehicles and mechs on the shooting range outside, nor did they touch the fallen mechs.

Alexander, who had been tied up by UMP9, didn't attempt to escape.

He was surrounded by a group of angry customers. Even though the ropes had been untied, he couldn't move freely with so many people around, each one glaring at him as if they wanted to tear him apart.

"With things having escalated to this point, will we still get paid for our commission?" Seeing Alexander surrounded by a group of people, Gentiane's heart was pounding.

"Don't worry too much. Chasing payment isn't your concern as a newly appointed novice commander. It's Griffin's business. Even the agent Helian can't handle debt collection." Holding a bunch of business cards, Renault reassured Gentiane with a smile.

Since the contract had been signed, they would likely get paid by Griffin. Gentiane just needed to wait for Helian to transfer the payment for this mission.

And Renault's goal this time was almost accomplished.

All the material merchants he saved promised to prioritize him for future commissions.

Most importantly, they promised him a very favorable price.

Especially after seeing the military representatives not complaining about Renault's occupation of the helicopter, they readily agreed to send people to deliver goods to the Red Zone where Renault was located.

"So, is this mission considered completed or not? It was supposed to be a security commission, but the exhibits were damaged one by one during the expo. Except for no casualties, the entire expo is a mess."

Gentiane felt that the way the mission was completed was difficult to accept.

It was like night and day compared to what she had imagined!

"Don't worry. Now, we just need to pack up and wait for Griffin to pick you up. But we'll go into town later. Do you want to join us?"

Even though they hadn't received payment yet, it would be a waste to return empty-handed after finally coming to the city.

Especially with an extra helicopter, flying back with one empty would be a huge waste. They needed to bring something back to not feel at a loss.

"Um, if I don't go, will I have to wait here in the square?"

Glancing around, Gentiane said dryly.

She didn't know anyone here and didn't have any cash on her when she came out.

If Renault left, would she be left standing alone in this empty square?

"Probably. It depends on when Helian sends someone to pick you up. I'll give her a call." Tucking the business cards into his pocket, Renault took out his phone and dialed Helian's number.

"Renault? Is the commission completed?"

Just a few seconds after pressing the button, Helian immediately answered the phone, as if she had been waiting for Renault's call in front of her phone.

"Huh? Of course. Didn't I just message you? When will you come to pick up Gentiane?"

The venue for this exhibition was about seven or eight kilometers away from where they could find a hotel in the city center.

Gentiane, who had no money and didn't know anyone, had no choice but to walk with her doll companions if she wanted to go to the city.

"Well, it might take a little longer. There's a problem with Griffin's helicopter right now. The only one left is under maintenance, and the rest have been temporarily reassigned for missions."

"Reassigned? How many hours do we have to wait?"

Although seeing Helian's expression seemed embarrassed, Renault didn't take it seriously.

After all, even if they were reassigned, they could complete the mission in a few hours, and there would be enough time for them to return for maintenance.

At most, he would just take Gentiane around the city for a while, which wouldn't be too much trouble, considering he was already planning to go to the city center.

"Cough, it might take a week, or even more..." Blushing, Helian cleared her throat.

It was somewhat embarrassing. She had been so eager to send Gentiane over before, but now that she wanted to bring her back, there were problems with all the helicopters at Griffin's headquarters.

It would be too much of a loss to forcibly recall one helicopter that was currently on a mission just for a newly appointed commander who hadn't even started working officially.

But now, it seemed that the helicopter wouldn't be available until next week to pick up Gentiane.

But that was fine.

After all, she hadn't officially started her job yet, so she didn't have any urgent tasks.

The doll companions around her were now under her command, so there was no need to worry about emergency mobilizations.

Hearing Helian's words, Renault rolled his eyes at her. "Alright, then I'll take this guy back with me first. When your helicopters are available, just come over to pick her up at my place."