freenovelworld Chapter 225 A consensus was reached
Chapter 225 A consensus was reached
He had clearly begun the most difficult training a few years ago, he had clearly completed countless nearly impossible tasks, and he had clearly proven his strength and loyalty, but why, at the critical moment, he still knew nothing and could only follow the instructions of others?
"What are you thinking about?" The master's voice suddenly broke Su Ming's silence. Su Ming was slightly startled and looked up at the master. The master's eyes were filled with a hint of concern, but more of a scrutiny.
Su Ming suppressed his emotions and said expressionlessly, "I'm wondering how powerful the force behind this is. How much can we rely on?" He tried to make his tone sound calm, but his inner anxiety inevitably revealed itself in his words.
The master looked at Su Ming, a complex emotion flashing through his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure. He didn't directly answer Su Ming's question, but slowly said, "We can't rely on any external forces. We can only rely on ourselves."
These words struck Su Ming like a hammer, piercing his heart. He had hoped his master would offer more clues, more support, perhaps even a larger plan to help him understand the true danger of his situation. However, his master remained as mysterious as ever, offering only vague guidance and no clear answers.
This concealment made Su Ming's imbalance even more intense. He had always known that he didn't have all the information, but this time, the situation seemed to have completely pushed him into the position of an outsider. He suddenly felt like he was being kept in the dark.
The old man sat in the corner, his eyes as deep as a pool. He glanced at Su Ming, as if anticipating his emotional fluctuations, and whispered, "Young man, a mission is never about personal honor and achievement, but about teamwork and trust."
Su Ming frowned slightly at this remark. He felt a surge of irritation, as if the teachings and instructions of the older generation couldn't truly alleviate his inner anxiety and confusion.
"It's not that I don't understand the importance of teamwork," Su Ming pursed his lips, his voice low but firm, "but the current situation has clearly exceeded our previous plans. We are not facing an ordinary enemy, but a complex system. If we don't understand everything, or even every move of the enemy, how can we respond?"
His words were tinged with unease and doubt. Despite his absolute respect and trust for his master, a sense of restlessness was now taking over. He longed for more information, for control, rather than simply following instructions.
The Master's eyes grew darker after hearing Su Ming's question. He remained silent for a moment, as if weighing something, before softly saying, "Do you think I'm hiding something from you?"
This direct question left Su Ming speechless. He knew his master rarely asked him such direct questions, especially ones so emotionally charged. Su Ming instinctively wanted to deny it, but the doubt and uneasiness in his heart were real.
He lowered his head and was silent for a moment. Then he whispered, "I don't want to doubt you. But I am indeed confused now. Confused by the complexity of this mission, confused by the fact that I don't seem to have a complete grasp of the situation."
These words came almost from the bottom of Su Ming's heart. He never easily revealed his emotions, especially in front of his master. But today, he could no longer suppress his inner anxiety.
After listening to this, the master's eyes remained calm and insightful. He sighed softly and said, "Su Ming, I'm not hiding anything from you. It's just that some things require you to experience and understand them on your own. I can't give you all the answers directly, because that won't help you truly grow."
The Master's tone held a hint of deep meaning, which calmed Su Ming's uneasiness a little. The Master continued, "You're feeling uneasy and out of control right now, and that's normal. Every agent experiences this feeling as they grow. You face not only the complexity of the mission, but also your own inner struggles. You want to be in control of everything, but this world, especially in our environment, is often beyond your control."
These words gradually calmed Su Ming's emotions. He closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to regain his composure.
"You are my apprentice. I chose you because I trust your ability and judgment. Although the situation today is complicated, we are not unprepared." The master walked to Su Ming's side, his tone firm and steady, "You must learn to trust, not just trust me, but trust yourself as well."
Su Ming raised his head and looked at his master with a determined gaze. Although his inner confusion had not yet completely dissipated, he knew that his master's words were not without reason. He had always been too focused on controlling every detail of the mission, trying to control every situation, but reality was always more complicated than expected.
"I understand." Su Ming finally spoke, his tone calm but with a hint of determination. He knew he had to let go of that obsession and not let anxiety and uneasiness hinder his progress.
The master nodded and turned to look at the old man: "Next, we need to act quickly. We don't have much time, and the enemy is approaching."
The old man nodded, slowly stood up, and walked to a table piled with documents. He pulled a few sheets from the pile and handed them to Su Ming. "These are the detailed information you need about their plans and key figures. This operation will be very dangerous, but I believe you are mentally prepared."
Su Ming took the document and scanned it carefully. The contents made him tense again. He realized that this was not just an ordinary mission, but a game involving the interests of many parties. No matter how hard he tried to escape, he could not avoid being dragged into it.
But this time, he was no longer afraid.
Su Ming took a deep breath, raised his head and looked at his master, his eyes full of determination: "I will complete the task."
The master nodded slightly, revealing a relieved smile: "Very good. Remember, no matter how dangerous the front is, you are not fighting alone."
The old man also stood aside and nodded gently, with a hint of appreciation in his eyes: "You are still young, but your determination is stronger than many people. I hope you can succeed."
Su Ming followed his master out of the basement, his steps steady, yet a sense of inexplicable loss permeated his heart. While the previous conversation had seemed to have reached a consensus, he vaguely sensed that his master's attitude toward him had grown colder. In the past, he had always felt an invisible support and care in his master's presence. Even during the most rigorous training, his master's words and gaze always conveyed a certain affirmation. But this time, his master's attitude seemed a bit cold, even carrying an unspoken sense of distance.