frightfiction Chapter 697 Bloody Rose!
Chapter 697 Bloody Rose!
The black-robed figure raised his hand slightly, and said in a cold voice like ice cracking a icy pond: "No need to say more, I have made up my mind and I will not leave."
Her tone was calm, yet revealed an unquestionable determination, as if nothing in the world could shake her resolve.
The air around them seemed to become more tense because of her words. The killers looked at her. Although they couldn't see her face clearly, they could feel the cool aura emanating from under the black robe.
"I will make the Black Crows pay with blood for their actions."
Her voice grew colder and colder, like a verdict from the Netherworld, and every word she spoke carried a chill that went deep into her bones.
The eyes hidden in the black robe were now flashing with a cold murderous intent, like cold stars in the dark night. Although not revealed, it was enough to make people terrified.
"But Chief, our base camp has been breached, and there's no way we can organize an effective counterattack right now."
Youlan spoke again.
"Yes, Chief, we have no way to organize an effective counterattack right now. Moreover, during the fight just now, I discovered that this conspiracy involves not only Black Crow ninjas, but also assassins from other organizations."
Another shadow assassin codenamed Hanmei also echoed the sentiment.
"Chief, please leave first. Leave the rest to us. We will definitely not let these guys go."
The shadow assassin codenamed Blood Sakura swung the long sword in his hand, exuding murderous aura.
The black-robed figure shook her head gently, the movement gentle yet filled with immense determination. The hem of her robe swayed slightly, and the rose embroidery seemed to tremble quietly in the darkness, as if sensing the solemn atmosphere of the moment.
"Since they dared to attack, they must have made thorough preparations. Although each of you possesses extraordinary skills, they are coming with such force that their strength is ultimately limited. Only by breaking out can we preserve the flame of inheritance for the Scarlet Rose."
Her voice was still cold, but there was a hint of helplessness and sadness in her resoluteness.
A gentle breeze blew by, and the collar of the black robe opened slightly, revealing a neck as white as porcelain. The lines were graceful and cold, just like the first snow in winter, emitting a faint halo in the darkness, adding a bit of mystery and nobility.
Her posture was straight, as if even in the face of this desperate situation, she was still an independent and inviolable existence.
Upon hearing this, Youlan said anxiously, "We will not abandon our leader. You are the soul of the entire organization. How could we abandon you?"
As she spoke, she tightened the blood-stained dagger in her hand, her eyes full of stubbornness and loyalty, and she bit her lips, which turned slightly pale due to blood loss, even tighter, as if she wanted to use her frail body to resist the onslaught of darkness.
The other shadow assassins looked at each other, then knelt on one knee in unison, making a slight rustling sound that echoed in the silent warehouse.
They lowered their heads and held their bodies tense, as if expressing their inner determination through this silent gesture.
The black-robed figure's gaze slowly swept over the crowd, and a look of relief appeared in the eyes hidden behind the black robe, but it was quickly replaced by a hint of determination.
Now is not the time to be sentimental. As the leader, she must make the most beneficial decision.
"As the leader of the Scarlet Rose, I order you to break out with all your might to preserve your strength. I will stay here to buy you some time."
A cold voice came from beneath the black robe, trying to command them to obey.
However, this time, no one stood up. They just knelt there silently, like frozen statues, and the air was filled with a suffocating solemnity.
"Chief, we are the people of Scarlet Rose in life and the ghosts of Scarlet Rose in death. We go together and die together!"
Xueying raised her head, staring firmly at the black-robed leader, and spoke in a resounding voice. The other assassins also nodded, their eyes showing no sign of retreat or hesitation.
The black-robed figure looked at this group of stubborn subordinates, feeling mixed emotions. He finally sighed helplessly, "Then be prepared to live and die with the organization."
As the words fell, the entire warehouse seemed to be shrouded in a heavier haze, making it hard to breathe.
Suddenly, Hanmei's eyes flashed, and she said anxiously: "Leader, we can issue the highest recall signal in the organization and let those retired killers rush to rescue us."
As soon as these words were spoken, hope suddenly ignited in the eyes of the other killers, as if they saw a ray of light in the darkness.
But the black-robed figure slowly shook his head and said, "No, they have all retired. We can't disturb their peaceful lives that have finally settled down."
Although the voice was light, it seemed to be of great weight, extinguishing the flame of hope that had just been ignited, leaving only deeper despair and solemnity spreading in this small space.
"Oh, if only Gardenia were still here. She's smart, maybe she could come up with something."
A voice suddenly rang out in the dark warehouse, instantly attracting the attention of all the killers.
"Yes, Chief, why haven't we seen the two assassins, Gardenia and Blood Rose, for a while? Have you assigned them to carry out some mission?"
Youlan asked with a hint of curiosity.
If you count carefully, they haven't seen their twin colleagues Gardenia and Blood Rose for almost a year.
When the black-robed figure heard the two code names, his body moved slightly, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he did not speak.
Seeing that the leader didn't say anything, Youlan thought that the leader believed that even with these two shadow assassins, they could not solve the current crisis, so she immediately told him the plan in her mind.
"Leader, I have a plan. I can have Gardenia and Blood Rose issue a call to arms to gather the sisters who are scattered across the country carrying out missions."
"Then, assassinations were launched against senior officials of this country."
"Once we succeed, this place will be plunged into chaos, and all forces will be unable to take care of themselves. We will have a good opportunity to break out first."
Although her voice was a little weak due to injury, it was clear and powerful, and it seemed as if she had rehearsed the entire plan in her mind countless times.
Upon hearing this, the other killers couldn't help but nod slightly, and a glimmer of hope rekindled in their eyes.
Although this method is rather risky, in this desperate situation, any glimmer of hope is worth trying.
At this moment, the warehouse was filled with a tense and expectant atmosphere. Everyone's eyes were focused on the black-robed leader, waiting for her decision.