Rotting Land: Survive

Chapter 937: Chapter 922: Ambush Showdown (Part 8)

Of course, Demmi wouldn’t change her mind just because of Old Xu’s few supplemental words, but Derek seemed to be in deep thought upon hearing Old Xu’s remarks.

So these people have a military background, no wonder those ambushed me without me noticing at all.

Recalling the scene where Old Xu choked him from behind in the village last night, Derek couldn’t help but feel a bit uneasy.

"Moreover, Little Derek, you know we came with you mainly to rescue Zhao Lina, so we need your cooperation. We hope you can support our actions for Lina’s father’s sake. Here, I represent Old Zhao and everyone on our team to ask this of you both."

Derek was a bit uncomfortable being stared at so sincerely by Old Xu.

He had personally seen Old Zhao’s violent agitation and despair upon hearing about his daughter’s whereabouts; he also had a father and understood that deep, blood-related bond.

He can imagine the anxious anticipation Old Zhao must be feeling now, and if his actions resulted in the failure of this operation, then...

Before Derek could reply, Demmi hastily asked, "Old Xu, what did you just say? You know Lina? Her father is with you?"

It’s no wonder Demmi was so startled; after all, who could believe such coincidences in the world?

Derek went out and happened upon a group of people, among whom was the father of someone he knew.

So instinctively, Demmi thought Old Xu was deliberately lying, and the purpose of the lie was naturally to persuade them to help his side escape.

Old Xu was such a clever person, how could he not hear the doubt in Demmi’s words.

But he wasn’t anxious, and calmly explained, "Yes, Lina’s father is with our team; he’s called Zhao Yunhai. Before meeting Derek, we were also searching for the whereabouts of team members’ relatives. To be frank, when Little Derek mentioned Lina, we were as astonished as you. But that’s the truth, and after verification, Lina is indeed Old Zhao’s daughter. We came this time to rescue her so that father and daughter can reunite."

"Derek, is what he said true?" Women are sensitive, especially regarding emotional issues, and even though Demmi couldn’t confirm Old Xu’s words, she could imagine a father’s feelings upon learning the whereabouts of his long-lost daughter.

Just like she was constantly worrying and missing her parents, she often secretly talked about past things with Zhao Lina.

So Demmi knew Zhao Lina was also continuously praying for her parents.

Derek had seen Zhao Yunhai himself, and he believed that what he saw that day couldn’t possibly be staged by Old Zhao.

Because some things are very hard to fake, and based on Old Zhao’s almost deranged genuine emotions of wanting to kill him back then, Derek was 100% sure Old Zhao is Lina’s father.

"That’s right! Everything Old Xu said is true. Lina’s father is indeed in their team; they came with me this time specifically to rescue Lina." Derek nodded, giving a definite answer.

Silence ensued, and Demmi lowered her head upon hearing the confirmation.

If at the beginning she was insistent on rejecting Old Xu’s proposed action, now, upon hearing of Lina’s father’s presence, her insistence began to waver.

On one hand, there’s the safety of herself and her loved one; on the other, there’s a friend’s family reunion. Demmi fell into a whirlpool of difficult decisions.

If she agreed to support Old Xu’s action tonight, it could very likely ruin the hard-won stability she and her loved one have found.

But if she rejected it, it would mean forcibly tearing Lina’s family reunion apart.

People are always selfish; deep down Demmi still harbored great resistance to the action, no matter how "eloquent" or "sworn" Old Xu’s words sounded. But having dealt with Japanese students for over half a year, to be honest, Demmi didn’t have an ounce of confidence in the so-called "action" led by Old Xu.

Yet thinking for a moment, if she were in Zhao Lina’s position, if her father was right outside the school now but missed the chance to reunite due to others’ lack of cooperation, how would she feel?

On one side is her friend; on the other, her lover; the more Demmi thought, the more her head hurt, the more unsure she became until finally, she gloomily covered her face with her hands. Seeing Demmi’s state, Derek tenderly held her in his arms, "What’s wrong? Demmi?"

With her charming eyes upturned, Demmi troubledly looked at her beloved and shook her head, sighing lightly, "I don’t know what to do? Derek, do you think we should support Old Xu’s action?"

"Well..." Stroking Demmi’s shoulder-length hair, Derek turned his gaze to Old Xu, "We’ll support your action."

Derek’s thoughts were ultimately more complicated than those of Demmi; after all, Demmi’s eyes only saw Derek, but Derek couldn’t just think about Demmi.

As a man, he must consider his woman’s future; he knew very well that the Japanese students had never given up their covetousness for his woman.

Especially Jiang Kou, who was always plotting about Demmi.

Previously, without an opportunity, Derek could only resign himself to being aggrieved here.

But he knew that no matter what promises Watanabe made, Derek could not sway the situation.

In other words, should they wish, they could breach the agreement at any moment, and he’d be powerless.

More than once Derek had imagined Demmi being violated by the Japanese trash right in front of him, so...

"Demmi, you heard just now; Old Xu and his team have a military background. Huaxia soldiers’ tactical skills should be obvious to you. I’ve met their people; in numbers they’re no less than the Japanese students, and they’re well-equipped. Plus, they have a large village; Old Xu promised us, after the action ends, we can move to their village. Haven’t you always dreamed of living a stable life? Going there would make it possible."

"Indeed! Demmi girl, we can’t guarantee much, but we certainly have better food, clothing, and utilities than this hellhole. And once this operation is completed, we’ll start working on building our settlement. Oh, watching you and Little Derek having such a deep connection, I think, why don’t you just have a wedding with Little Derek in the village when the time comes, that’d settle things for both of you." Lei Tong interjected timely, skillfully grasping Demmi’s thoughts.

Every woman’s greatest desire is to enjoy mutual love with the one she cherishes, so the moment Lei Tong mentioned the word "wedding," Demmi’s defenses instantly crumbled.

She looked at Lei Tong, glanced at Old Xu, and finally returned her gaze to Derek, then replied shyly, "Then, um... I’ll listen to you; if you say support, then I’ll support." (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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