Xiu Xian didn't know if he and Crownslayer were ambushed because someone betrayed them.
But he estimated that it was not very likely. If they had really been betrayed, the people who ambushed them would have been more prepared.
It could've been an ambush, or it could have been a chance encounter.
The chances were that the people of the black market received some intel and evacuated. For example, some spies the black market planted in Reunion might have got the news that an assault was due today, so they would have organized an evacuation.
It could also be that after the incident with Xiu Xian they had left some teams on board as a precaution.
But Xiu Xian didn't think long on any of these.
He just took the opportunity to cement himself as someone loyal to the cause.
Disguising as a victim was a perfect way to cover your ass!
Reunion left the city overnight, and Xiu Xian did not know how Crownslayer reported this matter.
However, he heard several screams and pleas for mercy.
He didn't know which spy was unlucky again.
Xiu Xian pretended he didn't hear and continued to receive treatment for his burns.
Late at night, the evacuation team of Reunion rested beside a mountain stream, and Chernobog's guys, just as Crownslayer said, did not come out after them.
But Xiu Xian's side was not idle.
The pick-up team he was with was preparing supplies for the departure at dawn, moving vehicles, overhauling, refueling, and whatnot.
Crownslayer returned with a look at Xiu Xian, signaling that Xiu Xian, who had wanted to come and ask something, to work.
But Xiu Xian did not have to do two jobs at once, so he could be lazy.
For Frostnova was looking for him.
Xiu Xian followed the messenger Yeti to a cave that was far from everyone, and Frostnova was sitting inside.
After seeing Xiu Xian arrive, Frostnova waved her hand and made everyone else go out.
"Did you use your Arts, again, for the evacuation?" Xiu Xian walked towards Frostnova with a concerned face, "You can use it when you are better, if you use it again at this condition, your body will start to fail."
"Don't worry." Looking at Xiu Xian, the frozen expression of Frostnova cracked a bit: "Your medical skills are very good, but Talulah fought the main battle, so do not worry about me. I found you for something else."
"En? For what?"
"Just now the Operation heads met." Frostnova replied, "You went to Chernobog with Crownslayer to get something, right? And then you were ambushed?"
Xiu Xian pondered for a moment, then nodded: "En, I had Originium stored inside my clinic, and when Crownslayer told me that you were about to fight, I was afraid that those crystals would cause trouble for everyone and hurt innocent comrades, so I thought of bringing them out. The result was that when I went there, I was ambushed by a special task force, and it was as if the people of the street where I had lived had evacuated long ago. So ..."
"You suspect that there is still a traitor?"
"En."
"Any suspects?"
Xiu Xian shook his head: "No, I told this matter only to Crownslayer. But our squad members were right outside at the time, they may have heard something. I don't know who else was in the house at the time."
"And you think you'll be betrayed when you head to Chernobog?"
"I'm a doctor." Xiu Xian helplessly said, "Also a new member, but since coming to base I have met 3 operators excluding you and Crownslayer. If there really is a traitor, I think it should make sense that I was focused on and targeted when I was with Crownslayer. Of course, it could also be a coincidence that I was targeted."
"This matter is already being investigated within the organization." Frostnova said and took out a backpack, "Also, this is for you."
"En?" Xiu Xian took it and opened it to look at it, then said in surprise: "Isn't this the Originium I surrendered?"
Frostnova nodded: "En, my power sometimes needs Originium to assist, so the chief gave me these finished products first, but we can't use these things in the evacuation stage. Crownslayer said that you have the means to activate the Originium to cause an explosion, which has helped you a lot. So I thought about it and am now giving it to you."
Xiu Xian looked at the Originium handed over, thought for a moment, shook his head and said, "Let them stay with you. What's the use of carrying volatile high explosives in your back pocket?"
"You don't want them?"
Xiu Xian pondered for a moment and smiled, "If I need it, I will come back to you to get it, so you can consider it as a deposit. I'm comfortable leaving it with you."
"Okay." Frostnova did not force it: "By the way, I heard that there was a bearded man who used flame arts who fought with you. How did you take him out?"
"Oh, Reznov." Xiu Xian waved his hand: "He was a stupid one. While his Arts peppered me, he said remember my name blah blah blah. I used ice to block the flame, then rewarded him with an Originium for his efforts."
Frostnova's expression did not change: "Then what?"
"Then the Originium exploded, the guy's staff also got defective with the explosion. As a result, the man drew his sword to come to me in close combat. I raised my gun and popped him with a shot." Xiu Xian said with a disdainful face, "Don't you think this person was stupid? I was wearing the equipment of their soldiers, did he not think that I had also looted their long-range weaponry?"
Frostnova: "..."
Seeing Frostnova's expression, Xiu Xian asked tentatively, "Did you... know him?"
"En... We've fought before. But I let him get away a few times." Frostnova looked at Xiu Xian and smiled, "But it's good that you were able to solve the trouble, and you will be rewarded. The Reunion movement will not treat any of our comrades who have contributed to the organization wrong. I also see that you are tired, you are dismissed for the day."
"En." Xiu Xian retreated to the entrance of the cave, then turned back, "Ah, if the infection worsens..."
"I will come to you." Frostnova smiled, "Definitely will."
Only then did Xiu Xian leave.
After he left, the smile on Frostnova's face slowly disappeared, and then she said in a slightly dissatisfied tone, "I said he's not a problem. You guys can't suspect him of being a turncoat just because he took out Reznov. If that's the case, who will dare attack the enemy in the future?"
"Why do I feel that you are a little too excited, Frostnova?" Mephisto came out of the shade and looked at the direction Xiu Xian left: "A doctor that took out a hundred men of the Ursus Task Force always feels a bit unbelievable."
"The body you have seen, the staff burst, destroyed into several pieces by the energy of Talulah, and a hole in the head. No difference from what he said." Frostnova frowned, "You still want to suspect him? A new member? Mephisto, has the failure over at Lungmen made you mad?"
"I just suspect." Mephisto stepped out toward the outside: "He knows a bit too much."
"Ability is no reason for a person to be suspicious. I hope you can give enough evidence."
"Intuition."
"Heh." Frostnova snorted coldly, "Intuition? Is it really a hunch or a child fighting for favor? Do you think that this guy's powers are more useful to Talulah or something?"
"Whatever you think." Mephisto walked to the entrance of the cave: "I'll keep an eye on him."
"If you dare to attack him without evidence," Frostnova's voice was cold and icy, "You will pay the price."