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    When the two soldiers from the opposing side were engaged in conversation, they felt an unsettling sense of vulnerability beneath their bravado.


    This was their territory, after all. They were surrounded by heavy security, and the locals were predominantly their supporters.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    In the back of their minds, they believed that as long as no fighting erupted outside, they were entirely safe inside.


    However, in this seemingly “safe” environment, an unknown individual suddenly materialized!


    This unexpected intrusion sent waves of anxiety through both soldiers.


    Since they were not on guard duty, neither carried their weapons in a ready state. To respond to any threat behind them, they would need to load their firearms and disengage the safety—an act that would take several crucial seconds.


    At that moment, they felt a remarkably strong grip around their necks, akin to a hydraulic mp, instilling a genuine fear that any sign of resistance could lead to dire consequences.


    Without hesitation, the two menplied, discarding their weapons onto the ground and raising their hands in surrender.


    One of them stammered nervously, “Hey there, if you have something to discuss, please don’t act rashly!”<fn6ed7> The rightful source is Find[?]ovel</fn6ed7>


    Charlie responded coldly, “Turn around, both of you.”


    As he finished speaking, the pressure around their necks lessened slightly, prompting them to turn around swiftly. Upon seeing Charlie, their faces drained of color, as if they had encountered a ghost.


    Initially, they had assumed this unexpected menace was an American.


    Two primary reasons fueled this belief. The first was that during their recent conflict with the government, they had taken eight American youths hostage, demanding a substantial ransom. It was only logical that the U.S. would attempt a rescue.<h3 ss="has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>