SYNO Chapter 25
by Geli CakeFredrick, having rushed in, took a while to catch his breath. Finally calming down, he spoke,
“He was originally scheduled to return next week, but he just sent a notification of a change of plans. It seems he’s already prepared for departure… I believe he’ll be leaving the building soon.”
Even as he relayed the news, Frederick anxiously observed his superior’s expression. It was because the time was now past 11:51 PM.
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Changing prearranged plans without consultation and notifying them on the very day was extremely disrespectful.
Moreover, he had announced his intention to “return today” just nine minutes before midnight.
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Even though the Commander and Brigadier General Lucas held the same rank, within the Dependent Nation, Commander Pienne held a higher position as the appointed ruler.
‘How inconsiderate…and that’s not the only problem.’
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When a high-ranking official visited another’s territory, it was common courtesy to see them off.
This meant the Commander, who had personally welcomed Brigadier General Lucas, was also expected to see him off.
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‘He expects us to prepare for his departure in a few minutes? Is that Brigadier General insane?’
Frederick couldn’t understand it at all.
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Why was Lucas returning to the Home Nation at such a late hour, and why was he deliberately provoking Commander Pienne?
‘There’s no benefit in antagonizing your rival.’
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Especially Commander Pienne, who was known for retaliating fiercely. What kind of retribution was Lucas expecting after acting so recklessly…?
‘We’ve been monitoring him, but he hasn’t done anything unusual.’
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He had been puzzled by how quietly Lucas had been staying in the government building for the past few days. He hadn’t been doing anything in particular, yet he hadn’t returned to the Home Nation either.
Although there was the incident where his underlings had instigated Ssangryeong to steal, they hadn’t yet establish a direct link to Brigadier General Lucas.
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The executives had claimed it was their own independent action.
Frederick, breaking out in a cold sweat, nervously adjusted his round glasses. He could see the Commander’s hardened expression through the clear lenses.
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The Commander was staring out the window at the hallway. His blue eyes, reflecting the dark night sky, looked like black beads.
“Is his departure through the North Gate?”
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Frederick blinked slowly at the unexpected question.
“H-How did you know…? Yes, he said he’ll be departing through the North Gate of the building.”
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The Commander slowly began to put on the large jacket he had been carrying. Watching his precise movements as he straightened his crooked collar, Fredrick swallowed.
After years of serving as the Commander’s right-hand man, he had a feeling…that something serious was about to happen.
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“Deploy a large number of troops to the South Gate. They must be fully armed.”
“…What? Fully armed soldiers…to the South Gate?”
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“Yes. And concentrate the building’s exterior lighting on the South Gate.”
Despite the clear orders, Fredrick hesitated.
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‘Did I hear that correctly?’
Brigadier General Lucas was departing through the North Gate. But the Commander had ordered troops to be deployed in the South Gate, the opposite side.
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And why fully armed soldiers…?
‘Is something going to happen at the South Gate?’
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He couldn’t understand any of it, but Frederick straightened his posture and saluted sharply.
“Yes, sir. I’ll deploy the troops to the South Gate as ordered.”
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There was no point in questioning it. His job was to follow the Commander’s orders. The Commander’s instructions had never been meaningless.
In less than a minute after receiving the unsettling news, the Commander had already assessed the situation and issued his orders without a hint of surprise.
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‘As expected of the Commander.’
The Commander, glancing indifferently at Frederick’s trusting gaze, drew his pistol from his waist and loaded the missing bullets.
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“Send a few men to the solitary cell where Ssangryeong is being held.”
“Ah, I checked on Ssangryeong on my way here. He was sound asleep.”
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“Send them.”
The order was repeated. Fredrick blinked rapidly. He had just checked on Ssangryeong, so why did they need to monitor him again?
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He instinctively questioned it, then replied out of habit,
“Yes, sir.”
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“I’ll go to the North Gate.”
“Then I… I’ll…”
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“Do as you see fit.”
In that case, he naturally intended to follow the Commander to the North Gate. It was certainly not because he had a feeling something dangerous might happen at the South Gate.
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“Yes, sir. Then I’ll instruct the executives at the South Gate to keep their communicator on them.”
“They should have one on them at all times.”
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“Yes, sir, but just as a precaution.”
Frederick hurriedly followed the Commander, adding with a worried tone,
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“But surely… you’re not planning on… shooting Brigadier General Lucas with that pistol, are you? That absolutely mustn’t happen, Commander. Even so, Brigadier General Lucas is a presidential candidate, just like you…”
“You’re being noisy.”
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“Ah, I apologize.”
Pienne, striding ahead, ordered in a low voice,
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“Relay this to the executives at the South Gate. If they see any suspicious individuals near the gate…”
“…….”
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“Shoot to kill.”
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Three minutes before midnight.
Lucas, having prepared a helicopter at the North Gate’s helipad, was staring at his wristwatch.
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“Brigadier General, we should be leaving soon. Since he’s not here yet, it seems Commander Pienne won’t be showing up.”
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His aide spoke cautiously, trying to gauge his mood. However, Lucas remained rooted to the spot, as if he was certain that the Commander would appear.
His instincts about his long-time rival were correct.
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“C-Commander Pienne is here!”
With two minutes left until midnight, Pienne appeared in the distance.
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The Commander, in a black leather jacket over his large frame, looked almost like a gang boss from the Dependent Nation.
Even from afar, his sharp features and characteristically cold expression strangely irritated Lucas.
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But Lucas forced a smooth smile.
“My, seeing me off at this late hour. Such excellent hospitality, Commander.”
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Lucas, who was about to step forward to shake Pienne’s hand, froze. The Commander walked right past him without acknowledging his greeting.
“…….”
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Lucas’ smile vanished, and he lowered his outstretched hand.
Turning his head, he saw the Commander’s imposing back as he inspected the inside of the helicopter with a flashlight.
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It was clear he was searching for something.
Lucas, knowing exactly ‘what’ the Commander was looking for, asked in a low voice,
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“Commander, did you come to see off… my helicopter, and not me?”
As he spoke, forcing a smile, the Commander’s gaze finally fell on him.
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“Shouldn’t you wait one more minute?”
Despite the low voice that seemed to see through his intentions, Lucas responded calmly.
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“Ah, it will be midnight in one minute. It will be a clean departure if we leave then.”
“Did you enjoy your stay in the Dependent Nation?”
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“Yes, thanks to your… hospitality.”
“I’m glad to hear that.”
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They exchanged a few more perfunctory pleasantries. Pienne glanced at his wristwatch and gestured towards the helicopter with his chin.
“You should leave now.”
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From his unpleasant expression to his tone of voice, there wasn’t a single thing about him that Lucas liked. The urge to shoot him in the head right then and there was strong, but Lucas endured it.
“I suppose I should. I’ve imposed on your hospitality in the Dependent Nation for over a week. When you return to the Home Nation, I’ll treat you to a decent meal…”
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“Ten seconds.”
It seemed to be this damn bastard’s habit to interrupt people mid-sentence.
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He was kindly informing him that there were ten seconds left until midnight.
‘So he’s at least observing the bare minimum of courtesy.’
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No longer in the mood to smile, Lucas turned and walked towards the helicopter. His aide and officials followed him on board.
The moment midnight struck.
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Whir, whir, whir!
The roar of the helicopter’s rotor blades echoed from the North Gate, loud enough to reach the far corners of the Dependent Nation, shrouded in darkness.
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And at the South Gate, on the opposite side, another helicopter took off.
The sound of the two helicopters resonated, causing a faint ringing in people’s ears.
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—Crackle… Commander! We have a problem! We arrived at Ssangryeong’s cell, but there’s only a pillow under the blanket. Ssangryeong is gone!
Frederick, who had been listening to the radio next to Pienne, widened his eyes.
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Ssangryeong, who was clearly asleep just a while ago…is gone?
Then, another transmission came through.
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—Crackle… Commander! This is Jian, the executive at the South Gate! We have a situation at the South Gate…! Fuck, apprehend them all! Dozens of people in black hoods have stormed the South Gate! Are we authorized to shoot to kill?!
The executive at the South Gate yelled at his men even as he reported to Pienne, highlighting the urgency of the situation.
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Frederick panicked as the situation spiraled out of control.
The helicopter above was still hovering, its rotors roaring loudly, Ssangryeong had disappeared from his cell, and dozens of people in black hoods had stormed the South Gate.
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There was only one possible explanation.
Someone… was helping Ssangryeong escape.
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It was highly likely that Ssangryeong was among the dozens who stormed the South Gate.
Wearing the same black hood.
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“C-Commander! What should we do…!”
Fredrick looked up at Pienne with pleading eyes. Pienne, his face cold and hard, spoke into the radio.
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“Trespassing on government property is an act of treason. Shoot to kill.”
Fredrick’s eyes wavered at the ruthless command. His heart sank.
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The Commander surely knew that Ssangryeong might be among those dozens of people.
‘Yet he gave the order to kill…’
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Pienne threw the radio on the ground and picked up his pistol.
Click, the man loaded his pistol and started walking somewhere.
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“C-Commander…!”