Players Invade Cyberpunk-Chapter 825 - 266: Counter-Terrorism Only Needs a List_3

Just as they were hesitating whether to open fire, someone made the decision for them.

Two players wielding riot shields dashed out of the mist first, tilting their shields, while holding pistols with the other hand aimed along the shield's edge, opening fire on the bewildered Tiger Claw Gang.

In their panic, the Tiger Claw Gang hurriedly retaliated. Lacking military discipline, they instinctively targeted the tank players who charged ahead, recklessly firing at them.

Their shooting accuracy wasn't poor, but most bullets hit the shields to no effect. Even bullets that struck the tank players' helmets only stunned them for half a second.

Tutu and others also rushed out of the mist, forming a triangular formation behind the tank players, holding rifles and shooting at the now-exposed Tiger Claw Gang while others covered the flanks and guarded against assaults from behind or above.

However, apart from the Tiger Claw Gang on the first floor, many civilians were still crouching in the corners, having not escaped, which made it difficult for the players to use more powerful weapons.

Tutu grabbed a screaming woman in a headlock and shouted at her,

"Get out! Get out! This is an anti-terror operation. Leave the building, there are people outside to help you, it's safe outside."

The woman's eyes went blank, seemingly dazed by Tutu's shouting, unable to react until Tutu pushed her toward the door, where she then hurriedly ran away.

"Team three, team three, there are civilians stranded inside, I'm evacuating them, watch for friendly fire, Mongolian Toplaner, send four dogs in for support."

"Got it."

"Support is on the way."

As the woman fled outside, others hiding in the corners belatedly began to run crazily towards the exits.

Humans often unleash unpredictable potential in a survival instinct. Before long, the first floor was nearly cleared, leaving only a few Tiger Claw Gang members barricading the narrow passageways in a last-ditch defense.

The internal structure of the skyscraper was uniform, a U-shaped building with a hollow center atrium. Some staircases provide a clear view of the opposite levels and several windows, not to mention opening fire points. Higher floors even showed signs of post-collapse reconstruction with steel sheets, and fire escape ladders are visible everywhere, allowing even slightly cyber-modified individuals to climb or jump between floors without stairs. It was a complex, difficult terrain to attack and easy to defend.

That's why the Tiger Claw Gang was confident in establishing the skyscraper as their core base. No other gang could take it down without sacrificing ten times the lives.

Tutu did not attack rashly but chose to split the force, clearing the corridors and rooms on either side of the entrance to secure the way for the following troops.

The skyscraper's layout was nearly identical, with a U-shaped corridor on each level, leading to a small shopping area after a gentle slope, made up of small stores erected under the atrium's canopy.

The vanguard wasn't players but multi-functional transport platforms, knee-high robots that could avoid most ambush firing lines. They revealed gunmen's positions and shielded the players from tripwire mines, avoiding potential explosions.

Tutu leaned out to glance at the left-side corridor on the first floor, "I spotted movement inside, two Tiger Claw members, the left double door is half-open, maybe someone's inside."

In such narrow, enclosed, and hard-to-dodge straight-line spaces, even with Sianweistan, charging in could mean getting hit by concentrated bullets. Not everyone could deflect bullets with a sword like Silver Hair.

"Come on, doggy!"

The little block-shaped robot immediately zoomed into the corridor, automatic rifle on its head firing at the two Tiger Claw members ahead.

As expected by Tutu, furious gunfire erupted from the left side door, splintering the entire door. Just the sound indicated at least six or seven people.

Bullets clattered against the small car, the armored plates clanking under the onslaught, spinning in place like a startled dog.

With the little car drawing fire, Tutu dared to activate Sianweistan, suddenly accelerating and taking two shots at the baited minions. Then he advanced rapidly to the left side door, shield up against stray bullets, covering 0.2 seconds to reach the right side of the big door, pinpointing the positions of six Tiger Claw members inside and relaying them to other team members.

The core Tiger Claw forces, many outfitted with Sianweistan, remained defending the skyscraper, capable of tracking player movements even if unable to match their speed.

"Right side! Stop shooting the robot, fire to the right!"

The roomful of people immediately shifted focus, large-caliber rifles blasting through walls, threatening anyone sheltered behind them.

Yet they regretted it, as all eyes turned right, the left side opening up, seized upon by Ruzuo and Xiaofeigun to take them down in succession.

The synergy and coordination of both sides were entirely on different levels.

The twenty-plus Tiger Claw members holding the first floor couldn't last even three minutes before Tutu's second team quickly cleared them out.

"This is Team Five, we've secured network control center of the H8 Skyscraper, uploading control to Demonic Puppet now."

"Street Sweeper, route all surveillance cameras and broadcasts in the entire building to me. Remember, every room."

"Don't doubt Uchiha's hearing, almost done."

It's normal to get thrashed by AI on the old network, a prime proving ground for honing hacker skills. As long as you aren't afraid of dying, each survival nets you exponential tech experiences.

In under 5 seconds, Mongolian Toplaner gained full broadcast control over the skyscraper, overriding it with his microphone.

"Cough."

Mongolian Toplaner solemnly announced,

"Attention all residents still inside the building, please return to your apartments and lock your doors and windows. A group of terrorists called the Tiger Claw Gang has taken control of this skyscraper. Horizon Corporation is conducting an anti-terrorism operation. Regardless of any noises outside your room, stay inside. If any emergencies arise, immediately take cover in your bathroom, hunker down, and avoid any resistance to prevent unnecessary casualties."