Qi Tong Wei darted aside, evading the fatal blow.
He roared, "Everyone, be careful! Avoid the stray bullets!"
However, at that instant, Qi Tong Wei made a startling move.
Ignoring Jia Chang Fu's pleas, he resolutely charged towards the doorway, shielding the bomb disposal team with his own body.
He used his own body to buy precious time for the bomb disposal team.
"Captain Qi, are you crazy?" Jia Chang Fu exclaimed, "You're taking a huge risk!"
But Qi Tong Wei seemed not to hear his warnings, his gaze fixed on the door.
He took a deep breath, then slowly lowered the gun in his hand.
He had to end this battle with a different approach.
He stepped into the doorway, exposing himself to Jiang Xiao's gun.
"Jiang Xiao, it's Qi Tong Wei! I know you're in there, and the hostage is too. Now, I'm giving you a chance. Let the hostage go, and I'll ensure your safe escape!"
As soon as the words left his lips, a commotion could be heard from within the room.
Jiang Xiao's voice echoed from inside: "Qi Tong Wei? Do you think I'll believe you?"
However, Qi Tong Wei ignored his taunts, continuing, "Jiang Xiao, I know you're desperate right now, but you have to realize the hostage is innocent. They shouldn't pay the price for your mistakes. I can give you time to think, but remember, my patience is limited."
Silence descended upon the room once more.
Yet, Qi Tong Wei did not give up. He continued to try and sway Jiang Xiao with his sincerity and determination.
This was his only chance.
Just then, Feng Wan Chun's voice crackled over the radio: "Captain Qi, how's the situation at the front? Do you need us to provide support?"
Qi Tong Wei took a deep breath and replied, "No need for support. I have my own plan. I'm trying to convince Jiang Xiao to surrender. I believe he'll make the right choice."
Feng Wan Chun remained silent on the other end for a moment, then said, "Captain Qi, be careful. Jiang Xiao is a dangerous man, he might do something crazy. If you're in any danger, request support immediately."
From these words, it was clear that Feng Wan Chun was worried about Qi Tong Wei's safety, reproaching him for playing the hero and considering the consequences, privately lamenting that Qi Tong Wei had a strong background and should have waited for promotion and a raise instead of taking risks.
Qi Tong Wei nodded and continued, "I understand. But trust me, I'm confident I can handle this."
The instant his words faded, he flung open the door and charged into the room.
The room was dimly lit, with only a few weak lights flickering.
Qi Tong Wei's gaze swept across the room. He saw Jiang Xiao holding a gun, pointing it at a hostage's head.
"You finally came!" Jiang Xiao cackled. "Do you think you can save them? Let me tell you, you're all going to die here today!"
But Qi Tong Wei ignored his threats and continued towards Jiang Xiao.
He extended his hands, signaling for Jiang Xiao to drop the gun.
"Jiang Xiao, you're surrounded. Nothing you do can change the outcome. Put down the gun, and I'll ensure your safe escape," Qi Tong Wei's voice was calm and strong, as if able to pierce through Jiang Xiao's psyche.
However, Jiang Xiao seemed not to have heard his words, laughing wildly, "Do you think I'll believe you? Let me tell you, I'll never let you off the hook!"
The gun in his hand was pressed firmly against the old lady's temple. Any misstep could lead to disastrous consequences.
Qi Tong Wei took a deep breath, he knew that in this moment, he had to stay calm and make the right decision.
He slowly walked forward, meeting Jiang Xiao's gaze.
Their eyes clashed in the air, as if sparking a fire.
"Jiang Xiao, let the old lady go, and I'll take her place," Qi Tong Wei's voice was calm and resolute, his words radiating an undeniable force.
Jiang Xiao paused for a moment, then sneered, "Are you joking? Do you think I'll believe your lies?"
"I'm not joking, I'm giving you a chance," Qi Tong Wei's voice was filled with confidence. "As long as you release the old lady, I guarantee you won't be harmed."
Jiang Xiao narrowed his eyes, scrutinizing Qi Tong Wei.
He saw the unwavering determination in Qi Tong Wei's eyes, and the nervous anticipation of the SWAT officers behind him.
An inexplicable emotion welled up within him, as if something had been touched.
Just then, the old lady suddenly spoke up: "Young man, don't worry about me, I'm old, I've lived long enough. If you have a way, quickly catch this bad guy!"
Her voice trembled, yet it was filled with firmness and courage.
Qi Tong Wei's heart stirred. He looked at the old lady, a flash of respect in his eyes.
"Did you hear that? The old lady doesn't want you to hurt her. She believes in you, and I believe in you too. As long as you release her, I promise you won't regret it."
Jiang Xiao remained silent for a moment, then slowly lowered the gun in his hand.
He glanced at the old lady, then at Qi Tong Wei, and finally nodded, "Alright, I'll let her go. But remember what you said."
Qi Tong Wei smiled slightly and extended his hand to help the old lady.
The old lady looked at him gratefully, then slowly stood up.
Qi Tong Wei seized the opportunity, rushing forward to snatch the gun from Jiang Xiao's hand.