Leo once again concentrated all his strength, violently pulling the crowbar, causing the entire fire escape to shake violently. This time, he felt a noticeable loosening. Feeling joy in his heart, he did not hesitate to pull with force again, only to hear a loud "clang" as the fire escape finally slid down, coming to a stop right at the edge of the air conditioner.
However, all of this did not bring much joy to Leo. The huge noise made his heart tense, and he pressed tightly against the wall, listening attentively to the surrounding movements. He was worried that the noise just now might have attracted the attention of the factory personnel.
Everything in the dark seemed to have come to a standstill, and Leo's heartbeat thudded in his ears. His gaze swept around tightly, trying to catch any unusual movement or sound. After a tense few seconds, there seemed to be no abnormal reaction inside the factory, and everything remained as quiet as before.
Leo breathed a sigh of relief, but he dared not let his guard down. He knew that this success was only the beginning, and the real challenge lay ahead. He cautiously climbed the nearby fire escape, ready to quietly enter the factory and continue his mission.
When Leo stepped onto the fire escape, the old ladder immediately made a creaking sound. The rusty metal structure made various unsettling noises as it bore his weight. Every step was accompanied by the sound of metal friction, making Leo even more nervous.
Faced with this sudden situation, Leo had no way out and could only continue to climb up with a brave face. His movements became more cautious and light, fearing that too much force would further damage the ladder. During the climb, he even found that some steps had broken, dangling precariously. Whenever he encountered these broken steps, Leo had to carefully pass over them, trying to distribute his weight as much as possible to avoid triggering more danger.
The climbing process was not only a physical challenge for Leo, but also a test of his mental endurance. As he neared the top of the ladder, his heart raced and every breath was filled with tension and anticipation. Despite this, he remained calm and focused, knowing that only by reaching the top of the ladder could he silently enter the factory and continue his mission.
After a difficult climb, Leo finally made it to the roof of the factory. The roof, made of simple corrugated iron, looked ordinary, but to Leo, it was the ideal vantage point to observe and assess his next move. Several skylights were scattered across the roof, offering a potential glimpse into the interior of the factory.
Besides the skylight, Leo also noticed a platform that seemed to be used for maintenance. He carefully climbed along the roof towards the platform, making every effort to avoid making any noise, fearing to attract the attention of the personnel below. His movements were agile and cautious, calculating each step with precision.
Upon reaching the platform, Leo quietly moved towards the skylight next to the corrugated iron roof. His purpose was clear: from this position, he hoped to gain a clearer view of the interior of the factory. This would not only help him better understand the target environment, but also provide crucial information for planning his next move.
Leo crouched next to the skylight, carefully peering inside. His gaze penetrated the glass, attempting to capture any potentially useful details. At this critical moment, he needed to gather as much information as possible to ensure the smooth progress of the mission. In such a situation, every piece of information could be crucial to success or failure.
From the skylight, Leo had a comprehensive view of the interior of the factory. It was filled with various chemical apparatus, and about ten people were bustling back and forth, focused on operating various chemical instruments, seemingly refining some powdery substance. From this activity and the arrangement of the equipment, it was not difficult to determine that this was actually a drug manufacturing facility.
After confirming the internal situation, Leo carefully moved to another skylight in the hope of gaining more information from a different angle. Through this skylight, the scene he saw was different from before. Although this was still part of the factory and people were manufacturing drugs, the environment seemed relatively relaxed. A sofa and several televisions were placed to the side, and a man sat casually on the sofa, seeming to be enjoying some form of entertainment.
The presence of this man immediately caught Leo's attention, and his intuition told him that this person was very likely the target of his mission. The man's relaxed attitude and his position in such an environment indicated that he held a certain status and power here.
Leo paused for a moment by the skylight, carefully observing the movements of the man while also evaluating the surrounding environment and potential entry paths. He knew that approaching the man without being noticed would require careful planning and timing. Leo quickly planned his next actions in his mind, preparing to act at the most opportune moment.
Just as Leo was fully focused on observing his target, a group of people swaggered into his line of sight. There were about four or five of them, chatting and laughing with each other, displaying an arrogant attitude as if they were completely unconcerned about their surroundings. Leo took a closer look and was surprised to find that these were the same hooligans who had previously robbed him in the alley and beaten him up for his pension.
Seeing these people, Leo's mood instantly became complicated. He didn't expect to encounter them again in such a situation. Their appearance not only reminded Leo of the previous unpleasant experience but also added complexity to his mission. After all, if these people recognized him, his actions could be severely affected.
However, Leo also realized that this might be an opportunity. These hooligans clearly had some connection to the drug manufacturing facility, and their presence might provide Leo with additional information about the internal structure and operation mode of the factory. Nevertheless, Leo knew he had to remain calm and discreet, avoiding drawing attention from these people at inappropriate times.
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