Are You Crazy? You’re Telling Me This Is a Fugitive TV Show?

“Brother Hao is gone, taken out by a mere actor from that show. Damn it, this cursed guy.”

“This man is something else. His agility, marksmanship, and that uncanny ventriloquism are downright horrifying.”

“Brother Hao’s death shouldn’t be for nothing. If not for this guy, Brother Hao would’ve made it to us. That Wang Yun needs to die.”

In a city, a group of men gathered inside a luxurious villa, watching the live broadcast with deep anguish. They could only watch as their comrades fell, one by one, without any recourse. Their faces were a mix of rage and loathing.

***

Night transitioned to dawn as Captains Hong Feng, Jiang Youshan, and Wu Mingyu, their expressions wary, entered the Skynet Operation headquarters.

Stepping into the program command center room, they were momentarily taken aback by the sight of several show producers discussing something intensely.

***

“The captains have arrived. You probably haven’t heard about last night’s terror our Big Brother unleashed.”

“I doubt they have. Our Big Brother was phenomenal last night, absolutely dominating. I was in sheer awe watching the live feed!”

“Last night, Big Brother eliminated two of our team captains. There might be a shake-up in the program’s format now.”

“Yesterday’s unexpected broadcast turn of events was mind-blowingly intense!”

Wang Yun had been up and about until the early hours and had only turned in after midnight. He was still deep in slumber. Meanwhile, the audience, now congregated in the command center room’s livestream, was still reminiscing about the epic confrontation from the previous night.

In a nutshell, Big Brother Wang Yun was nothing short of emperor material.

“Welcome, captains! Please, have a seat. We have a significant announcement to make today,” the executive producer greeted, smiling as they entered.

The chief inspectors acknowledged with a nod and took their respective sits.

“I assume everyone’s aware of yesterday’s events. Two captains were eliminated. As of now, except for Wang Yun, all other fugitives were captured last night. However, the skills demonstrated by Wang Yun are extraordinarily formidable, exceeding an average person. Consequently, we will be revising the rules of the ‘Skynet Operation’ show,” the executive producer declared, gazing intently at the camera.

“Excuse me, Executive Producer,” Captain Hong Feng chimed in, “Wang Yun is powerful, no doubt, but it’s not to the point of altering the rules. We three captains are still in the game, and we’re confident we can apprehend him.”

Jiang Youshan and Wu Mingyu nodded in agreement, backing Captain Hong Feng’s statement.

While Wang Yun was undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with, they were equally competent. They were already sifting through various pieces of information and had unearthed some vital clues.

“The need for rule modification stems from Wang Yun’s unparalleled strength. Not just intellectually, but also in combat. Captains, you might not be privy to this, but during Wang Yun’s live stream yesterday, he unexpectedly ran into the drug dealers from Yun Province, the ones mentioned by Captain Jiang Youshan. Fifteen of them, all heavily armed,” the executive producer shared, ensuring the gravity of the situation was conveyed.

Jiang Youshan’s eyes widened in surprise. “What happened next?”

“Well,” the executive producer continued, “despite being unarmed, Wang Yun employed both his wit and strength, taking down all fifteen formidable adversaries and rescuing four hostages in the process.”

The executive producer spoke with a mixture of admiration and disbelief, “You may not realize it, but last night, Wang Yun was nothing short of a war god. And Captains, I’m not narrating a scripted scene here, this is what genuinely happened.”

“How… How can that be?” Jiang Youshan responded, his face betraying a hint of astonishment.

“It’s the truth. Everyone deemed it impossible, yet he managed to pull it off,” the executive producer continued, his tone marked by reverence. “Considering Wang Yun’s exceptional prowess, we’re amending the show’s guidelines. As you’re aware, our ‘Skynet Operation’ show is a joint venture with the police force, aiming to curb crime rates. Moving forward, and as per police recommendations, all arrest missions, save for the use of firearms, will simulate real-life scenarios. All our show’s officers will be dispersed, emulating actual field situations. Moreover, we’re enlisting five hundred soon-to-be graduates from various police academies to join our inspection teams. They’ll shadow our officers for hands-on learning and join in the mission to apprehend Wang Yun. Everything will mirror reality. The upcoming operations will be a showdown between our officers and Wang Yun, entailing surveillance, capture, and potential shootouts. Beyond the goal of reducing crime, the show’s renewed purpose is to groom our future police officers on handling dangerous criminals. Additionally, it’s designed to raise public awareness about criminal tactics, emphasizing the need for caution and underscoring the value of physical strength,” the executive producer articulated, his expression radiating sincerity. “As for our captains, you’ll spearhead a specialized task force dedicated solely to capturing Wang Yun. From now on, you won’t be confined to the inspection room. You can take the field and, if needed, engage directly.”

“Captains have the authority to mobilize police forces. They can also call upon the program’s specialized officers from various police departments to assist in arrests,” the executive producer articulated. He then gestured towards the entrance, saying, “And now, I’d like to introduce our two new captains and our very own Director Fang!”

Three figures then made their entrance, with Director Fang leading the way, a face the audience had seen the previous night.

“Wow! The show’s taking things to a whole new level! These changes are massive!” a viewer commented.

“Seriously, it’s amazing! They’re not only setting up a challenge against Big Brother but also using the opportunity to train the future police force? Genius move!”

“The ‘Skynet Operation’ show is elevating its game. It’s not just about alerting the audience and deterring the wrongdoers anymore. It’s training new officers and even promoting physical fitness among viewers?”

“Ha! The big brother’s influence has completely shifted the show’s dynamics. But isn’t this turning things even more thrilling?”

“With captains leading specialized task forces and having free rein, it’s practically real life. But won’t this put the big brother in greater danger?”

“This has Director Fang’s fingerprints all over it. He’s trying to outwit our big bro, perhaps even hoping to bring him into the fold. With these rule alterations, challenges for the Big Brother are only escalating!”

In the livestream, the audience was visibly taken aback by the new rules.

“Good grief! They’ve transformed the entire Nancheng into a show stage, perfectly mirroring real-life arrests. How cool is that? It’s brilliant, not only raising awareness but also serving as a training ground for new officers. And it’s a learning experience for police from other regions too!”

***

“Let me introduce everyone to Director Fang. While he isn’t one of our chief inspectors, in the upcoming episodes, Director Fang will mainly be educating the audience about the law. The other two are here as replacements for Captains Zhang and Leng in our crew,” the executive producer began. “Taking the helm of Team Three is Captain Wu Yaoming, a special ops leader who founded the nation’s exclusive security firm. He’s known for his unmatched combat and strategic planning skills. And leading Team Five is Captain Wang Yue. Don’t underestimate her. She’s a renowned domestic psychological expert and criminology professor.”

The executive producer carried on with his introduction. Director Fang flashed a smile toward the camera, stating, “Wang Yun must be apprehended before he lays claim to that billion.”

“Amazing!”

“666!”

As his statement resonated, a flurry of “666”s appeared in response.

“To our esteemed captains, the responsibility of tracking down the notorious Wang Yun rests on your shoulders. But when it comes to capturing him, count on me. In the previous national security drill, my squad secured first place. I command eighteen of the most elite special ops team members,” Wu Yaoming boasted with a confident smirk.

The only woman among them, Wang Yue, offered a subtle smile but remained silent.

“Heh, this is intriguing! It rekindles that thrill of being on the job,” Jiang Youshan laughed from his spot, his face radiating enthusiasm. This was the kind of authentic, exhilarating chase he knew well.

“This is how a true arrest operation feels,” echoed Hong Feng, a twinkle in his eyes.

“Now, the stage is set for our captains. Ensure that Wang Yun is swiftly ‘captured’ and brought to justice,” the executive producer concluded, nodding with satisfaction.

“When it comes to capturing a notorious criminal, individual efforts won’t suffice. Captains, please share your leads,” said Wang Yue, casting a glance at Hong Feng, Jiang Youshan, and Wu Mingyu with an encouraging smile.

“The ‘fugitive’ Wang Yun wore clothes purchased from a local boutique. We need to identify this particular shop and investigate what other items he might have bought. However, this is just a minor clue.”

“I’ve obtained images showing two of Wang Yun’s disguises. At most, he might possess two more full disguises. Our focus should be on stores that sell these disguise items. They’re limited in Nancheng, with only five known establishments.”

“We should deploy a large number of show officers and sniffer dogs for the program. A comprehensive search of Nancheng’s main bathhouses and KTV lounges is in order tonight. Around two hundred officers ought to do the job.”

Wu Mingyue, Hong Feng, and Jiang Youshan proposed, smiles evident on their faces.

The livestream’s audience listened, taken aback. Was this the extent of attention Wang Yun got?

Yet, in the real world, if a criminal were to consecutively murder seven individuals, such an extensive manhunt would be entirely warranted. When a murderer went on the run into the wilderness, it was not uncommon for hundreds of officers to be deployed in search operations. Such thorough responses were among the reasons this nation remains peaceful and stable.

Indeed, the intensity of the capture mission has been ramped up!

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