Chapter 706: The Mysterious President's Call
Could it be?
Recalling what Chen Ruohao said about the Evil God Association, a thought flashed through Qin Hao's mind, and he said coldly, "You're the president of that association!"
The speculation was correct. This person was indeed the leader of the Evil God Association, someone who made Chen Nade and others willingly march to their deaths!
"Night Emperor, your tone sounds a bit surprised. Could it be that you just found out about my identity?"
The voice carried a tone of mockery: "The illustrious Night Emperor, turns out your mind isn't as sharp as imagined."
Being mocked, Qin Hao couldn't get angry.
He knew very well this was a crucial moment, and he had to listen carefully to every word from the other party.
Perhaps, hidden within the words was a clue to locating Luo Jingwei.
"If you called just to insult me, I'll oblige, as long as you release the innocent person."
Qin Hao said in a calm voice.
"Night Emperor, do you think I would harm her?"
The voice carried a teasing tone.
Qin Hao replied calmly, "You wouldn't."
"Oh? Why do you say that?"
"Because Luo Jingwei is just an outsider. Though your Evil God Association has committed many evils in the past, they mainly targeted people from the Dark World. There's little record of you harming civilians."
This statement was partly flattery, but it was also true.
According to Chen Ruohao, the Evil God Association committed many crimes, but they were primarily against people from the Dark World or the Huaxia Ancient Martial Clan.
If they truly dared harm civilians, it wouldn't just be the Ancient Martial Clan; various governments would wipe them out.
"Indeed, not harming civilians is a tenet of my association. However, the Evil God Association isn't what it used to be, so how can you be sure I won't harm anyone?"
Qin Hao sneered, "If you really intended to hurt Jingwei, there would be no need to take her out of Huaxia. Spill it, what's your real plan?"
The voice carried a tone of admiration: "As expected of the Night Emperor, your cleverness is truly admirable. I apologize for my previous transgression."
Qin Hao had no regard for the other person's insincere apology and continued coldly, "State your objective!"
"Objective? Night Emperor, you harmed my five subordinates; what do you think my objective could be?"
The voice was still playful, but there was evident killing intent.
Qin Hao sneered, "I've had enough of your rhetorical questions. I only killed them to complete a mission. Let's not talk about this. If you seek revenge, feel free to come to Huaxia, but what about kidnapping unrelated people! Is this the dishonorable aim of your Evil God Association?"
"As expected of the Night Emperor, your words are so sharp." The voice wasn't angered: "Actually, they were used as pawns by Qi Tianzong, utterly foolish. They died, and I didn't pay it any mind."
Qin Hao's heart turned cold: These five had willingly died for him, yet to him, they were insignificant?
The first impression Qin Hao got of this mysterious president was one of cruelty.
"Since it's not for revenge, what do you really want me for?"
Qin Hao was growing a bit impatient.
"Hehe, my reasons for seeking the Night Emperor are simple. I have already captured the Bloody Queen; obediently hand over the key, and Luo Jingwei will naturally return safely to the country."
Key?
Qin Hao was puzzled, "I don't know what you're talking about."
The voice clearly didn't believe him: "Night Emperor, stop pretending. The Bloody Queen has already told me everything. I investigated; she recently went to Huaxia, so she must have given you the key then..."
After listening to the other's words, Qin Hao instantly understood some things.
It turned out the Bloody Queen hurried back to Europe to counter the Evil God Association.
She's captured now, and the situation is very urgent, but that's not his concern.
However, what was this so-called key?
A thought struck Qin Hao that this might be the Bloody Queen's means of self-preservation.
Surely, it is. The Bloody Queen must be extremely cunning to have survived this long.
Despite having interacted a few times, Qin Hao didn't feel he understood this woman.
It was normal for her to frame somebody like that.
At the moment, Qin Hao pretended to be guilty and said, "I really don't have the key."
"Night Emperor, you're still lying; your tone has betrayed you!"
Hearing the president's question, Qin Hao pretended to sigh, "Can you guarantee you'll release Jingwei?"
Words listless, subconsciously admitting.
"Indeed, as long as you hand over the key obediently, Luo Jingwei will return safely."
Qin Hao's eyes darted around: "Then... how should I hand over the key to you?"
The voice chuckled lightly: "Of course, Night Emperor, you'll need to come to Europe yourself. With your skills, it's hard for anyone to snatch it, right?"
"Can't you come to Huaxia?"
Qin Hao inquired carefully.
The Evil God Association has resurfaced in Jianghu, yet their strength is substantial even now.
This is evident from the assassination squads they dispatched.
Europe is, after all, their stronghold. Heading there rashly would certainly be fraught with danger.
If he could find a way to lure the other party to Huaxia, it would simplify matters greatly.
After all, he is a member of the Ancient Martial Alliance.
Regrettably, the president directly refused: "Please don't play games. Not only are you, Night Emperor, associated with the Ancient Martial Alliance, but I also have many matters to attend to in Europe, so you must come here. After all, in this negotiation, you have no choice."
Qin Hao's heart was filled with mild anger, and he sneered, "No choice? Aren't you afraid I'll give the key to someone else?"
Though he didn't know what the key was specifically for, the Evil God Association was willing to capture the dangerous Bloody Queen to obtain it, so it must be extremely important.
Surely many forces would vie for it.
"Hey, Night Emperor, no need to threaten me. If you truly have the courage, go ahead."
The voice was full of confidence: "The world says you're a ruthless killer. However, after investigating, I found you to be more sentimental and righteous than expected..."
"Hmph!"
Knowing the other party understood his nature, Qin Hao's sense of threat intensified.
Now with the enemy hidden and himself exposed, the prospects of his trip to Europe looked grim.
"Alright, I have things to attend to, so let's leave it here." The voice sounded weary: "I await the Night Emperor's grand arrival in Europe."
The beeping hang-up tone rang. Qin Hao didn't immediately put his phone away but instead looked at a surveillance camera at the airport.
Typical surveillance cameras rotate back and forth to ensure no blind spots.
However, that camera never moved and always aimed in his direction.
Presumably, somewhere in Europe, that so-called president was watching him through the camera.
Qin Hao raised a middle finger at the camera and then left the airport the way he came.
Before calling Fatty, Qin Hao first found a reliable safe house nearby.
It's obvious the Evil God Association is a colossal entity, and for them to know him so well, there must be a hacker assisting them behind the scenes.
Therefore, Qin Hao had to act cautiously.
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