0p0 Chapter 479 This price is not cheap
Chapter 479 This price is not cheap
In that solemn hall, the confrontation between Huo Han and Lian Haolong became the focal point. Huo Han stared at Lian Haolong lying on the ground, his voice as cold as ice. "I can let you go, but you must swear to never bother me again."
Lian Haolong held his wound, his face stained with blood. Though severely wounded, the rage in his eyes remained undimmed. He laughed hoarsely, each cough threatening to end his life, yet he seemed unconcerned.
"Do you think I can get away alive?" Lian Haolong smiled bitterly. "Even if I promise not to bother you again, those killers will still hunt me down for the unpaid commission. Huo Han, you're forcing me to do this!"
A trace of regret flashed across Huo Han's eyes, but he knew that the decisive battle with Lian Haolong would come sooner or later. If not today, then someday in the future.
"In that case, let's fight it out!" Lian Haolong suddenly burst out with unprecedented strength. His body drew an arc in the air and rushed directly towards Huo Han.
Huo Han didn't shy away, knowing Lian Haolong was already at the end of his rope. The two engaged in another fierce battle in the hall, each strike, each exchange, filled with deadly killing intent.
Fists and kicks clashed, swords flashed, and the battle between the two men made the air in the entire hall become scorching. Although Lian Haolong was seriously injured, his fighting spirit remained tenacious, and every move was completed with amazing willpower.
But gradually, Lian Haolong's strength began to decline, and each of his moves began to become a little messy, while Huo Han became more and more courageous.
In the end, Lian Haolong was hit hard by Huo Han's fist in a careless moment. He flew out like a kite with a broken string, fell heavily to the ground, and could not move.
Huo Han slowly walked to Lian Haolong's side and stepped on his chest. Lian Haolong raised his head slightly, his eyes full of despair and resentment.
Huo Han sighed, "Lian Haolong, you were once a hero in the gang. How did you end up like this today~"
Lian Haolong coughed and smiled, "Huo Han, it's not that I don't want to live, it's the rules of this world that force me to."
Huo Han was silent for a moment, then finally said, "I will spare your life, but not for you, but for those you've helped, and for the peace of the gang." A hint of shock flashed across Lian Haolong's eyes, followed by a wry smile. "Spare me? I'm afraid I won't get far."
Huo Han took a deep breath and made a decision. "I will send someone to escort you out of the city and protect you for a while. But you must swear to never set foot here again in your life."
Lian Haolong nodded with difficulty, and Huo Han let him go, deciding to give him a chance to live.
In the solemn hall, Lian Haolong's face was filled with despair. Although his body was seriously injured, his spirit seemed even more devastated. The uncles and aunts around him stood up and tried to persuade him to leave quickly and escape before Huo Han could let him go. (No, Zhao Hao)
"Lian Haolong, you are our pride. Why do you have to fall to such a state just for those little grudges in the past?" the old uncle advised with tears in his eyes.
Lian Haolong listened to the familiar voice, a complex expression on his face. Suddenly, he pulled a sharp dagger from his waist and pointed it at his heart. Huo Han's eyes widened instantly. With his extraordinary reflexes, he rushed forward and snatched the dagger away.
Lian Haolong was breathing rapidly. It was obvious that his actions just now had exhausted his physical strength. He looked at Huo Han tremblingly, his eyes full of helplessness and regret.
Huo Han frowned and said in a deep voice, "Why? Why are you so stubborn? Do you really think death is the solution to your problems?"
Lian Haolong responded with a hoarse voice, "You don't understand how I've survived to this day. I hired assassins, and now I can't afford their exorbitant fees. My life is their target, and I don't want to wait for death!"
Huo Han's eyes were deep. He stared at Lian Haolong, as if he wanted to see through his heart: "Hiring a killer? Why?"
Lian Haolong gritted his teeth, trying to suppress the pain and sadness in his heart: "For power and status, I thought that if I killed you, I would be the one in charge of the gang.
But I was wrong. I underestimated the appetite of those killers. They wanted not only money, but also my life."
Huo Han sneered: "You should have known that when dealing with killers, you can never be their friend, but only their employer. When you have no money to pay them, your life will become their target."
Lian Haolong hung his head helplessly, tears streaming down his bloodstained face. He knew very well that he was stupid, but there was no turning back.
Huo Han stood in the middle of the hall, and everyone in front of him stared at him with questioning eyes.
These people were all brought up by him. They were the backbone of the gang and Huo Han's most loyal supporters. But today, they found Huo Han's decision incomprehensible.
"Boss, what are you doing?" Jin Ya, a popular figure around Huo Han, who has a high reputation in the gang and is Huo Han's right-hand man, looked at Huo Han in confusion.
"Lian Haolong betrayed us, betrayed everyone. Why would we go to such great lengths to save him?"
"Yes, Boss, we have followed you for so many years just to make you stronger. If we let Lian Haolong go, who will dare to bow to us in the future?" said another man named Langya.
Huo Han took a deep breath. He knew that he had to give them a reasonable explanation today, otherwise his authority would be greatly undermined.
"You all know that the outside world already has a very bad impression of us. If we kill Lian Haolong now, then they will have even more reason to attack us."
Jin Ya frowned, "But Lian Haolong has betrayed us. He should pay the price for his actions."
Huo Han nodded, "I know, but we can't just see the hatred in front of us. Killing him won't cause any loss to me, but it will be a huge blow to everyone else."
Other gangs will use this opportunity to question my leadership, saying I'm a killer."
Langya sneered, "Those other gangs are just a bunch of rabble. We are not afraid of them."
Huo Han shook his head. "You underestimate public opinion. Public opinion can determine the life or death of a gang. What we need now is stability, not creating more enemies."
Jin Ya took a deep breath and said, "So what you mean is..."
Huo Han said slowly, "I will help Lian Haolong pay the money, but the condition is that he must leave and never return."
The hall was silent, and everyone was silently digesting Huo Han's decision.
"I know you are very dissatisfied, but I hope you can believe me. I will lead everyone to a brighter future." Huo Han's words were firm, with unshakable determination.
Gold Fang and Wolf Fang exchanged a glance, then nodded. "We'll listen to you, Boss."
Huo Han smiled slightly, "Thank you for your trust."
On a rainy night, water droplets hit the window, making an intermittent dripping sound. The lights in the manor were bright, and they looked even brighter through the raindrops.
In a spacious study, Huo Han sat upright, his white robes as white as snow. Suddenly, hurried footsteps were heard outside. A younger brother hurried in, bowed, and whispered, "Boss, someone's looking for you."
Huo Han nodded gently, "Who?"
"A woman who calls herself Liu Jing."
Huo Han's eyes moved slightly. He had heard of this name before. He was a well-known intelligence dealer in the world, who had a lot of secret information in his hands.
But why did she come to him? Huo Han signaled the younger brother to step back, then slowly stood up and walked into the front hall.
Liu Jing was a woman with a graceful figure and enchanting features. When Huo Han approached, she smiled slightly, raised her fan to cover half her face, and her eyes were full of mystery.
"Huo Han, I heard that you are the boss of this gang. I am very curious, so I came here specially to see you."
Huo Han smiled faintly and looked at her calmly. "Liu Jing, of course I've heard of you. I wonder what brings you here today?"
Liu Jing closed the fan and said slowly, "I have a lot of information in my hands. Some of it may be priceless to you."
Huo Han raised an eyebrow. He had already anticipated the purpose of her visit, but he still pretended to be curious. "Oh? That depends on what kind of news it is."
Liu Jing raised the corner of her mouth in a charming arc. "I have everything you want to know. But of course, this information is not for free."
Huo Han's face didn't show any fluctuation. "What's your price?"
Liu Jing blinked and said vaguely, "Money is certainly part of it, but more importantly, you have to ensure my safety. I have many enemies in this world." Huo Han looked at her deeply and said, "If your information is valuable enough, I can consider it."
Liu Jing smiled and said, "You know how valuable the information I have is. Tell me, what do you want to know most?"
Huo Han pondered for a moment. He knew Liu Jing wouldn't just come to him casually. She must have the intelligence he needed. "I want to know which forces are eyeing us closely."
A hint of pride flashed across Liu Jing's eyes, "This price is not cheap."
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Huo Han looked at her calmly, "As long as the information is accurate, price is not a problem."
Liu Jing nodded slightly. She had already gotten the answer she wanted. Cooperating with Huo Han was also a great opportunity for her.
As the night deepened, the manor became particularly quiet, with only the chirping of crickets as the sound. However, in Huo Han's study, the lights were bright, and the light they cast illuminated the entire room, making it seem extremely busy.
Huo Han sat at his desk, spread out before him the intelligence Liu Jing had brought him. The densely packed text chronicled the recent activities of various gangs. Liu Jing stood nearby, looking at Huo Han steadily, awaiting his comment.
Huo Han flipped through it for a while, his face gradually becoming heavy, "Is this true?" He looked up at Liu Jing.
Liu Jing nodded gently, her face full of certainty. "All my information has been rigorously screened and verified by multiple parties. It can't be false."
Huo Han put down the intelligence in his hand and took a deep breath. "It seems that all the gangs are starting to make moves."
At this time, Huo Han's trusted aides entered the study one after another. When they saw the information on the desk, their faces changed.