Chapter 80: The Fox Lord Radiating Murderous Intent

Chapter Eighty: The Fox Lord’s Lethal Aura

Xu Yun heard everything clearly. Ma Pinghai called "Boss Kai" as if he were his own father, and the main point of the call was simple: he had found the people in the photograph—the woman and the child. He also promised to keep them in place, waiting for Boss Kai to arrive.

The distance from the Northern District to the city center wasn't far; for someone skilled, it wouldn't take much time to get there. Xu Yun felt a degree of worry. If it were only himself, he wouldn't mind—sooner or later, he would have to face Red Scorpion, and perhaps it would be best to settle things today. But now, he had too many concerns: Guo Guo, Ruan Qingshuang, and even Qin Wan'er would be powerless before a top-tier fighter.

Qiu Yan, whose body hadn't fully recovered, might barely protect herself, but defending the others was nearly impossible.

Though Xu Yun had never fought Red Scorpion, from what he knew, Red Scorpion was definitely a peak-level master. Whether he'd broken through to an even higher realm was unknown. If Red Scorpion had already become a super-level fighter, Xu Yun stood no chance.

Xu Yun understood that everyone needed to leave immediately. With Red Scorpion's ruthless methods, he wouldn't care about collateral damage. If a fight broke out here, Xu Yun feared many innocent souls would be lost.

Damn Ma Pinghai!

Xu Yun returned, his face calm despite the urgent situation. "Finished eating?"

"Just a little more," Guo Guo replied, licking her lips.

Xu Yun smiled faintly and let Guo Guo continue eating. There was no rush; better to be full before leaving.

Ma Pinghai, having ended his call, also returned. He was visibly more excited, desperately suppressing a triumphant spark.

"Heh, Secretary Ma, are you in a good mood?" Xu Yun smiled, having made up his mind—Qin Wan'er should deal with this man to prevent future trouble. "Share the joy with everyone."

Ma Pinghai was momentarily stunned and forced a smile. "Heh, it's a pleasure to dine with you, Brother Xu, and Sister Shuang. That's reason enough to be happy."

Xu Yun made a sound of acknowledgment and pressed on, "But just now you secretly called someone, saying you'd found the woman and child in the photo. What's that about?"

Qiu Yan's face suddenly radiated a deadly chill. Her sixth sense had warned her from the start that something was off about Ma Pinghai, and now she was proven right. Hearing about the photo's woman and child, Qiu Yan instantly understood what was happening.

Ma Pinghai's expression changed dramatically. He never expected his call from the restroom to be overheard!

Xu Yun sneered. "Secretary Ma, aren't you going to explain yourself?"

Everyone else was bewildered, not understanding what Xu Yun was saying to Ma Pinghai. Guo Guo, sensing Qiu Yan's murderous rage, quickly pushed her plate forward and told Ruan Qingshuang, "Mom, I'm full."

Suddenly, a flash of cold light—Qiu Yan's soft sword, Longyuan, struck down, splitting the massive table in two with a crash, sending plates and utensils flying. The sword's energy even tore a gap in the floor.

Ruan Qingshuang and Qin Wan'er didn't understand Qiu Yan's sudden outburst. They hurriedly picked up Guo Guo and moved behind Xu Yun. Ruan Qingshuang was nervously terrified, thinking this was just like the gangland showdowns in movies. Qin Wan'er vaguely realized Qiu Yan's reaction was connected to Xu Yun's questioning of Ma Pinghai.

Wu Lei was stunned, nearly collapsing. He finally understood why Jin Biao had chosen to compromise—this woman was no ordinary person. He couldn't have chopped through such a big table with an axe, let alone a soft sword.

Jin Biao, knowing Qiu Yan wasn't normal, was less shocked than Wu Lei but still confused why a simple meal had turned so explosive. What was Ma Pinghai up to?

Qiu Yan's murderous aura was unrestrained, all directed at Ma Pinghai.

Ma Pinghai was terrified after being exposed, nearly scared witless by Qiu Yan's display. But after the panic, he remembered his own powerful backer. "Hmph, I'll wait and see how arrogant you are when Boss Kai arrives! I have powerful allies in the underworld!"

"Boss Kai?" Xu Yun raised an eyebrow. "Heh, you mean Hao Kai, the nationally wanted S-class criminal? No wonder the police can't find him. You've been hiding him. Qin Wan'er, now you have a lead. Aiding a criminal isn't a minor offense."

Qin Wan'er had originally distanced herself from their affairs, but hearing Xu Yun's words, her attention sharpened immediately.

"Hmph! Do you even know who Hao Kai is? You think you can catch him with your abilities?" Ma Pinghai snapped. He'd seen the prowess of underworld figures and felt confident.

Xu Yun sneered, unperturbed, moving close to Ma Pinghai and whispering, "Of course I know Red Scorpion, the infamous underworld figure. But do you know who I am?"

Ma Pinghai shivered. Was Xu Yun also from the underworld?

Qin Wan'er spat, "If I don't arrest you today, I won't be a Qin!"

"Anyone who threatens Guo Guo must die!" Qiu Yan's eyes flashed coldly. Before Qin Wan'er could react, she lunged forward. Longyuan's blade, shimmering like autumn water, swept through the crowd and stabbed straight toward Ma Pinghai's heart!

Ma Pinghai never imagined they would kill someone right in front of a police officer. His face was ashen. Jin Biao and Wu Lei were utterly dumbfounded. They'd seen plenty in their years, but never anything like this.

Ruan Qingshuang, panicking, covered Guo Guo's eyes, while Qin Wan'er could only shout sternly, "Stop!"

As a police officer, even if Ma Pinghai was harboring a national fugitive, Qin Wan'er couldn't just stand by and watch him be killed. Hesitating, she drew her sidearm. If Qiu Yan tried to kill someone, she would not tolerate it.

Yet, just as Qiu Yan's soft sword was about to pierce Ma Pinghai's chest, Xu Yun kicked it aside and yanked Ma Pinghai behind him with one hand. The terrified Ma Pinghai was left frozen like a puppet.

"Don't stop me!" Qiu Yan pointed her sword at Xu Yun, furious.

Xu Yun frowned. He knew Qiu Yan would never tolerate any threat to her or Guo Guo's safety and wanted to eradicate all risks.

If Qin Wan'er wasn't present, he might not have stopped Qiu Yan from dealing with such a scoundrel. Xu Yun was no saint. But today was different—Qin Wan'er had drawn her gun!

Xu Yun understood Qin Waner's character well; she would never allow vigilante justice. If Qiu Yan killed Ma Pinghai today, it would never end peacefully. There were only two possible outcomes: either Qiu Yan would be arrested, or Qin Wan'er would be killed. Neither would back down.

Ma Pinghai's fate could not be decided by Qiu Yan today. Xu Yun's mind remained crystal clear.

"Qiu Yan, your real opponent isn't this man." Xu Yun's face lost its former flippant smile and grew cold, making Qiu Yan sense his seriousness.

But Qiu Yan was unwilling. Ma Pinghai had exposed her and Guo Guo's identities, putting them at risk of attack from Red Scorpion at any moment. Not killing Ma Pinghai left her furious.

"Qiu Yan, we'll handle this by the book. Put away your weapon!" Qin Wan'er was tense; Qiu Yan was a dangerous person in her eyes.

Seeing Qin Wan'er's gun, Qiu Yan sneered, "My affairs don't need police interference!"

"You—" Qin Wan'er bit her lip in fury.

"Qiu Yan, you may not trust the police, but at least trust me. Believe what I say: give Ma Pinghai to Qin Wan'er. She won't let him escape justice." Xu Yun was the only calm one. "Ma Pinghai has already told Red Scorpion where we are. This isn't the place to settle things. I hope you'll consider the bigger picture."

Guo Guo didn't understand the adult world, but she knew Qiu Yan did everything for her, and Xu Yun acted for everyone. "Sister Qiu Yan, let's listen to Daddy, okay?"

Finally, at Guo Guo's words, Qiu Yan withdrew her deadly aura.

"We leave now," Xu Yun decided immediately.

But Qin Wan'er suddenly resisted, glaring at Xu Yun. "Did you mean that man will arrive here soon?"

"Qin Wan'er, I'll say it once: that man isn't as simple as you think." Xu Yun knew Qin Wan'er's mind; she wanted to catch the fugitive by waiting here.

But her idea was too naive—even a hundred of her couldn't threaten Red Scorpion.

"I'll call for backup right now. This is my chance, and I won't miss it!" Qin Wan'er was determined; nothing could sway her.

Xu Yun had to make a snap decision. Suddenly, he flashed before Qin Wan'er and, before she could react, chopped her neck with his hand. Qin Wan'er's vision darkened, and she muttered a few unclear words before fainting, "Damn you, Xu Yun…"

Convincing a righteous, inexperienced, and stubbornly idealistic policewoman was far harder than persuading a cold, elegant killer like Qiu Yan. Xu Yun knew this well, so he didn't hesitate to knock Qin Wan'er out.

Xu Yun hoisted Qin Wan'er onto his shoulder, then pointed at Ma Pinghai and said to Qiu Yan, "Take him."

Without hesitation, Qiu Yan knocked Ma Pinghai out with a kick and dragged him along like a dead dog.

Ruan Qingshuang didn't understand what was happening, but she knew it was time to leave. She picked up Guo Guo and strode out of the room without hesitation. Qiu Yan followed closely.

Before leaving, Xu Yun looked back at the stunned Jin Biao and Wu Lei. "You know who we are now. There are two paths: follow Sister Shuang, or end up like Ma Pinghai."

Jin Biao and Wu Lei nodded furiously, like chickens pecking at rice. Xu Yun and Qiu Yan's overwhelming strength was beyond anything they'd ever witnessed. They had no ability to resist and could only submit.

"And if you don't want to die, leave early," Xu Yun added, before carrying Qin Wan'er and swiftly departing from Hedong International Hotel.