Li Hao nodded. There was no doubt that Ying Hongyue was very strong. His organs were likely formidable beyond belief as well. How could they not be with a daily diet of blood pearls?2

But judging from the Gold Armor’s tone, this wasn’t a good thing. The supernaturals that nurtured the scarlet shadows might all suffer some sort of backlash, they just weren’t aware of it yet.3

“You may go, I have no further business with you!”1

“……” Li Hao regarded the director general wordlessly. Isn’t there anything you want to give me? You called me here just to have me collect ancient weapons? You’re… a bit stingy!1

The director general of Security seemed to read Li Hao’s mood. “Stop looking at me,” he said calmly. “I have nothing for you! Nothing is given for free in this world, you must pay a price to receive anything. Everything is traded for equal value! Conflict is inevitable in martial dao, fight for it yourself!2

“Everything that martial masters are are a result of their own efforts, not even the eight families are an exception. When the...1