Chapter 1342: Chapter 1342: Life for a Life
General Hawan had no choice but to compromise; now being a prisoner, he really didn’t have any options for survival.
Furthermore, Ye Fan’s words couldn’t be disobeyed, fearing that if he died, there would be no time left to regret.
General Hawan was adjusting his emotions, preparing to contact Black Shark, he must think of a good excuse first, without any flaws.
The four bodyguards looked miserable, each of them dared not move recklessly, nor breathe heavily. Seeing General Hawan’s demeanor, they knew how difficult it was for him. Although distanced enough not to hear the conversation, the general’s reaction spoke volumes, showing his extremely unfavorable situation—falling to the lower hand, and having no choice but to follow others’ orders.
A dignified general ending up in such circumstances; how unfortunate and poignant.
The four bodyguards were actually scared, not of Ye Fan’s group, but fearing that General Hawan may kill them for silence after coming out.
They witnessed the unbearable scene of General Hawan, really unsure if he would show mercy.
Seeing the vulnerable side of a superior is indeed a major taboo.
So, how could they not worry about their own safety?
Ye Fan’s group didn’t think much of it, considering General Hawan a disgrace; recognizing reality and giving up Black Shark was so simple, yet he continued to think of unrealistic thoughts, truly bringing shame onto himself, and once coldly reprimanded by Ye Fan, he finally settled down and awakened to the reality of being a prisoner.
Once General Hawan adjusted his state and thought of an excuse, he contacted Black Shark.
If Black Shark detected anything unusual, he would be the one to die; hence, he couldn’t afford any sloppiness.
"Captain Black Shark, my friend, aren’t you asleep yet?" General Hawan said with a smile.
It was already eleven at night, and General Hawan’s casino trip had lasted four or five hours.
"General Hawan, hello, I’m just about to sleep." Black Shark queried with suspicion, "May I ask, is there something you need?"
"Telling you to go to the casino for fun, you didn’t go, you really missed the grand scene of me dominating the casino, how exhilarating that was." General Hawan laughed heartily, his tone full of pride and arrogance.
"Congratulations on your success at the casino, General Hawan." Black Shark could only praise. For safety, he didn’t accompany General Hawan to the casino; thus avoiding risk. Now hearing General Hawan had won big, Black Shark understood his intention.
General Hawan firmly stated, "I’ve prepared fine wines, just waiting for Captain Black Shark to join me for a taste, and there are beauties too, you surely wouldn’t refuse, would you? This is my token of hospitality as host, you wouldn’t neglect this bit of courtesy, would you, my brother? I consider you a friend, don’t betray my companionship."
Black Shark initially wanted to use the late hour as an excuse for refusal, but hearing General Hawan’s words, he could only abandon doubts.
With General Hawan’s enthusiastic invitation as host, being unreasonable would truly be inappropriate.
Black Shark also cared about face, naturally unwilling to contradict General Hawan’s wishes, knowing refusal would be a slap in the face; despising this much courtesy was indeed foolish.
Understanding the stakes, Black Shark’s remaining thoughts of refusal naturally vanished.
Besides, there are beauties, which he had long sought after; chased by Peng Bird, his journey filled with anger and violence needed an outlet. Now that Black Shark had thought it through, he would certainly go.
"Hard to resist General Hawan’s hospitality; there’s no reason not to come." Black Shark agreed with a smile, "But where is this place? I’ll need General Hawan to send more people to escort me."
He still dared not be careless and could only strengthen his protective entourage to ensure safety.
"That is definite, my men know what to do and won’t let anything happen to you." General Hawan assured, then praised, "You are my friend; this is indeed the Poison Dragon Mercenary Corps’ fifth captain. If hiding because of Peng Bird’s threat, it would shame my face as your friend, and Poison Dragon Mercenary Corps’ reputation would be tarnished."
Indirectly striking at Black Shark to glorify himself is General Hawan’s style.
"General Hawan, wait a moment; I’ll be right there." Black Shark reluctantly agreed with a bitter smile.
After ending the call, General Hawan finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Under the protection of a group of warriors, four vehicles left the camp, heading straight to General Hawan’s residence.
Along the way, Black Shark still worried, fearing Peng Bird’s crew might ambush with gunfire or surround the convoy, disabling the vehicle tires, and after an attack, his life would no longer be his own.
Facts proved his worries were unnecessary; Peng Bird’s team showed no traces whatsoever.
"Seems I overthought, giving too much importance to Peng Bird’s group; they’re just so-so. Now, I’m General Hawan’s distinguished guest, even if they had great audacity, they can’t trouble me, nor dare provoke General Hawan." Black Shark relaxed his tense nerves, no longer worried as his heart grew content.
Upon arriving at General Hawan’s residence, the soldiers escorting Black Shark were greeted by those guarding General Hawan’s residence before departing.
Politely and respectfully, two soldiers invited Black Shark through the gate but did not enter.
Black Shark walked inside, and shortly, General Hawan appeared in sight, not even glancing at the four bodyguards; though the atmosphere was slightly tense, the thoroughly relaxed Black Shark believed the current environment to be secure, hence felt no worry nor sensed anything awry.
"General Hawan, here I am; I haven’t let your hospitality down, have I? Peng Bird’s gang is formidable but dare not brag in front of you; offending you is tantamount to seeking death, hence they didn’t dare trouble me, surely hiding somewhere." Black Shark chuckled, "All thanks to General Hawan’s shelter."
Black Shark continuously approached General Hawan, joy evident on his face.
Especially looking at Zhang Lu, Yang Shu, and Shen Tingting, his eyes gleamed unusually, inwardly exclaiming exceptional.
"We are all brothers, no need for courtesy, please sit." General Hawan didn’t feign a smile but naturally smiled, then invited Black Shark to sit, without any redundant hints.
Now that Black Shark had arrived, everything was settled.
His life was no longer in danger.
Successfully deceiving Black Shark, General Hawan could rest easy.
