In the secret passage.
Ever since the man left, Green Ox had a nagging sense of unease, though he couldn't pinpoint why.
"A Niu, take some men out and see what's happening."
The more Green Ox thought about it, the more uneasy he became. He wanted A Niu to personally go out and check the situation. However, just then, a figure suddenly leaped down from the passage above.
Wearing a green robe, with his long hair tied back and wearing sunglasses, he didn't look like a lost passenger, nor did he seem like a police officer. Green Ox's heart leaped into his throat, and he immediately pointed his gun at a hostage's head.
"Who are you?"
"Oh? Trying to threaten me with the lives of these useless people?"
Luo Feng sneered dismissively and walked slowly towards the two men.
Green Ox instantly understood the other party's identity; he was definitely not from the police! Green Ox made the fastest and correct decision. He immediately raised his gun to aim at Luo Feng, but at that moment, Luo Feng's figure suddenly vanished.
Damn it, he's a master!
Without a second thought, Green Ox turned to flee. The space was narrow. As long as he could create distance, he could still protect himself with his submachine gun.
The reason he didn't shoot immediately was that he knew the other party would definitely use the hostages as shields. If he was delayed and the opponent got close, he would be the one to die!
However, Green Ox had underestimated Luo Feng's strength. He had only taken a few steps when he felt a violent force surge from behind him. He only had time to instinctively turn and block with his hand in front of him. The next second, he was sent flying by a punch.
*Pfft!*
Still in mid-air, Green Ox vomited a mouthful of blood. He was even more terrified to find that his arm seemed to have a bone fracture.
"Boss!"
A Niu, standing nearby, finally reacted. As he raised his gun, he saw Luo Feng holding Green Ox with one hand.
"Let go of my boss!"
"Yo, I didn't expect your subordinate to be so loyal."
Even with a submachine gun aimed directly at him, Luo Feng showed no change in his expression. It was as if the gun posed no threat to him at all.
"Who exactly are you?"
Feeling the injuries on his body, Green Ox realized that the wound from Zhang Si's sneak attack had not fully healed yet. Now, after taking a punch, he looked somewhat weak and on the verge of death.
At this moment, Green Ox had given up the idea of resisting. But since the opponent hadn't killed him immediately, it gave him a glimmer of hope.
"I should be the one asking you that. Do you have the special material?"
Luo Feng casually tossed Green Ox aside. He didn't take Green Ox or A Niu, who was holding the gun, seriously at all. He took out a pack of cigarettes from his pocket and leisurely lit one.
Green Ox, who had been thrown to the ground, let out a cry of pain at first, but then his expression turned to shock.
"Are you from the organization?"
Luo Feng frowned slightly. "What organization?"
Green Ox's face froze.
"If you're not from the organization, why do you want the special material?"
"Yo, so you really have the special material in your hands?"
Luo Feng's face immediately showed interest. He then said directly, "Hand it over, and I'll spare your life."
Green Ox's expression changed. Although he was a bit confused about the current situation, since things had come to this point, he could only go along with Luo Feng's suggestion.
"The material isn't with me right now. As long as you can get me out safely, I can help you find it."
Before Luo Feng could speak, Green Ox added.
"Don't worry, I won't joke with my own life."
Luo Feng chuckled.
"Are you trying to negotiate with me?"
Green Ox suddenly revealed a cold smile.
"Otherwise? I went through all the trouble to spread the information not to save myself, would I just hand it over willingly?"
*Slap!*
A clear handprint appeared on Green Ox's left cheek, and a tooth flew out with a clack.
"I don't like people talking to me like that."
Luo Feng withdrew his hand and exhaled a puff of smoke.
But Green Ox had gone all out and stared fixedly at Luo Feng.
"I, Green Ox, am not some nobody. You can kill me now, but I can tell you clearly: he doesn't know anything about the material!"
Luo Feng frowned and turned to look at A Niu, who was not far away.
A Niu was still pointing the gun at him, but he hadn't dared to pull the trigger.
Green Ox had already briefed him on such situations: never offend these experts without absolute certainty, or the results could be counterproductive.
Luo Feng stared at A Niu for a while, and finally confirmed that Green Ox was telling the truth. Having seen countless people, he could detect any unusual expression on A Niu's face, but the latter's reaction had been nothing but nervousness from beginning to end.
After a long silence, Luo Feng continued.
"Green Ox? I think I've heard of you. No wonder you can access special materials. Was this thing imported from abroad?"
Green Ox remained silent, still staring intently at Luo Feng. He knew that at a time like this, he couldn't lose face.
"Relax, friend. I have no enmity with you, and killing you brings me no benefit."
"I can tell you that this material was not imported from abroad, and I also know roughly where it is."
Luo Feng immediately smiled. "As expected of someone who operates internationally, your mind is sharp. Alright, I agree to this cooperation."
As he spoke, Luo Feng took out his cigarettes and tossed one to Green Ox, acting like a friend, as if the punch and slap hadn't happened.
Green Ox picked up the cigarette, but the vigilance in his eyes did not fade.
"What, do you need me to help you up?"
Luo Feng's eyes suddenly turned cold. One moment they were full of smiles, and the next they were filled with murderous intent. Such a drastic change made A Niu, who was behind him, even more nervous, and large beads of sweat continuously dripped from his forehead.
However, Green Ox, as the person involved, clearly felt a sense of relief.
He wasn't afraid of the opponent's true nature, but he was afraid of their insincerity. Seeing Luo Feng like this, Green Ox knew that he had managed to escape death for today.
But for now, it was only temporary.
"Shall we go now?"
Green Ox struggled to get up from the ground. He first gave A Niu a look, and the latter, understanding, lowered his gun. At this moment, Luo Feng also threw over a lighter.
Green Ox took it and lit it, taking a deep drag. The tension on his face eased slightly.
Only then did Luo Feng speak. "Let's go."
He then walked towards the exit.
However, for safety, Green Ox brought a few hostages with him.
There were three men and two women in total, all of them the highest-ranking individuals he had questioned. One of the men seemed to be a high-ranking official in the political sphere.
Luo Feng only noticed Green Ox's action when he reached the restroom door, and he frowned.
"Why are you bringing these encumbrances?"
Green Ox said sternly, "These few might be useful."