Chapter 849: We don’t need allies (1/2)

GDK 849: We don’t need allies

Polo had been living in the Fringe for many years and he was also a cunning and treacherous character. He immediately ordered his followers to handle the matter.

Soon enough, the group of godhunters led by Polo returned to the crime scene with several bodies. Wearing a treacherous smile, Kodiak reported to Polo, “Chief, these are the followers of the other four Sovereigns. Anyone who attempts to investigate the murder will be led on a path to nowhere.”

“Good. Be sure to tidy up the place properly and leave no trail behind,” instructed Polo. He then turned to Han Hao, smiled, and said, “I did not expect you to show up. Haha, I have heard about what you did outside the Omphalos. I’m sure that the entire Land of Chaos is talking about you guys!”

Han Hao raised an eyebrow at Polo and replied, “What exactly do you want to tell me?”

“Hehe,” Polo put on a somewhat awkward smile and said, “If you are going to expand in the Fringe, then, as members of the Alliance, as we are on good terms with each other, it is only proper that we should be assisting each other. Don’t you think?”

“Yes, that is true,” replied Han Hao with an expressionless face. But after taking a short pause, he bunched his brows and asked, “What exactly do you mean by ‘assisting each other’?”

“We godhunters and the Five Sovereign have always kept to our own businesses. If you wish to expand your influence in the Fringe, you will inevitably come into contact with the Five Sovereigns. Yes, and based on my understanding of the Sovereigns, confrontation is only a matter of time. What I’m saying is, I’m willing to take your side!” Polo was somewhat hesitant when he said those words. Having lived in the Fringe for many years, he knew just how ferocious the Sovereigns could be. It was not easy for him to come to this decision.

Han Hao seemed to be interested. His purple demon eye glistened and he scanned Polo before he curiously asked, “In what way are you going to stand by my side? As an ally?”

“That’s right, an ally!” affirmed Polo.

“Oh.” Han Hao’s face returned to showing no emotion. He shook his head and replied, “We need no allies.” Then, with his eyes staring straight at Polo, he continued, “Polo, if you are genuine, you should hand your followers to me and you too should serve me.”

That proposal was way, way off Polo’s original intention. He was stunned by the bold proposal for a long time. After finally coming to his senses, Polo frowned and said, “Han Hao, I admit, you are extraordinarily powerful. However, in the Godhunter Alliance, my reputation is no less than yours. Besides, I have been living in the Fringe for far longer than you have. You sure you aren’t joking?”

Han Hao nodded solemnly. “You decide for yourself. In short, I do not need allies.” Han Hao sensed a minute vibration from the ground. He knew that Han Tu must be starting to get worried because he wasn’t sure what was going on on the surface. Han Hao therefore did not take the time to persuade Polo but succinctly summarized, “On account that you have helped me today, I will not make an enemy of you. Go back and think about it. Don’t take too long.”

Upon finishing those words, Han Hao turned away and took to the sky without giving the godhunters another look.

Polo and his godhunters stared at the leaving Han Hao foolishly. Like a shadow he vanished into the horizon in no time. Moments later, Polo woke up from his daze. Gloomily, he remarked, “You sure are an arrogant brat, Han Hao!”

Polo seemed to be in a bad mood. Given his position in the Godhunter Alliance, his strength, and the forces he commanded, Polo considered himself generous to be Han Hao’s ally. However, not only had Han Hao declined his olive branches, but he expected Polo to bow to him. Polo felt as though his good intention was returned with a snub.

Kodiak was angry. “Chief, that youngster is an arrogant, conceited brat. We have done all this for nothing!”

Polo grunted, “Let’s see how he will do in the Fringe. There is no need for us to decide in haste. Hmph, if he could demonstrate that level of strength, I will consider serving him.”

***

Over on the other side, Han Shuo, Rose, and the party continued to roam all around the Fringe. Romon, Han Shuo’s latest follower, was among the party.

Ever since Romon emerged from the swamp, he had willingly and fully accepted Han Shuo as his master. He submitted to Han Shuo because he felt the enormous transformation to his body and the benefits that Han Shuo had brought.

In just over ten days, the capacity of Romon’s body was substantially raised. At the mere thought, he could turn his body into the toughest metal or transform into any melee weapon of any form. He could even spurt toxins. He had transformed into a very unique being, not to mention an extremely powerful one.

“Master, if any of them are not willing to serve you, leave them to me. Hehe, I will beat them until they do!” said Romon. He wished to prove his worth to Han Shuo.