Chapter 15

The murderous intent in Qin Ran's heart made him no longer linger.

However, when he walked to the warehouse door and pushed the creaking door, his eyes immediately changed, and a look of arrogance and brutality similar to that of the armed thugs appeared on his face.

"What's going on? Damn it, why am I the one guarding here today? And those guys can drink, play cards, and sleep? This is the third time this week!"

The harsh noise made the armed thug responsible for guarding the warehouse entrance walk out from a room on the side, muttering to himself.

When he saw the unfamiliar face of Qin Ran, he raised his gun in alert.

"Who are you?"

The armed thug asked.

"Hey, buddy, I'm one of you! I was introduced by Brother Drai, and Leader Hook has already agreed!"

Qin Ran raised his hands to show he meant no harm.

At the same time, he mentioned the names of the previously captured armed thug and the leader.

Qin Ran's consecutive mention of two names made the armed thug in front of him relax a bit, but he did not lower his gun.

"Introduced by Drai? Then why isn't he coming in with you?"

The other person asked.

"Didn't you know about Drai and Leader Hook's mission?"

Qin Ran looked at the armed thug with a puzzled expression.

"Of course I know! Drai followed Leader Hook to find that pair of dogs who dared to offend us! If I weren't guarding here, I would have joined the mission!"

Seemingly feeling belittled by Qin Ran, the thug, who held a low position among the gang, stiffened his neck and began to boast.

"Is that so?"

A hint of doubt appeared on Qin Ran's face, which made the armed thug somewhat angry, but he was soon completely captivated by Qin Ran's words.

"Right! That pair of dogs really deserved it! But the man is already dead, and only the woman is left... She's been brought back! Everyone is lining up!"

As he spoke, a knowing look appeared on Qin Ran's face.

"Really?!"

The armed thug's eyes lit up.

"Of course it's true! Leader Hook sent me down to find Brother Dart!"

Qin Ran lied with a straight face.

However, the armed thug in front of him became even more convinced.

Because Dart was also a confidant of 'Wolf' Hook!

If 'Wolf' Hook hadn't believed that the people he brought were enough to deal with Qin Ran and Corinne, these two would certainly have been part of the gang.

"Hey, buddy, can I go find Brother Dart?"

Qin Ran asked, seeing the change in the other person's expression.

He already knew what the other person would say.

According to the captured thug, although 'Vulture' used the women he plundered to trade with the rebels, he was quite 'valuable' to these women.

Apart from 'Vulture' himself and 'Wolf' Hook, only a few trusted subordinates could receive rewards.

A thug like the one in front of him, who held no significant position among the armed gang, would never have the chance to touch them.

Of course, there were exceptions!

That was women who were not considered 'merchandise.'

Clearly, Corinne, who participated in killing two of 'Vulture's subordinates, was one such exception.

So, everything was self-evident.

"Go! Go!"

The armed thug waved his hands, completely ignoring Qin Ran, his eyes filled with longing as he looked towards the warehouse door, his body moving involuntarily towards it.

The desire that rose in his heart had already made him forget everything.

It wasn't until a powerful hand covered his mouth that he realized something was wrong!

But it was too late!

The sharp edge of the dagger cut into his neck!

The rapid loss of life left him unable to do anything.

[Stab: Critical hit, causing 100 damage (50 cold weapon (dagger) (base) x 2), opponent dies...]

Qin Ran quickly dragged the body into the room the thug had just left.

The room contained nothing but a chair.

In fact, the place serving as the last line of defense for the entire hideout was this simple.

After throwing the body onto the chair, Qin Ran carefully checked his clothes to ensure no blood had splattered on them before heading deeper into the warehouse.

Qin Ran's steps were neither hurried nor slow, ignoring the noise from the armed thugs in the side rooms and the roar of the diesel generator, focusing all his attention on the end of the warehouse.

'Vulture' was in the room at the end of the warehouse.

He was Qin Ran's ultimate target!

As long as he eliminated 'Vulture,' the remaining armed thugs, no matter how many, would be nothing without sufficient living supplies.

As for the remaining armed thugs taking over 'Vulture's business?

Not only was it unlikely that 'Vulture' would reveal such crucial information to his subordinates, but the greed among the armed thugs, facing the opportunity to become the leader, would be enough to spark an internal conflict.

After interacting with the armed thugs and sensing their disregard for life, arrogance, and hollow self-importance, Qin Ran was confident in his assessment.

So, 'Vulture' must die!

Not only to eliminate future threats, but also because 'Vulture' would affect his final evaluation and harvest.

At the end of the warehouse.

Unlike the rooms on either side of the corridor, there was only one room here, directly facing the warehouse door. From the outside, it looked no different from the other rooms, but in reality, its interior was several times larger. As 'Vulture's bedroom, it contained over 80% of the hideout's supplies.

Moreover, according to the captured thug, 'Vulture' was a suspicious and possessive person.

Because in 'Vulture's room, there were not only abundant supplies but also weapons and special 'merchandise'!

Qin Ran stood at the door, holding his breath and listening carefully.

But the room's excellent soundproofing made him hear nothing.

Knock, knock, knock!

After confirming he couldn't get any information from outside, Qin Ran rhythmically knocked on the door with his left hand, while his right hand gripped the dagger.

"Who is it!"

A sharp, impatient voice sounded.

"Boss 'Vulture,' Leader Hook has returned!"

Qin Ran lied according to the plan.

Faced with such a deception, 'Vulture' had no doubts.

Because he had confidence in his trusted subordinate Hook and the three layers of defense he had set up!

Or perhaps he believed his reputation was enough to intimidate everyone!

The next moment, 'Vulture' directly opened the door.

A tall, thin man appeared before Qin Ran, wearing only what looked like beach shorts, bare-chested. His face was gaunt, his eyes sunken, his nose slightly hooked, and his hair sparse, revealing his scalp. Standing there, he looked like a living vulture.

He glanced around and, seeing only Qin Ran, asked, "Where's Hook? What about that pair of damn dogs?"

"The man is already dead! The woman has been brought back and is being handled by Leader Hook..."

As he spoke, a knowing smile appeared on Qin Ran's face.

At the same time, he subtly observed the infamous 'Vulture' among survivors and thugs.

The other person was far from as strong as he had imagined!

His bare chest was so thin that his ribs were clearly visible, and his two skinny arms had no muscle—had it not been for the description of 'Vulture' by the captured thug and Corinne's detailed account, Qin Ran would never have believed this person was 'Vulture,' thinking him just a drug addict.

"Hook, that guy!"

Hearing Qin Ran's description, 'Vulture' grinned, revealing his blackened teeth.

He didn't care about Hook's actions, only whether Hook had completed the mission and restored his reputation.

"He did well, I'll reward him properly!"

With that, 'Vulture' prepared to close the door.

As for Qin Ran?

Although he looked unfamiliar, 'Vulture' had recently recruited a batch of people, so he didn't pay much attention.

More importantly, 'Vulture' didn't believe a stranger could break into his impregnable hideout.

So, when Qin Ran raised his right hand, which was hidden behind his back, and stabbed the dagger into 'Vulture's neck, 'Vulture' didn't react at all.

"Ugh!"

Clutching the dagger in his neck, 'Vulture' stumbled back, clearing the way for Qin Ran to enter the room. Qin Ran followed, closing the door with his left hand.

Bang!

The moment Qin Ran closed the door, 'Vulture' fell to the ground.

His wide-open eyes still held a look of intense surprise, and his face was filled with disbelief.

Until his death, 'Vulture' never understood why Qin Ran attacked him.

He didn't even know that Qin Ran was one of the targets of his kill order.

[Stab: Critical hit, causing 100 damage (50 cold weapon (dagger) (base) x 2), opponent dies...]

Plop!

Qin Ran bent down to pull out the dagger, avoiding the spray of blood.

Then, he looked around the room.

The first thing he saw was a large bed, and on that bed, a girl with her limbs tied and mouth gagged stared at him with wide eyes.

"Don't worry, I mean no harm!"

Faced with the girl's glare, Qin Ran instinctively explained.

But before he could say more, a cell phone rang, capturing his attention.

Ring, ring, ring!

Following the sound, Qin Ran saw an old-fashioned but sturdy-looking phone on the bedside table.

Qin Ran walked over and picked it up.

The white screen displayed the caller: Major!

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