Chapter 267: The Threat from Ghost, Control Slipping Away

“K, do you have any other ideas?”

Ghost’s cold words echoed on the top floor of Xingsheng Building.

This sentence made K’s expression turn icy, and his fists clenched involuntarily.

In the past, even figures like The Sculptor, Butcher, and Ghost wouldn’t question his judgment or decisions. But recently, even Demon Witch had openly opposed him.

Now, Ghost not only opposed his decision but also began to question him, clearly doubting his words. Such a drastic change made it impossible for K not to feel angry, impossible to remain calm.

…

Taking a deep breath, K suppressed his anger and unclenched his fists. It was absolutely pointless and extremely dangerous to fall out with Ghost right now. Not just because of the United States casino incident, but also because of the evidence in Lan Cai’er’s possession.

As Q mentioned earlier, if the evidence Lan Cai’er holds is uncovered, not only J but their entire base could be implicated. So it was crucial to ensure that when Gray Wolf arrived, Ghost wouldn’t be apprehended by the police, which would ruin all their preparations.

Though K had calmed down, he still pretended to be angry to avoid letting Ghost see through him. He coldly threatened, “Ghost, are you questioning me?”

“What gives you the courage to challenge and doubt me?”

“Do you think… besides me, there’s anyone else who can help you escape from these relentless police?”

“Or do you naively believe that hiding in a residential house in the Urban Village can fool that sharp-nosed cop named Su Ming?”

“It seems the lessons from Butcher, Poison, and Qiang Wei haven’t taught you that these police aren’t the fools you could easily deceive before.”

“If you want to eat bullets…”

“But K, weren’t those people all dealt with by you?”

Before K could finish, Ghost disdainfully interrupted him, a first for him.

This sentence made K finally feel everything slipping out of control, filling his heart with an unquenchable rage.

Just as he was about to speak further, Ghost changed his tone, sounding as if he was conceding.

“But… K, you wouldn’t do that to me, right?”

“After all, I helped you deal with the big problem of Lan Cai’er. If I were caught by the police…”

“You know how much trouble that would cause, don’t you?”

“So, since you said so, I should leave this Urban Village. But K, can you tell me…”

“Where do you think I can hide from the police, where I can truly escape this capture?”

“If I’m arrested, it could unravel a series of major cases. I can’t guarantee I won’t say a word under their methods.”

These words made K clench his fists again, grinding his teeth. He knew this was a threat from Ghost, indicating that if he were captured, he would reveal the crucial evidence Lan Cai’er knew.

This was a threat, a real threat from Ghost. But K had no choice but to be threatened by Ghost to prevent that important evidence from falling into the hands of the police.

K understood clearly now. When the police failed to uncover the Drug trafficking organization and were being played for fools, all members would obey him and follow his orders without question. But once a problem arose, his orders seemed to lose their authority.

For someone like Ghost, who could kill his wife, whom he started from scratch with, without hesitation to escape the casino’s pursuit, what threat could his family pose to him?

Thinking of this, K realized that any threat had lost its power over Ghost. If pushed to the brink, Ghost might even take desperate measures.

Before being cornered by the police, Ghost wouldn’t dare say a word. Since his identity was exposed, K could send someone like Butcher or Priest to silence him forever.

But now, with the police’s relentless pursuit and the Drug trafficking organization’s growing vulnerabilities, K found himself stretched thin with no one to rely on.

This emboldened Ghost to defy and threaten him.

Waiting for Gray Wolf to arrive and deliver a fatal blow to Ghost might be the best solution, though it was possible that Gray Wolf, still on the plane, might not arrive in time.

But no matter what, he had to keep Ghost steady.

Quickly sorting through these details, K’s eyes showed no anger, only coldness and malice. He spoke calmly, “Ghost, do you think threats work on me?”

“Of course, you can try. Go to Yang Liu Criminal Investigation Brigade in Jiahe City, raise your hands, and tell the police what you know.”

“But even if you do, what impact can it have on me?”

“But I believe that would be the biggest mistake of your life, a choice you’ll never have the chance to regret.”

After a few seconds, Ghost let out a conciliatory laugh, ignoring the earlier tension, and asked, “K, you’ve misunderstood.”

“Why would I do such a thing? You know, besides you, who else can I trust now?”

“I’ve packed my things. Tell me quickly, where is safe? I need to hide before I’m caught, right?”

Hearing this, K squinted slightly, then spoke expressionlessly.

“Dongbai Shopping Plaza.”

“Hide in the restroom of the underground parking lot. It’s already 8 PM. In two hours, the plaza will close.”

“At that time, the police won’t be focusing there, and no one will find you. Stay hidden until the next morning to make plans.”

“And drop your useless vigilance. From what I know of Qiang Wei, she probably hasn’t had time to tell the police about the Skin Mask.”

“Don’t waste time pretending. Take the Skin Mask and leave immediately.”

In the Urban Village house in Jiahe City, Ghost’s cold and mocking gaze remained unchanged, though he let out a hollow laugh, replying flatteringly, “Understood, Boss K.”

“I don’t want to end up in jail again. I’m counting on you during this time.”

“Once this blows over, I’m planning to leave Dragon Country for the United States. Boss K, you’ll help me then, won’t you?”

“Alright, that’s it. I better leave quickly.”

After speaking, Ghost hung up without hesitation. He stared at the call duration with disdain and a sneer.

But he didn’t hesitate. He immediately took out the Skin Mask he hadn’t dared to wear before and packed his things to temporarily leave the house.

The reason for following K’s instructions was simple. Ghost knew very well that although K wanted him dead, he wouldn’t want him captured by the police.

Following K’s orders was the surest way to evade the police.

In an organization full of criminals, there’s no loyalty or betrayal. Only perpetual interests and threats serve as the true glue.

So at this moment, Ghost donned Qiang Wei’s Skin Mask and, following K’s directions, left the house…