Flame Bar.

Amidst everyone's anxious wait, an hour passed quickly.

During this time, they gained nearly no valuable clues, and the phone on the table remained silent!

Obviously, the kidnappers did not call in for a ransom, and even the police weren't able to find any trace of them. There were no updates from their investigation.

The only clue from the chase earlier was interrupted, making it hard for the police to track them down, like headless chickens scrambling around ineffectively!

Now, all they could do was wait patiently for the kidnappers to call.

Another half hour passed.

Ring ring ring—

Just when everyone was getting restless and anxious, a piercing phone ring suddenly broke the oppressive silence in the room.

The ring was coming from the phone on the table belonging to Liu Yanyan.

Everyone's gaze instantly lit up.

It's here!

In an instant, everyone's eyes were fixed on the phone in front of Liu Yanyan, and they were all invigorated.

If nothing unexpected, this call was likely from the kidnappers demanding a ransom!

Liu Yanyan took a deep breath, exchanged a glance with Ye Xuan, then reached for the phone, saw the unknown number displayed, and decisively pressed the answer key.

"This is Liu Yanyan, who are you?"

"Hello, Miss Liu! Sorry to disturb you."

After a moment of silence, a deep male voice came from the other end of the phone.

He wasn't speaking the Yan Country language, but fluent American English, seemingly without worrying about being misunderstood!

After a pause, he continued, "I'm glad you answered this call because your decision is wise! Allow me to introduce myself. I'm Felix, you may not have heard of me, but that isn't important! Because now, the Murong family's young lady is in our hands, I think you might be interested in talking to me."

"How do you want to talk?" Liu Yanyan replied calmly, also in standard English, "State your demands! What will it take to let Wanwan go?"

"Haha, Miss Liu is indeed straightforward, I prefer to negotiate with people like you."

Felix smiled indifferently, speaking slowly, "Since that's the case, I won't beat around the bush! I heard that you and the Murong Family are now guarding something valuable, something Murong Tian entrusted to you before he left, isn't it?"

"You want that item?" Liu Yanyan asked solemnly.

"Of course. If Miss Liu can bring that item to me, I assure you, the young lady of the Murong Family will return safely!" Felix smiled slightly.

"I have no issue giving you the item, but how can I trust you won't go back on your word and harm the hostage's safety?"

"Miss Liu, you have no need to worry about this! I, Felix, am a mercenary with professional ethics, never breaking the spirit of a contract. I assure you that my word is my bond. All I want is the item in your possession; I have no interest in the young lady's life!" Felix stated.

"Alright, I'll trust you then. How do you want to make the trade?"

Liu Yanyan pondered briefly, then coldly questioned.

"It's simple; Miss Liu just needs to bring the item directly to me. As long as I have the item, I will absolutely honor the agreement and release the young lady of the Murong Family!"

Felix said calmly, "Of course, there are conditions: firstly, only you can come, no bringing anyone else; secondly, don't call the police or do anything disadvantageous to us. If detected, don't blame me for breaking the spirit of the contract! To ensure the little girl remains unharmed, follow my demands, and all will go well!"

"Moreover, I want to remind you for safety reasons, the little girl has already been moved to a different location. As long as things go smoothly here, she won't be hurt at all! Otherwise, the situation could turn unfavorable..."

"I'm saying this only to advise Miss Liu not to try anything clever, for everyone's benefit, including yours! What do you think, Miss Liu?"

"Fine! I can accept your second condition, but the first one is unacceptable!"

Liu Ying's eyes sparkled as she countered instead of fully agreeing, "For the transaction, I must ensure my own safety, so I absolutely need to bring a bodyguard."

"No, No! Miss Liu, please understand, this isn't a market, no room for negotiation!"

Felix shook his head on the phone, refusing Liu Yanyan's proposal:

"You must unconditionally accept my demands with no refusal. I can guarantee you don't need a bodyguard! We won't harm you; it serves us no purpose!"

"That won't do either! I need to ensure my safety, so I insist on bringing a bodyguard as a prerequisite for the trade! I won't rest easy handing my safety over to you; it's a foolish decision, and I can't go into it with peace of mind."

Liu Yanyan firmly stated her stance.

"This is my most basic requirement! Even if you use Wanwan to threaten me, I still insist on this condition."

She said resolutely, "If anything happens to me, not only will Wanwan remain unrescued, I might also be in danger. I must ensure my safety first, which is my responsibility towards Wanwan!"

"Ah... such a headache! Alright, alright, I agree, but you can only bring one bodyguard, no more! That's my bottom line."

Phoenix hesitated for a moment before finally agreeing.

In his view, even if she brought a bodyguard, it made no real difference at all! Although adding one more might present minor issues, it was ultimately negligible. So, whether a bodyguard was present made little difference.

A mere bodyguard poses no threat to them! Even ten wouldn't change the outcome.

The renowned Seven Seas Red Devil of the Western World won't fear a mere bodyguard?

That would really be a joke if it got out!

Upon hearing the agreement, Liu Yanyan let out a silent sigh of relief.

Since the kidnappers agreed, she could openly bring support along without sneaking around!

Whether it was Ye Xuan or Zi Ye, they were excellent support capable of making a difference at crucial moments!

Increasing the chances of rescuing Murong Wanwan.

"Good! State your address, I'll bring the item over." Liu Yanyan promptly stated.

"We are in the mountain range of East Sea City Western Suburb..."

Felix immediately provided an address and then hung up the call.

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