When Sato Tianyi ignored Xia Xueqin's words and insisted on taking Jiang Wuming away, Xia Xueqin saw Qi Wufu's call.
This filled her with both surprise and joy, like a drowning person grabbing a life-saving straw!
What was going on?
Xia Xueqin's change in expression was fully observed by Tian Gong Wuhong, Sato Tianyi, and others, leaving them very surprised.
"Marshal!"
As if to respond to Tian Gong Wuhong, Sato Tianyi, and the others, Xia Xueqin answered the phone with some excitement.
Marshal?!
Hearing these two words in shock, Tian Gong Wuhong, Sato Tianyi, and the others were stunned. A proud figure inevitably appeared in their minds – Qi Wufu, the helmsman of the Dragon Country's Martial Department, one of the strongest in the world!
Was it really Qi Wufu?
After a moment of stunned silence, Tian Gong Wuhong, Sato Tianyi, and the others looked at Xia Xueqin with suspicion.
Clearly, they felt it was too coincidental for Qi Wufu to call at this moment!
They were doubtful and believed that Xia Xueqin was likely acting – casually answering a call and claiming it was Qi Wufu to intimidate them.
Not only them, but even Jiang Wuming found Qi Wufu's call at this critical juncture somewhat strange.
"Xueqin, how is that girl Huangfu Weixia doing?"
On the other end of the phone, Qi Wufu sat in his office, clearly sensing the unusual tone in Xia Xueqin's voice, but he paid it no mind and casually inquired about Huangfu Weixia's condition.
"Reporting to Marshal, Huangfu Weixia is out of danger. After a few more days of treatment, she will be discharged from the hospital. We plan to return to the Dragon Country together once she is discharged."
Xia Xueqin first quickly responded to Qi Wufu's question, then said, "Marshal, I am currently facing a very serious problem and need your help!"
"What problem?" Qi Wufu asked.
"Marshal, it's like this..."
Xia Xueqin immediately reported everything that had just happened and the predicament she was currently facing to Qi Wufu, word for word.
Hmm?
Seeing Xia Xueqin recount everything that had just happened, the suspicion on the faces of Tian Gong Wuhong, Sato Tianyi, and the others gradually diminished, and their expressions became increasingly solemn.
A person's reputation precedes them.
As the helmsman of the Dragon Country's Martial Department, Qi Wufu was known as the "Martial Madman." Not only was his martial arts cultivation terrifying, but he also inherited the style of Zhuge Lingyun, the former sect leader of the Dragon Gate. He acted decisively and had more than once slammed the table and cursed during meetings of the Temple of War Gods.
Furthermore, they knew that beneath his outwardly strong demeanor, Qi Wufu hid a wise and cunning mind.
If not for this, he would not have been able to lead the Dragon Country's Martial Department!
Originally, they intended to forcibly take Jiang Wuming away first and use him to find the leader of the Battle Dragon Hall. Now that Qi Wufu knew about this matter, they found it very troublesome if he were to intervene!
"Xueqin, hang up the phone now and give me a video call. I'll video chat with them."
At the same moment that Tian Gong Wuhong, Sato Tianyi, and the others' expressions and mindsets began to change, Qi Wufu on the other end of the phone gave instructions almost as soon as Xia Xueqin finished speaking.
"Yes, Marshal!"
Xia Xueqin immediately acknowledged the order, then, as Qi Wufu instructed, hung up the phone and initiated a video call to Qi Wufu.
As the video connected, Xia Xueqin clearly saw Qi Wufu sitting in front of his office, with a large character "Wu" displayed behind him.
"Tian Gong Wuhong, Marshal Qi Wufu wants to video chat with you!"
Seeing Qi Wufu, Xia Xueqin's worries completely vanished. She shot Tian Gong Wuhong a furious glare, then flashed forward, moving directly in front of Tian Gong Wuhong. She turned on the speakerphone and handed the phone to Tian Gong Wuhong.
"Hello, Minister Qi Wufu."
Tian Gong Wuhong's expression was grim. After a moment of thought, he still took the phone and greeted Qi Wufu first.
Sato Tianyi and the others all turned their gaze to Xia Xueqin's phone, looking at Qi Wufu in the video feed, their expressions equally grim.
"President Tian Gong Wuhong, Xueqin has already reported the matter to me."
In the video, Qi Wufu spoke expressionlessly, "Are you sure you want to take Jiang Wuming to the Ninja Country's Martial Society base for questioning?"
"Minister Qi Wufu, I guarantee to you that we are only questioning Jiang Wuming and will absolutely not do anything else to him. We guarantee to ensure his personal safety."
Upon hearing this, Tian Gong Wuhong's face changed several times. Then, seeing Sato Tianyi and Akita Shingen nod at him, he gritted his teeth and ultimately insisted on taking Jiang Wuming.
"Good."
Upon hearing Tian Gong Wuhong's reply, Qi Wufu suddenly smiled.
"Uh..."
Hearing Qi Wufu's nonchalant response and looking at his seemingly amiable smile, both Tian Gong Wuhong, Sato Tianyi, and Akita Shingen were stunned!
Originally, according to their predictions, Qi Wufu would definitely try his best to stop this matter, just like Xia Xueqin had earlier.
Yet now, Qi Wufu readily agreed and even had a bright smile!
How could this not surprise them?
Not only them, but even Xia Xueqin and Jiang Wuming were a little bewildered!
"President Tian Gong Wuhong, I asked you for a video call for another matter besides this one."
Immediately after, just as Xia Xueqin could not help but ask Qi Wufu, Qi Wufu spoke again.
"Minister Qi Wufu, please speak."
Tian Gong Wuhong recovered from his surprise, but he felt a growing sense of unease.
His reason told him that Qi Wufu would absolutely not let them take Jiang Wuming away so easily!
This would undermine the dignity of the Dragon Country's Martial Department and was inconsistent with Qi Wufu's character!
Sato Tianyi, Akita Shingen, and the others felt the same!
"A while ago, a warrior from your country named Sato No, kidnapped our citizen Chu Weiyang. Afterwards, the Ninja Country's Martial Society and the warrior's family apologized and stated that it was Sato No's personal act."
Qi Wufu spoke again, his smile undiminished, as if he were chatting with an old friend.
"Yes, Minister Qi Wufu."
Hearing Qi Wufu mention this matter, Tian Gong Wuhong's unease escalated sharply, but he did not know what Qi Wufu intended.
"Please hand the phone to Sato Tianyi. I have a question for him," Qi Wufu said.
"Okay!"
Tian Gong Wuhong responded subconsciously, then handed the phone to Sato Tianyi, who had a somber expression.
"Hello, Minister Qi Wufu."
Sato Tianyi took the phone, greeted Qi Wufu with a dark expression, his tone not very friendly.
"Sato Tianyi, are you sure Sato No was not acting under your instruction when he went to the Dragon Country to commit violence?" Qi Wufu continued to smile.
"Yes, I confirm this!" Sato Tianyi frowned and said with certainty.
"I believe you are lying!"
The smile on Qi Wufu's face instantly vanished, revealing his assertive side. "I have decided to travel to the Ninja Country tomorrow morning, visit the ancestral grounds of the Sato family, and bring you to the Dragon Country's Martial Department base for questioning, and I will also use instruments to monitor you!"
"???"
Sato Tianyi was dumbfounded.
Tian Gong Wuhong, Akita Shingen, and the others were also dumbfounded!
Was Qi Wufu simply mirroring their previous words?!
"In addition, I believe the Ninja Country's Martial Society should know about this, and Tian Gong Wuhong might also be lying. Therefore, I will also take Tian Gong Wuhong away!"
Just then, Qi Wufu spoke again, his tone leaving no room for doubt.
"Minister Qi Wufu..."
Tian Gong Wuhong's expression instantly changed. He tried to say something.
"I guarantee that the Dragon Country's Martial Department will only question you and absolutely ensure your safety."
Qi Wufu interrupted Tian Gong Wuhong unceremoniously, saying unhurriedly, "Of course, you might refuse and resist. I might not be able to take you away alone. How about I bring Zhuge Lingyun along?"
"—"
Tian Gong Wuhong immediately shut his mouth.
At this moment, he, Sato Tianyi, and Akita Shingen looked as if they had eaten excrement, their expressions as ugly as they could be.
Zhuge Lingyun was once hailed as invincible on Earth, and he had brought his battle saber to the Temple of War Gods' Elder Council more than once.
If such a formidable individual were to arrive in the Ninja Country, who knew what he would do?
"Hoo..."
After a full few seconds, Tian Gong Wuhong took a deep breath and said resentfully, "Minister Qi Wufu, we believe what Jiang Wuming said, that he does not know the whereabouts of the Battle Dragon Hall leader. We also ask you to believe that everything Sato No did in the Dragon Country was his personal act."
"Since you have said so, I will give you face and believe you this once."
Qi Wufu responded indifferently, then, not wanting to listen to Tian Gong Wuhong's nonsense, said, "Hand the phone to Jiang Wuming."
"Okay."
Tian Gong Wuhong nodded with a grim expression, then turned around, walked to Jiang Wuming, and handed the phone to him.
"Hello, Marshal Qi!"
Jiang Wuming stood up, took the phone, and proactively greeted Qi Wufu.
"Wuming, you are a warrior of the Dragon Country. Once you step out of our borders, no matter where you are or what trouble you encounter, do not be afraid – the Dragon Country's Martial Department is your strongest backing!!"
Qi Wufu spoke slowly, his voice not loud, but like a thunderclap.
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