Hu Zhe was not worried about their strength; even if Wang Tao, the woman standing in his shadow, and the large wolfhound in front of him were all Fourth-order Awakeners, they wouldn't be afraid. After all, altogether they only made up three combat units, while his side had 14 Awakeners!
Hu Zhe just felt that Wang Tao's calm demeanor obviously meant he had something to rely on. And that support must certainly be his backing from Changhe Base!
He had no understanding of Changhe Base yet, wasn't clear on the specific strength of Changhe Base, thus he didn't want to make an enemy of Changhe Base, at least not now. If he could drive Wang Tao away, that would be the best outcome.
But it was clear that Wang Tao was not going to leave, as seen by the slight upward twitch of his mouth.
"You're doubting the authenticity of the distress signals? I just happen to have a recording here, do you want to listen?"
Upon hearing these words, Hu Zhe knew there was no room for negotiation anymore.