338: Chapter Three Hundred and Thirty-Six Attack and Defense Alliance 338: Chapter Three Hundred and Thirty-Six Attack and Defense Alliance Jiang Yun’s words opened up a whole new world for Gao Yang.
After exchanging a glance with Li Jinfang, Gao Yang noticed that Li’s eyes were also filled with surprise.
After taking a few deep breaths, Li Jinfang, full of expectation, said to Jiang Yun, “Captain, do you think there’s really a chance that my case will be alright?”
Li Pengfei looked hesitant as he said, “Captain, Toad’s issues are no small matter.
I reckon Ram might be able to turn things around with the help of Skull Gang, but isn’t revealing Toad too early a bit risky?”
Xia Chen also chimed in cautiously, “Safety first.
I think we should play it safe.”
Jiang Yun scratched his head and said, “Toad’s issue isn’t known to the outside world, but internally it has a huge impact and the nature of it is too malicious.
However, as for Ram’s situation, I think we can cleanse it with the help of Skull Gang.”
Gao Yang sighed, looking at Li Jinfang as he tried to hide his disappointment, shook his head helplessly, and then said in a heavy tone, “How about we wait?
I can’t speak separately about myself and Toad.
This matter, it’s not exactly nourishing a menace but it’s pretty much the same idea.
Given Skull Gang’s current strength and significance, it’s difficult to clear both my and Toad’s names.
But what if Skull Gang truly unifies Somalia?
By that time, wouldn’t all our problems be easily solved?”
Li Jinfang gave a bitter smile and said, “Let’s forget it, Brother Yang.
If Skull Gang could really unite Somalia, who knows how long that might take?
By then, we might lose our last chance.”
Gao Yang smiled and shook his head, saying, “No, as long as Skull Gang is still led by Maide, he will definitely secure the greatest benefit for us.”
After pondering for a moment, Jiang Yun said, “To be cautious, I can wait until I’ve reported the Skull Gang matter, then see how much importance the higher-ups place on it before deciding whether to reveal both of your issues.
If they place great importance on it, we’ll speak up; if not, then we’ll keep quiet.”
Li Pengfei laughed and said, “Whether they take it seriously or not depends on whether Skull Gang shows promise or not.
I bet it will ultimately fall on us.
With us here, there’s no need to fear Skull Gang and Toad losing their loyalty.
If the higher-ups really value Skull Gang and plan to support them on a large scale, whether openly or covertly, we should immediately report Ram and Toad’s issues.
With their strong support, would they give up on a piece of fat meat that’s already in their mouths, just because of Ram and Toad?”
Jiang Yun nodded repeatedly and said, “Exactly, we’ll keep it under wraps for now and see how the higher-ups react.
Regardless of how long it takes, I think there’s a good chance we’ll manage it.”
Gao Yang sighed deeply and said, “Then I’ll have to rely on you.
In fact, I’d be completely satisfied if I could just get my parents out; I don’t dare to ask for too much.”
Li Jinfang also laughed and said, “Captain, now that we’ve met, we’ll be fighting together from now on.
To tell you the truth, I’m not too worried about anything else.
As long as I can get my parents out, whether I’m cleared of wrongdoing or not doesn’t really matter to me.”
Jiang Yun smiled and said, “Your requests aren’t too high.
If that’s the case, I’d say this deal is almost as good as sealed.
So, Ram, as long as security here is ensured, I’ll make a trip to Somalia first.”
Finally seeing the hope of a family reunion, Gao Yang responded, “Whenever you have the time, we’ll make a trip to Somalia right away.
For now, though, I guess you’ll have to stay here a bit longer.
While you do, I’ll take the opportunity to get all the preparatory work for setting up the company sorted, so the moment you have time, we can start expanding our operation immediately.”
Jiang Yun smiled and asked, “What’s your plan?”
Gao Yang thought for a moment, then said, “I’m thinking of asking a friend to get in touch with Coleman first, see if we can use their cover.
Once that’s settled, I’ll call our brokers over to negotiate with Coleman.”
Li Pengfei looked surprised as he asked, “Brokers?
You guys have brokers?”
As Li Jinfang began to explain what a broker did and what their role was, Gao Yang added, “Our broker’s name is Little Donnie.
He’s reliable, and I think you could also use Little Donnie as a broker.”
Jiang Yun shook his head and said, “Let’s talk about that later.
Our situation is special, so there’s no rush to find a broker.
But as for negotiating with Coleman, we’ll have to have your Little Donnie take the lead.
Moreover, before we establish the company in the city, I want to settle the weapons deal as well.
If they’re needed urgently, can that be arranged?”
Li Jinfang laughed heartily, “I can’t be sure about other things, but as for this, just give enough money, and you can have it as quickly as you want.”
Gao Yang also smiled, “Actually, weapons are the easiest to handle.
It’s manpower that’s the problem.
What are your plans for resolving that issue?”
Jiang Yun said with a troubled look, “Honestly, it’s quite easy to recruit people, but our team must be combat effective.
We’d better find some veterans.
However, finding reliable and capable discharged soldiers is not easy.
I’m considering recruiting some people and then start training them from scratch.”
At this moment, Li Pengfei, looking worried, said in a heavy voice, “With the current situation, if we had enough people, I estimate the oil company would hand over future security work to us.
But our company hasn’t been established yet, and what’s worse, we’re short-staffed.
They’re drilling at several locations at the same time, and we simply don’t have enough hands.”
After carefully thinking it over, Gao Yang said, “I have an idea, hear me out and see if it works.
Green Mamba has been working for Coleman and now he’s pulled together his own team.
Green Mamba is a decent guy with capabilities, and his men are also quite combat-ready.
They would definitely be more than capable for armed security work.
I think you can have a short-term collaboration with Green Mamba to clinch the deal with the oil company.
Meanwhile, you can build up your own base and when you have enough manpower, you can take over with your own team.”
Jiang Yun, without hesitation, responded, “That’s doable.
The issue now is not about how much money we make, but ensuring the safety of Huaxia personnel in South Sudan.”
“Negotiating with Coleman requires Green Mamba to pull some strings anyway.
You’ll need to meet with Green Mamba for sure.
When you meet him, take the chance to assess his personnel.
If you think they’re up to scratch, let them start.
If not, then forget it.”
Jiang Yun, driven by a strong military style, would make a quick decision if he felt it was right.
He loudly said, “Alright, that’s settled then.
For the time being, the seven of us will keep watch here.
With those few staying, we can ensure security here.
Whenever you’ve made arrangements with Green Mamba and Little Donnie, I can leave at any time to meet them.”
Gao Yang looked troubled and sighed, “There’s still something I haven’t finished dealing with.
It’s very important to me.
I really can’t leave until it’s resolved.
So, you might have to meet with Green Mamba and his team by yourself, or you can take Toad with you, he knows those guys as well.”
Jiang Yun did not ask what Gao Yang still had to deal with, but after pondering for a moment, Li Jinfang said seriously, “Brother Yang, although I’m also acquainted with Green Mamba, I’ve barely spoken a few words with him.
My meeting him would definitely not be as effective as yours.
Can’t you leave because you’re still worried about your Akuri tribe?”
Gao Yang let out a sigh and said, “Yes, Akuri tribe is my second home.
Although the Akuri tribe should be safe now, I won’t be able to rest easy until I’ve found them.
I plan to stay here and continue searching whenever I can.”
“Brother Yang, I understand what you’re thinking, but I think your approach is wrong.
The grasslands are vast, and it would take forever just by yourself.
It’s better for us all to help you than you searching alone.
Here’s what I think: when Rabbit and Old Russian are back, we can all split up and search from a plane.
When we find a trace, then you can go and verify if it’s the Akuri tribe.
What do you think?
Besides, once our team is complete and if we have to go into battle again, it won’t be like this time.
It’s far too dangerous for you to be on your own, so no matter what you say, you can’t go off alone.
Let’s wait till everyone’s back and move out together,” said Li Jinfang.
The instant Li Jinfang mentioned the possibility of going into battle, Li Pengfei’s eyes lit up.
He sprang to his feet and exclaimed eagerly, “Go into battle?
With whom?
Let’s do it!”
Jiang Yun glared at Li Pengfei, saying, “You’re overseas; why are you still so impetuous, getting all riled up the moment you hear about combat?”
Li Pengfei, rubbing his hands together and grinning, said, “I’ve been a soldier for many years, trained so much, and never fired a shot, I mean, not during a real battle.
Although I did get a taste of reconnaissance tonight, it wasn’t the same as firing my gun.”
Still looking stern, Jiang Yun said, “With the things we have to do in the future, will we ever be short of gunfights?
Why the rush?”
Li Pengfei shook his head vigorously, “It’s different, just different.
This is helping Ram and Toad in combat, it’s not the same thing.”
After giving Li Pengfei a resigned glare, Jiang Yun turned to Gao Yang and said, “We might be meeting for the first time and haven’t really dealt much with each other, but Toad knows what kind of people we are.
I won’t say more than needed.
If there’s anything you need, just give the word.
You’ll see how reliable we brothers can be.
And don’t think we have too many rules.
Let me put it this way, as long as it’s not against Huaxia, it doesn’t matter who we have to fight!”
Gao Yang was not a man to hesitate.
Hearing Jiang Yun’s words, he immediately responded loudly, “Alright, I’ve seen what you guys are capable of.
If there’s ever something I can’t handle, I’ll definitely call on you for help, and the same goes for you.
If there’s anything you need help with, just let me know.”
Li Pengfei chuckled, “You’re talking as if you haven’t been helping us all along, you’ve already done us a huge favor.”
(To be continued.
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