721: Chapter 713: Always a Mistake 721: Chapter 713: Always a Mistake Morgan intended to continue following the clues obtained from the photos, which didn’t involve Gao Yang anymore.
As for tracking down the clues or even what to do with the guns once found, those matters were out of his hands.
So, despite Dusselyev meddling, Gao Yang and Yelena’s vacation could proceed as planned.
The United States had many a scenic location, both breathtaking and sparsely populated.
However, with only four days of vacation and it being early spring, there weren’t many places to enjoy near New York without wasting too much time on the road.
After giving it some thought, Gao Yang decided to fly to Florida with Yelena and enjoy the beaches and tropical landscapes there.
Staying in a seaside hotel, the beach was just outside their door.
They could go swimming in their swimsuits and then return to their room for lovemaking—such beautiful days they were.
Relishing the rare moments together, Gao Yang released all the stress that had built up over time.
After a day of swimming in the sea with Yelena and sunbathing on the beach, they returned to the hotel in high spirits, only to discover two missed calls on the satellite phone.
Seeing the calls were from Morgan, Gao Yang couldn’t help but feel uneasy.
Morgan’s call at this time probably pertained to Telekin.
According to their agreement, it should also be the time for Morgan to push forward with taking Telekin down.
After dialing back, Morgan answered the phone quickly.
“Hey, Morgan, sorry I missed your call.
I was on the beach just now.
What’s up?”
Morgan sounded listless: “There’s been an incident.
You don’t need to worry about Telekin anymore—he’s dead.”
Gao Yang, quite startled, responded, “That fast?”
Morgan laughed bitterly, “Actually, right now, I wish Telekin hadn’t died.
I would have preferred the FBI could capture him alive and extract some information about Dusselyev from him.
But Telekin didn’t even wait for the FBI to make a move.
The Russian Mafia sent two guys to assassinate him.
As soon as Telekin fought back, the FBI would have an excuse to arrest him.
But goddammit, those two patsy hitmen from the Russian Mafia succeeded.
Under the protection of eight bodyguards and in full view of FBI agents gathering evidence through surveillance, Telekin was shot dead in a restaurant he frequented.
The assassins fired just one shot, blowing Telekin’s brains out.
The hitmen were also killed by Telekin’s bodyguards; none of the arrangements mattered anymore.”
“Ah!”
After letting out an exclamation, Gao Yang found himself at a loss for words.
This was a perfect example of plans never keeping up with changes; even the best schemes could be ruined by an unforeseen event.
“Sigh!”
Morgan also sighed heavily, expressing his helplessness: “My trail has gone cold, Gao.
The CIA can’t pinpoint the photo’s location—it could be Czechoslovakia, Ukraine, Belarus, the European part of Russia, or even the Far East.
CIA experts have given me half of Europe as possible locations.
And there’s no family information on Peter.
Now, I can only try to dig up Dusselyev’s family information.”
Gao Yang, feeling helpless, said, “But it’s highly unlikely that the shotgun belongs to Dusselyev.
Searching Dusselyev is useless.”
Morgan replied with a rueful smile, “My only hope now is that Dusselyev and Peter have some undisclosed connection.
If we can uncover more about Dusselyev and follow that lead, that’s all we can do.
We need to walk on both legs, checking on both Peter and Dusselyev.
Catching even one would be a success.”
Gao Yang frowned, “If the CIA experts can’t identify the photo locations, can’t you find another expert?
Knowing where the photo was taken would at least help corroborate which of them is more likely to own the shotgun.”
Morgan sighed, “I’m already looking for an expert in this area, but it’s not easy to find someone for this task without involving the CIA.”
Suddenly, Gao Yang remembered someone and promptly said, “What about Professor Buck Rodney?
You must remember him, the Professor Buck Rodney we met in South Sudan.”
After a brief pause, Morgan whispered, “Professor Rodney?
Isn’t he a zoologist?
Can a zoologist analyze anything from a photo?
Does he also study the flora and fauna of the former Soviet Union’s Eastern European regions?”
Gao Yang replied urgently, “That might not be the case.
Rodney is not just a zoologist, he’s also a natural historian.
Maybe he could recognize something.
It’s probably best to call and ask him.
Besides, he’s from the academic circle, isn’t he?
Even if he can’t do it, he could introduce someone who can.”</p>
Morgan had a sudden realization, “Right, these scientists are all in the same circle, how could I forget that.
But Gao, I need you to get in touch with Professor Rodney for me.
I don’t have his contact details, and it wouldn’t be good for me to get in touch with him too much.
This task requires your help.”
Gao Yang cheerfully said, “Alright, no problem, I’ll call him right now.
Just wait, I’m making the call.”
Ever since their shared hardships in South Sudan, the friendship between Professor Buck and Gao Yang remained very good.
Although they hadn’t met again, Professor Buck would send emails to Gao Yang from time to time, and Gao Yang often greeted him on the computer.
Moreover, Gao Yang had all of Professor Buck’s contact information, so making a call was very convenient.
After finding Professor Buck’s number, Gao Yang called several times without anyone picking up.
Just as he was about to try again, Professor Buck returned the call.
“Hello, this is Buck Rodney.
May I ask who is calling?”
It seemed that phone scams weren’t common in America; Professor Buck actually dared to return a call to an unknown number.
After contemplating this briefly in his mind, Gao Yang laughed and said, “Hey, Professor, it’s me, Gao Yang.”
Professor Buck was extremely delighted and said, “Hey, Gao!
I’m really sorry I was in the middle of teaching a class just now and didn’t take your call, but I’m glad we could connect.
Did you see my email?”
Confused, Gao Yang said, “I haven’t been online these past few days; I didn’t see any emails.
What’s up?”
Professor Buck also seemed surprised and said, “Oh, I thought you were calling me because you saw the email I sent you.
Here’s the thing, a documentary producer from the United Kingdom, who is personally investing in filming a documentary in South Sudan, has hired a scholar in the humanities as a consultant.
This scholar is a friend of mine, and they want to film the survival of a Primitive Tribe in South Sudan.
They would like to get some information from you, and I wanted to ask your opinion to see if you’d be willing to guide them, or even help them film your tribe.”
Gao Yang said with a wry smile, “Professor, I’ve lost contact with my tribe, and I’ve been continuously searching for my relatives there.”
Professor Buck expressed his regret, “That’s such a pity.
I hope they’re all okay, they are all such good people.
Oh, by the way, Catherine has joined the filming crew.
She has had previous experience, so my friend specially invited her.
After what happened last time, I advised her against going, but she insisted on going.”
Gao Yang was somewhat annoyed and said, “I only knew she started working, but I had no idea she went back to South Sudan.
That girl, her health has only just recovered, and South Sudan is not exactly a friendly place for outsiders.”
With a long sigh, Professor Buck said, “Catherine’s health is a concern, but I don’t think she’ll face a firefight again in South Sudan.
The situation there is relatively calm now, and besides, the British film crew has hired quite a few armed personnel.
Safety shouldn’t be an issue.”
After saying this, Professor Buck suddenly said, “By the way, since you didn’t call me because of my email, is there something else you need?”
Preoccupied with chatting, Gao Yang realized he hadn’t discussed the main issue and hurriedly said, “It’s like this, Professor, do you have any research on the flora and fauna of Eastern Europe, particularly Russia?”
Gao Yang’s heart was anxious, but Professor Buck replied calmly, “Of course, I have some knowledge of parts of Europe’s nature and geography.
What about it?”
Sure enough, worthy of a naturalist, Gao Yang was overjoyed and quickly said, “It’s like this, I need your help with something.
I need you to analyze from a photograph the location where it was taken based on the animals and plants in it, is that possible?”
Professor Buck laughed heartily and said, “Of course, that’s no problem at all.
I’m currently at Stanford University, where are you?
I could come over to look at the photo, but I’d suggest it might be better for you to come to Stanford University.
If I can’t recognize something, I can ask a few of my friends and colleagues who are well-established in the field for help.”
“That’s great, I’ll probably bring the photo and visit you as soon as possible, most likely the day after tomorrow.
Is that okay?”
“Of course, I’ll be waiting for your visit any time, haha.”
After having a good laugh with Professor Buck and hanging up the phone, Gao Yang immediately called Morgan.
As soon as Morgan answered, Gao Yang said with a laugh, “No problem, Professor Rodney is very confident, and he’s happy to help.
Besides, a group of Stanford University professors might be able to assist as well.
I will be catching the morning flight to New York tomorrow, and after I get back to New York, then I’ll head to Stanford to find Professor Rodney.”
Morgan let out a sigh of relief and said, “Gao, how can I put this, I now truly believe that you are an angel sent by God to help me.
Things that seem difficult for me always seem to be easily solved in your hands, as if you are specially here to help me.
I now think that finding the shotgun must go through you to stand a chance.
I really appreciate you making this trip for me.
I’ll wait for you in New York, and once you arrive, we’ll go to Stanford University together.” (To be continued.
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