Chapter 368: Tenfold Killing Intent
The rebel forces of Ba Country have already set their sights on Ye Fan, seeing him as a target that must be killed. Ye Fan had anticipated this long ago.
The terrorist attack that ruined the meticulous plan would surely bring disaster to Ye Fan.
Even knowing this, Ye Fan would not stand by idly. He couldn't ignore the terrorist attack because it involved the lives of so many people, so taking action was imperative.
He understood very well that the Ba Country Government wouldn't care much about the safety of the hostages on the plane. When it comes to the government's image, even innocent hostages being sacrificed would not concern them. How could the Ba Country Government possibly compromise with the rebel forces?
For various reasons, the terrorists just happened to run into Ye Fan, making action unavoidable.
As for the subsequent retaliatory attack, Ye Fan was confident he could handle it.
As soon as Ye Fan and Mengyao stepped out of the airport, Tie Zhongshi called. Since they were here to acquire Tie Zhongshi's company, naturally there were means of contact.
After confirming Tie Zhongshi's location, they went to meet him.
"Boss Chu." Tie Zhongshi greeted them with a smile, followed closely by six bodyguards. Both Tie Zhongshi and the six bodyguards looked at Ye Fan, Mengyao, and the others with a peculiar gaze because the surrounding Ba Country soldiers showed great respect for Ye Fan and his party, as evident from the way they saluted.
Tie Zhongshi was worried about Chu Mengyao's safety, but looking at the current situation, how could anything go wrong?
In fact, they even received respect from the Ba Country soldiers, which wasn't easy.
"Boss Chu, it's great to see you're safe." Tie Zhongshi could not hide his excitement, "I heard the terrorists hijacked the plane. I was worried sick. But what on earth happened? Why are the soldiers so respectful to you?"
"Boss Tie, this isn't the place to talk about it. Let's leave first," Mengyao said casually.
"Alright." Tie Zhongshi quickly agreed, then arranged a car for them. He and his bodyguards went in one car, and Mengyao, Ye Fan, and seven others were in another car, and they left.
Tie Zhongshi's wife and daughter were still missing, urgently needing the money from selling the company to save them. Therefore, he was extremely courteous to Chu Mengyao, much like a plant in drought eagerly craving the nourishment of rain.
Lieutenant Zia watched as Ye Fan and his party left, then glanced at the photo on the table, clearly of Ye Fan and Chu Mengyao. He coldly smiled, asking, "Are you sure those two are whom General Arus has placed a two million US Dollar bounty on? Two million US Dollars, that's a hefty sum."
"Lieutenant, absolutely certain. I heard that beside General Arus, there is a Huaxia individual with military ties who specifically wants these two killed, with a high reward promised. Of course, the main chunk goes to General Arus, who has issued a secret order. Whoever kills these two can claim the two million US Dollar reward, not a penny less," affirmed a military officer beside Lieutenant Zia, whose eyes gleamed with the color of money.
Forget two million US Dollars, even for ten thousand US Dollars, Lieutenant Zia would spare no effort to kill Ye Fan and Chu Mengyao.
With that money, he could instantly become a wealthy man and his power could dramatically increase.
Faced with such temptation, how could Lieutenant Zia possibly resist?
"Seal the information. Do not let anyone know these people's whereabouts. I want to kill them personally and then claim the bounty from General Arus," Lieutenant Zia ordered without hesitation.
"Yes, Lieutenant." The officer respectfully agreed, then cautiously reminded, "Lieutenant, this money is not easily earned. It seems those two targets won't be easy to kill."
"You're overthinking it. I have guns and cannons at my disposal; killing those two will be more than enough," Lieutenant Zia said with confidence.
Ye Fan and his party are not only targeted by Ba Country rebel forces but also face deadly threats from Ba Country's government troops.
Meanwhile, General Arus was drinking with a Huaxia individual, conversing amiably. This person was indeed the Military Advisor dispatched by Ji Tian.
"Military Advisor, I toast to you," General Arus smiled exuberantly, quite pleased with the Military Advisor who had come to provide funding.
"Your Excellency, I toast to you," the Military Advisor dared not pose arrogantly, responding humbly and politely.
"Military Advisor, the task you entrusted to us will soon be accomplished. Rest assured," General Arus affirmed confidently.
"Then I offer my early congratulations to the General for a speedy victory." The Military Advisor replied with a cheerful smile, then hesitated before reminding, "Your Excellency, I must caution you that those two are not easy to deal with. You need to be mentally prepared."
"No problem. In Ba Country, regardless of one's capabilities, it's impossible to survive under gunfire," General Arus remarked indifferently, his laughter quite joyful.
One hour later.
Led by Tie Zhongshi, the party arrived at a mansion.
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This mansion originally belonged to Tie Zhongshi, but he intended to sell it together with the power company to raise funds.
Outside the mansion, four bodyguards patrolled vigilantly. Along with the six bodyguards accompanying Tie Zhongshi, there were ten bodyguards, which constituted all the bodyguards Tie Zhongshi had.
To survive in Ba Country, one must go armed when stepping outside. Naturally, a bodyguard is indispensable. This is not just a symbol of status but a guarantee of safety.
Inside the mansion, Tie Zhongshi, Chu Mengyao, and Ye Fan sat together.
The five women of Du Xueqi were distributed around the area.
Tie Zhongshi's bodyguards were all on alert outside the mansion.
"Boss Chu, Mr. Ye, how do you find this mansion? Soon it might transfer to your name. Let's hope we can reach an agreement." Tie Zhongshi said courteously. He knew Chu Mengyao, but as for Ye Fan, the man on equal footing with Chu Mengyao; he had learned a bit about his situation. Ye Fan's official identity was Chu Mengyao's advisor, yet Tie Zhongshi could tell Ye Fan was not simple. The relationship between him and Chu Mengyao seemed unusual, so he treated Ye Fan with great respect.
"Boss Tie, no need for such courtesy. From your tone, it sounds like this mansion might belong to someone else. You're selling your company and mansion together; what do you mean by this?" Chu Mengyao furrowed her brows slightly.
Tie Zhongshi awkwardly confessed, "Boss Chu, let me speak frankly. Your offer is generous, and your personal presence makes me deeply grateful. However, I have my own difficulties, so I've contacted another buyer. I hope you won't mind."
Tie Zhongshi's words left both Ye Fan and Chu Mengyao showing their displeasure.
Meanwhile, Tie Zhongshi's ten bodyguards gathered together, revealing their murderous intent, their lethal focus aimed directly at Ye Fan, Chu Mengyao, and the others.