When Charlie heard this, he quivered, and he hurriedly pulled over and stopped the car at the side of the road before blurting out, “Brother. Don’t panic. Let me ask you, what is the overall level of the government? “Not that great.” Hamed said, “However, the mercenaries that they hired this time are very powerful. It is Ten Thousand Armies which is ranked amongst the world’s top five mercenary organizations. It is said that Ten Thousand Armies had sent ten thousand soldiers over here to help the government.”Charlie frowned and asked, “Ten Thousand Armies? What is its origin?”“I’m not too sure either.” Hamed replied, “It is said to be a mercenary organization founded in Oskia. They have been developing rapidly in recent years, and they possess great scale and strength! Their individual combat quality is much higher as compared to that of the government! They are all basically at the level of those troops in the special force in developed countries!”Charlie said with surprise,
Hamed asked in surprise, “Brother, you know all this too?”Charlie hummed slightly and asked again, “Does the other party have any aerial artillery?”“No,” Hamed said, “The government has a total of a dozen or so broken Cy-24, and most of them are just laying around in the hangar as they cannot fly. Those that can fly are used to defend the capital and occasionally used to fight terrorists. They simply cannot spare the energy to use it to fight me. Moreover, it is also of little significance for the Cy-24 to come as they can only drop a few bombs.”As he spoke, Hamed then said again, “As for their armed helicopters, I’m not afraid of them coming. After all, their armed helicopters performance is not that good. I have several shoulder-fired missiles here anyway, and it is very easy for me to fight against helicopters. I guess that they will not want to take the helicopters here to die.”Charlie was slightly relieved, and he said, “So, it seems that there is a high probability that t
“That’s true.”Hamed calmed down a little after he heard Charlie’s words, and he said a little awkwardly, “Brother, to tell you the truth, I have never seen such a big battle before ever since I joined the revolution. So, I’m indeed feeling a little nervous…”“It’s okay.” Charlie comforted him, “Anyone would feel nervous when they meet this kind of situation. All you have to do now is to make sure that you do not panic and mess up.”As he spoke, Charlie then said, “I guess that the other party’s strategic intentions are very simple. They know the location of your base, and they also know that you certainly will not be able to run from your base. So, they will certainly come up and start attacking with an all-around bombardment of your base. All you have to do during this time is to endure it patiently!”“You should not fight back with any artillery if the other party fires any artillery at you, let alone send your armed helicopters or your elite troops to try and counterattack or p
“D*mn!” Hamed was suddenly very excited as he blurted out, “Brother, that’s amazing! That’s truly amazing! I was a little nervous at first, but after hearing what you’ve just said, I can’t wait for them to come in now!”Charlie said, “It’s good that you can have this kind of mentality. You should seize the time and hurry up and line up your troops to prepare for the final battle. You have to remember what I said and do not be anxious. You have to be a good coward! In addition, you should also be prepared for the worst. If the situation is truly unstoppable, it would be best for you to leave and retreat.”“Understood!” Hamed said excitedly, “I’ll make all the arrangements now! Brother, I will communicate with you in time when the time comes. You have to ensure that your phone is on and open at all times. Whether I will be able to survive and make it through this attack will depend entirely on you!”Charlie said solemnly, “Don’t worry. My cell phone will certainly be on twenty-four ho
At this moment, it was very tense and busy in Hamed’s base that was deep in the mountains of Syria.All of the soldiers were using the fastest speed possible to greet the upcoming war under the rising sun.Hamed’s few armed helicopters had already taken off and were starting to urgently transfer some of the more important equipment and materials inside the base to the tunnels in the reverse slope fortifications up on the mountain. The soldiers had also begun to enter the tunnels in an orderly manner under the various officers’ commands, and the soldiers who were in the construction team, as well as the military engineering corps who were still working just now, had already begun settling and keeping all the equipment as quickly as possible.At the same time, the scouts at the front line sent back news that the other party was not moving very quickly. Although the armored vehicles could be maneuvered quickly, most of those several thousand soldiers could only travel by foot. Mo
Most of the time, artillery would kill the human body because of shrapnel from the blast, or rocks that had been blown up by the blast, or any other hard objects that had exploded.However, the vibration and shock waves generated by the artillery explosion could also cause huge damage to the human body. If the distance was close enough, it might even shatter a person’s internal organs. Although Hamed did not have any grand strategic thinking skills, he had already been on the battlefield for a long time before he had finally ended up where he was today. So, he had a lot of practical experiences.His orders were passed on one by one, and all of the soldiers in various tunnels received his orders. So, many people began collecting materials and looking for some soft items to lay down on the ground. Many soldiers came to the entrance of the tunnel to get plenty of soft soil. Before Sheldon, who was feeling extremely nervous could even understand what they were doing, he heard the s
Hamed’s enemies did not know that at this point, instead of mostly getting killed by the bombing, Hamed’s army was getting braver and braver as the sound of the bombing continued.At this time, Hamed was also gaining confidence when he saw that the bombing seemed to have little effect on the reverse slope fortifications.As he listened to the rumbling of the artillery outside, he thought emotionally to himself, ‘If it weren’t for Brother Charlie who taught me about the reverse slope fortifications, I am afraid that the lives of my several thousand men would have already been completely accounted for during the first two rounds of artillery bombardment!’‘The movie that Brother Charlie made me watch was really a classic textbook-like battle. The great volunteer army was able to achieve the final victory in this battle against the United States’ millions of bombardments. It was not only because they were brave and good at fighting, but it was also because of their superb strategic vis
The current permanent fortification had been excavated into the rocky mountain. At the same time, it was internally anchored and reinforced with multiple layers of reinforced concrete, and the construction process was the same as the tunnels with a high degree of sturdiness. The possibility of the other party blowing up this kind of fortification using the power of their towed howitzers was basically zero.It would only be possible for them to blow up this fortification if they used high-end nuclear bunker busters. However, this kind of highly sophisticated weapon could only be mastered by the five permanent nations of the United Nation. Syria’s overall firepower level was at best at the level of the 1960s and 1970s. So, it would simply be impossible to obtain such equipment.Moreover, even if they had such equipment, they would still be unable to cause direct damage to Hamed’s troops. This was because at this time, there was not even a single soldier inside Hamed’s frontal for
Vera kept her plan to investigate the identity of the abbess deep in her mind and told Charlie nothing.Instead, she smiled as she said, "It seems that it's both yours and Ms. Ito's good fortune that she has attained enlightenment. You've never had anyone who could attain enlightenment and master Reiki at the same time, so Ms. Ito will definitely be a great help to you in the future."Charlie chuckled and said calmly, "I'm not hoping for her to help. I'm simply happy for her with her enlightenment and excited to have another comrade in my solo ventures into the dark forests."Vera nodded in understanding, and she murmured emotionally, "I've lived for so long, and it's only when I opened my heart to you that I felt that sensation you described."There was a flicker of wistfulness in her eyes.She really did not expect to attain enlightenment before meeting Charlie.Years ago, she thought that she would eventually avenge her father.Now, she no longer hoped to murder Fleur Griffi
Vera was inwardly disappointed to hear that Claire was returning.That meant there were fewer chances of Charlie visiting the Scarlet Pinnacle Manor, as were her chances of seeing him again.Still, she didn't let it show, instead asking casually, "How are things at Champs Elys? Are the warriors improving at a rate to your satisfaction?""Well, most of everyone's improvement is within expectations…" Charlie explained, just as he remembered a certain someone. "By the way, there's something I haven't told you yet. Are you perhaps acquainted with the name Ito Nanako?""Yes," Vera smiled. "The Japanese lady who was with you. What about her?""She attained enlightenment days ago.""Enlightenment?" Vera did a double take and soon pressed, "Enlightenment in what sense? Essential Qi or Reiki?"After all, the former was the path to enlightenment in martial arts, while the latter meant enlightenment in cultivation.But despite the distinction between both domains, enlightenment was a comm
While Charlie had long since gotten used to Elaine and Jacob's bizarre marriage, being near the heart of the storm still took a toll on his senses—to the point that he felt physically sick.Leaving right away was therefore his best solution.Once he left, however, he realized he didn't have anywhere to go. Champs Elys was quite far, and it would take a lot of time.As he started to feel bored stiff, he remembered Vera for some reason and called her.Once Vera answered, she quickly asked in curiosity, "To what do I owe the pleasure? Lunch, perhaps?"Charlie chuckled. "Since you've put it that way… I haven't eaten either, so lunch it is!"Vera giggled. "Come over to my place, then. It's cold outside, and I was just lighting up a hot pot. I'll have Madam Marilyn prepare an additional portion.""Okay!" Charlie agreed to it without hesitation. "I can return her car too. Just wait, I'll be right there!"Once he hung up, he got on the Rolls Roycs he had borrowed from Scarlet Pinnacl
Charlie shook his head. "It's alright, Dad. You can go ahead if you're busy—I can pick up Claire on my own.""No way!" Elaine promptly snapped. "It's been so long since she came back. We are all going to the airport!"Jacob sighed in exasperation. "Well, I'm sticking to my schedule—first the Calligraphy and Painting Association, then I'll be back an hour before to pick you guys up before going together to the airport."Elaine was left fuming. "Is there no getting through to you? You really have to go to that stupid association, don't you? Okay, fine. If you must go, I will be going with you!""You're their honored vice president who will be promoted to president soon, no? As Mrs. Vice President and the future Mrs. President, is there an issue if I went for a look?"Jacob shuddered at the thought of Elaine going to the Calligraphy and Painting Association as he absolutely didn't want her to humiliate him with her antics. People would talk, asking how a proper gentleman like him c
Jacob yawned, stretching his arms and smacking his cheeks, before finally retorting in contempt, "For Pete's sake, woman—don't make dissing me a habit. Or does it please you so much?"Elaine pursed her lips. "You call that dissing? It's all facts—do you think I don't know you? Tell me, what qualifications do you have? Your knowledge about calligraphy is skin-deep, and even the frauds working on Antique Street could beat you.""Only you would have the audacity to take the role of vice president at the Calligraphy and Painting Association—heaven's above, how blind is the president to appoint you as his second fiddle? Still, you'll be packing your things as soon as he realizes the truth.""Oh, Elaine, poor Elaine…" Jacob grinned smugly at her right then. "I'm afraid things won't go the way you want. Mr. Bay's been chasing a promotion lately, and once he gets it, I will take his place as president. That means I'll be the top dog instead of second fiddle!""Bullshit!" Elaine snapped in
Jacob slept in the next day while Elaine got out of bed past ten as well.However, in the case of the latter, she wasn't drunk and was simply watching livestreams and video clips on her phone—a hobby she had picked up recently.As for Charlie, he had initially planned to visit the Champs Elys hot spring villa and train Nanako in her Reiki control. However, since Claire would be arriving in the afternoon, he stayed home, planning to leave for the airport when it was time.Elaine appeared groggy as she emerged from the elevator, rubbing her eyes while holding her phone in the other hand.Seeing Charlie cleaning the living room, she asked in curiosity, "Not going out today, Charlie? Aren't you usually going out to meet clients?"Then, she became concerned in an instant, "Wait, don't tell me—the Feng Shui business is falling off? Are we going to be affected altogether?"Charlie laughed. "You're just getting paranoid now. Things are going fine—I'm just giving myself a day's leave.""
"Anyway, we have an issue," Helena continued. "Two days ago, Nvidia launched the B100 processor, their latest product, just two hours ago—a next-generation chip that will outperform our H100 considerably. I've instructed Harrison to pull some strings and preorder a batch from Nvidia before the B100 hits the market, at least ensuring that we can get our hands on 20,000 in the first quarter when the B100 circulates."Charlie asked, "What are Harrison's thoughts on the matter?" "Of course that old fox is going to be reluctant," Helena snorted. "But with the B100's processing strength outclassing the H100's, many AI institutions and multimedia giants are waiting with their wallets wide open. He's complaining that after pulling strings to get his hands on so many H100s, he is too embarrassed to do it again for the B100.""Bullshit," Charlie chuckled. "He's just not keen on us raising our prices after that previous agreement.""Exactly," Helena laughed as well. "He's about the shrewdest
By the time Jacob was sent home, he was almost passed out drunk.As Charlie took him off Walker's hands, Jacob's eyelids were but narrow slits.With his rough facial features, his flushed cheeks, and that strange smile of his, he looked just like those sleazy middle-aged men often seen in animated cartoons.Still, seeing that Charlie had come out of the house to get him, he chuckled drunkenly, "D-Dear boy… Your dad… was so amazing!"Charlie shook his head in exasperation. "You're drunk, Dad—get some rest already. Otherwise, you might wake Mom up and get an earful for this.""Earful?" Jacob's eyes widened ferociously as he snorted, "S-She'd never dare!"Charlie chuckled as he said quietly, "Come on, keep it down—Elaine is plenty daring. And in your state, you stand no chance if she starts to beat you."Despite being drunk a second ago, Jacob suddenly shuddered from the shiver running down his spine, and he promptly corrected himself, "A gentleman… never lays a hand on a woman! T-
Naturally, neither Mr. Bay nor Hal argued with this, thus following Albert and Jacob to the Diamond Room—the grandest room of Heaven Springs.After Albert led the trio there and smiled, "Gentlemen, if you would please take your seats, my people will be delivering Big Red Robe tea and our menu to your table shortly. I've spoken to the kitchen as well, and they will be preparing appetizers first. Please feel free to enjoy a game of poker until everyone arrives, and the main courses will be delivered right away."His arrangement was utterly detailed, and the trio were awash with gratitude.Hal and Mr. Bay especially were looking upon Jacob worshipfully, as if he was an unassuming bigwig on Charlie's level.Soon, as the invited guests arrived, Albert personally brought two bottles of 3-liter Moutai that cost an arm and leg to the Diamond Room.For politeness's sake, Hal ordered two more bottles of one-liter Moutai, meaning that it was one liter for the eight persons in attendance.Th