Mercenary’s War
Chapter 1401 - 1,383: Underground World War

Chapter 1401: Chapter 1,383: Underground World War

Gao Yang really has a lot he wants to ask Rebrov. It’s not just a matter of details; he wants to know where Number Thirteen’s surveillance went wrong, resulting in the failure to notice Rebrov’s hostile actions in time.

The man’s dead now, so there’s no one to ask, but Gao Yang still couldn’t help saying, "I still need to buy a large batch of ammunition immediately. Now that he’s dead, where am I supposed to buy it?"

Andre looked at Rebrov’s corpse, then touched his mustache, and said in a deep voice, "It’s a bit of a problem with him dead, but not too big of one. Besides, even if his death would cause a lot of trouble, he still had to die."

After he finished speaking, Andre turned to look at Gao Yang and said in a deep voice, "Everything Rebrov had was given to him by Grand Ivan—identity, status, wealth, even his life. If it weren’t for Grand Ivan saving him, Rebrov would have been dead twenty years ago. In return, he had to maintain absolute loyalty to Grand Ivan. If betrayal is not punished, then what is the meaning of loyalty?"

After asking indifferently, Andre sighed again and then said with a rather helpless expression, "The situation has changed. I thought it was some clueless guy coming to grab turf, but unfortunately, that’s not it. The one stretching his hand in is Djo Malthael. He’s not an insignificant character. He’s a big shot, a heavyweight. If he decides to expand his territory into Ukraine, it would mean he’s going to war with Grand Ivan. So you have to understand, Djo Malthael is on the same level as Grand Ivan."

Andre wanted to continue, but Gao Yang said in a low voice, "I know about Djo Malthael. Uriyangko and Polovich mentioned him to me. However, I only know he’s a big shot, but I’m not very clear on his background."

Andre exhaled and said in a deep voice, "Djo Malthael, Irish, arms dealer, a major arms dealer, not as good as Grand Ivan but close enough. That’s because Soviet Russia’s weapons are more popular in continually warring regions. However, Djo Malthael’s arms business is more profitable because he sells more expensive weapons."

Gao Yang waved his hand and said in a deep voice, "And then?"

Andre touched his mustache and said in a deep voice, "Djo Malthael’s methods are somewhat gentler than Grand Ivan’s, and his relations with some Western countries are certainly better, especially with America. He often sells arms to forces that America intends to arm, such as the opposition in Libya, and the opposition in Syria, sometimes with America’s tacit approval or even encouragement."

Gao Yang fell silent. Indeed, Djo Malthael was someone he couldn’t afford to mess with.

Andre continued, "Djo Malthael’s methods have always been relatively mild, but that doesn’t mean he’s kind. If given the opportunity, Djo would unhesitatingly use the most extreme violence to solve any problem, just like this time."

Gao Yang said in a deep voice, "What happened here means that Djo Malthael has decided to formally declare war on Grand Ivan."

Andre nodded, then vigorously rubbed his face and his mustache, sighing, "Ukraine is Grand Ivan’s turf. Doing the arms business here is fine, but keep some distance. Djo Malthael couldn’t possibly not know this, yet he still sent people. There’s only one possibility: Djo Malthael plans to take Grand Ivan’s territory, not only Ukraine. Ukraine is the source of arms. If Djo makes a move, he’ll certainly take over the market as well."

Gao Yang sighed and said, "So, now it’s one giant declaring war on another. Perhaps it’s still a local war at present, but the flames of war will soon spread worldwide. It’s like America’s declaration of war on the Soviet Union during the Cold War. Can I understand it this way?"

Andre nodded and said in a deep voice, "That’s right. For most people in the world, they have no idea what’s happening, but for people in the Underworld, a world war has broken out."

Gao Yang, feeling somewhat annoyed, said, "F**k, personally getting involved in a world war, I’m really lucky."

After mocking himself, Gao Yang removed a mini earpiece from his ear, switched it off, and waved his hand to signal for the people around him to step back. Seeing Gao Yang’s action, Andre also waved his hand to have his bodyguards move further away.

Gao Yang gestured in a please posture, and after walking another few steps with Andre, he whispered, "Buddy, the current situation isn’t something we can handle. Tell me the truth, where exactly is Grand Ivan? Can he appear at any time and give Djo Malthael that bastard a hard lesson? Can you get in touch with Grand Ivan?"

Andre shook his head with a wry smile and said, "I don’t know. I really don’t, because I can’t get in touch with Grand Ivan. Otherwise, I would just tell him everything that happened here."

Gao Yang said rather dejectedly, "You mean you don’t know anything useful at all?"

Andre said in a deep voice, "I do, at least I know Grand Ivan is still alive and alive well. He’s preparing a counterattack to end the current predicament. When the day of the big launch comes, he will naturally appear."

After finishing, Andre exhaled and then said in a deep voice, "Many years ago, Grand Ivan started preparing for today’s situation. He has forces hidden in the shadows, controlled only by him. And now, these forces have been activated."

Gao Yang gave a wry smile and said, "But that doesn’t really help your current predicament much."

Andre pressed his lips tightly and said harshly, "No, knowing Grand Ivan is still alive gives me the confidence to fight against anyone."

Gao Yang looked around, took a deep breath, and said in a deep voice, "Alright, knowing Grand Ivan is still alive does indeed put my mind at ease, but I’m really curious now, why did you let Ukraine’s situation develop to this point? If you had cut off Djo Masel’s hand in time, things might have been simpler, at least Rebrov might not have betrayed."

Gao Yang’s words were tantamount to accusing Andre, while Andre said with a gloomy face, "I’ve had a rough time lately. The Americans have been looking for me, but that’s not the main point. I can easily shake them off. I received an order from Grand Ivan, not directly from him, but from someone Grand Ivan trusts. I cooperated with them on a few things, disappeared for more than half a year, and in this time, too many things happened, Djo Masel took advantage."

Gao Yang said nervously, "What did Grand Ivan have you do?"

Andre shook his head and said, "I really can’t say, buddy. I’ve already told you enough today."

After speaking, Andre sighed, spread his hands, and said softly, "Actually, I don’t even know what I’ve done. I’m not lying to you, I just followed instructions from others. As for what exactly I did, I can’t figure it out."

Gao Yang nodded and said in a low voice, "Alright, now that we know who the enemy is, what are you going to do? I want to know, if you want to go to war with someone like Djo Masel, what resources do you have? Is your strength enough to handle it?"

Andre gave a wry smile and said, "Buddy, you’ve really stumped me. Honestly, your question is like a heavy punch to my nose. My biggest issue now is having no money and no people."

After twitching his lips a few times, Gao Yang said in surprise, "You’re out of money?"

Andre sighed and said, "I’m really out of money, buddy. I can’t even come up with ten thousand bucks. I’m dirt poor. If I hadn’t just sold some small stuff yesterday, I wouldn’t even have gas money now. I have arms, lots of them, but I need to turn those arms into money before I’m considered having any."

Gao Yang’s eyes almost bulged out. He said in extreme surprise, "Are you fucking kidding me? As an arms dealer, Grand Ivan’s representative in Europe, and you don’t even have gas money? Man, if you’re not joking, I have to say, as an arms dealer, you’re a disgrace."

Andre said angrily, "F**k! Can you blame me? How many years has it been since Europe has seen a war? Even if there was a war, couldn’t you find a place that’s not already overflowing with arms? Who am I supposed to sell to? It was hard enough when Ukraine got messy and a war was about to happen. I couldn’t sell small items like guns and ammunition. I could move things like missiles and tanks, but I just got back two days ago, and now I have to go to war with Djo Masel. Where am I supposed to get the money?"

After speaking, Andre said helplessly, "F**k, if it weren’t for the lack of money, would I have to downsize? If I weren’t forced, why would Tommy have ended up with you?"

Gao Yang cautiously said, "So, Grand Ivan doesn’t give you money?"

Andre gave a wry smile and said, "Would I have the nerve to ask? Europe is too important for Grand Ivan, but for me, it’s like a prison. Arms have nowhere to sell, nothing much to do all day. I don’t need to keep a lot of people, nor do I have the money to maintain them. So now that a war is starting, I have no money and no people."

Gao Yang was speechless, then sighed and said, "Oh, I feel like things are going to get bad."

Andre pouted and said, "It’s already bad if I can’t find money."

Gao Yang gave a bitter smile and said, "This is an Underworld war, and you’re the commander on one of the sides, yet you have no military funds, no people, nothing but unused arms."

Suddenly, Andre looked at Gao Yang, his eyes shining with a golden light, and said in a deep voice, "Buddy, I pretty much know your relationship with Grand Ivan. Anyway, I know Grand Ivan treats you well and values you, indicating you two have a good relationship. Also, you get along well with Uriyangko and Ivan. I’ve heard them mention you more than once. On their account, buddy, could you help me out to some extent?"

"Help you out to some extent? How do I do that?"

Andre touched his mustache and, like a shy girl, wrestled with himself for a long time before finally lowering his head and saying, "Can I borrow some money?" (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote with recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)

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