Ultimate Firepower
Chapter 207 - 195: Big Brothers Everywhere

Chapter 207: Chapter 195: Big Brothers Everywhere

Abdulla had not yet awakened.

Gao Yi didn’t know if he had suffered internal injuries or had been drugged, but he remained in a coma, unresponsive.

Before leaving the embassy to meet with the officials from Iraq, Prince Shaman went to check on Abdulla.

"This guy is really lucky..."

Luca wiped his nose, appearing listless, as he said, "Now I’m sure, it’s really lucky that Abdulla survived."

Gazing at the now blank screen, Gao Yi suddenly said, "Why didn’t you just bring up the fee issue with the prince earlier?"

"Pal, are you insane? In at most three years, we could retire. No, not just retire, we could live like super-wealthy people—as long as we don’t do anything stupidly risky and wait quietly, an inexhaustible fortune will be ours."

Luca took a breath, whispering, "One billion dollars a year, at the very least. Even if you only give me one percent, ten million dollars, ten million dollars a year... how could I possibly tell the prince that he should pay us twenty million for each mission? Buddy, do you think I’m stupid or crazy?"

After saying this, Luca fixed Gao Yi with a stare, whispering, "You will at least give me one percent, right? You’re not stingy, and you need someone to help you. So, at least one percent, you’ll definitely give that to me, right?"

"Do you really think we can get it?"

Gao Yi lowered his voice, speaking very seriously, "Don’t forget, we’re now a thorn in the CIA’s side."

"Stop talking nonsense. Don’t say it. We’ll get it, trust me. I have a premonition. I’ll become a billionaire—yes, I have that premonition!"

Just then, Lin Xianghua peeked in and asked in a low voice, "Is it over?"

"You lucky guy!"

After addressing Lin Xianghua with a pointed finger and finishing his serious declaration, Luca gestured with his hand, whispering, "Come in, come in and talk."

Lin Xianghua and Li Jie both entered.

Luca pointed at Li Jie and said, "You’re even luckier. You’re a truly lucky man, buddy. You hardly did anything, and you’re about to be rich just like us."

Li Jie, perplexed, responded, "Become rich? My studio earns at least a million a year, and I can do arms trading. Why do you think I didn’t pursue scientific research but instead started a studio? It’s because this business is too lucrative, so I’m already rich."

Biting his lip, Luca spread his hands and finally said, "You used to be a millionaire at best, but in the future, you could become a billionaire."

Gao Yi’s phone rang.

He was a bit anxious as he took out his phone, whispering, "Nobody talk, it’s Big Brother’s call—uh, Big Brother Harold..."

After answering the phone, Gao Yi whispered, "Hello, Big Brother."

"How’s it going? We’ve just landed on our side and are still safe for now."

Clearly, Harold wasn’t very confident about his situation.

Gao Yi spoke quietly, "How come it took you so long to get to Dubai?"

"We could hardly fly; several countries had closed their airspace to us. We were circling in the air when we suddenly received notice that we could land in either Dubai or Abu Dhabi, so we landed in Dubai."

Gao Yi glanced outside; Prince Shaman gave him a gesture, waving his hand with triumph.

Indeed, none of these big shots were simple characters.

If Harold truly refused to yield to Prince Shaman and had Mu Tianwen not contributed anything of significance, Harold’s private plane would indeed have been unable to leave the Middle East.

Because Harold had been cornered; if Prince Shaman had decided not to let him off the hook, then aside from flying perpetually in the skies, Harold would have to face both the pressure from Shaman and the CIA.

"So, that’s how it is. Let me explain it simply: His Highness said that if you stay in Abu Dhabi for three years, cooperate with him in asset restructuring, then after three years, he will return forty-nine percent of the shares to you."

Harold was stunned, "Really?"

"Yes, really. I believe in His Highness; he has no reason to deceive you. Recognize the situation, Big Brother. Just wait quietly for three years, then you can choose to return to your country; you’ll continue to own your wealth and business."

Harold took a deep breath, saying, "No wonder the United Arab Emirates suddenly informed me I could land. Shaman has taken control of the situation. Thank you, my brother, I would have been completely finished without you this time."

"You have a good son; he contributed a lot. But Big Brother, you still need to be cautious. Too many people died last night, and the CIA, they will not let this go so easily. I am in the shadows; you are exposed. I am worried that the CIA will make trouble for you."

Harold used to be the leader of the opposition, and now that he had turned his back on them, all his former allies were dead.

That included Naaoi, and many from the CIA.

Meaning, Harold would inevitably be a target of the CIA’s retribution.

Why wasn’t Gao Yi particularly attentive to the wealth offered by Shaman? Because he worried Harold might not survive until the end of the three years.

The Sky Garden could be dissolved at a moment’s notice, Gao Yi and his team could hide, but how Harold could hide was the question. If Harold were killed outright by the CIA, where would Gao Yi go to take over his international trade.

Luca was only excited just now, but when he heard this, his face suddenly turned white, and then he whispered, "Oh no! Are we going to be bodyguards for three years? No, no, no, I can’t believe I forgot about this! But even if we were to serve as bodyguards for big brother, how could we possibly keep him safe..."

Gao Yi continued, "That’s why you must now be on high alert, big brother. Find a safe place to hide and be careful of CIA retribution."

Harold let out a soft sigh and said in a low voice, "I can’t go back to Saudi. If Shaman is no longer a threat, then my old friends will want me dead. I can’t go to the United States, Europe is still dangerous. What can I do, where can I go? Brother, do you know why I didn’t surrender? Because either Shaman or I can survive, you don’t know... there are too many people, too many things, too many interests involved."

Stuck in the middle, Harold found himself in a difficult situation.

Gao Yi thought for a moment, then suddenly asked, "Have you asked Muhan?"

"Him? What can he do, what does he know? He’s still a child."

"No, no, big brother, listen to me, Muhan is much smarter than you think. Let me talk to him, let me say a few words to him."

After waiting a moment, Harold still handed the phone to Mu Tianwen.

"Hello, big brother. This is Mu Tianwen."

Such a mix-up in seniority.

Gao Yi could no longer attend to these formalities, he said softly, "Tianwen, did you do what I asked you to?"

"What’s that?"

"Ask your teacher what to do."

Mu Tianwen said quietly, "I asked, and the teacher suggested that I study abroad. He recommended me to attend the School of International Relations, to complete the university courses there."

Like a lightning bolt flashing through his mind, Gao Yi sighed, "Your path has broadened. Have you spoken to your father about this?"

"I wanted to, but he’s not in the mood to listen to me. My teacher said that if I went to study abroad, it would surely be no problem. He said I’m still a child, and well, he said that, at least, if I went to study abroad, I would be safe."

Mu Tianwen sounded tired as he spoke helplessly, "Big brother, it’s easy for me to go study abroad, but my father, my mother... they are in an awkward position. As long as Prince Shaman doesn’t let them go, they can’t go anywhere; no country is willing to take the diplomatic risk of accepting my father."

"Right! The only safe place in the world right now, where your father can go with you, is to study abroad. Your whole family should go!"

Mu Tianwen whispered, "Big brother, it’s impossible. At most, I can go because I am still a child, but my father..."

"Wait a minute, just wait!"

Gao Yi covered the mouthpiece and hurried out of the small room where they were watching the video and walked towards Shaman. He stopped a few meters away from Shaman.

"Come here, my brother. There’s no need for so much formality between us. I prefer your unruly appearance. Don’t act like a stranger. Remember, he is my brother."

Shaman announced Gao Yi’s brotherhood to many people with a smile, although this was not necessarily good for Gao Yi.

Gao Yi walked through the guards to get to Shaman and whispered, "Big brother, I’m on the phone with Muhan. There’s something I want to ask you on his behalf. Can you allow Muhan to go study abroad, and then... have Harold go along as a chaperone? Let father and son study abroad for these next few years, can we do that?"

Gao Yi was very nervous because he didn’t know if Shaman would grant him this favor.

Shaman’s expression grew cold, and after thinking for a moment, he returned to a smile and suddenly said, "Did Harold ask you to help? Or is this your own idea?"

"Neither. It was Muhan’s teacher who suggested he study abroad. I think we can let Muhan take his father with him. Only in this way can we avoid Harold being assassinated or controlled by the CIA, but this requires your permission, big brother. What do you think?"

Shaman thought for a moment and finally nodded, saying solemnly, "I originally wanted Harold to wait in Abu Dhabi for three years because I could keep an eye on him, but since you brought it up, I agree to let him leave. I don’t trust him, but I trust you."

Gao Yi responded solemnly, "Big brother, if there’s a problem with Harold, I will personally take care of him! I promise you."

Shaman said indifferently, "Let Muhan study abroad as a government-sponsored student, and I’ll send Harold to lead an academic exchange delegation. Let him stay there for research and study; we don’t need to impose any age limit."

Gao Yi was overwhelmed with excitement, bowing slightly as he said, "Thank you, big brother!"

"Go tell Harold the good news. Remember, this is for you. Otherwise, although I wouldn’t kill him, I would have made sure he had a hard time for these three years."

Gao Yi said again, "Thank you, big brother."

Shaman nodded, and Gao Yi turned around and retreated. Then he lifted the phone and said softly, "Did you hear that? Take your father and study abroad. Go now, immediately! If you’re late, the CIA might intercept you!"

Mu Tianwen replied quietly, "I understand. Thank you, big brother. You have saved our family."

"Don’t mention it. Pass the phone to your father."

Mu Tianwen handed the phone to Harold.

Harold said quietly, "I heard..."

Gao Yi took a deep breath and said, "Big brother, don’t say anything else, hurry up and go. Now that your identity is public, although it’s a bit embarrassing, you have secured your wealth and your life. When you feel safe again, you can come back to the country. But for now, you must endure."

"I know, I understand, brother. Thank you! In the future..."

Gao Yi smiled and said, "We’ll talk about the future later. Right now, hurry up and leave. Dubai is not safe, big brother. Take care."