Firepower is king

The maximum load capacity of the C-130 transport aircraft is about 20 tons. It has to transport 60 tons of gold. A single sortie can carry up to 15 tons. That means a total of four sorties are needed to transport the gold.

In addition to weight, we also need to consider the range. The maximum range of the C130 is only 3,800 kilometers, and the flight from the resident airport in Djibouti to Pretoria, South Africa is 5,200 kilometers, so the range of the C130 is far from enough. In-flight refueling or landing refueling is required.

It was okay when I went there, since it was empty after all, but when I came back there would be thirty tons of gold on the plane, which made the safety burden even greater when refueling.

Arranging manpower escorts is the specialty of the War Group, and Gao Guang is not responsible for it.

But how to fly the plane safely to South Africa, load it with gold, and fly it safely to Iraq is what Gao Guang needs to consider.

If Smith could do it himself, he wouldn't be looking for highlights. And what Smith can't do actually shows how difficult it is.

The United States has only one military base with year-round troops stationed in Africa, and this base is Djibouti. From Djibouti southward to South Africa, there is not a single U.S. military airport in the entire central and southern African continent, and there are no aerial tankers. If you want to get from Djibouti to South Africa, Gao Guang either changed planes or found a place to land and refuel in one of these countries along the way.

It really couldn't be done without asking the CIA for help, so Gao Guang prepared to give three million of the US$5 million for one sortie to the CIA.

It's easy to do things if you have money. As long as Gao Guang doesn't make money from transportation, he should be able to solve this business easily.

Send Smith back to his room first. After all, although the relationship is good, there are some things that cannot be known to everyone.

Gao Guang called Tom again. Just as he was surprised to receive Smith's call, when Tom received his call, he thought something had happened in Italy.

"What's wrong? What happened?"

Tom was sure that nothing would happen in Italy, so his tone was a little nervous because he was afraid of being slapped in the face.

"It's okay, I have something else to ask you for."

Gao Guang thought for a while and felt that he had to tell the truth, so he whispered: "I have a transportation business. I want to fly from Djibouti to South Africa, refuel on the way, load some high-value goods in South Africa, and then fly to South Africa." Iraq, transfer in Iraq and deliver the goods to the United States.”

Tom immediately asked: "High-value goods?"

"Yes, high-value goods, well, I can't say it, but you can guess it." Tom took a breath and said:

"No matter what it is, keep talking."

"I need the CIA to provide a route that can land and refuel midway. It must be safe. I can pay a fee of three million U.S. dollars for one sortie. Please help me try."

Tom pondered: "Three million for one sortie? It's too much. The money given is too much. If it exceeds the normal level, it will draw attention. A maximum of five million for one sortie is enough, even if it is transporting high-value goods." You can’t give so much money, it’s not safe.”

Gao Guang laughed twice and said: "Three million is the quotation for you. I have to leave you some profit margin." No matter how good the relationship is and how close the contact is, don't use favors to get free tickets. Gao Guang knows this. .

Although Tom's position is getting higher and higher now, and he handles more and more money, he is just like Gao Guang, the money is just passing by, and not much actually falls into his hands. Now, twelve million US dollars have come out of thin air. , it’s not worth mentioning compared to those figures of hundreds of millions or billions, but the problem is, this kind of small money is what Tom can really pocket.

"Well, thanks."

It was easier and more convenient for Gao Guang to make money than for Tom, so Tom did not refuse. He thought for a moment and said: "In this way, Djibouti mentioned that he would refuel in Tanzania on the way to South Africa and go to Dar es Salaam Airport to refuel. We and Tanzania's The intelligence agencies are cooperating, so it’s no problem for them to send someone to contact the airport.”

After finishing speaking, Tom suddenly said: "What's the name of Tanzania's intelligence agency? Okay, I have to find someone to help, but don't worry, this kind of thing happens all the time. Just don't reveal what the cargo on the plane is. They won't." They will check it, because they don’t dare to check it. At most, they can pay a small amount for more fuel.”

"Are you going to a civilian airport? Can't you go to a military airport to refuel?"

Tom smiled and said: "Of course a civilian airport is better. It is easy to get into trouble when going to a military airport. At a civilian airport, they would only dare to hijack a CIA plane if they are crazy. Okay, I will help you coordinate the route and airport. When will it be used?"

"The sooner the better."

"I know, I'll let you know when I get in touch."

After hanging up the phone, Gao Guang let out a long breath, then he got up and knocked on Smith's door. Smith was still waiting for news. When he saw the highlight, he said expectantly: "How is it?"

"It's settled."

Gao Guang sat down, and then he said calmly: "

The CIA is responsible for providing the route. They land in Tanzania for refueling on the way back. The return trip may require two refueling times. Then land once more in Djibouti and then go to Iraq. A round trip takes a long time, at least thirty hours, until all the goods are shipped. It will take at least four days to send it to Iraq. "

It takes a long time, but the C130 aircraft is still a bit small, and the pilot cannot fly all the time. Even if he can change the crew, the aircraft still needs to be inspected and maintained, so it will take at least four days. It is more appropriate to prepare for it according to 100 hours.

Smith thought about it in his mind, and finally nodded and said: "Okay, no problem." "Then you pay first, half in advance, and the final payment when the matter is completed."

Since we are talking about money, we should treat it as a business deal, so that everyone can feel more relaxed.

Smith happily called and asked someone to transfer fifteen million to Gao Guang's account. After these things were settled, Smith was free to chat with Gao Guang about other things.

After talking about business, it’s time to talk about friendship.

Smith looked at the highlight, looked at it carefully, and suddenly said: "How old are you this year?" "Well, twenty-six years old."

"I'm twenty-six years old."

Smith sighed and said: "Too young, you are too young. Youth is capital. You have to consider your retreat now and what to do after retirement. It is indeed a bit early, but considering everything you have now , I highly doubt you will live to be thirty."

Gao Guang was stunned, then smiled bitterly and said, "I won't die so early."

Smith said seriously: "Based on your profession, when you die depends on your strength, your status, and your resources. In fact, it has nothing to do with your age. When you become a behemoth, then You should die."

It's just that pigs should be slaughtered when they are fat. Smith's point is still clear.

"Then what should I do?"

Smith sighed softly: "Clean your name, go ashore, and have a public and legal identity, which can keep you safe. If you continue to hang out in the underground world, and your luck gets better and better, and you get bigger and bigger, then you will die." The faster.”

After finishing speaking, Smith whispered: "You should know one thing, that is, if you are just a gang boss, then you will not have any problems. If you just run a King's Defense, there will be no problems." , but what are you doing now, there is an industry where you can see the light, have you ever thought about it? "

Gao Guang touched his nose.

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There is no such thing as an industry that can see the light and die if it sees the light.

Seeing that Gao Guang was silent, Smith whispered: "You can develop quickly with the help of some forces that far exceed your own strength, but it is also difficult to get rid of it. You are increasingly participating in the whirlpool of national power. One day, What do you do when you need to be given up?"

Gao Guang thought for a while and said: "I will increase my strength."

Smith shook his head slowly and said: "What is strength, more connections? It's useless! When a crisis comes, you can only rely on yourself. Those friends who have cooperated with you before and whom you regard as connections may be The one who wants you dead the most, trust me, I have experience with that.”

Gao Guang looked at Smith and said, "What should I do?"

Smith said seriously: "Go ashore and get an identity that no one else can touch. You can't go to the military because there are strict time limits for promotion, and you can't join the CIA because promotion also takes time and is very strict, so you can only work in politics." ”

Gao Guang said in surprise: "Politics, me?" "Yes."

Smith exhaled and said: "You are too young. Youth has become a disadvantage at this time. If you can persist for ten years, then in ten years you can follow my path and be elected as a member of the parliament. As long as you succeed in becoming If you get rid of the MP, you will be ashore."

Gao Guang scratched his head in embarrassment.

Smith still said seriously: "If you are worried that you may not last ten years, then you can become a star, a legitimate, influential and public figure known by many people."

Gao Guang spread his hands and said, "I might not be able to do it."

"Commercial stars also count."

Smith was very serious. He looked at the highlight and said: "No matter how strong you are in the underground world, you must find a public identity that can match it. Otherwise, you will be in danger. You are already very dangerous now. Always remember, there is no Any country can tolerate the existence of an underground emperor, unless you plan to live in the underground world for the rest of your life."

Gao Guang nodded and said, "I know, let me think about what I can do."

Smith smiled and said: "I run a PMC company. I only do legal businesses now, but the illegal ones are my capital to become a parliamentarian."

Gao Guang was stunned for a moment and said, "I don't understand."

Smith shook his head and said: "Think for yourself, think slowly, when you figure it out, you will know how to get ashore."