Chapter 169: Chapter 158: Are You Looking for Death?
Yang Ming brought Black Snake in and said to Lu Feng, "Xiaofeng, this is Black Snake. He’s very knowledgeable about Myanmar and has some minor connections, though you probably won’t need them."
Before Yang Ming could say anything, Black Snake spoke up enthusiastically and respectfully. "President Lu, it’s a great honor to meet you. While I’m just a small-timer and my connections are probably of no use to you, if you have any orders, I’ll give it my all."
Lu Feng knew it was hard to find people with connections in Myanmar, especially in an inland metropolis like Tianzhou City, which was nowhere near the border.
’Still, since this Black Snake is familiar with Myanmar, he could be useful.’
He asked, "Black Snake, I need to make a trip to Myanmar, and from there, I’ll be heading to Dalat Town."
"Dalat Town!" Black Snake was stunned.
He knew of the place, of course, and what it was known for.
’President Lu is actually going there? Don’t tell me he’s planning to get into the weapons trade domestically? What kind of guts does a man need to even consider something like that?’
Lu Feng smiled. "It seems you know the place. In that case, can you find people who deal in weapons?"
"And don’t worry, I’m not doing this kind of business domestically. Once the job is done, I’ll give you a generous reward. I won’t have you work for free."
Hearing this, Black Snake immediately said, "President Lu, I know someone in Myanmar who can help you find the right connections. But I don’t want any payment. I’m hoping that once this is over, I’ll be able to work for you."
Lu Feng looked at Black Snake, surprised by his words.
He hadn’t expected such a request. However, he wasn’t in the habit of casually taking people on, and he wouldn’t agree to something like this so easily.
So, he said, "Come with me to Myanmar first. We’ll talk after the job is done. Either way, I’ll make sure you’re compensated."
"Alright, whatever you say, President Lu." Black Snake immediately agreed with a nod.
He knew that getting in good with a man like this couldn’t be done with just a few words.
But he believed that if he handled this trip well, he would definitely get his chance.
"Cousin, handle our visas and book our flights to Myanmar," Lu Feng then instructed Yang Ming.
’It’s not like I’m smuggling, bringing weapons into the country, or doing anything illegal. I just want to bring the weapons into the game world.’
’So, there shouldn’t be any problem with taking a plane to Myanmar openly, right?’
"Xiaofeng, how many men should I bring with you this time?" Yang Ming quickly asked.
Lu Feng shook his head. "Cousin, you don’t need to go. Just Black Snake and I will be enough. You just take care of things here in Tianzhou City for me."
It was his first time going to a place like that, and the situation was unpredictable. He didn’t want to get his cousin involved. If something went wrong, it would be dangerous.
Getting a visa usually takes some time, but after Lu Feng made a call to Master Kai, he and Black Snake were on a plane to Myanmar shortly after.
Myanmar was unified as a country in 1044 and subsequently went through several dynasties, yet every single one was known for its chaos.
The same holds true even for the modern Union of Myanmar.
Despite Myanmar’s favorable natural conditions and abundant mineral resources, it remains one of the world’s least developed countries. The nation is still predominantly agricultural, with over 60% of the population working in that sector.
But that wasn’t the most critical issue. The real problem was the widespread chaos. The ethnic minorities were fierce fighters who refused to submit to the government; many tribes even had their own armed forces.
Government troops often lost when clashing with these armed groups.
It was safe to say the government was utterly powerless to control the chaotic situation.
When Lu Feng and Black Snake arrived at Hagon International Airport in Myanmar, Black Snake made a phone call.
Soon after, a man from Myanmar arrived at the airport and picked the two of them up in a vehicle that resembled one of the tourist sightseeing carts from back home.
The man was clearly Black Snake’s contact in Myanmar.
Black Snake quickly made the introduction. "President Lu, this is Hadona. He’s my partner here in Myanmar."
"Black Snake, how much cargo are you planning to take back this time?" Hadona asked him immediately.
He was a bit alarmed. ’Black Snake flew in directly this time. Wasn’t he afraid of attracting attention?’
’When did this guy get so audacious?’
Black Snake said quickly, "Hadona, I’m not here for business this time. This is President Lu, a very important man from back home. I’m just running an errand for him. If you handle this well, President Lu will make it worth your while."
As he spoke, he pulled a thick wad of cash from his bag and tossed it to Hadona.
This was the expense money Lu Feng had given him for the trip, and it was a very generous amount.
"Thank you, President Lu!" Hadona clearly knew who to thank, and his attitude toward Lu Feng warmed up immediately.
Lu Feng, however, simply said, "Let’s rest first. I want to hire some people tomorrow."
He was going to Dalat Town, an incredibly chaotic place. Even with the various trump cards he had obtained from the game, he wasn’t afraid.
’Still, having some hired hands would make things more convenient and could save him some trouble.’
"Of course, President Lu. Let’s get you to your accommodations first!" Hadona said with a broad smile, pocketing the cash.
In a place like Myanmar, cash was king. Therefore, this President Lu was king.
Hadona brought Lu Feng and Black Snake to a courtyard residence to stay for the night. Lu Feng learned from Black Snake that this was Hadona’s home.
The business the two of them were in was actually just smuggling some minor contraband.
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