With the ongoing black swan events, the recovery of the international civil aviation industry remains a long way off, and major airlines have begun a second round of downsizing their fleets in hopes of weathering the long winter.
Xia Yu would certainly not let such a good opportunity pass him by. Whenever he had spare money, he would use it to purchase retired passenger planes of various models.
Those in poor condition are dismantled and their parts recycled; those in good condition undergo basic maintenance and are then stored, to be sold later along with the shells for a good price.
The combined profits should be enough to make up for the losses he has suffered in the museum tourism industry over the past two years.
For businessmen, earning less is equivalent to losing money, not to mention the stagnation of old projects and the delay of new projects, which would result in significant losses for Xia Yu.
As for when the Cold War section and the aircraft carrier museum 2.0 upgrade will be available, we'll have to wait until Paramount releases Top Gun II.
Anyway, Wanda Plaza in Konglujia is under construction. The movie has been delayed so many times, but the cinema built to support the business district can catch up with the global simultaneous release.
We could hold a movie screening and give away tickets to a Tomcat back seat flight experience – that would definitely generate a lot of buzz.
That's why we say we should look for opportunities in crises!
Complaining and blaming others will not lead to success.
After finalizing the matter with Eric, the two hung up the phone after a short chat, and Xia Yu continued working.
Besides releasing the stockpiled shells, he also came here to pick up some goods.
Marquez ordered two modified female Hinds from Xia Yu, but there were none in stock at the port warehouse, so they had to be modified and delivered immediately.
Xia Yu selected two Mi-24Ps from among a group of old female Hit fighters; these were the versions equipped with twin GSh-30K cannons.
Well, as a basic modified version that lacks precision strike capability, the importance of caliber becomes apparent, and a 30mm autocannon would be more suitable for them.
The simplified inertial navigation rocket kits were readily available; he had stockpiled a double-digit number of them. He directly put two sets of four units, along with the airframes, into the modification lab. There were also off-the-shelf versions of electro-optical spheres and HJ-8 airborne kits...
"Mass modifications!"
Select two aircraft for batch modification, and a progress bar will pop up in the system.
Estimated remaining man-hours for modification: 41.2 hours
Very good. In less than two days, Xia Yu went to the port on the third day after returning and brought the two modified female Deer back to Bogo Village.
Mexico has pilots who can fly the Mi-8, and with rocket pods, they can launch a volley of rockets at the drug cartel. As for accuracy, forget about it; it's not much better than Afica.
So Old Ma poached foreign aid directly from South America—two crew members from the Batavia Army Air Force.
As is well known, the Pasir purchased 12 AH-2 Sabre (limited edition Mi-35M) attack helicopters from Russia in 2013.
This also trained a group of crew and logistics maintenance personnel. Among these people, those who were retired or nearing retirement were all sent by Márquez to receive secondary training in fire defense.
The father and son were very careful in selecting employees for the new company.
Mexico only hires native Mexicans who have blood feuds with local drug cartels, while foreign recruits are open to the entire South American population.
The attack helicopter crew from Basil, the loading vehicle crew from Venezuela, and the infantry fighting vehicle crew from Chili—these are all experienced personnel who can be used right away. If it weren't for the fact that the Mexican army is so incompetent, Old Ma wouldn't have had to go through so much trouble to ask for foreign aid.
However, getting these foreign technical employees to work well with their domestic combat employees requires a lot of training, and their good days are just beginning.
Xia Yu packed up the ground forces and sent them to the Anka Mechanized Brigade. Only two attack helicopter crews were left behind, and Lao Han and Andrei were responsible for training them.
Xia Yu was busy with his own affairs until the special plane carrying the BRICS arrived in Kongluga in late November, and the matter with Lao Mei also came to an end.
The real estate developer lost the election and was ousted after only one term. The ultimate winner was that living fossil of the Cold War.
"77 years old? That's way too old. He can still stay lucid now, but in a couple of years he'll probably have dementia. Do Americans only choose old men?"
Looking at the news online, Hans, who had just returned from Anka's place, couldn't help but complain.
"Isn't Haha, who's partnering with him, quite young? Maybe she'll have a chance to become the first female president."
Xia Yu couldn't quite tell whether the woman was of Indian descent or African American descent, or perhaps a mixture of both, adopting whichever ethnicity was required.
"That could be a disaster. This woman supports LGBT, but it's none of our business."
Hans shrugged.
As a conservative, he disliked the current chaotic state of Europe, so he didn't plan to let Dorothea give birth in Germany. Instead, she would be born in Konluga and become an Afica.
Only in this way can a boy still be a boy, a girl still be a girl, and everything remain normal.
"Liv and I support you and Dorothea. I'll have her deliver the baby herself."
Xia Yu helped his wife find work.
Although Liv is not a full-time obstetrician, she has extensive experience in delivering babies over the years, and delivering her sister-in-law's baby is a piece of cake for her.
"Alright, we have a midwife now, just waiting for this brat to come out."
Hans's tone was full of anticipation.
After completing their prenatal checkup, their first child was also a son.
"You stay in Konglugado for a while and keep Dorothea company. I have to go to Niger first."
Xia Yu left Hans at headquarters and prepared to depart.
“Nirier, what do you mean…”
"Finding Elmenjoy a job at a mine, that thing you're thinking about, will have to wait until next year, when they're less vigilant, before we can move forward."
Xia Yu revealed his plan.
Following the clues, Xia Yu traced his trail from Elmenjohn all the way to Vlad, but to avoid alerting the enemy, now was not the right time to make a move.
So let's wait and see. I'll find some time tomorrow to go to Romagna and put an end to this old grudge.
Now, the most important thing is, of course, to dig out the money in Elmenjohn's account.
He had already made arrangements for this before returning to China, and in the last two days he finally received accurate information.
"Buzz"
The Il-76MF, carrying Xia Yu and Elmenjo, took off from Pointe-Noire Airport and flew straight north to Niger.
"You like gold, right? My mining company mainly deals with uranium mines and oil fields, but I specifically acquired a gold mine for you, hoping you can dig out more gold."
Looking at Elmenjoy sitting opposite him, Xia Yu spoke.
"Can I become a shareholder? A monthly salary of $500 is too little these days. I was never this poor when I was selling avocados."
Old Ai bargained.
"Of course, I know my money is no longer mine, but my daughter still has some clean money. The profits from the investment will go to her. I'm just an old man; I only buy insulin every month. How much money could I possibly need?"
Sure enough, his daughter was his true love; he didn't even mention his son, Menchito.
His son was mainly involved in his business; his daughter was only temporarily detained by the Americans and would be released after paying bail once CJNJ was destroyed. However, his enemies and those greedy individuals would never let her go, which is why Elmenjohn's will to survive was so strong.
He's dead; his daughter and her entire family are truly beyond saving.
But as long as he survives and protects his daughter, he can only save others by continuously sending money to prison.
As a traditional Mexican, family was what Elmenjore valued most, a quality he possessed far greater than Guzman's.
"So, you need some motivation."
Xia Yu asked to confirm.
"Yes, people always need something to strive for! I will have Jessica invest $30 million, just for a 30% stake in the mine."
Old Ai spoke frankly and openly.
This is the only money the family has left. Even if it's only 30%, it's still a steady stream of income with annual dividends, not a fixed amount that disappears with every transaction.
Incidentally, my daughter's safety is also guaranteed.
"As long as you accept the transformation, I agree to this deal."
Xia Yu pondered for a few seconds before speaking.
That is, Elmenjo, whose conflict with the other party was limited to the employment of Old Marco and his son.
But if it were Vlad, even offering $300 million to save his life wouldn't have mattered.
He's already a dead man in the futures market with Xia Yu, and now he's just waiting for the delivery date next year.
"Oh, I'm only 54 years old. I can work for you for at least another 26 years."
Hermenjoy's attitude changed instantly. He stopped talking about treatment and only talked about dedication. But this guy was also trying to find ways to wish himself a long life.
"Buzz"
The plane began its descent, and looking out the window, all I could see was a large mining area surrounded by sacks and barbed wire in the vast desert.
After circling once, the Il-76MF adjusted its attitude, opened its landing gear, and descended onto the dirt runway covered with sand and loose soil.
This four-engine heavy military transport aircraft can also take off and land in the field like a turboprop aircraft. Therefore, after acquiring the mining rights of this high-grade gold mine, Xia Yu assigned people to build a supporting dirt runway.
It serves as a node for concentrated fire defense in Niger, where target vehicles used in abandoned border mines can be stored.
After all, they need to fire depleted uranium munitions. He will only send people over once the Cold War branch officially opens and there are orders. Otherwise, they can just stay at the gold mine!
"boss!"
As soon as Xia Yu got off the plane, Maxim came over with a shameless grin.
He was doing well at the No. 2 uranium mine last month, but this month he was sent to Niger to become a member of the losers' alliance.
“Reform yourself well. Your daughter is about to graduate from high school, and her grades are pretty good. I’ll find someone to write her a recommendation letter to get her into a good university.”
He patted Maxim on the shoulder and said.
As Hermenjo said, life always needs some hope; a desperate person will commit suicide without you having to lift a finger.
Seeing this real-life example, Lao Ai knew he hadn't misjudged Xia Yu.
This guy is indeed a ruthless killer, but he's not the kind of maniac who enjoys killing. As long as you give up resisting and choose to cooperate with him, you'll have a chance to survive.
Adhering to principles is the most fundamental thing for successful businessmen.
Xia Yu has always had a good reputation. Even if he hadn't received the system when he bought the fish that year, he would still have been able to succeed.
But if principles are disregarded, it is very likely that Pandora's box will be opened, releasing the demons inside.
"Thank you, boss. This must be Mine Manager Elmenjoy."
Upon hearing the news, Maxim was happy, but work came first. He was surprised that his boss had even brought in drug cartel leaders to work for him; the scope of Jihuo Defense's business was truly extensive.
Yes, it's him.
“Then I’ll show him around the mine. I arrived half a month early, so I know more about this gold mine.”
Maxim led his superior away, which saved Xia Yu a lot of trouble.
That evening, Elmenjohn wrote down all the bank account numbers and passwords on a piece of paper and officially handed it to Xia Yu.
The matter of investment will have to wait until his daughter Jessica is released. Xia Yu should ask Old Ai then!
"Buzz"
In the darkness, the Il-76MF soared into the sky and flew toward the neighboring Keidar Airport.
Over the next few days, he transferred all the clean money from these accounts to his own account and then distributed it to DEA's designated account according to the previously agreed-upon allocation method.
The remaining $175 million will be Xia Yu's second and third phase dividends, and will also be used for the wholesale of aging passenger aircraft.
As for his trip to Ah Fu Han to find bargains next year, he has prepared a special fund in advance and will not use this unplanned income.
However, just as Xia Yu spent New Year's Day in Kidal, he heard the news that a coup had broken out in neighboring Kinabalu.
"No wonder it was him!"
Seeing the familiar faces in the news, Xia Yu recalled the artillery lieutenant from back then.
Of course, he is now a captain. Colonel Kallaszló took office when he was a colonel, and now there is a trend of younger officers being promoted, so junior officers can be promoted.
Perhaps the overthrown president was too unpopular, because this bloodless military coup was a great success, and the former president fled in panic.
This also reminded Xia Yu of the coup d'état by Ma Li last year.
Afica is a place where coups are frequent, but the success rate is not high. Now, the successive coups in Mali and Tsengkina Faso will inevitably bring about changes in the political landscape of the Sahel region.
This won't have a significant impact on the fire defense, since the contracts signed in the previous term must be recognized in the next term as well.
In practice, ordinary companies may encounter some difficulties, but PMC's tools are the truth. However, for the French, this is nothing short of a nightmare.
In the past, these Sahel countries, whose supposed democratically elected governments needed their support, basically listened to them on everything, big or small.
But if it's replaced by a proper strongman government, the probability of them cooperating decreases significantly.
Now it's just one or two countries, but in the future there will be three or four, connecting the entire Sahel region into one, which would basically be enough to declare that the Philippine military police have been driven out of Afica.
Xia Yu's prediction from a few years ago is now gradually coming true. The Kingdom of Hair is also shrinking like the Kingdom of England back then. The vast Afica will be flooded with more players, making this ancient land lively again.
As Chinese people, if we have to say what we all have in common, it has to be watching the excitement.
He could imagine how flustered and overwhelmed Ma Ying-jeou was at this moment. He was as triumphant as he was when he won the election, and now he was in such a sorry state, having inherited a complete mess.
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