As a backup car for the S30, the S3 did not participate this time, so it was completely undamaged.
The worst off was the Anka mechanized infantry battalion. One T-64B1M was destroyed and returned to the condition it was in when Xia Yu acquired it. One Marder A3 had its troop compartment pierced by a bomb. Two BTR-82S tanks were destroyed in the artillery attack, and two BTR-80 tanks also needed to be completely overhauled.
Given that the concentrated fire defense accounted for 80% of the effective output, the fact that such losses still occurred makes it easy to imagine that if they were on their own, they would have lost at least 50% of their armored units to capture the entire rebel camp.
Repair it. Xia Yu sells cars and repairs cars. As long as the vehicle hasn't exploded, it can be repaired even if it has a spirit ring.
"Whoosh~ Whoosh~~"
It wasn't just cars that could be repaired; on the southwestern horizon, a Mi-8 Hippo appeared.
This was a secondhand item that Busa bought in the last century, and it was used beyond its capacity during that great war.
In the following years, it frequently developed various problems, and the military, fearing it might crash, simply stored it in a hangar.
Taking advantage of the opportunity to rent a C130-H, Xia Yu contracted with Busa to refurbish helicopters.
The new Mi-8AmtSh costs Russia $8.5 million to purchase itself, while the version sold to foreign buyers and equipped with weapons systems costs $10 million or more.
A refurbished second-hand Hippo can be had for under 3 million, so Xia Yu only quoted 1 million per aircraft, which would be 3 million for 3 aircraft.
With the addition of two Mi-24Vs (worth $1.2 million), the total contract is $5.4 million.
Xia Yu first delivered two Mi-8s, and the one Meng Qiao was riding in was one of them.
It wasn't that he was being cunning by not delivering the Mi-24V first; in fact, even if he had delivered it, it would most likely have been shot down by the rebels' SAM-24s, since he himself had been shot down before.
Since it wouldn't affect the strike contract signed between Jihuo Defense and Busa, Xia Yu, out of consideration for being responsible to the client, first prepared two more practical transport helicopters.
The revitalized Mi-8t can transport 24 fully armed soldiers in one trip, making it more capable than the Mi-8t, which is not used for its main purpose.
The Keji Fire Defense unit only has two combat teams, totaling 12 people, with half of them crammed into infantry fighting vehicles, so this classic military transport helicopter has never been equipped.
Now that the company is expanding its workforce, it's necessary to acquire a dedicated transport helicopter, but Xia Yu still covets the Chinook.
As a heavy transport helicopter, the CH-47 can carry more than the Mi-8, with a spacious cabin that can accommodate more than 50 soldiers.
Two Mi-8 helicopters can achieve the same effect in transporting personnel, but they cannot be separated for rapid deployment of heavy equipment.
From this perspective, equipping one Chinook is better than two Mi-8s, and a better solution would be to equip one of each, creating a high-low mix for selective use.
Xia Yu's wallet said it was okay, but the employees said it wasn't. Even if the company expanded its staff, adding one more plane would be enough; two planes simply wouldn't be enough.
Okay then, he'll look for an opportunity.
"General, welcome to the border rainforest."
Since Xiao Anka couldn't get away, Xia Yu was in charge of welcoming Meng Qiao, and Masal also came along.
"Mr. Sherlock, thank you for everything you've done."
As soon as Monjo stepped off the helicopter transport cabin, he gave him a bear hug.
"My comrades and I simply did what we were supposed to do: eliminate the rebels led by Sassou. Now, peace and development will come to our country."
"Yes, I look forward to that day. And Battalion Commander Massar, although the procedure was a bit off, you did a great job this time."
Meng Qiao spoke to Xia Yu and Masal respectively.
"General, be loyal to the country and protect the people!"
Marcel made the right bet; the authorities only cared about the result, not the process.
"And these are also members urgently dispatched by Doctors Without Borders."
Six medical personnel emerged from the other hatch of the Mi-8: two doctors and four nurses.
They were sent to fill in and handle the affairs of the fallen members.
“Sir, we would like to get to work immediately.”
The middle-aged doctor in the lead appealed to Xia Yu for their request.
"06, take these gentlemen and ladies to the temporary camp at the front."
"Yes! Please follow me this way."
Leading the group to the Weasel S3, 06 invited several people to get into the car.
Riding an infantry fighting vehicle to work gives them a huge sense of security. After strapping their luggage to the vehicle, the six of them struggled to squeeze into the troop transport compartment.
This was their first time experiencing something like this. Some of them had been deployed multiple times, but they had only ever ridden in blue helmets in four-wheeled troop carriers and government army pickup trucks. Nothing like this kind of behemoth.
"Isn't this area safe?"
"By observing the small details, one can gain a broader perspective," Meng Qiao asked Xia Yu.
“Some veterans of the rebels crossed the minefield, and we have been on high alert since they attacked the makeshift camp.”
"We need to be vigilant; these are all die-hard elements."
Next, Xia Yu took Meng Qiao to see Sasu, and then took him to the rebel camp. After several days, they finally finalized the amount of the strike contract.
All insurgent armored targets were cleared (including 25 of them of various sizes destroyed by the Anka mechanized infantry battalion), totaling $10 million.
The total cost was $6.5 million to clear all rebel artillery targets plus half a month of regular artillery bombardment (27 targets of varying sizes).
Basic income from killings (US$3,000 per person), totaling US$3 million.
Miscellaneous income, after discounts, totaled $500,000.
The total cost was $20 million, meaning Busa spent $20 million to completely eliminate the rebels.
Of course, capturing Sasu alive would bring a supplementary agreement into effect, requiring Busa to reward Central Fire Defense with $1 million.
In addition to the repair and maintenance of four vehicles from the Anka mechanized infantry battalion, Jihuo Defense's gross revenue this time is around 22 million.
Including the preparations and actual deployment, Xia Yu was quite satisfied with the amount of revenue generated in just over a month. And this didn't even include the arms deals with the Masar rocket artillery battalion or the spoils of war seized from Sasu.
These two transactions will be accounted for separately. The arms deal together has an 85% profit margin, while 50% of the spoils will be deposited into the company's account. We await the final settlement figures.
"That's right. The military will report to the National Assembly and allocate funds to you as soon as possible."
After reconciling the accounts and signing the documents, Meng Qiao said to Xia Yu.
While administrative efficiency is generally low in most Afica countries, there are exceptions. In cases involving weapons procurement and PMC employment contracts, procedures are often expedited.
Busa's defense budget is bound to run a deficit this year, but scraping together funds from various sources won't affect the settlement of contract payments.
Of course, Jihuo Defense would be even happier if they were willing to use minerals to offset the contract payment.
This gold mine in the rebel camp is a small gold mine with an annual output of more than 5,000 gold ounces, and can harvest nearly 20 kilograms of high-purity (about 85%) gold dust every month.
If slave labor were used like that of the rebels, those 20 kilograms would be almost pure net profit, generating nearly $10 million in revenue annually.
However, it's impossible to use slave labor for the mechanical defense of concentrated fire, and Xia Yu felt it wasn't worthwhile to use more than 20 million yuan in cash to offset such a seemingly golden goose.
This is a border area with a complex environment. The entire company, including support staff, can't even muster 30 people. Taking cash is the most practical approach.
For a mere 10 million, it would affect his ability to earn a net 10 million. During the company's rapid expansion, they would not get involved in the time-consuming and labor-intensive mining industry, even if it was a gold mine.
Of course, when the company expanded and established branch bases, it happened to choose a high-grade rich mine as the site. It could operate the mine and accumulate experience for future entry into the mining industry.
Busa's brilliant idea was to concentrate firepower to take over this border gold mine, essentially hiring a bodyguard for free.
Xia Yu refused without hesitation. The territory was vast, but after eliminating the rebels and strengthening national defense, the domestic combat operations dropped to zero.
It is sufficient for Jihuo Defense to set up its headquarters in this safe rear area. Sub-bases will inevitably be established in other countries. As for the cave base in the basin canyon, it is a secret base. Even after it is built, the fewer people who know about it, the better.
As for where the branch base would be located, Xia Yu himself didn't know, since he didn't have enough manpower to divide it into two parts, let alone run a mining side business.
"No rush. Now that we've captured Sasu, the biggest security threat is gone, and those local armed groups are no match for us."
Xia Yu changed the subject.
Even if business isn't affected, it doesn't matter. National defense also costs money, so he can use it to secure orders for himself and his hometown.
For example, a drone that can be used for both reconnaissance and strike operations is not feasible for large-scale operations like those in Jihuo Defense, but it is possible in Busa!
I recommend (or try to persuade) them to buy a few of these aircraft, so that they can rent them directly, just like the C-130-H.
Ordinary people work hard to save money, while businessmen take out loans to expand their operations—essentially spending other people's money to do their own thing.
Although Xia Yu's actions are not loans, they are essentially the same; they are all about using borrowed resources to generate income, and it's about finding a way to get people to buy the chickens first.
"That's right. Sasu dared to rebel because he was confident that Busa's military strength was weakened. If it weren't for the intervention of Jihuo Defense, our armed conflict would have continued for many more years."
Monjo is a sensible man; that would be a heavy blow to the domestic economy.
It's unsafe, so nobody wants to invest. They need the African Union and the United Nations to maintain stability, otherwise they won't even be able to sell their mines.
"What are Busa's plans?"
Xia Yu asked directly.
You can ask them about their current relationship directly; there's no need to beat around the bush.
"At the president's urging, some lawmakers have introduced a bill to increase the defense budget, which will invest hundreds of millions of dollars over the next few years to upgrade the equipment of our army and air force."
Meng Qiao said after careful consideration.
Hundreds of millions?
That makes things easier.
"The army is alright, but the air force, to be honest, you even have to hire pilots for the Su-25. Even if you buy new fighter jets, not to mention the delivery issue, it will take a long time to achieve combat capability."
Xia Yu began his performance, but every word he said was the truth; only sincerity can move people.
"Stop talking. It's not just the Su-25; the generation that can fly helicopters has died out. Luckily, you delivered them one by one, otherwise Busa wouldn't have had time to find specialized pilots."
Monjo also wanted to complain about this; the pilot who brought him was almost 60 years old and was an old pilot from the last major war.
"Therefore, compared to traditional fixed-wing fighter jets, I would recommend that you equip yourselves with reconnaissance and strike drones. We can go and take a look together at the Philippine Aerospace and Defense Exhibition in a few months."
Xia Yu offered his advice from a professional perspective.
Whether it's good or not, you'll know once you see it in person; that's more useful than any amount of talk.
"What a coincidence! The Air Force is thinking of participating in the exhibition and they need to bring our Army people along. But before that, I have to go to Europe."
The aviation and defense exhibition mainly showcases equipment used by the air force; the army's equipment has to go to traditional defense exhibitions.
"By the way, your infantry fighting vehicles are so well made, aren't you participating in this exhibition?"
Meng Qiao stumped Xia Yu with his question.
He's the only person in the military industry department of Jihuo Defense. How can he participate in the exhibition? Besides, he only sells used and modified cars, so he can't participate in the exhibition either!
"Ahem, our production capacity is relatively limited. The orders for Neiluobi alone will not be fully delivered until the second half of the year. In addition, our small company is not well-known, so we will not participate in the exhibition. We will just take a look at it at most."
Xia Yu explained awkwardly.
The exhibition was held in Bali, right after their training camp. He hadn't planned to attend, but after Meng Qiao mentioned it, he had no choice but to go.
Because Busana's additional defense budget of several hundred million dollars cannot be allowed to be earned by others.
"That's great! We can go together then. Sherlock, can you be our advisor?"
Although Xia Yu never attended a military academy, with the support of the system and his talent, there's nothing he doesn't know about medieval vehicles, making him more than qualified to be an advisor.
Not to mention that as a consultant, I can also influence the client's procurement plans, which is the most important thing.
"Of course, but how will we get there?"
"Because we may be purchasing some samples, the military will send a C-130-H to accompany us, and we can bring them back directly."
Although it cannot carry tanks and infantry fighting vehicles, it can easily carry one or two standard-sized four-wheeled armored vehicles.
However, it seems like Monjo is going to buy this entire car on display, so he must have a lot of money in his pocket!
Hmm, we need to find a way to get it out of him!
"Then it's settled for now. We'll be going out for a training camp for a while. If we can't make it, we'll meet up in Bali."
Xia Yu confirmed with Meng Qiao.
A trip to Bali might be a good way to urge the lazy Malaysians not to forget about his work.
“Okay, see you in Bali then. I have to take Sasu back now.”
Having finished his work, Meng Qiao prepared to leave.
"We're in the same boat here; we'll be withdrawing in the next couple of days."
After settling the accounts, it was time to go back and divide the money, just in time for Kuhn and his men to return with the truck.
Watching the Mi-8T carrying Moncho and Sasu disappear into the distance, Xia Yu turned around and told his men to pack up and load the truck.
The old man truck was carrying a T-64B1M and a Marder S30. The remaining two Renault trucks were carrying the bare T-64s and perforated Marder A3s from the Anka mechanized infantry battalion, and the Panhard VbL and TRF1 howitzers, as well as the remaining military/living supplies.
The day after they saw the convoy off, it was time for them to leave.
Hans picked up Liv and her luggage and took them back to the camp in a BTR-80 belonging to the Anka Mechanized Infantry Battalion.
With another batch of medical staff taking over, and fewer wounded than before, Liv ended her deployment.
Dr. Hellman, having signed a body donation agreement before his death, has been airlifted back to the United States to serve as a cadaver for the university's medical school.
Because she was helping the doctor on duty treat the wounded, Liv was unable to take a flight back.
Her brother had just invited her to stay at his place for a couple of days, so she decided to stay in Afica for a few more days.
"This is our old female Deer. Your brother drove it and wiped out a rebel infantry battalion and a reinforced howitzer battalion."
For the rebels, the addition of a dozen or so cannons of two calibers was a significant boost, Hans proudly told his sister.
Liv looked at the Mi-24V, then turned to look at her brother, her eyes filled with disbelief.
“Okay, I’m mainly the gunner, the pilot is our boss, he’s just as versatile as me.”
Hans conceded defeat and told the truth.
He can drive vehicles on the ground, but being a pilot is too difficult to learn; he should focus his energy on training as a gunner.
"Is your boss that amazing? Besides being a tank and infantry fighting vehicle commander, he can also fly a helicopter."
"Woof~ woof~~"
When Xia Yu returned from walking the dogs, Da Huang and Da Hei ran off to Hans and his sister.
"He can also fly fighter jets. Our Weasel crew is the best partner. We used an old F-4 to blow up the rebels' self-propelled anti-aircraft guns and anti-aircraft missile vehicles to smithereens."
Hans is usually quite humble and meticulous, but he can be a bit competitive in front of his sister.
"By the way, he said he can also drive a warship, but I always felt he was just bragging."
Hans, who was squatting down to pet the dog, didn't notice that it wasn't Domi walking the dog today, but Xia Yu, who had just decided to walk it on a whim.
"Cough cough!"
"Boss? I didn't say anything bad about you, I just... I just..."
"I understand, don't be nervous. We just need to leave. Lao Yu has made our dinner!"
Xia Yu isn't a stingy boss. At most, he'll be a little stricter with Hans during training camps, but he won't take these small things to heart.
"We need to hurry. Let me tell you, Liv, Chef Yu's Chinese food is amazing. It's so much more authentic than the place we used to go to for Christmas when we were kids."
Hans said with great enthusiasm.
Chinese people don't celebrate Christmas, so when foreigners want to eat out on Christmas, they can only go to Chinese restaurants, which has become a memory for Hans' family.
But who would have thought that the brother and sister who met in Afica would be able to eat authentic Chinese food here?
Thank goodness Mr. Xia loves this kind of food; otherwise, it would be very difficult to find it outside the capital city.
With a push of their hind legs, Big Yellow and Big Black nimbly leaped onto the transport compartment of the Mi-24V.
Because it was a clearing operation, they didn't bring the BMW, but with the two dogs, plus Group 2 and 06, the old female Deer was fully staffed.
Hans can still sit in the gunner's cabin, but Liv and Domi can only sit in the little antelope on Xia Yu Island.
"Can this helicopter fly to Konluga?"
Sitting in the passenger seat, Liv asked curiously.
"No, the little antelope's range is less than 800 kilometers, so we have to refuel in Panaka and will arrive a little later than Hans and the others."
Xia Yu explained.
At the same time, I also judged in my heart that she was a smart girl who could notice details that others would overlook.
This makes things much easier.
If a mother is not very smart, the probability of her child being not very smart is higher. But people who are good-looking are often not very smart!
No, why is he thinking about this?
Xia Yu shook his head, dismissing the unreliable idea, but the good news was that a girl had finally sat in his passenger seat.
"Whoosh~ Whoosh~~"
They took off in their little antelope and sped towards Panaka.
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