Fatal Strike: Mercenary Road of Gunfire Ranger-Chapter 913 - 853: Internal Issues
Mountain Eagle sat quietly in the dark all night. The next day, he seemed as usual as he prepared a hearty breakfast for everyone and then quickly got into work mode...
Not worrying about things he couldn't intervene in but focusing on the work at hand is one of the reasons why Mountain Eagle is more efficient than most people.
Tiffany and Lilith's sudden departure in the morning surprised everyone in the cabin, especially Marta...
After everyone finished breakfast and began the day's work, Marta approached Mountain Eagle, who was helping Yue Yi and others prepare the sled...
"Boss, why did Tiffany and Lilith leave without taking me?"
Mountain Eagle looked at Marta with a stern face, shook his head, and said, "Because they went to find their father, not to rescue some Arctic Fox descendant, and I need people here more..."
Marta didn't believe Mountain Eagle's explanation at all. She grabbed Mountain Eagle, a bit worried, and said, "Did something happen?
I've been following the Arctic Fox mutual aid group lately, and several people have said they can't contact the Arctic Fox. 'Ham's' wife is the most worried because her B&B has been renovated, but she can't contact 'Ham'.
I privately messaged her, and she said this situation has only happened twice in the past few years, and each time the Arctic Fox goes through some changes...
Boss..."
Looking at the somewhat agitated Marta, Mountain Eagle hesitated and said, "I don't have any accurate news now.
Tiffany and Lilith went to look for clues. What you need to do now is not grab me for answers, but set aside all mess and properly handle the work in front of you.
There are thousands trapped around Koyukuk due to the snow disaster; they need help, and you need to focus your energy on this matter."
After saying this, Mountain Eagle urged Zack and Yue Yi to lead the War Wolf Sled to meet with Razer...
Their task is to patrol the surroundings, check if the animal traps have caught anything, and eliminate any Gray Wolves they encounter if possible.
Perhaps sensing Mountain Eagle's bad mood, Zack decisively pulled Yue Yi, Angel, and Luna along, and they drove the sled towards Razer's cabin...
Watching the children's departing figures, Mountain Eagle seriously said to Marta, "As an Arctic Fox descendant, you can be impulsive and reckless, but remember, don't let yourself become a burden.
No matter what happens, do what you can; applying yourself to work is more useful than pressing me for answers."
Marta had never seen Mountain Eagle speak to her like this. She was stunned for a few seconds before quietly and dejectedly saying, "Something happened, right?"
Mountain Eagle didn't know how to answer Marta's question. He sighed, hugged this young girl who had just become an adult, and said, "I'm not sure either. I'm waiting for news too..."
Marta, full of worry, asked, "Is Mi Lu and Blood Fox alright?"
People always have varying degrees of closeness. Marta did admire and look up to the Arctic Fox and wanted to be one of them. But she was taken to Thailand when she was very young, and she grew up studying under Mi Lu's care...
When she realized something was wrong, the first people she asked about were Mi Lu and Blood Fox.
Looking at Marta's worried face, Mountain Eagle shook his head and said, "The Arctic Fox indeed encountered trouble, but Blood Fox and Mi Lu are certainly fine.
They are just two retired old guys probably trying to clean up the Arctic Fox's mess, which is why we can't contact them.
Don't worry; dealing with high-risk work is within the Arctic Fox's experience.
I've contacted a lot of friends, and they'll notify me immediately if there's any news about the Arctic Fox..."
As Mountain Eagle was comforting Marta, Xiao Wan came to the door holding a satellite phone, waved at Mountain Eagle, and said, "A woman named Li Chengji is looking for you..."
As soon as Mountain Eagle heard this, he went forward, snatched the phone, and pressed it to his ear, saying solemnly, "What happened?"
On the other end of the phone, Li Chengji used a slightly awkward tone and said, "The Arctic Fox released a recruitment announcement through the International Intermediary Company; they've announced they will change the current operations of their teams and are preparing to transition into a military contractor company.
They're planning to organize an interview event in Belarus... 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢
Mountain Eagle, this news is blowing up in the mercenary circle; many people are digging for information..."
Mountain Eagle, hearing this, incredulously said, "Military contractor company? Recruitment?
How is that possible?
They just got into big trouble in Iraq, and now they're announcing recruitment - are they afraid the other side can't find them?"
Li Chengji was silent for a few seconds and said, "Mountain Eagle, the situation indeed seems off...
Besides the recruitment, the Arctic Fox spent 50 million dollars through the American branch of the International Intermediary Company to secretly hire many mercenaries.
Their target is that 'Hyena'!
I think they might be planning revenge and trying to earn more commission!"
"That's impossible!"
Mountain Eagle exclaimed, saying, "That's impossible, where did they get that much money?"
Li Chengji, hearing this, sighed and said, "Mountain Eagle, anything could happen...
That 'Hyena' has a bounty of hundreds of millions of dollars on his head. Many people and organizations want him dead...
The Glory Society that spans Europe, ISIS, Al-Qaeda, even within the United States, many want him dead.
That guy started against drugs and terrorism, and now he's blocking many people's paths..."
Mountain Eagle instantly remembered Ryan Donovan's words and that USB drive...
That was the bargaining chip Ryan Donovan sought, just because he thought his relationship with the Arctic Fox might use the intelligence data in it.
He said those documents are worth millions, meaning that as long as you take out that 'Hyena', you can get the billion-dollar bounty offered by the big shots over in Washington.
But Mountain Eagle absolutely doesn't believe that Arctic Fox would so suddenly decide to transform and spend 50 million dollars to hire mercenaries to go to Iraq and fight to the death with that 'Hyena'!
When mercenaries fail a mission, as long as the opponent doesn't overreact, there's no talk of revenge for mercenaries.
This applies to Arctic Fox as well; otherwise, just revenge alone would bring down Arctic Fox!
Taking on the mission to attack 'Hyena', it can only be said the choice was poorly thought out, but from the mercenary's standpoint, it's understandable, after all, the employer offered a big price.
But bankrupting oneself for revenge after failing, in Mountain Eagle's view, is a crazy move...
You hit someone, and in return, they react and kill a few of your people, you run, they don't pursue; if you then turn around and insist on fighting to the death, doesn't that mean something's wrong in the head?
'Silver Fox' is definitely not someone who would do such a thing...
Something must have gone wrong!
Li Chengji heard Mountain Eagle's slightly heavy breathing, and after a few minutes of silence, she said, "Mountain Eagle, I'm not sure what's going on, but I know a bit about that 'Hyena', that guy is not only incredibly strong but also operates openly and lawfully...
Those who oppose him ultimately become the 'villains', facing not only media condemnation but also targeted attacks and suppression from the international community and some intelligence organizations.
I advise you not to get involved!"
Mountain Eagle did not respond to Li Chengji's advice. He hesitated for a moment and said, "I don't know if I should ask the next question...
I want to know why Arctic Fox would bypass you, their collaborator, and go directly to contact people in the United States branch of the International Intermediary Company?
This doesn't make sense!
When we were in Los Angeles, we had a conflict with that Du Pont guy. He should be the president of the Americas Region.
At that time, Arctic Fox was also in Los Angeles, so how could they contact this guy?"
Li Chengji's voice took on a somewhat strange tone as she said, "I agree it's abnormal, but I can't reach people from Arctic Fox, so I can't make a judgment.
Mountain Eagle, now the position of the Americas Region's head is vacant again. The guy we had a conflict with jumped to his death over some matter.
The position is still unoccupied, but according to the information I received, the successor should be a guy named Aaron Du Pont."
Li Chengji paused for a moment and continued, "I had someone monitoring the transaction this time. Arctic Fox adopted the client model, which means they secretly recruited mercenaries into Iraq as employers.
Maybe they really are after the bounty, while also wanting revenge..."
Mountain Eagle slightly shook his head upon hearing this and said, "Thanks for the information. Although I haven't figured everything out, I'm sure things aren't how they seem on the surface.
Sis, continue to keep an eye for me. I need to know what's happening so I can decide what to do next."
Li Chengji heard the determination in Mountain Eagle's voice and sighed, "I don't advise you to get involved in this matter, nor do I recommend you stay tangled with Arctic Fox.
But you're one of the most clear-headed people I've met...
I'll help you keep tabs on Arctic Fox's intel. If you need my assistance in any way, make sure to give me a call—don't act blindly."
After Mountain Eagle thanked Li Chengji again, he hung up the phone and, amidst Xiao Wan and the others' slightly worried expressions, went back to his work...
When Mountain Eagle was fully immersed in work, everything seemed to accelerate...
......
A farm on the outskirts of Bucharest, Romania...
Blood Fox and Mi Lu parked a truck right at the entrance of the farmhouse, got out, and opened the truck to let Galahad and Robbin out...
Galahad looked at the tightly closed house, frowned, and said, "What is this place?"
Blood Fox didn't answer Galahad's question. He walked up to the door and knocked rhythmically a few times...
Soon the door opened, Camel peeked out, took a look, and let them into the house...
As soon as Galahad entered, he smelled the strong scent of disinfectant and saw three wounded people lying in beds while Eagle Claw was changing their bandages...
The young man Robbin, who hadn't made much of a presence, saw the three people in beds and went over in disbelief to glance, saying, "Chickpea, Ham, Scorpion, didn't you evacuate early? How are you like this?"
Chickpea, with bandages on his face, abdomen, and shoulders, heard Robbin's voice, opened his eyes with difficulty, and said bitterly, "We were ambushed on the border of Turkey and Bulgaria. Those guys were tough!
What about you guys? You don't look much better."
Robbin replied in a depressed tone, "There's just me and Galahad left. Everyone else is dead...
We were ambushed by the Round Table Knight!"
Hearing that Robbin and his group were ambushed by their former comrades, a hint of pain flashed in Chickpea's eyes. Lying on the bed, he stared at the dilapidated ceiling, muttering, "Yes, who else can find us so easily except former comrades..."
Blood Fox walked over to Chickpea's side, patted his shoulder, and said, "Don't overthink. We'll find the answers!"
With somewhat vacant eyes, Chickpea scanned over Blood Fox's old face, shook his head slightly, and said, "Do you know why we didn't contact Silver Fox and reached out to you instead...
Blood Fox, I'm a bit scared to know the answer..."
With that, Chickpea painfully closed his eyes and muttered, "'Bull Head' mentioned there was something wrong among us back in Los Angeles, but no one cared about it...
Blood Fox, I hope I'm wrong!"
