My Wife is Actually a top-tier Soldier King?!-Chapter 1188 - 1088: Colluding in Disgrace! A Resurgence?
Pfft~
Xu Feng’s words almost made Xu Kuishan burst into laughter.
Wu Jie is your brother?
Boasting of borrowed authority, such claims you make without hesitation!
If you two are truly brothers, why is he wealthy enough to rival nations, while you are fleeing abroad?
Why, when he plundered over a hundred tons of gold from the Abulaxi leader, did he not share a single piece with you?
Why does it seem he has already returned home, while you are still trapped in the war-torn and tumultuous Baldet?
This is just too damn ridiculous!
Xu Kuishan struggled to suppress his laughter, not daring to let it out.
First, he feared ruining the moment, exposing Xu Feng’s bluff.
Second, because of the injury on his back, laughing out loud would cause the wound to ache from the tension.
However...
Xu Feng was dead serious, looking at Jasiwari with full confidence as he declared:
"What’s the matter? You still don’t believe me?"
As he spoke, Xu Feng took out his mobile phone and opened the messaging app.
"Look, not only am I his friend on the messenger, but we were also chatting just last night!"
Jasiwari barely glanced at it and did not take the phone.
"I know you people from Xinzhou are really into networking and cozying up!
"Meeting a big shot once, people dare to claim they have a good relationship, acquainted enough to say they are close friends!"
"If there are some dealings, then they dare to say they’re as close as family... It’s all for face!"
"Pretending to have connections and capabilities to handle big matters, thus gaining trust!"
...
Jasiwari’s words left Xu Feng feeling somewhat embarrassed.
And for Xu Kuishan, in that instant, his smile faded away.
He had assumed Jasiwari was a simpleton with brawn but no brains.
But as it turned out?
You can’t judge a book by its cover! He was not only intelligent but also had a deep understanding of Eastern culture.
On second thought, it was a mistake to underestimate Jasiwari, considering he was once responsible for managing the city’s security in Baldet.
If he were a fool, he’d likely be dead by now, played by others—could he have become the acting Commander of the warzone?
"My relationship with Mr. Wu is indeed good, and I know, Commander, that you don’t care much about this..."
Xu Feng said with a smile, offering Jasiwari a cigarette and lighting it for him. After taking a few puffs, he continued with a grin:
"I know what you’re most worried about. It’s nothing but the Star Federation’s post-war retaliation and YL Country not standing firm in its support for you!"
Jasiwari didn’t utter a word, tacitly acknowledging this.
In fact, whether it’s warlords or small countries, when the major powers clash, one must choose a side.
Ally with the Star Federation?
This was utterly impossible.
The Baldet campaign had resulted in severe losses for the Star Federation and brought massive casualties to the local population.
Just looking out the window at the public violently abusing Star Federation prisoners, one can see how delusional it is to think of leaning on the Star Federation for support.
As for YL Country...
After this war, it will undoubtedly become a major target for the Star Federation, facing various suppressions and sanctions, such as trade embargoes and freezing of foreign assets.
For a long time to come, they will likely adopt a strategy of contraction and defensive posture.
How could they have the capacity to covertly aid someone in controlling Baldet?
Jasiwari, who had managed city security for many years, knew very well that ensuring the people had enough to eat was key to stable governance.
Starving people would not be content with enslavement.
Who would want to serve as underlings without military pay?
Therefore, Jasiwari was desperate for money and food supplies!
Regrettably...
The Abulaxi leader’s treasury was already emptied when buying nuclear weapons.
And in his hilltop villa, there was indeed a treasury with some valuables, but they were not easy to dig out in a hurry.
Baldet, after the great battle, urgently needed a vast amount of resources: drinking water, food, medication, tents, and so on.
Xu Feng, of course, knew what Jasiwari wanted.
Thus, after reading the room and observing his reactions, he said with a smile:
"Actually, Commander, there’s really no need for concern; you only have to do three things right now!"
"First is to gather military strength, ensuring you have plenty of troops and ammunition so that you remain the undisputed leader of the Baldet region. Anyone who dares to disobey you, you can take them down!"
"Second is winning over the people’s hearts, by burying the dead, compensating the injured, and providing aid to the poor. Spare no expense on money and supplies to win over these impoverished citizens at heart, and you’ll secure your base!"
"Third is to focus on restoring the Baldet airport and repairing roads and railways quickly, giving priority to restoring the airport’s operation for incoming and outgoing flights, thereby reconnecting this place to external traffic and facilitating the transport of supplies!"
Jasiwari said with a smile, "I can do these things without a problem; I was in charge of city security before and am familiar with all aspects. But what about you? How can you make this place richer than Xikelse?" 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝙚𝔀𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝒐𝒎
Xu Feng glanced at Xu Kuishan and with a sly smile said:
"Commander, you must be aware that the Baldet region is not barren, right? There are rich gold mines and oil and gas here. If you’re currently short on funds and materials, you could mortgage the mining rights to borrow from abroad!"
"But we don’t just borrow money directly. Instead, we let the creditors come to Baldet, build roads, bridges, hotels, power stations, etc., for us. Through granting them business rights, they start various ventures."
"So, in effect, we haven’t spent a penny but have attracted them to invest and do business here. The so-called mortgage of mining rights is just to give them some assurance, making them feel that whatever happens, they won’t lose..."
After a lengthy briefing, seeing Jasiwari getting more engrossed, Xu Feng hastily poured fuel on the flames, throwing out a bombshell.
