Yang Xia spread out the blueprint and pointed to one part and explained it in detail. His words were like a key, gradually unlocking the confusion in Xu Lei and others' minds. Every point went straight to the core of the problem, and every suggestion seemed so pertinent and constructive.

Everyone listened in fascination, nodding their heads from time to time, and the fog in their hearts was gradually lifted. They realized that the design they thought was perfect actually had so many loopholes and shortcomings.

After finishing the explanation, Yang Xia looked up and saw the admiration and gratitude in everyone's eyes. He smiled slightly and said, "In fact, you have done a good job, but we need to strive for perfection. I will revise this drawing again, and you can improve it according to my revision suggestions."

At this moment, Xu Lei suddenly remembered something and said hurriedly: "Brother Yang, your suggestion is very good. We will definitely take it seriously and make improvements. However, there is an urgent matter that needs your attention."

"Oh? What's the matter?" Yang Xia raised his head and looked at Xu Lei.

"It's like this," Xu Lei explained, "We recently received a large order and urgently need a batch of equipment, but they have very high performance requirements for the equipment. I know you have been busy with the drawings, but this matter is indeed quite urgent, and the customer has specifically asked you to take charge of it personally. You see..."

After hearing this, Yang Xia paused for a moment, then said, "Since the client trusts us so much, we must not let them down. However, I do need some time to complete the revision of the drawings. So, you can ask Chen Zijin to come."

Chen Zijin: "Brother Xu, can you trust me?"

"Why not?" Xu Lei laughed heartily.

"I'll take this deal!"

"I'm not quite sure yet..." Chen Zijin asked tentatively, "What weapons and ammunition do you want to buy?"

Seeing Xu Lei agreed so readily, Chen Zijin began to feel a little doubtful.

"He accepted it so easily?" Chen Zijin thought to himself, "Is this confidence, or..."

"Maybe it's arrogance?" He wondered.

However, thinking back to what happened to Sepp, he chose to believe that this was Xu Lei's self-confidence.

"I want one hundred AK-47s, four boxes of bullets, and five boxes of grenades." Chen Zijin listed the weapons he needed in detail.

Compared with the previous large orders from Saipu, this order seemed a bit stingy. But Xu Lei didn't mind. He didn't care about that. He just went with the flow. He even hoped that Chen Zijin would order as little as possible, so that it would be more convenient for his subsequent plans.

"One hundred AK-47s cost a total of 10000 US dollars, four boxes of bullets cost 40000 US dollars, and five boxes of grenades cost 50000 US dollars, which adds up to 100000 US dollars." Xu Lei clearly quoted the price, "And, I will deliver these goods to the Yan Country Research Institute in the heart of Yingjiang Country for free."

Chen Zijin was surprised by Xu Lei's offer. The price was too fair and even included free delivery, which was incredible. He thought Xu Lei would take the opportunity to make a fortune.

"How could there be such a conscientious arms dealer in this world?" Chen Zijin sighed in his heart, and asked at the same time: "Then may I ask, when can the goods be delivered?"

Xu Lei thought for a moment and replied, "Within three days."

Chen Zijin was secretly delighted to hear this reply. According to his calculations, Bingfeng and others were expected to arrive at the institute in two days, and the institute's safety period was three days.

"This way, everything can be perfectly connected." He thought to himself, "It will be enough to support until the support troops from Yan Country arrive."

Although he still had some reservations about Xu Lei, Chen Zijin still breathed a sigh of relief.

"Okay, please give me a remittance account so I can pay the deposit first," said Chen Zijin.

"Don't rush to remit the money." Xu Lei interrupted him with a meaningful smile on his face, "Commander Chen, I actually have a big arms business. I usually don't accept small orders like yours. But this time, not only did I accept it, I also gave you a fair price and even took the risk of delivering it for free. Isn't this quite helpful?"

Chen Zijin's heart tightened, and he felt that the matter was not simple. Sure enough, Xu Lei continued, "Commander Chen, I have helped you so much, shouldn't you also reciprocate and help me?"

"No!" Chen Zijin refused without hesitation. He now understood Xu Lei's intention.

"No wonder the price is so fair and the delivery is free," he thought to himself, "So it was waiting for me here."

So, he shook his head and said, "In that case, let's cancel the deal. We Yanguo will find a solution ourselves."

"Don't be impatient, Commander Chen." Xu Lei smiled calmly, "I haven't even told you what I need your help for, and you're so anxious to refuse? Apart from me, I'm afraid there's no other arms dealer who would do business with you at such a fair price, let alone deliver the goods to your door."

This was exactly Xu Lei's strategy. Not only did he want to make a contribution to the motherland, he also wanted to take this opportunity to make it difficult for Chen Zijin to refuse his request. And this trick really worked.

Chen Zijin hesitated. The institute's researchers and important research were at stake, and he didn't dare to give up this opportunity easily.

"What if I really can't find another arms dealer like he said?" He thought to himself, "Am I going to watch the institute destroyed?"

Thinking of this, he decided to listen to Xu Lei's request first. After taking a deep breath, he asked, "Then what do you want me to do for you?"

Hearing Chen Zijin's question, Xu Lei showed a smug smile on his face, and he slowly said, "I haven't decided what specific help I can provide. I'll tell you when I've decided. Now, I just need a promise from Commander Chen."

"Of course," he added, "this favor will never ask you to go to war or do anything that goes against your moral bottom line. It's just a small thing within your ability."

Xu Lei did not intend to reveal his true intentions now.

He knew very well that if he wanted to solve his problem, he would need to circumvent some explicit regulations.

This might be just a piece of cake for Chen Zijin, but Chen Zijin might be too principled to use his privileges to help him.

If Chen Zijin directly refused after hearing his request, all his efforts would be wasted.

Therefore, Xu Lei wanted Chen Zijin to accept his help first. After all, he would be obliged to give back to others. Even if Chen Zijin was unwilling, he would have to think twice.

There was silence on the phone. Chen Zijin did not respond to Xu Lei immediately, but fell into deep thought.

He thought about it for about half a minute, during which time Xu Lei remained silent and did not disturb him.

Xu Lei understood that too much is as bad as too little, and that for some things one needs to give the other party enough room to think.

Half a minute later, Chen Zijin's eyes flashed with a determined light, and he seemed to have made a decision. He said to Xu Lei on the other end of the phone: "In this case, I promise you." In Chen Zijin's view, compared with the safety of the institute's researchers and the protection of important data, helping Xu Lei to complete a small favor within his ability is completely worthwhile.

However, deep down in his heart he still remained wary of Xu Lei, and he subconsciously felt that Xu Lei's plan might not succeed.

In fact, he was not completely sure whether he could really help Xu Lei.

Although he only offered limited funds and a seemingly simple promise, if this could really exchange for the support of arms dealers, then it would not be a bad idea to give it a try.

Faced with such an opportunity, he couldn't find any reason to refuse.

When Chen Zijin agreed, Xu Lei's face immediately broke into a bright smile, as if he had seen the dawn of victory. He and Chen Zijin quickly finalized the details of the cooperation, and then hung up the phone with great anticipation.

He turned his gaze to the five Qiongke men under the warship and introduced them with a confident smile: "I'm Xu Lei, your leader. From now on, just call me Boss."

The four people of Qiongke were startled by this sudden self-introduction. They looked at the young leader in front of them with deep awe in their eyes.

They simply couldn't believe that such a young teenager could negotiate with the Army Chief of a superpower and seemed to have the upper hand in the whole process.

"No wonder he could become our leader, he is indeed not simple!" The five people secretly admired in their hearts.

Just as they were greeting each other, Xu Lei suddenly announced a new mission: "Tomorrow, you need to go to the Yan Country Research Institute in the heart of Yingjiang Country and deliver a batch of urgently needed weapons and ammunition."

Although Qiongke and the other four had anticipated this, they were still caught off guard when they heard about this mission.

They looked at each other, with embarrassed expressions on their faces.

As a representative, Qiong Ke couldn't help but raise his doubts to Xu Lei: "Boss, sending weapons and ammunition is of course no problem, but Eagle Sauce Country is a landlocked country after all. How can we send weapons without planes?"

However, Xu Lei just smiled and shook his head: "Don't worry about this problem. If there is no plane, we will build one!" He planned to use the UH-60 "Black Hawk" armed helicopter design drawings he had just obtained to build a brand new helicopter.

Hearing Xu Lei talk so casually about building an airplane, the brows of the other five people from Qiongke furrowed even more.

Although they knew nothing about building airplanes, they knew that it was not something that could be accomplished overnight.

However, Xu Lei seemed full of confidence. He said that the matter of building the plane would be completely left to him, and they only needed to rest well, recharge their energy, and wait for tomorrow's mission.

In the distant desert of Eagle Sauce Country, the air was filled with smoke and the night was as dark as ink.

Bing Feng and his teammates were approaching the research institute cautiously according to the original plan.

Suddenly, the cell phone vibrated in the silent night, and the caller ID showed that it was Chen Zijin.

Bing Feng quickly answered the phone and said seriously, "Commander Chen!" On the other end of the phone, Chen Zijin confirmed their progress and asked whether they could arrive at the institute tomorrow as planned.

Although Bing Feng felt a little confused by Chen Zijin's sudden question, he still answered every word with a rigorous military attitude.

"Reporting to Commander Chen, everything is going well and we have not encountered any emergencies.

I promise that I will be able to reach the institute tomorrow." His voice was low, but it revealed his firm determination and high morale.

Chen Zijin was obviously satisfied with his answer. He nodded and continued to tell Bingfeng the good news: "Bingfeng, Yan Country has contacted a reliable arms dealer. He promised to deliver weapons and ammunition to you the day after you arrive at the institute. When the time comes, remember to prepare for the reception."

This news was like a spring breeze, instantly igniting the hope of Bingfeng and his teammates. Their eyes sparkled with anticipation, as if they had already seen the dawn of victory.

Bing Feng also responded excitedly: "Yes, Commander Chen, I understand!" His tone revealed joy and excitement that was difficult to conceal.

At the same time, in Xu Lei's equipment research and development base, the roar of machines rose and fell, as if playing an exciting symphony. As soon as Xu Lei returned to the base, he immediately used the system to exchange the raw materials for manufacturing armed helicopters and weapons and ammunition, and invested in intensive production.

This process lasted all day and ended in the evening.

Qiong Ke and his five companions came to visit from time to time, but every time they could only see the closed factory door and the constant roar. Although they were curious, they did not dare to disturb without permission.

Finally, as the sky gradually darkened, the roar suddenly stopped.

Qiongke and the other four turned around in surprise, only to see the factory door slowly opening, with a huge wooden box placed at each door.

What shocked them even more was that there was a pitch-black armed helicopter parked in one of the factory buildings!

"This is... UH-60 'Black Hawk' attack helicopter!" Qiong Ke exclaimed. They couldn't believe their eyes. The helicopter seemed to appear out of thin air, which made them feel incredible.

At this time, Xu Lei was walking out from the strong light under the helicopter.

He glanced at the stunned Qiongke and his five companions, then smiled and waved, "Don't just stand there, come and help move these weapons and ammunition onto the helicopter. We're ready to go!"

Qiong Ke and his five companions woke up from their dream and immediately took action. While carrying the wooden boxes, they couldn't help asking Xu Lei about the origin of the helicopter. Xu Lei just smiled and said nothing. This mysterious attitude made them feel more awed and admired.

With everyone's efforts, the helicopter was quickly loaded. Qiongke and the other five were ready to embark on this unknown journey with full of doubts and admiration.

Xu Lei stood aside, watching them leave, with an unfathomable smile on his face.

"That's right!" Qiong Ke exclaimed, "For a man as outstanding as the boss, this kind of thing is probably just a piece of cake for him."

"We really have too little experience." For a moment, Qiongke and the other five fell into deep reflection, and were even embarrassed to ask Xu Lei anything.

In silence, they sped up the packing. Soon, all the boxes, big and small, were packed and neatly placed in the helicopter. Qiong Ke called other members of the task force and boarded the helicopter together. Before closing the cabin door, he leaned out and said to Xu Lei, "Boss, we are leaving now to deliver these weapons and ammunition."

Seeing Xu Lei nod in agreement, Qiong Ke immediately closed the hatch. As the roof of the factory building opened automatically, the helicopter slowly rose and disappeared into the night sky. (End of this chapter)

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