Chapter 471: Countermeasures
Chapter 471: Countermeasures
In the Jiyang District, at the distant harbor, a Ferris Wheel Corporation executive received news of the failed operation and immediately departed from the ship. He personally returned to the company with the original copy of the telegram and sought out the manager of the Operations Department.
After reading the telegram, the manager shook his head, "Neither of the targets were eliminated... Not even the disciples of the Wave Pavilion could accomplish this..."
The executive replied, "According to the telegram, Jian Chengsheng used the 'God of the Blade' technique, but still failed to inflict harm on the primary target..."
At this point, he raised his head and said, "Manager, I believe that to deal with such targets, we need to enlist the help of more powerful fighters..."
The manager frowned. If it were that simple, the company would have done it already. There would be no need to specifically request assistance from the Wave Pavilion. They were in the territory of the Daxun government, facing numerous restrictions. He spoke slowly, "This requires a decision from the board of directors." Then he asked, "Have all loose ends been taken care of?"
The executive assured him, "Everything has been handled. There will be no direct evidence linking us to the incident."
The manager spoke sternly, "Sometimes, direct evidence isn't necessary. But eliminating people always reduces future complications."
The previous incident had not yet concluded, and the Processing Bureau was unlikely to let this matter slide easily. The company would likely face significant pressure, and ultimately, a few individuals might be pushed to take responsibility.
He glanced at his capable subordinate sitting across from him and, after a moment of silence, said, "Wait here for a while. I'll personally report this to the directors."
Meanwhile, after a night's rest at the villa, Chen Chuan drove his Gaud car with Wei Dong and Wu Han the next day, showing them around Central City to familiarize them with the surroundings.
During lunch, he asked Wu Han, "Senior, how long do you plan to stay? Do you want to adapt first or get straight to work?"
Wu Han replied, "Hey, Junior, you don't know me. I'm not one to sit idle. Based on what you told me, there should be plenty of commission tasks available in Central City, right?"
Chen Chuan nodded, "Although you don't have formal citizen status, Senior Wu, Central City is vast. As long as you have the ability, there's ample room for you to showcase your skills. I'll introduce you to someone. If you have no objections, follow him to get acquainted with the local situation, and then decide how to proceed."
Wu Han agreed, "Alright, I'll follow your lead, Junior."
Chen Chuan immediately contacted Lao Qi, deciding to have him take Wu Han on some commissions first.
This had been planned beforehand. Lao Qi had formal citizen status and was an employee of a reputable commission company. He had extensive experience collaborating with Wu Yi Academy and other fighters, knowing how to make the necessary arrangements.
Especially now, with Lao Qi being watched by the Plague Cult and unable to leave, it was the perfect opportunity for Wu Han to go there and assist him. This way, they could look out for each other.
Lao Qi's side had made smooth arrangements. After Chen Chuan briefed him on the situation, Lao Qi readily agreed.
In Lao Qi's opinion, this wasn't just Chen Chuan asking him to take care of a classmate; it was clearly a way to find someone to protect himself. He was deeply grateful and thought about how to best handle the task Chen Chuan had given him.
After settling this matter, they finished their lunch, and Chen Chuan took the two around some key locations in the city before dropping Wei Dong back at the academy and Wu Han at Lao Qi's temporary residence. He introduced them to each other, and seeing that there was nothing else to be done, he drove off.
On his way back, he contacted his younger cousin, Gao Ming, "Gao Ming, are you coming back tonight? Aunt knows you're alone, so she asked me to bring you some things. I also have something to discuss with you."
Gao Ming replied, "There's a conference building near our office, Senior Brother. Let's talk there. You're my first client, and I'm available right now."
"Great, I'll be there in an hour."
Around five o'clock, Chen Chuan's Gaud car entered the Wei Guang District, one of the best areas in Central City in terms of public facilities and security, second only to the White Bird District.
The Central City Government Building, the Ring Cross Conference Hall, and the branches of most major corporations and high-end offices were located here. The Processing Bureau had concentrated a significant portion of its elite forces in this area.
As he arrived, four Level 2 Enforcers greeted him, indicating that any issue in this area would prompt multiple Third Limit Fighters to arrive within minutes.
Therefore, the numerous violent incidents in Central City were not entirely due to a lack of force; sometimes, the problem lay in resource allocation.
Upon reaching the agreed-upon conference building, Chen Chuan parked his car and took the elevator to the pre-arranged meeting room on the eighty-second floor. When he entered, Gao Ming was already there, having arrived a step ahead.
After exchanging greetings, they sat by the floor-to-ceiling window and chatted. Chen Chuan said, "The items are in the trunk. You can take them when you leave."
Gao Ming smiled slightly, "Sure, Senior Brother."
As they chatted, the evening view of Central City spread out before them through the floor-to-ceiling window. After finishing a cup of tea, Chen Chuan brought up the Ferris Wheel Corporation's attack.
Gao Ming listened attentively and said, "Senior Brother, in my personal opinion, even with government pressure, without concrete evidence, the Ferris Wheel Corporation will, at most, provide some explanations and compensation."
The matter ends here; if the higher-ups are truly targeting the Ferris Wheel Corporation, it's certainly not because of this incident but for other reasons."
Chen Chuan nodded, as he had anticipated this.
Although the Ferris Wheel Corporation isn't a global giant, it has numerous stakeholders with vested interests.
Furthermore, the company has its own military force and active consciousness, not to mention its influence on the distant islands in the open sea. Half of their business activities are related to the Yinglu District alone, and many people would never allow any problems to occur.
He said, "But now, the Ferris Wheel Corporation might be targeting me for some unknown reason. I don't think they'll give up so easily."
Gaoming understood his meaning. He said, "Senior Brother, it's impossible to fight against a large company with personal strength. The only way to deal with a company is through another company or by leveraging government power, but that requires waiting for the right opportunity..."
He smiled, "For example, Mo Lan Corporation initially tried to interfere with Yangzhi's water source... In my opinion, the Ferris Wheel Corporation isn't far from crossing that dangerous line."
Chen Chuan pondered for a moment and asked, "The Union?"
Gaoming replied, "Yes, the Union. Their investigation involves the game at the top. I have no idea what the Daxun Government is thinking, but this matter has undoubtedly reached a dangerous boundary, as past examples have proven."
He spoke seriously, "The Ferris Wheel Corporation's assassination attempts on you, Senior Brother, and this recent attempt on Director Lei, are clearly not normal actions. Therefore, I deduce that this might be related to the Ferris Wheel Corporation's potential entry into the Union."
Before officially joining the Union, they might not stop these actions. Not only are they targeting you, Senior Brother, but they might also be exerting influence elsewhere. As long as they continue, they will gradually approach that bottom line.
So, Senior Brother, we need to wait.
In the 619 book bar, there's no mistake in the version!
Waiting doesn't mean giving up; it's about waiting for the enemy to make a mistake or for a bigger loophole to appear before striking back. As a fighter, you should understand this better than I do."
Chen Chuan said, "Gaoming, what you said is right. But as fighters, we don't just wait; we actively attack to force the enemy to reveal their weaknesses. So, I want to ask..." He looked at Gaoming, "Can we try to push them towards that bottom line?"
Gaoming smiled and said, "It depends on the strength of the one taking action. If they are strong enough, they can make this happen. There are ways, and I believe some people are more anxious than us. I remember you had contact with the Canglong Corporation, Senior Brother?"
Chen Chuan nodded.
Gaoming said, "Behind the Ferris Wheel Corporation are the distant islands in the open sea and the Oceanic Alliance, which is public knowledge. Canglong Corporation's main business is also there. If the Ferris Wheel Corporation joins the Union, it will directly harm their interests."
Apart from Canglong Corporation, there's also the Distant Horizon Development Group. Both are state-owned enterprises, and they will undoubtedly be the first to feel the rising momentum of the Ferris Wheel Corporation. They won't sit idly by.
So, I think you don't need to take any action, Senior Brother. After learning that the attack on you is related to the Ferris Wheel Corporation, they might even contact you proactively."
He pushed up his glasses and said, "If they remain unmoved, it means they have deeper intentions or are being pressured by a higher power. In that case, we mustn't act rashly.
In summary, the most important thing now is to wait and make the necessary preparations. I believe time is on our side."
Chen Chuan thought for a moment and said, "Gaoming, the Ferris Wheel Corporation investigated me in Yangzhi last time. They might target you as well, so be careful."
Gaoming smiled and said, "I know. Ever since someone investigated you, Senior Brother, I've been living in the dormitory of the law firm. I haven't returned to my apartment."
Chen Chuan nodded. No wonder Gaoming had arranged to meet here. The law firm Gaoming worked for had a significant reputation, its own independent security, and provided city security services to every lawyer. The Processing Bureau had concentrated substantial forces here, making it almost impossible for any problems to occur.
He reminded him, "Remember to keep in touch."
Gaoming said seriously, "Senior Brother, I will."
After discussing a few more issues, they left the conference room together and parted ways in the plaza of the tower.
Once back in the car, he settled in and received a message from the Academy platform. He opened it, and Hong Fu's voice came through:
"Hello, Chen Chuan. The mentor you requested will arrive at the Academy on February 1st. Please go there to meet them.
Chen Chuan's spirits lifted. His previous defense mission was to gain access to a higher-level mentor, and now he had finally waited for it.
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(End of Chapter)
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