Fatal Strike: Mercenary Road of Gunfire Ranger
Chapter 138 Win-Win

Chapter 138: Chapter 138 Win-Win

Pulichenko listened and rose to his feet like a cornered beast, pacing around the reception room as he asked, "How can you guarantee that you’ll keep your promise?"

Mountain Eagle, knowing Pulichenko had succumbed, spread his hands and said, "Buddy, do you really need me to sign a contract with you?

You need to understand your place and role here. The police need you to keep quiet, not because they’re scared of you, but because they don’t want your antics to plunge Pattaya into chaos.

This is a tourist area, and any trouble here could lead to losses far beyond a mere 20 million US dollars."

Mountain Eagle spoke earnestly, "Buddy, you need to have confidence in yourself. You do have significant power, but if it’s ever used, in a country like Thailand, you can pretty much guarantee your demise, and a miserable one at that.

We don’t want to push you into a corner, let alone have you choose between two kinds of death...

Just behave and follow orders, and you can get your money back!"

Hearing this, Pulichenko said in a low voice, "And what about after...

Can my business continue then?"

Mountain Eagle snorted and said, "Should I call and get a wheelchair in here for you? Because you look downright disabled right now...

Whether your business can go on, that’s a matter of your own capability. What does that have to do with us cops...

Weren’t there police in Pattaya before, and didn’t your pimp underlings still hit the streets to solicit clients?"

Pulichenko understood; Mountain Eagle meant that as long as he met their demands, his business could carry on, though the protection might have to change hands.

Mountain Eagle had indeed touched upon something close to Pulichenko’s heart: his capacity to hurt Thailand.

Just by ordering a couple of his goons to shoot up a shopping district, he could deal a severe blow to Thailand’s tourist industry, something the country couldn’t afford.

But of course, the consequences of such actions would be dire, truly a last resort.

By bringing this up, Mountain Eagle was essentially informing Pulichenko that the Thai Police had no interest in his 20 million US dollars, since the repercussions of pushing Pulichenko into a corner were something they didn’t want to deal with either.

That, too, was a form of guarantee!

Although it might not seem fair to Pulichenko, for the mafia to discuss fairness with the police was, in itself, a joke.

In fact, if Mountain Eagle hadn’t been negotiating, Pulichenko would have no choice but to await his fate like a trapped animal.

Now, he had a chance to reclaim that 20 million dollars, a prospect he wouldn’t have dared imagine a day ago.

Pulichenko lit a cigar, took a couple of strong puffs, then stood up and looked down at Bianca, who had been sitting on the couch in silence the whole time, and said, "This guy was found by you; can I trust him?"

Bianca glanced at Mountain Eagle, who kept a smile on his face, and nodded, "I trust him!"

Just as Pulichenko was about to speak, Mountain Eagle suddenly waved his hand and said, "Buddy, if you want Bianca to give her assurance, you need to offer enough benefits and sincerity, not this attitude of yours.

She’s helping you, so...

Show some appreciation, and then say thanks!"

Pulichenko was momentarily stunned, then, unexpectedly, straightened his clothes, walked up to Bianca, and after shaking her hand, said, "Thank you. If things go as he says, the sixth floor here will be entirely yours from now on."

Pulichenko’s behavior showed that he still possessed some rationality, at least enough to distinguish between friends and enemies, and he held onto some semblance of the Jianghu Rules...

Because the reality was Bianca could have pretended to know nothing and just watched him be wiped out.

Now, by stepping in as the Middleman, Bianca had given him a chance to resolve the issue; according to the rules, Pulichenko should offer substantial benefits in return.

A resolute Pulichenko displayed the boldness expected of a leader...

He ignored Bianca’s complex expression, turned to Mountain Eagle, and extended his hand, saying, "I stand by everything I’ve said, do you?"

Mountain Eagle reached out to give Pulichenko a firm handshake, smiling, "Of course, and I can do more.

For instance, I’ll remind you to keep a closer eye on the news for the next month. Stay low-key and maintain some distance from the British Government...

Once everything settles down, you’ll realize just how valuable my advice is!"

Upon hearing this, Pulichenko nodded with a grave expression, "Then what should I do next?"

Mountain Eagle, grinning, said, "Find a good lawyer, take a few people and surrender to Officer Tessa at the Crime Investigation Bureau; admit your guilt and face the consequences...

If things go smoothly, those taking the fall for you might not even need to serve time.

After that, you should really renovate that bar, invest more time and effort..."

Recalling the scene there, Mountain Eagle shook his head, "Truth be told, I think your taste leaves much to be desired.

The girls there are of high quality, but you treat them like cheap commodities.

The gimmicks you come up with don’t attract true high-end customers; instead, they bring down the place’s class.

Buddy, spend some money to hire some real professionals...

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Find some real aspiring girls in the industry, treat them as your cash cows of stardom.

Protect them, nourish them, and once one of them becomes a true socialite, you will earn money beyond your wildest dreams."

Pulichenko was stunned for a moment, incredulously saying, "You seem very familiar with this business..."

Mountain Eagle waved his hand and said, "If you go to Peninsula Country, you’ll see almost all talent agencies there are doing the same thing.

But I must remind you, initiative is key; you can’t expect those girls you’ve sexually exploited to work hard for you.

And I must remind you, if I ever find out in the future that you’re involved in human trafficking and forcing women into prostitution, I will come for you...

Thailand is already tolerant enough in this aspect, don’t overstep the bounds of tolerance, otherwise, I’ll come for you, and I mean what I say!"

Pulichenko listened, staring into Mountain Eagle’s eyes for tens of seconds before, as if driven by a sudden impulse, he said, "Are you interested in investing in my business?"

Mountain Eagle was startled for a moment but resolutely shook his head, saying, "I’m not interested in the dirty money earned from women selling their bodies...

I only hope that you’ll remember my words, do not enslave those women, perhaps the nature of your business could change in the future."

Pulichenko did not nod immediately but rather laughed, saying, "According to what you’re saying, do I have to fucking insure those women too?"

Mountain Eagle laughed and said, "If you actually do that, you can go out and call yourself a businessman, not some mafia.

Businessmen can call the police when they face problems, and the police can help solve them."

Pulichenko was taken aback by Mountain Eagle’s logic, then thought it over and found it damn reasonable...

Pulichenko was startled by his strange line of thought, and his look at Mountain Eagle changed...

In the face of the ever-smiling Mountain Eagle, Pulichenko replied somewhat perfunctorily, "Alright, I’ll consider your suggestion...

But before that, I need to see my 20 million US dollars returned to my account."

Mountain Eagle nodded seriously, "You’ll get what you want, and when that time comes, please consider the words I’ve said; we might actually have a chance to collaborate!"

After saying that, Mountain Eagle turned and gave Bianca a hug, saying, "Thank you!"

Bianca looked at Mountain Eagle and nodded in admiration, saying, "Don’t thank me, I got paid too.

I’m becoming more and more confident in you; you’ll definitely be someone great!"

Mountain Eagle heard this, nodded, then shook his head, saying, "I hope so..."

After finishing speaking, Mountain Eagle presented the grace expected post-negotiation, smiling as he shook hands to bid farewell to Pulichenko...

Once outside, Mountain Eagle asked Gru and the others to leave first, then he got into a police car and called Taigore, informing him about the content of his negotiations with Pulichenko.

After listening on the phone, Taigore seemed to encounter something astonishing, letting out a series of exclamations, then incredulously asked, "How did you manage that?"

It was hard for Mountain Eagle to explain the intricacies of information gaps and stances over the phone, he simply laughed and said, "Are you satisfied?"

"Satisfied, extremely satisfied. Nivatari, the deputy prime minister, has always been a big problem. If we can get evidence of his bribery, many subsequent problems will be easily resolved.

Mountain, thank you so much!"

After hearing this, Mountain Eagle laughed and said, "I left without notifying Tessa, mate, do me a favor, don’t let Tessa keep guard at the hospital, let her sit at the office for a few days...

Tomorrow Pulichenko’s men will turn themselves in to her, let her be in charge of the case, and issue Pulichenko a gigantic fine by the way.

Compared to those who just stuff money in their pockets, a cop who makes money for the force is a good cop!"

Taigore apparently understood very well the problems that Mountain Eagle was currently facing, he laughed heartily and said, "No problem!

FUCK, you’re truly a genius, actually, I think you really should consider becoming my brother-in-law.

My father and mother really appreciate you right now..."

Mountain Eagle listened, helplessly saying, "Let’s talk about some realistic issues, I need to get Jon and Zorn sent to Kamui, any problem with that on your end?"

Taigore decisively said, "Of course, no problem, they’re not involved with the human trafficking case...

Putting them in the hospital might just lead people to use them to divert public attention from the 20 million.

Getting them out of there, and stabilising the Great Russian Mafia, you’ve really done us a big favor!"

Mountain Eagle cheerfully chatted with Taigore for a few moments, reminded him not to forget the promise to help him renovate his house, and then hung up the phone...

Sitting in the car and taking a moment to relax, Mountain Eagle dialed Mr. Poincaré’s phone...

"Holle..."

"Sir, I’ll have Eddie bring those two guys back...

We now have a one-month user right to the 20 million US dollars, I’ll head back the day after tomorrow at the latest, we need to discuss a secure financial plan..."

Mr. Poincaré was stunned on the other end of the phone, saying incredulously, "How did you do it?"