Kovalevitch and Alexander returned together and found Lin Chenran.
"Lin, the Mi-26 helicopter is ready. We can leave this godforsaken place full of scrapped, retired tanks," Kovalevitch said with a smile as he walked up to Lin Chenran.
Lin Chenran glanced at him and nodded. "All right, we can set off."
So everyone got into the jeep and left.
After a while, they returned to the original helipad.
Just before leaving, Lin Chenran smiled and said to Alexander, "I left some small gifts for you and your soldiers."
Alexander was taken aback, but he still nodded with a smile. "Oh? What gifts?"
Lin Chenran continued, "Kovalevitch will deliver them to you later."
A hint of anticipation flashed through Alexander's eyes as he asked curiously, "What are they?"
Lin Chenran smiled. "A small amount of hard liquor and some canned fruit."
Alexander's eyes immediately lit up, and he was filled with surprise.
He knew that both items were very popular and relatively scarce in the country. Most importantly: they were free!!!
Seeing Alexander's expression, Lin Chenran's lips curved slightly as he continued, "You've worked hard guarding this place. This is just a small token of my appreciation. I hope you like it."
In truth, Lin Chenran had another purpose in doing this—winning Alexander over.
Alexander was the person in charge of this godforsaken place for retired, scrapped tanks. With him here, Lin Chenran's plans could proceed more smoothly.
No one in Mao Xiong Country could do without hard liquor, especially during the cold winter. A cup of fiery liquor could make one feel warm.
Canned fruit was even more precious. In this season, fruit could barely grow, and the people of Mao Xiong Country could only taste fruit through canned goods.
By giving these two gifts, Lin Chenran could not only meet the needs of Alexander and the soldiers stationed here, but also let them feel his sincerity and concern.
This place was a dumping ground for scrapped and retired tanks. The military brass never came here, let alone offered any condolences.
And now, Lin Chenran was not only treating all the soldiers to their favorite vodka, but also sending them a batch of hard liquor and canned fruit.
This was undoubtedly a form of respect and care for these soldiers.
Alexander glanced at Kovalevitch beside him, waiting for his response.
Kovalevitch was secretly delighted. This kid can be taught!
Kovalevitch then smiled, approval flashing in his eyes. "Alexander, since Lin wants to give you supplies, accept them!"
Alexander was overjoyed when he heard that and quickly saluted Lin Chenran in thanks.
A faint smile appeared on his face, and gratitude filled his eyes as he saluted Lin Chenran. "Thank you, Comrade, for caring about the soldiers at our post."
At that moment, his favorability toward Lin Chenran rose once more, from friendliness to respect.
He realized that Lin Chenran was not merely an ordinary guest, but a friend worth making.
Lin Chenran replied with a smile, "No need to be polite. This is a gift of appreciation for heroes."
He knew these soldiers had been stationed here for a long time, enduring harsh conditions and pressure.
This delivery of supplies was only one way for him to show his respect, but to these soldiers, it was a warm gesture of care.
He hoped that through this gesture, he could draw closer to them and build a better relationship.
When the time came, they might turn a blind eye to certain things.
That would make Lin Chenran's later actions more convenient!
Lin Chenran waved his hand and spoke lightly.
Lin Chenran, Kovalevitch, and Alexander were all very satisfied with this.
Everyone benefited!
Commonly known as: a triple win!!!
"Alexander, see you next time!"
Lin Chenran bid Alexander farewell with a smile, then turned and boarded the massive Mi-26 helicopter with the others.
Alexander stood quietly where he was, watching them leave.
He straightened his body and solemnly saluted everyone.
"Rumble, rumble, rumble!"
Amid a deafening roar from the engines, the Mi-26 helicopter started up and gradually rose into the air.
The powerful airflow generated by its huge rotors kicked up clouds of dust, but it did not affect the helicopter's steady takeoff.
Before long, the Mi-26 helicopter carried Lin Chenran and the others away from the barren land of scrapped, retired tanks.
Next, they would head for another destination: the place where Mao Xiong Country's retired and scrapped naval warships were located.
Lin Chenran sat inside the Mi-26 helicopter, admiring the magnificent scenery below through the window.
After taking in the view, he turned and began speaking with Kovalevitch.
"Kovalevitch, I may have overstepped a little this time, but it was all for the sake of better cooperation going forward."
There was a hint of apology in Lin Chenran's voice.
He was referring to bribing Alexander and giving away supplies earlier.
He did not want to leave Kovalevitch with any dissatisfaction or doubts.
After all, all the dealings on the Mao Xiong Country side depended on Kovalevitch.
Anything needed later would also have to be handled by him.
"Lin, you didn't overstep. If you hadn't taken those actions, I would have given part of the supplies to that barren land of scrapped, retired tanks anyway. Only then would those soldiers be willing to work for us wholeheartedly."
Kovalevitch spoke understandingly.
Kovalevitch was no fool. He knew that Lin Chenran's actions had not only saved him money, but had also helped him win the soldiers' gratitude.
It was a win-win situation!
It both saved him a sum of money and made those soldiers grateful to him.
He did not mind Lin Chenran continuing to do such good things in front of him.
Lin Chenran relaxed slightly after hearing that.
He had originally been worried that Kovalevitch would be dissatisfied with what he had done.
But now, it seemed Kovalevitch fully understood and supported him.
Their relationship became even closer because of it.
Spend Lin Chenran's money and build his own connections.
Why not?
Kovalevitch should be thanking Lin Chenran instead!
Lin Chenran smiled at this.
"Kovalevitch, thank you for understanding."
Before long, Lin Chenran and Kovalevitch arrived at Mao Xiong Country's site for retired and scrapped warships.
Looking down from the Mi-26 helicopter!
Below was a vast sea, with many abandoned and retired warships docked around it.
The sea wind howled past, carrying a salty tang.
Sunlight spilled across the sea, making the waves glitter and reflect a dazzling brilliance.
Before long, the Mi-26 helicopter slowly descended.
At that moment, the officer stationed there respectfully stepped forward and saluted.
He then led Lin Chenran and the others to a certain location.
Kovalevitch pointed at the two retired and scrapped warships ahead. "Lin, these are two retired and scrapped warships. You can sail them back to Flame Nation for dismantling."
Lin Chenran said, "This..."
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