Chapter 48: Morgans Got Clout

Translated by: kevin1782

Edited by: Isalee

When the truck full of people finished laughing, the black man gestured to the group and pointed at Grolev, saying, Soma, for the sake of him bringing in the good news, come and see if the guys salvageable.

A black man squatted beside Grolev. He pried open Grolevs clothes with a lift. He used his hands to press a few times around the injury. He asked Gao Yang, What gun was he shot by?

Gao Yang didnt think that thered be a medic on the truck that was willing to help. Gao Yang was overjoyed and quickly replied, He was hit by M4 at close range at around two in the morning.

That black man nodded and said, His situation isnt too good, but aint too bad either. At least his abdomen wasnt wrecked into a mess by the bullet. He can hence last a while longer. Dont let him drink any more water. If you can find a hospital to operate on him within the next twelve hours, he should be able to live. The pretext is that the hospitals operating surgeon is good. I dont have any emergency drugs, so I cant help you much.

Gao Yangs heart loosened a little after hearing that Grolev still had a chance. He sincerely thanked the black people. Thank you, really! Thank you so much!

That black man waved his hand and said, Everyones a freelance merc here and anybody could face this fate too. We thus should be helping each other out, man. Names Abdullah Herman Ahmed Ali, just call me Ali. Most of the people here came from Somalia. Although were not a merc corp, we teamed up and found work to do. What about you guys? I see that both of you are snipers? If youre up for it, we can find work together and everybody can look after each others backs.

Introducing Grolev and Tribo to Ali, Gao Yang shook hands with Ali before saying, I am very grateful for everything you guys have done, I think we surely have opportunities to co-op.

Gao Yang was just being nice and didnt want to reject them outright. However, Ali nodded and said, Thats right, theres a chance. We dont have a sniper so if you guys are willing to join, thatd be great.

Where are you guys planning to go?

We wanna go Tripoli, Benghazis a total goner. Most of the government troops have gone to the Resistances side and we received orders this morning that all mercs are to go to Tripoli. It seems like theyre setting up a huge merc corp, but were not sure about the price. Do you guys know anything?

Gao Yang shook his head and said, We dont know either.

Ali pursed his lips to the side and said, Gaddafis having bad days. I thought he would be paying lots, so we followed the retreating team of cars. If not, wed have stayed in Benghazi and accepted the Resistances hire.

Hearing Alis words, Gao Yang felt completely relaxed and exhaled softly. Mistakes would be made more with too many a word was what Gao Yang thought. He didnt dare to speak too much since he was afraid that hed reveal himself somewhat that he wasnt on the governments side. But after hearing what Ali said, it was no wonder why he didnt ask around. They didnt care. Zero f*cks given.

Gao Yang grinned and replied, Yeah, I think the governments price would surely be higher than the Resistances. Its correct to go to Tripoli.

After saying all that, Gao Yang felt very weird. He first fought the government troops for the mercs, then he went and fought the Resistance. Now it seemed like he was going to join the governments side. This war was one real mess.

Seeing that Grolev was unconscious again, even though he was told that Grolev could last longer, Gao Yangs heart tightened again.

Tribo took off his jacket and covered Grolev. He then asked Gao Yang worriedly, Bro Yang, what did they say about that old Ruski? And where are they going?

Gao Yang realized that he hadnt told Tribo about the situation. He repeated Alis words to Tribo. Tribo nodded and said, Good. Seems like our lucks not bad, and Ruskisnot destined to die. Except for Benghazi, only Tripoli has larger hospitals.However Libyan hospital standards dont seem that great. Are the doctors here ok?

Gao Yang turned and asked Ali, Youre familiar with Tripoli. Do you know which hospital has good doctors?

Ali shook his head and said, I dont know. I aint familiar with Libya, I dont even know where Tripoli is. I got word that wed reach Tripoli by nightfall. When we get off this car I can help you ask. Hmm, you interested in our suggestion? If you intend to continue battling, we can request to be teamed together.

Gao Yang had an apologetic look on his face. He replied, Im really sorry, we gotta take care of him. Short term isnt possible, but if were gonna fight, wed be sure to join you guys.

Ali smiled brilliantly and showed a mouth full of white teeth [1]. He replied, Thats great, we really wish for a sniper to join us. If you agree to be with us thatd be really good!

Gao Yang didnt have the mood to talk to Ali. Its because they would only arrive at night. Grolev didnt seem like hed be able to last until then.

Hesitating, Gao Yang took the satellite phone from his D3 (backpack) and dialed the number Morgan had left him. When the call got through, there was a strangers voice.

Hello, whos this?

Hi, Im Yang, Mr. Morgan asked me to call this number.

There was a moment of silence and the voice sank. Mr. Morgan told me before to help you in the best of my abilities. Tell me what you need from me, but Im at Tripoli right now. Highly possible that I cant make it to Benghazi.

Great, Im on my way to Tripoli. You see, one of our guys was shot in the abdomen, a heavy casualty.

Got it, I will arrange for it. Where are you guys, and how long until your arrival?

Weve just left Benghazi for some distance, not a lot. Were in a truck, estimated to arrive roughly around nightfall. Do you have a way to speed us up? Im afraid my friend cant last much longer.

After a momentary silence, the persons voice came up again, Get off atAjdabiya, therell be a car waiting there for you. The car will be there after one hour max. You guys board it and they will bring you guys to the airport to fly to Tripoli. Ill fetch you at the airport. Ill call you back in ten minutes to give you the meeting place.

Gao Yang logily hanged up. He smiled at Tribo and said, Youre really right you stupid jinx m*therf*cker, its really a near miss this time. Mr. Morgans gelivable[2], man! Old Ruskis got hope!

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