Chapter 1088 - 1086: Lin Chuan's Request
But it was too late; the entire Al-Qaeda base had turned into a sea of fire.
"It seems that the Americans have really gone all out, even using the military to attack us." Amu Han, hiding in the underground bunker within the Al-Qaeda base, said to several key members of the organization, "Quickly get everyone into the bunker, and wait for their ground assault."
After a round of intense artillery fire, Al-Qaeda's headquarters was basically reduced to ruins, and Lin Chuan ordered all personnel to begin ground attacks.
Slyx led more than three hundred American soldiers to assault from the front, facing almost no resistance as they smoothly reached the base, and it was the same situation on Lin Chuan's side.
Inside the base, there were ruins everywhere, and the remnants of the base members killed by explosions were scattered all around, making the scene appear tragic. Such is war, always cruel.
Although they encountered strong resistance from Amu Han inside the base, their equipment was simply not on the same level as these American soldiers. In less than two hours, they had basically taken over the entire Al-Qaeda base.
Though they occupied the entire base, there was no sign of Amu Han. Lin Chuan knew that these people must have built an underground bunker system within the base. The perimeter was heavily surrounded by Shrek's forces, making it difficult for Amu Han to escape. He could only be hiding in these underground bunkers.
After clearing the ground, Lin Chuan specifically interrogated some base members and found the entrance to the underground bunker, and everyone concentrated their efforts on attacking it.
In less than half an hour, the underground bunker was breached, and Amu Han, along with all the main members of the base, were captured.
"Amu Han, we meet again." As Amu Han was escorted out of the bunker by several assault team members, Lin Chuan stood by the entrance and said to Amu Han.
"Lin Chuan, I never expected it to be you." Amu Han said angrily, glaring at Lin Chuan, "I really underestimated you, but don't get complacent, we will settle this with you."
Lin Chuan smiled coldly and said, "Amu Han, you brought this upon yourself. If you hadn't been so aggressive, this wouldn't have been the result."
In this assault operation, the United States lost three soldiers, with five wounded, while on Amu Han's side, after clearing, over two hundred were killed, and one hundred and two were captured. These people, under Everson's command, were temporarily guarded by the U.S. army stationed in Iraq. Meanwhile, Amu Han and several key members were secretly flown to Washington prison in the United States.
After enjoying the thrill of being a commander, Lin Chuan also followed along to Washington, where Everson personally received him.
"Lin Chuan, I really must thank you this time. Whatever condition you have, just let me know, and I'll meet it as much as I can," Everson, having resolved the trouble of Amu Han, seemed very pleased.
Lin Chuan smiled and said, "Director, I'm just returning a favor to you, so now we're even. However, I do have two small requests, which I hope you can agree to."
Everson asked, "What requests?"
Lin Chuan said, "First, I hope the CIA can help me find Gu Qing from the Sanhe Gang, and second, I would like to borrow those assault team members who accompanied me to Iraq for two days."
Gu Qing is the murderer who killed Mu Bai, and Lin Chuan has been preoccupied with this. As for borrowing those assault team members, he actually intends to take them to Japan's Fukuoka to resolve the trouble over there.
The Triads and Shanye Group pose a significant threat to the Fukuoka Fishery. Only by completely eliminating them can Lin Chuan fully concentrate on finding Queen Elizabeth's youngest daughter, Manler.
Everson pondered for a moment and said, "Lin Chuan, can you tell me what you're planning to do with these people?"
After all, these people are members of the Sea Lion Assault Team. Even though Everson is the CIA director, he doesn't dare to make decisions on his own regarding this matter.
Lin Chuan said, "I won't hide it from you, Director. Actually, I want to borrow these people to make a trip to Japan. As you probably know, our Sichuan University Group has a fishery in Fukuoka, Japan, which is frequently harassed by some gangs."
Lin Chuan's intention was clear; he wanted to use these people to deal with the gangs.
Everson was somewhat dizzy, but he said, "It happens that Mr. President wants to meet you, so you'd better discuss this with the President."
Everson, being the old fox he is, didn't dare agree to Lin Chuan's request, as there were too many implications, hence he deftly passed the responsibility to President Omama.
Lin Chuan, understanding Everson's intention, smiled and said, "Alright, but please assist with finding Gu Qing, Director."
Everson smiled and said, "Lin Chuan, you can count on me for this."
In the White House President's office, Omama received Lin Chuan, who came along with Everson.
"Lin Chuan, I really want to thank you for helping us with such a big issue." Upon meeting, Omama beamed, shaking Lin Chuan's hand appreciatively.
"Mr. President, this isn't really my credit; it's Director Everson's excellent command. I just helped a bit." Lin Chuan said modestly.
Standing by, Everson felt internally gratified upon hearing Lin Chuan's words. Indeed, Lin Chuan wasn't bad; he'd have to thank him properly in the future.
Omama, with a gleam of appreciation in his eyes, said, "Lin Chuan, you've done several things for us in a row. I truly don't know how to reward you."
Lin Chuan smiled and said, "Mr. President, I don't want any reward, but I have a request that I hope you can agree to."
Before Omama could speak, Everson said, "Your Excellency, Lin Chuan hopes to borrow the assault team members who went with him to Iraq for two days."
Omama was stunned for a moment and said, "This..."
Lin Chuan said, "Mr. President, I am borrowing these people mainly to handle some personal matters, and I absolutely won't do anything that crosses the line."
Omama lowered his head and pondered for a moment before saying, "Alright, I agree, but just to be clear, during the time these people are with you, it's considered your personal action and has nothing to do with our U.S. government."
Lin Chuan said, "Rest assured, Mr. President, I understand."
Leaving the White House, Lin Chuan immediately notified Zhou Kai in Fukuoka, Japan, telling him he would be there tomorrow.
Slyx was unwilling to follow Lin Chuan to Japan, and Lin Chuan didn't force him. He found a Chinese restaurant and treated Slyx and all the assault team members to a meal.
After eating, Lin Chuan visited Huang Bo and Taozi, learning that Huang Bo and Xiao Feng had set their wedding date. He happily said, "Great, you two are the first in our Jvyi Gang brothers to get married. We should make it grand. I suggest you return to Jiangbei City to get married, and we can have a big gathering with the whole Jvyi Gang."
Huang Bo and Xiao Feng naturally agreed and discussed further with Lin Chuan, eventually deciding to set the wedding date for the 25th at the end of this month.
With half a month left before the end of the month, Lin Chuan figured his trip to Japan would only take a few days, and he would have time to help prepare for the wedding upon returning to Jiangbei City.
When Huang Bo and Taozi heard that Lin Chuan was going to Japan, they both eagerly wanted to follow, but Lin Chuan didn't agree and told them to focus on their work.
The next day, Lin Chuan led the assault team members, already changed into civilian clothes, onto a plane bound for Japan.
After a flight of more than ten hours, they arrived at Fukuoka Airport in Japan, where Zhou Kai and a group of Jvyi Gang brothers were already waiting for them.
Zhou Kai glanced at the assault team members with Lin Chuan and quietly asked Lin Chuan, "Brother Chuan, these people you brought look like experts. Who are they exactly?"
Lin Chuan smiled and whispered a few words in Zhou Kai's ear.
Zhou Kai immediately looked at Lin Chuan with an expression of surprise, never having imagined that the people Lin Chuan brought were members of the Sea Lion Assault Team.
The Sea Lion Assault Team is a very famous special forces unit in the world. To have these people working for Lin Chuan, he must have significant connections and skills.
Returning to the fishery, Zhou Kai quickly arranged accommodations for the assault team members and then accompanied Lin Chuan to the hospital to visit Lu Dapao.
At this time, Lu Dapao was already able to walk. Seeing Lin Chuan, he happily jumped off the bed and embraced Lin Chuan.
Lin Chuan pushed him away and said, "Da Pao, you've recovered quickly, haven't you?"
Standing aside, Zhou Kai laughed and said, "Brother Chuan, this guy recently hit it off with a Japanese woman, a nurse at this hospital. Do you want him to introduce her to you?"
Lin Chuan looked at Lu Dapao with a surprised expression and punched him in the chest, saying, "Alright, Da Pao, hurry up and bring her here, let me see."
Lu Dapao replied somewhat awkwardly, "Brother Chuan, don't listen to Kai's nonsense, we just get along."
"Oh, oh, oh." Zhou Kai made a face and said to Lu Dapao, "Now you're being modest. Yesterday, didn't you tell me you've already won her over?"
As they spoke, the door opened, and a nurse in a white coat entered.
The nurse was not very tall, quite pretty, and had a decent figure. As soon as Zhou Kai saw the nurse, he whispered in Lin Chuan's ear, "Brother Chuan, that's the nurse."
Lin Chuan paused and scrutinized the nurse.
The nurse also glanced at Lin Chuan and then said to Lu Dapao, "Didn't I tell you? Your body isn't fully recovered, you shouldn't be out of bed casually. Why don't you listen?"
Lu Dapao appeared somewhat embarrassed, chuckled dryly, and said, "Keiko, let me introduce you. This is Lin Chuan, my boss and good buddy."
Keiko looked Lin Chuan up and down and said, "So you are Lin Chuan. No wonder you look familiar. Alright, you all go out first. I need to change his dressing."
Lin Chuan and Zhou Kai were momentarily stunned, not expecting Keiko to completely disregard them. They both gave Lu Dapao a look before turning and leaving the ward.