Chapter 854 - 798: Proxy War
The people of the Sinaloa Group probably can't fathom that a guy used by Mountain Eagle to embarrass them would end up being a part of the agent war.
Tiago merely had a conversation with General Sid and hasn't decided whether to cooperate, so he doesn't fully understand Mountain Eagle's intentions...
And now, Mountain Eagle not only wants him to 'eliminate the family,' but also to charge at the forefront against the Sinaloa Group.
How could he dare to do such a thing?
Initially, he thought Mountain Eagle just wanted to use his understanding of the Sinaloa Group to plan and execute more revenge schemes.
As a captive, of course, he doesn't feel pressured in that regard. If the Sinaloa Group doesn't find a way to rescue him, it's only natural he wouldn't withstand the interrogation.
But turning the gun on them and becoming a traitor, that's a different concept entirely.
Now what's beyond his imagination is Mountain Eagle wanting not only to elevate him to be the boss, leading the charge against the Sinaloa Group to contest territories, but also demanding the initial military funds to come from the exposed secret money vault of the Sinaloa Group.
If this were a script, even Disney wouldn't dare shoot it like this...
Tiago couldn't fathom the crazy extent of this plan, even if he were to think until his brain exploded...
The first step, to seize that secret money vault, is a mission impossible!
Tiago, as the henchman in charge for the Sinaloa Group, is most aware of the security measures in such places.
It's not just a gunman issue; in fact, in the remote areas surrounding the vault, almost everyone is in service to the Sinaloa Group—this everybody includes local farmers, government officials, and law enforcement members.
Attempting to attack there is akin to plunging a hand into the oil pot!
Even if a breach is successful, there's no way to get the money out alive through the Sinaloa Group territories!
Mountain Eagle looked at Tiago's ashen face and shook his head disdainfully…
However, persuading Tiago to agree wasn't his task; as the big boss, he didn't need to discuss detailed matters with someone like Tiago…
This guy has no bargaining chips; their only option is cooperation, or face death, either in battle against the Sinaloa Group or at General Sid's hands...
No need for complex methods; install General Sid's drug system in him, then arrange high-intensity adaptation training for him in the upcoming month, letting him regain his military status while also inducing drug dependency in his body.
General Sid's drug isn't poison; cessation won't kill, but bodily functions will rapidly deteriorate, manifesting symptoms like heart disease, cerebral hemorrhage, pulmonary embolism, etc...
Short-term drug use won't result in death as long as medical care is adequate, but those who lick blood off the blade, once their physical functions peak, will be incapable of facing rapid bodily decay.
On top of having General Sid arrange 'deeply poisoned' drug bottle warriors by his side, the only path for this guy is to go to the end for survival.
As for how Daria and Kate discuss details, Mountain Eagle couldn't care less, because once Kate led the Bangkok Group into the picture, the official issues at the Brown Bear Camp were resolved, leaving only how much Mountain Eagle stands to gain.
In fact, Mountain Eagle's initial idea was to have Seal and his buddies put in some effort...
Can't steal money, but surely can burn it?
Arctic Fox and the others once raided a gang's money vault in Los Angeles; carrying away as much is secondary, but crucially, they must incinerate all the money to inflict massive losses on the enemy!
But now things are a bit different. The Bangkok Group has emerged, and Mountain Eagle wants to leverage their energy to tailor a scheme that could lure 'Shorty Guzman' into showing up.
If a competitor suddenly appeared in the core region of Sinaloa, and this competitor was once a member serving Sinaloa...
Once the Group's losses reach a certain level, 'Shorty Guzman' will certainly appear to motivate the Group, perhaps even proactively negotiate with Tiago.
After all, regarding the issue of 'redeeming,' the Sinaloa Group owes Tiago an explanation!
Actually, Mountain Eagle's asking isn't much; outside of the 'relief funds,' granting One hundred million dollars would make him willing to release.
Although everyone knows this is an 'impossible number,' do you not think Tiago has been wronged?
Now, the key concern isn't the robbery of the money vault that troubles Tiago; the crux lies in fabricating a logical escape scheme for him, whilst making his actions appear justified.
Once these two conditions are met, the local kingpin returning home with copious cash will certainly rally a fearless armed force to confront Sinaloa.
Compared to the Sinaloa Group, this old-style drug trafficking group mainly employs political and commercial collusion methods, along with internal federated multi-point operations, establishing the 'impossible to disassemble' reputation...
The development of Mexico's new drug trafficking groups is nearly all initiated with unrestrained violence.
'Los Zetas' and 'Helix New Generation' are the most successful representatives among them...
Of course, there's also indulgence from the United States!
Back then, members of Helix New Generation drove into a small town on the Texas border, shooting at the town's police station, causing panic among town residents day and night. This matter eventually ended with more than a dozen arrests within the United States.
Quite frankly, this is a balance strategy the United States thought of when finding it hard to control the Mexican situation.
By indulging the development of violent organizations, they inevitably squeeze the traditional drug group's survival space, complementing this with strikes to severely damage them.
The Gulf Group once lived infinitely gloriously, yet now they face severe territorial shrinkage due to successive blows paired with conflict with Los Zetas.
Mountain Eagle also contributed to this cause in Los Angeles!
Now, it's the Sinaloa Group's turn!
However, before everything begins, 'Tiago's entire family dies' is the precondition for all actions!
Daria saw Mountain Eagle leave the main seat, carrying the materials from El Salvador, and walked to the lounge chair on the balcony to read carefully...
Although she didn't know why the boss went outside to read materials in more than minus forty degrees, Daria still took over the baton handed by the boss and roughly described the details of the operation...
As soon as she started talking, Tiago shook his head like a rattle...
"NO, NO, NO, my family has nothing to do with this, you can't hurt them...
Why don't you just kill me, otherwise I absolutely won't cooperate with you!"
As Tiago spoke, he looked through the floor-to-ceiling window at Mountain Eagle entering work mode on the balcony, suppressing his anger as he said, "I have already paid the 'rescue fee,' you promised reasonable treatment.
I haven't caused any trouble for you, but you are trying to..."
*Bang*
Daria impatiently pulled out a gun and slapped it on the table, frightening everyone present...
'Sealion' even cocked the rifle, unlocking it, and stared aggressively at Tiago.
Daria looked coldly at Tiago and said in a deep voice: "Are you even listening to me seriously?
If your family doesn't die, what reason do you have to betray the Sinaloa Group?
Without enough accumulated hatred, you will be labeled as a 'traitor' and 'spy' the moment you show up; how will you survive in such circumstances?"
Saying this, Daria glanced at Kate, then stared into Tiago's eyes, saying in a deep voice: "'Death' has many forms, you should know better than me.
Create a massacre scene, then spread it through news broadcasts, arrange for your family to go to a safe place; you might even secure immunity in the United States for your family, allowing them to live peacefully.
If you still don't agree, then you're worthless...
How long do you think your family is willing to pay for your prison costs?
You can now use the extra fees your family paid to buy cans to win over your followers, but what happens when you run out of money?
How will those Central American pawns, you tricked onto the pirate ship using fraudulent means, deal with you?
Brown Bear Camp is merely the first stop in your captive journey; soon you will be transferred to the sea prison.
There won't be a kind chef like our boss, nor negligent prison guards there..."
Tiago grinned, revealing a few gold teeth, shaking his head and saying, "NO, you won't find my family now; once I agree to this plan, my family falls into your hands.
I know whether I agree or not, ultimately, I probably won't survive!
Why should I betray my family; they're innocent..."
Daria looked at the somewhat hysterical Tiago, and shook her head slightly, saying, "Sir, do you know why we require hostages' families to deposit the 'rescue fee' into a designated account?
The anti-detection awareness among the families of high-ranking crime syndicate members is generally fair, but those little tricks like remitting through other people can't cope with systematic investigation.
We spent just $5000 to get the account and name of those who paid for you, and it was easy to find a family in Fort Myers, Florida by tracing the source of funds.
Moreover, I can tell you, your daughter couldn't resist contacting friends after moving there.
Not only have we found them, but the Sinaloa Group has also located them...
Sinaloa Group has lost several quite important figures in the past month..."
Saying this, Daria glanced at Kate, who kept frowning silently, then looked with mocking eyes at the desperate Tiago, and said: "Our boss's initial plan was to raid those secret money vaults you revealed and then burn all the money...
If you don't agree to cooperate, our boss's plan will continue; guess what the Sinaloa Group will do in response?
Will they send people to fight us amidst Alaska's icy wilderness?
Or will they seek the families of those who betrayed them, dismember them to vent frustration?
You've done this before; you know better than me!"
Tiago is not an extraordinarily intelligent person, but the several indications with Daria's eye movements while she spoke made the meaning sufficiently clear...
As a hostage, he certainly cannot secure the safety of his family in the United States, but Kate across from Daria could.
If he wants his family to fake death and escape, there needs to be cooperation from someone within the United States!
Tiago's gaze wandered between Daria and Kate several times, then he suppressed his anger and excitement, saying in a deep voice: "I demand new identities for my family and have them live in a safe place designated by me..."
Upon hearing the request, Kate shook her head and said: "Arranging new identities is no issue, putting them in the witness protection plan is also feasible, I could even find a way to provide this guy with some support..."
Saying this, Kate looked at Daria curiously and said: "But what about afterward?
He breaks out and returns to his hometown, to find out his family was killed by the Sinaloa Group, turning into a madman, robbing money vaults and waging war against his old employer?
Doing so, besides dying miserably, I don't see anything beneficial for me?"