Charlie knew from the outset that concealing the clues of the nearby anti-aircraft guns would be no easy feat. So he cunningly instructed Wesley to stir up trouble and placed all the clues on Blackwater’s figurative platter. Now, inexplicably, top-level Blackwater executives in the Middle East are disappearing one after another. It’s clear that someone is tracking them through the telltale signs left behind by the anti-defense guns. Wesley approached Charlie with an air of respect and said, “Mr. Wade, our intel indicates that although senior Blackwater executives have gone missing, there’s no evidence of a base infiltration. Rather, these individuals are targeted and taken out when they venture outside. It seems the Warriors Den has learned its lesson and no longer dares to infiltrate a modern military base.” Charlie nodded sagely and flashed a smile. “It’s a good thing to have a rat-proof weapon in our arsenal. Close-in anti-aircraft guns might stop them once, but it won’t be enough to deter them a second time. As long as they’re apprehensive, it’s a win for us. If we ever engage in an all-out war, they’ll think twice before recklessly attacking your Syrian base.” Wesley clasped his hands and spoke with conviction. “Mr. Wade, I will make arrangements to have the entire close-in artillery defense system transported to Syria. When they come here, we’ll make sure to take out as many as possible!” Charlie grinned, seemingly amused. “Do you think our enemies are fools? The late Marshal in Cyprus lost his life because he lacked a sense of danger. If we examine their current tactics against the Blackwater Group, it’s clear they’re no longer intimidated by fortified structures. If they ever set their sights on the Dragon Temple, they won’t launch a frontal attack. Instead, they’ll wait for our high-level executives to venture outside the base and pounce at the right moment. It’s not like you can lug a close-in defense gun around on your errands, can you?”
Wesley nodded with deference. “I understand your point, Mr. Wade. For now, they haven’t targeted the Dragon Temple. But once they realize there are no gains to be had from the Blackwater Company, they’ll turn their attention to us. Even if they do set their sights on us, they’ll have to jump through a lot of hoops before they can get to the top.” Charlie flashed a sly grin. “The constant attacks will surely keep them on edge. With the loss of a garrison of soldiers and one of their four marshals, I reckon everyone else will be lying low for a while.” Wesley interjected hastily. “Mr. Wade, I have more intel that I haven’t had a chance to share. Two days ago, the airline registered in Singapore recalled all their planes from other countries and regions for routine maintenance upon arrival in Singapore. They’ve even ordered several new engines from General Electric to replace the old ones. But ordering and replacing aircraft engines is a lengthy process.” “Each plane’s maintenance is scheduled one after the other, so it’s unlikely they’ll have any flights during this period. It aligns with your prediction that they’ll enter a state of dormancy.” Charlie nodded nonchalantly. “Grounding their planes means no more missions from the station of the dead soldiers. It seems that the death of the marshal really made them very nervous. It seems that you don’t have to worry too much about the Warriors Den in the future.”