Tomb Raider: I Am Hu Bayi's Cousin

Chapter 358 A selling price of three million!
"Want to know?"

"think!"

"That is the end of the world, the origin of human civilization, the final resting place where all delusions vanish..."

"For specifics, you should ask the young man. The Zhang family is the legitimate guardian of the Bronze Gate; you need his permission to know anything about what's inside."

Hu Ming spread his hands and said.

"..."

Wu Xie's face darkened.

Damn it, if Wu Xie could get even a shred of information from Xiao Ge, would he have bothered coming all the way to Hu Ming to ask?
Even if he did find the guy, let's not even talk about whether he could actually find him.
The guy will most likely give him a cold look and then turn his back on him.

If the guy doesn't want to talk, getting anything out of him is as difficult as climbing to heaven!
"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore. So, now that you have this address, what are your plans?"

Finally, Hu Ming asked casually.

"What else can we do but go to Qinghai Province?"

"No, not tomorrow! I'm going to the airport now!"

"Knowing your nature, you'll probably tell my third uncle right away. If he finds out, he'll shut me down."

Wu Xie brandished the keys and note in his hand and said warily.

"...Ouch, nephew, how could you look at me like that? Honestly, you've broken my heart!"

Hu Ming grinned.

And you know what? He guessed right.

Hu Ming actually had that idea: after Wu Xie left, he would call Wu Sansheng and trick Wu Xie.

unfortunately
Wu Xie has become quite shrewd.

Jingle Bell.
No sooner had Wu Xie left than Hu Ming called.

This is an unfamiliar, unknown phone number!

Looking at his constantly ringing phone, Hu Ming's lips curled up slightly.

Although Hu Ming didn't recognize the number, he had a rough idea of ​​who was calling.

At this point in time, coupled with Wu Sansheng's previous instructions, it's definitely A Ning!
The people of Qiudekao have already begun their operation, gathering more skilled individuals to prepare for the trip to the Snake Swamp Ghost City.

It's worth noting that in their previous collaborations, Wu Sansheng had really screwed over Qiu Dekao.

They gained nothing but trouble.

Now, this is a critical moment, and it is Qiu Dekao's last hope.

He probably clearly realized that professional matters should be left to professionals.

When it comes to working in the fields, we still need to find professionals like Hu Ming to help!
However, he never expected that Wu Sansheng had already contacted the professionals he was looking for.

In short, Wu Sansheng once again spent a lot of money to recruit lamas. He had already made arrangements with the skilled men they had recruited.

These people were actually spies in the past.

Qiu Dekao's understanding of interpersonal relationships in China was somewhat flawed; he thought that he could poach these people by offering them large sums of money.

But tomb raiding is a dangerous job, and those who do it are more willing to trust familiar people than money!
Although Wu Sansheng is a trap.

"Hu Ming, I have a job for you, I wonder if you'd be interested?"

Sure enough, when the call connected, Ah Ning's signature voice came through. "I know you have a good relationship with Wu Sansheng, but ultimately, you're an independent professional tomb raider. I don't know how much Wu Sansheng paid you to go underground before..."

"But please trust in our company's capabilities. No matter how much Wu Sansheng gave you, I will give you double!"
Before Hu Ming could speak, A Ning on the other end had already rattled off a whole bunch of things.

"Wait a minute, wait a minute, speak slowly, no rush. First, tell me what you need me to do?"

"Let me make this clear first, I'm a law-abiding citizen, I won't do anything like murder or arson!"

Hu Ming knew the truth perfectly well, but he pretended to be confused.

"A law-abiding citizen?"

The voice on the other end paused, then fell silent.

Is it because A-Ning is unfamiliar with Chinese law?
Since when have tomb raiders dared to call themselves law-abiding citizens?
"I won't waste any more words, we need to go to Tamutuo! We need the help of professionals like you."

"Also, one of your friends has accepted our invitation. You might want to consider it. As far as I know, your relationship with Wu Sansheng isn't that close."

"As for the payment... you can name your price, I can make the decision. As long as it's not too outrageous, I can agree to it."

After a long while, Ah Ning composed herself and adopted a businesslike demeanor.

"Tamu...my friend?"

"Okay, no problem. As for the payment, it's a flat rate of three million. How about that? Personally, I think I'm worth that price!"

Hu Ming's lips curled slightly, and he readily agreed.

There was nothing to hesitate about in this matter, since it had been planned long ago.

As for friends, it's definitely the younger brother...

If you think about it carefully, it's been almost ten years since we last saw it, hasn't it?
"Three hundred. Good! Hu Ming, you are indeed worth this price. I will have one million transferred to your account immediately as a deposit."

"As for the remaining two million, as long as you help us find what we want, we'll hand it over immediately!"

……

Without much hesitation, Ah Ning readily agreed.

These days, three million is indeed not a small amount.

But as Hu Ming said, he is a professional among professionals, and he is worth the price!
Besides, Qiu Dekao is a fool with too much money!
Furthermore, given that his health is deteriorating day by day, he would be willing to spend any amount of money to buy eternal life.

"Tsk, I feel like I didn't ask for enough. I have a feeling they would agree to double the price?"

After hanging up the phone, Hu Ming clicked his tongue in amazement.

"Of course. With your status and strength, Second Master, three million is indeed a bit too little to ask you to help."

Hongxia agreed wholeheartedly.

Not to mention the second master of the Hong family! Even before Hu Ming became the second master, his status was worth more than this!
"Oh well, what's done is done, there's no point in going back on my word."

"Hongxia, have someone prepare equipment and supplies for me, including targeted equipment and supplies for the Gobi Desert and the tropical rainforest. I'll be setting off immediately."

Hu Ming smiled and shook his head. Money was secondary for this trip.

However, it must be said that having someone to help with some trivial matters is indeed much more convenient.

Hongxia nodded and said, "Gobi Desert, tropical rainforest, I understand. Second Master, get everything ready within half an hour!"

Although she didn't know why the prepared supplies were so extreme, she wisely didn't ask and instead went down to find someone to prepare the equipment.

(End of this chapter)