Rejecting Qinghua Baoyan, I became a military officer

Just as the two were talking, the bodyguards around the pool finally reacted, shouting and rushing over with their guns drawn.

"Put away your weapons, this is my friend, my best friend!"

Smug put away his smile, glanced indifferently at the bodyguards who had surrounded him, then smiled again and pointed to Xu Ye beside him, introducing him.

Although, the moment Xu Ye revealed his identity, Shadama had already accepted the bodyguards' "dereliction of duty".

However, this does not mean that Sadam is not disappointed.

I knew there was a gap, but I didn't expect it to be so huge. Xu Ye was practically invincible.

Of course, Shadak only glanced at them and didn't criticize them.

Things are different now. Shadam is now a tiger fallen into the plains, without his former power, and it's impossible for him to simply replace all these people.

Besides, even though their abilities might be lacking, their loyalty and other qualities are guaranteed, having stayed with us until now and brought us to Moscow.

To put it another way, comparing them to Xu Ye is really putting them in a difficult position.

Saddam Hussein had firsthand experience of Xu Ye's true strength. He was able to bring Xu Ye safely to Moscow despite the heavy blockade imposed by the American army. How could his bodyguards compare to such strength?
If I had really relied on them, I might already be in a water prison in America.

President of a country?

Ha, does America even care?
If they really cared, they wouldn't have launched a war so brazenly.

Weapons of mass destruction?
Does Saddam Hussein not know whether he does or not?
Shadak only regretted that he didn't have any; if he did, he would definitely use them without hesitation.

It's not that I didn't consult Da Mao, but in the end, Da Mao didn't dare to sell it to me.

Airplanes, tanks, anti-aircraft missiles... these weapons are sold, and the US can't really do anything about it. At most, they can only issue verbal protests and impose some additional sanctions.

However, if Russia were to actually sell those weapons, it wouldn't just be facing a beautiful country anymore.

The Russian is very clear-headed about what money can be earned and what money cannot be earned.

Unfortunately, there are no more than three countries in the world that could withstand an attack from the US military with conventional weapons, and Iraq is definitely not among them.

It was lucky enough that we arrived in Moscow unscathed, all thanks to Xu Ye!

That's why Saddam Hussein spent three hundred million US dollars to invite Xu Ye; this was Saddam Hussein's truest thought.

If we could win Xu Ye over during this process, that would be even better.

Well, Shadak still hasn't given up.

Yes, being alive is the most important thing.

As for selling out China, in Shadak's view, that was just a side effect.

After all, Shadama, as the head of state and former head of state of the Dragon Kingdom, is very clear about the country's development strategy.

Everything is geared towards economic development; other aspects are tolerated and compromised as long as they do not involve core interests.

In the past, Saddam Hussein looked down on this strategy.

After being thoroughly outmaneuvered by the American army and arriving in Moscow, Saddam Hussein finally realized: "That's real skill!"
He felt comfortable and happy at the time, but he ended up ruining his own and his family's power and wealth.

It's impossible to say I don't regret it.

But time cannot be turned back.

To maintain the current situation, Saddam Hussein racked his brains and could only resort to his most effective tactic: "spending money like water"!
Saddam Hussein didn't want to see people die before the money was all spent...

I don't ask for much substantial help from the Dragon Kingdom; I only ask that if something really happens, the Dragon Kingdom can make some fair statements.

Besides, Xu Ye has already arrived, hasn't he?
That's enough!
See, Xu Ye's arrival has brought me quite a surprise, hasn't it?
Although, it was also a bit of a shock!

But Shadak still likes it a little more.

This time it was thanks to Xu Ye; if it had been someone else, I would most likely be finished by now.

Three hundred million dollars, that's totally worth it!

The bodyguards who had surrounded him, upon hearing Shadama's words and seeing that he didn't seem to have been kidnapped, exchanged bewildered glances.

"What are you all standing there for? Point your guns!"

Seeing this, Shadama felt a little embarrassed and said with slight anger.

"Yes, sir!"

The head of the bodyguards realized what was happening and waved his hand, signaling his men to put their guns away.

However, although the guns were put away, most people looked at Xu Ye with some hostility in their eyes!
It's very simple. Xu Ye's behavior just now was the biggest dereliction of duty for them as bodyguards.

If Xu Ye really is an assassin, then the operation just now was undoubtedly a great success.

In comparison, they were a complete failure.

However, in contrast, the bodyguard leader, Aziz, looked at Xu Ye thoughtfully.

To become the head of the bodyguards, Aziz undoubtedly enjoyed the deep trust of Saddam Hussein, especially after his boss Muhammad sacrificed himself in the country. Aziz became the head of the bodyguard team and naturally learned about Xu Ye from Saddam.

"Hello everyone, you can call me Salman!"

After they put their guns away, Xu Ye turned slightly to the side and raised his hand to greet them.

Salman is the Arabic name Xu Ye gave himself for this operation.

The reason for choosing this name was mainly due to Xu Ye's quirky sense of humor.

In later generations, anyone with even a basic understanding of international politics will know who Salman is.

That's absolutely ruthless!

Why do you say that?

It's very simple. This person, as Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the State of Sat, launched a large-scale anti-corruption campaign in the country.

In China, at the end of the Ming Dynasty, after Li Zicheng captured the capital, he carried out the infamous "torture"!
Faced with Emperor Chongzhen's proposal to donate money, the civil and military officials, princes and nobles who had all cried poverty, directly contributed 70 million taels of silver under Li Zicheng's torture!
The Records of the Pacification of Bandits states that the Da Shun army obtained approximately 30% of its gold from noble families, 30% from eunuchs, 20% from officials, and 20% from merchants, totaling 70 million taels.

Salman, much like Li Zicheng, arrested 381 people, including 11 princes and several current and former ministers.

Those involved in the case are under house arrest at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Riyadh, and assets worth up to $1070 billion have been recovered.

That amount is actually higher than the GDP of most countries in the world.

However, Xu Ye knew that this was only a portion, not all, of those people's wealth.

As a major player, Satna, who is closely associated with the United States, is far wealthier than Iraq.

However, while these major powers outwardly have to be pro-American, they also have their own agendas behind the scenes.

For example, during the recent Iraq War, wealthy individuals secretly provided Saddam Hussein with a considerable amount of funding.

Xu Ye had a favorable impression of the wealthy families because of their connection with the Dragon Kingdom.

So, he simply gave himself this Arabic name.

Of course, Xu Ye had another intention in choosing this name: in terms of wealth, he hoped that one day the wealth he secretly controlled could rival it.

Exceed?

If he were to focus solely on business, Xu Ye was confident that even with control of the wealth of the entire nation of Sardinia, he would remain unchallenged. However, it was impossible for Xu Ye to actually venture into business.

The wealth that he now secretly controls is merely the product of chance.

"Hello, I am Aziz, the head of security for the gentleman. I've heard of you from him before, it's a pleasure to meet you!"

Aziz, who had already guessed Xu Ye's identity, felt no resentment at Xu Ye's friendliness and responded with a smile.

A few minutes later, Xu Ye and Sha Damu were lying on lounge chairs by the pool, chatting and laughing.

The bodyguards, including Aziz, all kept their distance.

Salman, Happy Chinese New Year!

Turning to look at Xu Ye, Shadama said the last four words, "Happy Chinese New Year," in somewhat broken Chinese.

This alone is enough to show how much Shadamu values ​​Xu Ye.

"Thank you, sir!"

Xu Ye, feigning surprise, smiled and said, "Your Chinese is very standard!"

This isn't a compliment. Shadak's Chinese was just not very fluent, not mispronounced. Any Chinese person could understand it.

Is it a bit late to offer this blessing now?
It's not too late at all!

In China, there's an old saying that the New Year isn't truly over until after the first month of the lunar calendar, let alone now that it's only the fifteenth.

If we're being a bit more festive, the best blessing would be "Happy Lantern Festival!"
However, for Shadama, being able to say "Happy Chinese New Year" is already quite good, so we shouldn't be too demanding.

"Thank you, really?"

"I'm learning Chinese now, and I've even found a Chinese teacher!"

Shadama said with some surprise.

It's clear that he wasn't faking it.

As for why he suddenly wanted to learn Chinese, Xu Ye knew it was most likely because of his own reasons.

In addition, after going into exile in Russia, Shadak suddenly had a lot more free time and had to find something to do to pass the time.

"Sir, we in the Dragon Kingdom have a famous saying, 'One is never too old to learn,' you are truly remarkable!" Xu Ye complimented again.

It has to be said that someone who can become the head of state of a country and lead the country for so many years, and even withstand two severe setbacks from the United States, is definitely a true talent.

After chatting for a while, Shadak took the initiative to steer the conversation toward serious matters.

"Have you finalized the details about the plane?" Shadama asked casually.

It was as if, to Saddam Hussein, something worth three hundred million dollars was like an ordinary person spending three dollars.

Xu Ye also felt this way.

With the wealth he secretly controls now, Xu Ye wouldn't even bat an eye if he invested three billion dollars, let alone three billion.

However, if it were converted into liver rolls, let alone 300 million, even 300,000 would be something Xu Ye would absolutely not be willing to spend unless he were about to die.

The biggest expense I ever incurred was the "New Year's gift package" I gave to the country during the Chinese New Year.

"I was asked by my superiors to decide on this list!"

Xu Ye picked up a glass of wine from the side, took a sip, and smiled as he spoke to Shadama.

This isn't something he made up; it's the truth.

Clearly, there are definitely smart people at the top.

"Salman, I must say, this was the right decision. You are the best pilot in the world, aren't you?"

Sure enough, after hearing what Xu Ye said, Shadama excitedly told Xu Ye.

As mentioned earlier, the majority of the $300 million was due to Xu Ye; the rest was secondary.

Therefore, Shadama naturally hoped to follow Xu Ye's idea.

"That's not wrong!"

Xu Ye did not deny the praise from Shadama, and agreed with a smile.

In terms of combat record, Xu Ye certainly cannot compare with those pilots who achieved triple-digit results during World War II, but in terms of combat power, Xu Ye is undoubtedly the world's number one throughout history!

This has already been verified.

American fighter pilots are arguably the best fighter pilots in the world.

Whether it's aircraft performance or pilot training level, there is currently no one in the world that can match it.

Therefore, Xu Ye, who was able to shoot down so many American fighter jets, was naturally the best pilot in the world. This was Saddam Hussein's simple understanding.

No matter how eloquently something is described, it's better to actually fight it out.

"I've already chosen the specific models, so I'll have to trouble you with that later!"

After a pause, Xu Ye continued, "Sir, on behalf of myself, I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to you!"

Given such a generous gift, it's perfectly reasonable for Xu Ye to express his gratitude.

Kind words are worthless and won't hurt you, so why not say them?

"Salman, that's where you're wrong!"

Upon hearing this, Shadama's expression turned serious. "How can it be you thanking me? It should be me expressing my sincerest gratitude to you!"

"Compared to my life, this amount of money is nothing."

"As you know, for countries like ours, the US dollar has never been a problem!"

At this moment, Shadama seemed to have returned to his former glory, and spoke to Xu Ye with a heroic air.

"Wait a minute, give me the order form, and you don't need to worry about the rest. It'll definitely be the best plane!" Shadak added.

“As you wish, sir!” Xu Ye said with a smile, without arguing.

With a piece of cloth on my head, I am the richest person in the world!
How could Xu Ye not know this?
It was just a polite gesture; Shadama's reaction pleased Xu Ye greatly.

After all, Xu Ye isn't really short of money.

If Saddam Hussein only shows respect on the surface, then he can only go along with it and make do.

Wrong yourself?

He had already suffered enough in his past life. If he continued to suffer in this life, wouldn't Xu Ye have wasted his time traveling?

"Alright, Salman, let's not talk about that anymore. Let's talk about my bodyguard team!"

Having finished discussing the airplane, which seemed trivial to Shadak, Shadak took a sip of red wine to moisten his throat and then began to talk about the more important matters he valued.

However, after his earlier high spirits, Shadak's expression turned somewhat serious when this matter was mentioned. (End of Chapter)