Chapter 857: Dangerous Deal, Daring Actor
"pistol?"
Shu Han was truly shocked this time and immediately took the pistol from Liu Rulan's hand to examine it.
Having spent several years abroad and had experience with guns while filming, as well as frequently practicing at gun clubs overseas, Shu Han was more adept at handling the gun than Liu Rulan. He directly removed the magazine to check the number of bullets.
This is an old-fashioned semi-automatic pistol with a full magazine of eight rounds, a model that is relatively common on the black market.
The above knowledge was something Shu Han learned when he was filming a movie. At that time, he played a criminal police officer who was tracking down gun smugglers.
The only difference is that he received a replica pistol back then, but now he has a real gun.
The difference is huge.
"Where did you get this from?"
Shu Han asked questions while putting the magazine back in, his jaw practically dropping to the ground.
“She brought this out.” Liu Rulan said, turning her head to look at the girl in the corner, her expression also complicated. “She trusts me a lot. After hearing that we were going to rescue other people, she gave me this gun.”
"This must have been taken from someone in the lower levels."
Shu Han immediately understood what was going on.
If those people dare to participate in such illegal gatherings, then carrying some prohibited items is a minor matter.
"We're safe here as long as the Bao family doesn't forcibly search us, so take the things. You need them more than I do. Protect yourselves."
Liu Rulan gave instructions.
As for anything else, she didn't say much more.
In the current situation, protecting themselves, protecting the victims, and trying their best to rescue as many people as possible is already their limit.
"I see."
Shu Han did not refuse. He simply put away his gun, nodded to Liu Rulan, and glanced at the girl in the corner. After receiving a frightened look from her, he knew that she was afraid of him. So he did not go up to say anything, but turned around and left the bustling bar.
In the corner, Zhang Ning, still uneasy, watched Shu Han leave. She curled up again, hugging her legs helplessly, and looked at Liu Rulan: "Who exactly are you people? I feel like that person looks familiar."
Shu Han is considered one of the last martial arts stars to become famous in the Chinese entertainment industry. He is quite well-known in China, so his face may not be unfamiliar to Zhang Ning.
Upon hearing Zhang Ning's question, Liu Rulan breathed a sigh of relief and replied, "His name is Shu Han. You may have heard of him. He is an actor."
"Was it him who contacted you to pick me up?"
Zhang Ning continued to inquire.
Liu Rulan was silent for a moment, then said, "No, it's another guy. Maybe you'll see him after this is all over."
The room was silent.
Finally, Zhang Ning continued, "...They will definitely come back safely, right?"
"I have no idea."
As Liu Rulan spoke, her expression was extremely heavy, but then she deliberately changed the subject and said, "However, we will definitely be able to get you back safely. The police are on their way, and everything will be fine."
Finally, the lounge fell completely silent.
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Meanwhile, Juedan had already negotiated the latest price with someone.
His face, which had been wary, was now beaming with smiles.
Looking at the person in front of him, his face showed unprecedented joy.
Finally, he even stood up impatiently, took out a cigar from his drawer, and handed it to the person in front of him.
The person opposite did not refuse, picked up a cigar, lit it, and took a calm and composed puff.
Their local earthy cigars have a particularly strong flavor, with a spicy and pungent smoke that hits the nose and goes straight to the head. If you don't control it properly when smoking, it can easily make you dizzy and lightheaded, making you lose your balance.
But the person in front of him seemed to have smoked it countless times, without even changing his expression. After slowly exhaling the smoke, he stood up listlessly and casually threw the cigar into the sea through the hatch.
The move was incredibly stylish and even provocative. Skinny Monkey raised his thick eyebrows, while Juedan laughed.
"It seems that Young Master Bao is not used to the food here—that's right, these are indeed all the conditions we have here. It is our fault for neglecting Young Master Bao."
Unfortunately, the young man that everyone thought was the young master of the Bao family was actually just an actor.
—Yes, an actor who is incredibly audacious, infiltrating criminal organizations, yet can still calmly negotiate business and terms with others.
"Ah, I'm really sorry, I'm not used to your cigars."
Actor Xiao He turned around and looked at the person in front of him with a smile, "However, I do have a top-quality cigar. If you are interested, I would sincerely invite you to come aboard and have a look."
"oh?"
This time, Juedan was genuinely tempted.
After all, if this deal goes through, all the cargo in the container will be transported to the Xiang Sheng, and their transaction will be more than half completed. They will only need to wait for the cargo to be recovered afterward. In the meantime, why not enjoy some time on the ship?
The dazzling brilliance of the Xiang Sheng had already aroused people's desires, and while those big bosses were enjoying money and women on the ship, these people had to wait to be recycled on this dilapidated little cargo ship, which was really annoying.
After you make money, wouldn't it be better to go on a boat trip?
So, not only Juedan, but also the other criminal members on the ship were tempted after Xiao He said those words.
However, although Juedan really wanted to go, she declined after thinking for a moment.
“Let’s finish this transaction first,” Juedan said. “We need to settle this money on the spot. The same treatment will apply to this Mr. Bao.”
“That’s no problem at all,” Xiao He replied readily. “However, as you know, we urgently need these goods. How about this, I’ll give you the money in this box I’m carrying as a deposit, and I’ll wait here while you unload the goods. I’ll send the rest of my men to collect the final payment.”
Upon hearing Xiao He's sudden suggestion, Jue Dan frowned once again.
Such a change of plans midway through a transaction would subconsciously make these people feel uneasy.
But very quickly, the young man in front of him picked up the box he was carrying at his feet, placed it on the table, and opened the chip box with a click—
And so, the neatly stacked banknotes appeared before them.
"Here is two million."
Xiao He paused, then added, "US dollars."
"I think this is more than enough as a deposit, right? This is the greatest sincerity I can show you."
Instantly, everyone's eyes were glued to the box.
Juedan immediately took out a banknote from inside, examined it carefully, and confirmed that it was also a US dollar. The skinny monkey behind him also quickly came over and repeatedly touched the genuine US dollar inside, his eyes almost turning into the shape of banknotes.
"Okay, okay, absolutely no problem."
Almost without hesitation, Juedan immediately agreed to the request to change his mind.
With so much money, they really are rich!
What else is there to say? We just go with whatever they say!
"certainly--"
Xiao He continued, speaking meaningfully.
"If you are interested in the Xiang Sheng, then I sincerely invite you to board the ship and collect your money."
Whether you can get down after going up is another matter entirely.