Chapter 5, Private Armed Forces

The bottle cap immediately said: "Thirty thousand yuan divided among five people means... uh."

The SUV in front also lowered its windows, but no one got out of the car, nor did anyone lean out. The captain simply called out loudly: "Hello, Mr. Smith asked me to send his regards to you"

As a military enthusiast, Gao Guang not only knows what a PMC is but is also very familiar with it

Is this your first time going abroad

You are holding a tourist visa, why did you choose Mexico for your first trip abroad

Boss ... ... Alright, lane 24, okay, how much do I need to pay? I cannot let you pay for us, alright, thank you, boss

Gao Guang helplessly waved his hand and said, "I researched extensively before coming to Mexico and knew that the security situation here is very poor. Therefore, when I left the airport, I chose to take a taxi. However, just as I got out of the taxi, three people suddenly surrounded me, pointing two guns at me. I thought it was a robbery and did not resist. As a result, they put a hood over my head, bound my hands with zip ties, and then stuffed me into a car, taking me directly to Sanchez. At first, I really thought it was just a robbery..."

Gao Guang just wants to know how these two cars, filled with guns and dead bodies, managed to pass through the inspections in the United States. In his view, if they could pass so easily, then the captain's boss must be extraordinarily powerful.

Therefore, PMC is feasible, and the only consideration is the risk associated with this profession

Gao Guang believes that the captain must wait for him to choose to join and become a reliable ally before making this call, which indicates that this call is certainly very important, but it is unclear what it entails

The captain's question is within the normal range, and Gaoguang immediately replied: "This is not a trip, not a real journey. I am learning Spanish, just graduated from university and with books. I need to have experiences in Spanish-speaking countries, as this will facilitate my job search"

The rubber exclaimed in astonishment: "Is it six thousand for each person? Uh, well, anything not exceeding ten thousand is still acceptable."

PMC is the abbreviation for Private Military Contractors, or they may also be referred to as military contractors, which is indeed a legitimate profession

After listening to a few words from the person on the phone, the captain hung up and then sighed, saying: "The boss needs to make a few calls and will give us a clear answer later. For now, let's head to the border port."

The vehicles lined up on the left side of the checkpoint seemed endless, but the two highlighted cars were following closely behind the SUV with flashing lights, traveling on a lane devoid of any other vehicles, rapidly approaching the inspection station

Yes, this is my first time going abroad

After all, legal Private Military Companies (PMCs) and illegal mercenaries can switch between roles at any time. It is quite normal for PMCs to take on mercenary jobs on the side, and it is also common for mercenaries to become legitimate PMCs.

Captain, I am very poor, and I need a job with a substantial income. PMC is very suitable for me, so I have nothing to consider. No, one could also say that I have been considering it for a long time. If I could be a PMC, I would definitely do it

After a brief pause, the captain continued: "We have taken on a rescue mission to save a hostage from a drug dealer in Tijuana, but the intermediary did not inform us that this drug dealer is affiliated with the Zetas. No, I am not asking you to confront the intermediary. Now that we are engaged with the Zetas, they will certainly not let us go. It is too dangerous to stay in Tijuana. I need to cross the border to San Diego as soon as possible."

The captain dialed a number using the satellite phone, and after a moment of waiting, he said in a low voice: "Boss, hello m.hetushu.com, I am Frank, um... I will get straight to the point, the bison is dead, we are in some trouble"

The response from Gaoguang was so quick that the captain was somewhat taken aback. After a brief moment of astonishment, the captain surprisingly said: "If you know what PMC is, it would save us some trouble, but aren't you going to give it some serious thought?"

In terms of his character, a love for adventure is secondary; being poor, yet unwilling to accept a lifetime of poverty, is the primary reason for his unwavering commitment to taking risks

The rubber agreed, and the captain immediately said: "Joy also agrees, so I will make the call"

Having successfully passed the interview and the background check, the next step is onboarding. With a sense of relief, I put away my passport and said, "Thank you"

Joy dragged the hostage and the corpse of the buffalo behind him, but the walkie-talkie did not hinder their communication. Now, the captain and the other three had reached a consensus, while Gao Guang, who had just joined, was not qualified to express an opinion.

The captain finished the call and immediately said: "It's settled, at Border Port Channel 24, there will be a car waiting to take us through the checkpoint, we need to pay 30,000 dollars, this is the friendly price negotiated by the boss"

After another ten minutes or so, just as the car was about to enter the downtown area of Tijuana, the satellite phone in the captain's hand finally rang

The captain nodded and said: "I understand, you came to Mexico to look for work, so do you plan to stay illegally in Mexico, or do you intend to take a smuggling route to the United States?"

However, the actions of the captain and his crew today are entirely those of mercenaries, and mercenaries are illegal. Nevertheless, since the captain has stated that today is merely a part-time job for them, there is nothing to be afraid of.

The attitude of the highlight is quite proper, and the words spoken are indeed heartfelt. However, now the captain feels uneasy; after all, things that are too easily obtained, like - images - and - books, can instead create a sense of insecurity.

What else is there to consider? There is no need to consider anything else; the mere fact of being poor is sufficient. What other reasons are needed?

The captain nodded and said, "So how were you kidnapped by Sanchez?"

However, Gao Guang need not waste time studying how high the risks of PMC are, for he has long been aware of them, thus making matters considerably simpler. Before the onset of his decision-making difficulties, Gao Guang's nature had already made a choice.

The SUV ahead roared to life, its tail lights illuminating, and then it began to slowly move forward, while the rubber immediately followed suit.

Gao Guang helplessly said: "Because I cannot obtain a Schengen visa, if I could obtain a Schengen visa, I would go to Spain. Also, the Spanish I have learned is more inclined towards Latin Spanish, and Mexico... is the country with the cheapest airfare among all Latin Spanish-speaking countries"

No, I do not want to look for a job here, nor do I intend to go underground, and I certainly do not want to smuggle myself into the United States! I just want to take a lot of photos and some videos in Mexico, and then when I am looking for a job, I can use these photos as evidence. This is not a necessity, but it would indeed be very helpful for my job search.

Near the border checkpoint, the number of vehicles has noticeably increased, yet the captain and the others have merely removed their helmets, while their masks remain on their faces, and they have not taken off their bulletproof vests, giving off a somewhat reckless impression

It is now a little past 8 PM, yet the vehicles waiting to pass through are still lined up in long queues. However, the car driven by the rubber driver did not join the line but instead drove directly towards a lane separated by a barrier. At the end of the lane, there is a black SUV blocking the way.

The bottle cap let out a sigh and said, "Alright, one must have the life to spend the money earned, I agree."

The issue of bottle caps is a typical example of why not eat and the porridge of books

Above the captain, there is also the boss, but the phone call made by the captain does not resemble a conversation between a boss and a subordinate

The captain whispered: "Five people excluding you, the one paying is the bison"

Gao Guang breathed a sigh of relief, as he truly could not come up with six thousand dollars, and the captain and his crew also felt relieved, for being able to pass through the border checkpoint quickly meant that their risks would be significantly reduced

The captain did not speak, but the bottle cap turned around from the front, looking at Gaoguang with a puzzled expression and said: "If you are studying Spanish, then why don't you go to Spain"

The rubber said without hesitation: "Five thousand yuan for each person is still acceptable"

The rubber slowly pressed down on the brake, bringing the vehicle to a stop behind the large SUV, and then the captain opened the car window and leaned out.

Alright, no need to say more

A person in the car ahead extended their hand and placed a警灯 on the roof of the car, which then began to flash, but did not emit any sound

The captain needs to see the passport, as he always conducts some background checks. Therefore, Gao Guang immediately took out his passport and handed it to the captain with both hands

There was no prolonged waiting, no meticulous inspection, no unpleasant questioning, and no one made things difficult. Additionally, a transit fee of forty dollars was saved, and the crossing of the U.S.-Mexico border was completed without any notable experience.

The captain sighed and said softly: "The black Ford Sabre van should be this vehicle; just stop after driving behind his car."

As long as the wealthy second generation does not engage in reckless behavior, it is quite difficult for them to squander their family fortune. Therefore, the wealthy second generation can afford to live a life of indulgence. Conversely, it is the impulsive decision to start a business that may lead to the potential loss of wealth that could last for several generations.

The captain said nothing, but Gao Guang endured and endured, and ultimately could no longer hold back, saying: "Thirty thousand US dollars shared among five people means six thousand dollars per person. Additionally, I have no money"

Your name is Gao Guang, born in 1994, so you are twenty-four years old this year. I do not understand the emergency contact information here; who is this person to you

At this moment, the captain took out a satellite phone with a large antenna from the pocket of his combat vest, and then he said seriously: "We need to leave Mexico in the shortest time possible. Following the original plan is not feasible. I need to contact the boss; only he can help us. However, this will require us to bear the costs ourselves, and this expense will need to be shared among us. Do you have any objections?"

Gao Guang is somewhat curious, but he will definitely not ask anything

After pondering for a moment, the captain turned on the roof light and then looked at Gao Guang, saying: "You have obtained the passport, let me see it."

What?

Then, the roadblock that was blocking the way ahead of the checkpoint was removed, and the cars hardly slowed down as they whizzed past the checkpoint

However, the poor must strive; if there is an opportunity to start a business, one should seize it; if there is a chance to venture out, one should take it. If one desires a stable and secure life, the likelihood is that they will remain in poverty for a lifetime

This is my father and mother, as well as their phone numbers

The rubber hesitated for a moment and said, "If the price is not too high, I can accept it"

I will join. "Highlighting the choice to join," he quickly added, "I know what a PMC is, and I also understand the difference between a PMC and a mercenary. If the work you offer is a legitimate PMC, then I will join.

The captain closed the passport and handed it to Gao Guang, saying decisively: "You have already proven your abilities, and your background is also satisfactory. We will discuss your compensation once we arrive in San Diego"

The border crossing at Tijuana is very large and open twenty-four hours a day, but the passage from the United States to Mexico is smooth and almost without inspection, whereas the reverse journey from Mexico to the United States is subject to very strict checks