"Wait, it seems there is no need to disturb Mobutu!"
The colonel didn't care about anything else and hurriedly tried to suppress the matter first. After all, Mobutu had always said that what he hated most was corruption and crime. If he was caught, it would be death.
"There must be a misunderstanding here!"
"Isn't that what you said when you impounded the car?"
Shepard could see that this guy actually knew everything, but now, he had to pretend that he didn't know anything, so that he could give an explanation to the Americans who came to his door.
"It must be a misunderstanding. You also know that Katanga Province has never been peaceful. The rebels are harassing local security all the time. Therefore, it may be that our people are nervous, or for some other reason, they have impounded your convoy! "
The colonel knew that he had to give an explanation today, and he also knew that the other party definitely did not notify Kinshasa. But if he could not give an explanation today, then Kinshasa would definitely know about it.
So he immediately called the guards and asked them to return all the previously impounded convoys. He even specifically asked not to cause any damage. Then, he immediately enthusiastically invited Shepard and the others into his official residence.
I have to say that it is good to be an independent military commander in Africa. The colonel’s official residence is the mansion of Belgian administrative officials in the past. The furniture inside is all imported from Europe. The floor is covered with tiger skins, and the walls are covered with all kinds of decorations. There are animal specimens, and there are mountains of gold and silver utensils in the cupboard, which is just like a trench.
In addition, he has eight servants and two chefs from Europe, three wives and eleven children living together in a mansion. It can be said that many people in developed countries in Europe and America will never reach this end in their lives.
"Mr. John Shepard, this matter is our work error. I am willing to make private compensation for the losses caused by you. At the same time, I can also guarantee that once the results of the investigation are found, I will immediately give you an explanation. I hope , it’s best not to disturb Leader Mobutu about this matter, what do you think?”
Then, the colonel asked his wife to come out with a plate. On the plate was a handful of crystal diamonds, which are considered hard currency in Africa!
"These things should be regarded as my apology gifts!"
"Well, Mr. Colonel, our Shadow Company is different from other mercenaries. We are a serious defense contractor with many channels and resources. Therefore, if there is any need, we have very broad prospects for cooperation. , I will accept these things, and the colonel can come to our base to sit down another day. I think we must still have a lot of common topics!"
"I am very sure of that!"
"Since it's all a misunderstanding, I think there's no need to go to the embassy or Mr. Mobutu. So, Mr. Colonel, let's take our leave!"
After receiving the answer, Shepard immediately took his leave and left, while the colonel's face quickly darkened. He knew that he had been tricked!
As a local snake, any troubles in Katanga Province cannot escape his eyes and ears. Otherwise, why would he dare to engage in corruption here without worrying about liquidation from above?
Before Shadow Company arrived, Colonel Senerio knew that a so-called American security company was coming to his territory. The colonel did not want to pay attention to these outsiders at all. He knew his position and could not offend anyone. Offend these foreign European and American companies, because they are still the colonel's God of Wealth.
Therefore, when someone suggested that the colonel go to test the so-called Shadow Company's strength, the colonel had to take action. He asked the police to impound the other party's motorcade on the grounds of safety, just to see the reaction of the Shadow Company.
But now, he saw that the visitor was evil. After all, there were not many companies here that could move the embassy out casually.
After taking care of the colonel of the National Defense Forces, the helicopter that Shepard had been calling for for so long finally arrived in Lubumbashi. Along with it, there was also a logistics team and many spare parts. Watching the helicopter begin to take shape Camp, at this moment, Shepard felt a sense of accomplishment in his heart.
And the good news continues one after another. The Korean thugs hired by Mitchell have also arrived in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Now, Shadow Company can be regarded as a contractor.
After the personnel arrived in Lubumbashi, Shepard directly used trucks to take everyone back to the camp in a swaggering manner. The poorly concealed convoy and the personnel in the carriages were all equipped with standard infantry equipment. It was undoubtedly a powerful display of strength. .
So when the infantry and helicopters flew over Lubumbashi, the mercenary colleagues who had been full of disdain for Shadow Company instantly turned their disdain into anger.
"The Koreans, Vietnamese, and those Americans are all unavailable. Are these guys here to work? Helicopters. Where does he think this is? Vietnam?"
"That's right, that shadow company. Just by the name, you know it's a straw bag company!"
"But, grandma, their equipment is really good!"
"Yes, Americans are so willing to give up!"
Although the mercenary industry these days is a blue ocean industry, it is still not formal. Everyone is like a gang of robbers. If the boss cheers up and responds, a team of mercenaries will be established and everyone will raise their own funds. Purchasing weapons yourself, or just waiting for your employer to provide them, was different with Shadow Company. Shepard emphasized the right track from the beginning, and it was not just talk.
All employees who have signed a contract can receive a set of equipment. This set is free, but employees only have the right to use it. When the contract expires, they must return it. If it is damaged, they will be compensated according to the price. Of course, you can take it away if you want, and buy it at the market price. That’s it.
In addition, there are extremely clear provisions in employee contracts, including but not limited to daily wages, combat subsidies, and casualty pensions. They all have extremely clear standards, although these regulations are very tight on details. For example, the standard for death in battle must be It only counts if he is directly killed in battle, but at least he is the only contractor to give such a detailed explanation. Shepard knows that mercenaries cannot be measured by the regular army of a sovereign country. What he has to do is very simple. For one thing, tell your subordinates how much they will get for the work they do, and if they do well, they will be rewarded. If they fail, they will not only be punished but also deducted money. And this is enough!
Although Shepard's first batch of employees is currently only a hundred people, the public contract regulations have been sent out, and those excited reserve forces are already looking forward to Shadow Company starting to recruit the second batch of employees.
