Bauman was able to make such a judgment not because he was an outsider. On the contrary, he was the kind of person who knew a little but not much.
When various countries joined forces to rehabilitate the newly independent Democratic Republic of the Congo, Belgium was full of food and drink. He knew the secret fate of many former government officials. Most of them were secretly executed along with Lumumba, the founding father of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Although he didn't know who specifically did it, he knew that no organization with a name could escape.
In addition, the Soviet Union has been continuously expanding its influence in Africa, whether it is Angola, Sierra Leone, or TSNY.
The most important factor is Shepard. Influenced by later generations, he almost has an obsessive-compulsive disorder and distributes sights, protective gear, and standard combat uniforms to almost all of his men. You say you No one will believe it without background!
Therefore, during the second contact, Bowman kept his attitude very low. After all, in a chaotic land, only the person with the gun can be called the boss.
But Shepard still did not relent to Bowman's proposal. They could continue to airdrop supplies, but they had to send ground personnel, so don't even think about it.
This is not because Shepard is kind-hearted and does not want to attack Uncle Black, but because the general environment does not allow it. The political environment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has always been relatively delicate. The person sitting in the position of president has always governed the country in an unconventional way.
From the time he ascended to the presidency in 1965 to the present, six years have been enough for him to stabilize his rule. Then, once his rule is stable, it is time to make money. Previously, because of the international outlook, Mobutu was more concerned about his face when making money. But as the relationship with the United States became more solid, Mobutu became shameless. Especially starting in 1971, when he felt that the money was coming too slowly, he would nationalize all foreign-funded enterprises in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In other words, whether it was The British BHP and the Belgian Consolidated Minerals all had to be harvested by the black uncle in the end.
The reason why Shepard didn't agree was that Baoman's price was naturally too low. Since the leeks won't last long, it would be best to clean them all in one wave this time. If he didn't slash the opponent hard, he would never be able to eat the leeks for a long time. But there is no chance!
Bowman thought Shepard was just resenting United Mining because of the previous conflict. After all, he could clearly remember the latter's cold expression. Since direct negotiations were not feasible, he would use roundabout tactics. After all, he was in Kinshasa The personal connections are still very deep.
As a result, Shepard soon received a call from the American consul, who tactfully told Shepard that as a member of the free world, they should provide some small help to their allies!
"But we have just experienced a fierce battle, Mr. Consul, the loss of personnel and ammunition gaps are huge, even Standard Oil's security work is very reluctant, we are also Department of Defense contractors, the natural priority is our own question!"
Shepard complained a lot to the consul, and the latter had been living and drinking in Kinshasa all year round. He didn't know the specific situation at all, so he naturally believed it. But after all, he had received Bowman's benefits, so he still made a compromise and asked Shepard to overcome it. difficulty.
"I guarantee that United Mining will give you a very appropriate compensation!"
With the other party's words, Shepard felt relieved. If United Mining wanted to settle accounts afterwards, he would go to the American consul first!
Soon Bowman came back with a look of difficulty on his face, but he still didn't see Shadow Company's ground troops.
"I told you that manpower is tight. Don't you still have two hundred people? Plus the infantry in the garrison, it's enough!"
Bowman was also stunned when he heard this, and then hurriedly explained to Shepard that their guards were used to watch the doors and fight workers, and there might be a small problem in using them to fight with Uncle Hei.
"If your guards dare to beat workers, why don't they dare to beat black people? What's the difference between your workers and black people?"
"But those armed mobs have guns!"
"What are you holding a fire stick in your hands?"
Shepard was speechless. Well, it seems that Uncle Black is not the only one with serious polarization. Some white-skinned people are screaming and killing in Africa, and some are being killed by Uncle Black, but that doesn't matter. They don't do anything anyway. Any ground force will be dispatched!
"Just leave your people under our command, or if you want to go to the battle yourself, that's no problem!"
Bowman smiled bitterly when he heard this. He was really worried that Shepard would send all the guards to fight with Uncle Black.
"Times have changed, Mr. Bowman, how do you think we can defeat Francois? Weapons and people are indispensable!"
As Shepard said that, he carried the other person onto the helicopter. Following him, there were about a dozen mobilized veterans. On the helicopter, Bowman discovered a problem, because in addition to carrying rockets, the helicopter In addition to ammunition and machine guns, there are also huge audio equipment on the hatches on both sides.
He wanted to ask, but seeing the murderous looks on the faces of the PMCs on the plane, he swallowed his words as soon as they reached his lips.
After joining the security team of United Mining, Bowman originally thought that these guys would have the courage to resist the orders of the big brothers from Shadow Company. Unexpectedly, as soon as they met, several guards consciously raised their hands in the air. Squatting on the ground, the people brought by Shepard also recognized these unlucky guys they had captured before, and there was no need for extra self-introductions.
With the prisoner's personal testimony, it took the people brought by Shepard less than half a day to capture these guards who had no combat experience at all. Everyone thought they were going to follow each other and fight Uncle Black to the death, but it didn't happen. The first order that came to mind from Shepard was to modify the truck.
"Get all the light sources you can use to the car!"
“But what’s the point of doing that?”
Bowman was puzzled. He still had his men struggling to support themselves in the encirclement, but after Shepard arrived, his order was not to attack with the whole army, but to pull wires and connect light bulbs here. Are you afraid that you are not here to entertain us?
"If you understand what psychological warfare is, then I will be happy to explain it to you, but now, I think it is best for you to shut up and watch, and it is not too late to call out after tonight's results come out!"
"In addition, I personally suggest that your people be careful not to touch the horns on the helicopter. After all, whether the people in the encirclement can come out alive depends on their performance!"
At this moment, Shepard was full of superiority. After all, there were not many opportunities for him to show off.
