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A formidable African-American man led the way, exuding immense strength and power.
He was known as "Big Bear," a prominent figure and leader of the Youth Party. His expression carried a fierce intensity, warning others that he was not one to be trifled with.
As they entered the hall, they unexpectedly encountered Liu Yong and hispanions—three individualspelled to halt their progress due to the opposing party blocking their path.
Liu Yong and hispanions paused, not for any particr reason but simply because the other group had obstructed their way, leaving them with no choice but to stop.
Simrly, Big Bear and his entourage halted their advance upon recognizing Liu Yong and hispanions.
Apanied by armed and aggressive individuals, Big Bear boldly approached the doorway, setting his sights on Liu Yong. He intended to "invite" Liu Yong to have a little chat, though the leader of the Youth Party was seething with anger.
In English, Big Bear questioned, [ " Are you Liu Yong from the Global Shipping Group? " ]
Liu Yong immediately realized that the opposing party hade prepared, focusing squarely on him, likely in connection with the copse of the Melka organization the previous afternoon.
[ " Yes, I am, " ] Liu Yong responded calmly andposedly, despite the intimidating presence of Big Bear and his armed associates.
Confirming Liu Yong''s identity, Big Bear spoke arrogantly, [ " Then please apany us. Our leader wishes to see you. " ]
Amused, Liu Yong retorted, [ " I''m sorry, but I don''t have the time. We''re actually heading out for some shopping. " ]
[ " This matter is not within your control. Come with us, " ] Big Bear insisted.
Wearing a grim smile, Big Bear extended his massive hand, intending to apprehend Liu Yong. However, what followed was a remarkable turn of events.
To his astonishment, Big Bear discovered that Liu Yong remained utterly unfazed, firmly rooted in his spot. Liu Yong appeared rxed as he effortlessly grabbed Big Bear''s hand and pushed it away. Big Bear staggered, retreating several meters and nearlynding on his backside.
It was a surprising sight that unfolded before them. Big Bear''s subordinates, finally regaining their senses, pointed their firearms at Liu Yong and hispanions.
Kang Zhenggang and He Qiang didn''t waste any time. They swiftly aimed their pistols at Da Xiong and his group. Tension filled the air as a potential sh between swords and firearms loomed, and the atmosphere peaked.
At any moment, a misfire could ur. Panicked screams echoed throughout the hotel as the staff fled in fear, leaving only Liu Yong and his opponents in the hall. Confronted by a dozen guns, Liu Yong remainedposed as if he faced nothing more than a dozen fire sticks. Suddenly, Liu Yong sprang into action! He moved with extraordinary speed, akin to a fleeting shadow.
[ " Oops! " ]
A sound escaped before Big Bear''s subordinates could react. They were swiftly brought down, sprawled on the ground, groaning in pain, while their weapons were scattered across one side of the hall. Big Bear was filled with terror, his mouth hanging agape!
[ " This... this... this... - Am I dreaming? Is there really someone this powerful in the world? " ] It took him a while to regain his senses. His face turned pale, and he stammered slightly as he contemted raising his hands. Witnessing Liu Yong''s pistol pointed at him; he almost sumbed to surrender.
Liu Yong spoke, calm yetmanding, [ " I''ve suddenly be more interested in meeting your leader. Lead the way, take us to him. " ] After uttering these words, Liu Yong took the lead, walking out of the hotel. He boarded a car that belonged to Big Bear and his group, followed by Kang Zhenggang and He Qiang.
Big Bear stood bewildered. What is happening here? Why did he willingly ask to meet our leader all of a sudden? Despite his formidable power, isn''t he afraid? Is he not scared of death? Big Bear couldn''tprehend the situation. <novelsnext></novelsnext>
After a brief moment of confusion, he ordered his men to retrieve their weapons and leave the hotel. They climbed into their respective cars and departed in haste. Silence enveloped the journey. The convoy of vehicles traversed streets and alleys, eventually stopping in front of a building in the urban area after approximately 20 to 30 minutes. This was a temporary location and couldn''t be Al-Shabaab''s stronghold.
In the cunning rabbit''s three burrows, nobody knew the location of the Youth Party''sir nor the whereabouts of their leader, which remained elusive.
Why did Liu Yong suddenly express the desire to meet the leader of the Youth Party? The reason was simple: to issue a warning. He wanted to discourage any thoughts of revenge or future hijackings of Global Shipping Group''s ships.
Several heavily armed guards stood watch in front of the building, emphasizing its high security. Kang Zhenggang and He Qiang braced themselves, preparing to apany Liu Yong inside. However, Big Bear''s subordinates barred their way, allowing only Liu Yong to enter alone.
Liu Yong was a bold man. With his exceptional perception, he had already determined that around a hundred armed individuals were in the building.
However, they posed no threat.
[ " You guys wait for me outside. Don''t worry, I''ll be fine, " ] Liu Yong assured them. With that, Liu Yong followed Big Bear and the others into the building.
Upon reaching the third floor, they settled into a spacious room resembling a reception area. Liu Yong seemed careless, almost oblivious to the armed men surrounding him.
After a while, a middle-aged man dressed in ck entered the room, apanied by a sizable entourage. He was Mtu, the leader of Somali Al-Shabaab, holding significant armed forces and controlling most of Somalia''s pirate organizations.
Mtu''s countenance grew icier and more serious, reflecting the gravity of the situation. He motioned for Liu Yong to sit on the sofa and spoke condescendingly, [ " You must be Liu Yong, the boss of Global Shipping Group, am I correct? " ] Liu Yong calmly replied, [ " Indeed, I am Liu Yong. And you must be the leader of the Youth Party. " ]
Aftermunicating for a while, Mtu noticed that Liu Yong disyed no hint of fear or subservience, almost as if he considered himself in control. This irked Mtu, and a touch of annoyance flickered across his face.
Seizing the opportunity to undermine Liu Yong''s confidence, one of Mtu''s subordinates stepped forward and delivered a forceful p across Liu Yong''s face, attempting to leave asting impression.
However, Liu Yong''s reflexes were lightning-fast. No one had anticipated that Liu Yong would dare act in such a dangerous situation. A loud gunshot reverberated through the room, leaving everyone bewildered. It was impossible to discern how Liu Yong had drawn his firearm, but Mtu''s subordinate had already copsed to the ground with a fatal gunshot wound to the head.
The lifeless bodyy sprawled, its shattered skull leaking brain matter onto the floor. The armed men reacted swiftly, raising their weapons and training them on Liu Yong. Yet, Liu Yong seemed unaffected by the menacing muzzles pointed his way. He nonchntly blew on the barrels of his Desert Eagle, then spoke deliberately,
[ " Gentlemen, the Melka organization''s demise has been sealed. Any thoughts of seeking revenge against us are futile.
Furthermore, I suggest you refrain from coveting the vessels belonging to the Global Shipping Group in the future. " ]
Mtu responded, [ " And what if we refuse toply? " ]
A smirk tugged at the corners of Liu Yong''s lips. This man''s intellect is disconcerting. Can he not see that I don''t regard him and his fiveckeys as a significant threat? Yet, he dares to defy me. The smile abruptly vanished from Liu Yong''s face, and a sense of foreboding crept over Mtu.
However, before anyone could react, Liu Yong''s gun was pressed firmly against Mtu''s head.
The speed of the action left everyone stupefied. They wanted to retaliate, but fear held them back. With the gun aimed at their leader''s head, the consequences of an idental bullet would be catastrophic.
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