Chapter: 2623

He Zhiqiu, who was far away in Syria, felt deeply moved by what Charlie Wade said. Recently, she and her classmates had faced many challenges and dangers while filming documentaries in Syria. They had escaped some close calls, but everyone knew it was still very risky to be there.

He Zhiqiu thought that if Charlie could really secure $20 million in sponsorship, it would greatly improve their safety and cover their filming costs. Excited by this idea, she replied to Charlie, “Mr. Ye, let’s go for it. I’ll talk to my team about your suggestion and see how everyone feels. If they agree, I’m on board.”

Charlie smiled and asked, “That sounds great! When can I expect a clear answer?”

He Zhiqiu quickly responded, “We are getting ready to join a military operation with the local government forces. They plan to attack a small military base held by the opposition just before dawn. The whole mission should take about six hours. I’ll update you before it gets dark. Is that okay?”

Hearing that He Zhiqiu was going to participate in a military operation, He Yuanjiang urged Charlie Wade, “You have to convince her not to go! This is serious. Bullets don’t have eyes, and it’s dangerous. If something goes wrong, she could get seriously hurt or worse!”

Charlie nodded and said, “I’ll do my best to talk her out of it.”

He then sent another voice message to He Zhiqiu, saying, “Miss He, I strongly recommend that you don’t take part in this military operation. It would be safer for your team to stay back today. Let’s sit down and discuss it further.”

He Zhiqiu suggested, “Let’s have a meeting and think this through. If everyone agrees, I can send the money right away. Your team can then hire mercenaries from Blackwater to ensure your safety. What do you think?”

He Zhiqiu replied, “Mr. Ye, we started preparing for this mission three days ago. My teammate is already installing equipment in the vehicle. We’ll be leaving soon, so we’ll give you a clear answer once we’re finished.”

He quickly sent another message, “Sorry, Mr. Ye, but we’re heading out now! After we leave the base, we won’t have any communication. We can talk later!”

Charlie Wade quickly replied, “I really think you shouldn’t go.”

But this time, He Zhiqiu didn’t respond.

Charlie Wade turned to He Yuanjiang and said, “Uncle He, I think she’s already on her way.”

He Yuanjiang sighed, “I’ve spent a lifetime studying, and yet I’ve raised such a rebellious daughter. What a disappointment!”

Charlie Wade shrugged and said, “Uncle He, Syria is at least six to seven thousand kilometers away. No matter how worried you are, it’s hard to fix anything from here. It’s better to wait for her response. I think my offer is generous enough that they won’t refuse.”

He Yuanjiang replied, “Charlie Wade, I really appreciate your help with my family issues. Since I chose to leave my high-powered career to teach, I’ve donated almost all the money I can spare, including some to Zhiqiu’s charity work. Now, all I have left is a small villa in Jinling and less than 10 million yuan.”

Charlie Wade quickly said, “Uncle He, please don’t be so formal with me. Honestly, I came to you and your daughter because I need help making money. This small amount of money is just for the beginning. If Zhiqiu is willing to come back and help, I promise to pay her a good salary. And if she can help me get the ocean shipping business on the right track, I will double her salary!”