Chapter: 2729
He smiled and said, “I know a friend in the construction industry in Iraq. He manages many workers. They are used to the challenges of war and will take on any job as long as they are paid well. If I ask him, he can send someone over quickly!”
Charlie Wade replied, “That’s great to hear. The permanent fortifications I mentioned don’t require a lot of money or advanced technology. You should try to find the old Chinese movie ‘Shangganling.’ It will be perfect for your situation! It’s about a highland battle, and the tactics used are similar to what you’ll face. If you can use the high ground, tunnels, and reverse slopes to your advantage, even powerful enemy artillery will struggle to defeat you!”
Hamid nodded confidently, “Okay! I will figure out how to download it through the satellite network and watch it carefully.”
Charlie Wade asked, “We need to take this movie seriously, right?”
Hamid replied quickly, “Don’t worry, brother! I will study it with an open mind!”
Charlie Wade continued, “By the way, when the construction workers arrive and start building, make sure to choose some smart soldiers from your team to help them. This way, they can learn from the construction process, and you might even end up with an engineer company of your own!”
“Sounds good!” Hamid said right away. “I will definitely work on forming an engineering company!”
“Make sure this is done quickly,” Charlie Wade urged. “If you wait too long, you might not finish the fortifications in time, and your whole army could be in danger.”
Hamid replied quickly, “I’ll start on this today. I’ll stay low-profile until the fortifications are ready.”
“Great,” Charlie said, pleased. “Here’s the plan: spend $400,000 on grain, $1 million on canned food with a shelf life of over two years, $1 million on medicines and supplies, and $3 million on solar power generation. Also, allocate $20 million for guns and ammunition, and $40 million for building strong fortifications. Use the remaining money as a reserve for flexibility. With this, your overall strength will increase significantly. Understand?”
Hamid thanked Charlie profusely and hung up the phone. He immediately began working on the infrastructure plan and coordinating resources to get started.
Meanwhile, Chen Zekai and Su Ruoli, who were with Charlie, looked at him in surprise.
Su Ruoli was confused about why Charlie was giving military advice over the phone. After all, this was a peaceful time, and war seemed distant from everyday life. She didn’t even know Charlie had been to Syria.
Chen Zekai was speechless and puzzled. He wondered to himself, “I don’t understand why the young master is helping Hamid. Is he planning to expand in the Middle East?”