The search for a successor is different from the task at hand, as finding a successor is about planning for Satan’s future, which cannot be taken lightly. Therefore, Gao Yang must treat it as a top priority. However, this matter cannot be rushed and must be approached slowly. Once a few people convene and set things down, they can temporarily set it aside.
Whether or not to go to Aden is a matter of present interests. If it’s beneficial to the Solar System Company, then they should go. If there’s no benefit and it’s just about making a contribution, Gao Yang and the others must be quite noble indeed.
Gao Yang recapped what Salim and he discussed in the car in detail, then said solemnly, "On the Northwest Border, our Venus Troops have already gained a foothold and are in an absolutely advantageous position in competition with peers. According to Abdul’s report, it is likely that Shah will offer us a new contract in the short term.
However, the current situation of the Mercury Troops in Aden is not so favorable because Shah’s Coalition Forces are progressing smoothly there, leaving the Mercury Troops in a dispensable position. With this, it’s difficult for us to achieve any new progress in the Aden direction."
After speaking, Gao Yang waved his hand and said solemnly, "What are your opinions?"
Glolov was the first to speak. He said slowly, "Undoubtedly, the Houthi forces now see us as firefighters, sending us wherever needed. Our numbers are limited and cannot determine the direction of the battle, so the Houthi forces only want us to conduct some guerrilla warfare in Aden. I suggest we not go because the Aden direction is certainly more dangerous. Our aim is not to help anyone win, but simply to make money. On the Northwest Border, we have opened up the situation and have a high degree of control over both sides of the conflict. Why take the risk to go to Aden under such circumstances?"
Glolov made a lot of sense, and Gao Yang couldn’t help but nod slightly. Dragging Satan to a heavily concentrated area like Aden to engage in guerrilla warfare seemed unreliable. Meanwhile, the Northwest Border is a traditional area of strength for the Houthi forces, with a public base. Although it also faces the threat of heavy Shah forces, it’s far stronger than in Aden.
For guerrilla warfare, without the support of public opinion, without the help of the people, what’s the point?
"You’re wrong."
It was Vasily who spoke. He said seriously to Glolov, "You’re wrong. Going to Aden is not only not dangerous, but also much safer than the Northwest Border. Even engaging in guerrilla warfare around Aden is better than facing the pressure from Shah on the Northwest Border."
Glolov wasn’t angry. A military meeting without differing opinions is foolish. He was just a bit surprised and curiously intrigued.
Gao Yang was also puzzled. He asked solemnly, "Ignoring interests, just considering safety, why do you think Aden is safer than the Northwest Border?"
Vasily said very seriously, "If Shah’s combat capability is like a mouse, then the Gulf Cooperation Council’s combat capability is like a bug. On the surface, it looks fierce and scary, like a caterpillar, but is actually non-poisonous and unlikely to become a butterfly; it’s just a worm!"
Vasily waved his hand disdainfully, then said confidently, "Aden is occupied by GCC forces, mainly Shah’s troops, but other countries’ forces are also present. On the premise that everything goes smoothly, it looks promising. However, just experience two failures, and you’ll see — the GCC forces will reveal their worm-like nature. So, just pick the right target to attack, and you’ll be surprised to see how worthless the enemy can be."
Gao Yang pondered for a moment and said solemnly, "A suitable target, like the position between the territories managed by Shah and the United Arab Emirates?"
Vasily replied expressionlessly, "As long as these Gulf States unite, any target can be considered suitable. My suggestion is to just fight indiscriminately!"
Li Jinfang suddenly understood and said loudly, "Oh, just randomly attack? Is that even possible? Isn’t that too arbitrary?"
Tarta rubbed his forehead and said painfully, "What arbitrary? With those incompetents, we have enough experience and lessons to prove this point."
The Black Demon members nodded vigorously in agreement. Hammer said disdainfully, "Israel! Even with America’s support, such a tiny place with so few people, after several wars, alas, they just can’t seem to succeed!"
Glewatov wore a look of disgust, "Let’s not talk about it anymore. I was deployed to the Middle East for quite a while."
Vasily said with a bitter face, "I’ve interacted with a few Middle Eastern officers and even investigated the combat capabilities of some armies firsthand. The conclusion is just ’bleh!’"
During the US-Soviet rivalry, the Soviet Union did heavily aid several Middle Eastern countries. They provided weapons, they provided advisors. Yet, Israel still exists today and has become a small superpower leader in the Middle East, which explains everything.
America’s aid to Israel is truly generous, but the Soviet Union wasn’t just playing around; they poured in real money and resources. If Soviet weapons were to blame for the failures, try giving the same weapons to the Huaxia army.
Gao Yang laughed softly and said, "It actually makes sense. Shah looks intimidating, but when they actually fight, they just turn out to be worthless. A pack of wolves can kill a tiger, but a flock of sheep, even when gathered, is still just a meal in the mouth of wolves."
Finishing his statement, Gao Yang clapped his hands confidently, "That’s it. Just this one reason is enough. We are going to Aden!"
Glolov hurriedly said, "Aden is doable, but now the Houthi forces are coming to us for help. We cannot let this opportunity slip away for nothing."
Glewatov said solemnly, "Iran will definitely step in. To gain more benefits, we still need to rely on Iran."
Gao Yang excitedly said, "Exactly. We need to take what we lack. If the Houthi forces don’t have it, let Iran provide it. Moreover, we must also get Grand Ivan some business. We want Russian goods; if Iran doesn’t have them, buy them from Grand Ivan!"
The group no longer discussed whether they should go to Aden but instead focused on what benefits they could gain by going there. They pondered things such as how to elevate the status of the Mercury Troops, how to give Satan more authority, and how to secure some benefits for Grand Ivan.
But just as the discussion was getting heated, Salim sent someone to invite Gao Yang, saying that Abdullah requested his presence for afternoon tea.
Gao Yang looked at his watch. He realized they had been discussing for just about two hours, implying that Abdullah only gave two hours for Gao Yang to contemplate before eagerly wanting to meet and have him express his stance.