55: Pan Han's plan

“However, you’ll have to keep it a secret for me for now; don’t tell Qin Laoda and the others,” Pan Han said softly.

“Don’t worry, Lord Pan.”

“Alright, I’ll go out and persuade them. After all, your two gangs have been enemies for a while, so it will take some convincing. Later, Qin Laoda might ask to have you locked up first. I hope you can bear with it for a few days.” As Pan Han spoke, he took another piece of chocolate from his pocket.

He Yong’s eyes widened when he saw the chocolate!

“Oh, Lord Pan! Look at you, you’re too kind. As long as the deal goes through, what’s there for me to be upset about?!”

Pan Han thought to himself, ‘This should be the last piece of chocolate in your life. Enjoy it.’

He told He Yong to sit down first, then turned and went out.

At the entrance, everyone quickly gathered around Pan Han when he finally came out.

“Lord, how was the talk?” Qin Zhong asked.

“Excellent!” Pan Han deliberately said loudly, then turned back and smiled, nodding at He Yong.

He Yong saw this and immediately waved back in response.

“Quiet, follow me. Cheng Xiao, close the door,” Pan Han suddenly whispered to everyone.

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately understood and followed Pan Han outside the main gate.

“I promised them 1,200 crates of canned food and 100 cartons of cigarettes. Not a single slave will be handed over, and Old Five will return safely.”

“Lord, isn’t that too much! With these things, the Iron Gang can recruit people and buy weapons. Once they grow stronger, they’ll be even harder to deal with,” Cheng Xiao said, a little anxious.

“Seventh Sister, why are you so anxious? Lord Pan hasn’t finished speaking yet.” Indeed, Qin Zhong was still the shrewder one.

“See? That’s why Qin Laoda can be a leader! You only grew breasts.”

Pan Han teased Cheng Xiao, then said seriously,

“1,200 crates of canned food are enough to fill a very large truck. They can’t possibly inspect each one. We’ll mix in some explosives disguised as canned food. When they’re unloading the truck, we’ll give them a big mushroom cloud!”

“Ah?”

Upon hearing this, everyone was greatly surprised. They all thought the two of them were just haggling inside, never imagining Pan Han had another plan.

“Lord! There are a few issues with this,” Qin Zhong said.

“Oh? What are the issues?”

“The Iron Gang has over 100 people. Even if we blow up a portion of them, the rest will come seeking revenge like rabid dogs.”

“I’ve thought of a way. Three days from now, we’ll get them all to gather together. At that time, one truck of canned food, half a truck of explosives. Do you have the confidence to send them to the afterlife?”

Everyone gasped again!

A way to get them all to gather together? How is that possible?

“Lord, half a truck of explosives should have a killing radius of about 70 meters. As long as they can gather within that distance around the truck, it should be enough.”

“So, is there enough explosive?” Pan Han asked.

“Don’t worry, Lord. We have enough various explosives and detonators here to make several hundred small bombs.”

“Hmm, that’s good then.”

“Lord, there’s another problem. You said you have a way to get them to gather, but who will stay to detonate the bomb? If no one stays to observe and it’s a timed detonation, the effect might be very poor,” Qin Zhong asked again.

“Three days from now, we’ll escort He Yong and the supplies to the Iron Gang base together. At that time, you all will take Old Five and leave! Stop 3 kilometers away from the base until the explosion occurs, then you can come back and pick me up,” Pan Han said, looking at the squad members.

“Ah??? Lord, you mean, you’ll stay??” Qin Zhong was immediately scared and shook his head frantically.

“Lord Pan! I’ll stay in your place!” Cheng Xiao also disagreed.

“Fifth Brother and I got into trouble together, I’ll stay!” Old Six immediately volunteered.

The other few also expressed their desire to stay.

Seeing everyone so willing to sacrifice themselves, Pan Han secretly praised the squad’s unity!

“If you stay, you might be blown up. I’ll be fine if I stay!” Pan Han patted everyone’s shoulders and stated the real reason.

“No, you are the backbone of the base. We cannot bear any risk to you.”

“This matter has been decided; no further discussion is needed! Let’s move on to the next topic.”

Pan Han said with absolute authority.

The others, hearing Pan Han’s resolute tone, had no choice but to give up.

“Dawn Squad, attention!” Pan Han saw that although everyone was silent, they still had some opinions internally, so he ordered loudly.

It was as if their internal DNA was activated; upon hearing the command, they immediately stood at attention.

“Order! Qin Zhong, Second Sister, Cheng Xiao are responsible for this outdoor operation. Go find Wei Monk and bring 4 more high-combat-power slaves. Three days from now, one truck, two off-road vehicles!”

“Yes!”

“Order! Third Brother, Fourth Brother! You are responsible for making the canned bombs. You must complete it within 48 hours! You can arrange for as many slaves as you need.”

“Yes!”

“Order! Old Six will remain at the base, awaiting our triumphant return.”

“…” Old Six, hearing that he couldn’t participate in the operation, stammered a bit and didn’t immediately agree.

“What? Do you have an opinion?” Pan Han knew Old Six was unhappy, so he raised an eyebrow and asked him.

“Lord, I want to go on the outdoor operation,” Old Six mumbled.

“I understand your feelings. Old Five went out with you and didn’t come back with you, so you feel a bit guilty. But this mindset might cause you to make mistakes and affect the entire operation. This time, we are striving to eliminate the Iron Gang in one go; there can be no hidden dangers! Do you understand?” Pan Han said seriously.

How could Old Six not understand Pan Han’s intention? He could only reluctantly agree.

“Are the tasks clear?” Pan Han’s gaze was firm as he swept over everyone.

“Clear!”

“Good, then let’s split up and get to work. Qin Laoda, you come back to the hall with me and detain He Yong. Give him good food and drink, but you absolutely must not let him know about our operation.”

“Yes!”

The Dawn Squad immediately disbanded and got to work.

After everyone left, Qin Zhong quietly asked Pan Han, “Lord, what method did you use to get them to gather together? Will they be that obedient?”

Pan Han smiled slightly and whispered something in Qin Zhong’s ear.

After listening, Qin Zhong revealed an aunt-like smile.

The two of them chuckled and returned to the hall. He Yong was smoking, and half a pack was almost gone!

“Oh, Lord Pan is back!” He Yong quickly stood up to greet him.

“Hmm, I explained the situation clearly to them. Qin Laoda also agreed. You’re smoking fast, here’s another pack.” Pan Han took out another pack of cigarettes from his pocket and threw it to him.

“Lord Pan is too generous. Thank you, Lord.” He Yong took the cigarettes and quickly put them in his pocket.

“He Yong, since our Lord and you have settled things, then for the next few days, you will stay put. We’ll take you when we’re ready, no objections, right?” Qin Zhong said.

“No problem, I understand the rules.”

“There’s a villa in the corner of the base; you’ll stay in there. Food and drink will be prepared for you, but you cannot come out. Otherwise, we’ll put a dog chain on you!”

“Lord Pan, please rein in Qin Laoda when you have a moment, he still has that bad temper!” Although He Yong was somewhat displeased, he did not refuse.

Qin Zhong called Old Six over, gave a few instructions, and Old Six escorted He Yong to the villa.

Before leaving, Pan Han specifically instructed Old Six in front of him that He Yong must be given good food and drink and not be neglected.