Chapter 48: Bullseye Dead, Forcing Kingpin's Hand (For the Love of It) 4000
Bullseye, wearing his leather jacket, stood outside the Factory Building with his arms crossed, watching the flames inside with fierce eyes.
Although this Drug Production Facility was a trap set to lure the two vigilantes, the goods and workers inside were real.
If he let these two rats escape, he'd have a hard time explaining it to Boss Kingpin.
Bullseye waved his right hand, and fully armed Gunmen rushed into the Factory Area.
Tang Song, observing from the perspective of the high-altitude drone released by Kane, saw that this small flour factory was surrounded by at least several hundred people.
It was clear that Kingpin was truly ruthless in dealing with the two troublemakers.
However, from Tang Song's perspective, what was more interesting was that outside Kingpin's several hundred gunmen, Kane and his men had them surrounded.
"Bang!"
A single gunshot rang out, and the immense impact of a magnum bullet directly took off half of Bullseye's head.
"Thud!"
Bullseye, who had just been full of vigor, swayed and fell to the ground.
Before he died, his hand didn't even have time to reach for his prized throwing knife.
"Move out!"
Kane pulled the bolt of his sniper rifle and issued the command through the command channel. At the same time, he aimed his sniper rifle at the next target.
"Bang!"
"Pfft pfft pfft pfft..."
"Da da da"
"Da da da..."
The dozen or so gunmen following Bullseye hadn't even recovered from the shock of their boss being shot in the head.
A series of dense bullets mowed them down.
Suppressed assault rifles fired precise single shots and three-round bursts, achieving accurate and efficient point kills.
Dozens of carefully selected elite soldiers, slightly crouched, used the cover of night to attack an enemy ten times their number.
Kingpin's gunmen were caught completely off guard by the sudden attack from behind.
By the time they reacted, dozens of their own men had already fallen.
"Kill them, there aren't many of them!"
In the darkness, these gang gunmen fired wildly behind them.
But in the thick darkness, aside from the muzzle flashes, the surroundings were pitch black. They could see nothing except the 'pfft pfft' of suppressed gunfire from the other side and the screams of their own men being hit.
A fat white man wearing a large gold chain and a white hip-hop T-shirt yelled while brandishing a handgun from behind a wall, trying to turn the tide.
"Bang!"
A magnum bullet directly penetrated the three-centimeter-thick hollow brick wall, opening a bloody hole in his temple.
Thud! The fat man's corpse slid down the wall. Click. Kane pulled the bolt, aiming at the next target.
...
Tang Song sat on the sofa in the Hall of the Manor, his head resting in Skye's arms, enjoying the real-time footage of the flour factory projected before him.
The overhead view from nearly twenty military drones allowed Tang Song to clearly see everything happening at the flour factory.
Including the engagement between the two sides.
Kingpin had sent nearly three hundred gunmen. It could be said that he had truly gone all out to deal with the two troublesome vigilantes.
However, gang gunmen who hadn't undergone military training were only good at fighting when things were going their way.
Fighting in the dark without night vision goggles, they weren't much better than the armed men in Africa.
They just randomly hid behind a Bunker, firing chaotically outwards.
In contrast, Kane's soldiers were equipped with full bulletproof gear, including two layers of bulletproof steel plates. Ordinary rifle bullets couldn't penetrate their bulletproof vests at all.
This allowed them to kneel and make precise shots without any reservations, even under enemy fire.
Moreover, with night vision goggles, they could easily see the gang gunmen, while the enemy couldn't see them.
Their standard issue M4A1 carbines also provided superior firepower compared to the various stove pokers the gang gunmen carried.
Dozens of soldiers, in groups of three, using three-man military tactics, were like hunting dogs moving through the darkness, dragging enemies one by one into the Abyss of death with their gunfire.
"Kane's criteria for selecting people isn't bad!"
The gunfire gradually stopped. Tang Song checked the time and clapped his hands in satisfaction.
Less than fifteen minutes had passed since he gave the attack order.
And through the footage transmitted by the drones, the entire Factory Area, except for a few scattered stragglers, had been cleared by Kane's men.
"They are elites selected from retired soldiers from various countries, absolutely worth the salary the Boss is paying!"
Lane chimed in from the side.
Tang Song rubbed his chin and said, "Lane, I naturally trust your and Kane's abilities. After all, you were the instructors of the famous Black Demon.
However, since the Security Company has been established, once things in New York are settled, arrange for Kane and his men to take on some jobs outside to get some activity!
Things have been quite frequent in New York recently. If it weren't for our new Governor suppressing it, Commissioner Thomas would have already come knocking!"
"Boss, you mean?" Lane slightly rose from the sofa, leaning forward.
"Tomorrow, arrange a meeting with our Commissioner Thomas for me. Just say I have a big gift for him!"
...
"This is a Trap!"
Matt Murdock gripped his blind cane, listening to the chaotic gunfire outside.
"Figured that out!" Frank snorted impatiently.
"If it weren't for your damn overflowing sympathy, we would have escaped by now!"
The warm qi flow circulated through his body, and the effect of the flashbang grenade on him had been reduced to a minimum.
Frank crouched by the wall, reloading his handgun while adjusting his breathing rate.
The speed of his heart and lungs' fluctuations was gradually increasing with his breathing rate.
Beneath his skin, a faint crimson light was flowing.
"Another group of people has arrived outside!"
Listening to the chaotic gunfire outside, Matt Murdock twitched his ears.
"Take this, you go first. With this evidence, it's enough to send Kingpin to prison!" Frank listened to the gradually stopping gunfire outside, knowing that the Boss's men had arrived.
He casually took a black USB drive from the inside pocket of his jacket and handed it to Matt Murdock.
"??"
Matt Murdock took the USB drive from Frank, unsure what to say.
In the past few days, he and Frank had worked together to destroy three of Kingpin's Drug Production Facilities and disrupt over a dozen of his transactions.
All for the sake of finding evidence to dismantle Kingpin's vast criminal empire.
"Trust me, Matt, the law cannot judge Kingpin, only this can!"
Frank pointed to the gun in his hand, patted Matt Murdock's shoulder, and stood up to walk outside.
"Frank, the law is made to regulate everyone, and no one can violate it! Not even Kingpin, I will definitely bring him to the Court of Law!"
Matt Murdock looked at Frank's retreating back and shouted loudly.
"Then good luck!" Frank raised the gun in his hand and waved.
...
Early the next morning, a figure with a large bald spot on his head, a kind smile, looking like a friendly neighborly father, drove an old Chevrolet sedan into Tang Song's Manor.
Tang Song and Lane quickly went to greet him.
The old man got out of the car and walked towards Tang Song with a smile.
"Chinese Tang, long time no see. I didn't expect that in just over a year, you've almost become a gang leader in New York. It's truly hard to imagine?"
The old man was wearing a clean grey suit and black leather shoes. The style was a bit old-fashioned, but it was well-maintained, giving him an impression of being traditional, conservative, but trying hard to maintain his appearance.
Tang Song smiled warmly at this "old friend" and said, "I owe it all to you, otherwise, I wouldn't know where I'd be making a living these past two years, haha. Mr. Commissioner, please, let's go inside and talk."
Thomas stopped cautiously, scanned Tang Song for a moment, and said softly:
"You people from The East often say, 'nothing good comes without a reason.' Heh heh, Tang, if there's something, you'd best make it clear beforehand. I'm not sure I can help you!"
Tang Song bowed slightly with a smug look and said, "No, no, you misunderstand, Commissioner Thomas. I am merely acting as a good legal citizen, providing criminal evidence of some criminals to Commissioner Thomas of the New York Police Department (NYPD)!"
Thomas glanced at Tang Song, frowning slightly: "Tang, what do you mean by this?"
Tang Song shrugged frankly and said:
"It's very simple. Someone will soon provide the New York Police Department (NYPD) with criminal evidence against Kingpin. I hope you can do me a small favor."
Thomas snorted, "Are you kidding me? I am a Police Officer in New York, and you are an Important Figure in the New York gangs. We're talking about a deal?
Am I deepening friendly relations with the gangs, or are you bribing and threatening a Federation Police Officer like me?"
"Tang, the Cleaners exist because the city of New York needs them. This job can be done by you, or it can be done by anyone!"
Tang Song glanced at Thomas: "You are right, but I heard you've been campaigning for a state legislator position recently?"
Tang Song said softly, "You must have heard recently... right? You are an Important Figure, especially given your authority, you must know something about me?"
Thomas was silent for a moment. He had heard that Tang Song, this gang leader, had surprisingly transformed into a favored guest of the Governor.
And two years ago, the down-and-out Tang Song was just an insignificant gang leader in front of him.
Tang Song said without hesitation, "Commissioner Thomas, I am a legal citizen who simply wants to help the Federation eliminate a gang leader? Think about it, if Kingpin's criminal empire falls into your hands, what kind of reputation will you gain? By then, let alone state legislator, even congressman, with your reputation, what's impossible?"
Thomas looked up and assessed Tang Song: "Tang, you have your sights set on Kingpin's position. You want to pull him off his throne and wear the crown yourself! Your ambition is truly unlike an Easterner. The Easterners I remember are all very humble and polite."
"I'm afraid I cannot help you, Tang. Everything is decided by Federation law. If Kingpin is guilty, a Federation judge will try him."
Listening to Thomas's official tone,
"Humble, polite," Tang Song cursed inwardly.
In the Federation, where it's a naked comparison of power, being humble and polite means being weak and easily exploited. Many times, showing a gun is more convincing than a humble and polite face.
Tang Song clapped his hands together, his tone turning somewhat cold:
"Mr. Thomas, you could have gained a friend like me, a powerful friend, but you gave it up... What good does that do you? Why don't you consider it, hmm?"
"You understand, no matter what we do, we need some powerful partners."
Thomas blinked his eyes, looking at Tang Song.
Tang Song said directly, "Five million US dollars. I'll donate five million US dollars to renovate the New York Police Department (NYPD) office building? How about it, are you satisfied? Five million US dollars can make the entire building look brand new."
Lane wisely walked away, retreating a dozen steps to the side to look at flowers and plants or something.
Thomas looked left and right, and said softly, "Five million US dollars? It's not a small sum, but it's not enough to renovate our office building, understand?
The funding for the office building is allocated directly from above, hmm? Five million US dollars... Hmph."
Tang Song smiled, saying warmly, "Look, I am a frank person. Let's not worry about that damn office building, let it go to hell...
Five million US dollars, opening a small account in a Swiss Bank. This money is enough to buy a comfortable and spacious villa on the Swiss Lakeside... just a little something, hmm?"
Thomas pondered for a long time: "You swear?"
Tang Song nodded, saying solemnly, "I swear in the name of the Holy Father, I will not leak any information, and I will not do anything to harm you. I will still need your care in the future."
The corner of Thomas's mouth curved slightly upwards: "Then, I will designate the account."
Tang Song nodded and said, "The money will be in the account within two days."
Thomas let out a long sigh and said, "You understand, in a sensitive position like mine, I sometimes need to violate a little principle. I need some powerful friends, as you said...
Perhaps, there will be some things in the future that require your help. Hmm? I have no choice, I cannot refuse your request, can I?"
Tang Song smiled, kept smiling: "I understand, I can comprehend your feelings, and at the same time, I am very grateful that you have given me this honor."
Thomas stepped back a few paces: "What do you need me to do? Help you take down Kingpin? He's not that easy to deal with, there are Important Figures protecting him from above!"
Tang Song smiled: "In a few days, someone will submit criminal evidence to the Police Department. Your Police Department will proceed according to procedure to prosecute Kingpin. I want to know Kingpin's location!"
Thomas blinked, seemingly understanding Tang Song's intentions.
He quickly whispered, "Remember that account number, the number is ×××××××..."
Tang Song quickly took out a small notebook and jotted it down, then said, "Don't worry, I will destroy this piece of paper."
...
"Boss, what if Kingpin keeps hiding and doesn't show up?"
Tang Song and Lane stood together, watching the old Chevrolet sedan drive away.
Lane asked somewhat puzzled.
Tang Song took out a cigar, lit it, and said, "He won't. Our Mr. Kingpin has been working hard to legitimize himself these past two years, wanting to become a true member of the Federation's upper class. He will definitely not allow any stain on his record, even though everyone knows he is the Federation's biggest gang leader."
"But in the eyes of the law, he is still innocent! As innocent as an unmarried maiden!"
"Right, spend money to hire the best lawyers and media, and build up the momentum," Tang Song said, puffing on his cigar, "Let the entire Federation know about this gang leader, force him to come out and clear his name!"
(End of Chapter)