Chapter 1009: Zhang Cheng

In a valley somewhere in San Francisco,

industrious workers were busy transporting various construction materials and equipment.

Looking at the land that had already been roughly leveled, Zhang Cheng stood beside Xiao Enhua and asked, "How is the matter with the permits going?"

"We are already finding a way; there will be results soon. However, researching firearms is fine, but gunpowder..."

Looking at Zhang Cheng, an awkward expression appeared on Xiao Enhua's face.

"I know, the DuPont family, right? It's not like I haven't dealt with them before!"

Zhang Cheng smiled as he explained to Xiao Enhua.

Back then, when he was here, he had also had conflicts with the DuPont family over the issue of gunpowder.

Both sides paid a heavy price, but thanks to the strength of Krieg, the DuPont family eventually compromised.

After all, within half a year, both sides had lost no less than ten million US dollars.

And that was just the initial skirmish; not to mention the direct firefights and the bombing of factories.

Anyway, after one fight, the DuPont family felt there was no need for things to be this way, and Zhang Cheng also found them annoying, so both sides tacitly stopped.

As for why Zhang Cheng didn't wipe out the DuPont family, it was because they were smart; after the war started, they ran away directly and remote-controlled things from abroad. Even if Zhang Cheng wanted to find them, he couldn't!

This was also why, after fighting for more than half a year, everyone finally realized the problem of the losses outweighing the gains!

DuPont Family: Offend me? You want to take a "dirt plane"?

Far East Group: Krieg is inviting you out to go fishing!

"Hmm?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with suspicion, Xiao Enhua was surprised.

Because he hadn't expected that the other party had even dealt with the DuPont family!

However, what Xiao Enhua didn't know was that Zhang Cheng's so-called "dealing with them" meant both sides were killing each other according to a hit list!

Half a month later, everything was on the right track.

But there was still one person who made Zhang Cheng feel disgusted, and that was the fat deadbeat Feiyanggu.

Watching the person who had been squatting outside his manor, Zhang Cheng finally couldn't hold back that day, walked up to him, and asked, "What is your situation?"

"Arresting people!"

Looking up, Feiyanggu stared at Zhang Cheng with a face full of seriousness.

And upon hearing Feiyanggu's words, Zhang Cheng tilted his head and said, "Do you know who I am?"

"I know, Zhang Cheng, right? The President of the Far East Group. But I am a First Rank official of the Great Qing..."

Just as Feiyanggu began to speak, Zhang Cheng squatted down in front of him and said, "Are you annoying or what? Huh, are you annoying? If you weren't a Far East person, I would have buried you in the dirt by now!"

Looking at Feiyanggu, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but explain.

"Killing a court official is a capital crime. I'm warning you, don't mess around!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng, Feiyanggu became vigilant.

Because he also knew about the things Zhang Cheng had done recently, which was sending the entire Grant family away.

Don't look at how quiet and gentle the other party appeared; when it came to doing things, he really didn't leave any room for maneuver!

"You damn well use Qing Dynasty laws to manage my people in San Francisco!"

Patting Feiyanggu's head, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but get angry.

And just at this moment, Feiyanggu's stomach growled.

Watching this scene, Feiyanggu raised his head awkwardly and said, "I haven't had any silver lately! My stomach isn't full!"

"You... hurry back. Maybe you can still catch the Great Qing Dynasty announcing its demise!"

Looking at Feiyanggu, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but complain.

However, before leaving, Zhang Cheng looked at Feyanggu and still tossed out a gold coin, saying, "Go get something to eat! Stop squatting at my doorway!"

Looking at the gold coin on the ground, Feyanggu remained silent for a long time, but in the end, he took advantage of the fact that no one around was paying attention and picked it up.

Several days later in the town of Big Whiskey,

When Zhang Cheng arrived at the mine, he discovered that there were clearly many more converted vampires here.

"It is a great pleasure to see you again, Boss!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with a face full of excitement, Victor walked out, his eyes filled with a burning gaze.

Because even he had not expected that the person who respected his knowledge would actually be a man from the Far East!

Looking at Victor beside him, Zhang Cheng sniffed and said, "Have you been digging up coffins again recently?"

"Isn't it because I lack experimental subjects? I am currently cracking the mystery of human immortality!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng earnestly, Victor could not help but become excited.

Upon hearing Victor's words, Zhang Cheng opened his mouth to say, "Aren't there experimental subjects right there? Why do you still need to go dig them up!"

"No, no, no, the structure of vampires is different from us humans; they were already 'dead' the moment they were converted!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng, Victor could not help but become serious.

Hearing Victor's words, Zhang Cheng smiled and said, "That is indeed true. In that case, let's use living subjects for the experiments!"

Casually pointing at a certain Negro, Zhang Cheng turned around and said, "For the greater good, all sacrifices are correct, right?"

"You are absolutely right!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng happily, Victor began to smile.

Because he had wanted to do this all along, but unfortunately, all the slaves here were Zhang Cheng's "property." If he acted on his own, he would definitely have his head smashed in by Krieg, which is why he had guided Zhang Cheng to say that!

Looking at Victor behind him, how could Zhang Cheng not know his thoughts? But did he mind? No, Zhang Cheng never minded the attrition!

It was only a dollar less each day; he was wealthy and could afford it! At worst, he would just recruit more people!

Deep in the underground, James was swinging a pickaxe listlessly, but he was struck on the back by a whip.

Crying out in pain, James immediately roared, "Enough! I am a noble vampire, not one of these damn Negroes!"

Hearing James's words, the other vampires looked at James one after another.

Because, come to think of it, they were all converted by James and his companions; they were their "masters"!

But now, who among them was having a better time than the others?

Facing James's roar, Zhang Cheng, who had just walked in from outside, smiled and said, "It seems you are living quite well, James!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng who had appeared before him, James's entire body could not help but tremble. Instinctive fear made him not dare to look directly at the man before him!

"How about doing me a favor? I will let you leave!"

Gazing at James, Zhang Cheng smiled.

"You are willing to let me go?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng in disbelief, James immediately became excited upon hearing this sentence.

"Of course, I am a man of my word!"

Watching James smile, Zhang Cheng could not help but approach with his hands behind his back.

"What do you want me to do? I am willing to do anything!"

Facing Zhang Cheng, James could not help but smile at this moment, revealing sharp fangs.

"I want you to help me rescue someone. His name is Nikola Tesla. Also, I don't need anyone else to know about this matter! Do you understand?"

Speaking to James, Zhang Cheng could not help but narrow his eyes.

"I understand. I will kill all the witnesses!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng excitedly, James could not help but become agitated.

"Very good. It seems you understand what I mean!"

Looking at James with satisfaction, Zhang Cheng could not help but nod.

However, as for whether James would be able to leave after finishing this task, that would depend on whether Zhang Cheng was willing.

After all, although he was a man of his word, Krieg had not agreed to it!

"When do we set off? I can't wait any longer!"

Gazing at Zhang Cheng, James's eyes were full of longing.

And upon hearing James's words, Zhang Cheng smiled and said, "In two days, I will have everything arranged!"

Turning to leave the pitch-black underground, Zhang Cheng tilted his head and said, "Keep a close watch. If anyone tries to escape, then kill them!"

Hearing Zhang Cheng's words, the Kriegs immediately nodded, then stared at the pairs of scarlet eyes in the darkness.

(End of chapter)