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Tang Dao had come a long way from his humble beginnings, and he had no intention of stopping now. He relished the moniker of "The Lord of War," even if it came with a certain notoriety. To him, it was a badge of honor, a testament to his success in the world of international arms dealing.

As he read the headline in "World People Weekly" declaring that his most significant achievement was toppling Locke Martin, a sense of satisfaction washed over him. It was a reminder of the power he wielded, the influence he had over world events, and the wealth he had amassed.

Locke Martin, a rival arms dealer of considerable renown, had once been a formidable competitor. But Tang Dao's shrewd business acumen, his ability to adapt to changing circumstances, and his unwavering determination had allowed him to outmaneuver and eventually depose Martin from his lofty position.

For Tang Dao, every fighter, every weapon, and every deal was a means to an end. His focus was on profit, influence, and achieving his objectives. He had built a vast network of contacts, navigated the treacherous waters of international politics, and exploited the chaos of conflict zones to his advantage.

He was not just an arms dealer; he was a businessman who saw opportunities where others saw only risks. He had the ability to turn strife and turmoil into lucrative deals, and he reveled in the challenge.

In the world of arms dealing, Tang Dao was a force to be reckoned with. He was a man who had risen from obscurity to become a power player on the global stage. And as long as there were conflicts, wars, and those who sought to profit from them, Tang Dao knew that his place at the top was secure.

The world might bow down to him, or it might fear him, but one thing was certain: Tang Dao was a master of his craft, and he had no intention of relinquishing his position as the Lord of War.

The Strongest Arms Dealer

As Tang Dao returned home, he found Osborne and Robert sitting on the stairs, smoking cigarettes. Passersby glanced at them, a bit surprised by their presence. Osborne started to grumble with his foul mouth, but he quickly fell silent when he saw Tang Dao's grim expression. Both of them followed Tang Dao upstairs.

Tang Dao casually tossed his keys on the table and poured himself some tea. He glanced at Osborne and Robert, asking about the progress of their tasks.

Robert was the first to report, detailing how he had ordered 212 boxes of Erguotou from four different supermarkets and arranged for 200 empty soy sauce bottles to be collected. He also provided phone numbers for all the contacts, explaining that the alcohol would be delivered that night.

Osborne chimed in, mentioning that he had purchased industrial alcohol and caustic soda, but he had encountered some challenges. Only two chemical factories were willing to sell to them, and the prices were relatively high. Despite the expenses, they had acquired 240 kilograms of the necessary materials.

However, Osborne pointed out a potential issue: they would need at least ten people to complete the wine-mixing process effectively.

Tang Dao appreciated Osborne's decisive actions but acknowledged the challenge of finding enough workers for this task. Osborne had a solution in mind – he had contacted the director of an orphanage who would be willing to provide workers for a price.

Tang Dao agreed to pay the director $1,000 for their assistance. He also promised to provide a substantial bonus to both Osborne and Robert once the job was done.

With their tasks assigned, Osborne and Robert left to continue their work, leaving Tang Dao to focus on finding a middleman for transporting the goods. He contacted a German consulting company called "Nevins Consulting Company," which specialized in various services, including transportation and smuggling.

The company offered to help Tang Dao contact their Ukrainian counterparts for a fee of $2,000. Despite the steep price, Tang Dao considered it a reasonable investment due to the valuable connections it could provide.

After making the necessary arrangements, Tang Dao received instructions on how to proceed with the transaction. He would pay half of the fee upfront and hand over the remaining amount to their Ukrainian contact upon arrival in Lublin, Poland.

As night fell in Warsaw, Tang Dao ventured out to buy some roast chicken to serve as supper. He was bundled up in a warm coat, a family heirloom from his grandfather. Upon returning home, he found Osborne comfortably watching TV in his boxers, seemingly unperturbed by the cold.

Tang Dao offered him some supper, but Osborne mentioned that Robert was sleeping in the truck, which required monitoring due to potential thefts in the area.

Tang Dao decided to send Robert two bottles of wine later to keep him warm. They planned to set off at 2 o'clock in the morning for their operation.

Standing on the balcony, Tang Dao looked out into the Warsaw night. The city had changed, and it was no longer a place for those seeking an easy life. His current journey was driven by necessity rather than extravagance.

The night in Warsaw continued to deepen as Tang Dao contemplated the challenges ahead.

Chapter 6