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Chapter 620 Hand over the people? Hand over your mother's head! Three dead? That kid did a good job!
On May 7th, the sky was just beginning to lighten.

Two civilian airliners hurriedly took off, soaring thousands of meters into the air and flying towards Luzhou.

Senlian Capital doesn't actually have many employees in Annan, while the two planes have a total of 374 seats.

Therefore, in addition to their own employees, the plane also carried employees from other Chinese companies, as well as a small number of Taiwanese businessmen.

"Brother Bao, the employee from that Taiwan steel plant died last night after being taken to the hospital."

After Tang Zhenzhe finished using the restroom, he returned to his seat, pointed to a bald-headed Taiwanese man in front of him, and whispered.

His eyes were filled with lingering fear.

I can't even imagine how many casualties would have occurred if Wang Liangpeng hadn't pulled out his gun to intimidate the protesters yesterday and allowed them to break through the barriers and storm the factory.

"Ah Zhe, it seems this matter has really blown up, and it will probably be difficult to calm down in a short time. Alas, all the results of our hard work over the past six months are probably gone now."

Zhang Yubao frowned deeply and sighed.

Tang Zhenzhe was also feeling bad, but then he thought that at least he had safely boarded the plane home.

At this moment, a businessman from Taiwan could no longer contain his emotions and suddenly broke down in tears.

"I've gotten separated from my wife and kids. I don't know if they escaped safely. Now I'm truly separated from my family. What should I do?!"

The Taiwanese businessman became increasingly distressed, crying and slapping himself in self-reproach.

A sense of sadness quickly spread throughout the cabin.

Meanwhile, the news media, which had initially thought it was just a small-scale protest and not worth paying attention to, were now shocked.

Because someone died!
As of now, one person has died, twenty-three people are seriously injured, and more than two hundred others have been injured.

What surprised the media even more was how quickly Senlian Capital reacted.

People back home had barely woken up when the employees evacuated from Annam were already almost in Luzhou.

This is firsthand information!

Reporters from major news media outlets flocked to Luzhou, including the National Daily and CCTV.

Especially when they heard that Chen Yansen had spent tens of millions to charter two passenger planes to not only bring back his own employees but also to take in some Taiwanese businessmen, they felt that this was undoubtedly an excellent publicity topic.

However, May 6 was just the beginning; Annan's protests gradually spiraled out of control.

Initially targeting only Chinese businesses, the eager Annamese then turned their attention to factories and shops owned by Temasek, Korea, and Hsinchu.

Annam's business environment, which it had cultivated for many years, has been completely destroyed in an instant!
Although inspectors have been taking to the streets to arrest people, there are simply too many troublemakers to catch them all.

In just half a day, more than 300 people were arrested.

Mimo, YouTube, and Facebook are filled with gory videos showing numerous factories and shops destroyed, some buildings set on fire, and thick black smoke billowing into the air.

……

……

Chen Yansen sat in the Hongqi L5, staring blankly out the window, clearly lost in thought.

Last night, Lazada's branch office in Annam was almost stormed by protesters.

Even after the Falcon security personnel fired warning shots, some people still rushed in regardless.

Finally, Li Ziqiao, the head of Fengjun Security, decisively opened fire, wounding eight ringleaders of the disturbance.

As a result, one person died and two were seriously injured.

Interestingly, the Annan Inspection Station actually demanded that Senlian Capital hand over its personnel.

"Hand over your mother's head!"

After cursing, Chen Yansen immediately arranged for Li Ziqiao and others to leave Annam by water, first going through Laos, and then heading to Siam.

At this moment, they were all on a plane bound for Nigeria.

The security personnel he could send to Southeast Asia were basically ruthless characters who had worked in Africa. This can be seen from Li Ziqiao's willingness to empty the magazine in one go.

As for handing over the person?

That is impossible!

Establishing Fengjun Security Company was absolutely the right decision!
Chen Yansen pondered to himself.

Having your own armed forces gives you confidence, even if you don't need them.

But if there isn't one, wouldn't we become lambs to the slaughter?

However, the strength of the Falcon was ultimately limited. After this incident, Chen Yansen felt even more strongly that in order to gain a foothold overseas, the security force had to be upgraded again.

Previously, the deployment of the Falcon was mostly concentrated in the core areas of Africa and Southeast Asia. Although the personnel and equipment configuration could cope with conventional risks, it was still somewhat inadequate when faced with a large-scale, out-of-control situation like that in Annam.

If Li Ziqiao hadn't been ruthless enough, the fate of Lazada's branch office would have been easy to imagine.

Thinking of this, he took out a new mobile phone and sent a long message to Bai Zhenshan, the head of Fengjun Security Company.

First, select a group of veterans with overseas duty experience and prioritize their deployment to Southeast Asia and Africa.
Secondly, a batch of individual combat weapons will be procured from the Arctic and deployed primarily in high-risk areas.

Finally, upgrade the equipment for all deployed security personnel.

Less than two minutes after the message was sent, Bai Zhenshan replied, "Okay, boss."

Upon seeing this, Chen Yansen put his phone away again.

"Boss, we've arrived at the airport," Xiao Li whispered a reminder.

Chen Yansen grunted in agreement, got out of the car, and walked towards the arrival gate, surrounded by security personnel.

When he arrived, the area outside was packed with media personnel.

As soon as the reporters saw Chen Yansen, they swarmed over like a tidal wave, their camera shutters clicking incessantly.

"Mr. Chen! May I ask how much Senlian Capital spent on this chartered flight? And why did you decide to accept Taiwanese businessmen?"

What will happen to Senlian Capital's assets in the Annam region?

"Some people in Annam claim that security personnel from Sen Lian Capital shot and wounded protesters. Is this true?"

A barrage of questions was thrown out, and the noise at the scene made it almost impossible to hear the conversation.

The security personnel of the Falcon used their bodies to separate the crowded people, leaving a passage.

Chen Yansen stopped in his tracks, not avoiding the camera, and said in a steady and powerful voice: "As a Chinese enterprise, Senlian Capital has the duty to lend a helping hand to our compatriots overseas when they are in danger, regardless of region."

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His words caused a moment of silence. Reporters quickly took notes, their cameras focused intently on his face.

Chen Yansen paused for a moment, then continued, "The security work for Senlian Capital is handled by the South African company, Falcon Security."

I believe the other party is a legal, law-abiding, and compliant company. As for the assault, I am unaware of it; it might be fake news. After all, as far as I know, Kofi Annan is a country with strict gun control.

They deny everything, refusing to admit anything even if you beat them to death.

Some people believed his words, while others scoffed at them.

Factories and shops in mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Korea, and Xiao Rizi suffered severe losses, and many employees were seriously injured. However, all the employees of Senlian Capital returned to Luzhou unharmed.

Without some "special means," how could one possibly escape unscathed from a chaotic situation?

The CCTV reporter stepped forward and handed over the microphone, asking seriously, "Mr. Chen, what will be the future of Senlian Capital's assets in Annam? Will you consider abandoning the local market?"

That's a very important question!

Senlian Capital is undoubtedly a leading private enterprise in China, wielding significant influence across various sectors including digital home appliances, e-commerce, logistics, batteries, and chips.

The reporters present were well aware that Chen Yansen's attitude would, to some extent, become a reference for other companies in judging the prospects of the Annamite market.

“If this is all the security is in Annan, Senlian Capital will withdraw from operations in the region entirely.”

Chen Yansen showed no mercy and spoke in an extremely harsh tone.

He kept the harsher words to himself.

For example, restricting Annamese people from using products under Senlian Capital, increasing the prices of Deep Blue batteries, Orange phones and Tiangong chips by 30% for the local market, and using industry influence to cut off chip supplies to Annamese.

Some things are better left unsaid; there's no need to bring them up in the open.

The reporter was taken aback by Chen Yansen's firm stance. After a few seconds of hesitation, someone pressed on, "Mr. Chen, what specific businesses will your 'complete withdrawal' include? Will it affect local companies that have already partnered with us?"

"From mobile phone direct sales stores to e-commerce platforms, from battery supply to chip cooperation, we will gradually withdraw from any business under Senlian Capital."

As for the local businesses I'm collaborating with, I can only apologize; the security situation in Annan has made me lose interest in continuing our partnership.

Chen Yansen said slowly.

Just then, employees of Senlian Capital, employees of other Chinese companies, and a small number of Taiwanese businessmen walked briskly out of the arrival gate.

The reporters reacted very quickly, swarming over in a flurry.

Tang Zhenzhe saw Chen Yansen waving at him from a distance, so he squeezed out with a shoulder bag on his back.

"Brother Sen! It's so good to see you!"

Having narrowly escaped death, Tang Zhenzhe hugged Chen Yansen tightly and said excitedly.

To be honest, no one was afraid of what happened last night.

"Did you poop in your pants, you little brat? It smells rancid and stinky."

Chen Yansen looked disgusted but laughed and joked.

"Do you think I dare to take a shower? From yesterday until early this morning, I only managed to doze off for a short while after boarding the plane. It was too exciting. Luckily, Wang Liangpeng from the security team had a prop gun, which intimidated several groups of people."

Tang Zhenzhe patted his chest, looking as if he was still shaken.

prop gun?
Chen Yansen chuckled softly; he hadn't expected Tang Zhenzhe to actually dare to think that way.

"Take a good rest for a few days after you get back," Chen Yansen said, patting Tang Zhenzhe on the shoulder.

"Boss!" Zhang Yubao, Wang Yajun, and the head of Lazada's Annam branch stepped forward and greeted them with gratitude.

After landing, they also read a lot of news.

Large numbers of Chinese businessmen and laborers are stranded in Annam, and their safety cannot be guaranteed.

Chen Yansen, however, immediately spent money to charter a plane, completely disregarding the potential losses.

Even if you suffer a little while working for a boss like that, you'll feel warm inside.

Zhang Yubao said with deep emotion, "Boss, we were able to return safely this time entirely thanks to your arrangements. If we had been a step later, we might have been trapped in Annam."

He saw the news; the situation in Annan was even more chaotic today.

Wang Yajun chimed in, "Last night, the factory was surrounded by troublemakers. I really thought we were going to collapse. Thankfully, the Fengjun security personnel held the gate, and Manager Wang even..."

He swallowed his words, not daring to mention firing the gun.

Chen Yansen patted the two men on the shoulder, glanced at the employees who were coming out one after another, and said gently, "Everyone has worked hard! Putting everything else aside, the administrative department has prepared hot meals and clean rooms for everyone. Go and rest first. We can talk about anything else after you've had enough rest."

As they were talking, several Taiwanese businessmen squeezed over, the one in the lead being the one who had broken down and cried on the plane.

Clutching the phone that had just connected, his face still streaked with tears, he bowed deeply to Chen Yansen: "Mr. Chen, thank you! My wife just messaged me saying they've arrived in Laos and will be able to transfer to a flight back to Taiwan tomorrow. If it weren't for your plane, I don't know where I'd be hiding right now!"

"You're too kind." Chen Yansen reached out and helped him up.

The other businessmen from Taiwan also stepped forward to express their gratitude, their words filled with thanks.

Afterwards, everyone who had returned from Annam walked into the parking lot, where the bus had been waiting for a long time.

Chen Yansen returned to his car and instructed Xiao Li to drive back to the company.

at the same time.

Li Junhui, along with store clerks and several local employees, guarded the entrance, protecting Orange Technology's largest directly operated store in Hanoi.

Local security personnel are also monitoring the branch office, so it's safe for now.

"Store manager, the company just issued a notice that you will receive a 10 yuan employee bonus, and everyone else's bonus for the second quarter will be doubled!"

A shop assistant held up his phone, excitedly syncing the moment.

The situation in Annam is getting worse!
Sun Huajun of the Foreign Affairs Association made three phone calls in a row and finally officially released the announcement at 1 p.m.

Just ten minutes later, the Southeast Region followed suit and announced the exercise.

Anyone with eyes can see that this is a warning to Annan for his inaction.

……

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"Three dead? That kid did a good job!"

Upon hearing the news, Li Qingsong's brows relaxed slightly; this was the best news he had received that day.

(End of this chapter)