Free Web NovelChapter 1036: Chapter 405: Benefits of the Federation Clan (2)
Oil is a strategic reserve, and its value goes without saying.
Although Zhang Beixing hasn’t had close contact with the petroleum department, with his status, no one would oppose him granting some extraction rights.
Moreover, this time, the Federation Clan helped Great Xia improve such important machinery.
With the help of the people from the Federation Clan, the work was swift; in less than 20 minutes, everything usable in the cave was moved out.
After everyone left, Zhang Beixing suddenly turned around to look at the cave in front, a cold smile forming on his lips.
Seeing the smile on Zhang Beixing’s face, Leng Bing seemed to guess what was about to happen.
Just as Leng Bing was about to urge everyone to evacuate quickly, Zhang Beixing jumped up and punched directly above the cave.
Under Zhang Beixing’s immense strength, the cave instantly collapsed, with shattered rocks blocking the entrance, as if the cave had never existed.
"I don’t think it’s necessary to go this far, Minister."
Leng Bing couldn’t understand why Zhang Beixing had to destroy the place directly?
"I just don’t like those guys in the organization."
Such a reason might be hard to accept for others, but for Zhang Beixing, it seems perfectly reasonable.
And after Zhang Beixing and the rest left with the Federation Clan’s vehicles, a figure emerged from behind a nearby tree.
This person held a delicate box, and after opening it and seeing three bottles of blood left inside, a cold expression appeared on his face.
"Teacher, I will avenge you; these guys won’t be laughing for long."
Walker placed the items aside, kneeled to the cave collapsed by Zhang Beixing, kowtowed three times, then picked up the things and left.
On the way back, Richard had a respectful expression on his face as he looked at Zhang Beixing beside him and spoke.
"Minister Zhang, what are your plans for later?"
Richard’s words piqued Zhang Beixing’s interest; he knew well that Richard wasn’t the type to say unnecessary things.
"Just say what’s on your mind; we’re practically family now, right?"
This provocative statement by Zhang Beixing brought a delighted smile to Richard’s face.
"I don’t have any other requests; I just hope to follow by Minister Zhang’s side."
Richard’s request was unexpected for Zhang Beixing, and even Leng Bing and the others cast hostile glances at Richard.
Noticing the cold stares from those around him, Richard looked at Zhang Beixing with a bewildered expression, his small eyes filled with confusion.
However, despite Richard’s request, Leng Bing and the others refrained from directly throwing him out of the vehicle, showing him considerable face.
"Why do you want to stay by my side?"
Zhang Beixing was curious about Richard’s request.
Isn’t it comfortable enough to stay in your Federation Clan as a young master? Why put yourself through hardships?
"I just don’t want to be an ordinary heir."
Saying this, Richard couldn’t help but sigh.
Leng Bing, on the side, rolled his eyes at him in exasperation.
"What’s ordinary about being an heir to the Federation Clan? Many would die to have that title."
To others, Richard’s comment seemed a bit pretentious. But Zhang Beixing understood Richard’s reasoning.
"If I inherit the clan, no matter how hard I work, even if I lead the clan to greater glory, I’d still be an ordinary leader."
Saying this, Richard suddenly raised his head.
"But if I can follow you, I would become the most dazzling leader in Federation Clan’s history."
"Do you really believe that following me will change your life?"
Zhang Beixing smiled slightly, and the others followed suit with laughter.
On the surface, it seemed like mockery, but it was also a form of recognition from Leng Bing and the team towards Richard.
"If your grandfather agrees, I have no objections, but staying by my side means enduring hardship."
"I don’t care about that."
Having made this choice, Richard was naturally prepared.
"Alright, then I’ll visit your Federation Clan later, and then you can come with me."
Saying this, Zhang Beixing’s expression suddenly turned serious.
Seeing Zhang Beixing’s change in demeanor made Richard nervous too.
"But let me say this first, you won’t officially be recognized as a member by following me; at most, you’ll be a peripheral member of The Ninth Bureau."
To better manage The Ninth Bureau and for efficient division and classification, Zhang Beixing later divided The Ninth Bureau into inner and outer sections.
However, the division wasn’t about ranking people but rather for better management and expansion. Those with special abilities but lacking strength were placed in the peripheral section by Zhang Beixing.
These individuals, in certain aspects, had unique capabilities and were even more effective than some of the strong soldiers.
Thus, Richard being placed as a peripheral member naturally evoked a hint of jealousy from Leng Bing and the others.
After all, gaining formal membership in The Ninth Bureau took considerable effort, particularly for the second team members.
They underwent a rigorous selection process to initially achieve their outsider status, while this guy arrived and obtained such a qualification.
The straightforward Sun Xue looked at Zhang Beixing, asking with a righteous appearance.
"But, boss, we put in so much effort to be peripheral members, and this kid instantly becomes one."
"Yeah, is there something wrong with that?"
Zhang Beixing instinctively nodded, as if it was a given.
As an heir to the Federation Clan, Richard understood Great Xia’s language perfectly, but he hadn’t expected his so-called peripheral membership to be so esteemed.
"Could it actually be a prestigious status?"
Richard’s question left Leng Bing and the others at a loss for words.
Originally, they intended to leave a 42-size shoe mark on Richard’s 44-size face, but when they saw the pure stupidity in Richard’s eyes, they forgave him in their hearts.
"I don’t know if it’s prestigious, but he does have a superpower."
"A superpower?"
Seeing Zhang Beixing pretend to be mysterious, even Leng Bing was intrigued.
"Yes, the power of money!"
Zhang Beixing turned his head to look at Richard.
"But as a new team member, aren’t you going to bring us some gifts? We’re very poor."
Seeing Zhang Beixing’s serious demeanor, those unaware might genuinely believe The Ninth Bureau was impoverished.
But only Leng Bing and the others knew that The Ninth Bureau was the wealthiest among institutions. If they were poor, nowhere else could be rich.
Richard, however, didn’t care about this; as an heir to the Federation Clan, he wasn’t worried about Zhang Beixing asking for money, but rather feared him not asking at all.
So when Zhang Beixing proposed this, Richard almost didn’t hesitate, patting his chest in assurance.
"There’s a saying in your Great Xia, a meeting gift, so I’ll prepare my meeting gift this time."
Saying this, Richard took out a stack of checks from his lap, writing continuously before handing them to Zhang Beixing.
"Is this... a billion?"
