Soon, it was nine in the evening and the Feast of the Gods began.
Nathan represented a few small-scale arms dealers from his nation. With July's list of goods in one hand and Penny's hand in the other, he led Colin and Frida onto the red carpet and entered the hall.
Meanwhile, July and his men entered the hall too. However, they were only allowed to watch from the outermost rim of the event together with the other small-scale arms dealers. They were not allowed to access the central forum.
At that moment, Spencer Tucker, who was dressed in a white suit, held a wine glass in his hand as he chatted intimately with a few other foreigners.
Grinning, he said to an African warlord, "Mr. Mohamed, I have prepared all the weapons you requested for in your letter."
"Once we agree on the price, the deal will be sealed."
When Mohamed was about to reply, a tall man with eyes that gleamed like stars suddenly appeared in front of them. He said with a smile, "Mr. Mohamed, I too have the weapons you need, I think we can have a chat."
Mohamed and the others were stunned.
When Spencer saw Nathan, he was shocked. "Nathan, why are you here?"
Hiding his smile, Nathan replied, "Since I know you're here, I came over to say hi and return all the favors I owe you."
Hearing that, Spencer's expression darkened.
He was well aware that Nathan was there to make things difficult for him.
Lowering his voice, he asked, "Nathan, tonight is the Feast of the Gods. What are you really up to?"
Nathan replied with a smile, "I'm here to trade too and make some pocket money."
Leaning closer, Nathan whispered in
Spencer's ear, "By the way, my men hijacked your goods just now. They're now in my hands. Just treat it as me collecting the debts that you owe."
What!
Spencer stared at Nathan in both shock and anger.
At the same moment, one of his men scrambled up to him and reported anxiously, "Mr. Tucker, something bad has happened. Our goods have been seized..."
Raising his hand, Spencer replied angrily, "Save it, I already know."
Glaring at Nathan, he fumed, "Nathan, damn you! We'll see about this!"
With that, he ordered his followers, "Let's go!"
Nathan replied with a smile, "Have a safe journey. When I'm free, I'll pay you a visit and we can settle off the remaining debts of yours."
Spencer froze for a moment before leaving with his men.
When Mohamed and his subordinates saw Spencer leave, they were shocked.
Chasing after them, he yelled, "Mr. Tucker, what about our deal..."
Holding back Mohamed, Nathan smiled and said, "Hello, Mr. Mohamed, Spencer won't be able to provide you with the goods anymore. Coincidentally, I have what you need. Why don't we have a chat?"
Hearing that, Mohamed was stunned as he looked at Nathan. Not recognizing him, Mohamed wondered if he was a new major arms dealer that he wasn't aware of.
Not only was Mohamed shocked, even those standing at the outer rim, including July, were all astounded.
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