How can I justify myself as a Magnate if I don't indulge myself?

Although Gu Heng was somewhat disappointed to hear this, he also expressed understanding...

Those who earn the title of ’Soldier King’ are treasured in every military district...

Such individuals, even if they choose to become bodyguards, are definitely the most promising ones, how could they possibly run off to become private bodyguards?

The very thought was completely the result of being misled by internet novels...

"So what have you arranged for me?"

"I can’t find you a Soldier King, but I’d never fob you off with just any ordinary security company. Have you heard of the Seal Royal Shield Security Consulting Company? Should be considered the top-tier security company in the country.

Their top bodyguards are all bona fide retired special forces. @@novelbin@@

We are just ordinary rich people, not state dignitaries or anything, so this level of security should be enough. After all, who would target us for no reason? It’s mainly about defending against those short-sighted, brainless hotheads."

"If you’re not busy now, how about I take you to their training ground for a visit?"

"Okay, let’s go take a look."

I have to travel overseas to unwind in a few days, so I still need to make the necessary preparations...

Abroad is different from home, where one hears about various shootings all the time. If you don’t protect yourself well, what’s the point of the system giving you more money?

.....

.....

An hour later.

At the entrance of a military restricted area on the outskirts of the capital, a McLaren P1 and a Ferrari 458 were parked side by side...

The guard at the entrance saw this scene and went over straight away, "Hello, this is a military restricted area, sightseeing is not allowed, please leave as soon as possible."

Jiang Wen, hearing the security guard’s words, said with a smile, "Buddy, I’ll just wait here a moment; someone will come to pick us up shortly."

Hearing this, the security guard took another look at their cars and said nothing more...

Just by the look of their cars, an ordinary person could tell right away that Gu Heng and Jiang Wen were no ordinary people...

If it had been just anybody else, they might have insisted on sending them away, but Jiang Wen told him someone was coming to pick him up, clearly indicating he had connections...

Guards are no fools; it’s not worth offending these two dignitaries before them, so after a brief word, the guard returned to his post.

Gu Heng, watching the guard return to his position, asked Jiang Wen with a puzzled look, "Didn’t you say we were going to the security company’s training ground?"

"That’s right, it’s right here."

Upon hearing this, Gu Heng once again set his eyes on the large words ’Military Restricted Area’...

Jiang Wen followed Gu Heng’s gaze, explaining with a smile, "Did you forget what I just told you about the owner of Seal Royal Shield Company’s identity? Their training ground is right here, sharing the same facility used by special forces.

You’ll see in a moment."

Just then, a stretch Humvee with a military license plate bearing red and black letters on a white background drove out from the gate, and a man in his 30s in the backseat rolled down the window and called out to Jiang Wen, "Jiang Wen, over here."

Jiang Wen turned toward the voice and, upon seeing the young man, excitedly shouted "Brother Lei" before pulling Gu Heng along with him.

The Humvee’s rear door suddenly opened, and Jiang Wen, with Gu Heng, climbed straight in.

"Gu Heng, this is Brother Lei, full name Ye Lei."

"Brother Lei, this is my friend, you can just call him Gu Heng like me."

Jiang Wen had always presented himself as the typical rich second generation, not exactly the type to walk with his nose in the air, but certainly not someone easy to speak to. Now seeing his obedient and sensible demeanor, Gu Heng was suddenly finding it a bit hard to adjust...

Is this still Jiang Wen?

But Gu Heng knew very well, for someone as arrogant and presumptuous as a second-generation like Jiang Wen to properly show respect and back down, Brother Lei in front of him must be a legitimate tough character...

If he wasn’t, could he have the company’s training ground set up beside a military restricted area?

Thinking this, Gu Heng also followed suit and called out, "Brother Lei."

Ye Lei waved his hand dismissively, "Anyone who comes here to have fun is a friend; there’s no need to be so polite. Besides, I heard from Xiaowen that you’re here to support my business, so there’s no need to be reserved."

"However, once the car enters the training base, if I’m not beside you, it’s best you don’t get out of the car. Just stay inside and watch. The management here is quite strict. It would be troublesome if an incident occurred and you were mistaken for a military spy. As for your cars, just park them at the entrance of the training base. I’ve already arranged for someone to keep an eye on them."

As he spoke, the vehicles resumed their journey into the training base...

Gu Heng could distinctly sense that Ye Lei’s tone toward him was distant, hinting that he was merely a client to him.

But Gu Heng didn’t mind...

He was here today primarily to find a bodyguard, not to forge connections.

Ye Lei might have an impressive status, but it had nothing to do with him.

Since he wasn’t interested in Gu Heng, Gu Heng wasn’t about to fawn over him either, nodding with a feigned smile on his face...

Within a few minutes, the seven-seater Hummer arrived at the open training ground...

"Ready! Fire!"

"Bang, bang, bang!"

Bullets exploded on the training ground like firecrackers. Read new chapters at Freewebnovel

In addition to target practice, there were also sparring sessions where groups of sun-tanned individuals shouted loudly, using various methods to spar with their partners...

And these sparring sessions were very different from what’s shown on television...

On TV, it’s like a turn-based fight, exchanging blows—one punch for you, one punch for me...

But their sparring was more like a real fight to the death. In just a short time, Gu Heng witnessed one man being beaten until he spat blood and was then taken away by a doctor who was standing by...

"Our training is for bodyguards, so it’s a bit more severe, as the tasks our company takes on are generally more difficult, even including missions to war zones in the Middle East and Africa. If a bodyguard’s capabilities are not up to par, it’s irresponsible to the client."

Seeing Gu Heng’s surprised expression, Ye Lei uncharacteristically offered an explanation.

"Brother Lei, are all the bodyguards in your company trained like this?"

Ye Lei shook his head with a smile upon hearing this, "You could say yes, and you could also say no."

"?

Gu Heng looked at him, puzzled.

"These are just newcomers who have recently joined our company. They must undergo six months of intensive training here before they can become official bodyguards. Moreover, those who leave this training camp can only take on ordinary tasks; they’re not suitable for special missions."

Saying this, Ye Lei turned to Gu Heng and asked, "What kind of bodyguard are you looking to find from me?"

"Why don’t you introduce me to some, Brother Lei? I’m really not clear about all the intricacies here."

Under normal circumstances, it wouldn’t be his place as the boss to introduce the business to Gu Heng, but Gu Heng had been referred by Jiang Wen, and Ye Lei also wasn’t busy at the moment, so he began to give Gu Heng a brief overview.

"Our company takes on high-end projects, and we have five types of bodyguards."

"The first type is for high-risk special operations; these individuals have backgrounds serving in special forces for over five years. They are proficient in various weaponry and motorcycle driving, knowledgeable in demolition, intelligence gathering, infiltration reconnaissance, survival in dire situations, rappelling, armed swimming, obstacle management, and combat killing skill. What you’re seeing now is the reserve training for this type of bodyguard.

The second type is for VIP protection; the backgrounds of these individuals include serving in special forces for more than two years. Proficient in the use of various weapons and motorcycle driving, skilled in risk assessment, counter-surveillance, emergency response, rapid evacuation, security planning, defeat the enemy with one move, international etiquette, international law, and basic medical knowledge.

The third type is for business; these individuals come from military backgrounds and are versed in business etiquette, medical knowledge, international laws and regulations, automobile driving, emergency response, defeat the enemy with one move, and potential threat elimination.

The fourth type is for temporary assignments; the backgrounds of these individuals are diverse. They usually work in groups and are often hired by domestic business owners to show presence at events.

The fifth type is the shadow or what is called in professional terminology, the ’hidden escort.’ They generally don’t appear in the client’s field of vision and only show up when the client encounters trouble. Once the obstacle is removed, they immediately retreat into the shadows, not affecting the client’s life or work. This type of bodyguard requires very high technical skills and is also the most expensive."

After listening to Ye Lei’s introduction, Gu Heng’s eyes widened in realization...

He had always thought bodyguards were like the ones in TV dramas, tall and strong men in suits, but he never expected there to be so many intricacies...

Seeing Gu Heng’s half-comprehending look, Ye Lei spoke again, "We have all five types of bodyguards ready in our company. If you’re interested, I can take you to have a look and you can pick one for yourself."

Gu Heng nodded at this.

No matter how much Ye Lei explained, it couldn’t compare to witnessing it for himself.