Mining And Construction Tycoon [EN]: Chapter 57

57. Let’s Go Back to Korea (1)

Everyone was startled and jumped to their feet.

[But benefactor, what’s all this about? No…]

[The construction isn’t even finished yet.]

Tae-soo smiled gently.

[I think my work here is done.]

The limestone mine is running smoothly, and the cement factory is a huge success.

Thanks to the Bedouins, who are hardworking and physically strong, the construction is progressing rapidly day by day.

They overcame the initial difficulties well, and from now on, they just need to keep going as they are.

[Hollow Cheeks will finish the construction here in my place.]

[That skinny guy…]

Everyone knows how well Hollow Cheeks works.

He gets along well with the Bedouins, listens to their concerns, and comforts them.

That’s why everyone likes Hollow Cheeks.

Except for the women, of course.

[I trust that the rest of you will work together to complete the remaining construction.]

Tae-soo smiled and stood up.

[Then, please keep that in mind. Let’s keep it a secret from others for the time being.]

The leaders couldn’t help but feel disappointed.

The time they spent with Tae-soo, though short, was precious.

[Are you not coming back?]

[You’ll be back soon, right?]

[It’s too sad to part like this.]

Thanks to Tae-soo, the tribes that once threatened each other with swords have reconciled.

They share soup cooked in one pot in a village, stand guard together, and work on construction together.

The man who built wells and waterways without worrying about drought, and brought water in tankers.

The Bedouins bowed to Tae-soo at a 90-degree angle.

It was a Korean-style greeting that Tae-soo often did.

[We will be waiting.]

[I’ll be back soon. So, let’s part with a smile and meet again with a smile.]

Tae-soo declined the farewells again and left the tent.

Then, an arm subtly wrapped around his waist from behind.

Tae-soo instinctively subdued the person who wrapped their arm around him and pinned them to the ground.

[It hurts.]

The dancer looked like she was about to cry.

Tae-soo helped the dancer up.

[Was it you?]

The dancer looked at Tae-soo with teary eyes.

[Are you going back to your country? So soon?]

[Did you hear?]

Even as Tae-soo brushed the sand off her, she just kept looking at him.

Her beautiful eyes were shining sadly.

[Are you upset?]

Tae-soo put his arm around her waist.

Just like she did to Tae-soo earlier.

[Isn’t there anywhere you want to go today? Shall we go see Eagle Rock again?]

She quietly shook her head.

[You said that if I tell you what I want honestly, you’ll grant it.]

She whispered to Tae-soo.

[I shouldn’t stop you from leaving, right?]

She smiled brightly with teary eyes.

[But I’m going to stop you from leaving tonight. That’s okay, right?]

[If you wish.]

[Let’s go to my tent.]

[Let’s.]

Tae-soo picked her up in a flash.

Her tent wasn’t far away.

While going to the tent, Tae-soo quietly listened to her words whispering in his ear.

He wanted to grant everything she wanted.

[Do you know what?]

She said, playing with Tae-soo’s lips.

[I’ve always kissed you first?]

Her wish returned as a kiss that seemed to devour him.

Tae-soo returned an intense and deep kiss to the point where she couldn’t even breathe properly.

Thud.

He laid her down on the bed.

After the intense kiss that lasted for a long time ended, she whispered once more.

[I’ve always taken off my clothes first too.]

Then Tae-soo took off his shirt in one swift motion.

She hugged Tae-soo tightly.

[I’m happy. You’ve always made me happy. You’re a really special man.]

She said, placing Tae-soo’s hand on her chest.

[I’ll remember this feeling. I’ll remember you forever.]

Tae-soo spoke to her first for the first time.

[It seems like tonight will be an unforgettable night. I will remember you too.]

She smiled faintly.

[I’m honored.]

* * *

The next day.

A group of Koreans came to find Tae-soo at the road construction site.

Their armament was unusual, and it stood out even from a distance.

‘The special agents Cha Ki-beom dispatched have arrived.’

The special agents approached Tae-soo, guided by Song Chang-joon.

The man who stood at the front said.

“My code name is Captain. Please call me that from now on.”

“Nice to meet you. I am Kang Tae-soo.”

“I have heard the whole story from Chief Secretary Cha.”

“Then the story will be simple.”

Captain looked at Tae-soo with displeasure.

“We were dispatched to the Middle East because of the mess you stirred up. You will have to pay the price for bothering us.”

It was a provocative remark.

“That’s a misunderstanding. I didn’t call you. The President sent you.”

For image improvement.

To play to the media.

“Captain, it was nice meeting you. Then, you can complete your mission safely and return home tomorrow.”

“What?”

The special agents frowned.

“What do you mean?”

“As of yesterday, we have secured the identities of all 12 executives of Samwon Construction.”

The special agents’ eyes shook violently.

‘Song Chang-joon deliberately didn’t say anything.’

Tae-soo looked back at Song Chang-joon.

Song Chang-joon had already sent a telegram to Cha Ki-beom last night.

-We have secured the identities of all 12 missing Samwon Construction executives.

-We will return them with the special agents as soon as they arrive.

It seemed that Song Chang-joon hadn’t said anything to the special agents until now.

‘He must be resentful of Cha Ki-beom and the special agents.’

Song Chang-joon shrugged his shoulders at Tae-soo’s gaze.

Tae-soo chuckled and looked back at the special agents.

“Since the South-North Red Cross talks are being held in Seoul, they said they have to return quickly, so we decided to actively cooperate.”

“Cooperate?”

“Yes, we have prepared various things for you. You can take the plane you came to the Middle East with this time. Then, let’s hurry.”

Tae-soo glanced at his wristwatch and said.

“Secretary Song, what time is the plane to Korea scheduled to depart?”

“7 a.m. tomorrow.”

Song Chang-joon added maliciously.

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will fully support you. For that reason, I have already booked all of your plane tickets. Here, take them.”

Song Chang-joon gives them plane tickets.

It is really scheduled to depart tomorrow morning.

The special agents’ expressions changed.

“Do you think this is possible? It’s about searching for people who have been missing in the desert for several months.”

“It would have been impossible normally. But I have secured the identities of all 12 Samwon Construction executives and gathered them in one place. Is it still impossible now?”

Captain was speechless and closed his mouth.

After a while, he shouted loudly.

“First, confirm the situation! Everyone, get on board!”

Captain turned his body.

He secretly handed something to Tae-soo as he passed by.

It was a note.

“Move to the destination!”

As expected, trained special agents run really fast.

They have already boarded the military transport truck prepared by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Tae-soo looked back at Song Chang-joon and smiled.

“Are you good at taking pictures?”

“Of course. What else would I be doing here? My job is to take pictures of the ambassador and send them to the newspaper.”

He is trustworthy.

Tae-soo secretly unfolded the note he received from Captain.

* * *

They arrived at the Bedouin village.

“It is an operation to rescue and recapture Korean citizens who were kidnapped in the Middle East by special agents.”

Song Chang-joon is diligently flashing the camera.

I can’t stop it because that will be the evidence of the operation.

The special agents follow the Bedouins who are kindly guiding them.

“Now, we are entering inside.”

The special agents opened the tent.

The 12 Samwon Construction executives are sprawled on the floor and then get up groggily.

“Oh? Did you really come?”

“Are we going home now?”

“Did you come to rescue us? From the Korean government?”

The special agents raise the rejoicing Samwon Construction executives one by one.

People with disheveled hair due to the aftermath of the dogfight, bruises and scratches here and there, and even nosebleeds.

The special agents who checked the people’s appearance glared at the Bedouins.

“To abuse prisoners.”

Then 7 people jumped up and shouted loudly.

“Oh, don’t say such a thing! These are injuries we got from fighting among ourselves.”

“These people are really grateful people. They ran to rescue us who were stranded in the desert!”

“How kindly they have protected us all this time! Apologize quickly!”

They came to the Middle East with firm determination from Korea.

But the reality is, why is it so different?

“Captain, what on earth is going on?”

“We came to complete the mission. And we have now safely achieved the mission.”

The special agents’ expressions changed.

“Captain, are you declaring the end of the operation now?”

“That’s right.”

Just in time, Tae-soo came in carrying a safe.

“Indeed. You are excellent. Your cool decisions are good.”

He says, handing the safe to Captain.

“All of their passports are in here. Then, please take care of them.”

Captain received the safe without a word.

Captain looked at the Samwon Construction executives, Tae-soo, the Bedouins, and the special agents for a moment.

He said to Tae-soo.

“The mission has been successfully completed. Thank you very much for actively cooperating with the operation.”

“Since the mission was terminated early, the special agents’ operational capabilities will stand out even more. His Excellency will be very satisfied.”

He probably will be.

-Safely rescue and return the kidnapped citizens with quick operation execution!

It is enough to come back with Park Jung-hwan’s target title firmly attached.

The process is not important.

The result is what matters.

“It’s as Mr. Kang Tae-soo said. We will return home on the plane tomorrow morning.”

At those words, the Samwon Construction executives cheered.

“We’re finally going home!”

The last wish has been fulfilled.

Captain looked back at his subordinates and said.

“We are going back to the accommodation now.”

Captain turned his body.

Tae-soo also secretly handed something to Captain.

It was a note.

* * *

The special agents who returned to the accommodation.

They are about to return home with the Samwon Construction executives tomorrow morning.

“Captain, it seems like the time spent moving on the plane is shorter than the time spent carrying out the operation. I feel like I’ve been played.”

Captain frowned.

“Quiet. The operation has been successfully completed.”

Captain handed out the room keys to each person.

“We will be returning in a few hours. So, everyone, go back to your rooms now.”

“Yes, Captain.”

“Do not make excuses for jet lag. Lateness is not allowed, so go to bed early.”

“Yes, Captain.”

Everyone scattered and returned to their rooms.

And not long after, they each turned off the lights and went to bed.

At a late hour, there was someone who still couldn’t fall asleep.

‘This is troublesome. We’re returning home tomorrow.’

Due to the situation being too different from the plan, they cannot move as planned.

‘There’s no choice but to continue the mission tonight.’

He secretly put on night clothes and pulled on a black mask.

‘Kang Tae-soo, you’re going to die tonight.’

He was an assassin sent by Han Cheong-ho.

‘According to the plan, I was supposed to get rid of him in the desert and bury him.’

Numerous people go missing in the desert every year.

If a sandstorm sweeps through the desert, the terrain changes, so hiding a person’s body is nothing.

But the problem is the current situation, which is too different from the plan.

As the operation was terminated early, the opportunity to find a gap was blocked.

‘It’s easy to disguise it as a robbery targeting money.’

After killing him, just mess up the room and take the money and valuables.

The money and valuables can be thrown away somewhere in the desert.

‘I’m going.’

A person secretly leaving the accommodation.

The black clothes soon disappeared into the darkness.

* * *

The accommodation where Tae-soo is staying.

The lights are still on in Tae-soo’s room.

He clearly confirmed Kang Tae-soo’s face closing the window.

‘Kang Tae-soo, you’re caught.’

He lowered his body even more in the darkness.

He waited for the lights to go out.

He waited for Kang Tae-soo to fall asleep.

How much longer did he wait?

‘He’s moving.’

He secretly climbed the wall and arrived at Kang Tae-soo’s window.

He opened the window slightly.

Fortunately, it is not locked.

‘It’s done.’

He infiltrated the room as smoothly as a ghost.

The target sleeping in bed.

“I’m sorry. There are no personal feelings. Goodbye.”

Poosh. Poosh. Poosh.

The sound is not loud because it has a silencer.

After firing three shots in a row, he lifted the blanket.

He must make sure that he is dead.

If he is not dead yet, he will finish him off accurately.

“What? It’s not Kang Tae-soo? Did this bastard notice?”

It was a pillow.

Then a familiar voice echoed in the darkness.