"Meng, what you want me to do is almost done."

"so fast?"

"Of course, we are partners, and I will give priority to what you want me to do." Joey, chairman and general manager of Angus International, said with a smile:

"Since the establishment of the Shanghai Public Settlement, many foreigners have entered here, hoping to find gold and make a fortune. Americans, British, Russians, sometimes I even think you can find people from any country here. .Some of them really got rich and returned to their country, while others had to live in foreign countries.

In the United States, after the economic avalanche of Black Tuesday, the terrible Great Depression began. For more than eight years, there is no sign of relief. Countless Americans cannot repay their bank loans, cannot afford to live in houses, and cannot afford to eat bread. A large number of homeless people appear on the streets of the United States, and they even dare to steal turtles in the park and make soup to drink, my God."

Meng Shaoyuan listened calmly.

The Great Financial Depression in the United States, which began in 1929, shows no signs of stopping until now.

For many families in the United States, not going hungry is a luxury. Some families even take turns eating, with half eating on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and half eating on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Only on Sundays can the whole family share food.

Of course, a great food was also born during this period: luncheon meat!

Because people who cannot afford meat need to use it as a substitute.

Joey filled his pipe with tobacco: "People began to believe a rumor that in Shanghai in the Far East, there is gold everywhere. Staying here for a year is enough for your family to live a happy life. So, a lot of Americans pawned their last valuable possessions, and some even borrowed loan sharks to raise enough money to travel across the ocean to Shanghai."

But the ideal is full, and the reality is cruel.

Where are the golden islands everywhere?

Competition in Shanghai's public concessions is no less brutal than any other city in the world.

Those skilled technicians finally found a job, but soon their skills were learned by the Chinese, and the salary required by the Chinese was often only more than half of theirs.

So the black-hearted capitalists, regardless of whether you are a fellow American or not, will tell you to get out and leave that night.

Trade union? In Shanghai, how many people actually want to find a trade union to help you redress your grievances?

There is an American who has three trades, speaks three languages, and has three children. He has been unable to find a job in Shanghai for three whole months.

Initially, with great dreams, he proposed his work requirements and weekly working hours, as well as the benefits he must ensure, in accordance with the requirements of the "Social Security Act" formulated by the United States.

However, the capitalist looked at him like a freak and asked him to go out through this door!

So, this American who has three skills, knows three languages, has three children, and once earned an annual income of US$1,500, found a job as an English teacher in a Chinese school, and sent living expenses to his wife and children in the United States. After that, I could barely support myself with the remaining money.

Shanghai is not a treasury where you can take whatever you want!

Only a very small number of people can really make big money!

"There are many Americans like this in Shanghai." Joey lit his pipe, took a deep breath, and puffed out thick smoke: "They are in urgent need of work and money. It is very simple to meet your requirements. You need six people Really? I found six people for you. Look, this is all their information, are you satisfied with it?"

Meng Shaoyuan received a thick piece of information.

“Logan Warren James…former U.S. Marine Corps major, fifty-three, Worcester, Massachusetts…served in both world wars…one Navy Cross, two-time Silver Star recipient…

He retired from the army in 1928 and founded a security company... He went bankrupt in November 1934... He owed a bank loan of US$7,000 and his house was confiscated..."

In 1935, with his last glimmer of hope, Logan led his former subordinates across the ocean to Shanghai, hoping to find a job here.

However, the situation in Shanghai was completely different from what he imagined.

This is the territory of the Youth Gang, and jobs such as bodyguards are basically monopolized by them. They don't care whether you are American or not, but let you get a share of the pie.

As for those wealthy upper-class Chinese who hire foreign bodyguards, they are more likely to hire "Luosong bodyguards", that is, White Russians.

These Belarusians came to Shanghai many years ago, got married and had children here. They can speak Chinese, and their children can even speak Shanghainese, which is more in line with the tastes of the rich.

They are tall and have a majestic garlic nose. More importantly, in the eyes of the rich, Belarusians are more obedient and easier to control than Americans or British.

It's even cheaper, just make sure they have wine to drink every day.

Therefore, Logan and his team never found a job. The pressure of life made them find ways to become foreign patrol officers. Some worked as waiters in foreign restaurants, and some took risks and committed illegal crimes.

criminal activity.

Logan himself was arrested several times.

"I met him a year ago and offered him a position as a crew member. But in his heart, Logan considers himself a soldier. He would rather help others transport contraband weapons than become a crew member. But.

In Shanghai, even escort work, no matter what, is still very difficult."

Joey smiled and said: "A stubborn guy. But he is a good person, has fought in wars, is very brave, is not afraid of death, and is loyal to the job he loves. And his former subordinates also have experience in security. If

Organizing their team will, I believe, fully meet your requirements. He is in urgent need of work now, so he will be happy to serve you."

"Logan..." Meng Shaoyuan read the name.

Logan?

Wolverine?

Wolverine Logan?

What a coincidence.

Meng Shaoyuan laughed: "I like this guy. I need to see him immediately."

"Of course, I sent someone to find him immediately. He lives nearby."

…

An hour later, Meng Shaoyuan met "Wolverine"...no, Logan Warren James.

He was tall, muscular, and had a gray beard, but he could not hide the aura of vigor in his body.

"I need a team of bodyguards to protect my wife and my family members." Meng Shaoyuan said straight to the point in fluent English: "Six people, two of them women, are responsible for personally protecting my wife's safety."

"Man, I have."

Although Logan had not had a serious job for a long time, he did not agree immediately. Instead, he said very professionally: "I need to know about your wife's situation."

Meng Shaoyuan explained it in detail.

"I understand, sir." Logan listened very seriously: "This is a very challenging job, but I believe I can do it. But, sir, can I make a request?"

"you say."

"You need six people, but in Shanghai, my former team and I, including myself, have a total of eight people, and I want to pull them to work together. Ah, don't worry, the overall salary will not increase."

"I appreciate you, I really appreciate it." Meng Shaoyuan said: "You are still thinking about your companions even though you are in such difficulties now. This is an excellent quality. And what makes me most happy is that you are confident that you can call on others at any time.

Compared with your peers who have found a relatively stable job, this shows that your prestige is still very high in the eyes of these people."

"Thank you for the compliment, sir." Logan immediately replied: "Some of these people have fought side by side with me in Europe, and some have just been recruited by me into the security company. After just a few missions, the company went bankrupt.

But they still followed me and came to this strange land together, so I have to take care of them."

"Like this? Sophia Bruce?" Meng Shaoyuan picked up the information: "Female, she is only twenty-six years old this year? Do you think she is a qualified bodyguard?"

"She is." Logan said firmly: "She is of American and French descent. She joined my company at the age of twenty. During her service, she performed twelve missions, and none of them failed. She once protected me personally.

Those are the wives of rich people, movie stars, and even the wife of a governor who has protected her. I can guarantee with my personality that she will be able to do the job."

"I believe you, Mr. James. I think I can call you Logan now." Meng Shaoyuan closed the file: "So, let's talk about our most realistic situation. How much salary do you and your team need?"

Logan hesitated for a long time before saying: "I think, eight thousand dollars a year...it's best to pay some in advance..."

Meng Shaoyuan remained silent.

Logan hurriedly said: "Sir, if you think this amount is too expensive, we can discuss it again."

His requirements are not too high, ensuring that each person can earn a thousand dollars a year.

It's just that in Shanghai, everyone seems to give them this number.

He just wanted to try his best to help himself and his companions win.

"Eight thousand dollars." Meng Shaoyuan suddenly asked: "Joy, what is the per capita annual income in the United States?"

Joey smiled and replied: "In the United States, many families or single individuals have an annual income of less than one thousand U.S. dollars, and 30% have an annual income of less than 780 U.S. dollars.

One hundred dollars belongs to the middle class. After the Great Recession, such an income is generally impossible."

Logan was a little disappointed.

Meng Shaoyuan continued to ask: "What about those who are better than the middle class?"

"About 10 percent of people have an annual income of more than $2,500."

"Ten percent, a very small number of people."

"Yes, but now the number of people in the United States who can achieve this level of income is even smaller."

"So, Logan." Meng Shaoyuan said immediately, "I think your eight thousand US dollars is unreasonable."
Chapter completed!