After reviewing the options for the safehouse, Zhang Yi selected his services.
First, the entire house would be reinforced, replacing all materials with 100mm thick steel plates for the walls, ceiling, and floor.
The windows would use bulletproof glass.
Next, an air filtration system would be installed to prevent any harmful gases from entering.
Finally, a complete surveillance system would monitor the house inside and out with no blind spots.
The doors would be replaced with heavy metal ones, akin to bank vault doors, resistant to explosions.
In short, Zhang Yi's only requirement was to turn his house into an impenetrable fortress.
After selecting these options, Zhang Yi handed the tablet back to Wu Huairen.
Wu Huairen was stunned.
A 120-square-meter house, turned into a steel fortress.
"With some weapons, this would be a full-scale fortress!"
Wu Huairen muttered.
Zhang Yi's eyes gleamed.
"Oh, do you have experience with fortresses?"
Wu Huairen chuckled. "I was a mercenary abroad, very familiar with military and weapons knowledge."
An idea flashed in Zhang Yi's mind.
He leaned closer and whispered, "Can you get me a gun?"
Wu Huairen's expression turned serious.
In China, private ownership of firearms was prohibited.
"Mr. Zhang, you should know that such items are not legally permitted for private individuals."
Wu Huairen whispered back.
"Are you facing a dangerous enemy, making you so scared?"
Zhang Yi seized the opportunity.
"Yes, I've angered some dangerous people. They're ruthless and armed."
"I need a gun for self-defense. I can't just hide in my house waiting to be attacked."
Wu Huairen smiled. "Mr. Zhang, I can't help you with that. We're a legitimate company."
But from Wu Huairen's eyes, Zhang Yi knew he wasn't unwilling, just cautious.
Zhang Yi took a deep breath.
He said, "This safehouse project will cost over 8 million. If something happens to me, it won't look good for your company."
He stared at Wu Huairen. "I just need something for self-defense. If you help me, I won't forget it."
Wu Huairen remained silent, weighing the situation.
He had connections, but he didn't know Zhang Yi well enough to take the risk.
"Go home for now. I can't do it, but I'll ask around. If I hear anything, I'll contact you."
Wu Huairen was hesitant.
Zhang Yi didn't press. Guns required caution.
He smiled. "Alright, I'll wait for your news."
"Please start the safehouse construction quickly."
Wu Huairen replied, "We can complete it in no more than half a month."
Zhang Yi signed the contract on the spot and paid a 1 million deposit.
As for the remaining balance, well, he'd never pay it.
Leaving Zhanlong Security, Zhang Yi felt the housing issue was settled.
Next, he called an acquaintance, Liu Yang, who ran a hunting ground in Tianhai City.
Liu Yang had leased hundreds of acres in the western mountains, stocked with harmless animals for hunting.
He legally owned bows, crossbows, and airguns.
Zhang Yi had visited a few times and had Liu Yang's contact.
He called Liu Yang to buy a batch, offering to pay extra.
Liu Yang, a businessman and occasional favor-asker, agreed easily.
"Zhang, what do you need so many weapons for? They're just for hunting or personal use. Can't hurt people with them."
Liu Yang laughed but was cautious.
After all, if Zhang Yi used the weapons to harm someone, Liu Yang could be implicated.
Of course, running a hunting ground in Tianhai City meant Liu Yang had connections.
But he wouldn't risk them for Zhang Yi.
Zhang Yi laughed. "You're overthinking! I have a trip planned to an African safari with friends. Need gear!"
Liu Yang clicked his tongue. "You're living the life! But be careful of lions and hyenas in Africa!"
"Got it. When can I pick up the stuff?"
"I have stock. Come by when you're free."
Zhang Yi wasted no time, driving to the hunting ground and buying the equipment.
Time was precious, not a moment to waste.
He bought five steel crossbows, three high-end compound bows, and 300 arrows each for both.
He also bought two top-quality hunting knives.
Made of Damascus steel, they were tough and sharp, unlikely to break unless used excessively on hard objects.
The equipment filled his trunk.
Seeing the arsenal, Zhang Yi felt a surge of security.
He drove the gear home.
Since everything was legally purchased and he had a hunting license, he didn't worry about police.
By the time he got home, it was dusk.
Zhang Yi went out again, enjoying a hotpot meal at Haidilao.
Realizing he'd have to make hotpot himself in the future, he ordered 10,000 hotpot bases from Haidilao.
The servers were shocked, thinking Zhang Yi might be a competitor causing trouble.
But Haidilao's good service prevented any conflict.
After the manager inquired, they accepted the order, but required cash payment to prevent sabotage.
Zhang Yi paid over a million on the spot.
Such generosity made the manager's day, who threw in an extra 500 bases.