Mercenary’s War

Chapter 2280 - 2256: Professional Traits

For his personal bodyguard, there definitely can’t be too many secrets, and Gao Yang at least has to let his bodyguard know what he usually does.

After briefly explaining what he generally does outside the battlefield and the dangerous situations he might encounter, Gao Yang said to Joseph Raji, "This is my general situation. Overall, outside the battlefield, it’s not particularly dangerous, but it definitely won’t be too easy either."

Joseph calmly responded, "To earn a million-dollar annual salary, this level of danger is completely within the tolerable range, but I have a request. If you agree, I can work as your bodyguard."

Gao Yang gestured for him to go on, "Let’s hear it."

Joseph said seriously, "Regarding safety issues, you must comply with my arrangements."

Gao Yang frowned slightly and said, "This might not work. First, I need to know what aspects of safety you are referring to. It can’t be that if you say a place is too dangerous, I just won’t go, or if I have to meet someone potentially harmful, I just skip the meeting because of danger."

Joseph shook his head, "Not to that extent. If a particular activity of yours is especially dangerous, I will advise against going. But if you must do something, of course, I have no right to stop you, but I must strive to do my best in all details to ensure your safety. In such detailed matters, I require the highest say. You or others cannot interfere."

Gao Yang smiled and said, "Oh, you mean that. Then there’s no problem. Isn’t that why I hired you?"

Joseph immediately said, "That’s great, I can work as your bodyguard. The annual salary is paid in advance, no need for insurance. Existing policies are meaningless for bodyguards like me."

Gao Yang nodded, "Alright, from now on you will follow me. The money will be given to you shortly. Do you want cash or a transfer?"

"Transfer."

Joseph Raji was stunned for just a moment. It was clear that he was also pleased to have found a desirable job. However, it was only a fleeting emotion. After quickly adjusting his mindset, Joseph Raji immediately said, "Then, I’ll start working for you now, boss."

Gao Yang smiled and said, "If you don’t have anything that needs handling, well, you can start working now."

Just like that, a few words later, Gao Yang had a new bodyguard, and a million-dollar annual salary level at that.

A million-dollar salary, everyone in Satan almost reaches this level. But, how to say it, earning a million US dollars annually means earning more than at least ninety-nine percent of people in the world.

Making money isn’t easy, let alone big money. Relying on a special skill to earn a million-dollar annual salary is nearly impossible. Even in some renowned large companies, earning a million-dollar annual salary is just a handful of people. Though dirty money might be easier to earn, there are also many who’d risk their lives. How many can earn a million dollars annually?

So, Joseph Raji making a request for a million-dollar salary means he has sold his life to Gao Yang.

Joseph Raji quickly got into work mode. Gao Yang sat face to face with Morgan. Joseph initially stood beside Gao Yang, but once he was sure to start working for Gao Yang, he immediately stood seriously to the side.

Simon said to Gao Yang, "Are you sure you want to use the entire bodyguard team I recommended?"

Gao Yang nodded, "Sure, there’s nothing more to consider here."

Simon then said to Joseph, "Raji, congratulations on finding a job. Gao is definitely a good boss, and you will also have a very outstanding team. You’ll meet them in a bit."

Joseph Raji seriously said, "Okay, Simon, but I need to assess this team. I won’t accept any unsuitable candidates."

Simon smiled, shrugged, "They’re selected by me, they can’t be unsuitable."

Joseph nodded, but then said, "No offense, but what meets your requirements may not meet mine. We have different styles."

Joseph wasn’t very polite to the person introducing him to the job, but Simon wasn’t offended at all, nodding, "Alright, you can meet them. If someone doesn’t meet your requirements, then ditch them. Since it’s your team, of course, you’re in charge."

Simon and Joseph stopped talking. Then, Gao Yang looked at Simon and said, "Before continuing with the next matter, I have a question for you to help answer—why shouldn’t you shake hands with a bodyguard?"

Simon smiled, "Have you always been so curious?"

Gao Yang nodded repeatedly, "Yes, I am very curious, and I really don’t understand what you mean by not shaking hands with a bodyguard."

Simon tilted his head, directed at Joseph, "Come, let’s demonstrate for him."

Joseph then walked over to stand beside Gao Yang. Simon walked to Gao Yang’s other side, extended his hand to Joseph, and said, "Hello."

Joseph reached out to shake Simon’s hand, saying, "Hello."

At that moment, Simon suddenly pulled Joseph’s hand backward and quickly stepped back, and immediately made a gun-drawing motion while Joseph awkwardly mimicked a striking motion towards Simon’s eyes.

After simulating two moves, the two immediately stopped. Then Simon said to Gao Yang, "Got it? I pull him, even if I can’t subdue him, I can prevent him from protecting you momentarily, creating space for others to shoot you. This is just one typical reason."

Simon then walked a few steps to the side and gestured as if to shake Joseph’s hand while saying, "In this situation, as long as he shakes my hand, he can’t keep his eyes on you. So with just the handshake gesture, he has to make many movements unfavorable to your protection. Therefore, during work, or when near the person they are protecting, bodyguards absolutely won’t shake hands with anyone or engage in meaningless conversations. To maintain work status, even away from their protectee, a qualified professional bodyguard won’t shake hands with anyone. Of course, I mean truly professional and high-level bodyguards."

Gao Yang nodded repeatedly, "Ah, understood, makes sense, now I get it."

Simon smiled, "That’s why bodyguards seem very aloof, standing aside with sunglasses on, not speaking or moving. It’s not to act cool; it’s a job requirement. When they get used to the job, bodyguards seem aloof, but the fact is they usually are quite aloof. Therefore, the divorce rate among bodyguards is exceptionally high."

Gao Yang looked at Simon and said, "You don’t seem to be that aloof. Have you divorced then?"

Simon immediately put on a serious face and said, "Can you be serious? Can you?"