Military Professional Resource Companies are permitted to possess heavy weaponry. However, there are strict limitations—at most, they can only be equipped with heavy machine guns. Weapons like the MK19-3 automatic grenade launcher and TOW anti-tank missiles, which are commonly mounted on military Humvees, are strictly prohibited.
It had to be said—Mavi's obsession with firearms and destruction had been reignited! This time, he felt that simply ramming a mansion with a giant wrecking ball wouldn't be enough. Real firepower was needed.
Escorted by bodyguards and security personnel, Mavi reluctantly settled into the Lincoln Town Car stretch limousine in front of him. He then ordered the driver to start the car and head to the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
At that moment, a sudden idea struck him—What if he started his own security company? He could hire former U.S. Marines, ex-Navy SEALs, and retired Special Forces operatives. By strengthening his private armed forces and leveraging Russia's open military-industrial market, wouldn't he be able to achieve something remarkable?
The thought kept racing through his mind. He even considered recruiting retired U.S. Secret Service agents—the kind who had stood guard under Air Force One, protecting the President.
Russia also had some of the world's most elite special forces, such as Alpha Group and Vympel (Pennant).
However, reaching such a level with a private security company would require massive investments in relationships and connections. But fortunately, this was a parallel world, meaning many of the rigid rules from his previous life might not apply here. Maybe, just maybe, he could actually pull it off.
As the convoy of military Humvees escorted the Lincoln, leaving behind a cloud of dust, the wealthy businessman and blonde woman still standing dumbfounded on the tarmac finally realized they should disembark and head to their hotel. Just five minutes ago, they had been joking about Mavi's Gulfstream G200 private jet.
Yet, in the blink of an eye, their confidence was completely shattered. They suddenly felt like deflated balloons, utterly dejected.
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### VIP Road Privileges
With such an imposing military Humvee escort, Mavi's journey was completely unhindered. Even the police hesitated to stop his convoy, let alone ordinary vehicles on the road.
Inside the luxuriously extended Lincoln Town Car, Mavi indulged in a glass of red wine and a plate of fresh fruit, thoughtfully prepared by his butler. The plush leather seats allowed him to lounge comfortably, and soothing classical music filled the cabin, making the ride even more enjoyable.
Sipping his wine, Mavi casually glanced out the tinted window. He noticed that the lanes on both sides of his convoy were eerily empty—it seemed like his convoy was the only one moving forward. Meanwhile, on the opposite lanes, cars whizzed past from time to time.
What Mavi didn't see was that behind his Humvee convoy, numerous vehicles were forced to slow down. The military Humvees effectively blocked any attempt to overtake them. No one dared to cut in front or even get too close.
After all, the three M2HB heavy machine guns mounted on the Humvees weren't just for show. The sight alone was enough to make most people retreat in fear. Only a complete madman would dare to provoke them.
After about an hour, Mavi's flashy convoy finally arrived at the North American International Auto Show.
This year's show had been delayed by two months, but that didn't dampen its excitement in the slightest.
The year 2000 was a pivotal moment for industrial and technological advancements. Many luxury car brands that had previously gone bankrupt or undergone restructuring were now making a grand comeback. For example:
- Bugatti, Lamborghini, and Bentley (acquired by Volkswagen)
- Rolls-Royce (acquired by BMW)
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### Exclusive Access
As Mavi stepped into the auto show, escorted by his bodyguards, he noticed something strange.
Aside from the dazzling new cars and stunning car models, there were hardly any visitors in sight. The entire exhibition center felt oddly quiet.
After thinking for a moment, he suddenly realized why.
Today was the first day of the North American International Auto Show—the exclusive Media & VIP Preview Day.
Only journalists and specially invited wealthy individuals were allowed inside.
General public visitors wouldn't be allowed in until the next day. That explained why the venue felt so empty.
"The privileges of the wealthy really are everywhere," Mavi thought to himself.
He remembered attending car shows in his previous life—they were absolute chaos! Especially the supercar exhibit, which opened in the afternoon. Crowds were packed like sardines.
Taking a decent photo was nearly impossible. You had to hold your camera up high to avoid the sea of heads, and even then, the angle was never quite right.
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### Time to Shop
"Young Master, what car are you planning to buy this time?" asked Ivan, his butler, with impeccable timing.
Mavi thought for a moment before replying with interest, "First, I'll get a Porsche 911 GT. Then, I want a Jaguar XJ220, an Aston Martin DB7, a McLaren F1, and a Lamborghini Diablo. Are all these models on display this year?"
Since he had spent just $600,000 to acquire Google's future $900 billion empire, Mavi decided to reward himself generously.
He wanted to buy every iconic 90s supercar—after all, they weren't even that expensive. He estimated that $3.5 million would be enough to get them all.
But the moment he finished speaking, Ivan's expression suddenly turned awkward.
"Um… Young Master, the thing is… all those cars you just mentioned? You already have them."
"…What?"
"Yes, sir. They're all parked in your Moscow mansion's garage. Every single one. In fact, each model has at least two units."
"…You're kidding, right?"
Ivan shook his head.
"It was arranged so that, if you ever felt like blowing one up for fun, you'd still have a backup."
Mavi fell into a stunned silence.
He sat there, staring blankly for a moment, before finally muttering under his breath,
"I really don't know myself at all…"
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The One Car He Didn't Own
Regaining his composure, Mavi led his bodyguards to the F Hall, heading straight for the Mercedes-Benz exhibit.
After all, most of the other luxury cars on display were already in his collection.
However, there was one car he didn't own yet—the brand-new Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
This legendary supercar, co-developed by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren, was powered by a 5.5L supercharged V8 engine, producing 626 horsepower at 6,500 RPM, with a top speed of 334 km/h (207 mph).
The moment Mavi stepped into the Mercedes-Benz exhibit, his eyes were immediately drawn to two silver SLR McLarens displayed on the platform.
Its sleek aerodynamic body, minimalist front fender vents, striking side-exit exhaust pipes, compact rear design, and iconic gullwing doors—every single detail was flawlessly designed.
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