Great Power Reclamation

Chapter 2839 Everything Stems from Interest

Ye Feng has now become a highly sought-after figure in the US capital circle, but he also feels unprecedented pressure.

However, his identity also gives his rivals a headache, because although he represents Chinese companies that are making waves in the global new energy field, he is also one of the top big names in the US capital circle.

At their level, people are expected to give each other face; no one would be foolish enough to become a mortal enemy of someone of equal strength.

After all, if you're constantly being watched by a powerful figure, no matter how strong you are, you can still stumble if you're not careful.

However, the contradictions are irreconcilable, and Zhan's Group's new energy natural enterprises are a major blow to traditional enterprises.

Think of Nokia and Kodak; they were once world-class giants, yet they were instantly defeated by the emergence of new technologies.

Some might say that they are out of touch with the times and unwilling to accept new things, so this is the inevitable result.

Actually, that's not the case. It's precisely because they focus too much on their own expertise and strive for perfection that they overlook the emergence of new technologies that can replace them.

This isn't a matter of narrow-mindedness, but rather an inevitable product of the times. No large corporation would focus on developing technologies that could disrupt its own industry.

Warrior New Energy has too many enemies. Its sudden emergence is like a bomb dropped into a calm lake, creating huge waves and having a disruptive impact on traditional industries.

In the automotive sector, the market share of traditional gasoline-powered vehicles is being eroded rapidly.

Those established automakers that dominated the market for years with their various technologies are now experiencing a sharp decline in sales and their profit margins are being squeezed.

Gas stations used to be ubiquitous in cities, serving as energy replenishment points for car travel. But now, charging stations are springing up like mushrooms after rain, gradually changing people's energy replenishment habits.

Consumers are increasingly inclined to choose new energy vehicles that are more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient. Not only are the operating costs significantly reduced, but they can also enjoy various national subsidies and preferential policies, and the convenience of not being subject to traffic restrictions is even more appealing.

Meanwhile, traditional gasoline-powered vehicles are facing increasing difficulties due to the combined pressures of rising oil prices, high maintenance and repair costs, and growing environmental pressures.

Automakers are seeking transformation and investing heavily in the research and development of new energy vehicle technologies in an attempt to regain a foothold in this fierce market competition.

The energy supply industry has also been severely affected. Traditional thermal power plants are facing unprecedented difficulties, as the proportion of renewable energy generation continues to rise, causing a sharp decline in the market share of thermal power.

In the past, coal was the main energy source for thermal power, and the integrated industry of mining, transportation, and combustion supported countless people.

However, with the maturity and widespread adoption of new energy power generation technologies such as wind, solar, and hydropower, the demand for coal has decreased significantly, causing coal companies' revenues to plummet. Many coal mines have had to reduce production or even close down.

Oil companies are also facing difficulties. The popularization of new energy vehicles has significantly reduced oil consumption, and international oil prices fluctuate frequently, severely squeezing the profit margins of oil companies. As a result, they have also begun to venture into the new energy field, attempting to reduce risks through diversified development.

In the machinery manufacturing industry, manufacturers of mechanical equipment that rely on traditional energy power systems have seen a sharp decrease in orders.

Large-scale machinery and equipment that were once used for oil extraction and coal transportation are now unwanted, with large amounts of equipment piling up in warehouses, causing cash flow problems for businesses.

Meanwhile, the manufacturing of new energy-related machinery and equipment has ushered in a boom, with orders for wind turbines, solar panel production equipment, and other products pouring in. Companies have had to expand their production scale and recruit a large number of professional and technical personnel to meet market demand.

At this critical juncture, these industry giants had no choice but to form an alliance to counter the rapid development of Warrior New Energy Group.

If the Warrior Group were just a simple Chinese enterprise, they wouldn't care at all.

Because they have a million ways to confine this company within China, preventing them from ever leaving.

However, due to Ye Feng's identity, they could not do so. Ye Feng's brother group wielded considerable influence in both the United States and Europe.

Therefore, they had no choice but to form an alliance and begin to fight against Ye Feng and the entire Brothers Group.

In a capitalist society, capital influences everything, including politics. Behind every politician lies the shadow of capital. Or rather, politicians are the spokespeople for capital.

Ye Feng naturally also has his own power base, including his uncle, the fourth brother, who is now a senator with a strong voice in the Senate.

And then there's Susie, the female senator he personally promoted, who enjoys great prestige among the people.

The fourth brother and Susie naturally have their own circles and influence, and the capital behind them is certainly not just a brother group.

The fourth son has his own military-run fast food restaurant, while Susie comes from the Wharton family; neither of them should be underestimated.

To be honest, none of them individually would care about a single source of capital. But if many sources of capital were to unite, then they would definitely be outmatched.

As is well known, the United States has two major political parties that have been alternating in power.

Ye Feng's opponents, when united, hold far more seats than Ye Feng and his allies in both the Senate and the House of Representatives.

Thus, amidst the undercurrents of capital, the alliance formed by the bigwigs of traditional industries finally began to take action.

They knew that economic means alone were far from enough to bring down Ye Feng and the powerful forces behind him; they had to exert their influence on the political level.

First, the alliance began to stir up a storm in the media. They hired a large number of public relations firms and online trolls to smear the new energy industry on major media platforms.

On television news, experts began to question the safety and reliability of new energy vehicles, citing some unverified accident cases to instill fear in consumers.

Online, countless articles accuse renewable energy generation of causing new environmental damage and affecting the ecological balance.

These negative opinions swept in like a black tide, severely impacting the reputation of Zhan's New Energy and Brothers Group.

Consumers who were initially very interested in new energy vehicles began to hesitate, and Zhanshi New Energy's order volume dropped sharply.

At the same time, the alliance also launched a series of offensives in the political arena.

They used their influence in Congress to push for a series of policies that were detrimental to the development of the new energy industry.

The new regulations have significantly raised the entry threshold for new energy vehicles, adding various complex testing items and certification processes, which has forced Zhanshi New Energy to postpone the launch of its new vehicles and significantly increased its R&D costs.

In terms of new energy power generation, the government has reduced subsidies for related projects and increased fees such as land use tax, which has put the construction of new energy power plants by the Brother Group in a difficult situation.

Many projects that had already started had to be suspended due to financial pressure and policy restrictions.

In the international market, the alliance also seized the opportunity to suppress Ye Feng. They lobbied other countries to erect trade barriers against Chinese new energy companies, raise tariffs, and restrict imports.

Warrior New Energy's market share in Europe and the United States has begun to shrink, and some previously signed cooperation orders have been cancelled for various reasons.

The Brothers Group's overseas operations have also been affected, with its investment projects in Europe facing renewed scrutiny from local governments and numerous obstacles.

The alliance showed no mercy to the political forces behind Ye Feng.

The fourth brother's work in the Senate became exceptionally difficult, as many of his proposals that benefited the new energy industry and the Brother Group failed to pass due to the alliance's obstruction.

The alliance is also secretly gathering dirt on the fourth brother in an attempt to smear his image and weaken his influence in the Senate.

Some unfounded accusations of embezzlement and bribery began to circulate in the media. Although there was no conclusive evidence, they had already greatly affected the reputation of the fourth prince, and his influence in the Senate gradually diminished.

Susie is also under immense pressure. Her Wharton family background, which was originally an advantage, has now made her a target for the Alliance's attacks.

The alliance exploited some of the Walton family's past little-known business practices to launch a boycott of the Walton family in an attempt to diminish Susie's prestige among the public.

Meanwhile, Susie's proposal to support the development of the new energy industry was met with strong opposition in Parliament, and her political career hit a low point.

Faced with such a grim situation, Ye Feng felt unprecedented pressure.

He knew perfectly well that this was not just a business competition, but a war of life and death.

He urgently convened a meeting with senior executives from Brothers Group and Warrior New Energy to discuss countermeasures.

"We are now facing a multifaceted predicament, with public opinion, policies, and the international market all working against us."

Ye Feng said with a solemn expression, "But we cannot sit idly by and wait for our doom; we must take the initiative."

First, in terms of public opinion, Ye Feng decided to increase publicity efforts and use facts to refute the rumors.

Brothers Group invested heavily in inviting authoritative research institutions and experts to conduct comprehensive testing and evaluation of the safety of new energy vehicles and the environmental friendliness of new energy power generation, and made the detailed report public.

At the same time, Zhanshi New Energy also held a series of experiential activities, inviting consumers to test drive new energy vehicles and visit new energy power plants, allowing them to intuitively understand the advantages of the new energy industry.

Online, the company assembled a professional public relations team to respond promptly to various negative comments and expose the alliance's smear tactics.

On the political front, Ye Feng used his connections in the capital circle to actively lobby other politicians and capital forces that support the development of the new energy industry.

He joined forces with some visionary entrepreneurs to submit a detailed report to the government, outlining the importance of the new energy industry to the country's future development and the harm that the alliance's current suppression is causing to the entire industry.

The fourth brother and Susie were also actively campaigning within their respective circles to garner more support. They formed new political groups with like-minded members of parliament to jointly counter the coalition's influence in Congress.

In the international market, Ye Feng decided to change his strategy. Since the European and American markets were restricted, he turned his attention to other emerging markets.

Brothers Group and Zhanshi New Energy have intensified their market expansion efforts in Asia, Africa, and South America, collaborating with local governments and businesses to establish production bases and sales networks.

At the same time, Ye Feng actively promoted international cooperation in the new energy industry, advocated for the establishment of a fair and open international market environment, and opposed trade protectionism.

However, the league did not give up easily.

After seeing Ye Feng's counterattack, they intensified their suppression efforts.

Economically, they used capital operations to sell off large amounts of shares in Brothers Group and Zhan's New Energy, causing the stock prices of the two companies to plummet and their market value to shrink significantly.

At the same time, they pressured banks to tighten lending to the two companies, putting their cash flow at risk of breaking down.

Politically, the alliance continues to push for stricter policies.

They even orchestrated an investigation against Ye Feng, attempting to find evidence of his illegal activities and bring him down completely.

Investigators frequently visited the offices of Brothers Group and Zhan's New Energy, conducting a thorough review of the companies' finances, operations, and other aspects.

The company's normal operations were severely disrupted, and the employees were filled with anxiety.

The situation for the fourth brother and Susie is becoming increasingly difficult. The fourth brother is facing increasing pressure from the investigation, and he has to spend a lot of time and energy dealing with it, making it impossible for him to devote himself fully to his political work.

Susie's approval rating among the public continues to decline, and her proposals in parliament have repeatedly failed.

The capital forces behind them also began to waver, and some companies and individuals who originally supported them gradually reduced their support for fear of being implicated.

Ye Feng knew that the most critical moment had arrived. On the one hand, he actively responded to the investigation, organized a professional legal team, and prepared sufficient evidence to prove the innocence of the company and himself.

On the other hand, he raised funds from various sources to stabilize the company's cash flow. He even mortgaged some of his own assets to ensure the company could continue operating.

In this fierce confrontation, Ye Feng demonstrated tenacious perseverance and outstanding leadership skills.

He constantly adjusted his strategies, searching for a breakthrough. He understood that only by persevering could he gain a glimmer of hope in this life-or-death struggle.

The alliance is also going all out, determined to completely eliminate Ye Feng and the forces behind him in order to protect the interests of traditional industries.

This war, intertwined with capital and politics, is escalating. Both sides have no way out, and the balance of power is swaying back and forth in the fierce confrontation. No one can predict the final outcome.

At the California farm, Yang Geyong rolled a cigarette, while Ye Yuze smoked a pipe. He also unexpectedly discovered that smoking cigarettes with a pipe was surprisingly effective.

Listening to the negative reports about Brother Company and Warrior New Energy on the radio, Yang Geyong said anxiously to Ye Yuze:

"Is there any way we can help Ye Feng?"

　Brothers, we haven't been able to check our monthly ticket subscriptions for the past few days. If this continues, we won't be able to continue writing. Let's cheer each other on!

　　(End of this chapter)