America: My Time

Chapter 1201 Anger

Chapter 1191 Anger

There are quite a few people analyzing John's position these days, given the significant impact of the Southeast Asian financial crisis on many. While everyone knows John controls Standard Chartered Bank, few truly understand its strength, as it's a private bank. However, this Southeast Asian financial crisis has demonstrated Standard Chartered's power.

In Hong Kong, Standard Chartered Bank is inferior to HSBC, but outside of Hong Kong, Standard Chartered Bank is far superior to HSBC. Whether in Europe, Asia, or Africa, Standard Chartered Bank's strength is unparalleled. With the outbreak of the Southeast Asian financial crisis, Hong Kong also felt the pressure, but Standard Chartered Bank remained unmoved.

HSBC was making numerous preparations, but Standard Chartered remained steadfast, demonstrating the strength and resources of Standard Chartered. Naturally, many Hong Kong tycoons approached Standard Chartered for help, but unfortunately, those not affiliated with Standard Chartered and even those on HSBC's side were refused.

Yuan Tianfan had ample reasoning: he couldn't make the decision himself, but his boss had given instructions. With a single sentence, he shifted all the responsibility onto John, the big boss, leaving those people powerless. Standard Chartered Bank had been privatized for over a decade, and no one outside the bank knew just how powerful it was now.

Some people tried to contact John, since they knew his whereabouts in the capital, but they soon realized it was useless. Even if they tried to find someone to mediate, it was no use; no one was willing to take on such a matter.

Those in the know understand the crucial importance of funds to a bank under such circumstances. Furthermore, China is preparing for Soros's potential attack on Hong Kong, so no one dares to agree to anything. A mishandling of the situation would leave them offended by both sides. It's better to refuse outright than to find themselves in a dilemma.

At this moment, John was arranging the recording of an album. He had initially thought it would go smoothly, but after some effort, he was still somewhat disappointed. He had to find some students from the music academy to barely manage to record the album; as for professional musicians, John still didn't use them.

As the release began, Legendary Entertainment's power unleashed astonishing energy, achieving a global distribution. While many questioned the big boss's move, everything proceeded as planned. Many felt that releasing an album at this time, especially in Southeast Asia, was somewhat inappropriate, given the less-than-ideal economic climate there.

"Victory, this is John's album?" Looking at the disc in his hand, Soros frowned, a bad feeling rising in his heart. Is this just an album? Looking at the list of songs, he sighed.

For a music enthusiast, this album wouldn't seem problematic, but for George Soros, it was a completely different story. Seeing the song titles and their order, his heart sank. Awakening, Start Time, Never Back Down, Heart of Courage, For Victory, Victory. Wasn't this a challenge to himself? Wasn't this a demonstration of power against himself? And it wasn't just a demonstration against himself, but also a warning to the Federal Reserve and his Wall Street counterparts!
"Arrogant! This guy is too arrogant! He's completely disregarding everyone! How dare he do this!" Soros roared angrily, his face grim. Being humiliated in this way was unbearable for him.

"It's really too arrogant. Releasing an album like this at this time and under these circumstances, and even releasing it globally, is clearly a show of force against us. He really thinks he can achieve ultimate victory!"

After realizing what was happening, the guys from Youtai Capital were furious, seething with anger. They deeply resented John's provocation. However, even though they understood it was a provocation, a demonstration, even a warning from John, they dared not respond. These guys weren't fools; they understood John's intentions. Even John didn't dare to act openly, needing to be so cautious and use music to intimidate them. How could they dare to openly fight John? If things escalated, it wouldn't be good for them!
A financial war was about to begin in Hong Kong, and John's provocation, even intimidation, at this time was unacceptable to Soros and the oil capital world. This wasn't just happening to them; in the US, the old guard also understood John's intentions and were all furious. However, unlike Soros, their first thought was what gave John the confidence to act this way. Did Standard Chartered Bank possess some unknown strength? Otherwise, how could John be so arrogant?
"Boss, what do we do now? A lot of people are asking us. John's move has stirred up a hornet's nest. Those guys on Wall Street are furious, and the White House is also very angry. In particular, our chief executive has gone to Old Martin." Jimmy was also extremely shocked by the turmoil caused by John's move.

"We'll wait and see. Even if those guys talk a big game, we won't be John's enemy. If he dares to do this, he must have some confidence. John has never failed before. I trust him more than Soros. John earned his reputation on his own, without relying on anyone's help. Soros, on the other hand, has the support of the Federal Reserve. Without the Fed, it's uncertain how much power he would have! However, although John acted very arrogantly this time, he also gave everyone face by not causing trouble in public. He's just releasing a music album; how others interpret it is none of his business. What that guy Leachton thinks is none of our concern. We don't need to pay attention to him. Does he really think he can do whatever he wants after being re-elected? He'll be in trouble soon."

Morgan Stanley was also very dissatisfied with President Richard Lamb, and many in the American financial world were also unhappy with him. After his re-election, Lamb seemed to have let himself go, losing all sense of respect, which offended many people. Now this guy wants to take advantage of John; ignorance is bliss!
"By the way, how did old Martin respond? Did Donkey offend old Martin because of that arrogant guy, Zipperton?" Morgan turned his attention to Jimmy with some anticipation, waiting for his answer.

"I don't know. Donkey hasn't said anything, and only a few people know the details. However, judging from their reactions, it seems the two sides parted on bad terms. I really don't know what those guys were thinking. How dare they go to Old Martin and even try to interfere with John's decision? Do they really think the conglomerate is just for show?" Jimmy was also shocked by Donkey's antics. Even though he didn't know the details, he understood how powerful John was and how terrible the consequences would be for Donkey if he angered John!

"Heh, that's just the stupidity of those donkeys. They've never stood on the side of the conglomerates. Next time, when the wall falls, everyone will kick them while they're down. They won't have a chance. Now I understand a bit why John is hiding in China. He's guarding against these guys. If he were in the US, I don't know how many guys would come knocking on his door, using righteousness to pressure him and put him in a dilemma."

"No way, unless those guys are crazy, how could they dare to do this? John has huge assets in Hong Kong and Asia!" Jimmy was a little incredulous. In his opinion, no one would do something so stupid. It was understandable that Donkey asked Old Martin to mediate, since they still had a way out. Going directly to their door would be like slapping them in the face!

"Nothing is impossible. The donkey has lost his sense of right and wrong, and our president is even more arrogant. His re-election victory has made him lose his head. How long has it been? How many people has this guy offended? He even wants to change the promises he made back then. Who does he think he is? Does he really think that he can do whatever he wants just because he is the president? Now those arms dealers hate this guy to the core."

"Boss, is that rumor true? Does he really intend to take back Gulfstream Aerospace's arms export rights? Has he gone mad? That would be breaking his promise. If he really does that, who will dare to trust Donald Trump in the future? Who will dare to stand on Donald Trump's side? He's only just been re-elected and he's already going back on his word. Does he really think John is easy to bully? What benefits have those guys from Oil Capital given them to make them work so hard? Isn't he afraid someone will shoot him in the back?"

"This isn't the work of oil-rich capital, but rather the instigation of those guys in Italy. They don't want to see Gulfstream Aerospace resume its cooperation with the Middle Eastern tycoons, nor do they want to see the Middle Eastern tycoons' power increase. The Middle Eastern tycoons' power already made those guys worried and afraid, and now they've made further improvements. If you were in their shoes, could you feel at ease?"

"But we can't back out now, it would have such a bad impact. Aren't they afraid of being abandoned in the future?"

"Afraid? What do they have to be afraid of? These guys think they've seen through the situation in the US and know that even the conglomerates won't let one side rule forever, so what do they have to be afraid of? Even if they back out this time, at most it'll just be Leeds who has to take responsibility, it has nothing to do with them! You underestimate the wickedness of people's hearts. There's nothing these guys can't do, and this matter isn't as simple as it seems on the surface."

(End of this chapter)