America: My Time

Chapter 1255 Entering the game
Chapter 1245 Entering the Game
"Refuse? How could I? I'd be doing myself a disservice if I gave up such an opportunity. They wanted to test me, so I'll give them the chance. Phoenix Group will acquire the film libraries of the two major film studios. I want to see if they'll back out!" John said, a cold smile appearing on his face. Since the enemy had given him this opportunity, he might as well seize it. Using Phoenix Group was the best choice, and it would be more effective in deceiving those guys.

What is real is made to appear unreal, and what is unreal is made to appear real! Those guys are plotting against me, but how do they know that I am plotting against them too? They have their schemes and their plans, but I only need to swallow a small part of it; I can just abandon the rest!
In the eyes of the enemy, John is a mad, greedy man who will frantically acquire everything given the opportunity. Look at the changes in Asian energy and quantum mining, the changes in Japan, and the situation in South Korea. This has given those guys in the US and the oil and gas capital a false impression, which is why we have the current situation and why so many 'benefits' are offered to us. Such temptations are indeed hard to resist!
This is a golden opportunity, one that won't come again. If John misses this chance, he doesn't know when he'll be able to complete the acquisition of Warner Bros. and Columbia Pictures' film libraries, gain complete control of those classic films, and prepare for the future explosion of the internet. Even if it comes at a great cost, John feels it's worth it.

"But knowing it's a conspiracy, you still willingly joined in. Aren't you afraid of getting trapped and unable to extricate yourself?" Lee Boo-jin asked worriedly. In her view, doing so was a wrong decision and a risky move.

"No, you're wrong. The more this happens, the more we need to get involved. If we do nothing, what will those guys think? And don't you think this is a better opportunity, a chance to outmaneuver those bastards in Korea? With so many high-quality assets appearing, do you think we still need to acquire their assets? Do they still have the right to negotiate prices with us? Tell those bastards that we have no plans to expand. The acquisition is officially abandoned!"

As soon as John finished speaking, Lee Boo-jin was stunned and could hardly believe her ears. She had made many preparations for this acquisition, and if she gave up now, all her previous preparations would be wasted.

"Why are you a little reluctant? Do you think it's still necessary for us to continue negotiating with those Koreans at this point? Do you think we still need to give them face? Look at what assets those Americans are offering, and what assets they're offering. How affordable are their prices, and what prices are they offering? Instead of wasting time with them, we should focus our energy and funds on this acquisition in the US. Aren't those guys trying to take advantage of my funds? I'll give them that opportunity to divert funds from the Korean side! Faced with such pressure, what do you think the Koreans' reaction will be? Will they sell their assets at a low price?"

At this moment, Lee Boo-jin finally understood John's scheme. This was a case of using someone else to do the dirty work, taking advantage of the situation in the United States to deliver a fatal blow to South Korea. As soon as the transfer of funds began, those guys would panic. If they didn't sell their assets at a low price, they would never have another chance. If John's funds in South Korea were completely drained, they would be utterly defeated!
Although John's scheme was a bit ruthless, Lee Boo-jin didn't see anything wrong with it. Moreover, she didn't want to get entangled with those guys any longer. Given this opportunity, she naturally had to give it a try. If she succeeded, she wouldn't feel any pressure, and the plan with the Koreans would be complete.

Soon John and Lee Boo-jin sprang into action. Phoenix Media began diverting funds from South Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia. Phoenix Media officially began negotiating with Columbia Pictures and Warner Bros. about acquiring their film libraries. This speed surprised many in the United States, who believed their plan had succeeded and that John, that greedy guy, had indeed fallen for it.

As long as they continue to offer high-quality assets, John will soon run out of funds and may even withdraw funds from China. Once John has exhausted his funds, that will be the time for them to make their move again.

"Boss, how could John be so crazy as to make such an acquisition at this time? Could it be that he really can't resist such temptation, just like those guys said, and is about to fall into the trap they've set?" Jimmy immediately became worried when Phoenix Group's reaction came out.

"You're oversimplifying things. Even you can see through it, so why would John not? Those guys aren't just plotting; they're pulling out all the stops. Even if John knew their scheme, he'd still willingly walk into it, and that's exactly what's happening now. As for John's thinking, it's simple: opportunity knocks but once. He'll seize this chance. With Phoenix Media's move, Warner Bros. and Columbia Pictures are likely selling their film libraries. If they do, John's investment in Phoenix Media will be severely depleted. If they don't, all their plans will fail. Countering a counter-plan with a counter-plan—that's the best option. Once John makes his move, they have to follow suit, or all their calculations will fall apart!"

At this point, Morgan sighed. He too coveted such an opportunity, but he knew perfectly well that if he or Morgan were to intervene, it would be futile. Those guys had set up a trap specifically for John; no one else was even qualified to participate. In their eyes, John was their biggest threat. "Boss, aren't those guys afraid of messing things up? Aren't they afraid John won't be led by the nose and will just take a cut and leave? If that happens, won't their plan fail?"

"Failure? That's how you see it? They don't have a concept of failure. As long as John makes a move, those guys think they've won. The less money John has, the more advantageous it is for them. So, as long as they deplete John's funds, they consider it a victory. What they fear most is John's financial maneuvering, not his asset expansion. Otherwise, why do you think they would offer so many high-quality assets to tempt John? Have you carefully considered how much profit John, that little fox, has gained since the financial crisis broke out?"

Hearing his boss's words, Jimmy shook his head and said, "I haven't looked into it. Right now, we're focused on reaping profits, so why would we pay attention to John's situation? Besides, whatever plans this guy has are none of our concern, since we're not his enemies!"

Upon hearing this, Morgan shook his head. Jimmy's reaction was still somewhat lacking. John, such a capable guy, had not been taken seriously. Moreover, in the midst of this financial crisis, John was being targeted by countless people, yet Jimmy had completely ignored him!

"It's precisely because we're not his enemies that we need to understand his gains. I can tell you with certainty that John's gains this time are astonishing. The Koreans are wrapping things up, perhaps to divert funds to complete the acquisition. As for Japan, there's been no movement yet, and there's been no change in Southeast Asia either. Currently, John's funds in the financial markets are only active in Korea; there's no movement in other markets. That's the biggest problem. So many high-quality assets, yet only Korean funds are being withdrawn. What do you think John is planning to do now?"

Jimmy thought for a moment, then shook his head and said, "I don't know. I can't see through John's plans or figure out his thoughts. Logically speaking, he has already completed his plans in South Korea, which is why he is withdrawing funds. As for other markets, he hasn't achieved his goals yet, so he still has to wait for the right opportunity!"

"That's certainly part of the reason, but you're wrong about one thing. John's plan in Korea isn't complete. He's warning Korea, putting pressure on those guys there. Now that John is withdrawing funds from Korea, what do you think those Koreans will think? Look at the situation in Japan, then look at the situation in Korea—the difference is huge. Those guys in Japan opened up many markets for John to stabilize the situation, without any scruples. But look at what those Koreans are doing. They're far inferior to Japan. These guys are too stupid, or rather, too greedy, always trying to take advantage of others. Now they've failed! This is a double whammy, not only giving those Koreans a warning but also responding to the old guys' plans. Now the pressure isn't on John anymore, but on those old guys. If they fail to satisfy this little fox John in the slightest, all their schemes will fail."

At this point, Morgan shook his head, deeply moved. With the situation having developed to this stage, those old guys were already somewhat ruthless, and they couldn't afford to delay any longer, or they would lose everything. John wouldn't give them a chance to delay, much less time.

At this moment, Jimmy finally understood John's scheme. It was a battle of wits, a clash of open strategies. Now it was a matter of who had the more cunning method and would have the last laugh, getting everything they wanted. Jimmy just felt that those old guys would probably be spitting blood in this battle.

(End of this chapter)