America: My Time

Chapter 1579 Calculation
Chapter 1569 Schemes

Seeing their reactions, John knew they were doubting his motives, so he smiled calmly and continued, "The three of you are probably doubting my intentions, thinking I wouldn't tell you about such a market with endless potential. Actually, you're overthinking it. It's precisely because this market is so large that I can't handle it all by myself that I'm telling you. As for whether you three are willing to enter the market, that's your own business! After all, this is just my personal opinion, and success requires a considerable price to pay. Researching this kind of thing takes time and opportunity, and the possibility of failure is not small!"

“John, how likely do you think this has to succeed? Don’t forget, this isn’t something you could have thought of yourself. How could those pharmaceutical giants not have thought of it? They’ve probably already made preparations, and they might even be ahead of you!” Rockefeller said after a moment of thought, a hint of worry in his eyes.
"I know that, of course. Nothing is without risk, especially research like this. There's no one else here today, so I'll speak frankly. I believe no one can resist the temptation of life. You are conducting research and mastering cutting-edge medical techniques, and so am I. It's just that I started too late. The Europeans are the same. It's just human nature. In the face of life and death, who can be fearless? And there are huge profits involved. Everyone understands how to operate in this."

“Yes, at our age, our desire for life is beyond your imagination. You're starting to prepare now, which is much better than me. At least we didn't have so many thoughts at your age. John, how much of a chance do you think this cold-related project has? After all, it's a huge area, and there are so many competitors!”

"I don't know if you've noticed, but from what I understand, the common cold is different now than before. The proportion of viral colds is increasing significantly, which means that many of the medications used in the past are no longer very effective. But have you ever looked into Traditional Chinese Medicine? In comparison, its efficacy is much better."

Upon hearing John's words, Rockefeller's gaze sharpened, and he said in a deep voice, "John, you're planning to vigorously develop traditional Chinese medicine. Do you know what that means? It will impact the entire medical system!"

"I know, but no matter how much you try to stop it, it's useless. This is an inevitable development. Those guys in Japan have been taking action for a while now, and they've already achieved quite a bit. Besides, my research is also heading in its own direction. Putting aside everything else, in the US alone, the dietary supplement market reached $137 billion in 1998, while sales of natural herbal supplements reached $39 billion, growing to $43 billion in 1999. How big do you think this market will eventually be? Times have changed, and everyone's pursuits have changed. Who doesn't want to live a long life? Who doesn't want to have good health!"

"Is this why you acquired the health supplement company? You've been keeping an eye on this market all along?" In an instant, Rockefeller understood John's strategy in the pharmaceutical field and why John had invested so much money in it.

John nodded and said, "That's right, that's it. It's good for your health and you can make money at the same time. Who could refuse this project? I couldn't, so I've been keeping an eye on this market. And the potential of this market is much greater than you think. As times change and people pay more attention to health, it will only get bigger and bigger!"

"Impressive, John. Your vision is truly admirable. We were all wondering why you were making such a big push into the Chinese herbal medicine market. It turns out it was all for this!" DuPont sighed, also shocked by John's ambition. Thinking about John's plans in the United States and other countries, especially in South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia, they realized just how ambitious John was.

"It's not too late for the three of you to enter the market now, and with your abilities, it shouldn't be difficult for you to achieve this. This market isn't one where anyone can monopolize it; that's my sincerity. I'm not like some people say, only interested in hoarding everything. It's just that my situation is a bit complicated with yours. Too many people are watching me, too many people want to harm me, so I have to be careful!"

Although John's words were somewhat of a slap in the face to them, especially Rockefeller, they also understood that John had indeed changed a lot. However, they wouldn't act so easily; they needed to do more investigation, since they didn't have as many plans as John had!

The exchange soon came to an end. Although Rockefeller and his team had achieved their goal, they were not at peace with themselves. As they left, they were all thinking about John's words and whether they should follow John's plan. Could it be a conspiracy or a trap?

"Wouldn't it be a bit too crazy for us to do this? Even with ample funding, success won't be easy, especially in the pharmaceutical industry!" Lee Boo-jin said with a worried expression. She wasn't unaware of John's pharmaceutical plans; after all, there were some arrangements in South Korea as well, though previously focused on cosmetics research and development. The real R&D teams were still in Taiwan and Hong Kong, and the investment was substantial. However, there was now a considerable pharmaceutical R&D team in South Korea, which was John's main force for seizing the Korean market! "Crazy? No, not crazy at all. If we don't put some pressure on these guys, they won't get involved. And if they don't get involved, the pressure we'll face once we achieve results will be immense! You know why I broke up those industry giants? It's because I didn't want to give them an excuse! It's precisely because of this excuse that I can expand my presence in various countries without pressure, especially in South Korea. Otherwise, do you think those guys in South Korea would let us establish a foothold so easily?"

Lee Boo-jin was well aware of how xenophobic South Korea was, but she never expected John's next plan to be so outrageous, to so ruthlessly poach South Korean talent and their pharmaceutical market!
"I'm worried there will be resistance. This move is too big and will make many people uneasy!"

"So what? Do they have the ability to stop it, or do they dare to stop our investment at this time? If they do, there will still be foreign investment in South Korea. Don't underestimate the power of the media. Those chaebols know how to choose!" John wouldn't let such an opportunity slip by. If he didn't seize these South Korean assets at such a good time, it would be too good for these guys!
This is essentially a repeat of John's actions in Japan. When Japan was in crisis, John also frantically poached talent, only this time his target was South Korea. John couldn't continue targeting South Korea's economic pillars, otherwise it would attract unnecessary pressure, but other industries didn't face such serious problems!

While others might not know about South Korea's future strength in pharmaceutical research and development, John was aware of it. They were capable of surpassing Japan to become the world's third-largest producer of research and development companies—a truly astonishing feat. While everyone assumed John's target was only South Korea's pillar industries, little did they know he had already shifted his focus to pharmaceuticals.

If John's actions before were minor, now it's a full-scale attack, giving neither the Korean conglomerates nor the old guys like Rockefeller a chance to react.

“I know the power of the media, and it is precisely because I know this that I am worried. After all, they are the local bigwigs. If they are determined to resist, it will have a significant impact on our plans. After all, you want to become the new chaebols of South Korea. If you cannot gain their approval, it will be difficult to succeed!” Lee Boo-jin sighed softly as she said this. She knew how great the resistance behind this was, especially under the current circumstances. The South Korean chaebols would not turn a blind eye to this!
"You're wrong. You've been viewing things from a Korean perspective. You don't represent Korea anymore, you represent me, you represent the American financial elite, do you understand? You have the support of the United States behind you. No matter how arrogant they are, they are no match for the United States. Under the pressure of absolute power, they can only compromise. I could give them face before because they still had the ability to resist, but now they have no ability to resist at all. Rockefeller will no longer support them in opposing me, unless Rockefeller dares to face the pressure from the entire American high society! Do you think Rockefeller would endure such pressure and face such danger for those Koreans?"

John's words made Lee Boo-jin sigh. She understood all of this, but she was unwilling to face it. After all, she was the eldest princess of the Samsung Lee family. Even if the Samsung Lee family treated her unfairly, she did not want to see the Samsung Lee family fall into crisis. However, she had no say in the matter.
"Think it over carefully. Don't take everything so seriously. You should let go when it's time to let go. You can't control their thoughts or affect the overall situation! The Koreans are struggling to survive right now, so how can they possibly be my enemy? Besides, I'm not their enemy. Their enemy is those old guys like Rockefeller!"

John's strategy didn't just begin now; it had been in place for a long time, only now fully unfolding. Those previously insignificant companies are now shining brightly. John's words to those old fogies like Rockefeller were, of course, calculated!
The Koreans have paid the price, but the Japanese haven't. John wants to seize the assets he desires from Japan. This is a golden opportunity; if he can't teach Japan a lesson this time, he'll have wasted all his meticulous planning. Compared to the Koreans' schemes, John is more eager to see Japan's fate!

"But I still don't quite understand why you insist on investing such a large project in China. Is it really necessary? Besides, there's no absolute advantage in the pharmaceutical industry. In comparison, it's much easier in Australia or the United States, and you can also better enter the European and American markets!" Lee Boo-jin didn't understand why John insisted on making such a large investment in China and creating such a huge project. In her opinion, it was a bit too crazy!
"You're wrong. This market is enormous, even comparable to those in Europe and America. My early entry is naturally driven by a desire to seize the initiative. And you're mistaken; this isn't just about pharmaceuticals, it's largely about health supplements! Do you think I can capture a larger market share by combining American technology with Chinese human resources? Don't underestimate the power of China. If we bring a royal health product to Europe and America, do you think we can open up the market? Don't be bound by your preconceived notions. Once you break free from those preconceived notions, you'll see a whole new world! The potential of the global health supplement market is far greater than you imagine. And don't be influenced by preconceived notions. It's not that Europeans and Americans don't believe in Traditional Chinese Medicine; it's just that there's no corresponding promotion! Also, a different approach, a different direction, will lead to faster development!"

Although John didn't reveal all of his plans, Lee Boo-jin understood that John had a comprehensive plan, and it was more complete than she had imagined. Bringing people into the game might actually be part of a bigger scheme!
The more Lee Boo-jin learned about the brilliance of John's plan, the more worried she became. This scheme seemed simple on the surface, and she felt that there was a much bigger secret hidden behind it all, one that she just couldn't see! However, she knew even more clearly that this wasn't something she should ask. If John could tell her, he would have already done so!

The fact that John is taking this so seriously demonstrates the terrifying scale of his plans in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sector. Many only see the frantic restructuring and consolidation of John's assets, failing to see the far more terrifying and insidious network behind it—a network far more powerful than before. Unfortunately, not everyone can see through this, and even those who do cannot immediately ascertain John's true intentions.
John was merely dismantling assets, remaining hidden behind the scenes? No, that was only the surface. A far more sinister scheme lay hidden beneath, one that Lee Boo-jin couldn't see, nor even the likes of Morgan and Rockefeller. This was why they acted this way, why they had their previous probing. They wanted to learn more secrets from John, but unfortunately, they fell into his trap. Their every move was under John's control; he had anticipated their reactions and made thorough preparations!

Thinking of this, Lee Boo-jin sighed. This was the difference. Compared to John, her methods and plans were nothing. What was truly terrifying was John's self-sacrifice, which left the enemy clueless about what would happen next, and about John's true intentions and plans!
(End of this chapter)