America: My Time

Chapter 450 Fear
Chapter 450 Fear
"Boss, do we really not need to talk to John first to avoid any danger? The White House is very worried, and their tone is very tense!"

“Jimmy, you’ve had the most contact with John. Do you think he’s the kind of guy who would do something so crazy on a whim? Although some of those guys broke the rules, it’s not worth it for that little fox John to go to such lengths. John doesn’t need to use such extreme force to deal with them; he can do it with financial means. There’s no need to leave a bad impression. It’s just that those old guys have done too many bad things, which is why they reacted like this. Don’t worry, there won’t be any problems. That kid’s target is a Middle Eastern tycoon! But this is good too; it can put a perfect end to this matter, which is also very beneficial to us.”

"I'm afraid some people will think that those old guys have too little credibility and that if things continue like this, something big will definitely happen. They cause trouble time and time again, and when they fail, they go to the White House again and again, asking us, Morgan, to act as their mediators. This will only exacerbate the conflict between them and John, and may even affect our relationship with John. Even if John doesn't retaliate excessively, his current actions in finance already show that he doesn't want to trust these bastards anymore and has already started transferring funds."

“That’s normal. It’s part of his plan. Without this shocking turn of events, what reason do you think John could have used to legitimately transfer assets, making those old guys and the White House hesitant to act rashly? It was all part of that kid’s calculations. However, this incident also shows that those old guys are genuinely afraid. Jimmy, how’s John doing on Lanai Island now? I heard business is booming, is that true?”

"It's true. Lanai Island is incredibly popular with the Japanese. Its various features and projects are astonishing. Tokyo TV even produced a special program to promote it, and it's now incredibly popular, making a fortune. John, that little fox, might recoup his investment soon! Many top yacht companies are envious. The Princess Yachts that John acquired is receiving orders non-stop, and the factory is expanding. Frankly, he's made the most of his promotional methods. The Mandarin Oriental Group is raking in the money. Japan is their best client, and Tokyo TV is their best advertisement. Universal Studios is even more popular than Disneyland now. However, most of their staff are now Asian, and their politeness is much better than Disney's. Now, Legendary Entertainment and Phoenix Entertainment are also promoting the Mandarin Oriental Group's tourism projects. Their resort hotels in Japan are also highly sought after. It's fair to say that with the help of the media, the Mandarin Oriental Group has become incredibly popular in major tourist resorts worldwide, becoming another major pillar for John."

"Isn't anyone learning John's method?"

"Yes, of course there is. It's just that the effect wasn't good because they couldn't afford the huge advertising costs. In John's hands, the power of the media was brought to its fullest extent, connecting the interests of all companies."

The next day, Morgan, Jimmy, and the two young men arrived in San Francisco for John's new home, a manor that everyone had ridiculed because of John's high standards, which many found unacceptable. However, once inside, the manor was a pleasant surprise.

“John, you know why we’re here today. You’ve really scared those old guys this time, forcing them to react this way. Although we know you didn’t mean it that way, we still need your assurance!” Morgan cut to the chase and stated the purpose of his group without any pretense.

"This is the result of doing too many bad things. Even if I have no intention of dealing with them, they themselves will feel uneasy. Don't worry, I won't take action against them, much less choose to do so at this time. The hatred between us hasn't reached that point yet. Moreover, if I were to retaliate, I would use business means. The security company arrangement was decided long ago. It's for Middle Eastern tycoons, as well as for security personnel for mining companies and Western Energy. As I continue to expand overseas, I need to be prepared in this regard, otherwise I will suffer a great loss."

“Mr. John, the matter in the game world is not the White House’s idea; it’s just Donkey’s own decision. We don’t want you to let the game world issue affect your investments in the United States. Your actions during this period have caused concern among many people.”

"Hehe, don't blame me. Nobody wants to lose their own interests for nothing. You all know how serious the situation in the game world is. If I hadn't reacted and made adjustments in time, the game world's stock price would probably have collapsed by now. Perhaps what Mr. Bu said is true, but that has nothing to do with me. What I see is just a chaotic and uneasy investment environment, so we have to prepare for the worst. This time it's the game world, but next time it might be Nvidia and Dream World, or Bell Labs, etc. You can't blame me; blame their own despicable methods!"

“John, this matter truly has nothing to do with the White House. They are also victims. After all, there is a separation of powers, and the White House cannot interfere with judicial fairness. They also have many concerns. Let's leave it at that. Everyone has a satisfactory result. This is good for you, for me, and for everyone!” When Morgan spoke, John couldn't help but sigh and said, “Fine, this time, for Morgan's sake, I'll let it end here. I originally wanted to give those old guys a surprise, to let them know how serious the consequences of scheming against me are. Now that Morgan has stepped in, it's all over. But I must say this: this will be the last time. If the same situation happens again, I won't give face to anyone. If they want war, I'll grant them war.”

“Okay, that’s good to hear. However, John, I heard that your company is preparing to move to a new office building, and many people have objections to the new location, thinking that your requirements are too high. Also, recently, Legendary Entertainment and Phoenix Media have been criticizing California’s public facilities, especially transportation, for neglecting safety. Isn’t that going a bit too far?”

"It's excessive, not excessive at all. Those guys know perfectly well that California is on an earthquake zone, and it's not like California hasn't experienced major earthquakes before. That's why I feel uneasy. As for the new company, it's a preparation to ensure the safety of our employees. Whether it's Dreamworld or Nvidia, they are both high-tech companies. We can't afford to lose that many elites, so providing everyone with a safe and comfortable environment is only reasonable. Safety is paramount. Those guys don't take Legend Entertainment's words to heart, and they will regret it one day. Since Morgan has spoken, I won't argue with them anymore."

These guys are laughing at me now, but when the San Francisco earthquake happens, all of Legendary Entertainment's claims will be brought up again to slap them in the face once more. As long as my company building remains unaffected, let's see what those bastards think. Then, who will dare to laugh at me?

"Dad, John seems too confident, and he agreed too quickly. Could it be that those old guys are overthinking things?"

"I don't know if I'm overthinking it, but those old guys are definitely scared. John, that little fox, is right about one thing: those old guys have done too many bad things, that's why they're so panicked. They've tried to sabotage John time and time again, really thinking he's completely defenseless, really thinking that with Morgan as their lobbyist, they can act with impunity time and time again. Next time, John won't have any scruples. This is not only a 'well-intentioned' reminder to those old guys, but also a reminder to Morgan. This kid is now the thirteenth largest conglomerate. Don't underestimate him just because he's still weak. If he's given more time, no one will dare to underestimate him, and anyone who does will pay a heavy price. We absolutely cannot get involved in this kind of struggle; we must remain neutral."

“I know, but I don’t understand what gives John the confidence to face the pressure from those old guys. Even if he’s strong, he shouldn’t be so domineering and show no respect for others. By doing this, isn’t he making an enemy of them?”

"A blood feud? You underestimate these conglomerates. They don't have any blood feuds; all they care about is profit. As long as there's absolute benefit, they'll cooperate on anything. Besides, John's strength isn't weak these days. If he were to launch a major war, the entire United States would suffer heavy losses. He has that kind of power. Admittedly, he saw through all the White House's schemes and the schemes of the Japanese and other countries long ago, which is why he laid the trap in advance, waiting for those guys to walk right into his trap. The appreciation of the Japanese yen seems to be within his expectations. Look at how the yen has been rising recently; many guys are already regretting not following Hurricane Investment's actions. To make an enemy of such a monster is just foolishness and arrogance, bringing disaster upon their families. They can withstand John's attacks, but after they fall, can their descendants do the same?"

"Even at this point, they're still not mortal enemies? This is one underhanded attack after another, one slap in the face after another. John can tolerate it, but can those old guys?" Little Bu Shi looked at his father in shock, his heart filled with doubt. He couldn't understand why both sides were still restraining themselves even at this point!

(End of this chapter)