American Gossip King

Chapter 261 03 Bestseller Pre-order

3 month 11 day.

The loan process between the Carl Group and Mitsubishi Financial Group has been approved.

23000 trillion yen was transferred to the account and then converted into US dollars and deposited into Ian's account in the United States.

Nobuo Hananyanagi warmly embraced Ian: "I hope the Tokyo Tower incident hasn't affected your impression of Tokyo."

Ian laughed and said, "I should be the one saying that. I'm the one who's caused you so much trouble."

His face was full of remorse.

Considering all the benefits I've gained from you, I'm willing to learn Japanese etiquette.

Ian bowed deeply to him.

Pan Liu Xinxiong looked at him speechlessly.

Ian Karl, what kind of man are you?

He now somewhat understood why the Jews had helped Ian Karl so much; it turned out that from the beginning, they hadn't expected it to work out... The loan was supposed to be given to other companies after Ian Karl's death.

Mossad!

Ian Karl!

You guys really know how to have fun!

But what good is knowing?

The Jews failed to kill Ian Karl, but instead orchestrated a strange explosion at Tokyo Tower. Faced with overwhelming witness testimony and physical evidence, Israel had no choice but to accept the accusation, claiming it was the work of dissidents within their ranks, and offering a sincere apology.

The kind that isn't publicly disclosed.

For a fleeting moment, Tokyo considered halting the loan.

But after careful consideration, they ultimately gave up.

Firstly, Ian Karl is someone you can't afford to offend; he's someone even Mossad couldn't kill, and messing with him would only bring trouble.

Secondly, only some civilians died, while Israel was the one to take the blame and make compensation. Japan was not significantly affected and could instead use this as leverage to make demands.

Thirdly, Nobuo Hanyu himself did not want to stop the deal... Ian Carl's management skills were still good, and everyone was willing to lend money to someone who knew how to make money.

Since it's a business that can make money, why refuse it?

Anyway, it was Tokyo Tower that got bombed, not Mitsubishi Financial... Besides, Tokyo Tower didn't collapse!

After the matter was settled, Ian did not linger and took Gal Gadot back to the United States.

This will also mark the beginning of her Hollywood career ahead of schedule; how far she goes depends on herself.

The Tokyo Tower bombing further enhanced Ian's experience with his right eye, which, after continuous accumulation, has reached nearly ten thousand.

However, the next level requires 5 experience points, so there's still a long way to go, and I'm not counting on it this year.

Ian's abilities are already sufficient, so there's no rush to upgrade him.

………………

Upon returning to Los Angeles, Ian immediately went to see Gaskell.

Unsurprisingly, the first thing that happened was Lena's complaints, biting, and pinching.

The news coverage was about Ian's desperate efforts, and also about his philandering...

She grabbed Ian by the ear: "Brought back another one? Hmm?"

Ian, enduring the pain, replied, "Sending me to Hollywood means I won't see you every day."

Lena said angrily, "Hollywood is practically your harem."

Ian felt very wronged.

Everyone else picks up their goods from Hollywood, but I deliver them to Hollywood.

Okay, there was also pickup.

The key issue is that I haven't been covering Hollywood much lately. I was originally planning to do some more Hollywood coverage, but looking at Lena's expression, I'll pass for now.

He said with a forced smile, "That's enough, honey. I won't be looking for other girls for now."

Are you still waiting?

Lena said viciously, "I think it's easiest to drain you dry."

That's not so easy, honey, I'm in great shape right now!

After a few jokes, Ian sat back down next to Gaskell, hugged his son, and said, "I have nearly 30 billion in my hands now, so I can consider acquiring Midea."

Gaskell chuckled, "First Bank of America is around $500 billion, so we're still $200 billion short, but cross-shareholding might make it possible."

"No, there won't be any cross-shareholding this time. We'll acquire Mei Yi first, then negotiate a merger with JPMorgan Chase, and then dilute the shares," Ian said. "The remaining 200 billion can be used by Ankang and Dubang to invest."

Ankang and Dubang would be happy to invest in a large bank.

"all?"

"No, I want to see the redstone."

Gaskell understood: "They're closing in? Madoff only added another 20 billion."

Madoff only spent 30 billion?

This is not enough to meet Ian's needs.

After thinking for a moment, he said, "Let Galbraith keep working hard; if we can get another 20 billion, that should be about right. Then I'll bring over the 30 billion from Afghanistan, and oh yes, the 30 billion loan from Linuo Bank."

Gaskell nodded: "That should be enough, but negotiations will take a long time."

Ian shook his head: "It would be best to finish within a month."

Gaskell was taken aback: "Why the rush?"

Ian said seriously, "I'm going to Iraq in April, and I might not be back for several months."

Lena and Gaskell were both stunned.

Lena grabbed Ian: "Stop joking, Ian. The Iraq War is about to begin, you can't go to Iraq now!"

Ian looked at Lena very seriously: "That's exactly why I need to go there."

Lena was stunned, her face turning pale with concern.

Gaskell looked at Ian, puzzled. "I don't understand, Ian. You didn't go to the Afghan War, so why did you go to the Iraq War?"

"Because they're different," Ian said slowly.

What can I say?

Is there some incredibly good news from Iraq, a sensational event that could rival 9/17?

A super news story that didn't exist in my past life, but I can create in this one through my own hands?

As a journalist, Ian's spirit as a legendary reporter never died.

Even though he is now a billionaire with a net worth of tens of billions, he will not miss any opportunity to make big news.

This is exactly what happened in Iraq!

However, unlike 917/917, which was explosive because of its subversion, innovative terrorist methods, and large number of casualties, this time it is explosive because of its long duration and the constant following and experience!

Ian would never give up this opportunity.

Ian thus threw a huge problem at Gaskell.

There are too many things to do to complete the acquisition of Bank One within a month.

The latest novel is first published here!

Fortunately, Gaskell had already been making preparations, and the background check on Bank of America and the initial contact were almost complete.

Bank One has been struggling in recent years, and while Linuo may not be a big name, its major shareholder is Ian Carr, a business genius in the United States... Even banks need media support!

So Gaskell thought quickly and said, "Then you'd better tell me your plan. I need to use this opportunity to convince Miichi."

Is that so?

Like using 917 to convince CBS?

Ian understood.

He thought about it seriously for a while, then said, "What are your opinions on the Iraq War? I mean, who won and who lost?"

The couple looked at each other and said in unison, "Of course, America will win."

"how long?"

Gasker laughed and said, "Based on the experience in Afghanistan, we might be able to reach Baghdad in half a month."

Ian nodded: "My information is that the US military will send troops around March 20th, and according to my judgment, it will take about half a month to reach Baghdad."

"And then?" Gaskell asked, puzzled.

Ian laughed and said, "What do you think Saddam will do then?"

Saddam Hussein?

Gaskell and Lena looked at each other.

Lena said, "Run away."

Upon hearing this, Gaskell suddenly realized: "You're not going to interview Saddam Hussein while he's in exile, are you?"

Ian chuckled. "That's right! That's it!"

Saddam Hussein fled, but he was eventually captured.

This event was also a sensation in the old timeline, but not explosive enough.

But what if a reporter ran away with him?

We interviewed him all the way, followed his footsteps, and saw everything he experienced and all the decisions he made!

Let people see how a country's president behaves when he is at his lowest point.

Is he still an incredibly arrogant and domineering person?

Or is it that even the so-called big shots turn out to be cowards when faced with life and death?

The public will love it!

Good journalists spend years tracking a news story, but Ian has rarely spent that much time.

But Saddam Hussein, you deserve it!

The life of an exiled president!

I will be your best companion on your escape journey; you will be the cheetah, lion, jackal, hyena, and buffalo I follow on the vast grasslands...

I will live with you and watch everything about you until you are captured by the US military, and then I will leave you with that eternal and classic image!

This is the pre-order for Ian Carl's first blockbuster news of 03!

This utilized his rebirth while also showcasing his talent for creating news!

Gaskell was speechless.

He didn't want to ask Ian how he did it, only, "How long will it take?"

Ian shook his head: "I don't know."

In the original timeline, Saddam Hussein was captured in December 2003, but Ian did not intend to spend eight months on Saddam's side.

I estimate that in two or three months at most, once we've gathered enough news material, we can sell it to the Americans.

Although Saddam Hussein's death was somewhat unjust, he was certainly no saint and a complete tyrant.

Ian has no qualms about selling people like this.

But this also means that he may not be able to participate in the negotiations to acquire Midea Bank. Without Ian's hypnosis, the acquisition price may be several billion dollars higher—although Midea Bank is valued at 500 billion, this is Gaskell's valuation, not Midea Bank's own judgment.

In the old timeline, they were valued at 580 billion!

Gaskell was thinking seriously.

After a long pause, he said, "I do not have the capacity to complete the merger of Bank One within a month."

"Huh?" Ian was taken aback.

Gaskell smiled: "But you have the ability to delay the start of the Iraq War."

Upon hearing this, Ian's eyes narrowed slightly.

Should the Iraq War be delayed?

Ian cannot stop the war, but he can certainly buy time.

"how long?"

"Add at least another half month."

"good!"

(End of this chapter)