Chapter 1523
Innocence
Zhang Yuan sat steadily in his chair, looking down at the kneeling foreigners in front of him, exuding an air of grandeur befitting a foreign power.
According to North American sources, Smith is now being held hostage by him.
When someone is being choked, although they use their brain to think, the pain causes their brain to move downwards.
Zhang Yuan not only pinched it, but even played with it.
"I still don't understand why you are so much worse than me in terms of intelligence and ability."
"Yet you dare to be so arrogant in front of me."
"You don't really think I'll do whatever you say, do you?"
"I never expected you to be this kind of Chinese person..." the foreigner thought to himself.
In the minds of foreigners, Chinese people shouldn't all be timid, reserved, and cautious, never daring to speak up or get angry when bullied.
How come it's become you bullying me here?
And why does this method seem so familiar to me?
It seems to be a working method from where we live.
In fact, it's not just the small island in APST; on the other side of the lighthouse, due to land management issues, many large landowners own vast amounts of private land.
For example, the Emerson family, the largest timber merchant in North America.
Arsenal's owner, Stan Kroenke.
Jeff Bezos, the owner of Amazon.
Bill Gates, the owner of Microsoft.
Even Chen Tianqiao, the boss of Shanda, a major domestic game company.
This guy made money in the country, transferred it all to buy land abroad and become a landlord, and he's very proud of it.
Let's see when he gets killed by white people and that's it.
They can just find any excuse to accuse you of endangering North American national security and seize your assets.
If you disagree, you can choose to be shot seven times in the back for acute metal poisoning or simply disappear.
On these private properties, the state police have no say.
To enter Goose City, one must be mindful of Master Huang's attitude.
These large landowners could do whatever they wanted on their own territories, as long as no one knew.
The lighthouse is where true government orders truly don't leave Washington.
The IRS is powerful; it can indeed collect taxes with armed force. However, these landlords even have the right to collect taxes from their own territories, which the IRS cannot interfere with.
What is a local tyrant?
The history is too short; we haven't witnessed the enormous damage that land annexation brings to dynasties.
We insist on state ownership of land because we have extensive experience with national subjugation.
Therefore, celebrities from all walks of life hold parties on these private properties, get to know each other, collude, and exchange pledges of loyalty.
Ordinary people can't even go there.
Musk: They threw a silver party and didn't take me!
Many of these "pledges of allegiance" involve doing things that cannot be known to the outside world and the public, and that violate mainstream values and public order and good morals.
Only in this way can we all be in the same boat.
It can be considered a "record of the conduct of officials" in a certain sense.
Actually, this isn't new. In ancient China, it was called "blending with the world and living in harmony with nature."
In the Republic of China era, this was called "If you don't take it, I won't take it, how can Commissioner Smith take it?"
It's all the same old stuff, making it seem like only you white people know how to do this.
It's just that we have high moral standards, so we don't hesitate to engage in these kinds of activities.
Furthermore, this kind of behavior has organizers and observers behind it, most of whom are Jewish!
How can I control you if I don't exploit your weaknesses?
So the more Smith thought about it, the more it seemed to make sense.
It feels so familiar, like coming home.
Because his wife's family were Jewish, this kind of tactic was usually used on others, but today it was used on him.
Because of familiarity, one naturally understands the consequences.
Especially after Zhang Yuan recounted his story vividly, the ease with which he spoke contrasted the cruel and chilling content with the reality that it sent a shiver down his spine.
He spoke so relaxedly, so naturally, and so genuinely.
It gives off a very strong Smith vibe!
My life has been like walking on thin ice. Will I ever be able to reach the other side?
He doesn't want to fall from his current status as a Hollywood elite and return to his roots as a country boy from Ohio.
As the saying goes, one who has no desires is invincible.
Once desire arises, one becomes extremely compliant.
This is the weakness of the bourgeoisie.
You told him you wanted to cooperate, but he was arrogant.
You said this streetlight matches your neck well, and he said let's talk about cooperation.
"What do you want?" After a long silence, the foreigner on the ground finally spoke.
“You know very well what I want,” Zhang Yuan said.
"But now the company has already reached the later stage of cooperation and negotiation with Huayi, and is about to start the establishment of a joint venture in mainland China."
“At this point, it would be useless for me to suddenly object. I am not the boss of the company; the decision-maker is Tour.”
Smith is now most afraid of Zhang Yuanlai saying "I don't care" and asking him to come up with a solution.
He really didn't have many good solutions.
Because the idea of profiting from both ends was something he and the boss discussed together.
After all, Smith's goal was simple: to do things for the company, and also to do things for himself.
While maximizing the company's profits, one must also maximize one's own interests.
To maximize company profits, someone has to spend money on "Pacific Rim".
To maximize one's own interests, one must not choose a master who does not obey.
He felt that Zhang Yuan was a lion, so he couldn't use him.
But now it's been discovered that the other party is clearly a hyena, and came at you by tearing open your anus right away.
Unfortunately, I also have hemorrhoids... it's incredibly painful.
Seeing that he had finally admitted to the fact that he and the company were profiting from both sides, Zhang Yuan nodded in satisfaction.
Honesty is the beginning of cooperation.
"It seems your intelligence is indeed insufficient to shoulder the heavy responsibility of cooperation," Zhang Yuan said bluntly.
"Then, let me tell you what to do."
"First, I want my money, now, immediately!"
They eat my food, demand benefits, and then betray me, treating me like a fool.
First, get back the 30 yuan in bearer bonds that were given to us before!
“Okay, I’ll contact the bank right away.” The other party quickly agreed.
Money is a small matter. As long as I can protect myself now, I can always earn it back later.
"I have another question," Zhang Yuan leaned closer and asked in a low voice.
Did Huayi give you any money?
"certainly……"
Please answer me honestly.
“Of course there is.” Smith immediately changed his tune.
“A bearer bond worth $100 million.”
Zhang Yuan raised an eyebrow, thinking, "They're really going all out."
I only paid the down payment, but they paid the full amount upfront.
No wonder they chose each other.
And this amount of money can be recovered with just one limit-up move by Huayi, leaving them with a considerable surplus.
Zhang Yuan once again marveled at the benefits of being a listed company.
However, there are two sides to every coin. While financing may be easy, stock price and market value can become a constraint on a company and affect its decision-making.
"Okay, I have another question."
"Can the company access your accounts and bearer bonds?"
“Of course not. I have an account at a Swiss bank, which is the safest bank in the world. They will protect my privacy,” Smith replied with considerable confidence.
"Will your wife be able to find out?"
"sure……"
The old Jewish man had connections everywhere.
"What would your wife and father-in-law think if they knew you had taken so much money?"
"They'll probably let me treat them to dinner and split the house repair bills with me," Smith answered fluently, knowing his family's temperament well.
Zhang Yuan nodded again, "You guys are truly amazing."
They are greedy for money, and they don't care how the money came about.
“That’s good, keep the money Huayi gave you.” Zhang Yuan only cared about himself.
"As for how my collaboration with Legendary Pictures will proceed..."
"I need your help."
"But……"
Zhang Yuan raised his hand to interrupt.
"You'll soon find out exactly how I can help," Zhang Yuan said with a smile as he stood up and straightened his suit.
The man on the ground felt that his smile was both cruel and cold.
……
The following day, the foreign members of the research team met their team leader at the hotel restaurant.
"Hey Smith... OH MY GOD, what's wrong?"
This person, who didn't sleep well last night and has dark circles and bags under their eyes, could be a guest star as a national treasure at the Sichuan Zoo.
After Zhang Yuan left last night, this man remembered all the despicable things he had done in his life.
He desperately confessed to the Lord.
Unfortunately, the Lord did not care.
"I drank too much last night, and I'm not used to Chinese food, so I'm not feeling well."
That's the truth. After eating two "Asian dishes," my weakness was exposed.
"I have aspirin, do you want some?"
"Give me a few."
When foreigners feel unwell, their first reaction is to take medicine, and their second reaction is to pray.
Anyway, it's impossible to see a doctor.
He sat up in shock while on his deathbed, realizing he couldn't afford the hospital bills.
Zhang Yuan slept soundly and arrived at the restaurant to find the man muttering prayers to God.
I found it amusing. I really don't understand you religious people.
Those who do not cultivate good deeds in ordinary times will only repent afterward.
This is just an excuse for one's own evil deeds, while pretending to be an innocent little rabbit.
Zhang Yuan thought of Du Xiaoyue, a famous eccentric in the mainland entertainment industry and a religious believer, also known as Yuan Li.
After she became a believer, she lost her mind, and most of her friends cut off contact with her because she not only believed herself but also tried to get others to believe as well.
And the reason she believes is because she married a foreigner who is religious.
Furthermore, they do not believe in Protestantism or traditional Christianity or Catholicism, these "ordinary" major religions.
They believe in the Demonic Sect, the same sect Tom Cruise belongs to.
Who would dare to believe this with her?
Later, the famous female protagonist of Yuan Li Literature, also known as CCTV female host Li Hong, was born.
This person is very kind; even after Yuan Li went mad, he remained her friend.
Until one day, a female friend of Li Hong's from her impoverished past chose to end her life due to the unbearable burden of life.
I told Yuan Li about this.
A normal person would comfort them, saying things like, "Don't be sad," or offer some profound advice, such as "Life is precious."
What did Du Xiaoyue say?
"Do you want to go to hell like her?!"
In Western religious sects, suicide is considered a disqualification from entering heaven.
This left Li Hong completely bewildered.
After that, I broke off all contact with him.
Therefore, Zhang Yuan looked down on these people who talked about faith but always did bad things.
They can't even put their knowledge into practice; they're a bunch of scum.
However, the old man in the Vatican is quite a character, openly and secretly using his power and means to fight against those inhumane Westerners who persecute women and children.
Therefore, he stood in front of Smith with a contemptuous smile.
When the guy opened his eyes, he realized he'd wasted all that aspirin he'd taken.
Headache!
Where is my money?
"It will arrive in your account shortly, but it will take a little time."
"Very good." Zhang Yuan clapped his hands. "Before the money arrives, I will show you around and treat you well."
The translation is: You're not leaving until you pay me back.
"Can you tell me what you're going to do?" Smith asked timidly.
"Just take care of yourself."
"Please believe in me, and more importantly, believe in yourself."
Zhang Yuan encouraged him.
It gave him a taste of the profound and unpredictable nature of Chinese culture.
Two days later, the bonds were converted into cash and returned to him.
Because of international exchange rate fluctuations, especially the depreciation of the US dollar, he even made several thousand US dollars...
There were also unexpected gains.
It put him in a good mood, which may be what we later referred to as "small joys."
Seeing that he had the money, Zhang Yuan called Jia Shikai.
"Okay."
After saying just that, he put down his phone and sat in the courtyard, gazing at the dappled shade of the trees.
"If you're shameless, then don't bother with it."
Soon, similar posts appeared on Chinese internet forums and online communities.
The titles are all pretty much the same.
How much longer must the Chinese people kneel?!
The early headlines were clickbait.
If you click to view the content, it's very simple.
A domestically listed film and television company paid millions of US dollars in exchange for cooperation with a foreign company.
There are only a handful of listed film and television companies in China.
Moreover, the use of terms like "kneeling" and "paying tribute" inevitably evokes a sense of disgust.
These posts even went so far as to provide detailed information about the banks and methods used for paying tribute.
It's as if they were watching the transfer right next to you; the attention to detail is so extensive that it's believable.
As for where these details came from.
Zhang Yuan stated, "I am the person involved."
Film and entertainment companies should focus on film and entertainment.
Make good use of your professional expertise.
Public opinion manipulation is their specialty.
The article mentions that Chinese people paid tribute to foreigners, and also connects this to various unequal treaties and indemnities from a century ago.
In short...
Shame!
Disgrace to the Chinese people!
That wasn't the end of it; the article was quickly reposted on external websites.
This immediately attracted the attention of many overseas accounts.
We've embarrassed ourselves internationally.
Then, repost the comments and reactions from overseas accounts back to the internal network so that people on the internal network can see how foreigners view this matter.
"So this is how Chinese people do business."
"They shouldn't have been allowed to join the WTO!"
"They're all liars."
People already had a prejudice against you, and this incident only proves how despicable you are.
Fiber Optics and Orange Sky quickly issued clarifications, stating that they had not participated in any cooperation matters with overseas companies.
Guess who didn't show up...
On Huayi's end, the two brothers were dumbfounded.
How is this going?
This is a case of hurting the enemy a thousand while injuring yourself eight hundred.
You're not only causing trouble for me, but also for the foreigners.
Do you think exposing it will make a difference?
You didn't give it to me?
And even if it's exposed, will foreigners admit it?
They will definitely deny it to the death.
As long as you don't admit it, you can't ruin our cooperation.
After all, if foreigners take our money, are they going to take the money and not do the service?
Back in Hollywood, Smith received an email from Zhang Yuan containing several Chinese news articles.
Foreigners were stunned by what they saw!
What are you going to do?
Why did you expose me?!
"Smith." At that moment, the assistant knocked and entered.
"Tuer is looking for you urgently."
Smith glanced at the email, then looked in the direction of his boss's office.
I quickly deleted the email.
Suddenly, he recalled the question Zhang Yuan had asked him earlier.
How would your family react if they found out you were making money like this?
He seemed to understand what the other person meant.
This Chinese person is forcing me!
First of all, I certainly cannot admit it.
If you don't admit it, you have to distance yourself from it.
At this moment, his mind was racing.
I stepped into the boss's office.
"What exactly are you doing?"
Tour threw a newspaper in front of him.
Foreigners would never miss such an opportunity to mock China.
Smith glanced at the newspaper articles, feigning ignorance.
"slander!"
"This is absolutely slander!"
"I have never received any money or gifts from the other party, and all the operations have been in accordance with the company's formal procedures."
Boss Tull didn't believe it.
Did you receive the money or not?
“Absolutely not, I swear on my wife’s life,” Smith said.
I still don't believe it, but whether I believe it or not is not important now.
"You've been handling this all along, what's next?"
Tursun first distanced himself from the situation.
Smith's expression suddenly turned righteous and awe-inspiring.
"I think, in order to prove my innocence..."
"To prove that Legendary Pictures is a great company and is sincere in its cooperation with China."
"Therefore, we need to conduct public relations and refute the rumors."
"anything else?"
“And another one!” Smith said resolutely in a strong voice.
"I suggest that, because of this public opinion, and also to show that we absolutely did not engage in any underhanded dealings."
"We will immediately cut off our cooperation plans with Huayi Films and remove them from the list of partners."
"Only in this way can we prove that we have no conflict of interest with the other party."
His gaze was sincere, his attitude resolute, as if he were the embodiment of justice.
Cut it open to prove innocence! (End of Chapter)