Ch. 1991..2000
Life at the Top Chapter 1991
“World Financial Center?”
Jasper was stunned for a moment when h e heard her.
He had almost forgotten about the World Financial Center.
All it took was one look at his expression and Wendy immediately knew what he was thinking.
“We invested a few billion into that center! You can’t possibly have forgotten about it, can you?!” Wendy huffed at Jasper in exasperation.
“I would never.”
Jasper did not know whether to laugh or feel embarrassed as he quickly explained, “It’s just that it’s been a while since I had t o worry about it, so I was shocked to hear that its construction has been finished.”
“Construction for the center’s structure had already been completed two months back, and the building already passed its acceptance testing and had its official topping-out ceremony last month. They’ve been carrying out internal renovation these days, and at this current rate of progress, we should be able to officially use the building soon,” Wendy replied begrudgingly.
Jasper’s gaze lit up. “That’s good, then. Hopefully, it’ll be done by the time we’ve reshuffled the company so we can move the headquarters to the World Financial Center.”
Wendy spoke up, “Actually, there’s been a few hotels and large-scale groups who came to ask us about our lot selling plans a long time ago. Many companies seem inclined to purchase one of the center’s levels for use.
“But I rejected them temporarily since the center’s construction hadn’t been completed at that time and I assumed that you wouldn’t want to discuss things like that so soon. Now that construction of the World Financial Center is finished, I don’t think we can drag this matter on any longer.”
“Have the marketing and operations
department discuss the terms with these companies then. I’m not planning to sell
any of the lots, but they can choose to sign a long-term lease. Choose only one brand of hotel, and have the departments decide the rest themselves,” Jasper stated.
JW Capital’s World Financial Center was currently the tallest skyscraper in the world. It was a landmark within the country, and it would certainly remain as the tallest skyscraper and landmark in Waterhoof city for another 20 years. Not t o mention that the Center was built on an extremely attractive plot of land. There was no way Jasper would sell such a treasure no matter how much others offered to pay, and he did not need to worry about lacking tenants for rent.
With the economic development of the country, ownership over this property would only appreciate and rent would only increase. In less than twenty years, Jasper would earn enough rent to compensate for the building’s costs and would be making a huge profit from the center.
Even elementary school children would know how to make such an easy decision.
Wendy nodded in acknowledgment.
Dawson was just about to leave for the company by the time they returned home.
“You’re back,” Dawson stated as he stood by the car and watched the two alight the car.
“Are you going to work, Dad? Just leave the business to your employees, don’t overwork yourself,” Wendy approached him to say.
Dawson waved her off with a smile. “I already experienced the retired life some time ago, but relaxing didn’t quite sit right with me. I feel better having something to do.”
“Alright. You’ve just returned, so go rest first. I’ll get going.’
Watching Dawson get in the car and leave, Jasper leaned over to whisper in Wendy’s ear, “How about we find a partner for your dad?”
Wendy jumped in a start and glared at Jasper, huffing irritably, “What kind of nonsense is that?”
Jasper shrugged and replied, “Don’t you feel that your dad’s too lonely? I don’t think loneliness is good for an elder’s overall wellbeing. ۱۱
“Stop with that nonsense. As if he’d agree to that,” Wendy rebutted.
“You’re about to get married, and yet you’re against the idea of a step-mom?” Jasper joked.
Wendy bit her lip and harrumphed at Jasper. “Who said I was getting married? I’m not getting married to anyone! I’m spending my life with my dad!”
“Even more reason for me to find a partner for your dad, then. That way I’ll have his daughter all to myself.” Jasper laughed aloud.
Despite this being a joke, Jasper still made a mental note of it.
Should he have the chance, he would find a partner for his father-in-law to grow old with. Having someone next to you was always better than being alone.
While Wendy would surely stay by his side forever, the care of a daughter and son-in-law would never be as attentive as a romantic partner.
However, Dawson was not just any random person. Ignoring his relationship with JW Capital, Schuler Corporations itself was a monumental business worth a few billion in the market. With the development of the economy, the rise in the domestic supermarket industry, and JW’s help, Schuler Corporations might just become an enterprise worth tens of billions in the future.
Jasper and Wendy had JW, so they did not care much for such a huge corporation. Dawson himself cared less, as he had told them long ago that Schuler Corporations would belong to them one day.
In truth, Schuler Corporations was currently loaning JW a huge amount of money. As long as Jasper asked, he could take as much cash as he wanted.
Considering this, there was no way Jasper would allow a random stranger to come in and risk destroying the current harmonious relationship.
Thus, Jasper decided he would bear the thought in mind and bide his time.
Jasper had originally planned to spend more time with Wendy before returning t o the company, but an emergency call from Jake disrupted his plans.
Jasper did not have time for a warm farewell before he got into the car and made his way to the command center.
Jake walked over to greet him when he arrived. As they walked toward the command center, Jasper inquired, ” What’s the current situation?”
“Harbor Stocks are plummeting!”
Jake took a deep breath and tried his best t o control the frantic waves of panic. He followed closely after Jasper and reported, “Harbor Stocks started diving the moment the market opened. We’re facing huge pressure from the shorts and there was no warning for this attack at all. The oppression is huge, and it started the moment the market opened.
“Harbor Stocks did not have any time to react at all. They dropped by 800 points right off the bat, and it’s on the way to break the records from the last stock crisis.”
Jasper suddenly stopped walking and turned to ask Jake, “Can Harbor Stock Market itself not counterattack at all?”
Jake smiled wryly and replied, “The desire to fight back is high, but… there just aren’t enough funds for that. The true leading funds have already dried out. All that’s left are small funds fighting for themselves.”
“It’ll be difficult for them to save themselves, let alone rescue the market. The entire market has been put in disarray. Had the Harbor government not reacted quickly and transferred funds to rescue the market, Harbor Stocks would have become the laughing stock of the world by now.”
Jasper did not need to think too hard to know who was behind this attack on Harbor Stocks.
He had to admit, though, that Soros had hit him where it hurt.
Jasper was extremely upset.
Domestic class A shares and futures market had the country’s government and the business federation watching over it, ready to resist any attacks. It may be difficult, but the government and federation should still be able to maintain balance in the domestic shares and markets. Many people would agree that Soros had made a smart decision by attacking Harbor Stocks and break this stalemate.
“Some people are not to be
underestimated.” Jasper sighed.
Life at the Top Chapter 1992
Arriving at the command center, Jasper had the data projected on the large screen. His brows remained furrowed the moment he saw the horrifying drop of the Harbor Stock Market index.
“All transaction quantities have shrunk. Now, t’s just retail investors trying to flee. The shorts are continuing to hammer the market and there’s no one who dares to stand forth and rescue the market. That’s why the transaction quantities are so small, and the market index keeps crashing.”
Jake said cautiously beside Jasper, “Mr. Laine, if this keeps going, Harbor Stocks will be broken by the end of today. This will result in a huge loss on Harbor Stock’s economy.”
Jasper asked grimly, “How much loss do Harbor Stocks have to suffer to affect Harbor Dollar’s exchange rate?”
“Thanks to your previous support, Harbor Stocks market index has been maintaining at around 9200 points these days. After dropping 800 points when the market opened, we’re left with 8400 points. According to my analysis, the moment the market index drops below. 8000 points, there will be a huge fluctuation in Harbor Dollar’s exchange. rate.”
Jasper frowned, his expression extremely heavy.
“Harbor Stocks and Harbor Dollar’s exchange rate are closely connected. The moment Harbor Dollar’s exchange rate fluctuates, Harbor City’s economy will surely suffer a great blow as well. By then, the country’s government will have no choice but to stabilize Harbor Dollar’s exchange rate with foreign exchange.”
“If that happens, pressure will be shifted t o Somer Dollar’s exchange rate. What a way to kill two birds with one stone,” Jasper muttered to himself.
“That’s what our analysis team predicted as well,” Jake said.
“We’re defending the market,” Jasper said.
Jake immediately replied, “Mr. Laine, the moment we transfer funds into Harbor Stocks to defend the market, our domestic funds will be the ones put under great pressure. This will continue unless we think of a way to pull our funds out of the United States.”
“That’s impossible. The United States Government will not let us take our funds out at such a time,” Jasper shook his head and replied.
“Mr. Laine, you must be rational now. It won’t be easy defending the market, and what if this is a trap Quantum Funds set for us? What if he’s waiting for us to transfer our funds to Harbor Stocks, so he can attack domestic class A shares?”
Jasper replied, “That’s just speculation, w e don’t know for sure. This is Soros’ true motive. We don’t have enough funds, so it’ll be extremely difficult for us to defend one market.”
“We’ll be put in a precarious position if w e face attacks from both ends. If we choose to defend Harbor Stocks, we won’t be able to defend domestic class A shares. Ifwe choose to defend domestic class A shares, then Harbor Stocks will be doomed.”
Jake did not speak anymore. His role was t o inform Jasper of the advantages and disadvantages of the situation. Jasper was still the one who would make the final decision.
At this moment, Jasper’s phone suddenly
rang.
Jasper looked down to read the number and told Jake, “Let me think for a moment, wait for me outside.”
After Jake walked out, Jasper accepted the
call.
“It’s me, Old Master Law.”
Astonishingly, this call was from Old
Master Law far away in Harbor City.
In comparison to Jasper’s heavy tone, Old Master Law sounded extremely relaxed. ” Hey, Jasper. Have you had breakfast?”
Jasper was speechless. Now was hardly the time for such trivial questions.
However, Jasper did not dare to act out of line before Old Master Law. He replied respectfully, “I ate something on the way.
Are you well, Old Master Law?”
“I’m very well.”
Old Master Law seemed to be in a good mood.
“We already know of what happened today, so I’m calling you just to tell you something. It’s nothing much.”
“Please do, Old Master Law. I’m listening,” Jasper replied courteously.
“You are not the same Jasper you used to b e. Back then, there was only so many people and things you can influence. But now, every single move you make must be made with the larger picture in mind. Your influence has grown into something extremely powerful.”
“Therefore, in regards to Harbor Stocks, you cannot give me or the other rich families of Harbor City special treatment
for the help that we have provided you before. Let go when you have to and never hold on to what you cannot.
“If Harbor Stocks loses today, it’s the money of the people here we’re losing. But if you lose, then it’s the mainland’s entire financial market that’s being lost. You and I, we cannot betray of our race.”
Old Master Law had only said one thing,
but it felt like he had spoken a lot.
Jasper listened carefully, his emotions
crashing like waves against his heart.
“Old Master Law, Harbor Stocks will be doomed if I do nothing. Harbor City will lose at least 15 years of its economic development. I will also be a traitor to Harbor City.”
The old master replied liberally, “Even if Harbor City loses 15 years of its economic development, it’s still Harbor City. As long as the people are still here, the city will not fall. But the mainland cannot afford to lose even 1 year of its economic development. How big do you think Harbor City is? How many people do you think we have? Compared with the mainland, what are we?”
“Jasper, this is a simple decision. You should know how to make it.”
Jasper clenched his jaw and replied, “But this might cause your whole life’s hard work to go to waste.”
“Haha, this is where you’re wrong.”
Old Master Law replied. “I’ve spent billions on charity my whole life. Anything I owe society, I think I’ve already repaid. Not to mention that I still have an overseas trust fund. No matter what happens, my descendants will still b e able to live comfortably for a few generations with the money from this fund.”
“As an elder, I have already done my best and there is nothing more for me to lament about. It doesn’t matter if these businesses can continue or are forced to come to an end, nothing is more important than the mainland’s market at this moment.”
“These are my, and the members of Harbor City’s highest class’, intentions.
“If someone has to sacrifice something, then let it be us old folks.”
Jasper remained frozen in place until the call ended.
He clenched his fist indignantly.
Old Master Law’s intentions were clear. H e did not want Jasper to get involved in Harbor Stocks, as that would result in a void in the mainland’s class A shares-one that would give Soros the perfect opportunity to attack.
Harbor City was willing to sacrifice itself t o overcome Soros’ plan.
Jasper lifted his head numbly. Harbor Stocks continued to plummet at an impressive rate. There was no stopping this fiery red force!
At the same time, Harbor Stocks’ Hansel Index was at 8189 points.
There were only 189 points left until it broke through 8000.
Life at the Top Chapter 1993
Sitting on the chair in the command center, Jasper truly felt lost.
He had never felt like this before no matter how complicated the problems he faced in the past were.
He suddenly remembered a sentence that circulated the internet from before he was reincarnated.
Peace and comfort have never existed. Someone else is just carrying your burdens for you.
Jasper used to think that he was miles away from being one of those big heroes o f the country, as he had never seen himself as someone capable of giving everything for the country and its people.
He was more inclined to believe that he was just an ordinary person. Someone who was a little selfish and did what benefited himself the most. He was willing to contribute to society and his race, but only as long as it did not clash with his personal gains.
At this moment, however, Jasper suddenly realized how narrow-minded he had been in comparison to the older generation like Old Master Law who had lived through the war.
Now that he was personally involved in this issue, Jasper was well aware of how difficult it must have been for Old Master Law and the others to make this decision.
It had only been 1 hour since the market opened.
This meant that they had only realized what was going to happen 1 hour ago, had evaluated and made a decision about a future situation, then came to a consensus.
Jasper knew he could not show such courage.
He knew he did not have what it took to d o something so selfless.
This was the reason why such courage and selflessness had hit Jasper so hard.
His mind and heart were a mess.
Harbor Stocks’ plummeting would not slow just because of someone’s emotions.
Far away in New York, United States, Soros stared at the screen where his forces tirelessly attacked Harbor Stocks with his arms crossed. He could not help but ask, “Rogers, what do you think Jasper will do?”
Rogers replied calmly, “He has no other choice.”
“So what do you think he would do? Will h
e ignore what is happening, or will he
rush in to save Harbor Stocks?”
Soros continued excitedly, “Putting myself in his shoes, the best option would be to give up on Harbor Stocks in the face o f such an attack.”
“After all, once Harbor Stocks crashes, the mainland government will use Somer Dollars to guarantee Harbor Dollar’s exchange rate. Jasper won’t suffer any losses, and no one will fault him for not helping. However, if he enters Harbor Stocks, he is to take responsibility if he fails to defend the market, and he’ll have t o be responsible if the mainland’s class A shares market crashes.”
“So…”
Soros narrowed his eyes and spoke
indifferently, “No matter what angle Jasper’s coming from, his best option is to do nothing.”
Rogers asked, “Is there a possibility that the mainland government will directly interfere?”
“There is.”
Soros replied straightforwardly and with certainty.
“But that requires time, and the mainland government will also face the same
question. Do they protect the mainland, or
protect Harbor City?”
“You must know that this isn’t the Terra Financial Crisis a few years ago. During that financial crisis, our main targets. were other small countries in Terra. Mainland Somerland had closed itself off with their economic policies, making them an impossible target, so they could easily help the Harbor Government survive the financial crisis.”
“But the mainland government is now facing no less pressure than the Harbor Government did back then.”
Soros’ gaze glowed brightly as he looked t o the East. With a relaxed and pleased tone, he said calmly, “So right now, we’ll just have to wait and see what decision they’re going to make. Whether it’s a smart one or a stupid one, everything is set once you make a move-there is no time for regret… I’m looking forward to seeing what they’re going to do.”
“Mr. Laine, Harbor Stock Market is at
8159 points. They can’t hold on much longer.”
Jake reminded softly once he approached Jasper.
Jasper nodded. His gaze remained pinned on the screen, but he did not say a word.
Jake opened his mouth, but decided against saying anything at the last minute, opting to leave and close the door behind him.
At the same time, members of the team outside looked up and stared at Jake walk out of Jasper’s command room. Seeing Jake shake his head, everyone sighed inexplicably, whether out of relief or disappointment. Then they looked down and continued to work.
Jake was waiting for Jasper to make a decision.
The team was waiting for Jasper to make a decision.
Soros and Quantum Funds were waiting for Jasper to make a decision.
The whole world outside was waiting for
Jasper to make a decision.
In the United Kingdom, in a class in the Royal Business Academy’s School of Modern Economics, a professor with unrivaled academic standing in the international economics community was currently watching a live stream to catch any of Harbor Stock’s changes with his students.
“Ladies and Gentlemen, there has been no signs of any changes with Harbor Stocks as it continues to plummet. Have you any thoughts about this?”
The old professor pushed the pair of glasses up his nose and asked with a bright smile.
“Harbor Stocks no longer has any funds t o fight back. Without an external source of funding, it will only be a matter of time before the market crashes. In fact, it’s already starting to crash.”
This was the answer from most of the students in class.
The old professor nodded and asked, Any other thoughts?”
“The plummeting of Harbor Stocks will directly affect Harbor City’s economy and thus result in a fluctuation of Harbor Dollar’s exchange rate. This is not good news for Somerland, who is urgently trying to raise its global economic status.
“Be it from a political or economic standpoint, Somerland must make an extremely strenuous decision during this difficult time. One that will cost a hefty price no matter what the decision is.”
This was the reply from the best student i In the class.
The old professor’s smile deepened. At the same time, a voice drifted over from the corner of the class.
“Professor, I think what happens to Harbor Stocks will greatly impact the outcome of this financial war. From the crashing of the United States Stock Market to this counterattack launched on mainland Somerland’s stock market, and t o the breaking of the stalemate between J W Foundations and Quantum Funds.”
The old professor was stunned for a moment, and everyone turned to look at the person who spoke up.
Only to find that it was a slightly rigid and slim glasses-wearing man from the east.
“And I am sure that Harbor Stocks will be the last battleground that decides a victor between Jasper and Soros.
“The victory of this war will directly impact the financial situation of both the United States and Somerland. Considering the immense influence of both countries, itis very likely that any changes will radiate outward and affect the global financial situation. In other words, we are currently witnessing history.”
Life at the Top Chapter 1994
The young man’s words stunned everyone in the class.
Everyone here was an extremely talented financial-economic student. Regardless o f whichever country they would work for i In the future, they would all be a part of the world’s true financial economic center from their respective working stations.
Still, they were shocked and excited by what they heard
Not everyone had the opportunity to witness history.
However, at this moment, everyone had the same question in mind. ‘Is he speaking the truth?’
The old professor looked at the frail eastern youth and asked elatedly, “What’s your name?”
The eastern youth replied proudly, “My name is Cho Masushita,”
Many students exclaimed in understanding once they heard the name.
There may be many Cho Masushitas in this world, but only one of them would be studying in the United Kingdom’s Royal Business Academy. The grandson of Kon Masushita, the man unparalleled in terms of business operations in Sunrise Land, the founder of Masushita Corporation.
“Very good observation.”
The old professor nodded and smiled contently as he said, “I’m planning to write a thesis that’s a full-scale retrospective analysis of this financial war. You may join my team.”
At this academic level, the lines between ” teacher” and “student” were already beginning to blur.
In name, they were teacher and student, but everyone at this academic level had learned of all the fundamentals. Instead of a class, it would be more accurate to say that this was an opportunity for souls and ideas to collide. There was always something new to learn from other people.
This was why even an elite professor like him led a team to come up with new
academic writing, instead of doing it all on his own.
This financial war was a large-scale one, one with such a broad effect that many financial economists have already made preparations to start studying it and try their luck at winning the next Nobel Prize i n Economics.
That was the old professor’s plan.
This was also why everyone began to look at Cho with a fiery gaze after the professor extended an invitation.
Regardless of whether the professor’s research or thesis eventually won the award, joining this team would greatly benefit their futures. This was a benefit that all the students dreamt to have.
Thus, no one expected it when Cho immediately rejected him.
“My apologies, Professor. I have already promised my grandfather and father to return to the country and help out the family business after I graduate.”
“If Somerland has a genius like Jasper Laine, then I must tell the world that Sunrise Land has a Cho Masushita as well!”
It was a shame, but the professor did not press him.
After all, there were too many geniuses dreaming to join his team. He could accept not having Cho Masushita in his team.
“Very well, then. Let us continue witnessing this historical moment, then. You have a great understanding of the big picture.”
Villa, Swallow Capital.
Adele sighed.
In the courtyard where he played around with his parrot, the crippled Brown could not help but comment when he saw a frantic-looking Adele squatting under the grapevines. “Why are you panicking over other people’s businesses? You’re about t o burn the house down with the fiery frantic look in your eyes.”
Adele glared at her brother and said, “It’s none of your business, you invalid!”
“I just want you to calm down. Stop looking like you can’t wait for him to come and ask you for help, you’re disgracing the Brown family with your eagerness.
Enraged by her brother’s words, Adele stood and pointed at him. “I dare you to say that again, you crippled man!”
“You secretly gave the jade Grandfather gave you to Jasper. You’re screwed if Mom and Dad find out.”
The crippled Brown shook his head and continued, “You’re too impulsive and you don’t think enough about the consequences of your actions.”
“Your Uncle McNeal is there because of his mission. Did you think your actions would go unnoticed if the Higher-ups wanted to find out? Uncle McNeal wouldn’t let you do as you wish, either. You did not think it through enough when you thought about using the Brown family as one of Jasper’s lines of defense.”
“Not enough! Not enough! Did not think it through enough!”
The parrot in the crippled Brown’s hand was relatively human considering its actual species, and it began to shout and make a riot.
Adele argued, “As if anyone would be as cautious as you people. I simply asked Uncle McNeal to pass a present over, that’s it. There’s nothing more to it.”
The parrot continued to shout after Adele finished speaking, and she broke a branch off the grapevine to whack at it.
“Keep shouting and I’ll pluck your fur off,
you stupid bird!”
The parrot spread its wings and flew around the crippled Brown in shock, but it had also stopped shouting.
Adele gave it some thought before she threatened, “Only the two of us know about this now. If Mom and Dad somehow find out, that means you’re the one who leaked the secret. I’ll never forgive you for that!”
The crippled Brown shook his head. He was not going to argue with a young lady.
“This is his true trial. We’ve waited a long time for this, so what’s a little longer? Just wait and see. We’re waiting, they’re waiting, even those up there…”
The crippled Brown pointed at the sky above to say, “They’re also waiting.”
“I said this long ago, didn’t I? It’s not easy being the role model. If a post wants t o keep the tree growing straight, it must first be able to withstand pressure and stand strong. This is his trial, it won’t be a n easy one.”
Adele pursed her lips and asked guiltily, ” Still, the families in Harbor City already sacrificed themselves. Isn’t it too much to ask them to be sacrificed too?”
“Too much for who? Jasper or the people i n the imperial city?”
The crippled Brown looked at Adele seriously and said solemnly, “From the perspective of a national war strategy, the priority will always be to service and benefit the majority. Any sacrifices made will not be in vain. People themselves will understand and see reason.”
Adele said impatiently, “I really hate it when you people speak so vaguely. Just tell me what the higher-ups have planned.”
The crippled Brown turned his wheelchair and made his way back indoors. “It’s reading time. I’m going back to read, so don’t disturb me.’
Adele stomped her feet angrily, but the crippled Brown did not look back. She knew she could not stop him, and she had no other choice but to stew in her own frustration.
Squatting under the grapevine, Adele looked up and sighed softly under the speckles of sun light that shone through the shadows of the tree.
“Jasper, oh, Jasper. Don’t you lose now, I haven’t had my fill from earning money from you.”
Life at the Top Chapter 1995
Big Wave Bay, Harbor City.
This beach was the one with the best view in Harbor City. Both tourists and Harbor City locals love taking strolls here.
Endless waves washed ashore as feet walked atop soft white sand. The feeling was hardly unpleasant, rather, it was soft and malleable under pressure.
Henry and Jill strolled side-by-side.
However, at this moment, there were no signs of arrogance or dominance in Henry’s expression. His brows were furrowed as if worried about something.
Without the pride, Henry’s features and edges smoothed out into something gentler.
Jill seemed to realize that Henry was worried about something, so she picked u pa topic and started talking. “I have a competition overseas next month, so I’ll b e going back to Swallow Captial two days later for secluded training. I won’t be able to spend time with you then.”
Henry replied with a smile, “That’s fine, I can come and look for you.”
Jill scrunched her nose and replied, “Our coach might not say it, but he’s long felt frustrated that you keep taking advantage of your authority and forcing your way to watch us train.”
Henry arched a brow and asked, “He’s frustrated? Did he take it out on you?”
Henry began to make plans about how to screw with the coach as he asked this, and the iconic arrogance soon returned to his face.
Jill quickly replied, “He didn’t. Our coach i s a nice man, he’s doing what’s best for u s. After all, to athletes, only results and gold medals matter.”
“Then quit being an athlete, I can provide for you,” Henry spoke without much thought.
Jill chuckled with a hand over her mouth, “Aren’t you still living off your family?”
Henry deflated like a balloon at her words, and the worried expression returned tohis face.
Realizing she had misspoken, Jill quickly apologized, “Sorry, I didn’t mean it like that.”
Stunned for a moment, Henry waved her off with a smile and replied, “You misunderstood. I wasn’t upset about what you said, I do live off my family. My family has more than enough money to provide for 10 of me. I admit and embrace that proudly, I was born into a great family.”
Jill was rendered speechless, but she felt relieved at the return of the familiar feeling.
She was Henry’s official girlfriend now,
and she had just met the Law family, including the old master. This was an honor any girl outside did not even dare t o dream about.
However, to Jill, this was another burden.
Merely because their families were just too different.
Jill’s parents were normal people. At most, they could be considered a middle income family that did not have to worry about food and clothes. Her family conditions were relatively good within the mainlands but it was nothing compared to the Law family.
Thankfully, the members of the Law family were nice people and they did not look down on her at all.
None of the arrogance and high-standing aura she expected wealthy families to have.
“Hey, Jill?”
Henry suddenly asked
“Hmm?”
Jill hummed only to find Henry looking at herself with an unfamiliarly solemn and grave expression. There seemed to be something he wanted to say.
Jill’s heart skipped a beat in reply.
She realized that Henry was about to tell her something very important.
‘Did his family not accept my lower status? Is he going to break up with me?’
A mess of emotions swarmed her heart and Jill’s expression turned complicated.
“There’s something I want to tell you,” Henry said with difficulty.
“Go ahead. I’m listening,” Jill looked down and replied softly.
“If, I’m just saying, if my family goes bankrupt, will you still be with me?”
Henry scratched his head and asked.
Jill was dazed by the question and Henry quickly explained himself, “I’m just saying, hypothetically. Even if my family goes bankrupt, we would still be able to live comfortably since we have an overseas trust fund that will give us enough money each month to live a very comfortable life.
“But it won’t be as glorious for you anymore. I won’t be Young Master Law, and you wouldn’t be the great Mrs. Law anymore.”
Jill stared at Henry blankly and asked, “So this was why you were so anxious and worried all this while?”
Henry replied in shock, “Of course! If the Law family goes bankrupt, I won’t be the Young Master Law that could just beat anyone up. Of course, I’d worry what you’d think of it.”
Jill could not help but snicker. She was surprised to see such a cute side of this evil young master.
“I’m not with you because you can beat anyone up. I didn’t know you were the Young Master of the Law family back then when I first brought you home, did I?”
Jill’s tone shifted into something gentler a s she took both of Henry’s hands. “I’m with you because of who you are. Not because you’re the Young Master of the great Law family, or because your father i s Zachary Law, or because your grandfather is Old Master Law. I’m with you because I like you, not because I want t o be the great Mrs. Law.
“So even if the Law family goes bankrupt, even if you don’t have some kind of trust fund, the money I’ve saved from my competitions these years should be enough for us to live a good life.
“So what are you worried about?”
Henry smiled at her reply.
“Really? That’s what you think?”
“Really.”
Henry hugged Jill and laughed loudly, “I knew it! I am wonderful, my charm is undeniable!”
Excited, Henry put a screaming Jill down and kneeled on one knee. He looked at Jill and said, “Marry me, Jill!”
Jill pursed her lips, her eyes shimmering
like the starry night.
“Sure, just not now.”
Henry was stunned, then he heard her continue, “I still haven’t won any Olympic Gold medals yet, but I’ll have to retire once I get married. So give me a bit o f time, I promise I’ll earn Gold during the next Olympics. Let me marry you with a Gold medal, okay?”
Henry shivered in excitement.
“Yeah, yeah, okay. What could be better
than marrying an Olympic Gold medalist as a wife?”
Jill pulled Henry up and asked after slightly calming down, “The Law family has a huge business. Why would you feel worried about going bankrupt?”
Henry sighed and replied, “I know that the Law family’s future might still seem boundless, but you’ll know if you looked a t Harbor Stocks today. The Law family and the other wealthy families in Harbor City are only a step away from going bankrupt.”
Henry turned his head to the general direction of the mainland and said, “I wonder what he’s doing now? He must be more distressed and conflicted than I am now,”
Life at the Top Chapter 1996
Far away in the center in Nauritus City where everyone’s attention was directed.
Jasper sat in his chair and stared blankly a t the big screen as the Harbor Stocks Index dropped gradually.
Outside, the team that had been busy for almost half a year was now free on a trading day today. It was such a rare sight.
Some people were mindlessly fiddling with the materials at hand while some were anxiously looking at the market. However, these people would involuntarily look at the closed office door every ten seconds or so.
The attitude of the man in the office would determine whether they would save Harbor Stocks or not.
At this moment, Jake and Baz, who came over, were standing in front of Jasper.
“I can decide with one word, but the price to pay is bound to be heavy.”
Jasper finally opened his mouth slowly. H e looked at his two right-hand men and said slowly, “So now, please give me some advice.”
Baz looked at Jake instantly.
Baz did not dare to speak indiscriminately on such a huge issue.
Jake took a deep breath and replied in a low voice, “Mr. Laine, no one can give you advice.
“The current situation is very clear. There will be sufficient reason and also ample dangers whether we save it or not. For such a big matter, no one can intervene except yourself.
“But Mr. Laine, there is something I want to say.”
Jake looked at Jasper with scorching eyes that were full of mad admiration. Then, h e said in an excited tone that he had never used before, “The first time I interacted with you was at Harbor Stocks.
“At that time, you were in charge of the market rescue. I didn’t believe that a person who came from the mainland in a place where modern finance was not yet popular had the ability and power to
undertake the market rescue. “It was not just me, many people felt the same way too. It could also be said that
nobody believed in you.
“But what happened in the end? You still
did it.
“Although you said that the ending was not perfect and Rogers still managed to deceive you, it was the best result in that situation.
“I can say that it was the first time that you showed your strength and talent in front of international capital.”
“The current situation is the same as the one back then. There is the same danger, the same dilemma, and the same butterfly effect.
“But why are you afraid now?
“Is it because you have a huge business
now?
“Is it because too many people’s lives and hopes have been entrusted to you?
“Is it because your strength has declined? Or has your talent faded?
“No, not at all.
“It’s because… You’re afraid.”
Under Baz’s horrified gaze, Jake took a step forward, stared at Jasper, and said, ” Mr. Laine, in my mind you are a living god. This is not blind worship, nor is it because you are the boss who’s paying my salary, it’s because you always manage to turn defeat into victory again and again in sheer defiance of the natural order. That’s how you convinced me.
“Right now, you are not the god in my
mind anymore because you have concerns
and are afraid.
“In truth, it doesn’t matter whether you save the market or not, but if you can’t figure this out, you will never be able to overcome this hurdle.”
The more Baz listened, the more frightened he became. He frantically pulled on Jake’s sleeve, but it seemed that Jake could not feel it at all. Baz could not bear it anymore and said in a low voice, ”
Jake, what nonsense are you spewing?”
“I’m not spewing nonsense!”
Jake answered in his loudest voice.
“Mr. Laine is just scared. What’s so hard t o admit about this? He’s so scared that he can’t even make a decision!
“Yes, I joined JW halfway through, but I have studied JW’s growth and development more thoroughly than anyone else. What did JW rely on to achieve the success it has today?
“It didn’t depend on anything, it’s all because of Mr. Laine’s ability and strategic vision that surpasses all others by y at least 10 years and his courage to earn a big payoff for a small effort. However, if you lose this courage, Mr. Laine, what’s JW’s future going to be like?
“The seemingly huge JW actually has a very weak and even shallow foundation. If there is no Mr. Laine, or rather, if there is no Mr. Laine who was like a god before, JW’s downfall will be just around the corner!”
If Jake’s previous words were just unruly, then the latter sentence would be a complete overstep of authority.
Baz’s face turned pale with fright. In JW, who had the courage to tell Jasper
that JW would crash and burn? However, not only did Jake say that, but hi
e also almost shouted it out.
Jasper looked at Jake and said nothing.
However, it was the kind of silent gaze from a superior that put people under immense pressure.
At first, Jake was able to meet Jasper’s
eyes without looking away, but after a
while, Jake’s eyes began to flicker and he
could not help but want to avert his gaze
from Jasper.
At this time, Baz rushed over and said, “M r. Laine, don’t stoop down to his level. This guy is probably too exhausted, that’s why he’s a little muddleheaded.”
Jasper shook his head, relaxed his body, and leaned back on the chair. He said, “I don’t think he’s muddleheaded. He’s
soberer than anyone else.”
After taking a look at the big screen, Jasper said, “There are still 100 points to the breakdown point, you guys should go out first. I’ll contemplate it more.”
Baz almost dragged Jake out.
When the office door was closed, Baz took his hand away from Jake’s back. He grinned and said, “Jake, your back is soaking wet.”
Jake said angrily, “Try letting Mr. Laine stare at you like that for a minute.
“I think you’ll pee your pants.”
“I know.”
Baz lamented, “Mr. Laine’s prestige is getting stronger day by day. It wasn’t so powerful before, but when I looked into his eyes just now, I felt as if my heart was being squeezed.”
Jake sighed and said, “I wonder what his decision will be.”
Baz shook his head and answered, “It’s not something we should worry about, let’s just wait.”
Time passed slowly. At this time, even Jake and Baz joined the team that were looking at the office door every ten or so seconds.
On the big screen, the Harbor Stocks Hansel Index reported position was 8098 points.
The defensive support at 8100 points was broken.
Five minutes later, the Harbor Stocks Hansel Index reported location was 8050 points.
At this final juncture, Harbor Stocks was struggling to survive. It was like someone who was about to drown and was desperately trying to grab onto the last straws. At the same time, it was also like a struggling beast, letting out its last wail.
Harbor Stocks was flooding with victims. The blood that was spilled was the blood o f Harbor City capitalist.
Just when everyone’s heart was feeling restless, the door of the office was finally opened.
Jasper stood in front of everyone.
Life at the Top Chapter 1997
“Everyone, sorry for the long wait.”
This was the first sentence Jasper said to everyone.
He exhaled, spread his hands to both sides of his body, propped himself on the railing, and looked at the entire team. Because of the long overtime, everyone looked a little sloppy, but they were all still in a good state of mind.
This made Jasper somewhat relieved.
Then he said the second sentence.
“After much thought, I think…”
After shaking his head and laughing at himself, Jasper continued, “As a man, sometimes, there will always be some stupid things that you have to complete with loneliness and blood.
“Raise all the funds we can at once and then go into the Harbor Stocks market. Our fellow friends in Harbor City need us.”
He did not say many words, but those few
simple sentences were more powerful
than any long speech.
The entire team that had been out of their wits just a second ago seemed to have been injected with stimulants in an instant. Everyone was instantly refreshed as they howled excitedly and cheered loudly.
Baz walked quickly to Jasper and asked in a low voice, “Mr. Laine, if all the funds are withdrawn, what will happen to the domestic A-share market?”
Jasper said lightly, “Don’t worry about it,
I still have a trump card.”
After speaking, Jasper looked at Jake and said, “Contact all the team members who are in charge of the United States market. Everyone, please work hard. This is our last battle in Harbor City.”.
Jake was stunned for a moment. However, he pursed his lips and said nothing. He nodded and immediately went to make calls.
“How much money can be raised?” Jasper
asked.
This question was obviously directed at Baz beside him
Baz had always been in charge of the domestic A-share market, and he had long been familiar with all kinds of data. H e immediately replied, “The total capital i s about 60 billion Somer Dollars, which is all the funds we can use. Only 10 billionof which is owned by JW Company. The other 50 billion is almost entirely derived from various bank loans during this period.
“Only I will do something as stupid as
taking a loan to rescue the market.”
Jasper sighed and said, “Gather all of them together. The target stocks are Fongroup, Atticus Group, Hope Group, Boyle Shipping Group, Wukki Property, Somer Eastern, and other top ten listed companies in Harbor Stocks with the highest market value.
“Firstly, take down all the selling orders o If these 10 listed companies in the world. Each company’s stock price target point is a 5% increase in the current stock price. Then, observe the market trend.”
After pondering for a while, Jasper immediately changed his mind and said, ” 6%,”
Baz inhaled sharply after he heard that.
He knew that if Jasper wanted to rescue the market, he would have to make a big move, but he did not expect it to be so big.
Not to mention, he was going for the top 1 o listed companies in the entire Harb Stocks by market value. The market value of any one of them was astronomical, but Jasper wanted to raise the price of all of them by 6%.
Baz knew that Jasper was going to use the most violent means to intervene in the collapse of Harbor Stocks.
The current Harbor Stocks was like a building that was about to collapse. A slow measure would not stop it from falling. It could only be supported by a full explosive force.
But the problem was…
“Mr. Laine, are you sure you want to add Fongroup, Hope Group, and Atticus Group in the mix?” Baz asked.
Jasper glanced at Baz and said, “They are indeed our enemies, but this time, it is not for the benefit of one individual, but the overall benefit of Harbor City. The impact of the rise in the market value of any of their companies is far more than the rise o f the stock price of 30 unknown listed companies. What I want is a weather vane.
“We can’t focus on our grievances at this time. We can only talk about righteousness. This is also the most correct way for us to rescue the market.”
Baz nodded seriously. Then, he took a
deep breath and replied, “I see.”
At this moment, the Hansel Index of Harbor Stocks was reported to be at 8010 points.
The integer point of 8000 points was like the last embankment when the river was flooded. Once this protection was broken through, what awaited Harbor Stocks was a complete flood.
Everyone understood this truth.
Hence, at this moment, the attention of the whole world was on this point.
All this happened so suddenly. Aside from a very small number of people, most of them were not mentally prepared for this at all, but it still happened.
Meanwhile, in Harbor City, traders in red vests occupying trading floors and investors sitting in their homes and offices were all fixing their eyes on the market index.
They longed for a miracle to happen.
Otherwise, this stock market crash would be inevitable.
In Soros’s office, the man was smoking a cigar and narrowing his eyes at the screen.
Through the smoke, Soros’s eyes were as vicious as a lone wolf. There was a little bit of anticipation in his gaze and he seemed to be looking forward to the appearance of his prey.
“Looks like he won’t show up,” Rogers said beside him.
“After all, the current situation is too clear, Compared with Harbor City, he still. chooses to protect Somerland’s domestic
A-shares market.
“Actually, he has no choice. If it were me, I would have done the same too. It is too difficult to protect Harbor Stocks. An egoist like Jasper would not do it.”
Soros chuckled lightly and said, “Never make a conclusion until the last minute.”
“It’s at 8002 points.”
Rogers said in an inexplicable tone, “Even if Jasper shows up, it’s too late. Does he think he’s a god? Can he save Harbor Stocks at this time?”
The moment Rogers finished saying that,
the Harbor Stocks market came to an
abrupt halt.
The market, which was still refreshing furiously to show the lowest point a second ago, seemed to be supported by an invisible big hand right now.
The red color that covered the entire huge screen which represented the shocking fall suddenly started to disappear gradually.
In the data in the transaction column, the
long disappeared green data that
represented the purchases began to refresh frantically again.
The entire market only paused for a moment before it began to scuttle wildly like a violent beast.
“There are funds entering the market! The amount of funds is humongous! Our selling orders have been eaten up!”
Looking at the terrifying transaction volume, Soros’s blood that had been calm for a long while started boiling.
He roared, unclear if it was out of fear or excitement, “He’s here! Jasper is here! I knew he wouldn’t let me down! He’s here at Harbor Stocks! He’s going to rescue the market!”
Life at the Top Chapter 1998
Whether Soros wanted to admit it or not,
Jasper had long been his enemy.
However, most people who had reached the pinnacle in a certain field would feel that it was too lonely at the top.
This was not pretentious.
Rather, it was the expectation and satisfaction of the desire for an evenly matched opponent to appear after reaching the limits in a certain field.
Therefore, Soros was having mixed feelings now. He did not know whether he was happy or disappointed about Jasper’s decision to rescue the market.
He was happy because he could have a hearty showdown with Jasper in Harbor Stocks. The winner would take everything and the loser would not have a chance to make a comeback anymore.
He was disappointed because once Jasper decided to give up Harbor Stocks, the subsequent chain effects would give Soros enough ability to overturn the entire game that Jasper had been working hard at for more than half a year.
Whether it was the United States stock market or the Somerland financial market, Jasper would become truly isolated at that time as no rescue force would show up to save him.
However, right now, it was futile to
discuss such things.
After all, Jasper was starting to rescue the
market.
As soon as JW’s funds entered Harbor
Stocks, the entire market immediately.
reacted violently.
The top ten listed companies with the largest market value in Harbor Stocks that Jasper chose to rescue had a tremendous. impact as their stock price began going straight up.
This upward momentumn was violent.
The top ten largest listed companies in Harbor Stocks accounted for a large proportion of the market. Immediately after these ten listed companies rose, the Harbor City stock market immediately stopped falling.
“The Harbor Stocks Hansel Index is reported to be at 8010 points, which is the first rebound since the opening today. ”
As he was listening to the analyst’s report, Soros stared at the market like a falcon. He said, “Jasper is now using explosive force to regain market confidence in one go so that those investors can see the stock market bottoming out and rebounding. We cannot allow Jasper to succeed. Continue to short.
“We will short all the stocks that Jasper
chooses to buy.”
After Soros gave out his order, Wall Street Capital and Jasper’s JW Capital were like two beasts that were locked in a colosseum called Harbor Stocks. They were colliding with each other without reservation nor fancy skills.
The most primitive struggle of the capital was full of violence and blood.
No skills were required at all, all it took
was money!
The intensity of the exchange between the two sides was that over 100 million funds were being traded every second.
Throughout the exchange, the trading volume of Harbor Stocks broke the historical record in an instant.
This was a money war in its purest form!
Jasper was rescuing the market!
This news spread across the entire Harbor City in the blink of an eye, as if it had grown wings.
There was no need to verify. 90% of
Harbor City had been or were participating in stock trading. They could confirm the news from the constantly and rapidly refreshing trading information when they lifted their head to look at the market.
With that, everyone was excited, whether they were traders from the exchange, major investment companies, retail investors who speculated in stocks, or even executives of listed companies.
Harbor Stocks would not crash today!
A big tree made a good shelter.
The name Jasper Laine had long since become a kind of spirit and symbol in the
miracles and unbelievable headwinds of the world.
It seemed that as long as Jasper was around, there would be no problem.
And all of this caused a huge chain reaction.
Bold and aggressive investors began entering the market.
Retail investors with an indescribable excitement also began to enter the market.
Listed companies began to actively organize forces to help themselves.
Most people started to follow Jasper’s funds to bottom fish.
This person would put in 100 thousand while the other would put in 200 thousand. Meanwhile, the institution would put in 5 million.
Tens of millions were not too much and tens of thousands was not too little.
Countless funds poured into Harbor Stocks. After they converged into a huge torrent, they began to frantically bottom fish.
This kind of bottom fishing put enormous pressure on Soros.
“Aren’t these people from Somerland afraid that their money will vanish overnight?”
Rogers stood beside Soros with an outraged look on his face.
“In the past 10 minutes alone, a net inflow of no less than 100 billion Harbor Dollars has begun to bottom fish. Almost all of this money comes from the people o f Harbor City. Does Jasper really have such big appeal?”
Soros narrowed his eyes which were flashing with an inexplicable light. He said, “You have never stood in such a position, so you will not understand. When I set off the Terra financial crisis, I was trampling those countries under my feet. As long as I was shorting the stock, n o one would dare to buy it.
“Now Jasper has such influence.
“Well, at least in Harbor City.”
After taking a deep breath, Soros
suppressed his surging blood. He felt a long-lost passion in his body that was no
longer young.
“Short the Harbor City real estate stocks.”
The order from Soros made Rogers laugh.
Rogers said, “Having experienced the last real estate bubble burst, Harbor City’s real estate sector is now in its weak recovery state.
“Harbor City is too small, and its economy is too developed. The most notable feature of this completely export oriented economy is that almost all their industries rely on foreign processing and imports, so only the real estate industry can act as the domestic backbone of its economy.
“Once we destroy Harbor City’s real estate industry, the entire social class of Harbor City, whether it is the upper-class elite or the lower-class ordinary citizens, will become burial offerings with the real estate industry overnight. After all, it is impossible for people to not need housing.
“Jasper burst the real estate bubble in the
United States and set off the subprime
mortgage crisis. So we will sink the real estate industry on this island to the bottom of the sea.”
Soros pondered for a while. Then, he turned to Rogers and said, “I intend to leave the Harbor Stocks to you first.”
“What about you?” Rogers asked.
“Me?”
Soros laughed and replied, “Jasper is desperate to protect Harbor Stocks, so now is the best opportunity to attack the A -share market. He has already analyzed the pros and cons, but he still chose to do i t. Thus, I am looking forward to what kind of trump card he has left in the A-share market that can allow him to be so unscrupulous.
“Out of respect for Jasper, I have decided t o crush his last hope.”
Life at the Top Chapter 1999
“Harbor Stocks Hansel Index is at 8022 points,”
Baz stood beside Jasper and said with a serious expression, “Mr. Laine, the upward pressure is too great, all we can d o now is to barely support the support point that does not exceed 8000 points.”
“We have to defend this support point.”
Jasper made his own judgment. “There is no way out for Harbor Stocks. Once it breaks past 8000 points, even gods can’t save Harbor Stocks. Once the overall crash is allowed to take place, even we will be buried.”
This truth was actually very simple, and everyone knew it.
However, no one wanted to face it.
After all, a war with no way out meant that one of the parties would have to die.
And judging from the current situation of both the enemy and them, the one with the higher probability of death was still J W and Harbor Stocks.
After all, the power that Soros wielded was overwhelming. It was so powerful that it would make people lose hope.
“Keep an eye on this.”
Jasper’s sudden words startled Baz.
“Mr. Laine, you’re leaving such an important matter to me?”
Baz’s first reaction was to refuse.
What a joke. This was not only related to all of JW’s funds in the country, but it was also related to the life and death of Harbor Stocks. At this moment, it was unknown how many people from the outside world was focusing on them. Baz truly did not dare to take charge of this at this point.
“I’ll still be in the command room, but there are more important things to deal with. You already know the whole strategy and plan, so you can just follow that. Just notify me in time if there are major changes, “Jasper said.
One should always observe when is the best time to train the ability of one’s subordinates. At this moment, it was
absolutely impossible for Jasper to give absolute command over Harbor Stocks to Baz or Jake.
If one had to make this matter sound important, this was related to the life and death of Harbor Stocks and JW. So, how could Jasper hand everything to them?
After hearing Jasper’s words, Baz breathed a sigh of relief.
Although he still could not figure out what would be more important than the current task, he was relieved to think that he could reach Jasper at any time.
“Okay, Mr. Laine, then you should get back to your work as soon as possible.”
“Okay, talk to Jake if there’s anything, and you must report any emergencies to me.”
After Jasper finished speaking, he went straight to the office of the command room.
As soon as the office door closed, no one knew what Jasper was doing.
At this moment, based on Jasper’s core reasoning, the direction where JW’s funds.
were going was actually very clear-Baz was to retain the core stocks that could truly determine the value and points of Harbor Stocks. At the same time, he would give up all of the listed companies that were not so important.
After all, JW was not the central bank that could print money and they did not have s o much money to save everyone.
Therefore, at this moment, Harbor Stocks was in a very strange situation.
More than 30% of the stocks fell more
than 10%, which was already a very
intimidating number.
If it was placed in a country with a limit, then it would mean that in the entire market, 1 out of every 3 companies had reached the limit down.
This would be a devastating blow to the economy of any country and region.
Life at the Top Chapter 2000
And as the value of those listed companies not protected by JW continued to decline, their trading volume also continued to shrink until almost all the firepower was transferred to the top 10 Harbor Stocks listed companies by market value.
More than 30% of the listed company’s stocks fell by more than 10% and 60% of the listed company stocks fell. Meanwhile, less than 1% of the listed company stocks rose against the trend, driven by JW.
Almost half of the entire Harbor Stocks trading volume was concentrated here. New York, the United States.
Inside a villa in the wealthy area on the
outskirts.
Half-the-Harbor Langdon opened his mouth slowly and took a puff on his cigar. Kennedy, Sawyer, Kayden, and Fabian were seated in the misty smoke
“Haha, the share price of our Hope Group has risen back to the opening point. Fongroup and Atticus Group are also rising and it will rise to the limit soon.
Jasper is really something else. Damn, he managed to single-handedly support the stocks of the 10 largest listed companies in Harbor Stock. Even if Jasper loses this time, it is destined to go down in history.”
Half-the-Harbor Langdon glanced at Kennedy after hearing him say that.
Beneath those half-drooping eyelids was a
n inexplicable glint in his eyes.
“Kennedy, Jasper’s disregard of bygone enmity to support the stock prices of our three listed companies at a time like this shows that this young man is much more superior to an old fart like you.”
Half-the-Harbor Langdon’s words froze the smile on Kennedy’s face.
They always had a cooperative
relationship with each other, and everyone’s status was at least the same on the surface. Moreover, Half-the-Harbor Langdon was saying this in front of the juniors so it could be said that Half-the Harbor Langdon was being blunt with his words.
He did not show Kennedy any respect at all.
“Joe, can you get your facts right? Jasper is our enemy.”
Half-the-Harbor Langdon snorted coldly and said to Kayden, “Your Uncle Kennedy I s really confused, Kayden. Go and explain t o your Uncle Kennedy.”
Kayden glanced at the dark-faced Kennedy and said in a very light tone, “If Jasper doesn’t do this, Harbor Stocks will break through the 8000-point support level and the entire Harbor City economy will crash.
“We will become burial offerings in a collapse of such a scale. The only thing we will have left at that time is our property i n the United States and by then, we will be equivalent to bereaved dogs.
“So in a sense, Jasper saved us.”
Kennedy retorted angrily, “So what?
Jasper didn’t come to save us. He came to
save Harbor Stocks!”
“There’s no difference.”
Kayden sighed and said, “What’s more, using JW’s power to save Harbor Stocks is tantamount to Jasper finding himself a thankless trade at a loss that will probably. cost him everything, so Jasper’s bearing i In this aspect is indeed beyond my reach.”
His words were very euphemistic, but everyone present knew that if they were i n Jasper’s position, there was a high probability that they would choose to stand by and watch.
“So what are you guys saying right now?”
Kennedy did not continue the subject. He gave Half-the-Harbor Langdon and Sawyer, who was always silent, a grim look and said, “We’re not here to watch the drama unfold. My suggestion is to follow Soros to short Harbor Stocks. If Harbor Stocks is really going to crash, the mainland government will not sit idly by. If we go in and short at this time, we will make a huge profit when we turn our hand over and bottom fish.
“Are you guys not interested in this?”
Half-the-Harbor Langdon said nothing.
Kennedy grew impatient, but he did not dare to get mad at Half-the-Harbor
Langdon. He turned to Sawyer and said, ” Sawyer, what do you think?”
Sawyer’s face twitched and he answered, ” But if we do this, we will really become national sinners. If we are exposed, do you think we will still have a place to hide in this big world?”