120: Chapter 120 Winning Gao Yuan's Heart

The meeting ended abruptly.

Back in her office, the New Leader completely lost control and began violently smashing things.

Phones, pens, teacups, computers.

Various documents were scattered all over the floor.

She sat directly on the floor, feeling incredibly aggrieved.

So many people were pressuring her.

Was Gao Yuan that easy to kill? If things went south, she would be the first one to die.

She breathed heavily; those in The Consortium were not on her side and only thought of their own interests. She had finally made it to the position of President after so many years of struggle, yet now she was living worse than a rat.

At that moment, her former secretary, now the Secretary of State, walked in.

"Tiger, you're here?"

"Madam President! You..."

Tiger glanced at the messy office.

"It's nothing, I just lost my composure! Tiger, what do you think I should do next?"

Tiger sat down next to the New Leader.

"Annie, I haven't called you by your name in a long time... I hope you don't mind!"

"Tiger, go on!"

"When our America was first founded, the President was merely a spokesperson chosen by slave owners and company shareholders! Over time, this situation has only worsened! In all these years, there has been only one exception, and that was the East King... Why could the East King act arbitrarily? Because he himself was a consortium! He naturally had a foothold! But we are different. If we don't rely on a consortium, the triple threat of assassination, impeachment, and protests will eventually force us out. Plus, since your rise to power was illegitimate, they will only intensify their efforts!"

President Annie smiled bitterly...

It was true; her path to power was illegitimate. If she hadn't used such methods, she would never have had the chance in her entire life.

On the surface, she was the Vice President of the USA, but in reality, she was just a mascot.

"Tiger, maybe I should just resign!"

"Annie, if you resign now, things won't go well for you later. You have no political achievements and no influence. The impression you've left on the public is that of the person who let an aircraft carrier be destroyed... Even when you die, people will still curse you. You've suffered grievances and carried the infamy, but what have you gained?"

President Annie's expression darkened.

"But right now, they're all forcing me... what can I do?"

"To be President is nothing more than finding a backer. Isn't that why we look for a consortium? Right now, they are in a fight to the death with Gao Yuan. Why can't we do the opposite and cooperate with him?"

Annie was stunned...

Cooperate with Gao Yuan?

For so many years, if one wanted to be the President of America, being anti-Xia was political correctness.

No one had ever thought about cooperating with the Xia Country.

Tiger looked into President Annie's eyes.

"Madam President, think about it. What did America rely on to be powerful in the past?"

"What?"

"Economic and technological strength, military strength, and cultural influence. But all three aspects are now being challenged. One could say America's decline is inevitable. Black Fish Technology has the strongest technological power in the world, bar none! Gao Yuan has the strongest martial force, bar none! As for cultural influence, Xia Country's Douyin is currently influencing our youth, and Gao Yuan's 'earth rescue' is still in theaters... Therefore, while those consortia's fight against Gao Yuan might have its ups and downs, there can only be one outcome!"

President Annie's eyes widened.

"They will surely lose..."

"Exactly. So, why don't we just side with the strong? With America's vast territory and rich resources, we can fully satisfy Gao Yuan's requirements and cooperate with him wholeheartedly. If Gao Yuan supports you with everything he has, your position will be incredibly stable! You would only need to bow to Gao Yuan alone, and you would never have to care about anyone else's opinion again!"

Hearing Tiger's words, Annie's mind suddenly cleared.

Yes, since they were bound to lose, why should she be tied to them?

Wouldn't cooperating with Gao Yuan be better?

"Madam President, this is 'Using America's resources to win Gao Yuan's favor.' Think about it, this position was originally an opportunity Gao Yuan gave you; he is your benefactor..."

"Yes, that's exactly right..."

Many things can be solved simply by changing one's perspective.

If Gao Yuan received her support, he would surely support her in return. After all, if someone else were to take her place, he would never receive this level of support.

Did Gao Yuan have the power to keep Annie's position as President as steady as Mount Tai?

Annie thought about it, and it was indeed possible...

Gao Yuan represented the power of the Xia Country...

In terms of media, there was Douyin International Version, which was the favorite app of American youth! She wasn't running an election right now, so she didn't need massive political donations; she just needed to stay steady. As for security issues, she could ask Gao Yuan for help.

That left one more question.

"Tiger, what if they try to impeach me through Congress?"

"Simple! Abolish Congress!"

"Is... is that possible?"

"Of course it's possible! All it takes is powerful force! A severe economic recession is already a foregone conclusion, and the US Dollar is slowly losing its status as the global currency. Under these circumstances, no one can save America..."

"Only you, Annie, by aligning with Gao Yuan, might have a chance!"

"And what if it doesn't work?"

Annie asked.

"Think about it yourself, Madam President. Even if it fails in the end, it's nothing more than resigning. But before that, you will have certainly earned enough capital for your future life. Whether you go to Xia Country or Europa later, you can live out your days in peace! Could the outcome possibly be worse than it is now?"

True...

Siding with Gao Yuan, the worst-case scenario was similar to her current situation.

But opposing Gao Yuan, she might be dead by tomorrow!

She stood up abruptly.

"I've decided. I will cooperate fully with Gao Yuan. Tiger, go open a Douyin account for me. Also, from now on, I won't see anyone from The Consortium. Oh, and find a way to contact Gao Yuan; tell him I need his protection!"

...

At this time, Gao Yuan arrived at Linhai Hospital to visit those injured in the attack.

Most of the injured were basically fine now.

The Life-Sustaining Base Fluid Gao Yuan had given them had promptly repaired their damaged skin tissues.

After checking on everyone, the situation was even better than he had imagined.

But this matter could absolutely not be left at that.

As he walked out of the hospital, Lin Mei caught up to him.

"Brother Yuan..."

"Why did you come out? Why aren't you staying in the ward?"

"I'm fine, I wasn't hurt at all. It was just that some of my hair got singed, so I cut it off..."

Only then did Gao Yuan notice that Lin Mei, who originally had long flowing hair, had now cut it into a capable short style, which actually gave her a bit of a career-woman aura.

"Nice hairstyle!"

"Right? Brother Yuan, I saw the news released by our Black Fish Technology. Is this matter related to America? Why did they attack us?"

"Maybe they wanted to give me a warning!"

"But just now, a certain domestic extremist organization claimed responsibility for the Muza attack. The National Public Security Department has expressed severe condemnation and has simultaneously started a new round of crackdowns in that region!"

"Someone claimed responsibility for this?"

Gao Yuan asked back.

"Yes..."

"Then we'll deal with them together! Don't worry about that. By the way, how is your mother's health lately?"

"I went back and gave my mother the medicine you provided last time, and she's recovering very well! When she went for a check-up a few days ago, even the doctors called it a miracle!"

"As long as there's improvement!"

Gao Yuan said.

"Brother Yuan..."

Lin Mei's large eyes were watery, like a pool of clear water in late autumn!

"What is it?"

"Thank you!"

Lin Mei stared straight at Gao Yuan, then suddenly stood on her tiptoes and gave him a light kiss on the cheek. By the time Gao Yuan reacted, she had already run away.

This little girl... she's even learned how to do a sneak attack.

Gao Yuan muttered to himself... then walked toward the Black Fish Technology Industrial Park.

No matter who it was, since they dared to strike at him, they would have to face his wrath!