Chapter 24: The Expensive Ransom
While Han Ankang was chatting with these relatives, in Brown's office in the New York Municipal Building, there were also several bigwigs who were anxiously waiting for news. As the time disappeared minute by minute, these people seemed a little anxious.
Although there is still a lot of time before the other party proposes twenty-four hours. But everyone knows that if we wait until tomorrow to talk about it, the outcome will be really unpredictable. Therefore, these people also urged Brown to contact Situ Yuan again.
For the first time, Brown, who felt that his role was still so huge, said very calmly: "Mr. Secretary, I have already told Mr. Situ about the matter before. With what I know about him, he will give me an answer today.
If I contact him now, I'm bound to turn him off. I believe Mr. Secretary of State, you don't want to miss this opportunity, do you? So, let's wait, I think it will be gone soon. ”
As a member of the New York Assembly, Brown knows all too well. He can have today, and it is inseparable from the support of the Situ family. Even if some parliamentarians scolded him for being a traitor who spoke specifically for the Chinese ethnic community, his position as a parliamentarian was equally solid.
In these years, the member of parliament has no supporters behind him?
He was born in poverty, and relied on his father to have business dealings with the Situ family, and finally got acquainted with the Situ family. Relying on these families, he was not good at business, and he resolutely stepped into politics and came to his current position.
Who gave this qiē, Brown couldn't be clearer in his heart. Although he asked himself, he was still patriotic. On the premise of patriotism, it is necessary to maintain today's status. Lost his qualification as a member of parliament. He's nothing.
When he was suffering, he did not see much help from this loyal country. On the contrary, it was the Chinese who these politicians looked down upon that gave his father a business and income and propped him into this position.
That head is light and that head is heavy, Brown knows it very well. What's more, at this time, how can these self-righteous political bigwigs highlight his huge role?
If you really want Brown to choose. He wished that there were more people like Han Ankang, the better. Only people like Han Ankang appeared. He, a congressman who relies on the support of Chinese Americans, will be valued and reused by the Congress.
Brown, who was drinking coffee very calmly, suddenly heard the mobile phone on the table ring. The eyes of the Secretary of State and the others, who were sitting here waiting, were immediately absorbed. Looking at the caller ID, Brown finally smiled.
said: "I said it a long time ago. Mr. Szeto is a man of his word. ”
Brown, who answered the phone, looked very happy and said, "Old man." Hello! ”
But at this time, Brown heard Situ Yuan say a little unhappily: "Brown, why didn't you tell me before." What about the dirty things that those people did to my grandson? He's a doctor, not a spy or a terrorist.
Two assassinations in a row, and even on his way to New York, your government sent fighter jets to threaten. Is this still the United States that emphasizes democracy and freedom? I'm angry at what the government is doing! ”
Situ Yuan, who came up and fired a cannon, made Brown a little embarrassed and said, "Old man, dissipate your anger." I didn't know about these things before. But the matter has already happened, and the above also expressed humility.
If you are with your grandson, you can ask for anything. Now, Mr. Secretary, you're sitting in my office. If it's convenient, can we visit your house? There are some misunderstandings, but they always have to be solved! ”
Hearing Brown's words, Situ Yuan was stunned and said, "Forget it, my grandson is very angry about what the government has done. Especially the incident of the previous military aircraft threat, which made him angry now!
If it weren't for the fact that we've been dating for many years, I wouldn't have opened this mouth. So be it! My grandson promised you to come and talk to him first on behalf of the government. I can't do anything about this, you know? ”
Brown, who was waiting for this sentence, said with joy in his heart: "Okay, I'll be there soon, excuse me!" ”
Brown, who hung up the phone, looked at the group of bigwigs with unhappy expressions, and spread his hands helplessly: "Mr. Secretary, Mr. Secretary, I'm very sorry." That Han doesn't seem to want to talk to you, so let me negotiate on my behalf.
Now, can you tell me how much I can agree? Rest assured by the Secretary of State and Mr. Minister, that I will do everything in my power to get our children released as soon as possible. But how much sincerity the other party needs is not something I can guarantee. ”
If he brought the secretary of state and others over, he Brown would get the credit of a middleman at most. If he negotiates on behalf of the government, he can gain more political capital, and even curry favor with both sides. Naturally, it's a good thing!
If he had the opportunity, he even wanted to kiss Han Ankang. There are really not many such opportunities for him to convey his voice on behalf of the Chinese. In any case, take advantage of the opportunity!
In the face of Brown's attitude, the Secretary of State really wanted to directly lead troops to surround Situ Mansion and find out the hateful doctor. It's just that he knows that this kind of thing can't be done, otherwise the impact will be very bad.
As a country of various ethnic groups, they practice white supremacy. But without these Chinese and black immigrants, American would not have grown to such a point. The issue of race is very sensitive in itself.
In addition, the current president, when he was campaigning, expressed a declaration to eliminate racial discrimination. If there is no reasonable evidence, lightly moving a Chinese upper-class family like the Situ family will inevitably cause unpredictable political risks.
The secretary of state, who had no choice but to sue Brown, tried to resolve the contradictions between the two sides. Any conditions can be discussed, and the most important thing is to rescue the kidnapped soldiers and get through the current soldier crisis.
The anti-war sentiment in the country is rising, and those troops stationed abroad have such a thing again. The face of their world police is really lost. The most important thing is that people with intentions will use this matter to attack the government's national policy!
Brown, who was heavy on his shoulders, under the expectation of these bigwigs, soon only took the secretary to Situ's house. Although he is a member of parliament, he does not have the luxury of traveling there with bodyguards.
What's more, with his understanding of the Situ family. Entering Situ's house is no different from entering the White House. With the security measures of the Situ family, unless the army is sent to attack. Otherwise, it couldn't be safer.
Wait until Brown arrives at Situ Mansion and watches the arrival of this old acquaintance of the head of the family. The servant of the Situ family also politely invited him to the living room of the Situ family. And the only people who are qualified to participate in the conversation are Han Ankang and Situ Yuan.
Even Situ Lanfang, who wanted to participate in the discussion, was persuaded by Han Ankang to go out. There were some things that he didn't want to implicate the mother too much. No matter what, the foundation of the Situ family is on this land!
Situ Yuan acted as an intermediary and introduced the Brown Councillor. Simply and politely, Brown also went straight to the point and said: "Mr. Han, I don't know what requirements or conditions you have for this matter?" ”
Han Ankang also likes people who speak directly, and nodded: "To be honest, from beginning to end, I was in a passive state. In addition, this time, I have been to the United States three times. I ask myself, I haven't violated any of your country's laws.
But this incident really made me angry. Your Government has repeatedly used this dirty method to disrupt the normal practice of medicine. I also need to show my strength.
I'm a good talker, but I have to be assigned to someone. To a friend like Mr. Brown, I would show my sincerity. I could promise to speak up about it, but it would take some sincerity. ”
As long as you are willing to let people go, it means that more than half of the task is completed. As for how much it costs, Brown doesn't care at all. The thing about money, that's the secretary of state, and all he has to do is get it done.
To that end, Brown was quick to say: "It's true that sometimes, those people's methods are not bright. But Mr. Han also knows that there is a saying in China that when the forest is big, there are all kinds of birds, and it is inevitable that some black sheep will appear.
For the safety of those innocent children, I also asked Mr. Han to help more. What are the requirements, Mr. Han said. Now our Mr. Secretary and Mr. Minister are waiting for my reply! They're in such a hurry! ”
If you are a frank and direct guy, Han Ankang is really the first time to see him. But I have to say that this guy has figured out his temper and knows that at this time, he stands on his own position to complain for him.
After thinking for a while, he said, "So be it! Those people must also be seeking wealth. Despite the fact that your government has hired mercenaries, it costs as much as $20 million. Then let them come out more, I don't ask for much, add an extra zero to the end! ”
said it lightly, and almost choked Situ Yuan, who was drinking tea. Add one more zero, and that's 20 million to 200 million! This grandson's bamboo pole is not ordinary and ruthless!
Regarding Han Ankang's request, Brown also said happily: "Please wait a moment, Mr. Han, I will contact Mr. Secretary of State here!" ”
As Brown put the demand out, Mr. Secretary of State immediately exasperated, "No, we can't pay the ransom." We can give a ransom of up to $50 million, and no more. ”
Han Ankang heard these words, and soon his face changed: "Mr. Brown, you turn your voice to amplification mode!" Fifty million, is it used to call Hanako?
Forty-two, if you pay the ransom they have offered before, you will have to pay a ransom of 420,000,000. I've already given you a 50% discount, and if you still don't agree, then please forgive me for not being able to do anything.
It's just that according to my friend, many rich anti-American organizations in the Middle East are willing to take money to buy people. Even if it doesn't sell for 10 million pieces, it's okay to think about 5 million pieces. After all, killing is relieving! ”
As soon as these words came out, the secretary of state and others sitting in Brown's office immediately shook their hearts. If the other party really sells the kidnapped soldiers as meat tickets to those terrorist organizations, maybe someone really buys five million each!
As Han Ankang said, in that chaotic country in the Middle East, those terrorists. It's really not a money-hungry lord, and if the soldiers fall into their hands, things will be even more troublesome than they are now! (To be continued......)
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