Syllable.

Throwing down the phone, Tang Bao leaned on the swivel chair and fell into silence. There is no doubt that McVeigh was withholding some information from him. He was genuinely curious about what had changed CFIUS's attitude. Unfortunately, it is impossible for anyone to answer his confusion for the time being.

……

"Boss, figured it out?" Nick asked.

"Whew."

Tang Bao took a deep breath, stood up, just shook his head slightly, and said in a low voice: "Heh, what do you want to do so much, it is more important for us to move forward with the merger and acquisition of East West Bank as soon as possible, and we should be glad for the change in the attitude of the Committee on Foreign Investment." ”

"Hmm."

Nick nodded approvingly.

……

David.

Thinking of this David, Tang Bao suddenly felt a headache, he had met with David not ten times but eight times, and he also knew something about this person. To be sure, David was resistant to East West Bank, or rather Tang Bao, and did not want to see the merger of East West Bank approved.

on this.

Tang Bao also sent someone to investigate, but found nothing. He had suspected that David might have been influenced by East West Bank's rival First International ATI, but there was no evidence of this.

A week passed in the blink of an eye.

David is still very tough on the merger of East West Bank, and firmly believes that the merger of East West Bank will pose a threat to the national security of the United States. This has affected some of the members of the Committee on Foreign Investment. They all became hesitant.

Duration.

Tang Bao entrusted many powerful public relations companies to lobby David, but this guy's attitude was very tough. Just don't be affected.

……

Nima's.

Tang Bao could only be anxious, thinking secretly, rubbing, obviously the foreign committee was interested in approving the merger and acquisition of East West Bank, why did David still let it jump out.

"Don, I did my best, and David was very adamant about the East West Bank merger. An investigation is strongly requested. McVeigh couldn't convince the other to give up ......," replied Mrs. Annette.

"Don, David didn't give me a chance at all. I tried to talk to him about the East West Bank merger at a business banquet, but he turned to the topic directly. Wagner replied.

"Don, I'm the Minister of Finance. However, my relationship with David is not very good, and he is not influenced by me, besides...... I will soon announce my resignation, and he has the opportunity to take over the post of Minister of Finance. Treasury Secretary Baker politely refused. He is David's immediate superior, but his binding force is infinitely close to zero. Wanting to rely on his identity to put pressure on David is undoubtedly self-inflicted.

"Uh...... Don, I don't know much about David as a person, but I'm afraid it's hard to help. I'll try my best. Adelson said.

"Oh, Don, you should understand. Wells Fargo is happy to see the East West Bank merger go through, and we've put a lot of effort into it, and if we can do it, we're not going to sit idly by, but Davy, the bastard, is a stinky, hard rock, and we can't do anything about him. Rand replied reluctantly. Apparently, Wells Fargo's lobbying also hit a wall with Davy.

……

To get Davy. The characters invited by Tang Bao are not strong. However, nothing came of it, and David seemed to be determined to fight East West Bank to the end.

Seeing that success was in sight, however, he was just one last small step, and he stepped over, but was stopped by David.

on this.

Tang Bao was very angry in his heart, Nima's, the Minister of Finance had all done it, but there was no way to take a deputy.

Aggrieved......

"I have been under unimaginable pressure to review the merger and acquisition of East West Bank, including lobbying by public relations firms, pressure from within the government, from congressmen, etc., but I will not compromise and never will in order to protect the national security of the United States. No one can change my determination! David said in an interview with a news program. But it also angered a lot of people!

"Fake, what the fucking bastard is talking nonsense......"

"It's time for this bastard to shut up."

……

In a news interview, David revealed a lot of information about being pressured by his colleagues within the government, and also implied that some people accepted the benefits conveyed by East West Bank without regard for national security, which is contrary to the original intention of the establishment of the Committee on Foreign Investment in China!

Wow.

As soon as the footage of David's interview was revealed, it immediately caused an uproar, and some lawmakers soon stood up and called for a strict investigation.

Scold.

Seeing this news, Tang Bao immediately smiled. Davy is really not afraid of big things, and his remarks have obviously provoked public anger.

As Tang Bao expected, David quickly paid the price for his nonsense.

The news report came out not long ago.

Various members of the Committee on Foreign Investment in China have come forward to accuse David of his remarks, which have no basis and are completely speculative, suspected of personal attacks and defamation, and even threatened to sue David in court.

Meantime.

Everyone accused David of bringing personal feelings to work, completely violating his professional ethics and causing trouble to the work of the Committee on Foreign Investment.

Originally.

Even if David obstructed the merger of East West Bank, everyone would not say anything, but he should not have poured dirt on others. Because during the period under review, no one had received a benefit from East West Bank. Besides, at such a sensitive moment, all parties are watching closely, and East West Bank has nothing to bribe.

"Damn ......"

Seeing that everyone was besieging him and accusing him, David also scolded secretly, thinking to himself, you all signaled me not to put obstacles in the way of East West Bank's merger and acquisition, this has not put pressure yet? This has not yet accepted the transfer of benefits? Are you all unable to do good deeds?

David dared to say that there was a certain basis, because it was true that more than one person reminded him to stop in moderation. Although very subtle. But he understood that he was referring to East West Bank.

Recent.

David was lobbied by various figures, and although they all insisted on refusing, they were obviously under great pressure and distress. He was afraid that he would not be able to bear it.

Therefore.

He decided to make it public!

……

"Hello?" Tang Bao picked up the phone. Road.

"Hello, Don, I'm Andya." Andya reported to herself.

Andya?

Tang Bao was stunned for a moment, and soon remembered who it was, his father was a senior partner of Goldman Sachs Group and one of the investors of Phoenix Pioneer Fund.

"Andya, long time no see. Looking for me? Tang Bao asked with a smile.

"Oh, Don. Looks like you're in trouble. You know, I've been waiting for your call, but you've found so many people. Didn't think of me. It really makes me very sad......"

"Huh?"

Tang Bao was stunned.

Suddenly.

Tang Bao said in surprise: "Andya, you mean, you have a way to solve David's matter?" ”

"Of course. Otherwise, I wouldn't have called to mention it. Andya said confidently, "But, Don, you're not interesting enough." Didn't treat me as a friend......"

"Uh, I'm sorry, Andya. You know. Once people get busy, their heads will become less bright! I'm so sorry......"

Tang Bao said apologetically.

In fact.

At the beginning, Tang Bao had looked for Andya's father Paul, but. Even Paul said that there was no way, how could Tang Bao think that Andya could solve it.

"Oh well, I forgive you." Andya Road.

Tang Bao asked curiously: "Andya, David is very tough, what can you do to solve it?" You don't have to use illegal violence. ”

"It's a secret. Don, you can rest assured. I promise...... David will soon obediently shut up! Andya assured mysteriously.

Forehead.

"So big?" Tang Bao was stunned.

"It can't be an illegal method, right? Andya, you should know that if something goes wrong, it's troublesome. Tang Bao couldn't help but worry.

Now.

The dark forces in the United States are very strong, and all kinds of kidnapping, threats and extortion are commonplace, and Tang Bao has not moved this thought.

"Ha, Don, I promise, there will be absolutely no problem." Andya reassured.

Well.

Tang Bao silently responded, since Andya didn't say that it was legal, it must be some unconventional means, even if it is not illegal, it will not be very glorious.

……

Saying.

After David's interview aired, life was not easy, especially in the Committee on Foreign Investment in China, and everyone did not look favorably towards him.

Dragging his tired body and finishing his work, David went home and checked the mailbox at the door by the way, which happened to have a package inside.

A gift to Mr. David!

There were a few simple words written on the package, and David opened it as he walked, but the first time he saw the contents of the contents, he suddenly changed color.

"Honey, what's wrong with you?" David's wife asked.

"No, I'm just a little tired, I'll go back to my room and sleep first." After saying that, he hurriedly hid in the bedroom and locked the door.

Inside the package was a thick stack of photographs.

David sat next to him, took a quick look, and suddenly felt a chill. The last one is blank with only two words written "Shut up"!

……

The next day.

David issued a statement, saying that he was a little unscrupulous because of too much work pressure a few days ago, apologized for this, and hoped that everyone could forgive him.

Then.

"I reviewed the information of the merger and acquisition case of East West Bank all night, and found no problems, so there is no need to continue the investigation." In the conference room of the Committee on Foreign Investment in China, David said calmly.

Well.

As soon as these words came out, everyone was stunned. No one expected David to say that, and they were all surprised. However, David no longer insisted, and the members who had wavered before also agreed. Soon, a large number of members signed a review report that had been drawn up long ago.

After review, the merger of East West Bank was approved as a normal business practice and would not have a material impact on the national security of the United States.

September 13th.

The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) has officially announced its approval of East West Bank's acquisition of SIN International Bank, as well as a series of previous acquisitions by East West Bank. (To be continued) R655