"Mr. Chu, I heard Stewart say, you used to run a martial arts gym?" Craig pulled out a cigar, and it was a Havana cigar.

At a time when most people struggle to even get fed, smoking a Havana cigar is a status symbol.

"Let's just put it that way."

"But as far as I know, at least that's not what you said when you introduced yourself to the old witch who had the same hobby as the dragon."

Chu Tianjiang smiled and said, "President Craig, don't you think it doesn't matter what I do? ”

"Really?"

"What I can do for you, for the Houston Chamber of Commerce, is key. I should be right when I say that, right? ”

Craig smiled and said, "It seems that Mr. Chu is also a straightforward person. So let's just get straight to the point, what can you do for the Houston Chamber of Commerce? ”

"Before I talk about it, I want to get to the bottom of a question."

"What's the problem?"

"Does the president think that this situation can be sustained now?"

Craig's brows jumped a few times, and Chu Tianjiang asked a very good question.

After talking to Clara, Chu Tianjiang thought that instead of bargaining with Craig, it was better to make Craig unable to ask for a price from the beginning.

"Mr. Chu, what do you think?"

Craig's answer was completely expected by Chu Tianjiang. Chu Tianjiang smiled and said: "It is undeniable that this disaster has changed everyone, and it has also made the vast majority of people become insensitive under the pressure of survival, making them forget their freedom, forget democracy, forget the good life before the disaster, and spend their days running around for survival, fighting for survival, and selling everything they can for survival." But along the way, I have a very clear feeling. Everyone, even the lowliest, wants to be respected, to be free, to be happy with their efforts. For this, they are willing to sacrifice and dedicate. What is lacking now is a flame of hope that illuminates the realm of darkness. I'm sure that all will change soon. ”

"If Mr. Chu thinks so, I'm afraid you are the spark, but you can't ignite the flame of hope, you will only be swallowed up by the darkness."

"If it's just me, obviously I can't change the situation, but who can say that I'm the only one?"

"Really?"

"This catastrophe has changed not only the United States, but also the entire world and human civilization." Chu Tianjiang paused a little and said, "If you look at the long term, if the United States does not strive to change and integrate into the big family of human civilization, it will be completely marginalized. If this is the case, the status quo in the United States may be maintained for a long time, and our generation may not see the day when change will happen. Unfortunately, this certainly won't come to fruition. In Chinese, there is an idiom called 'Pifu is not guilty, Huaibi is guilty', which just explains the current situation of the United States. Other members of the Planetary Defense Council have sent troops to capture the West Coast and have established bridgeheads on the East Coast. The war has not spread to the interior of the United States for the time being, not because these countries are incapable of capturing the United States, but because there are bigger problems to be solved for the time being. As far as I know, the Planetary Defense Council is currently using troops against Russia, and it will be the turn of the United States to solve Russia's problems. The chairman thinks that the current separatist power will still be able to dominate one side at that time? ”

"This ......"

"The United States is a member of the family of human civilization and can never take sides. This catastrophe also changed everyone's view of the world. In the future of the Anthropocene, there will never be more than 200 countries, there will only be one government, and everyone will accept the leadership of this government, and no one will be an exception. ”

"So, you're not an American?"

Chu Tianjiang smiled and said, "President Craig, do you think 'Americans' and 'Chinese' will still have their current meanings in a few years, maybe more than ten years?" At that time, there will be no difference from the names 'Texans' and 'Californians'. ”

Craig was silent, because what Chu Tianjiang said was indeed the truth, or the fact that was coming.

"To tell you the truth, I also served in the army, and my service time is not shorter than yours. We used to be soldiers, and we share similar values. ”

"What can you give me?"

"A chance."

Craig's brows jumped a few times, and Chu Tianjiang obviously didn't understand enough.

"An opportunity that can change you, change the Houston Chamber of Commerce, change the West, change all the survivors of America, and change the destiny of the United States."

"I trust your judgment, and I trust your vision, but you know what it means to cooperate with you."

"It's a big risk, but it's also a big gain. If it weren't for those survivors, would you have held out until now? It's not a chance for you alone, it's a chance for all you care about and protect, and only this once. ”

Craig frowned and said, "What about specifically?" ”

"When inevitable change comes, let more people have a chance to survive, and let the people you protect get the rights and benefits they deserve." Chu Tianjiang paused slightly and said, "Of course, if you want to grasp this opportunity, you need to take a lot of risks. ”

"Helping you deal with the Jewish bloc?"

"Not to help me, but to help Lakewood Asian Americans."

"This ......"

"Of course, the first benefit you get is to replace the Denver Chamber of Commerce as the number one chamber of commerce in the western region and gain financial supremacy."

Craig was stunned for a moment and said, "Do you know how to gain financial hegemony?" ”

"Wild Rose said it very clearly, and I believe you understand it too."

"So, you have enough capital?"

Chu Tianjiang smiled and said, "Well, you can ask Stewart." By the way, he just married Carol yesterday and I sent them a couple of gifts. ”

"That's diamond jewelry?" Craig had already noticed the ring on the ring finger of Stewart's left hand.

Chu Tianjiang nodded and said, "In terms of capital, you don't have to worry about it at all, it can be said that you want as much as you want, and all you need to think about is how to use my capital." ”

"And then?"

"Support for Asian-American groups to control the entire Western West, not just the Jewish groups, but also the separatist forces in Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, and Phoenix."

"Mr. Chu, your appetite is too big."

"You've guessed my identity, you should know if I have the ability to do so."

Craig frowned and said, "There is no doubt that I believe you have this ability, but the benefits you have given me are too little." ”

"As I said, change is bound to happen, and it is absolutely not influenced by anyone's personal will."

"And then?"

"If you can stand up, I'm sure the 50 million surviving Americans will see you as a second Washington, or a second Lincoln."

Craig was stunned for a moment and said, "If that's the case, then I have no choice." ”

"President Craig, I'm not here to bargain with you, I'm here to work with you, and with all my heart."

Craig let out a long breath and bowed his head in thought.

Chu Tianjiang didn't say anything more, because he had already said enough and given enough hints. If Craig really is the kind of wise leader he suspects, he will not miss this opportunity, because it is not only his chance, but that of all Americans.

After pondering for a while, Craig made a decision. "Mr. Chu, I will cooperate with you, but there are two additional conditions."

"On what terms?"

"First, get rid of the governor of the white bloc in Houston."

Chu Tianjiang immediately frowned. The white group in Houston also had three rulers, known as the governor, the speaker, and the justice. The Governor is the supreme ruler who controls the Legions, is responsible for the day-to-day affairs of Houston, and has the power to mobilize the Legions and wars abroad.

"I'm working with you, not just me, but the entire Chamber of Commerce, so the Chamber of Commerce has to leave Houston."

"Kill one person and solve the problem?"

"I can't."

"Then why do you want me to kill him?"

Craig smiled and said, "He is the key person, only by killing him can the Chamber of Commerce leave Houston safely, otherwise we will definitely not be able to reach Lakewood." As for the rest, I have already made specific arrangements, and what is needed now is to kill him. ”

"You can't do it?"

"If I can do it, I don't need to bother you."

Chu Tianjiang nodded and said, "No problem, but I need detailed information related to him." Wait, let Stuart go back with you, I'll go to Stuart tomorrow night and ask for information. If all goes well, you'll have good news at breakfast the day after tomorrow. ”

"Are you sure?"

"President, do you think I came to Houston unscathed because of all luck?"

Craig smiled and said, "Of course not, if you rely on luck alone, not only will you not be able to get to Houston, but you won't even be able to get to Lakewood." ”

"What is the second condition?"

"The next morning, I'll prepare a big breakfast." Craig stood up and said, "If you can bring good news, I'll tell you about the second extra." ”

"Then it's a deal."

"It's a deal."

"Do you need me to send a helicopter?" As he walked to the door, Craig asked again.

"There's no need, we've been at sea for a few days, and we want to go ashore for activities."

"Well, I hope you don't break your word."

Chu Tianjiang smiled and didn't say anything.

Craig glanced at Chu Tianjiang again, and then left the restaurant.

Chu Tianjiang breathed a sigh of relief, he didn't expect to be able to convince Craig so smoothly, he originally thought it would take some effort. Of course, this also proves Chu Tianjiang's judgment of Craig, that is, this retired soldier who protects tens of thousands of people has clear values with the former detective, and they are correct values.