Chapter 300: A Wave of Unsettled
"Hello, Mr. Zhong!"
Andrew. Crane held out his hand to Bell Stone, shook it gently, and then waved his hand, and soon the two men in black retreated from the staircase, so that only Bell Stone and Andrew were left on the entire platform. Klein two.
"There, two skyscrapers were once erected, and at one time they were a symbol of prosperous commerce in the United States. But on September 11, 2001, two hijacked planes crashed into the Petronas Twin Towers, leaving them in a pile of rubble. ”
He took out his cigarette case, silently lit it, and said to himself at the location of the World Trade Center, "This incident, like Pearl Harbor, greatly shocked Americans, including me as a young man at the time." A country like the United States, with its natural barrier and God forbid, which escaped the First and Second World Wars, is also inherently insecure. ”
"For my part, while I hate those damned terrorists, I'm also grateful that they have alerted the whole country. From that moment on, the U.S. government began to actively adjust its diplomatic strategy and devote itself to the responsibility of maintaining world peace with a more active attitude. ”
"Just like what we did today, although the means are debatable. But there is no doubt that we are doing something that will benefit the development of the entire world economy. Does Mr. Chung share the same understanding of this as we do? ”
He flicked the ash of his cigarette and turned his head to look at Zhong Shi with a smirk, waiting for the other to answer.
"This ......"
Zhong Shi opened his mouth, and just as he wanted to say something, a strong wind blew in his face, making his breathing suddenly suffocated, and the words he wanted to say were swallowed back hard.
This is the torch stand of the Statue of Liberty and can accommodate 12 people. Yesterday, the management office received a notice to urgently close the sightseeing passage, and only allowed Zhong Shi and others to climb to the top today.
As soon as Zhong Shi and Lu Hu landed on the island, they were surrounded by six men in black. Four of them surrounded the Land Rover and prevented him from making any moves. The other two carried Bell Stone to the highest torch stand of the Statue of Liberty, where he met Andrew, who had been waiting for him. Brian. This is a senior aide to the President of the United States that I have met before.
Looking at the Land Rover surrounded by four men in black at the crown platform below, Zhong Shi couldn't help but sigh and said, "Mr. Brian, I don't understand what you're going to say. ”
At this time, three months had passed since the last time Zhong Shi and others discussed the euro, and during these three months, Zhong Shi seemed to be invisible, neither going out to investigate, nor giving orders to Paulson and others, and not even asking about gold futures, which had risen to $1,300 an ounce. This anomalous behavior attracted the attention of the American side.
Derio and Paulson discussed for a long time, and decided to let the representative of the U.S. government come forward to talk to each other, so Bell Stone made a trip to New York.
"No, you understand!"
For Bell Stone's desire to stop talking, Andrew. Klein didn't pay much attention to it, but when he heard this, he immediately laughed, and raised a finger and shook it at Zhong Shi, "Mr. Zhong." You're smart, and so do I think. You think smart people talk to smart people. Will these tricks to deceive ordinary people be useful? ”
Zhong Shi also smiled, unceremoniously snatched the cigarette case from the other party's hand, took one out of his own, lit it leisurely, and took a deep breath intoxicated, "I don't know if it's beneficial to the whole world." But I know that what you're doing now is definitely good for the United States. ”
"It's not us, it's you!"
Andrew. Brian's face suddenly became serious, and he corrected the other party word by word, "It's Tianyu Fund, Paulson Fund, etc., maybe some investment banks." ”
"Say so. Is the U.S. government planning to distance itself from the relationship? ”
For Andrew. Bryan's answer, Zhong Shi did not seem surprised, but out of the other party's unpleasant half-hijacking approach, he decided to sarcastically mock the other party.
"It depends on your attitude!"
Andrew. Brian naturally understood the meaning of the other party's words, as the president's special staff, he not only has a high IQ, but also has a very good emotional intelligence, otherwise it is impossible to gain the president's trust in the center of power, "Your partners say that you have stopped for a long time and have overwhelmed them. I wonder what the hell you think? ”
"Or about Europe, right?"
Zhong Shi let out a long sigh, knowing that what should come was finally coming, and slowly shook his head at the moment, "I believe that there is also a consensus in Washington that the situation in Europe has stabilized so far, and the opportunity to obviously short is no longer there, or it is not so obvious. ”
"Indeed, on this point we share your belief that stability has returned to the situation in Europe. But that's not what we want, we need a Europe that's in turmoil and instability, so that's in our best interest. ”
For Bell Stone's words, Andrew. Brian did not deny it, and frankly admitted it, but then changed the conversation and continued, "The president is full of praise for your performance in the last stage of the situation in Europe. But when a new administration comes to power, more money and resources are needed to guide the recovery of the U.S. economy. So what the president means is to have another debt crisis like the one in May at the right time to get more money flowing to the U.S. mainland. ”
"The president is not satisfied with the current economic situation?"
Zhong Shi was obviously surprised, and looked at Andrew with wide eyes. Brian, the expression on his face is difficult to hide, "So far, at least hundreds of billions of dollars of funds have flowed back to the United States, inflation is well contained, and there is no need to raise interest rates; The number of unemployed people continues to decrease, and the job market recovers; The real estate market has also begun to slowly pick up; In addition, the PMI data has also risen, and the manufacturing data has also returned to the level of 07, so it is not satisfied? ”
It has to be said that after the black president came to power, he did a very good job in restoring information and reviving the economy. Although he also has some credit for his predecessor, some of the things he did in the post-financial era did play a considerable role in reviving the economy.
"Of course not."
Andrew snorted twice, the corners of his mouth unconsciously raised, "Don't forget, his campaign slogan was 'we need to change', and now it's just a little bit of recovery, not a complete change." As far as I know. The president has a huge ambition that can be called earth-shattering. I can't tell you much about what it is, but the current situation is far from meeting his requirements. ”
"The situation is a bit complicated, but it's not without room for maneuver."
Zhong Shi lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then gritted his teeth and said slowly. "But in terms of government support, I need to do more."
He felt the pressure exerted by the other party, at least so far, he did not have the capital and possibility to turn his face with the other party. Judging from the current situation of coercion, there is no room for him to say "no".
And, most importantly, Zhong Shi himself can't afford to let go of the huge returns that come from continuing to short Europe, and so far he has made nearly $20 billion in profits, which is more than any of his previous actions. Although part of it is still only a floating profit.
"For example?"
Seeing that the other party agreed, Andrew. Brian was overjoyed, but there was no expression on his face. He knows very well that what he talked about before was all about floating clouds, but now it is the most important thing, and it is about what kind of attitude the US government intervenes in and how deeply it is involved.
This is especially important to him.
"If a country were to leave the eurozone, I think the news would be far more shocking than reducing the impact of several European countries at the same time."
Zhong Shi said expressionlessly. "The European debt crisis has developed to the present, except for such thunderous means. Others, such as relegation, may not be able to shake them. If you want to further erupt in the debt crisis or cause shocks across Europe, the best way to do that is to get a country out of the eurozone. ”
"The question is, if a country is really going to leave the eurozone, who will back their newly issued currency, and who will solve the confidence of defaulting on their debt? Also, how to reconcile this country with other European countries. And how to convince the country's top brass that these are very serious problems. And in the face of these, it is very inappropriate for us to come forward! ”
"So, do you understand?"
Hearing that Bell Stone wants to push a country out of the eurozone, Andrew, who has been breezy and calm. Brian's face finally changed. After silently listening to Zhong Shi's words, his face had become extremely solemn, and he stared at Zhong Shi for a long time, and finally he whispered: "Mr. Zhong, what you said is really shocking. I have to say that this is not only beyond my purview, but also beyond my imagination. ”
As he spoke, he gave Zhong Shi a thumbs up, "I need to report to the president about this." ”
"Okay, I'll wait for your news!"
Zhong Shi tightened his clothes and looked noncommittal, "But you have to urge Mr. President to make a decision as soon as possible, because there is not a lot of time left for us." So, can you see what I mean? ”
"Understood!"
Andrew. Brian glanced at Zhong Shi meaningfully, then changed the subject, "Also, I heard about one thing, you and our people are having trouble with some things?" ”
"There is no major contradiction, just give them a little lesson and let them be obedient!"
Zhong Shi laughed and waved his hand disappreciatively, "Dog owners know that if the dog doesn't listen to the command, then teach it a hard lesson." I think I've domesticated a bunch of dogs, so you don't mind, do you? ”
"Of course I wouldn't mind, I don't think they would mind themselves, not everyone can be a dog that can make money."
Andrew. Brian laughed and joked, "But the problem is, the cost of your dog lessons is so high that they can't even accept it." I heard that Hungary made that statement, you are manipulating it behind it? Is this true? ”
"It's not that I'm manipulating, it's a hit!"
Zhong Shi shook his head again and again and denied, "I found this opportunity, so I made contact with their people, and the result is what you see. I also told them about it, why, are they still worried about it? ”
"Of course!"
Andrew. Brian didn't deny it either, "On the one hand, they are confused that you haven't acted for a long time, and on the other hand, they are worried about putting aside their private actions last time, so they ask me to come forward." But I only found out today that your abilities and patterns far surpass theirs, and even I am ashamed of myself. ”
He first praised Zhong Shi a lot, but then his face changed, and he warned, "Even if they are dogs, they are the dogs of the US government, not your Zhong Shi's dogs, you have to make this clear." Regarding this time, I think since everyone has made it clear, then forget it. But I don't want to see another one, and that's something you have to keep in mind. ”
"Okay, I got it!"
Zhong Shi shrugged his shoulders indifferently, spread his hands and said, "But please take care of your dogs, otherwise if there is anything disobedient, don't blame me for leaving them alone." (To be continued.) )
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