Chapter 399: A Presence That Demands Respect and Fear
The party presided over by Nami herself gathered the elites of foreign companies in Ba Country, and the purpose of this party was very clear: to contract the two territories seized by Kasam from Yahward to a company for management.
Of course, Kasam was doing this to win over foreign forces and add a friendly partner beside him.
Thus, with inseparable interests, there would be assistance in resisting Yahward.
Kasam's people already controlled the two regions, Yahward's counterattack was inevitable. Others were unaware that Kasam had already handed over the management rights of these two regions to Chu Group; this information was just yet to be announced. Michael, representing Yahward, had promised not to attack these two regions. It's no exaggeration to say that Chu Group had already secured a lucrative deal making others envious.
The reason this news hasn't been announced is because Kasam intends for Nami to publicize it exuberantly in front of numerous foreign forces, making it widely known and showing due respect to Chu Group.
Various forces are using their means to attempt to secure the management rights of the two regions.
The influence of these forces is significant. However, only Kasam and Nami were aware of the inside information, leaving others in the dark. Thus, no matter how hard the foreign forces tried or what networks they leveraged, they couldn't obtain what they wanted.
At the party, elite representatives from different countries, of various skin colors and nationalities, gathered together.
Ye Fan and Mengyao walked side by side, appearing at the party, accompanied by Du Xueqi and the other five women. Ku Eryue went to expand her influence, Tie Zhongshi went to manage business, and Nami had long since left, personally ensuring the successful progress of the party.
Their appearance attracted the attention of many.
"These are the big shots from Huaxia, Chu Group's President Chu Mengyao and the resourceful Ye Fan."
"Impressive indeed; these two are truly extraordinary. In a short period, they've achieved such a high reputation, it's truly astounding. Just by mastering the power of Poisonous Spider is something inexplicable, the seventh-ranked dark force in Asia has become like a mere appendage. Who would believe this if told?"
"The Underworld is thoroughly stunned; no one understands why Poisonous Spider made such a choice, leaving a good ace force to become a subsidiary. It's utterly unimaginable."
"Though Ku Eryue didn't come, her choice shocked not only Ba Country but the entire underground world."
"Even after General Arus and others died, Kasam didn't react excessively but instead extended an olive branch to Chu Group, striving to associate with them, which is equally astounding."
"Indeed, the capability to launch missiles scares not only Kasam but also Yahward and Farhadi, like they fear a tiger, making such a presence undeniably terrifying."
Such discussions emanated from different corners, whispered by different people, echoing in hearts.
The reason for such shock among everyone stems from three aspects: first, the tragic death of Arus and others, secondly, Ku Eryue's choice, and finally and most importantly, the methods displayed by Chu Group, inducing genuine fear within.
"At this party, besides Taimei Company and Wanpu Company, Chu Group will become the dazzling third protagonist. We should be grateful to become mere supporting roles; unlike us who spent years developing in Ba Country and achieved little by little, whereas Chu Group forcefully entered Ba Country, advancing with unstoppable steps and attaining such massive influence in an astonishingly short time. It's truly terrifying, seemingly becoming the third-ranked presence."
Someone murmured, and everyone nodded in agreement.
Taimei Company is a United States enterprise, with Habson as the person in charge in Ba Country. Wanpu Company is a Japan enterprise, led by Okamura Jiro. The emergence of Chu Group in Ba Country has disrupted the existing network of interests, catching various forces unprepared because nobody expected Chu Group to be so formidable, even turning Poisonous Spider into a subordinate force.
This is undoubtedly revolutionary news for foreign forces in Ba Country, enough to reshuffle the powers.
Consider Kasam's level of regard for Chu Group, evident from his personal visit, showcasing how bewildering the underlying connections are.
Suddenly, Chu Group became the third major foreign force apart from Taimei Company and Wanpu Company. It's unknown what kind of a stir this will cause, but the existing business structure is bound to undergo massive changes.
"President Chu, Mr. Ye," everyone nodded, revealing enthusiastic smiles.
Ye Fan and Chu Mengyao walked through the crowd, and everyone politely greeted them, not daring to show any disrespect.
Perhaps after today, many forces will seek cooperative relations with Chu Group, so whether for business or because a smile disarms hostility, Ye Fan and Mengyao responded politely to everyone's greetings.
"President Chu, Mr. Ye, you've arrived," Zheng Jia Mei greeted them with a smile.
"Miss Zheng, you came quite early," Mengyao responded.
"I just arrived," Zheng Jia Mei said warmly, yet inwardly thinking, "Among those present, who hasn't arrived early? Even Habson and Okamura Jiro wouldn't dare be negligent, coming early for this party. With Nami hosting it personally, nobody dares to disrespect her, but you two take your time, though not late, like leaders who always arrive fashionably late, it's just too much."
Zheng Jia Mei dared not voice her thoughts and could only ponder it silently.
Besides Habson and Okamura Jiro, everyone at the party showed smiles and greetings to Ye Fan and Chu Mengyao, not for anything else, but due to Chu Group's acquisition of Poisonous Spider as a subordinate force, making them untouchable and only conducive to befriending.
"Dared to arrive later than me; is this a show of arrogance? Really think they're big players; what are they?" Habson looked on, secretly spitting with disdain.
"The waters here run deep, not a place an external force can settle right away. If our interests didn't intertwine, I'd dismiss it; if they're oblivious, there'd be unpleasant consequences," Okamura Jiro muttered discontentedly.