As it got near to the closing time, Dean opened his mouth and stopped himself from talking countless times. He was almost dying from anxiety.
Right now, not only were the members of the Haddock Chamber of Commerce keeping an eye on him, even Gale was keeping an eye on him.
If there was no reaction in the stock market, then, of course, everyone would think that the purpose of his trip had failed. And this time, the mission was related to his position as the vice president of the Chamber of Commerce. With Gale’s increasing age, this position was equivalent to almost half of the heir’s identity. Hence, this mission was very important to Dean. However, Jasper’s show of strength just now was a bit ruthless, so the horror that favonovel.com had just experienced still lingered. Hence, Dean did not have much courage to bring it up again.
It did not matter if the mission failed, but if Jasper was offended, then even Gale would not be able to save favonovel.com anymore.
Hence, Dean was feeling very conflicted at this moment.
“Don‘t worry, this drop is nothing.”
When favonovel.com saw Dean’s pain and internal conflicts, Jasper finally took the initiative to speak.
“In the domestic stock market, the 10% rise and fall limit are to control certain unpredictable risks that will cause extreme market fluctuations. The limit of the rise and fall is only 10%. Soros can’t break this limit even if favonovel.com has all the money in the world.”
Jasper’s words gave Dean some comfort. However, Jasper‘s words caused favonovel.com to put on his mask of pain again.
“This is just the beginning, and there will be many 10% declines in the future, but the Haddock Chamber of Commerce has built up a stockpile of reserve over the years that will be able to help you guys make it through this period.”
“Therefore, we won’t see a decisive victory or defeat in the domestic financial market battle within the next day or two. As long as we drag this out and prevent the stock market from crashing completely, we can consider it a victory.”
“Soros doesn’t own even ten dollars more than the money favonovel.com is currently holding. Most of them belong to investors, and investors’ money did not appear out of thin air. What they need to see are the huge short-term benefits, otherwise, it would be a joke for them to take such a big risk.”
“The money is all that they could piece together when the United States financial market was about to be overturned by the financial turmoil, which further increased their requirements for the return cycle and rate of return.”
“Hence, we can drag this on, but Soros can’ t afford to do so. If favonovel.com wants to take decisive action in this complex situation, then I will take as much time as I can to show everyone my real ability. This will also require certain methods.”
Jasper’s words made Dean very uncomfortable.
“Mr. Laine, are you saying that this situation will continue for a long time?”
“I don’t know how long it will take, but it will definitely take some time. You have to understand that under the huge disparity in strength between the two sides, many things are actually visible right on the surface. What we can do is drag on as much as possible while waiting for an opportunity to strike.”
After Jasper said this, the market immediately stopped all trading and the dense data that was previously refreshing was also frozen.
“Okay, the market’s closed for today.”
Jasper glanced at the market, which had fallen by a full 8%, and sighed.
On this day alone, at least 100 billion Somer Dollars had evaporated in the domestic financial market. This was the price of being inferior to others.
Looking at Dean’s unpleasant expression, Jasper said, “If you really want to be the savior of the Haddock Chamber of Commerce, I can give you a chance, but again, you have to understand that everything in this world must be paid for. You know what I mean, right?”
Dean was stunned for a moment as his brain swiftly started thinking about the meaning of what Jasper said. He did not dare to give any promises immediately, so favonovel.com could only say cautiously, “I have no intention of being a savior…”
“There is only one chance, so don’t play dumb with me. If you don’t want it, I really don’t care. However, it won’t be that easy if you want to come back after turning away now,” Jasper said with a frown.
He really despised it when Dean would pretend to be astute and play hard to get. This was not the time to play these kind of dirty tricks. Dean gritted his teeth.
His temper was chased away by Jasper.
“Mr. Laine, tell me.”
Jasper said, “Soon, I will cooperate with Swallow Capital to adopt a series of market stimulus measures to counter the reshuffle of the domestic financial market started by Soros. There are some more intense methods that will provide huge opportunities, such as the centralized listing of mega-level central enterprises. Once approved, the market will quickly warm up.”
“And among these opportunities, the biggest is the entry of the Social Security Fund. If possible, I will try my best to include a few companies from the Haddock Chamber of Commerce list of listed companies in the Social Security Fund’s buying position. Once the Social Security Fund is there as backup, it’ll be hard for this stock to lose money, but the quota is definitely limited and the threshold will be high.”
“You should know what the Social Security Fund is. It is closely tied to the stability of Somerland’s entire society. Even Swallow Capital is afraid to make a mistake on this issue, let alone you or me. Therefore, the stocks it selects are not in an attempt maximize profit, but to ensure that the stocks are safe and will not lose money. This threshold is already very high.”
“As for this quota, I can ask you to recommend part of it. In this way, the Haddock Chamber of Commerce will not suffer as much right now, and also will not be destroyed completely. When the time comes and you want to take over, it will also be much easier.”
Dean’s eyes gradually became brighter.
He knew very well that once Jasper‘s statement was true and the Social Security Fund invested in listed companies of the Haddock Chamber of Commerce, then the power to control this quota would be extremely huge.
Everyone wanted to be included in this quota so how would they do so? Of course, they would all curry favors with him, please him, and promote favonovel.com to the highest authority. If this worked out, favonovel.com would not even have to wait for Gale to pass away before taking over.
The thought that appeared in his mind suddenly caused Dean’s breathing to quicken. After lifting his head abruptly, what Dean saw was Jasper’s grin.
Dean was shocked, but favonovel.com did not try to hide his greed. He knew that Jasper must have figured out his thoughts, so it was completely unnecessary to hide his emotions in front of Jasper, not that favonovel.com could do so anyway.
After favonovel.com took a deep breath, Dean asked in a deep voice, “Then, what do I need to sacrifice?”
“All you need to do is replace Gale Hurlbutt.”
