King Of War: Starting with Arms Dealer-Chapter 1803 - 1483: The Expert Leads the Team

Capítulo 1803: Chapter 1483: The Expert Leads the Team

Eric’s words sounded excessively flattering, but they effectively steered everyone’s discussion into the orbit of P·B.

The underlying message of ‘respect the victor’ is that ‘protecting P·B’s interests is the core point of this group’!

The future remains uncertain, and Joe Ga cannot predictively plan everything like a prophet…

Facing the gaze of the crowd, Joe Ga pondered for a moment before saying, “I believe the war won’t develop as you imagine…

No matter how Russia begins, it will inevitably turn into a brutal protracted war!

And I’m betting, in the end, Ukraine will certainly not be the ultimate winner!”

As he spoke, Joe Ga hesitated for a moment and said, “America’s proxy war mode ensures they will not be the losers.

The more brutal the war gets, the more divided the world’s factions will become during its course…

Do you know when America was at its strongest?

During the Cold War!

At that time, Europe lived under the shadow of nuclear war, trembling daily, obeying America unquestioningly.

The presence of a powerful and dangerous enemy brought unprecedented unity to NATO, representing the Western world, and allowed America to dictate politically at will!

Once Russia falls, some countries can’t bear the subsequent knock-on effects, so Russia cannot be completely isolated economically or politically!

And Russia’s way to break the deadlock isn’t to decisively win the war because, in the current media context, the more smoothly Russia wins, the more severe its isolation will be.

The best choice for President Pu is to hold on, causing Europe to bleed without stop while also draining itself until Europe can’t take it anymore and seeks negotiations…

Once Europe compromises, it signifies a complete shake of America’s leadership position!

Do you know what will happen to Ukraine if events develop as I say?”

Eric shook his head and said, “If things unfold according to this script, the East will become a blood mill draining both sides, and the entire Ukraine will become a paradise for adventurers.

Because in a wartime mode, society will enter a different order!”

Joe Ga nodded and said, “I don’t want P·B to get sucked in because I’m no longer the small fry needing to take risks for excessive returns.”

Joe Ga glanced at Steven and said, “Steven’s point earlier was important. People don’t just want to make money; they want to prove they have the capability to lead and generate returns.

If things progress as I predict, even if P·B isn’t in Ukraine, you all can still secure enough returns without much difficulty, right?”

Eric nodded and said, “It’s not difficult, but simply trading natural gas and making profits in financial markets lacks that decisive feel and faces the sniping of other big players, so…”

Eric’s words hit the core focus of the argument…

No one present thought it was hard to make money; the problem is, if P·B doesn’t get involved in the war, they lack decisive leverage, meaning no control.

Making money with the tide is easy, but no one respects a drifter. To gain influence over others, you must prove your ability to sway the situation.

This has been why P·B was so important in recent years!

From the Pirate Fund initially, to later banks, and even joining the Presidential race…

The root of Joe Ga and his friends quickly gaining influence all stemmed from P·B’s ability to sway the situation…

‘The ability to sway the situation’ is the real bargaining chip!

Joe Ga thought for a moment, sighed, and said, “Guys, let’s not think about manipulating the course of war; we can’t do it…

But we can try to influence the European energy situation…”

Steven was intrigued; he put down his glass and rubbed his chin, saying, “Can you elaborate?

Hu Lang, you refused to open up Crete, yet you say there’s an opportunity to influence Europe’s energy situation; it’s a bit confusing for me.”

Joe Ga listened, waved his hand, and said, “I can open up investment in Crete, allowing you to join in as shareholders.

But I won’t open Crete to America’s Energy Group!

There’s a big difference in that, which you understand more deeply than I do…”

With that, Joe Ga found a tablet, placed it on the table, and opened up a digital map of Europe…

“America wants to tighten the reins on Europe’s neck, and the most important move is to sanction Russia’s energy.

No matter if the pipeline sabotage plan is implemented or not, energy trade between Europe and Russia will face significant obstacles.

By then, the unsold energy from Russia will be very cheap, and buying it would mean profit…

We can’t get involved in the war, but we can find a financially and energy-deficient troublemaker within the EU to act as a proxy to buy Russia’s energy and resell it to other European countries.

The only obstacle in this plan is Norway…

But I believe the energy groups behind Steven have ways to ‘persuade’ Norway to stay quiet!

A senator of the Energy Group, along with a few congressmen, can unite with some people inside the Pentagon, waving America’s flag, and garrison northern Syria to collect energy protection fees from the Kurdish.

I’ve seen those people, and I dare to bet my head that not a single honest United States Army soldier was among them; they were all from military contracting companies.

If they can do it this way, why can’t we?

Poland and Hungary are both excellent targets!”

Steven looked down at the map on his computer, making a ‘hiss’ sound with his mouth…

This is the real big business!

By finding an appropriate national-level proxy to help them withstand external pressure, they can recklessly smuggle Russia’s energy during the worst of times.

Russia would certainly be willing at that time because it would allow them to maintain a connection with Europe.

The proxy country would also be willing because it’s a super-profitable deal.

As long as they can withstand the greatest risk, that is, the sanctions pressure from America, and at least keep those politicians willing to cooperate, the remaining weak EU enforcement can’t control them at all.

In such a situation, the European Union would probably also be willing because the smuggled Russian energy would be more convenient to transport and cheaper than energy on the market outside.

The crucial point is that, once they can seize an energy communication channel, they would have the ‘power to influence Europe’s energy situation’, a key bargaining chip.

Using this chip could derive immense economic and political interests!

The only obstacle here is the White House and Norway…

The White House probably wouldn’t turn against Joe and his Republican-backed group in the current context; after all, leaving an energy lifeline for Europe is also a bit of humane consideration.

The only remaining obstacle is Norway!

Because Norway, a Nordic country, is one of Europe’s largest oil and gas producers.

Don’t be misled by Norway’s excellent environmental initiatives; in reality, its globally best welfare system and smallest wealth gap are actually supported by energy exports.

Norway’s energy exports have always been lukewarm, because their extraction costs are high, only affordable by a few major European countries.

They probably wish for a war from Russia, which is why they appear in that secret pipeline destruction plan.

If Steven can find a proxy country and secure an energy route, it would essentially mean competing with Norway for money.

However, with Norway’s weak political influence, could it stand against Steven and the Energy Group behind him?

Joe’s Mediterranean gas fields should have the same stance as Norway, but the Mediterranean’s proximity to Europe and the limited production of the gas fields mean that sales won’t be an issue…

That’s why Joe thought of using this kind of business to divert Steven and his Energy Group’s attention, while also probing the thoughts of the Energy Group’s people.

If this group takes this route but still focuses on the Mediterranean gas fields, it shows there’s definitely someone within the Energy Group targeting PB…

If the outcome is different, Joe would deepen cooperation with them, and as they make money together, they could also combat those unseen enemies.

Previously, Joe personally stepped in, leading PB to tackle the toughest parts, becoming the leverage to pry open greater interests…

But now he wants a different approach; he has a massive amount of cash, allowing him to join as an investor, letting the Energy Group serve as that leverage…

Perhaps in the end, PB’s influence gains might be reduced, but for this group, the result remains the same!

Everyone still puts in effort together, though this time, Steven takes the lead!

With Joe getting Xiao Ma to help cheer from the sidelines, Steven, a former American Secretary of State, could probably handle a small European country!

Seeing Steven’s eyes light up, Joe Ga knew his goal was achieved…

After setting a target for the team, it allows their focus to be concentrated within a controllable range.

This can prevent them from being too affected by external influences, leading to incorrect judgments.

Once America Energy Group is engaged, Joe Ga can face that unknown anxiety with more composure…

In fact, Joe hasn’t solved the core issue because he can’t figure out where the problem lies or specifically on whom.

But issues are always resolved one by one…

Watching Steven shift his gaze from the map to himself, Joe Ga smiled and waved, saying: “We should take things step by step, and as for the specific operations, we still need to discuss.

But right now, I have some important matters…”

Joe Ga then looked at Alicia and said: “Madam, you should be aware of the board structure and member list of the ‘Lethal Strike Group’. I need you to notify them on my behalf…

I want to negotiate, open and honest negotiations!”

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The author felt something was off when writing, and will amend it in the next chapter, to be published before 8 PM tonight!