wavenovel Chapter 1317, page 1326: As expected, we made way too much money this time!
Chapter 1317, page 1326: As expected, we made way too much money this time!
Chapter 1317, page 1326: As expected, we made way too much money this time!
On the high platform of the hearing, the hearing committee, composed of members of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, senators, and Treasury officials, is "interrogating" Tree Friends Capital for alleged stock market manipulation.
More than an hour has passed!
"According to information provided by Shuyou Capital, Shuyou Capital's president, Naoki Nagayama, knew about the impending stock market crash in October. Mr. Nakai, what explanation do you have?"
This time, the chubby senator didn't dwell on the strange questions, but went straight to the issue itself.
“Respected Member of Parliament”
Nakai Genta's answer was very fluent.
"As the president of an investment company, the ability to predict market changes is a necessary condition. Naoki-san is a talented investor, and his prediction of a market downturn is a testament to his talent!"
Around October, Naoki Nagayama was touting in the Japanese financial markets that the US stock market was about to crash. Could this be interpreted as him using his influence to release short-selling information, affecting market sentiment and ultimately leading to a stock market crash?
"Dear Member of Parliament, Naoki-san's influence is limited to Japan and is insufficient to affect the entire world."
Nakai Genta is somewhat amusing.
"To blame the New York stock market crash on an investor across the ocean is, frankly, absurd!"
"you"
The senator blushed.
"You're rambling on. Just answer yes or no!"
"Then no!"
"."
After the senators' questioning session ended, David Ludd of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission cautiously began to speak:
"Mr. Nakai, as far as I know, Tree Friends Capital, besides the United States, has used the same short-selling tactics in almost all the world's famous stock exchanges, including London, Hong Kong, and Toronto, and made a fortune. Is this true?!"
"!!!"
Yuanta Nakai was shocked. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission was indeed not to be underestimated; it had even started investigating other countries!
It's important to understand that in this day and age, the Big Brother hasn't collapsed yet, and the United States isn't the world's policeman; its long arm can't reach many parts of the world. Yet, they've already discovered TreeFriend Capital's short-selling operations in other countries!
"TreeFriends Capital is an international company, so naturally it has investments all over the world."
Nakai Genta avoided a direct answer, which made David Rudd smile:
"Shuyou Capital's investment strategy is beyond reproach. However, during this stock market crash, President Naoki Nagayama did promote his views in the Japanese investment community, and due to his influence, this had a significant impact on the stock market."
"Shuyou Capital made huge profits during the stock market crash, and the possibility of stock market manipulation cannot be ruled out."
"Mr. Nakai, has Mr. Naoki Nagayama attended the hearing?"
Nakai Genta's expression was somewhat unpleasant:
"Naoki-san is very busy, and I am in charge of the operations of Shuyu Capital in the US stock market. If you have any questions, I can answer them directly!"
"Mr. Nakai, we suggest that Mr. Naoki Nagayama come and explain in person."
David Ludger said,
"At the third hearing afterwards"
"."
Yuanta Nakai's expression began to turn grim. What he had expected to be an easy process had taken a dramatic turn. What exactly went wrong?!
When they came out of the federal courthouse, the two senior lawyers, George and Robert, were also surprised. They thought the hearing would end smoothly!
"George, Robert"
Nakai Genta's tone was angry.
"You assured me before that there would be absolutely no problems!"
"."
The two senior lawyers were speechless for a moment, but they quickly considered the possibilities.
"Mr. Nakai, this matter may no longer be an isolated issue in the securities market; it is very likely influenced by external factors!"
Robert went even further and pointed out:
"The president previously established a temporary commission of inquiry into the causes of the stock market crash, and I believe this matter is very likely related to that commission!"
"."
Nakai Genta realized what was happening.
"So, there are political factors involved?"
“It’s very likely,” George quickly added. “Mr. Nakai, we’ll leverage our law firm’s connections to find out the real reason behind this!”
Robert also offered words of comfort:
"Mr. Nakai, please don't worry, we have many more opportunities."
The third hearing, and settlement negotiations with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Even if it eventually goes to court, such complex transnational cases invariably involve a lengthy and complicated process.
In fact, the costs involved in such international economic investigations are far higher than those of ordinary cases. In addition, the fact that the other party is a well-known figure from another country may also involve many political factors, which makes the case even more complicated.
The most likely outcome is that the case will drag on for more than a decade and eventually be dropped.
However, the Securities and Exchange Commission's actions now are clearly a statement being made to someone, which inevitably brings to mind the powerful forces at the top of the United States.
"."
As the two lawyers continued to persuade him, Nakai Genta's expression grew increasingly serious. He realized that he might not be able to return before the end of the year!
After the car arrived outside the apartment, Nakai Genta got out, escorted by Robert and George. However, in a quick glance, he seemed to notice several more people wearing hats and suits around the apartment.
"Fu*k is really being targeted!"
Back in his apartment, he called Susan, wanting to book a flight back home. However...
"Sorry Boss, there seems to be a problem with your passport."
"."
Yuan Tai didn't hear what was said after that, but he knew that he couldn't leave the United States for the time being!
The US judicial system appears to have set its sights on TreeFriend Capital!
Nakai Genta felt a heavy pressure pressing down on his shoulders, making it hard to breathe!
Under such immense pressure, Nakai Genta had no choice but to make a satellite phone call!
Naoki Nagayama, who was resting at Yamazakura-in, was awakened by a mobile phone on his bedside table.
Fortunately, to avoid any accidental conflict, he is now sleeping separately from Akina, so he hasn't disturbed Akina and Hana-chan.
However, to minimize the noise, Naoki Nagayama pressed the call button after entering the study.
"Naoki Mulberry"
A somewhat flustered voice came through the receiver from Nakai Genta.
"I think I'm never coming back!"
“Yuanta-san.” Naoki Nagayama also sensed something serious had happened, but he calmed himself down. “Take a few deep breaths first, and we can talk about the problem slowly!”
"Hi"
After a heavy breathing sound from the other end of the microphone, Nakai Genta slowly explained the current situation.
After hearing the whole story, Naoki Nagayama also felt that things were a bit complicated.
Sure enough, they made too much money this time!
In the past, making tens of millions of dollars in the stock market in the US was no big deal; for several years in a row, regulators didn't even bother to look into it.
But this time, the fact that they made over a billion dollars has caught the attention of the American leadership!
"I've always heard that for ordinary people, earning 100 million is the happiest time; anything higher will attract the attention of the big fish swimming beneath the surface."
Naoki Nagayama couldn't help but wonder: Was this a case of being unworthy of his position?!
He has the aura and titles of celebrity, famous director, great writer, etc., and can still control and protect his wealth of about one billion US dollars. If he wants to take another step, he will indeed need to have even stronger "virtue"!
This "virtue" can be background, connections, influence, and even the support of political parties or the country!
"Naoki-san, what should I do now?!"
Originally, Nakai Genta was just an ordinary financial talent and investment manager. In Japan, he might be able to live a middle-class life by leveraging his family and school connections, but on the international stage, he could only be considered an ordinary person!
"Yuan Tai-san, don't panic!"
Naoki Nagayama had anticipated this situation; now it was simply time to put it into practice.
"I'll find a professional lawyer in Japan first, and then hire several top law firms from the US to build a top-notch legal team!"
"In short, we'll protect your rights through the legal system first!"
"If the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission formally files a lawsuit and you are detained, let Robert and George pay bail so they can release you!"
"Then I will appeal through various channels in Japan, turning your detention into a matter of nationalistic sentiment and putting pressure on the United States."
After saying this, Naoki Nagayama's voice became somewhat heavy:
"Yuan Tai-san, if it really comes to litigation, you might have to stay in the United States for a while."
Nakai Genta's tone was somewhat downcast:
"I know, and I'm prepared. After all, who gets billions of dollars without paying a price?"
"It's just... Suzumi-chan, Shota, and the others."
"Don't worry, Yuan Tai Sang! I will take care of your wife and children!!"
Naoki Nagayama said this without hesitation. This is not the Internet age. The meaning of this sentence has not been distorted. It is a sincere promise!
"I will definitely believe what Naoki-san says!"
After hearing the assurance, Nakai Genta was relieved. He still trusted Nagayama Naoki's words!
"Um"
Naoki Nagayama comforted him,
"Just treat your time in New York as a vacation! Since you've made so much money for the company, I'll just approve a million dollars for your public relations."
"Live in the best houses, eat the finest cuisine, and do the wildest adventures."
"Cough, cough, cough!"
Nakai Genta quickly interrupted Nagayama Naoki.
"Naoki-san, I am a married man!"
"Hehehe"
We're all men, stop pretending!
After a bit of banter, Nakai Genta relaxed considerably:
"Naoki-san, they still want you to come to New York. Please don't come, or you might never be able to leave!"
Naoki Nagayama was somewhat moved and continued:
"Currently, the influence of the Tree Friends in Japanese politics is insufficient to persuade Japan to voice its opinions through diplomatic channels."
"But it will be soon. Once this congressional election is complete, the parties we have ties with will come to power. The new party leaders will be closer to us."
"Furthermore, we also have plans to accelerate the cultivation of proxies in the political arena."
"Then we'll be able to lodge a diplomatic protest."
"At most, you can stay in New York for a year, and you'll definitely be able to come back!"
"A year?" Nakai Genta was somewhat surprised; this was much better than he had imagined. "These kinds of lawsuits often last for many years."
"It's a game of power between various forces."
Naoki Nagayama knew perfectly well that the US presidential election would take place in 89, and it was uncertain whether his policies would continue; the next president would be plagued by a mountain of debt; and then came the collapse of the Soviet Union in 91, a period of dramatic change in the world.
In short, after this series of events, how much energy will the United States have left to deal with such a trivial matter as short selling? Perhaps a settlement of a few hundred thousand dollars will be enough to bring this lawsuit to a close.
"Yuan Tai-san, please rest assured. I will definitely rescue you as soon as possible!"
"Hi!"
The call with Nakai Genta lasted for more than an hour before finally ending.
Feeling somewhat uneasy, Naoki Nagayama continued to make phone calls to key members of the tree-loving community in London, Toronto, and Hong Kong.
Fortunately, they only earned a hundred or two hundred million locally, so they didn't attract much attention from regulators!
Naoki Nagayama, after hanging up the phone, looked at the moon through his study window with a touch of melancholy.
As his wealth increased, he became more and more involved and had to consider more and more things, which gradually distanced him from his previous idea of living a peaceful life!
But he couldn't stop now; if he stopped, those menacing creatures would pounce on him.
"We need to strengthen our support for legislators!"
Naoki Nagayama stroked his chin.
"It would be best if the next generation also owed a favor to Shuyou."
"Furthermore, we also need to make contact with the upper echelons of the United States."
"By the way, the election is coming up soon, and the next candidate is from the Elephant Party. If we start supporting them now, we can become a major financial backer of the Elephant Party."
"Wouldn't this be seen as foreign interference in the election? We need to think of a way to do it under the guise of American sovereignty."
Politicians in the 80s didn't dare to be like that Wang, who discarded his benefactors after they had served their purpose and kicked them aside. They really didn't have much money, and they were very protective of their benefactors after they came to power!
All sorts of thoughts flooded his mind, making Naoki Nagayama extremely excited, and he couldn't sleep all night!
Early the next morning~
Akina, intending to wake her husband, couldn't find him in the other bedroom, so she opened the door to the study.
"Naoki-san, why are you up so early?"
Only then did she notice that Naoki Nagayama's eyes were bloodshot. He was still writing and drawing in his study.
Akina walked to the desk and looked at it, and found that the manuscript paper was filled with English names, which were connected by lines to form a tree diagram.
"what is this?"
"This is a draft of the tree grower's overseas plans."
Naoki Nagayama did not tell Nakai Genta about the matter, but instead made up another excuse.
"For TreeFriend to acquire a film company and establish a business empire in the United States, it needs to overcome a series of obstacles, and these are all crucial."
"."
Akina didn't understand many of the English names, but she didn't need to. Instead, she observed her husband's expression and said...
"Naoki-san, do you really have to work this hard? Have you been staying up all night?"
"It's okay. It's just one night."
Naoki Nagayama gave Akina a smile.
"I have to go to film a movie today."
Akina touched Nagayama Naoki's eyebrows and eyes with a hint of tenderness.
"You should take good care of your health even when you're young!"
"Haha, I got it!!"
Naoki Nagayama gently hugged Akina and changed the subject, asking,
"Where's Hua Jiang? Is she up yet?"
Still lying in bed.
Akina sighed. As the little one grew older, he became increasingly difficult to manage.
"Haha, what's this about sleeping in? Nobody's forcing a child to get up on time!"
Naoki Nagayama smiled as he walked out of the study and into the bedroom, where he indeed saw a large bundle huddled under the covers on the bed.
"Flower Jam~ Wake up~~"
I gave it a push, and the clump of tissue sprang up, emitting unintelligible cries.
"Wake up to a delicious breakfast!!"
Naoki Nagayama said with a smile,
"If you don't get up soon, I'm going to go and finish Hua Jiang's breakfast first!!"
"Da-me."
The little one finally poked his head out, then looked at his dad, smiled, and reached out for a hug.
Naoki Nagayama naturally picked up his daughter and took her to the toilet to wash up.
Two people, one older and one younger, were both brushing their teeth at the sink, but while Nagayama Naoki was actually brushing, Natsuka was just playing.
Akina watched this scene, her heart filled with tenderness, but then she suddenly remembered something:
"Oh, right. The 8th is Naoki-san's birthday!"
"What surprise will they give us then?!"
(End of this chapter)