Chapter 1017: Chapter 553:
At the same time, because of the countless crimes committed by You Tai Country, whose lands were plundered through unjust means, the local Ba people organizations hope to establish a brand new nation, Faha Country. After careful consideration, we will conduct a public referendum in You Tai Country to determine, based on the will of the local people, whether to establish the new country.
One by one, the verdicts were announced, all being death sentences.
Among the high-level officials of You Tai Country being tried, some faces were ashen, some were so scared they wet their pants, and some refused to accept reality and cursed wildly.
But no matter how they struggled, the verdict would not change one bit.
Since this was broadcasted live worldwide, the moment the verdict was announced, the news spread globally.
The You Tai dispersed across the world were all filled with a mixture of shock and anger; most of them were Zionist restorationists of You Tai. Now seeing You Tai Country’s high officials being tried, and even the possibility of returning You Tai Country to the Ba people and establishing a Faha Country, what a ridiculous referendum, the local You Tai were already being persecuted by Faha soldiers and put in isolation camps, how could they possibly participate in a referendum? It’s obvious they intend to establish Faha Country without even pretending otherwise, which was completely unacceptable to them.
However, these people were unaware that while they were still worried about the future of You Tai Country, a disaster was already starting to sweep towards these dispersed You Tai across the globe.
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Beautiful Country, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills.
This is the famous luxury residential area in Beautiful Country, located very close to Hollywood, and many Hollywood stars reside here.
Marion Mecco threw an ashtray at the TV, shattering the screen that was broadcasting the trial live, and cursed loudly: "Bullshit, what kind of bullshit trial is this, clearly targeting us You Tai, it’s completely unfair."
As a You Tai, Marion is a renowned tycoon, with extensive business ventures including financial services, investment banking, finance companies, real estate, mining, energy, mixed agriculture, brewing, and non-profit organizations.
His personal fortune amounts to twelve billion US Dollars, and that’s just personal assets, not including his companies.
Despite his diverse businesses, this consortium formed by uniting numerous You Tai merchants, who came from all over the world, through means such as blood relations, religion, and marriage, forming a monopoly capital group with a big bank as the link, controlling a series of business conglomerates.
This consortium is named the Mei Ke Consortium, a large monopoly capital consortium that originated in finance and is controlled by You Tai.
This consortium’s influence extends not just within Beautiful Country, but its reach has long expanded worldwide, ranking among the top ten leading consortia in Beautiful Country.
No one knows exactly how much wealth the Mei Ke Conglomerate controls; taking any one of its companies alone would already rank among the top 500 in the world, demonstrating the immense power of the Mei Ke Consortium.
However, since he was not of the same mind as Isaac, Marion did not involve himself in You Tai Country’s affairs, only providing money and effort when the You Tai were attacked by Jieke Group.
Though he had issues with Isaac, as a You Tai, seeing what You Tai Country was subjected to, about to be wiped off the map, he was filled with furious anger. The You Tai had wandered for so long, dreaming of establishing a country, now ruined in the hands of Isaac, that idiot.
"Darling, what’s wrong with you?"
A charming voice came, and a Hollywood actress who frequently appeared on screen leaned affectionately against Marion, wrapped in a bath towel.
"Get lost!"
The Hollywood actress unfortunately bore the brunt of his anger, becoming Marion’s punching bag as he kicked her hard.
"Ah, darling, when did I ever make you angry?"
The actress frowned in pain, but due to Marion’s power, though she resented him deeply, she couldn’t help but put on a flattering and gentle smile.
"You bitch, even you dare to mock me."
Seeing the actress’s smile, Marion’s anger flared even more, seemingly transferring his fury onto her. Without a second thought, he pulled out the belt from his waist and viciously whipped it across her face and body, showing no mercy.
Screams immediately filled the room; the actress didn’t expect him to be serious, and she was severely beaten.
Just as Marion was venting his anger, the doorbell rang untimely.
Marion ignored it, confident that his bodyguards and butler wouldn’t let anyone disturb him at these times.
But this time, things didn’t go as Marion expected. Suddenly, the sound of the door being forced open echoed loudly, accompanied by shouts, as a team wearing jackets and T-shirts with FBI insignia burst into the living room.
"Mr. Marion, I’m Rick Carson, from the FBI, you need to come with us; there are some cases that require your cooperation in investigation."
The leading man, identifying himself as Rick from the FBI, showed his badge, then glanced at the actress on the floor covered in bruises, with a faint, inexplicable smile on his lips: "Hmm, now you have another charge, illegal confinement and intentional injury."
"FBI, get the hell out of my house, go find out the situation. Are you sure you want to investigate me? Do you want me to call your superiors?"
Marion erupted in anger, poking his finger at Rick’s chest, his arrogant demeanor showing complete disregard.
Who was he, after all? He was the leader of the top consortium in Beautiful Country, where capital was the most powerful force. The FBI was no more than a dog owned by their capital, daring to bark at them.