I have a debt of 3 trillion, and my creditors are begging me not to die.

Chapter 259: A wave of competition among nations for Yang Chen's assets erupts; Starry Sky Military Industry officially launches.
The news that Star Mining's three mines in Kamala Fruit were robbed quickly became a trending topic worldwide.

There's no other reason than that this is Yang Chen's business.

The netizens from both the bald eagle and the Indian were overjoyed. Ever since they joined forces at the United Nations to propose banning private companies from producing military equipment and from carrying out militarized operations, Yang Chen has been plagued by one problem after another.

First, the employees were retaliated against, and now the mine has been seized. Who knows what other troubles will follow?

Just look at the comments from netizens from both the US and India in the comment sections of related news articles to see how smug they are.

Indian netizen Amy Han: Haha... You know what we did for him? If we hadn't crippled Yang Chen, none of this would have happened. Yang Chen dared to cause trouble in our country; this is the price he deserves.

American internet user Jimmy Hollins commented: "This is the kind of cunning only the world's most powerful nation possesses. We proposed this bill, and anyone who opposes it is opposing world peace. It's an unsolvable, overt strategy. Chinese netizens often say Yang Chen is adept at playing unsolvable overt strategies. Now we're giving him a taste of his own medicine. We're doing a pretty good job, aren't we? Haha..."

The comments from netizens in the Sand Kingdom are quite interesting.

Netizen Muhammad: Seeing Boss Yang being bullied really upset me. But I believe he won't just give up like that; he must have a backup plan. Even if Boss Yang can't handle it, China can. Don't be too happy yet; you'd better behave yourselves to avoid having to apologize later.

The troublemakers and netizens were naturally gloating.

South Korean netizen Kim Jae-seok: Haha...Great! The more news like this, the better. I love watching this kind of news. I'm going to eat an extra plate of kimchi tonight to celebrate. The days of mindless worship of Yang Chen by netizens from the Sand Country can finally end. Otherwise, you'll often feel bad seeing Yang Chen in trouble. Learn from us, it's so much better. We're happy whenever he's in trouble. Haha...

At that moment, loud laughter erupted again from the White Eagle president's office.

"This move of ours was absolutely brilliant. Yang Chen's troubles will only keep piling up. I'll call India later and have them freeze Longguo Company's assets again. And that traitor in Italy, as long as we verbally promise some benefits and add a little threat, they'll definitely listen to our advice and target Yang Chen's businesses. Yang Chen did perform brilliantly in the first half, but now that we've entered the second half, he'll have to give back whatever he's gained. Haha..."

“I have already communicated with Blackwater on behalf of the military. After Blackwater acquires those three mines, it will sell them to BlackRock, and Blackwater will then be responsible for the security of the mines. This is just the first step. If this step is successful, we will use the same method to take over all the overseas mines controlled by Star Mining.”

"Wouldn't that be too cruel?"

"Ha ha……"

Dragon Kingdom, River City.

Upon hearing that Xingchen Mining's mineral resources in Jingangguo had been seized by anti-government forces, Wang Wenkang immediately came to Sihai Group to meet with Yang Chen.

“Chairman Yang, the situation is not very optimistic right now. What are you planning to do? The government will definitely do its best to support you,” Wang Wenkang said.

Yang Chen replied with a smile, "Isn't this great? It gives me a reason to take advantage of them. Once my humanoid robots and robotic horses are loaded with ammunition, they will either accept my investment or accept my technological civilization. They have to choose one."

Wang Wenkang laughed heartily and said, "However, on the other hand, the problems at QQ Park need to be resolved as soon as possible. It's quite distressing to see the family members shuttling back and forth between the municipal government and the police station every day."

Yang Chen called Guo Hu and instructed him, "Hu, share the real-time surveillance footage of those employees who are locked up in the QQ park with me."

Guo Hu quickly replied, "Okay, I'll share it right away."

Yang Chen showed Wang Wenkang the surveillance video transmitted from the QQ park.

The surveillance footage shows that the employees did have injuries, but they were in good spirits and not in any life-threatening danger.

Yang Chen explained, "We've already used mosquitoes and flies to locate a few of them. If they're in mortal danger, the mosquitoes following them will attack the person who harmed them. They're just temporarily staying there for now; I'll rescue them when I'm ready."

Wang Wenkang said with a smile, "Chairman Yang has always been someone we can trust to get things done. We're becoming less and less of a help to Chairman Yang."

"Haha... No, no. I started my business in Jiangcheng, and no matter how well I develop, Jiangcheng will always be my base." Yang Chen said with a smile.

Wang Wenkang immediately grasped Yang Chen's hand excitedly and said, "With Chairman Yang's words, we are relieved. Since Chairman Yang has his own plans, we won't ask any more questions. However, please don't hesitate to help us when needed; we will do our best to provide support."

"Okay. I'll take you." Yang Chen said with a smile.

As evening approached, Yang Chen was about to leave work when Jessica Ribery, President of Star Auto Europe, called him.

“Chairman Yang, there’s something going on in Italy. Their automobile association suddenly said that our new energy vehicles do not meet EU standards and asked us to suspend sales until an investigation is completed before deciding how to proceed,” Jessica Ribery said.

Yang Chen said with a smile, "European traitors truly live up to their reputation. It's alright, we'll cooperate with their investigation."

“But they’re clearly targeting us because they see you can’t retaliate. Even if we cooperate with their investigation, the outcome will be terrible. How about I talk to them? See what they really want, and then we can decide how to respond,” Jessica Ribelli said.

Yang Chen smiled and said, "Of course I understand that, but you also need to understand one thing: negotiating with robbers is useless. You have to use intimidation to subdue them. I've never backed down from anyone since I started out. They've completely miscalculated if they think they can steal my things using such underhanded methods. Just do as I say and cooperate with their investigation."

Jessica Ribelli quickly replied, "Okay, Mr. Yang, I know what to do."

Just after hanging up the phone, Rodriguez, the president of Sihai Insurance Europe, also called Yang Chen.

“Mr. Yang, Italy suddenly wants to check our insurance data, saying we are suspected of illegal fundraising and money laundering. Isn’t this obviously a deliberate attempt to target us? What should we do now?” Rodriguez said.

Yang Chen said with a smile, "We'll cooperate with their investigation. Our accounts are clean and we're not afraid of being investigated."

Rodriguez added, “Theoretically, that’s true. Our accounts are clean and we’re not afraid of an investigation. But they’re deliberately targeting us. No matter how clean our accounts are, they’ll find problems. According to the information I’ve received, the bald eagles sent people to persuade Italy to do this. They’re clearly targeting us because they see you can’t retaliate against others like before.”

Yang Chen said with a smile, "Since you know why they did this, then cooperate fully with their investigation."

Rodriguez said, "Oh? Is Mr. Yang preparing to admit defeat?"

“How can this be called admitting defeat? I just wanted to see which traitors would dare to take advantage of the situation. Just do as I say,” Yang Chen replied.

Rodriguez quickly replied, "Okay, I know what to do. I'll hang up now, I'll call you again if anything comes up."

Immediately afterward, the president of Sihai Medical Europe, Herubania, also called Yang Chen. Something had happened in Italy. Italian officials had ordered Sihai Hospital to suspend operations on the grounds that it was suspected of disrupting social order.

Following Spain, at the same time, Windmill Country and other countries successively announced that they would investigate Sihai Insurance, Sihai Hospital, Xingchen Automobile, etc.

Initially, the Indians were a little scared and didn't dare to touch Yang Chen, but seeing that so many European countries had taken action, they were no longer afraid.

This time, Third Brother isn't going to run companies like DaMi; he's only going to run SiHai Mobile. Making money is secondary; his main goal is to get revenge on Yang Chen.

Everyone knows that the people of China always value legitimacy in their actions. In order to create public opinion for Yang Chen to take revenge on these people, major media outlets in China have been reporting on the news of these countries and regions seizing Yang Chen's assets.

Weibo, Douyin, and Hongshu pushed related news to all users, letting the whole country know that Yang Chen had been bullied. Netizens left messages to encourage Yang Chen, but of course, there were also some pro-Western and anti-China elements who took the opportunity to criticize Yang Chen.

"Keep it up, Mr. Yang. The difficulties are only temporary. I believe that with your talent, you will definitely find a solution."

"If you ask me, we shouldn't be so rule-abiding. What good will it do if Boss Yang continues his militaristic retaliation?"

"Not so arrogant anymore, huh? Young people who are arrogant and domineering are destined to suffer a great loss. The United States and Europe have been powerful for so many years. How can you, a small private boss, bully them? I'm giving you a lesson so you won't be so ignorant of your own limitations."

"Where are those who were praising Boss Yang? What happened? Why aren't they praising him anymore? No businessman in history has ever been able to stand up to other countries. Do you really think he's some kind of god descended from heaven? The US and Europe were just playing along with him before, using him to make money. Otherwise, do you really think he could get along with those countries? Dream on!"

……

What netizens say is not important at all; what matters is that the public opinion campaign achieves the desired effect.

At the same time, TikTok also pushed related news to all users, letting as many foreigners as possible know that Yang Chen was bullied.

Most foreigners were gloating, with only a very few criticizing this illegal act of seizing other people's assets.

EU regular meeting.

The German representative angrily questioned the Italian representative, saying, "What's wrong with you? Why are you always the weak point? Didn't you learn your lesson last time? Do you want to experience it again?"

The French representative asked, equally puzzled, "What are you thinking? Is traitorousness etched into your genes? Aren't you ashamed? We are all ashamed."

The Italian representative immediately retorted, "It's not like we're the only ones doing this. The Windmill Country, the Republic of Italy, Spain—didn't they all do it? You haven't been humiliated by him, so of course you're talking without understanding the pain. We were humiliated by him on a global live broadcast; don't we want revenge? Besides, we're all involved in politics; don't you understand that every country has different factions? What's the point of your criticism? So many countries have already taken action; why don't you follow suit? As long as we control public opinion, it's nothing."

The German representative immediately replied, "We are not like you. We would never do such a thing. You are all countries with no future, sacrificing the greater good for petty gains. We disdain associating with you. If you could, you should apply to leave the EU. Just looking at you makes me feel annoyed."

EU President Donald Tusk quickly said, "German representative, don't talk nonsense. We are a whole; we can't do without any one of us. However, I'm also curious about what Italy and other countries are thinking. Do you really think Yang Chen is helpless against you? If China wants to help him, it can immediately upgrade his company to a military-industrial enterprise. The UN restrictions will be useless against him, and then he can retaliate against those who harm his interests. How will you deal with that?"

The Italian representative laughed and said, "If that's really the case, his products can't freely enter other countries, and we can legally confiscate his assets. Do you think they're that stupid?"

The German representative scoffed, "I think you're the fools. But is changing companies really that difficult?"

The Italian representative laughed heartily and said, "We're sanctioning his people; it doesn't matter which company he switches to. Since we dared to take action, we've naturally considered these issues. Do you think we're really stupid?"

The German representative shook his head helplessly, too lazy to waste any more breath arguing with the Italian representative.

EU President Donald Tusk stated, "I don't care what the individual member states think. My stance as EU President is: do not target Yang Chen at this time. If Yang Chen retaliates in the future, your actions will have nothing to do with the EU, and the EU will not protect you. Please be aware. Meeting adjourned."

Following the conclusion of this meeting, countries such as Bolan, Phuket, and Lithuania, along with others, announced investigations into Sihai Insurance and Sihai Hospital.

Yang Chen maintained the same attitude, telling them to cooperate with the investigation, but to deliberately delay the process, and not to do anything else.

A week later, Xingchen Military Industry was established, with Guo Hu as the legal representative. Guo Hu's brother, Guo Long, established Longhubao Brothers Security Company as the legal representative. This company holds 99% of the shares of Xingchen Military Industry, while the remaining 1% is held by Guo Hu's cousin, Guo Bao.

龙虎豹兄弟安保公司又被10家公司分别持有10%股权，这10家公司又被一家名为仰望星空的资产管理公司持股51%，剩下49%股权又由另一家名为浩瀚星辰的资产管理公司持有。

Looking up at the starry sky and the vast starry heavens, the company was held by 20 companies, and after several rounds of manipulation involving hundreds of companies, Yang Chen finally gained control of the Starry Sky Military Industry Group through Yang Family Asset Management Company, which he owned 100%.

This is how industry leaders operate: at first glance, the company founders' shareholding ratio doesn't seem high, but after several rounds of nested schemes, the founders' actual shareholding is ridiculously high.

Guo Hu and his brothers collectively jumped ship from Sihai Security to Longhu Brothers Security Company. The original Sihai Security Company was now in charge of the "gatekeeper" business.

The office building, R&D base, and production line of Xingchen Military Industry Group have all been completed and put into use.

Yang Chen posted a Weibo post.

"Since our communication with the person in charge of QQ Park was unsatisfactory, our company has entrusted Xingchen Military Industry Group to handle this matter. As long as our employees return safely, we will not concern ourselves with anything else."

Subsequently, the newly registered Weibo account of Xingchen Military Industry Group reposted Yang Chen's Weibo post and gave its comments.

"It is an honor to serve Mr. Yang. You are our first client, and we will do our best to rescue your employees."

Following this, relevant departments of the Dragon Kingdom held a press conference to officially announce that Xingchen Military Industry Group had obtained military qualifications, allowing it to produce military equipment and carry out necessary military or violent missions.

Before netizens could figure out what was going on, Xingchen Military Industry's Weibo and TikTok accounts teased a global live stream at 3 PM that they would be rescuing the employees of Sihai Electronics who had been kidnapped by QQ Park.

Chinese netizens flocked to Yang Chen's Weibo comment section to leave messages.

"Mr. Yang, is this Xingchen Military Industry Group yours? The name sounds like it belongs to you, but I checked the shareholders and it has nothing to do with you."

"I knew Mr. Yang wouldn't suffer such a huge loss. His silence for so many days must have been preparation. Sure enough, now all preparations are complete, and we can launch our retaliatory action."

"I checked Xingchen Military Industry's shareholding structure and searched dozens of companies but couldn't find any trace of connection with Mr. Yang. Could it be that this company doesn't belong to Mr. Yang?"

"Isn't it obvious? Guo Hu, the legal representative of Xingchen Military Industry, is definitely one of Boss Yang's men. Boss Yang just doesn't directly hold shares, but he is ultimately in control. The reason for making things so complicated is to avoid the restrictions imposed by the United Nations. Now Boss Yang can confidently and boldly launch his retaliatory actions."

……

Foreign netizens were once again abuzz with excitement upon seeing Xingchen Military Industry emerge out of nowhere.

A South Korean netizen commented: "Isn't this too obvious? He doesn't even want to change the company name, still using the 'Starry Sky' naming convention. The UN should get to work; if Starry Sky Military Industry dares to launch a military operation, the whole world should unite to sanction Yang Chen."

A netizen named "White-headed Eagle" commented: "He's been silent for so long, is he just preparing to go to this company? Is there any evidence to prove that this company belongs to him? If there's no evidence, there might be nothing we can do about him."

Japanese netizens commented: Some countries are doomed. Get ready to face Yang Chen's wrath.

A netizen from the Sand Kingdom commented: Haha... Italy, India, Spain, etc., are you ready? Boss Yang is about to start calling roll.

A German netizen commented: "Let's clarify one point first: Italy's actions have nothing to do with the EU. They deserved the retaliation from Yang Chen, and the EU will not interfere. Hopefully, this will cure Italy's traitorous ways."

At this moment, the Xingchen Military Industry Group's TikTok live stream room had gathered millions of netizens from all over the world, all waiting for 3 PM Beijing time.

(End of this chapter)