America: My Time

Chapter 843 The Pressure of Integration

Chapter 833 The Pressure of Integration
Although both are known as the most beautiful women in Taiwan, Zhang Yuyan and Xiao Qiang are completely different people. Xiao Qiang is slender and graceful, exuding femininity and possessing a supple and alluring figure, while Zhang Yuyan is gentle and dignified. Even though many people in Taiwan have asked them to act as intermediaries, neither Sunny nor Zhang Yuyan has agreed or taken any action. They don't believe that such an important matter is something they should get involved in. However, Xiao Qiang thinks differently and chooses to take the initiative.

However, Xiao Qiang handled the matter very well, avoiding any dissatisfaction from John. She simply expressed her concern without doing anything foolish. Perhaps this was her first time participating in such an important matter, and even just asking a few questions made her a little worried and somewhat awkward.

"Don't feel burdened. You'll encounter more things like this in the future, and you'll get used to it!"

An ordinary person would not notice, but John, a seasoned playboy, still sensed Xiao Qiang's change and could see the unease in her heart. He wrapped his arms around Xiao Qiang's slender waist, and her black lace nightgown fully revealed her sexy and charming body, adding infinite charm.

"Then you can't blame me, and you certainly can't kick me out of the house!" Xiao Qiang's eyes were full of affection, her smile truly captivating, revealing her charm completely. Such a bewitching beauty was irresistible even to John, who had lived two lives.

"Don't worry, although I'm a womanizer, I'm not heartless. I've said it before, as long as you don't violate any principles, don't have so many worries or anxieties. If you're really worried, then just give me a child sooner rather than later!" John unabashedly admired Xiao Qiang's beauty and spoke his mind.

In fact, John knew that the beautiful women around him all had worries. Even though he had made many promises to them, they were all worried because he couldn't give them the status they wanted. They were even worried about their future lives. It wasn't just the Japanese beauties who were under pressure; Xiao Qiang, Zhang Yuyan, Wang Zuxian, and others were also like this.

This time, they gathered in Taiwan because of safety concerns. John could feel the pressure they were under. Although John tried to persuade and comfort them more than once, the effect was not ideal. Perhaps only children could put their minds at ease. This was evident in Naoko. After having children, she no longer had those thoughts.

Upon hearing John's words, Xiao Qiang gently stroked John's cheek with her finger, gave him a charmingly naive look, and then strode away with her beautiful legs and jade-like feet. John smiled knowingly at this and then strode after her!
After a few breaths, John felt relieved. As he pondered when the situation in Taiwan would end, a soft and delicate body snuggled into his arms. John instinctively hugged her tightly. He saw that Xiao Qiang's face was rosy and radiant, and her face was full of genuine smiles.

Xiao Qiang also noticed John's intention to leave. In fact, she wasn't the only one who noticed; the other women did as well. However, they all tacitly refrained from asking. But at this moment, she couldn't hold back any longer and asked, "Darling, when are you leaving Taiwan?"

"Let's go back to the US in a few days. Once you've settled things, I'll return. There are many things to handle there, and your situation here can't be delayed any longer! If you're interested in getting involved in management, I can give you a chance!" John also needed to make arrangements for the women around him; at least, there couldn't be any major problems. After all, the overall environment had changed, and things weren't likely to improve in the next ten years. Under these circumstances, it was necessary to give them the heads-up, lest something unexpected happen, which wouldn't be a good thing.

"Me? I don't have that ability!" Just as John expected, Xiao Qiang refused without much thought. This was her choice: to work instead of enjoying a good life, which was incompatible with her life philosophy.

"Then let's choose a company to register under your name, like a TV station. I'll have someone arrange it for you!" John stayed in Taiwan not only to arrange these beauties, but also to wait for the test results of the location tracking and the integration report of the shipping companies. This integration will be a comprehensive one, with Australian shipping as the main focus, and all shipping companies and ports will be integrated to achieve the final integration. At the same time, it is also a feasibility report for the acquisition of the US President's Steamship Company and the feasibility report for the European acquisition.

Of course, this is only part of the story. There is also the feasibility of integrating and acquiring land transport groups in various regions, and the final report on the consolidation of the three sectors of sea, land and air. John dares not wait to return to the United States to deal with such a huge plan, because the impact is too great, and even the slightest disturbance will cause a huge upheaval.

Don't be fooled by the information Pan Am has revealed before; that was just a probe. The real plan is far more extensive than what has been disclosed. There are no problems with South Korea, and there are no problems with China either. Taiwan will need some time. After all, gaining control of ports without being exposed, even with various excuses, takes time. Not to mention that Australian shipping has already secretly gained control of many Southeast Asian ports over the years, for the simple reason of needing to trade with Russia.

Of course, there are also ports in the Middle East. Although it is a sensitive time, John has not given up on this investment. The Middle Eastern tycoons have no problem with it either, after all, John has many transactions with them and naturally has considerable needs in terms of port arrangements. Especially in this sensitive period, such cooperation is proceeding more smoothly.

Over the years, Australian shipping companies have been using their business with Russia to establish ports in Southeast Asia, Quantum Mining has also been expanding its ore transportation network, and Western Energy is no exception. Now, these resources need to be separated to form a powerful port management network and integrate shipping companies. The shipping needs of Western Energy and Quantum Mining will not be affected, but shipping for camouflage containers will have to be separated.

Once the integration begins, it will shock the entire United States and many shipping companies. After all, before the integration, those shipping companies were operating independently, with their own ports and routes. But after the integration, it will be globalized, and it will be a complete global layout. This is the result of John's strategic planning.

Originally, all of this was supposed to wait until they returned to the United States, to launch Pan Am's Star Alliance, and to attract everyone's attention before starting. But now things are different. The sudden changes in Taiwan have disrupted John's plans. Taiwan was not originally in John's plans, at least not in the short term, since Taiwan's economy had not yet fallen to its limit. Even Japan was not in the plans; they were all supposed to wait until next year. But now that an unexpected event has occurred in Taiwan, the plans have to be brought forward.

"So the feasibility of integration isn't a problem, and it won't affect the current development or the deal with the Russians?" After reading the report, John frowned slightly. The integration of shipping wasn't a problem, and the integration of ports wasn't a big issue either. However, to maximize resource utilization, the arrangements for shipping companies needed further adjustments, which would take some time. As for the feasibility of the acquisition in the United States, there were some issues. Their own strength would still present considerable resistance, and Morgan would still need to step in. As for the other integration issues, they weren't too significant.

However, once shipping, air, and land transportation are integrated, more adjustments will be needed. The software developed in the US still requires some tweaking. Most importantly, comprehensive integration is no easy task and requires considerable effort. The think tank also has concerns, given the sheer size of the integrated system. Although the headquarters are in the US, the US doesn't control a large number of ports, which is the biggest problem.

"There won't be any impact, but the think tank believes it needs to be done step by step. We should start with Pan Am Airlines to form Star Alliance and gain an advantage in aviation. Once Star Alliance, centered around Pan Am Airlines, is established, we can then start integrating the land transport companies in the United States, bringing together those smaller companies to improve our transportation network. Finally, we can move on to sea transport, which is mainly about ports. With so many ports, maximizing resource utilization will require more time for planning."

"Time. I need a precise timeframe. How long will this integration ultimately take? We don't have that much time to wait, and our competitors won't give us that much time either. Pan Am's every move will inevitably attract more attention. At that time, ports and shipping companies will all have to be mobilized, otherwise, unexpected events could easily occur. Especially in Taiwan, there's still a lot of preparation to be made, not to mention Japan. Tell the think tank that there must be a definite timeline for both sea and land transportation. We need to take the competitors' reactions into account, especially the acquisition of the Presidential Line. This cannot go wrong. Once those old guys find out, there will be more problems. Don't be fooled by their clamor for me to increase investment in the US mainland. If we really do that, we will immediately face their attacks. We can't trust a word those guys say, not to mention the White House. I need a precise timetable!" As soon as John finished speaking, his personal secretary had to act immediately to convey John's requirements!

(End of this chapter)