Chapter 367: One universe doesn't need two orders! Jade's vision is grand beyond measure!
While everyone was still marveling at Jade's transformation and powerful presence, she suddenly let out another meaningful smile, seemingly returning to her previous image of an elegant and easygoing lady.
But the words she spoke next were far sharper and more aggressive than before!
It was as if a poisoned dagger was pressed right against Old Oti's throat!
"Do not forget, Mr. Oti, that the IPC commands the largest promotional platform in the cosmos. Over half of the universe's news networks serve as our mouthpiece."
"The very second you leak the news of Penacony's public offering, trillions of users will simultaneously receive a push notification like this:"
"'The Family's protection over Penacony has failed. Any accidents occurring within the Dreamscape may result in permanent brain death.'"
"Guess, with the eyes of the entire galaxy fixed on Penacony, how many ways the IPC has to make the Alfalfa Coin utterly worthless within twenty-four system hours using just this single piece of news?"
All the employees at the IPC venue were completely stunned!
No one expected Jade to use such a method!
Ruthless!
Too ruthless!
Jade's words were like a boulder crashing into a calm lake, instantly setting off a wave of discussion among the players!
…
"This…"
"Is this kind of content actually allowed to be broadcasted?"
"Only Honkai: Star Rail would dare to do this. Any other game would have had this content censored by the company immediately."
"Real, this is too damn real!"
" 500, 000 Alfalfa Coins for a loaf of bread."
"Ah, the power of journalism."
"Before Star Rail came along, all public opinion was indeed manipulated by the IPC. Fortunately, we players have our own judgment now."
"But this actually seems to be true! Before, dying in the dream was impossible because of the protection of the Order's power. Now… it's hard to say."
…
Old Oti could not bring himself to smile anymore.
His expression turned incredibly solemn. "Do you truly believe you can pull this off?"
Jade smiled disdainfully.
"My whip is very long. Even from Pier Point, I can easily wrap it around your neck."
"But as long as you abandon that foolish listing plan, the IPC promises: we will never harm the interests of the Family heads, starting with you."
"We also need allies in Asdana. The IPC can help finance Penacony—starting by purchasing a 30% equity stake. With our capital flowing in, the stability and reconstruction of Penacony will be nothing more than an overnight project."
" 30%? Who can guarantee your appetite won't grow larger and larger?" Old Oti countered.
"Haha, isn't that the beauty of the whole thing? The answer is: no one. No one can guarantee it; it all relies on self-discipline and respect. At the very least, the Board of Directors will still show some face to you Family heads."
"Old Oti, you are a clever man. Going to such great lengths to play this game of chess with me is nothing more than showing off your business acumen to secure more benefits for the Family, isn't it?"
"Knowing when to stop is good for both of us. If you feel this isn't enough—the other purpose of listing Penacony is simply to further expand the influence of the Planet of Festivities and attract more guests to spend their fortunes here."
"I have also prepared a corresponding solution for this demand."
At the IPC venue, looking at how Old Oti's previous arrogance had vanished, and how he had been completely suppressed by Jade's momentum in just a few short minutes, forced to follow her train of thought, praises erupted continuously!
"That's Lady Jade for you!"
"Offer terms they can't refuse, and then take them down in one fell swoop."
"Lady Jade has already seen through Old Oti's desires with her Jade stone!"
"The three steps of negotiation: listen first, then test, and finally reveal the blade. I've learned something today!"
"The best Old Oti could do was sell Penacony for a good price."
"Aha, this is how our IPC does things!"
"Creating the opportunity for the IPC to enter Penacony—Director Aventurine already carved out a crack, and now, Lady Jade has torn it completely wide open!"
On the big screen, after a moment of contemplation, Old Oti replied:
"Very well. I have seen the IPC's sincerity. As the head of the Alfalfa Family, Old Oti seems to have no reason to refuse—"
"But as a chosen person of Her [ Xipe the Harmony ], I still require one final answer."
"When I was a child, I heard the elders recite stories from the ancient Amber Eras: Xipe the Harmony ascended, and Ena the Order fell."
"In those ancient times, Order and Preservation were so close. As followers of the Amber Lord, why does the IPC not stand on the side of Order, but instead seeks to cooperate with the Family?"
As soon as these words were spoken, countless players watching this plot were instantly captivated!
This question clearly went beyond the scope of a mere negotiation.
It was more like Old Oti testing the IPC's inclination regarding Path philosophies.
It could be described as highly sensitive!
Yet Jade did not hide or dodge.
She answered directly: "The answer is perhaps simpler than you think: Credit, the thing people love most, the only recognized currency of constant value in the cosmos, which the IPC has the power to ensure never depreciates."
"For every world that joins the Credit system, the cause of Interastral Peace gains another brick and stone, until all foreign exchange, capital, and trade are unified under a single currency system."
"By then, the development of all planets will be accounted for, with clear ledgers; all concepts can be defined, valued, exchanged, and circulated. And its center is Qlipoth's Credit."
At the IPC venue, these words made the employees working there boil with excitement!
Without a doubt, to them, this was the most brilliant statement!
It was destined to be placed among the IPC's iconic quotes in the future, likely to be seen on the walls of major venues and branch offices!
Old Oti summarized, "And then, the IPC will be able to manipulate everything."
"We merely wish to establish eternal Preservation. So, you must also understand—"
Jade smiled slightly.
"One universe does not need two kinds of Order."
The moment these words were spoken, the venue fell dead silent, forming a stark contrast to the lively excitement of just a moment ago!
Many employees were utterly dumbfounded!
They originally thought this was just a high-stakes negotiation…
Who would have thought that after successfully taking down Penacony, such a massive revelation would follow!
While they were still thinking about profits and feasibility, Jade had directly expanded the scale of the conversation, elevating it to the level of the universe and Paths!
No matter if they were team leaders, veteran employees, or department managers… at this moment, their throats were dry, and they were too astonished to speak.
In the live broadcast room, after a few seconds of silence, the bullet comments poured out like a geyser!
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"Eternal Preservation? Jade's vision is way too grand!"
"My goodness, is this the Ten Stonehearts? Do they all look at problems from this level?"
"This isn't just being on the next level, this is on a cosmic level!"
"'One universe does not need two kinds of Order.'"
"When Jade said this so softly, it felt absolutely deafening…"
"Ena: ?"
"Is this the IPC's ambition?"
"The Amber Lord: 'I have no objections.'"