Chapter 28

William White continues to shoot his movie, immersed in the process as silver futures become increasingly volatile. The fluctuation in precious metals prices reflects the backdrop of the times, with inflation driving up prices.

The United States, burdened with debts from two lost wars, must now settle its international obligations. Its European partners are growing weary. People, especially the wealthy, are turning to hedging their assets. Gold prices have surged past $400, far from the benchmark price of $35.

The panic among the wealthy is palpable. There's a rush to purchase gold, a trend that hasn't surfaced within the United States for quite some time. The fear of severe inflation has given way to deflation, and addressing this situation proves challenging. Raising interest rates is a means to combat inflation, but confronting deflation requires restraining liquidity, which can have unintended consequences.

Hunter's activities in the futures market have garnered widespread attention from investors, many of whom have suffered substantial losses. Those who see a profitable opportunity are eager to participate.

As he observes the silver market's frenzied activity, William White is unfazed. He is aware of the potential for profit, and the substantial money-making opportunity presented by the Hunt family's actions.

While William White focuses on his filmmaking venture, the Hunt family engages in negotiations with major consortia. Any successful family has its unique strengths and doesn't engage in foolhardy battles. Competition in society is fierce, and survival requires specific skills.

The silver futures market has become a frenzy, with prices exceeding $6 per ounce, reminiscent of the soybean contract speculation of a few years ago. William White remains focused on filmmaking, seeking to distract himself from the allure of the lucrative financial markets.

William White's rebirth has induced a certain level of neurosis and a dual personality within him. He oscillates between portraying a successful individual and dealing with the inner conflict caused by his past and present experiences.

Having encountered a space storm, he has absorbed numerous memories from various individuals, which he now views as mere movie fragments, allowing him to distance himself from the negative emotions associated with these memories.

As he continues to make progress on his film, these negative emotions begin to dissipate, and he finds that he is able to release them through the creative process.

William White's unique perspective allows him to view his past experiences and the world from a detached standpoint, which he believes will eventually lead to a more transcendent existence.