Chapter 89

"Is this the plane I ordered, Forbes?" Although I've been on a 747 before, there's something surreal about it when it's yours.

"Yes, Master, this should be the largest civilian airliner," replied Fu Bo, genuinely impressed by the sheer size and presence of the aircraft.

Even though it's Christmas holiday, Boeing made a special exception to deliver the plane due to our unique needs.

It's worth noting that despite the abundance of wealth in the United States, not many individuals opt for a 747 as a private jet. To many, this plane is simply too large and not particularly fast. It's seen as an unnecessary extravagance.

The perception began to change with Air Force One. Carter currently uses only a 707, which is significantly less impressive. Many people attribute this shift to a fictionalized portrayal of Air Force One in a movie. In reality, the movie's depiction of escape cabins and parachutes doesn't hold up.

In fact, if such features were real, the president couldn't afford it. More than half of those who attempted parachute jumps from such an aircraft would likely perish. Jet speeds and airflow make it a different ballgame compared to propeller planes.

Civilian parachuting is a far cry from the movies. Even SEALs face immense challenges. The screenwriter's imagination was indeed boundless.

Today, such a movie wouldn't be made. The context has changed, and such a portrayal would raise suspicions of espionage.

The war in Afghanistan has been ongoing for days, with the United States providing moral support. Surprisingly, even after all this time, there's no clear end in sight, making the situation worse than expected.

Mocking the American forces is unwise. They're not much better, especially without resorting to advanced weaponry. In this era, people tend to measure military potential by economic strength, but this approach is flawed.

Advanced weaponry doesn't guarantee victory if there are no strategic targets. Afghanistan serves as a stark example. The lack of valuable objectives makes advanced weaponry irrelevant.

Despite their advanced arsenal, the United States doesn't have a straightforward path to victory. In Afghanistan, Mao Zi didn't anticipate such resilience.

Entering the plane, an opulent ambiance overwhelmed me. These tycoons' extravagance astounds me; it's almost as if they have a penchant for gold.

I wouldn't be surprised if they considered turning the entire aircraft into gold. Gold-plated Mercedes-Benz vehicles are already a reality.

While such opulence isn't uncommon among Middle Eastern tycoons, owning such a private jet remains a rare feat. It's a level of wealth most can only dream of, and flaunting it doesn't seem out of place.

Critics might question why they don't donate more, but such judgments are baseless. Few individuals have the right to demand charitable donations from others.

Critics often donate little to nothing themselves and criticize others for alleged misappropriation. Even if there are such cases, they are outliers.

In any society, attitudes toward charity remain cautious. One scandal can tarnish a reputation for centuries.

Once the initial excitement wears off, these aircraft are merely modes of transportation, albeit very expensive ones.

Upon seeing my own vast fortune, I feel a sense of awe. I've achieved numerous miracles in the past year, protecting my wealth and even giving the Hunt family a lesson.

Now, the Hunt family is struggling, forced to increase margins and potentially facing trading restrictions.

My revenue in London has approached $200 million, a feat that would have been far more challenging in the United States. People are watching and wondering how the Hunt family's story will end.

Despite their initial setbacks, the Hunt family remains determined, determined to continue their speculative endeavors based on information from Maozi.

As they plan to start trading within a month, they believe that gold will surge once a war begins. Even silver, considered a quasi-currency, is expected to rise.

In my view, their actions are driven by delusion. To be a successful liar, one must first convince themselves. The Hunt family has fallen prey to their own deceptions.

Silver has already risen substantially from its original price, and their cost of maintaining positions during this bull run must be astronomical.

The situation with silver is quite puzzling. Retail investors might not understand, but larger organizations surely do. It's a monkey show, and everyone is watching.

In response to my unconventional tactics, the older generation merely shakes their heads in amusement. Old Hunter's foolishness deserves the consequences he's facing."