Two Realms Shuttle Gate: Don't Call Me a Demon!

CIA Headquarters.

Judith's face turned ashen as she watched the news, the attack on Averson Manor this morning had already spread across the Beautiful Country.

The entire estate was slaughtered, with over seventy casualties. The head of the Avelson family, Jose Avelson, was also found dead in a secret room.

Others might not know who did it, thinking it was some extremely vicious bandits.

But Judith knew very well that the attackers must have been directed by Su Jie.

Because only the Jieke Group possessed those inhuman steel soldiers.

Given the feud between Jieke Group and Asder Pharmaceutical, it was not surprising that Su Jie did this; however, the fact that the other party dared to implement these actions was indeed unexpected.

"They're getting more and more arrogant."

Judith clenched her fists tight. Although Jose had died, the Avelson family would find someone else to take over the family.

However, Jieke Group's actions were not just a warning to Asder Pharmaceutical but also a slap in the face for the Beautiful Country.

"Boss!"

The office door was knocked on, and a man walked in who had just returned from Chan Country to report back to the CIA, Moritz, a high-ranked special agent.

"How goes the investigation?"

"There were five Super Soldiers. They initiated the attack at 8:45 this morning, carrying anti-aircraft machine guns, Gatlings, heavy sniper rifles, and rocket launchers. After killing Mr. Jose, they escaped through an underground tunnel and destroyed the tunnel midway, leaving no trace for the pursuers. We suspect they crossed over from Mexico, and we will intensify clandestine investigations there and enhance surveillance in Tijuana to see if we can find any leads."

Moritz answered every question in a systematic way, laying out the facts as they stood.

"The headquarters have decided to set up a special task force specifically targeting Jieke Group. Congress has allocated funding. You will be in charge."

Judith nodded, assigning Moritz the new task.

"What level task force is it?"

Moritz inquired, knowing it determined how much funding he would get and how much force he could mobilize.

"A-level. Start preparing from today. I need you to keep a close watch on Jieke Group."

Judith's words made Moritz's eyelids twitch. S-level corresponded to major countries, and A-level already signified extreme importance. Even Al-Qaeda was only A-level during its time.

"I will give it my all."

Moritz took the appointment letter with not much joy of promotion on his face, but solemnity.

Because he knew that dealing with an extremely dangerous criminal organization like Jieke Group, led by a reckless madman, a slight misstep could mean losing his head.

"As for this attack case…"

"Have all the captives been returned?"

"This morning, Jieke Group sent back the last batch of people." Continue reading on My Virtual Library Empire

Upon hearing this, Judith felt extremely frustrated.

The other party knew that the attack would upset the Beautiful Country, so they deliberately released the captives to make amends, delivering a slap and then a sweet date, preventing the Beautiful Country from breaking off relations now.

"Congress is preparing to implement trade sanctions against Jieke Group. As for other measures, the domestic elections are at a critical point. It's not appropriate to stir up more troubles, so those will have to wait until later."

Shaking her head, Judith was angry, but now was not a good time to take action against Jieke Group.

The recent devastating defeat was still fresh in memory; causing another debacle would reduce the support for the one in the White House, and she would be the first person on the chopping block.

"Then I'll go and start preparing."

Moritz did not like discussing these high-level political maneuvers and immediately turned around to leave.

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"Mr. Su, Miao Lun and his four companions have already been arranged on board. They will take a fishing boat to Lizhi Country and then fly back,"

In Mand City, Chan Country, Su Jie received a call from Carter.

"You did well this time, Carter."

"Serving Mr. Su is what I should do."

Carter on the other end of the phone humbly denied any praise, having come to understand the true strength of his boss.

He was the hidden mastermind behind the Jieke Group, who dared to directly confront the Beautiful Country; he couldn't afford any ulterior motives.

Su Jie talked with Carter for a few more sentences and instructed him to continue smuggling the promising Tianyuan Hair Growth Liquid before hanging up the phone.

"Why do you seem unhappy? Is it because of the sanction statement the Beautiful Country just released?"

Liu Yingying asked, embracing Su Jie's arm, just shortly after the Beautiful Country had issued a statement.

"Recently, our nation discovered that an extremist organization is holed up in the East Qin State of Chan Country. To prevent this organization from growing and to maintain world peace and security, our country and its allies declare the implementation of sanctions against this region and will propose to the United Nations to prohibit any forces from sending military equipment, steel, food, and energy to this area."

This statement was clearly a retaliation by the Beautiful Country against the Jieke Group for attacking the Averson Family.

"There's nothing to be happy about. Killing Jose did not shake the foundation of Asder Pharmaceutical. They will simply choose someone else from the family to take charge. It was just a matter of letting off steam for us."

Su Jie stroked Liu Yingying's black hair and said softly, "Moreover, after this incident, those capitalists will definitely be more vigilant against us. Now they're imposing sanctions and embargoes. We will face even more difficulties in the future.

So it's not time to be complacent. Our strength is still very weak. Jieke Group needs to continue cultivating its internal strength.

We must take advantage of the current situation where the Beautiful Country is too busy to pay attention, urgently develop ourselves, continue purchasing military weapons from the outside, expand our insect breeding, and assimilate the newly acquired territories into our stronghold."

Beyond that, increase grain purchases through international channels and encourage local farmers to initiate agriculture.

This includes coal, steel, mechanical equipment, and all other living and energy resources, which we need to import and stockpile. Not everyone will heed the Beautiful Country's sanctions. If we offer a higher price, there will always be countries willing to make money.

Also, be cautious of the surroundings. The Beautiful Country might not get involved directly in the future, but they will definitely support other warlords and government armies against us or exploit any shortage of supplies to stir up public sentiment on our turf and incite a colored revolution," said Su Jie to Liu Yingying.

Now, things were different from before. Jieke Group was managing nearly three million people, worrying about their life's every aspect, especially under external threats, necessitating extensive preparation and precautions.

Fortunately, Chan Country has a good tropical ecological environment and a rich grain output, ranking as the fifth largest rice exporter worldwide. With rice yielding two to three harvests a year, even harsh trade blockades could ensure basic food supply concerns are unfounded.

"Are you leaving again?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Yingying knew that Su Jie was about to leave, her eyes filled with reluctance.

"I'll be away for a while, but I will return often."

Su Jie said with a smile as he flicked Liu Yingying's forehead. The situation had changed in Ghost Ridge Palace, Tianyuan World, and Su Jie couldn't stay long in Blue Star.

Thinking this, Su Jie took out a white necklace from his bosom, placing it around Liu Yingying's neck.

"I'm giving you this necklace, and you must never take it off."

The necklace was a Low Grade Advanced Magical Artifact with self-protection capabilities; even without spiritual power, it could safeguard her safety.

Just in case, although it was unlikely that the Beautiful Country would target Liu Yingying—given that, to outsiders, Su Jie was the real core of Jieke Group and others didn't matter much, rash actions could provoke Su Jie. However, it's better safe than sorry.

With this necklace and the two protective magical device bracelets Su Jie had given Liu Yingying before, even a rocket launcher explosion couldn't harm her life.

"I really like it."

Liu Yingying leaned in and offered a passionate kiss.

She didn't understand the true purpose of the necklace, but she could feel Su Jie's affection.

What followed was naturally another night of passion, an endless loving embrace under the spring chamber's silken drapes.