Darkstone Code

Chapter 1456: Chapter 1454: Experienced and Knowledgeable

In some respects, acquiring the remnants left by the Duncan Clan at a low price is indeed profitable.

According to the methods of Bupen’s wolves, dismantling the company will certainly result in a huge profit, and that’s a hundred percent guaranteed!

Since Bupen’s wolves discovered that the profits from dismembering a company clearly surpass the gains from running it, more people have increasingly eyed this operation approach.

This time, with such a vast mess left by the Duncan Clan, these people definitely won’t let it pass!

However, countless previous examples have shown factually that when everyone believes these things will surely yield profits, they actually might not benefit anyone!

With Mr. Jeruno and other core members secretly fleeing, the Federal Ministry of Justice has finally started holding trials for a series of crimes committed by the Duncan Clan.

A large number of related individuals are being arrested, cases filed, investigations conducted, and the whole society is closely watching these developments.

And the extent to which this case is implicated truly exceeds people’s imagination!

As a principal of a public middle school is implicated, society can no longer express anger, only endless sorrow.

The investigation revealed that both current and former students from this middle school, under the principal’s arrangement, participated in parties meant for adults.

Every time, he would give the students attending the party around four hundred to five hundred dollars, and the parties uncovered amounted to nearly a hundred, spanning over seven years.

During this period, some concerned parents had noticed issues, but were eventually suppressed at the government level by members of the Duncan Clan.

Some local celebrities, public figures, and government officials were later implicated...

In reality, once a big case like this erupts, it doesn’t necessarily need to be investigated so meticulously.

The broader implication of major cases is vast, just like the current situation; once people fear the potential of being implicated, it could very likely trigger a chain of unpredictable turmoil!

Yet, the Progressive Party and Conservative Party show no signs of stopping; they’re even proactively investigating party members, which displays a fresh vitality of the Federation Government and parties in the public’s perspective!

Agencies conduct street surveys, and among the respondents, sixty-five percent believe the Progressive Party and Conservative Party are reliable in crucial moments, expressing approval and reassurance regarding their actions.

At least, facing these issues, the two parties are not concealing information or covering up cases but rapidly and orderly handling them.

This rekindles hope for many who had lost faith in the government!

The Federation Government is efficient and clean!

"Things will calm down soon!" Mr. Truman casually discusses the current seemingly worsening trend in investigations, "We still have two final steps."

"First, the victims should be compensated."

"Second, the perpetrators should face trial!"

Mr. Truman glances at Lynch again; his mention of "perpetrators" refers not to Mr. Jeruno’s Duncan Clan core members who have fled but to the peripheral members.

They also bear the Duncan name, but they carry less weight, ideal to serve as scapegoats!

At this stage, people have been terrified, angry, and silent; they no longer care about what punishment the most core individuals in these cases will face.

They just want to see the essence of "punishment"; witnessing these people on trial is enough!

Amid widespread anger and hatred, the most simple desire emerges, hoping for justice and fairness in this nation and the world!

Lynch nods, then asks, "Are there any measures concerning the assets awaiting auction?"

Mr. Truman momentarily doesn’t respond; he looks at Lynch for a moment and then picks up a cigarette, "What do you mean?"

"I heard the auction prices for these assets will be set very low?"

Mr. Truman lights the cigarette, takes a puff, and slowly exhales, simultaneously nodding, "Yes, our idea is to set prices low so someone will take over."

"This way, these enterprises can continue operating, and the cash from auctions will be used to compensate victims."

These plans were originally laid out and will not waver; the President hopes this approach can appease the people, allowing him to leave the President’s Mansion with dignity, instead of being driven out.

The victims and their families do indeed desperately need this money!

Despite being auctioned at low prices, it doesn’t mean they’ll sell for very low prices; on the contrary, the numbers remain staggering.

The Federation Government and Congress have even held several meetings on how to utilize the leftover funds after compensating victims and their families.

This is not a joke.

Based on the Federation’s current various compensation standards for personal injuries, there will absolutely be surplus funds, and a significant amount leftover.

The President’s idea is to establish a specialized department to manage this money and use it for charitable purposes, like offering humanitarian assistance for cases unable to pay compensation.

Many cases are indeed hard to accept.

For instance, a robbery in some place two years ago: a standard robbery, but during the process, the victim resisted and the perpetrator used a dagger to repeatedly stab and cut the victim.

Eventually, the suspect was caught and convicted; he had no real estate, no family, orphanage background.

Yet, the victim faces hefty medical expenses, which logically should be paid by the perpetrator.

But now this robber has no possessions to execute, and is imprisoned, making these costs troublesome.

The medical group has never been a charitable organization; hospitals pursue higher profits. After negotiation, local government and charities pooled some money, and the rest was covered by the victim.

This sounds absurd; due to high expenses, the victim’s house was forcibly auctioned to fill the gap.

Incidentally, although the victim has social insurance, the medical insurance portion of Federal Social Security doesn’t fully reimburse, with a cap on the amount.

This is why candidates can surely garner support if they propose healthcare insurance reforms!

People desperately hope to spend less for more.

Ultimately, this unlucky person... because of being robbed, ended up losing his house, becoming a homeless person in the park.

Though charities have repeatedly aided him, it cannot alter the harsh realities.

The President suggests using the surplus money for similar cases, when defendants lack executable assets to pay the victim’s substantial medical and compensatory fees.

This could potentially be the starting point for the Federation’s second healthcare reform (the first was including medical insurance in Federal Social Security).

However, this idea faced strong opposition from Congress; Members of Parliament believe it’s inappropriate for the Federation Government to hold such a large sum.

The money should be preserved by Congress, with a board formed specifically to manage the income and expenditures.

Until now, the President and Congress are still disputing over this matter, neither able to persuade the other.

Lynch nods while listening, then asks, "Have you considered that those acquiring these assets might not directly put them into operation?"

Mr. Truman’s brow instantly furrows; ever since announcing his participation in this election, he’s adopted a higher level of contemplation to examine issues.

After seriously considering Lynch’s words, he asks, "What do you mean?"

Lynch briefly explains Bupen’s wolves’ methods, tightening Mr. Truman’s brow.

"You mean many enterprises might declare bankruptcy?"

Lynch gently shakes his head, "Not directly declaring bankruptcy, rather they break these enterprises into good and bad assets, selling the good ones and declaring bankruptcy for the bad ones."

"By then, a large number of workers will lose their jobs, leaving one mess after another, this is dangerous, Truman!"

The weight in Lynch’s voice is noticeable, prompting Mr. Truman to further confirm, "Will such things really happen?"

Of course, they will, Lynch reiterates, escalating Mr. Truman’s awareness of the situation’s seriousness.

Originally, auctioning these assets at low prices was intended for immediate takeover and operation; if excessively low prices cause people to focus solely on short-term gains, this approach backfires!

In reality, Lynch isn’t intimidating anyone; when capitalists acquire something worth ten thousand dollars for five thousand, they won’t think of spending more to maintain it, but how to sell it for eight thousand!

No costs, just pure profit, why not do so?

Capital never seeks solace in conscience or morality; they only desire wealth!

Lynch’s possibility garners Mr. Truman’s careful consideration; after pondering, he smiles suddenly, realizing he has an expert nearby, why consult the Financial Supervisory Commission?

"You mentioning this, you must have a solution?" He offers Lynch a cigarette while lighting one himself.

Recently, he smokes frequently, numerous tasks taxing his mind necessitate finding something to alleviate emotions.

Lynch smiles slightly, "We just need to enforce some restrictions, like requirements for operation and dealings with workers."

"Meanwhile, offer some policy support!"

"Additionally, we can propose these enterprises internally resolve the issue!"

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