Seoul, Korea.
Cheong Wa Dae is a consortium restructuring meeting held by the Presidential Office every month to coordinate the reorganization and exchange of business between various chaebols. In addition to Kim Dae-jung personally presiding over the event and representatives from the Blue House and various chaebols, there was also a team of representatives from the IMF to observe.
In today's meeting, Lin Guili is the most special one.
This Korean personal assistant promoted by Chen Qing is now almost equivalent to the representative of the Westeros system in South Korea. As the Westeros system increasingly controls South Korea's economy, Lin Guili's status may seem low, but she has great power.
Just like today's meeting, not only representatives of various chaebols, but also the president came over to say hello before the meeting.
Not only that, at the end of the morning-long meeting, Lin Guili was stopped again and had a meal with the President and several other remaining participants.
As his position gradually becomes more stable, Kim Dae-jung's political leanings have become more and more obvious. In recent months, he has been criticized in the media for being too cooperative with the requirements of the West, especially the United States and the IMF team, to reform the Korean economy.
It's hard to say how much Kim Dae-jung attaches importance to this.
The main reason is that the South Korean president only has one term. Once he becomes president, since he has no expectations for the next term, of course he has no scruples and can just do his best to express his political ambitions. Kim Dae-jung's political ambition, in addition to his political ideals over the years, is of course to give back to those who pushed him to his current position, at least not to violate it.
Anyway, Kim Dae-jung's current image in the Western media is quite positive, and there are even rumors that he will be nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.
If he can get it, Jin Dazhong knows very well that this will become the most powerful amulet for him.
Unfortunately, Kim Dae-jung also knew that it was unlikely.
To be honest, the previous president Kim Young-sam, who completely interrupted the rule of South Korea's military government, was more qualified. Unfortunately, Kim Young-sam was not too swayed to the West, and he was backlashed by the strong prosecutor system he had fostered during his tenure. When he stepped down, It can be said to be infamous.
In any case, there is nothing wrong with being close to the west.
In a banquet hall at the Blue House.
This is a buffet lunch.
Carrying a dinner plate, he chatted about the recent Asian economic situation with Peter Bernast, the IMF's representative in South Korea. Kim Dae-jung took the initiative to come to Lin Gyu-ri, who was discussing things with the head of LG Furniture Company, Goo Bon-moo, and took advantage of the situation to chat. After a few words, when Gu Benmao left knowingly, Jin Daezhong changed the subject with a pleasant look on his face: "Assistant Lin, is your father still satisfied with the job in the Finance Department?"
Lim Gyu Ri's father, Lim Gyu Heon, was the head of Halla Group's shipbuilding business. He lost his job after Halla Group went bankrupt last year. Some time ago, he finally got another job of his own, joining the Ministry of Finance and Economics of South Korea as the deputy director of the department, which can be regarded as a step into the sky. , which also caused some criticism.
Fortunately, Lin Kuixian's qualifications as a corporate executive are sufficient. Coupled with the support of the Presidential Office and the smooth operation of the Westeros system, it did not cause more follow-up.
Lin Guili herself did not agree with this matter very much. Her father was suddenly reused, which seemed to be a good thing. In fact, it consumed the few resources she had accumulated in the Westeros system. Although Chen Qing chose In order to support him, he also assisted in some media operations, but he was not happy.
However, now that the deal is done, the Blue House wants to win over her, and her father is also very enthusiastic. Lin Guili can only go with the trend. At this time, she smiled: "Thank you, Mr. President. My father also said that he hopes to have a banquet with Mr. President if he has the opportunity." , I’m just afraid of being abrupt.”
Jin Dazhong still smiled gently: "Of course it's not rude. I'll ask the assistant to schedule it after the meal. If there's no problem on your side, oh, Assistant Lin must also be present."
Lin Guili nodded: "I'll try my best."
Jin Dazhong hummed, then turned to another matter: "Also, Assistant Lin, this time there is another 130 tons of gold. Are you sure Mr. Westeros wants all of it?"
"Yes," Lin Guili nodded: "However, the price of gold has dropped again recently, and the boss can only offer an offer of US$270 per ounce this time."
"270 US dollars, Assistant Lin, is this much lower than the market price?"
"The boss purchased it in a private name without any commissions and handling fees. In the end, we still took advantage."
Jin Dazhong pondered for a moment and nodded: "In this case, I just hope that the transaction can be carried out as soon as possible. The country is really short of money now."
"The boss's side is available at any time, and cash payment will be guaranteed," Lin Guili expressed her stance. She brought the red wine in her hand to her mouth and took a sip. She paused for a moment and then said, "Mr. President, there is a small matter that Ms. Chen asked me to do." Relayed."
"Please say?"
"About a week ago, Mr. President should know that at the manor in the southeastern suburbs of Seoul, we found an interception team near the manor. After investigation, fortunately, it was not targeting Mr. Westeros," Lin Guili said here, and then After pausing for a moment, he looked at Jin Dazhong. He didn't see any flaws in the other person's expression, so he continued: "Miss Chen said, it's not this time, and I hope it won't be the same in the future. It's best never to avoid any misunderstandings. Because Weiss Mr. Tello is very taboo about this kind of thing.”
Jin Dazhong smiled and nodded: "Miss Chen must have misunderstood something. I promise that this kind of thing will not happen."
Seeing what Jin DaZhong said, Lin Guili said no more.
As for the other party's guarantee, Lin Guili didn't quite believe it. Such a veteran politician who had climbed up the ladder after decades of ups and downs was definitely not as amiable as he appeared. However, really, as long as the problem is not with herself, Lin Guili doesn't need to worry too much. All she can do is try to prevent problems from happening to her.
Speaking of which, Jin Dazhong seemed to have no flaws on the surface, but he was really shocked on the inside.
During the military government era, Kim Dae-jung, who was an opposition member, had experienced surveillance and eavesdropping countless times, so he also understood the benefits of this method. After taking power, the military government's spy system could no longer be used, and Kim Dae-jung was very interested in another system of the Ministry of National Security.
Historically, South Korea had an 'X-Files' scandal against Samsung Group in 2005, which mainly exposed thousands of hours of illegal wiretapping recordings of Samsung Group executives during Kim Dae-jung's administration.
This is just the tip of the iceberg.
It is conceivable that since there are thousands of hours of recordings of ordinary executives of the Samsung Group, will Kim Dae-jung let go of the heads of the major chaebol families
There are also many opposition parties in South Korea, and Kim Dae-jung obviously cannot ignore them.
Just like Edgar Hoover, the founder of the FBI in the United States, because he had mastered too many people's private information and no one dared to touch him for decades, he has been fighting for his position as FBI director. After Kim Dae-jung stepped down, South Korea It is not difficult to imagine that one of the few presidents in modern times died a good death, probably because Kim Dae Jung had enough amulets in his hands.
Kim Dae-jung was once praised by the Western media as the Mandela of Asia. In fact, Kim Dae-jung's rank is several blocks higher than that of the idealistic Mandela.
The topic then turned to the recent split and reorganization of LG Group.
Frankly speaking, just like overthrowing the former military government system, Kim Dae Jung felt a sense of accomplishment for being able to dismantle the chaebols that controlled the South Korean economy one by one. Unfortunately, it cannot really be done, otherwise South Korea will really collapse. Moreover, Western countries do not want it to do this, so they can only weaken it.
Kim Dae Jung has no objection to the Westeros System's plan to completely dismantle the LG Group this time. He only hopes that the Westeros System will not lay off LG excessively during this dismantling process.
The current unemployment rate in South Korea has reached a very dangerous level.
In order to beautify the data, the Korean government has even revised the unemployment rate statistical standards. However, this can only deceive oneself and others. If the control is not good, Kim Dae Jung feels that his position as president will not be so stable.
Since the end of last year, LG Group has cooperated with the IMF's request and carried out a major layoff with other consortiums. Of course, Simon will not put too much pressure on South Korea. When Kim Dae-jung proposed, Lim Gyu-ri took the opportunity to agree, which was regarded as a favor to the Blue House. .
After lunch, Lin Guili had just left the Presidential Palace when she bumped into a middle-aged man in the parking lot who had been waiting for her with a smile on his face. It was Lin Guili's father Lin Kuixian.
Seeing his daughter's disgusting face, Lin Kuixian grabbed the driver's job and stepped forward to open the car door. He stretched out his hand to protect the roof of the car while still smiling: "Daughter, what did you talk about during lunch with the president? Why are you so angry? Kim Dae Jung." I shouldn’t dare to scold you, right?”
When Lin Guili saw her father saying that she wanted to get in the car, she didn't give up her seat to the side: "Dad, don't you need to go to work?"
"Of course, but I want to take the time to come over and say hello to my daughter. Even Minister Park is quite supportive." Seeing his daughter insisting on not giving up her seat, Lin Kuixian couldn't help but sit on the other side. In fact, he also knew that his daughter accepted it for him. The current post was angry, but did not leave. He turned directly to the front and sat in the driver's seat: "Daughter, daddy will be your driver. Where are you going? Dad will take you there?"
Lin Guili had no choice but to ask her followers to get into another car and closed the car door herself: "Go to Gangnam, Yisam-dong."
"okay."
Father Lin quickly pulled on his seat belt, started the car, and slowly drove out of the parking lot of the Presidential Palace.
Entering the highway and seeing that his daughter was still silent, Father Lin could only take the initiative: "This car is really nice. Hey, my father thought last year that if he couldn't find a job, he would work hard to support our family even if he couldn't find a job."
Lin Guili saw her father starting to play the tragedy card. Thinking about the bleak situation of her family when Halla Group just went bankrupt last year, she couldn't keep silent: "Dad, what's the matter with you?"
Father Lin glanced at his daughter reproachfully through the rearview mirror: "Look, you are thinking wrongly. Dad knows what is right and just wants to have a heart-to-heart talk with you. This time, Dad did not discuss it with you in advance, because I know you I definitely won't agree, but it's such a good opportunity. You are already settled now, but I still have to take care of your mother and your brother. I can't stay unemployed forever. Dad came here specifically to assure you that you will be ours from now on. The core of the Lin family, whatever you say, Dad will do whatever he does in the Finance Department, and he will never make any arbitrary decisions."
The principle that a son is better than his father is often very applicable in reverse.
Lin Guili knew her father very well, so of course she didn't believe this nonsense. She thought about it for a while and said, "Dad, you know, I can only be regarded as an assistant to Mr. Simon Westeros's assistant. I can help others according to orders." The way you do things doesn’t determine too many things at all.”
"Dad knows, I know," Lin's father promised again and again. He looked ahead and drove carefully with a righteous face. After a while, he finally showed his fault: "Daughter, you are going to the United States soon, right?"
"Um."
"Can I meet Simon Westeros?"
Lin Guili raised her eyebrows slightly: "I'm not sure."
"Then there is a chance." Lin Kuixian raised his head and glanced at the rearview mirror with a very troubled expression. He quickly said: "Can dad come with you?"
Lin Guili did not hesitate: "No!"
"Daughter, baby girl, don't be so sure." Lin Kuixian was not angry at all because of his daughter's rejection. He smiled and said: "In this way, if dad doesn't come with you, he will fly there by himself. When he gets to the United States, if you have time, um , just give me a little introduction to dad?"
Lin Guili said: "Stop the car."
"Daughter, don't be like this, you will be fined for parking here."
"parking."
"Hey, hey, hey, baby, it's dangerous, OK, OK, Daddy, stop the car."
The black car slowly stopped on the side of the road. Lin Guili, who rolled down the window, gestured to a black Mercedes-Benz that was parked behind her. She thought something had happened, and immediately two fit girls got out of the car and trotted over.
Then Father Lin was kicked out of the driver's seat.
After the two female guards in the front row sat down, after a slight hesitation, Lin Guili said to her father, who was standing on the roadside: "Dad, the president just said that there will be a family dinner on Saturday. You and your mother should attend it together."
After saying that, he was about to close the car window. Father Lin smiled and rushed forward, reaching out to hold it down: "Daughter, what about you?"
"We were talking about it just now," Lin Guili said angrily, "I should be in the United States by then."
"The day after tomorrow is Saturday. You can't go later and stay to accompany your parents to the banquet. You know, Mr. President would definitely prefer you to show up?"
"I have already explained it to Mr. President," Lin Guili said. She wanted to close the car window. Seeing that her father was still holding on, she could only raise her chin. After thinking about it, she said: "Dad, you said you knew I believe in propriety, so you'd better not do any messy things in the finance and economics department, let alone make any promises to others easily. Since the boss has helped with the arrangements, there will definitely be something for you to do when the time comes. You have to be dedicated.”
"Don't worry, dad knows."
"Um… "
Lin Guili drawled her voice and motioned to her father's hand on the car window.
Father Lin did not take it back, but moved closer: "Your brother Yongda wants to study in the United States. My daughter, this should be a small matter. You also know that in this year's major layoffs, many people who can speak English have kept their jobs. At least send your brother to study English abroad?"
Lin Guili had a headache when she thought of her younger brother who had been pampered by her parents since childhood. However, compared to what her father might do, this was indeed a small matter, so she could only nod in agreement.