Darkstone Code

Chapter 1236 - 1234: Some Minor Issues to Resolve

Lynch held a platinum necklace, which wasn’t very thick, somewhat delicate, but extremely exquisite.

More importantly, it bore a unique pendant—one that couldn’t be found anywhere else in the world!

It appeared before Charlie (sister) in a way she had never imagined!

For some time, Charlie (sister) had been contemplating a question: how to reactivate the funds in those anonymous accounts.

Since the moment the money was deposited into anonymous accounts in various banks, it didn’t belong to anyone, only to that account.

Whoever has the token can withdraw the money, a bit unreasonable, yet it’s the ultimate reason.

She held one pendant, the bank had another, and one was in Charlie (brother)’s hands. If she couldn’t find Charlie (brother), it meant the terrifying risk they took to acquire wealth was rendered meaningless!

Unable to access it, it was as worthless as scrap paper.

The Federation is a magical country, where it seems anything can be forgiven, provided you have money.

Recently, Charlie (sister) more intensely realized, whenever she brought out money, she’d continuously be forgiven!

Here, money is extremely important.

She stared at that pendant in silence, after going through so much, the last bit of innocence and naiveté in her humanity was thoroughly worn away during that interrogation.

Time in the room seemed paused at that moment, two, three minutes later, she opened her mouth, then coughed, before asking, "Is he still alive?"

Lynch nodded, "For now, he is still alive."

He was observing Charlie (sister); to him, observing human behavior was quite interesting indeed, as human nature changes under different circumstances.

Executioners shedding tears is proof enough; he was curious if Charlie (sister) would exhibit any changes?

"This is his necklace..." Charlie (sister)’s eyes soon became moist, "This is very good news for me, could you... give it to me?"

Lynch chuckled, "No!"

She looked at Lynch as if knowing nothing, displaying a heartbroken expression women often showed, if not for the scar ruining her face, most would soften.

"I don’t mean anything else, just... you know, he’s the most important person in my life, I don’t know whether I’ll get the chance to see him again, I just hope it can accompany me through this darkness."

She longingly gazed at Lynch, her excellent acting erupted at this moment. Had Lynch not known the pendant’s unique nature, he might have agreed.

But he didn’t.

"I’ll give you a choice, exchange your pendant for your brother, or we forget about that person and discuss cooperation between us!"

Charlie (sister) hesitated, watching Lynch, "You seem to enjoy making things difficult for others?"

"I never make things difficult for anyone; the choice is yours."

After another few minutes, Charlie (sister) shook her head, "I can’t make any choices..."

Lynch pursed his lips, retracting the pendant in his hand, "Then we can talk about another plan..."

Charlie (sister) was somewhat surprised, a little annoyed, "Are you always like this?"

She meant how Lynch seemed to be teasing her, somewhat angry.

Lynch smiled, avoiding the question, "We always have to make choices, don’t we?"

...

That evening, Mr. Truman called, briefly discussing his actions today.

"Do you know where that money is hidden?"

Their relationship was very solid, at least for now, so Mr. Truman got straight to the point without beating around the bush.

Lynch’s response was simple and direct, "Yes."

This answer piqued Mr. Truman’s interest, "I’ve heard it’s at least several billion, maybe even tens of billions. What do you plan to do with that money?"

Upon hearing from the Security Committee that Lynch met Charlie (sister) after which she signed a heap of compensation agreements she had been hesitating on.

She seemed to no longer hold back, this action was quite unusual in itself, and the Security Committee hypothesized that Lynch and she might have reached some sort of agreement when alone.

Perhaps Lynch helped her locate the money, or something else, but it was all related to money.

Anything related to money tends to attract attention. The Security Committee wasn’t in a good position to directly express to Lynch that they wanted a share, so they let Mr. Truman speak.

Mr. Truman had very deep connections with the Security Committee and the military, and coupled with his relationship with Lynch, these words seemed indeed very suitable for him to say.

Lynch didn’t evade this somewhat sensitive issue, "I’m not planning to take that money, or rather, I don’t intend to keep it myself..."

Mr. Truman paused, "Explain, I’m always curious about some of your thoughts."

Following Lynch’s description, Mr. Truman gradually understood Lynch’s idea.

This sum of money, actually quite sensitive, as the silver case caused catastrophic disruption to the global financial order, making many countries increasingly emphasize financial security.

The silver case’s impact is enormous, so many people will monitor this money, if Lynch held onto it, it would become very hot.

"It’s like wealth soaked in blood!"

Some people don’t care about "reputation" and "prestige," like Mr. Wycliffe; such people only care about how much they can get, they don’t care about the infamy generated during the process of acquiring the money.

They don’t care, but Lynch does; he doesn’t want to attract certain troubles that can’t entirely be called ’trouble.’

Sometimes people are foolish; they won’t consider the cause-and-effect relationship but will only look at who ultimately benefits.

Who benefits is the mastermind, this approach suits society’s lower and middle classes —simple and crude.

The cooperation between Lynch and Charlie (sister) involved using the money to set up two foundations. The first foundation’s primary work is to award those advancing social progress, breaking technological limits, researchers of various fields, leaders in various domains.

The second foundation is a humanitarian care fund, and its work was very simple—distributing money.

Helping families in need was its work and value; ultimately, these bloody riches could be cleansed.

Since it originated from society, it should return to society.

This was Lynch’s answer to Mr. Truman, an answer that indeed surprised Mr. Truman!

He initially thought Lynch would keep all the money to himself, but now it seemed he didn’t plan to do so, instead intending to use it for good deeds.

This made Lynch’s "description" in his heart more complex; sometimes Lynch could do anything for money, but at times, he appeared so... noble?

He wasn’t sure if the word was appropriate, but at least regarding this money issue, he exhibited a noble spirit.

Not everyone could abandon billions in wealth; Mr. Truman introspected and realized he couldn’t decisively relinquish it, but Lynch did.

Such a person exuded contradictions worth exploring, making him impossible to truly see through.

"The Security Committee did a lot of work..." Noble as it were, things still needed to be said.

After engaging with more politicians, Mr. Truman gradually evolved from a soldier to a genuine politician.

At least previously, he wouldn’t have said such things, but now he said it with ease.

At this moment, Mr. Truman made a decision, intending to aim for the presidency as his pursuit.

The military wouldn’t require him to do anything but would support him because he inherently represented the military’s interests within the Federation Government.

The Security Committee needed some assistance, considering its relatively large power in certain issues.

Mr. Truman didn’t want to casually engage in political strife, but it didn’t mean he wouldn’t.

When necessary, what reason or excuse could be more serious than "national security"?

"I’ll keep an eye on that..."

After saying this, Lynch was about to hang up when Mr. Truman brought up another matter.

"Do you still remember the bowling competition you organized last time?"

"Yes, I remember. What’s the matter?"

Mr. Truman chuckled twice on the phone, the laugh somewhat eerie, "Lately, I heard the President has been spending more time on bowling, some people are a bit upset with you."

"Additionally, the lady who came in second in the competition seems to be getting closer to the President."

"This involves the President’s security issue; we can’t intervene directly, could you investigate on your end without alarming others..."

Lynch’s expression turned odd at this moment.

Regarding the first issue, Lynch wasn’t surprised; the previous President enjoyed playing golf; some people always invited him golfing, those folks were labeled as "flatterers."

Now it was him, something inevitable.

If someone wanted to attack the President, the best way wasn’t to directly label him as an incapable leader, but to target those around him.

Who do flatterers always gather around?

Undoubtedly, flatterers always surround dim-witted kings; if the President’s entourage was a bunch of flatterers, then undoubtedly the President was likewise incompetent.

What surprised Lynch was the second issue.

As he knew, the President’s age was quite advanced.

Sometimes such endeavors aren’t just about personal effort; one must admit, if Mr. Truman was truthful, the President’s physical condition was indeed impressive!