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Assassination attempts on Guo Yingnan began as early as the 1950s, and the reward at that time was a staggering 500,000 yuan! However, over time, this figure skyrocketed to a staggering 500 million taels of silver! During this long period, Guo Yingnan faced at least ten assassination attempts. But this was not the most dangerous one. Although snipers and the military were deployed, the security force was also extremely strong, including not only superb experts like De Wuhui, but also experts with special abilities and the elite internal security of the Central Guard Corps. This time, they were fully prepared, well-equipped, and well-stocked with supplies. Of all the assassination attempts, the most thrilling was the one in the 1960s. If it weren't for Lei Luo's timely assistance, Guo Yingnan would have perished, buried in the police station. It was because of this that Guo Yingnan and Lei Luo forged a deep and close friendship.

Meanwhile, Hong Kong Governor David Lee hurried back to the Governor's Mansion and immediately contacted Eagle Country. Meanwhile, Eagle Country Prime Minister Tom Hogan sat in his office, anxiously awaiting David Lee's call. He desperately wanted to understand what had happened in Hong Kong. After all, he had received so many different versions of the intelligence from Rand, and every department reporting to him had exaggerated or downplayed the key issues. As a result, he was unable to determine the exact events that had led Guo Yingnan to evacuate Hong Kong.

After David Li got through, he reported directly to the Prime Minister everything that had happened in Hong Kong without any unnecessary words. A deathly silence fell on the other end of the line. David Li had no idea what the Prime Minister's attitude was towards the matter, but he knew in his heart that he was in real trouble this time.

After about five minutes of silence, Tom Hogan finally spoke to David Li, but his words made David Li even more uneasy, because Tom Hogan said: "Hang up for now, I will call you again in half an hour." After hanging up the phone, Tom Hogan stood up suddenly, and without hesitation pushed all the items on the desk to the ground, and then jumped onto the mess in a rage, stepping on those things, cursing: "These shit-like things have never helped me except causing trouble. It's all shit, shit, shit!" Tom Hogan vented his anger unscrupulously, while his assistant and deputy prime minister stood quietly by, without a word of persuasion, because they knew that the prime minister must be allowed to vent at this moment.

After Tom Hogan vented his anger, he sat exhausted on the sofa, his eyes blank. His assistant quickly dispatched staff to the office and began to tidy up the mess Tom Hogan had made. After the servants had finished, Tom Hogan slowly spoke, his voice low, and asked, "What's the reaction from China?"

The assistant quickly replied, "Nothing's happening yet. But I think they're probably waiting for us to make the first move. After all, David Li has already said he'll go to Pengcheng tomorrow to explain everything to them." The Deputy Prime Minister chimed in, "This is the Chinese way of doing things. There's a Chinese saying, 'Plan before you act.' I guess they're hoping we'll reveal our cards first."

Tom Hogan frowned and continued to ask, "What if we don't take the initiative?"

The assistant thought for a moment and replied firmly, "If that happens, we'll likely be caught up in a huge public opinion storm. Guo Yingnan is no ordinary figure. He's not only a super-rich Hong Kong tycoon, but also a prominent businessman and official recognized by the Chinese government. Theoretically, Guo Yingnan is on the same level as you, the Deputy Prime Minister. If our Deputy Prime Minister were to face multiple assassination attempts in a single day in another country, our Eagle Country would definitely not let it go easily! So this time, China will definitely demand a huge amount of compensation from us."

The Deputy Prime Minister continued, "Your Excellency, if we don't make our position clear first, then once Dragon Country makes the evidence public, Eagle Country will be in a very passive position on the international stage, and our reputation will become as stinking as a toilet. After all, those agents, soldiers, and weapons have been captured by China. Even more abominable is that the Deputy Commissioner of the Hong Kong Police Department actually shot Guo Yingnan at the press conference. If this news spreads internationally, the best outcome for you will probably be to lead the entire cabinet in resigning."

Tom Hogan fell into deep thought, carefully considering what the two had said. Indeed, as the Deputy Prime Minister had said, the evidence was irrefutable. Even if he, the Prime Minister, knew nothing about this, it would be hard for others to believe. His rage, which had just subsided, flared up again. If Smith were standing before him at this moment, he would have drawn his pistol without hesitation and shot this bastard to death.

Tom Hogan solemnly instructed his assistant, "You will immediately travel to Hong Kong as a special government commissioner. The situation there is out of control. We cannot rely on the locals anymore. Who knows what kind of trouble they might cause! You will personally lead the negotiations. As for the specific terms of the negotiations, we will inform you after we have finalized the negotiations. Your sole mission this time is to absolutely prevent those Hong Kongers, who are more trouble than help, from making any more wrong decisions."

Upon hearing this, the assistant left the office without delay. The flight from Rand to Hong Kong took over ten hours, and time was running out; he had to race against time to reach his destination. He silently prayed that those foolish fellows in Hong Kong wouldn't cause any more trouble while he was in the air.

After his assistant left, Tom Hogan issued another order, instructing his staff to immediately notify the Foreign Secretary, the Defense Secretary, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, and MI5 chief, Mrs. D, to attend the meeting. Everyone arrived, and once they were all present, Tom Hogan laid out the details of the incident with the ministers. Of the ministers present, only Mrs. D had a comprehensive understanding of what had transpired in Hong Kong. She knew even more than the Prime Minister, having participated in the assassination attempt on Guo Yingnan. However, unlike the others, she wasn't motivated by the million Eagle Sticks; she was wholeheartedly committed to the interests of the Eagle Kingdom. She saw this as a golden opportunity to force China to abandon its attempt to reclaim Hong Kong, but a few foolish individuals had completely botched the situation.

After listening to the Prime Minister's detailed explanation, the Minister of Defense spoke first. "Prime Minister, is it possible for us to pin the blame for this assassination on terrorists? After all, Guo Yingnan's 500 million Eagle Rods bounty is too tempting. There are definitely many people who want to get their hands on it."

Mrs. M shook her head and replied gravely, "It's too late now. We don't have that chance. According to reliable sources, Guo Yingnan has sufficient evidence to prove that it was the Deputy Commissioner of the Hong Kong Police Department who personally shot him. Furthermore, our Eagle Force stationed in Hong Kong also dispatched a special forces unit to raid Guo Yingnan's residence. These are undeniable facts."

"Do we really have to bow our heads and admit our mistakes to China?" The Minister of Defense said angrily, gritting his teeth.

The Deputy Prime Minister took a deep breath and said slowly, "Given the current situation, I'm afraid we only have one choice left. That is to pay a certain price and ensure that China does not disclose the evidence that could put us in trouble."

Upon hearing this, the Defense Minister and the Finance Minister couldn't help but exclaim "shit." The Foreign Minister was relatively calm. After all, diplomacy is best at saying things that don't really mean what you say.