Chapter 1642: Chapter 1621: Dark Past Morgan and Grand Ivan, the two big shots Gao Yang knows, took thirty years to grow from nobodies to big shots, while he has to walk the same path they did in thirty years within just three. From this perspective, three years is far too short. Gao Yang said, looking doubtful, “Three years? I don’t think it’s possible.” New ɴᴏᴠᴇʟ ᴄhapters are published on 𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹·𝑓𝑖𝑟𝑒·𝗇𝗲𝘁 Morgan said helplessly, “It’s very difficult, but not impossible. Moreover, it’ll mainly depend on you. I’ll give you all the resources I have to help you, but whether you can achieve your goal ultimately depends on yourself.” Gao Yang was very helpless. He originally intended to entrust his affairs to Morgan, just in case, knowing that Morgan could cover him. Now, things have turned around; Morgan is starting to entrust his affairs to Gao Yang. “So much has happened lately that I don’t even know if I can live for another three years.” Morgan was also helpless. He shook his head and said ruefully, “Between the two of us, whoever lives longer will bear more. There’s no other way. Your current situation is so unpredictable that life might be taken away any moment, yet I can’t find someone else to replace you, so hang in there and try to survive.” Gao Yang said with a bitter smile, “I’ll try my best to live a bit longer. Besides, I can promise you that even if you don’t mention these things, if Bob needs anything, I’ll help him as much as I can. We are friends, and whether you’re involved or not, we’re still friends, very good friends at that.” Morgan exhaled, looking somewhat profound, and said, “I’ve thought a lot recently. I’ve attempted to resolve your current crisis, but unfortunately, my capabilities aren’t sufficient. This time, both the American military and the government have to deal with Grand Ivan, and you have drawn all the actions against Grand Ivan towards yourself. If I told you to give up everything you’re doing now, you definitely wouldn’t do it, right?” Gao Yang shook his head and said in a low voice, “You’re mistaken this time. I’ve decided that if there’s no other way, I’ll withdraw. We’ve been hiding very well, and if I withdraw directly, there won’t be any more danger. Of course, if I do that, Grand Ivan’s empire will also be finished.” Grand Ivan was surprised, “Did I hear that right? You would actually withdraw?” Gao Yang replied helplessly, “Yes, but not now. I plan to see how things go, and for the time being, maintain a minimal level of activity from behind the scenes to keep Grand Ivan’s empire running. As long as his influence remains, the empire won’t collapse.” Morgan thought for a moment and said softly, “I really want to persuade you to give up, but I know you won’t. You are that kind of person. However, if you can truly remain behind the scenes without showing yourself, only maintaining the minimum level of Grand Ivan’s influence, your situation wouldn’t be particularly dangerous. Plus, there are some benefits to doing so.” Gao Yang asked in surprise, “Benefits? What benefits?” Morgan smiled and said softly, “Grand Ivan’s empire—isn’t that benefit large enough? As far as I know, America will go all out against Grand Ivan. From my point of view, Grand Ivan is doomed. If Grand Ivan dies, those loyal to him won’t survive either. The empire of Grand Ivan will be in your hands. If you still can’t inherit Grand Ivan’s legacy, then you’d really be underperforming.” Gao Yang really didn’t think about wanting Grand Ivan’s legacy because he saw it as a burden rather than wealth. But before he could explain this, Morgan smiled and said, “I know you don’t wish for Grand Ivan’s legacy, but you can’t just watch it fall into others’ hands, right? Besides, even if, by some miracle, Grand Ivan survives, you could return his empire intact to him. You’ve done so much for him; how could Grand Ivan not repay you generously? Besides, from what I know, Grand Ivan is someone who repays all debts, whether good or bad.” Gao Yang shook his head with a bitter smile and spoke in a low voice, “Honestly, I haven’t thought that far.” Morgan nodded, “I know you haven’t thought that far; this is just me thinking ahead for you. I’m considering things from a businessman’s perspective, and you’re not. From this point of view, I’m the rogue, and you’re the gentleman. But that’s irrelevant. I think you helping Grand Ivan will bring you great benefits, so I’m willing to help you with all my might. Otherwise, do you think I’d lend money to Grand Ivan?” Morgan patted Gao Yang on the shoulder with a smug smile and said, “When I lent the money, Andre was still alive, so I couldn’t lend too much money to him. But I had to make sure you, as the intermediary, had enough influence in front of him, and I thought 100 million dollars was a fitting amount. But now, the last visible agent of Grand Ivan is dead, and you’ve smoothly taken over everything from him. You hold Grand Ivan’s most core power. If Grand Ivan dies, why can’t you become the Grand Ram? So, if you need money, just ask. I have five hundred million prepared for you, enough to sustain you for a while.” Gao Yang stood there blankly, saying, “I really didn’t think that far ahead, nor about that much.” Morgan shrugged, “I know, that’s why I need to think that much for you. Now, in helping Grand Ivan, you’re also helping yourself, no matter what Grand Ivan’s outcome is, it benefits you. If I were you, I would do my best to help the U.S. Government eliminate Grand Ivan. That’s the only way you can truly inherit Grand Ivan’s legacy. But I know you wouldn’t do that, so fine, if Grand Ivan returns alive, you’ll also gain enough advantages.” Seeing Gao Yang’s troubled face, Morgan smiled and said, “That’s just how it is, and maybe I’ve just been too explicit too soon. Anyway, just remember to do your best to support Grand Ivan’s empire without compromising your own safety until you hear the news of Grand Ivan’s demise. Besides, our diamond mine currently has a profit of 160 million, and it’s all yours now. It’s your money to do with as you wish, and I think investing it in Grand Ivan is quite worthwhile. If it’s not enough, let me know; I have five hundred million ready for you at any time.” Gao Yang stood there, saying, “That diamond mine is ours, it belongs to the both of us. Besides, I… I don’t know what to do.” Morgan laughed, “It’s because it’s mixed with too much self-interest that you don’t know what to do. I expected this would happen. Listen, I’ll tell you what to do. You all need to clean up your act, so immediately start acting under Satan’s name, using your original mercenary status. If your people are injured, it doesn’t matter. You can casually lead anyone and act in Satan’s name, and you should be high-profile about it.” Gao Yang, looking puzzled, said, “I don’t understand.” Morgan raised a finger and smiled, “In America, to become a significant figure, having a shady past isn’t scary; what’s scary is having no history. Understand?”