Chapter 373 Who Would Suffer?
Once he does that, Dave was certain he wouldn’t be the first to face backlash. Instead, it would be the Korean Dignitary who instigated this entire situation and pressured Dave into reconsidering their alliance. It’s not unusual for countries to seek alliances based on shared goals, interests, or to relieve certain burdens. However, Dave’s country is a powerhouse that has only grown stronger since he took on the role of Minister.
Their country’s economy was thriving, attracting many nations eager to forge alliances. However, Dave was selective, accepting only those countries that offered significant benefits. Korea was one such country, with a burgeoning economy and high potential. Although it lagged slightly behind Dave’s country, it was close enough to be considered a valuable partner.
But this also means that a powerful country becomes a prime target for scrutiny from other nations. This makes forming alliances even more crucial to avoid being seen as a lone wolf. While this applies to Dave’s country, it is equally true for Korea. The alliance is significant, given the numerous joint projects that have benefited hundreds of companies and created millions of jobs.
If the two countries were to turn against each other, the joint projects would undoubtedly suffer. Many of these projects are still new and have yet to recoup their initial investments, which would lead to significant economic losses. While Dave is confident in his safety net and fallback options, Korea would face severe repercussions. Therefore, rather than escalating conflict with Dave’s country, Korea would likely focus on disciplining or removing the Korean Dignitary. His inability to manage the negotiations effectively would make him liable for the country’s losses caused by his hasty decisions.
What greater revenge could Dave seek than this? The Korean dignitary and his entire lineage would face immense repercussions, subjected to a lifetime of harassment and scandal within his own country. Not only would his assets be forfeited and his family burdened with lifelong debt, but he would also be reduced to poverty, all because of a single mistake.
Dave could be ruthlessly strategic and manipulative when he chose to be, using his country as his own playground. He had the capability and the will to do so but often preferred not to engage in constant political maneuvering due to his own disinterest. This is why his anger was so formidable—when he did act, it was with a level of intensity that few could match.
The Korean Dignitary believed that even if Dave were to act out in retaliation, it would harm both their countries, including his own. He was certain that Dave wouldn’t risk such drastic measures over an unknown woman without a significant background. This overconfidence led him to continue provoking Dave, even after learning about Dave’s interest in someone.
After all, politicians with long-standing lineages, like Dave, often enter into political marriages to maintain their public image and reputation. They need a partner of impeccable integrity and solid background to represent them well and support their political agenda. Such a spouse helps cultivate a favorable public image and serves as a relatable figure for the public.
He believed his granddaughter met those criteria perfectly. Although his own family wasn’t as renowned or deeply rooted as Dave’s, they were well-known in Korea. If Dave married his granddaughter, it would not only strengthen their personal alliance but also cement a diplomatic partnership between their nations, potentially securing another century of peace and prosperity.
If that happened, the Korean Dignitary would undoubtedly receive tremendous benefits from both his own country and Dave’s, given his status as the in-law of the renowned Young Minister, known for his genius negotiation skills and the envy of many. He knew that since Dave took office, numerous marriage proposals had been sent to the Carson manor, yet none had captured his interest. Despite his mother’s efforts to set him up on blind dates from these proposals, Dave consistently found reasons to decline and stood up his dates.