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After briefly explaining why the news lagged behind the facts, Lin Qi left. He was not a government official, and there was nothing for him to do by staying.

Mr. Truman, however, was kept behind by the President.

The President knew perfectly well that Truman and Lin Qi were now on the same side, but he still relied heavily on Truman.

For one thing, they had known each other for quite some time and were very familiar with each other. For another, the President himself still had the final say over who would take the position of Minister of International Affairs Department.

People in power often held a mistaken belief. They did not think anyone could easily deceive them. They always believed they could see through every problem, even if they had just encountered a minor setback.

"Is there any way we can restrain Lin Qi's Blackstone Security Company?" the President asked, seriously exploring the possibility. "I know Lin Qi is your friend, but you also know that what we're discussing concerns this country's security."

What he meant was that personal relationships should come after the nation.

"He's far too bold. I seriously doubt that if someone offered him enough money to attack the Presidential Palace, he would turn down the job."

Mr. Truman was silent for a moment before shaking his head. "Mr. President, before I give you my opinion, I can guarantee that all my views and judgments are based on an objective position."

"Blackstone Security is currently the largest private armed force in the country, but in reality, compared with other organizations, it poses no threat to us."

"Although... you know, during the great demobilization, there were always things that left us no choice. But that also happened to keep certain matters within our control."

"Blackstone Security's