The party was held at a private mansion on Long Island, ostensibly a private charity dinner.
In reality, it was a private meeting between politicians and businessmen to build relationships and discuss matters such as the distribution of profits.
A low-key yet luxurious Cadillac pulled up in front of the mansion. Police Commissioner Smith personally got out of the car to open the door for Xu Xiao Xu Xiao carefully helped him out.
This scene left many members of high society speechless with astonishment.
'Who is this? Yellow-skinned? Could he be someone from a major Eastern country?'
'He certainly has a noble appearance, but he's too young. He must be the offspring of some important figure from the East.'
Everyone was secretly speculating about Xu Xiao's identity; from his appearance to his demeanor, he was top-notch in the world.
Just one glance was enough to attract many women to Xu Xiao; it was an attraction that came from the genetic level.
Those present were all seasoned members of high society; if such a person existed in the West, they would absolutely recognize him. The only possibility was that he came from the distant East.
After all, that place has become increasingly powerful in recent years, and many important figures send their family members to the West for 'exchanges'.
There are very few people in all of New York City who would be treated with such humility by Commissioner Smith.
But soon, everyone had some doubts again.
'This person should be the mayor's guest, but why didn't the mayor inform him beforehand?'
Some people were puzzled. Logically speaking, if someone worthy of such treatment from Commissioner Smith were to arrive, the mayor himself would have come out to greet him personally.
No, there isn't!
Xu Xiao walked toward the banquet under the guidance of Commissioner Smith, with people along the way secretly focusing their attention on him.
Xu Xiao was not at all uncomfortable with this. Compared to the way these so-called upper-class people looked him over, millions of soldiers and civilians in ancient times had submitted to him. This was nothing at all.
To him, these were just ants, and not even of his kind.
When he's in a good mood, they can look at themselves with amusement; when he's in a bad mood, killing them all wouldn't be a big deal.
None of the people present realized that their attention-grabbing behavior was as dangerous as dancing on a tightrope.
Soon, led by Commissioner Smith, Xu Xiao entered the banquet and saw the old man in his fifties at the very center.
He wore a sharp, high-end suit, had his hair neatly combed back, and had a face that was said to be over sixty but actually looked like that of a middle-aged man.
Money is very good at nourishing people, but power is even better.
" Smith, you've arrived. And who is this?"
Mayor Adams also noticed Smith's arrival, and at the same time, he saw the outstanding Xu Xiao.
Instead of answering the mayor's question, Smith pointed to the people around the mayor and began to introduce them:
"That's the president of Levin Group, that's the largest shareholder of Komot Biotechnology Company, that's..."
Smith was perfectly clear about Xu Xiao's purpose. After being mentally controlled by Xu Xiao, all his actions were geared towards achieving Xu Xiao's goals.
Xu Xiao wanted to control the political and business elites of New York. After completing his order to lead the way, he naturally introduced the important figures present.
"Alright, I'm not really interested in this fried fish. Let the mayor introduce me to a higher-level conglomerate instead."
Xu Xiao Teuchi Commissioner Smith's introduction, and then released his mental energy.
"Who are you? Smith, do you know what you're doing?"
Mayor Adams spoke angrily, feeling that Commissioner Smith's actions had embarrassed him.
Everyone knows that Commissioner Smith is the eyes and ears of the police department, yet this is what happened.
Just as he was about to continue scolding him, Xu Xiao's Telekinesis had already invaded his body.
The rebuke stuck in his throat, his eyes glazed over for a second before turning firm, and even the anger on his face turned into a smile.
"Welcome, esteemed sir!"
Adams, beaming, jogged over, then slid down to kneel at Xu Xiao's feet with a graceful slide, and plunged his head into the ground to kiss Xu Xiao's toes as if worshipping God.
This is the terrifying aspect of mind control. Xu Xiao directly transformed his existence into the most revered and respected figure in the other person's heart, making him enamored with him like a believer worshipping God.
Let alone kissing shoes, he would do anything, even die right now, without hesitation.
"My God! What have you done! This is witchcraft... Ah!"
Some foolish guy shouted loudly and then had his neck snapped by Xu Xiao.
Before any chaos could erupt, all the doors and windows of the banquet hall were sealed off. Then, Xu Xiao's Telekinesis began to circulate and modify the spirit of each guest.
In less than ten minutes, the entire banquet hall was filled with people, all lined up in neat rows, kneeling and worshipping Xu Xiao.
If someone unaware of the situation saw this, they would probably think it was some kind of cult.
"Everyone, mobilize all your connections and resources to help me make contact with the power structure of America. I want to seize control of the entire America power structure within a week."
"Yes, Your Excellency, your will is our mission."
The resounding, unified responses were deafening; everyone whose minds had been altered shouted excitedly.
"Also, find me a man named Eddie Mora, a writer in his thirties. Once you find him, bring him to see me."
"And, use your resources to acquire Aiven Pharmaceuticals for me, and while you're at it, bring me some NZT-48."
Xu Xiao sat in the center like an emperor, issuing orders, and everyone obeyed his will.
Everyone pulled out their phones and mobilized their energy to do their best to fulfill Xu Xiao's request, completely disregarding time and place.
Xu Xiao sat at the top, looking at everything below and couldn't help but sigh:
"That's why I pursue power!"
"Without power, you'll be manipulated, and you won't even have a chance to realize you're being attacked."
Xu Xiao couldn't help but think of the first few years of his life in the apocalypse, a time filled with despair.
He escaped the apocalyptic wave with his family and friends, but after experiencing all sorts of cruelty, he was still just a scavenger at the very bottom of society.
Why?
Naturally, it's because he has no power; anyone can control his life.
When the rules are set by others, the cries of the weak are merely ignored!
The world pays no heed to the cries of ants—either become the knife-wielder or the meat on the chopping block.
"Throughout the myriad realms, the unchanging truth remains: whoever wields the greatest power has the final say!"