A major change in the forest world

Chapter 8 A Shocking Secret: Big Turtle Brother's Secret Meeting with Big White Goose

The Shiba Inu's plans at the G20 summit backfired, earning it a reputation for being stingy, cunning, and petty.

President Turtle and his gang knew perfectly well that the white goose who had once ridden a bear was an unruly and troublesome character.

What surprised them even more was the ultimate wisdom that the phoenix displayed, and how it acted like a humble and gentle parent in the forest world.

The seeds of jealousy and resentment that the goat felt toward the phoenix were quietly sown during this summit;

That's a story for another time, we'll talk about it in the next chapter!

The night was deep, the evening breeze was just right, and President Turtle was in an exceptionally pleasant mood.

Since becoming the president of the forest over two years ago, he has increasingly felt a sense of preciousness and honor, which sometimes makes him feel proud.

Immediately after the meeting concluded, he received invitations from the heads of state of 19 other ethnic groups. However, after the minor incident involving the Shiba Inu and the white goose that occurred earlier that day, and after repeatedly listening to the opinions of his personal advisory group, he unanimously concluded that:

Although Phoenix is ​​talented, he is moderate and modest, and does not pose a threat for the time being.

To continue being the leader of the forest, he must first win over the big white goose and make him obey.

Conquering him by force is definitely not an option; the bear rider is not someone to be trifled with. Enticing or seducing him is also not the best approach to deal with the king of a tribe. The best method is to use his fame to entice him.

Everyone has weaknesses, and the white goose's weakness is his innate heroic complex:

He wanted to express his deep respect for national heroes and historical victims, and he has been cultivating an image of himself as a "tough hero" in his personal struggle and a "savior-like" hero in his political actions.

In public, she often tearfully expressed her remembrance of "the betrayed era of Su Lian heroes";

Therefore, as long as we create a war, our Great Turtle Kingdom can help him achieve all his desires.

Thinking of this, Big Turtle felt a surge of secret joy, and his steps toward the big white goose became more confident and relaxed.

After passing through tight security, President Turtle arrived at the meeting place. Big White Goose stood up to greet him, and President Turtle clasped Big White Goose's hands tightly, smiling as he said:

"When I was still a businessman, I only saw your image as a tough guy driving tanks, piloting fighter jets, and riding a big bear in the newspapers. Today, at this conference, I have truly witnessed your extraordinary heroism. I feel extremely honored to be able to talk to you face to face."

To demonstrate its regal bearing and not be outdone, the large white goose simply nodded and smiled without saying a word. After both were seated, the large tortoise continued to shower the goose with compliments:

"During the previous two G20 summits held in Berlin and the bilateral meeting with the reindeer country, since I had only recently become president and there were always cameras following me, we mostly said things to appease the officials. Now, I am with my idol, so we can have a heart-to-heart talk."

The white goose leaned forward slightly and said with a smile: "Brother Turtle, you flatter me and are being too modest."

Upon hearing this, Big Turtle knew that Big White Goose hadn't completely lowered his guard, so he stretched his neck, lowered his head and eyes, and said in a resolute tone:

"Brother White Goose, in terms of personality cult, you've always been a tough, heroic figure in my eyes. Especially the imposing presence you displayed at the meeting today showed me what a true king is. Sigh! You're far superior to me, a president who comes from a real estate business background!"

Hearing the forest overlord's humble words, the big white goose, which had been smiling silently and keeping its eyes half-closed, suddenly opened them wide, leaned forward sharply, and responded in a slightly excited tone:

"Brother Turtle, you are the real king. Look at all these followers below us. We have fallen behind. We are no longer the big brother who could stand on equal footing with you after World War II. We are ashamed."

"Not ashamed at all! Brother White Goose, only a true hero like you has the courage to manage your entire clan."

The giant tortoise seized the opportunity to quickly echo this sentiment.

Once two people open up to each other, it's like old friends meeting again, and the conversation becomes easy.

President Big Turtle used his top sales skills from his real estate days to read people's expressions and strike while the iron was hot. He started playing the emotional card, repeating his admiration for the hero before pouring out his grievances to the big white goose.

"Brother White Goose, before I became president, I thought about how prestigious it would be to be president. But after I became president, you have no idea how frustrating it was for me to be president. There was that old man in the opposition party who always used his power to unite the two houses and the states to deny and obstruct my executive decisions. He also made the domestic media keep an eye on me every day to find fault with me, as if he was afraid that no one would know about my past scandals."

Those foreign lackeys, those birds, outwardly follow me and agree with me hoping I'll give them more money and benefits, but behind my back they all have their own ulterior motives and are unwilling to genuinely cooperate with me in managing the international affairs of the Forest World.

No sooner had he finished speaking than Big Turtle's phone rang. It was Forest Cat calling: "Big Turtle, our two members of parliament have nominated you for the Forest World Peace Prize, but we are the awarding country. To avoid any criticism, please have the Prime Minister of Shiba Inu Country nominate you again tomorrow and submit it to us."

After the big tortoise finished speaking to the forest cat, it said "I understand" and hung up the phone to continue playing the emotional card.

"Sigh, Brother White Goose, you have no idea how busy I am as president. Unlike you, you are president for good reason. A hero's word is law, and no one dares to disobey you! Because of the presidential campaign, I have almost used up all the money I made in business. In addition, the real estate business is in a slump now. I don't know if I can save enough campaign funds if I want to be re-elected. Now every day I open my eyes and close my eyes, I am surrounded by troubles."

"To be honest, Brother White Goose, I haven't had a single day of peaceful, full meal or a good night's sleep."

After listening to the Great Turtle King's complaints, the Great White Goose picked up its water glass, took a sip, and its brows furrowed with helplessness as it slowly revealed its own troubles:

"Brother Turtle, which parent has it easy? Which hero doesn't have difficulties? I am no exception. Because I'm too tough, I've been sanctioned and isolated by external forces for years, my economic development has been hindered at every turn, and the construction of people's livelihoods has been extremely difficult. The harmonious family situation we had in the Federation has turned into a situation of brothers being separated, and conflicts of all sizes with our neighbors have never stopped."

"Look at today, even the Shiba Inu dares to scheme against me because he has you as his boss. Brother Turtle, everyone has their own suffering, every country has its own difficulties, and only you know best when you are a hero."

After pouring out their grievances, the two chatted more and more happily, and their conversation became more and more in-depth. After a moment of silence and a second look at each other, they sincerely offered each other advice.

Big Turtle looked at the big white goose and said seriously:

"It's good for heroes to be tough, but they don't have to be stubborn in everything. They also don't have to be confrontational with neighboring groups at all times. They should soften their attitude, relax their stance, and interact more with our mainstream groups for mutual benefit."

The white goose nodded slightly after listening and sincerely offered advice to President Turtle:

"You don't need to cater to the domestic media and the political faction representing that old man in everything. The more you give in, the more they'll take advantage. You need to show your presidential authority and use your power to restrain and control them. Don't be too accommodating to your allies either; that won't show your kingly demeanor!"

Next, the initial cooperation intentions they proposed in their conversation are a shocking secret that could influence the future of the forest world over the next decade, define its current state, and shape its development.

Aren't you excited to see what their next conversation, where each gets what they want, will entail? Haha, stating their purpose right away on the first heart-to-heart talk—that's what ordinary citizens do, not heads of state!

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