Chapter 2184 - 2184:

Sigh...

Pu the Dog is a shrewd one, accurately gauging that Trump is currently swamped with issues and doesn't dare to rashly declare participation in the war.

It's true, when Trump considers his current public opinion, heh, if he directly intervenes in the war, there'll likely be an uproar.

External matters are external, domestic affairs are his own; Trump is truly out of cards.

The tactics of a businessman don't quite work as a politician, it seems!

So, Trump can only deal with Pu the Dog the same way he dealt with Niu Duruo, telling him to wait, wait, wait!

Yes, you heard right, he said it three times, which means it's important, right?

But Pu the Dog laughed heartily, wildly, sinisterly, each laugh louder and more devilishly evil than the last, then hung up, leaving Trump so furious he nearly spit blood, almost having a stroke and heart attack simultaneously!

Although in the early stages, Pu the Dog was beaten badly, as mentioned before, he had a few steps, playing a war of attrition.

However, the international situation is still somewhat bleak. Though Europe promises increased military aid, their peace-time military production capability can't keep up.

The Wale Republic, though fully supportive, also has limitations on what they can buy from the United States.

Initially, due to Landen Government's support, Kekistan got through many challenges, but now many departments of Trump's government are closed, shut down, and busy with local elections, causing interruptions in military aid to Kekistan, sigh...

Various reasons make Kekistan's fight difficult, but they can still hold on. After all, counter-invasion is a critical moment for national and ethnic freedom.

And as for the Evil Luo Country, it's evidently pulled out a lot of resources, and acquired many powerful drones and other weaponry, even if they're junk, they come in sheer numbers!

It has to be said, Evil Luo Country must have struck some deal with other great countries, securing covert military aid, right?

In the latest think tank meeting, Liu Zhizhong, while discussing changes in the world military landscape with experts, deeply analyzed these issues, confirming that there are those providing money and supplies to the Evil Luo Country, indicating Kekistan's resistance might still last a long time.

But this time, an expert from the think tank pointed out: it seems military actions in Venezuela might need to be shelved for a while, given the high costs at the front, perhaps we should withdraw?

Liu Zhizhong thought for a moment and said: "We should consult with Trump to see their direction! After all, we're allies; it wouldn't be appropriate to just withdraw suddenly. Plus, if this cooperation brings a new dawn for the people of Venezuela, it would not only be a significant event and progress in human destiny but also a rare training opportunity for the Valle Army!"

Liu Zhizhong's perspective isn't unwarranted. Yet, the front's expenditure is indeed considerable.

So, during the meeting, Liu Zhizhong directly dialed Trump's private cell number in front of many think tank experts.

When the call connected, there was a palpable sense of Trump's age, his voice no longer as loud and quick as before, sounding much older.

Liu Zhizhong also emphasized that this was a call during a meeting to discuss the Venezuela action with His Excellency the President.

Of course, Liu Zhizhong expressed his relevant speculations on this matter, and Trump listened with a headache.

He's been quite depressed lately, but regarding the Venezuela matter, he's also very troubled.

Nevertheless, he hasn't gone mad, so after hearing Liu Zhizhong's request, he said, "Alright, let the Wale Republic withdraw, lower the expenses to regular levels! The fleet can withdraw, but maintain the military status at your enclave. In the future, should there be action, the US will lead, but ground assaults will be left to you, okay?"

Liu Zhizhong, of course, agreed, considering the enclave at Balse, bordering Venezuela, has always had military training and preparedness. There, the army has thirty thousand troops, an air wing with thirty main fighters and reconnaissance aircraft, well-stocked with munitions, able to sweep across most of Venezuela if a fight ensues.

After this major issue was settled, Liu Zhizhong still chuckled, "Mr. President, my old buddy, it seems you've been having a lot of troubles lately! But whatever happens, you're still the US President, bearing heavy responsibility. The US is still the US, with not much change coming. As for you, being advanced in age, take good care of your health."

"Okay, thank you, my good buddy. That's it, I've got to attend to some tasks. Damn being the US President, it's not easy, heh..."

In the end, Trump hung up the phone with almost an awkward laugh.

Liu Zhizhong, wearing a calm smile, continued the think tank meeting, with the shadow fleet's withdrawal being established as a conclusion.

However, Liu Zhizhong still felt gratified inside.

He recalled the retired President Old Landen, a man truly possessing great political acumen!

Judging by Trump's situation, President Landen's foresight was accurate. This crazy businessman has to be restrained, and some disorder was bound to arise, but precisely because he would cause chaos, the leadership of the US would shift towards the opposing Party, returning to the people's hands.

Liu Zhizhong reviewed the current local election situation in the US and Trump's recent out-of-sorts state, indeed feeling gratified.

Because President Landen had said: when Trump faces major troubles, it's a good time for the US people, and the US will return to its rightful path from its brief miscalculation or loss, progressing forward well.

The old president was indeed a seasoned politician with keen judgments… Liu Zhizhong couldn't help but admire him.

Hence, after the meeting ended, Liu Zhizhong returned to the President's Mansion, rested briefly, had lunch, and personally dialed President Landen's private number.

Recently, there hasn't been any news about President Landen internationally.

This eighty-three-year-old elder rarely appears after retirement, and his social media accounts have no updates.

Nor has there been any publication, like memoirs.

Certainly, at over eighty years, after four years busy with the US national affairs, his energy and health may not hold, but him enjoying a peaceful retirement, undisturbed, is undoubtedly a great choice.

This time, when Liu Zhizhong called, it was shockingly President Landen's wife, Mrs. Landen, who answered.

"Dear Chi, hello! Thank you for calling. I'm very pleased to take your call on behalf of my husband. It's been a while since we last contacted; are you well?"

Mrs. Landen still retains the grace of a former First Lady, very gentle and polite.

Yet Liu Zhizhong sensed something unusual...