Pretoria, as one of the capitals of South Africa, is undoubtedly prosperous.

However, Demira, being an MP, has chosen not to live in the city center, but rather in a modest house in the old town.

This place looks somewhat rundown, completely unbefitting his status as an MP.

When Ye Hanwen and his companions visited, Demira displayed little resistance and courteously invited them inside.

"I only have red tea left at home, I hope you'll find it agreeable," Demira spoke fluent English as he brought several cups of tea from the bar.

"Ye, I know you're here to discuss last time's matters, but I'm sorry, I really can't make an appearance."

Qi Yun took the teacup and thanked him.

They had planned to use coercion, but the hospitality made him feel quite embarrassed to present those videos.

He sighed inwardly, realizing he was too kind-hearted to be an effective businessman.

Ye Hanwen stared into the tea in his cup, showing hesitance on his face.

After a long pause, he finally raised his head and made eye contact with Demira.

"Mr. MP, our company's mining area is in Kaken City, providing substantial tax revenue and jobs for you annually. Now, our company is being unjustly treated by the South African Government, and three people have even lost their lives at the mining site. I believe you must speak up for us."

Demira shook his head and replied, "What you said is true, but the real value of that diamond mine far exceeds the price you originally acquired it for. The government's stance is clear, they must reclaim it for the public's benefit."

"My MP position is elected by the people, so I can't stand against the Central Government for you."

His words were quite candid, not even resembling those of a typical politician.

Seeing Demira's firm stance, Ye Hanwen knew that further discussion was futile, so he turned to exchange a glance with Qi Yun, then took out his phone, opened a video, and silently handed it to Demira.

As Demira's gaze landed on the phone screen, the air in the living room seemed to freeze.

From his standpoint, what he did was entirely justified, as Blue Sky Jewelry Company indeed used some shady tactics to acquire that diamond mine.

However, Ye Hanwen also didn't think they were wrong, since employing tactics in business is quite normal.

Regarding the public's benefit, he felt that even if the South African Government took back that diamond mine, the real beneficiaries would only be certain officials. It had nothing to do with the public; would the public even get a penny?

Moreover, considering the despicable tactics used by the government that cost him three lives, who should be held accountable for that?

Time slowly passed, one minute, two minutes...

As the video played, the heavy breathing of Demira filled the living room.

"Ye, what do you mean by this?" Demira raised his head to angrily question Ye Hanwen.

Ye Hanwen raised his head, looking directly at Demira: "I suggest Mr. MP reconsider my proposal; otherwise, once the matter concerning your son is exposed, not only would he go to prison, but your electorate might not support you anymore."

Having decided to play the villain, he left no room for retreat.

Indeed, Demira's fury erupted upon hearing this: "You're threatening me with this?"

Ye Hanwen nodded, his tone firm: "You can understand it that way. You have your principles, but I also have responsibilities to my company."

Demira slammed his hand down on the table with a "bang," causing the teacups to spill.

He stared fiercely at Ye Hanwen, speaking coldly: "Have you considered the consequences of this?"

Unfazed by the other's demeanor, Ye Hanwen responded firmly: "I don't need to consider consequences; I only know that three innocent people died at my mine, and the government's vile conduct continues!"

Seeing the situation becoming tense, Qi Yun hurried to mediate: "Mr. MP, please don't be angry. We don't mean to target you; we just hope you can understand our position, as many of your voters also work at our mine."

Upon hearing this, Ye Hanwen gritted his teeth but refrained from making further harsh remarks.

Seeing this, Qi Yun quickly added: "We don't ask you to do anything illegal, just to fairly and justly speak for our mine. I believe these videos will remain undisclosed."

Demira's fingers dug deeply into his palm, nearly piercing the flesh.

He stood up silently, walked to the window, and gazed at the street outside.

From his furrowed brows, his current struggle was evident.

Qi Yun and his companions weren't impatient, just quietly waiting.

After about five minutes, Demira turned around, his eyes locked onto Ye Hanwen, with an anger that had not yet dissipated.

"I will speak for your mine at the meeting the day after tomorrow, but remember, this is the only time. If you use these tactics to threaten me again, be prepared for mutual destruction."

His words were resolute, and Ye Hanwen could hear his seriousness. He knew that if he threatened Demira with these leverage again, it might truly push him to the opposite side.

As Demira's words fell, the living room clock chimed precisely at this moment.

Seeing their objective achieved, Qi Yun and his companions felt no need to stay further, so they stood up and said, "Mr. MP, rest assured, we only want to be treated fairly and justly. Those videos will disappear forever."

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