My American magical life
Chapter 952 - 952 80 Gobbling 3 - Aunt's Appetite Is Somewhat Big

952: Chapter 80: Gobbling 3 – Aunt’s Appetite Is Somewhat Big 952: Chapter 80: Gobbling 3 – Aunt’s Appetite Is Somewhat Big Friends who often read novels know that in most xianxia-themed stories, the protagonist often clashes with villains over some fortuitous encounters or treasures.

Afterward, the protagonist kills a first-level villain, then the villain faction sends a first-level peak expert.

By the time the protagonist advances to the second level to crush the new villain, here comes a second-level pinnacle expert.

And so it continues, generation after generation, with no end in sight.

It feels as though the villains in the books aren’t humans, but a hive mind controlled by collective consciousness.

They don’t have individual agendas; their only purpose seems to be cleaning up messes.

By the time the villains have progressed from first-level to post-doctoral expertise, the book would have amassed at least 1-2 million watered-down words.

When the author feels it’s about time, they then introduce a map change for the protagonist.

From there, the protagonist begins leveling up all over again.

This trope is simply outrageously repetitive.

In reality, under logical reasoning, even the heroic faction has internal conflicts, never mind the villains.

From the perspective of confrontation, Cheng Daqi and Niusen can be considered opposing forces.

Undoubtedly, both parties wish the other would drop dead, yet they are equally shrewd and calculating.

For the sake of interests, they both chose to work with the demons hidden in their hearts.

For the sake of profits, Niusen acted in front of his own aunt, his political mentor Nanxi, until Nanxi couldn’t hold back her criticism and ultimately gave up on him.

“Aunt, the situation in California is complicated, you know that.”

Geweil, seeing his older brother being harshly scolded by their aunt, quickly chimed in to offer support.

Nanxi was practically gnashing her teeth as she suppressed her rage, directly exposing the little schemes swirling in her nephews’ minds.

“Haha, you two are something else, huh?

The party’s factions are numerous; has that ever been a new thing?

Why do you think this problem can be solved under your control?

What, Niusen, are you a genius?

Or is it, hahaha, Will, that you’re the genius?

You both are just too extraordinary.”

Madam Speaker ranted furiously, spitting accusations as her simmering anger boiled over.

“I’m not furious because you’ve skewed the California Clique’s position and actions.

That’s nothing; at worst, I can simply remove you from your seat as Governor.

A Governor’s position—that’s nothing, plenty of people can fill that role!”

What makes someone a true big shot?

This is what makes a big shot.

Nanxi, the old political fox, has maneuvered throughout America’s political scene for years.

While she hasn’t done much good, her clout in America’s realm of power is unmistakably strong.

Niusen dares to act out?

She can kick him aside with ease!

“Aunt, I was wrong…”

Niusen, for his part, wasn’t afraid, acting as though anyone could deliver harsh words.

They’re all playing the political game.

If I were thirty years old now, rewinding twenty years, then maybe I’d fear you not helping me progress.

But now, my dear aunt, I happen to be one of your main political heirs.

If you kick me aside, where will you find another suitable successor?

Even if you boot me from the Governor’s seat?

Heh~

Be careful when you retire; your whole family might end up on people’s hit lists, all ruthlessly ousted!

Of course, of course, Niusen’s inner thoughts were laced with darkness, but outwardly, he still maintained a contrite and obedient demeanor.

If criticism must come, then he would dutifully go through the motions.

“Child, my anger stems from your disregard for our collective interests.

When you chose to sell out the California Clique to the California Elephant Party, did you even consider our opinions?”

Nanxi, with keen insight, quickly identified the core issues in Niusen’s so-called explanations.

If conditions were right and circumstances allowed, the California Clique could indeed ally with the California Elephant Party—but that decision isn’t one for Niusen alone to make!

Had it been brought up?

Was it discussed collectively?

You leveraged the strength of the group to claim the Governorship.

What gives you the audacity to walk alone and bring disaster upon us?

“Aunt, I didn’t do anything; it was merely some preliminary intentions, nothing more!”

The Governor of Bengbu was holding back his frustrations.

Of course, he wanted to communicate with Nanxi and the others, but the conditions weren’t favorable.

He couldn’t very well admit he’d made a colossal mistake, could he?

The last Californian upheaval—I hinted pretty clearly back then!

Aunt, what do you mean, exactly?

Indeed, during the previous Californian chaos, Nanxi, Niusen, and other California Clique big shots had secret exchanges.

Their consensus was to endure for now, take a step back, and avoid being the straw that breaks the camel’s back.

In simple terms, under the immense pressure of a prolonged Federal Government shutdown, they chickened out.

Since then, Niusen’s passive situation has never improved, yet he’s always held an unwavering confidence that he could orchestrate schemes to get the better of Cheng Daqi.

But today, things finally spiraled out of control.

“Why are you yelling?

Niusen, you’re not a child anymore.

Why are you still so juvenile?

Why is the Great Commander investigating BEC?

Is it because of its plummeting value?

It’s because you, this shabi, went and endorsed that scam project!”

“Childish.”

For political figures, being labeled as ‘childish’ is worse than being called vile, bastard, moron, or spineless combined.

From another perspective, it’s roughly double the sting of being told, ‘You’re as smart as Will.’

“Aunt, that statement is too presumptuous.

He’s just a lunatic, and besides, the rift between him and you is significant.

So, could it be that…”

Niusen’s words were incredibly disrespectful.

Sure, you’re the most prominent figure in the California Clique now and my dear aunt, but so what?

You’re just another big-tailed wolf, so why act like a naive husky?

“Why don’t you make yourself clearer?”

Nanxi stared at her “good nephew” expressionlessly, suppressing her fury as she spoke.

“Hey, stop fighting.

Bro, you were definitely in the wrong here.

You need to balance everyone’s interests!”

Will, despite having screwed Niusen over and being ridiculously foolish, somehow still had Niusen entrusting him with important tasks.

Why?