At this time in the capital (Beijing), the Parliament of the Republic of China passed another resolution. The Parliament spokesman held a press conference. Facing reporters from all over the world, the spokesman of the Parliament of the Republic of China said loudly: "Given the current situation where slave labor is extensively used in US cotton production, the Chinese Parliament has passed a resolution prohibiting the import of goods made by slaves into China!"

The reporters were shocked by this news. Next, the reporter from *Le Figaro* got the chance to ask, 'May I ask, how did the Chinese Parliament confirm this news?'

"Please, gentlemen reporters, look at the latest report from the International Human Rights Organization. It is stated very clearly in the report!"

"May I ask, can this news be confirmed?"

"The International Human Rights Organization conducted a very detailed investigation. The report clearly states the scope of the investigation, who the specific victims are, and in which areas of which states." After introducing the source of information, the Chinese Parliament spokesman emphasized his tone, "When a cockroach is found in a room, it proves that there are already hundreds of cockroaches in the room. Those who continue to use slaves know American law very well. They use the child labor content in American law to complete the legal procedures for adoption of actual slaves, and then they can use slaves completely openly.

From this, it can be seen that the US government is a barbaric government. As a civilized country, China has an obligation to support human rights. Therefore, the Chinese Parliament believes that even if China suffers economic losses because it cannot buy cheap cotton, we must firmly support human rights. No buying, no killing. The Chinese Parliament legislates to prohibit Chinese merchants from buying cotton and textiles produced by slaves. At the same time, the Chinese Parliament also calls on the parliaments of civilized countries all over the world to legislate to prohibit the purchase of cotton and textiles produced by slaves. Only by overcoming the bottomless pursuit of profit can the world become more civilized!"

After listening to the impassioned exposition of the Chinese Parliament spokesman, news telegrams flew to all parts of the world. After reading the briefing on this matter, the US Ambassador to China in Beijing looked grim.

If it were just a trade dispute between China and the US, the US could still drag it out. After all, compared with the United States, China was still a weak country. But the He Rui government had no intention of dragging it out. The US Ambassador to China was not a China expert, but he still understood that the national organizational models of China and the US were different. Both were parliaments (congresses), but the US Congress was one of the three branches of power in the separation of powers, representing American public opinion. The independence of the Chinese Parliament was far less high than that of the US Congress. Moreover, with a super-strong leader like He Rui in China now, the Chinese Parliament could probably be regarded as an institution under He Rui.

Now He Rui was using the Parliament, this public opinion institution, to launch an attack, calling on countries all over the world to ban the purchase of US cotton and textiles. If this matter really became true, the US economy and international status would inevitably suffer a huge blow.

Besides immediately sending a telegram to the US State Department, the US Ambassador to China also considered how to deal with this matter. But he couldn't find a way in a short time. He Rui's methods were very insidious. The Chinese government and Parliament always emphasized, 'China's actions against the US have nothing to do with the "Chinese Exclusion Act". Please do not misunderstand this!'

Based on such emphasis, the Chinese Parliament started from the height of 'civilization and human rights', attacking US-produced cotton as slave cotton. And that 'International Human Rights Organization', acting as He Rui's thug, conducted secret investigations privately. Now with both human testimony and material evidence, the US government didn't even have a way to refute it.

Thinking that He Rui could actually package political realism so perfectly with idealism, the US Ambassador to China felt admiration amidst his annoyance. He felt that if He Rui were cut open, probably from head to toe, from outside to inside, every cell would be black.

Just then, the phone rang. The Ambassador was in no mood to answer the phone. His secretary picked up the receiver and listened for a moment, then asked in surprise, "Is it true? ...Are you sure? ...I will inform the Ambassador now."

Putting down the phone, the secretary said to the Ambassador who looked puzzled, "The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs just asked you to prepare. Chairman He Rui invites you to dinner this afternoon."

The US Ambassador to China was stunned. The US Foreign Affairs Committee had ordered him to discuss this matter with He Rui. previously, the Ambassador to China had requested to see He Rui many times, but was politely refused. Why did He Rui want to meet now?

Because he understood He Rui's methods, the US Ambassador instinctively felt uneasy. A guy like He Rui could absolutely not be unprepared. But at this time, did he have any other choice but to meet He Rui?

More than an hour later, outside the residence of the Chairman of the Republic of China, He Rui personally welcomed the US Ambassador who came to the banquet. There were many reporters outside the door. He Rui stepped forward and naturally held the US Ambassador's arm, as if the two were old friends who had known each other for a long time.

Seeing this intimate action, reporters from various countries began to snap photos. He Rui laughed, "Please, let's go in together." He pulled the US Ambassador into the Chairman's residence.

When the big iron gate behind them closed, He Rui naturally and coldly let go of the US Ambassador's arm and naturally opened the distance between the two.

Seeing that He Rui could act to such an extent, the US Ambassador couldn't help saying, "Mr. Chairman, why did you let the Chinese Parliament pass such a law?"

"I have no power to order the Parliament to pass any law, nor will I order the Parliament to pass any law. Regarding the prohibition of purchasing products produced by slaves, my personal view is that one must have a bottom line in life."

The US Ambassador almost wanted to curse in his heart. 'One must have a bottom line in life? I think you should be a human first!'

But cursing inwardly was fine; saying it out loud was absolutely not allowed. As long as the US Ambassador offended He Rui in the slightest verbally, He Rui would immediately expel the US Ambassador and publicize the offensive content. At that time, the US Ambassador would not only lose his job but also his future career.

Diplomats can stick to principles and adapt to changes, but they must strictly observe politeness.

Many people had already taken their seats in the dining room of He Rui's residence. There were ambassadors from several countries and officials from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This deprived the US Ambassador of the space to talk privately with He Rui. Entering the dining room, He Rui walked to the main seat and sat down. After the US Ambassador sat in the seat reserved for him, He Rui laughed, "Gentlemen, I heard from colleagues in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs that you have always felt that my not holding dinner parties seemed too cold. I must explain for myself; I am not cold, but too busy."

Hearing He Rui speak so honestly, diplomats from various countries laughed. Now all countries believed He Rui was a leader with brilliant military capabilities. He had been fighting wars all these years; how could he not be busy?

He Rui let everyone laugh for a while before continuing, "Now the world has entered an era of peace and stability, and I am also willing to have more contact with you. In the future, if I continue to hold dinner parties and receptions, I hope everyone can come."

Since He Rui spoke so politely, the diplomats naturally wouldn't let these words fall to the ground, and expressed one after another that they would definitely come.

The head chef of this dinner party asked He Rui in a low voice, "Chairman, can we start?"

He Rui nodded. "Yes, thank you."

Before long, dishes were served one by one. Compared with Chinese cuisine, cuisines of countries around the world, even if not culinary deserts, at least couldn't compare. Soon, the aroma lingered in the room. He Rui raised his wine glass and made a toast, "Gentlemen, let us toast to world peace!"

"To world peace." Diplomats from various countries echoed one after another. As everyone drank this glass of wine, the banquet began.

Everyone at the banquet ate, drank, and chatted, and the atmosphere seemed very harmonious. According to the rules, diplomats from various countries had to toast He Rui. The US Ambassador waited silently; fortunately, the Chinese food was delicious, so the wait wasn't boring.

Finally, when it was the US Ambassador's turn, he raised his glass and stood up, "I wish Mr. Chairman good health, and wish China and the US can get rid of misunderstandings as soon as possible."

He Rui also stood up. "I think there might be a misunderstanding internationally now, thinking that I can decide everything in China. I want to clarify to you all, I am only the elected leader of the Republic of China. The Chinese central government has the State Council, and China has a Parliament. These have no subordinate relationship with me personally. I personally have a good impression of the American people, and I think China and the US should always maintain friendly relations. So, cheers to Sino-US friendship."

Professional diplomatic smiles appeared on the faces of diplomats from various countries, but at least British Minister to China Miles Lampson couldn't help complaining in his heart. He had heard He Rui say several times that Japan was He Rui's second hometown and He Rui had deep feelings for the Japanese people. However, after He Rui took power, he initiated a war against his second hometown Japan, killing hundreds of thousands of Japanese. Now He Rui was wishing for 'Sino-US friendship to last forever', while the He Rui regime was carrying out a fierce attack on the United States with quite a high tone. From these things, He Rui was indeed an excellent diplomat, playing the game of hitting and pulling so smoothly.

The US Ambassador had no other way at this time but to express 'Sino-US friendship lasts forever' together. As for whether there was friendship between China and the US, at least the US Ambassador didn't feel it.

Night fell, and the banquet proceeded in a peaceful and friendly atmosphere. While in New York, it was early morning. Michael, Chairman of the US Textile Association, climbed up from his female companion in bed. After a morning romp, he felt in a good mood but hungry. After rinsing in the shower for a while, Michael took a car to a shop in New York.

Looking at the decoration style, the owner of this BBQ restaurant should be a southerner. Although it was just past 7 in the morning, the door was already open. The wood in the barbecue pit was already burning. A tall black man was continuing to smear barbecue sauce and sprinkle various spice powders on the pork ribs that were already half-cooked.

Seeing Michael get out of the car parked at the door, the black man greeted with a pure southern accent, "Mr. Michael, hello. Do you think the traditional flavor is okay?"

"Of course, Freddy, I just like the traditional flavor." Michael said as he sat down. He had taken today's newspaper when he went out. After reading for a while, Michael's eyes widened. Just then, another car stopped behind Michael's car, and Rockefeller walked out holding a newspaper.

There was only this one table of guests in the empty BBQ restaurant at this time. Who would run to eat roasted ribs early in the morning? Sitting down next to Michael, Rockefeller threw the newspaper in his hand on the table. "You saw it, right?"

Michael put down the newspaper in his hand and asked in disbelief, "China actually appealed to the whole world; is He Rui crazy?"

"Even if He Rui is crazy, what does the US government plan to do? Declare war?" Rockefeller asked. After speaking, he sniffed again; the smell of roasted pork ribs in the air was very good, which raised Rockefeller's evaluation of Michael a bit. Michael was not only good at picking up girls but also not bad at finding gourmet restaurants. That is to say, Michael pursued the quality of his life very much.

Michael didn't know how to express his feelings for a moment. The United States had been subjected to various tariff restrictions in trade over the years. The contradiction between China and the US was originally an economic contradiction, so it was not strange to be subjected to China's tariff restrictions. But China's move was really very sharp. Previously, the Great Powers actually knew it was meaningless; everyone's hands were stained with blood, having slaughtered tens of millions of people. It was just a gesture.

But the current China actually really had the moral high ground, because this Great Power, China, was really very innocent. Of course, if one had to say something, one could count 'killing people in war' in. But no one would pay attention to such nonsense.

Moreover, this time China was very sharp. It started by building a global system against US textiles. If China really succeeded in this matter, the United States would inevitably suffer a heavy blow. Especially the US textile industry, it could be said to be a catastrophe.

Therefore, Michael had to reflect on whether he had underestimated He Rui too much.