Chapter 193, Dominance

Seizing the opportunity to loot during a fire isn't so easy either, especially when it touches upon the strategic security of a nation. President Akillae Para Gomez couldn't make a decision lightly.

"Sorry, Mr. Nino. If we can't guarantee the security of the Panama area, we won't restart the Canal project."

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No agreement was reached, and Nino left with a furrowed brow. He was certain that President Akillae Para Gomez had been tempted when discussing the loan, but still, the negotiations were rejected.

Indeed, a hundred million Francs of interest-free loans wasn't the bottom line for the French, just a bait thrown out. Unfortunately, the Colombian Government simply wouldn't bite.

Leaving the Presidential Palace, Nino got into a luxurious carriage. He instructed the coachman, "To the French Embassy."

His recent experience had made it clear to him that without official intervention, the Colombian Government wouldn't take risks with them.