The "Blue Roof Project" personally promoted by Speaker Ribbs is a private matter for the Chicago City Government.

The city’s finance department was not at all ambiguous. The day after winning the bid, US$500 million was deposited into the Black Rabbit Project’s account.

As soon as the money arrived, Alfred first transferred 300 million US dollars to the account of the Ribbs Foundation. Once all the money entered the Ribbs Foundation managed by Frank, it became Ribbs's personal property in disguise.

In addition, you don’t have to do the project yourself after you get it, you can just find the next party to subcontract it out.

The final outcome of the entire plan is not important; what is important is that the preliminary publicity must be in place.

Under Alfred's arrangement, slogans such as "Blue Roof Project - Reshaping Chicago's New Future" were posted all over the streets and alleys of Chicago.

On the huge billboard, the rendering shows blue and white roofs undulating, forming a spectacular "blue ocean", symbolizing safety, livability and infinite hope.

At the official groundbreaking ceremony of the project, all the powerful political figures in Chicago were present and the flash cameras were on.

Mayor Jefferson, his face flushed, was delivering a passionate speech to the densely packed audience of reporters, city officials, excited community representatives, and citizens who had come to hear the news:

"...Ladies and gentlemen! The Blue Roof Project is more than just an urban renovation project; it's a declaration that this city is taking back control of its own destiny! Today, as we lay the foundation stone here, we are building a dream home, constructing a sturdy fortress to withstand the elements for every Chicagoan! This groundbreaking project is inseparable from our greatest guardian, elected with the highest vote, who defends city order with thunderous measures and leads the city's future with infinite vision—Council Speaker Reebs!"

Jefferson turned sideways, pointed at Ribbs with the most exaggerated gesture of introduction, and led the applause.

Instantly, applause surged like a tide, and countless eyes filled with admiration and expectation focused on Reeves. The reporters' cameras were even more focused on him, capturing every expression on his face.

Ribbs had an impeccable smile on his face, and his angular features looked strong and charming in the sunlight.

He waved to the audience, nodded slightly, and his every gesture was filled with the composure and strength of a politician. This smile was a perfect mask he had honed through countless life-and-death games and political struggles.

"Thank you, Mayor Jefferson, and thank you, the citizens of Chicago, for your trust." Reeves' voice, steady and powerful, carried throughout the construction site through the microphone. "The Blue Roof Project is the result of the collective wisdom of the city government, the City Council, and all the citizens. We promise to make it a reality with the highest standards and at the fastest speed!"

The cheers from the audience grew even louder. Community representatives excitedly hugged each other, and ordinary citizens' faces were filled with beautiful visions of their future homes.

Reporters were quickly recording the event, and the headlines for mainstream media outlets like the Chicago Tribune, the Sun, and CNN were almost ready in advance:

Dreams Become Reality! Grand Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Blue Roof Project: Chicago Opens a New Chapter

Speaker Thunder, a pioneer in livelihood! Ribbs leads the Blue Roof Project to ignite hope in the city

From Crisis to Rebirth: How did Ribbs lead Chicago's "Blue Revolution"?

Rarely seen in a century! Mayor and speaker join forces to promote the largest public welfare project in history

In everyone's eyes, Reeves has transformed from a gang leader who is well versed in street rules and a ruthless avenger to the savior of Chicago, an outstanding leader and doer rarely seen in a century.

The groundbreaking ceremony reached its climax. Reebok, Jefferson, and several symbolic community representatives, armed with gold-plated shovels, symbolically laid the first shovel of earth on the pre-prepared concrete base. Spotlights flashed, transforming the building into a bright daylight.

The ceremony ended and the crowd began to disperse. With a satisfied smile, Reeves walked towards his private car surrounded by people.

He patted Alfred's arm pretentiously and whispered, "The Black Rabbit Project and the Blue Roof Project are now up to you! Do a good job, the Chicago City Government has high hopes for you!"

Alfred maintained a proper smile on his face: "Mr. Speaker, please rest assured that everything is going according to plan."

Surrounded by bodyguards, Reeves and Alfred got into the fortress-like Cadillac Escalade.

The car door slammed shut, shutting out the outside world's heat and noise. Inside, only the low hum of the air conditioner filled the air.

Alfred's expression returned to his usual composure. He handed over a document and said, "Speaker, the first batch of construction materials has arrived, and the construction site's safety monitoring network is fully covered. Our subcontractor is Cornerstone Construction, and their boss is very obedient."

"Yeah." Reeves nodded. "You can handle this matter. You don't need to report to me. But... you must ensure the quality of the project."

"I understand." Alfred continued, "Also, the Red Blood Gang sent a briefing saying they 'visited' one of Thorn's newly acquired plots of land last night. Thorn Group's stock in New York, SORN, plummeted another 7% today, and it's likely on the verge of collapse..."

The good news of the Thorne Group's collapse reported by Alfred passed by his ears, but it only brought a fleeting, cold pleasure, like the brief paralysis after a poisonous snake bite.

"Yeah. Keep a close eye on it." Reeves replied indifferently.

He lay back, leaning against the expensive leather seat, his back sunken in, but he didn't feel comfortable at all.

The image of Ao Guanhai lying in the hospital bed suddenly appeared in front of him.

"Brother, let's just forget about it this time! Don't seek revenge anymore!"

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