Chapter 850: 850
Chapter 850 – Disappointment
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After the bombing incident, the President of the International Olympic Committee, Mr . Samaranch, went to visit the victims at the hospital . No matter how much he wanted to arrest the bombing suspect, there was nothing he can do . As the President of the International Olympic Committee, he does have some powers, but he does not have investigation powers!
All Mr . Samaranch could do was to visit the victims and nothing else .
At this time, something unexpected happens . Mr . Samaranch’s secretary told him a Chinese businessman wants to donate a sum of money for the victims .
Actually, this was not necessary . Other than the two victims who passed away, the rest of the injured were covered by insurance when they bought the tickets . The insurance payouts were enough to cover their hospital bills .
Even if there is a shortfall, the Atlanta Government will make up the difference .
But the Atlanta Government and the US government did not mention anything about compensations to the victims as they felt this was an accident .
Now, an outsider, who was not involved, is willing to donate to the victims, and this made Mr . Samaranch very grateful .
No matter how much the donation was, it is goodwill and Mr . Samaranch immediately make arrangements to meet this person to express his thanks .
“Mr . Samaranch, I’m Feng Yu, from China . ” Feng Yu smiled and extended his hand .
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“Thank you, Mr . Feng, for your generosity . ” Samaranch shook Feng Yu’s hand .
Is Feng Yu representing the Chinese Government? China was bidding for the 2008 Olympic Games and had lost in its bid to host the 2000 Olympics Games by one vote .
Samaranch felt Feng Yu was too young and thought he should be the son of some Chinese government officials . In many countries, there are politician’s families, and he had met several young men from those families .
“I am just doing my part . I would like to donate 10 million USD to the victims . I hope they will get well soon .
Samaranch was shocked . 10 million USD?!
800,000 to 1 million USD is considered a significant donation to Samaranch . The victims’ medical expenses were covered by insurance and the US government, and he thought this Chinese young man will only make a small donation .
But Samaranch never thought this young man wanted to donate 10 million USD!
“Mr . Feng, I represent the International Olympic Committee to thank you . ” Samaranch shook Feng Yu’s hand again . He was at a loss of words .
“Don’t mention it . But this donation will not be made under my name . It will be under the BML company, and this is the check for 10 million USD . Please give me a receipt . ”
Donating as an individual is different from giving under a company . Using a company can create publicity and increase brand awareness . Samaranch doesn’t mind and will not reject it .
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Samaranch asked his secretary to prepare the receipt and was curious about this BML company . He had never heard of this company before . Is it a Chinese company?
“China must be proud to have a philanthropist like you . ” Samaranch thought for a while and said .
He thought since Feng Yu might be the son of a government official, he should be happy to hear this compliment .
Although Samaranch had misunderstood Feng Yu’s identity, Feng Yu was still happy to hear that . “No… I am proud to be Chinese . ”
At this moment, Samaranch could almost confirm Feng Yu is representing the Chinese government .
During China’s next bid to host the games, Samaranch will try to help China get more votes .
Both chatted for a while, and Feng Yu led the conversation to this year’s games .
“Sigh… I wonder if this incident will affect the athletes’ performances in the upcoming events . Never mind . This is also not something I should be worried about . ” Feng Yu purposely said .
Samaranch replied with a troubled look . “The athletes will surely be affected . Athletes from some countries had returned without competing . During yesterday’s events, lots of athletes could not concentrate and made mistakes . ”
“That’s so unfortunate . I thought this year’s games will be the most successful in history . ”
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During the closing ceremony of every Olympic Games, Samaranch will always say ‘This is the best Olympic Games in history’ during his closing speech .
But this tragic incident and the mess the US Olympic Games Committee created, had disappointed Samaranch .
“Most successful? I think this is the worst Olympic Games in history!” Samaranch replied angrily .
Feng Yu had achieved what he wanted . He had successfully made Samaranch angry . But this was not enough . Feng Yu wants to blow up this matter and shame the Organizing Committee!
“I heard the arrested suspect is innocent . The Americans are trying to cover up for their failure in protecting the visitors at the park . They lacked sportsmanship and is only using this event to make money . The Olympic Games had become a commercial activity . ”
Samaranch was about to say something, but his secretary returns with the donation receipt, and Feng Yu left without giving Samaranch a chance to explain .
Not long after Feng Yu left, some reporters came to interview Samaranch . They want to hear what the International Olympic Committee has to say about the bombing incident and the arrested suspect .
Samaranch’s anger immediately explodes! He had lots to say earlier, but Feng Yu had left . Now, he could no longer hold back!
“My views? You are talking about that person who is arrested? Everyone can tell that person is not the suspect! How can such a thing happen during the Olympic Games? I am very disappointed with Atlanta’s security! This is my view!”
Samaranch’s reply was considered mild as he did not bash the US government and only mentioned Atlanta .
The reporter was shocked to hear Samaranch’s reply . Samaranch said the arrested person is not the actual bomber?
“This year’s games had broken many records . Are you satisfied with this year’s Olympic Games?” The reporter quickly changes the subject .
“Satisfied? After the bombing incident, you want to know if I am satisfied? If you are in my position, are you satisfied? If you really want me to answer, then my answer can only be utterly disappointed! I am not in the mood for interviews now . A philanthropist had just donated 10 million USD to the victims of the bombing, and I have lots of work to do . ” Samaranch stood up and left . He does not want to speak a single word with this reporter!
The reporter was shocked by Samaranch’s outburst . Utterly disappointment?!
This is definitely tomorrow’s headlines!!!
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