America 1919-Chapter 822 - 281. The relationship with the Rockefeller Family began to become subtle_3

Chapter 822: 281. The relationship with the Rockefeller Family began to become subtle_3

Donnie excitedly opened Winston Churchill’s reply letter. After all, Churchill was one of the big three leaders during World War II. Getting in touch with him would secure Donnie the opportunity to profit greatly from the United Kingdom’s war endeavors!

In the reply letter to Donnie, Churchill’s tone was not excited, and even somewhat stiff, but he still expressed his gratitude and thanks for Donnie’s support.

After reading the letter, Donnie handed it to Walker.

After reading it, Walker couldn’t help but criticize: “What does he mean by this, why the reservation?”

Donnie chuckled and said, “It’s just a common ailment of politicians, always wanting to appear as if they still hold many cards, but in reality, his willingness to reply has already shown that he’s not that confident anymore!”

Walker continued to critique, “If that’s the case, he should have been more sincere!”

Donnie smiled, “Just wait for the second and third letters, his tone will change. However, just political funding is not enough. I have studied Winston Churchill carefully; he is a very ambitious person. Such a person, as a politician, will always want to keep the upper hand. We need to hold more leverage to form a deeper alliance with him!”

“You think highly of him? By the way, this person has a stammer!”

Walker reminded Donnie, as stuttering is definitely a disadvantage for a politician.

Donnie couldn’t reveal Churchill’s future achievements to Walker but made up an excuse, saying, “We don’t have much foundation in the United Kingdom; too powerful a person wouldn’t accept our support, right?”

Walker thought about it and agreed, considering the Astor Family did have branches in the UK, but they were miles apart, and their relationship wasn’t that deep which even Walker wouldn’t believe.

Especially since Walker personally visited the UK and, although he received high-level treatment, he could still sense the estrangement.

Fortunately, Walker paved his way with money, and by the time he returned to the United States, he had become true kin with the Astor Family in the United Kingdom.

“It is quite difficult to achieve things in the United Kingdom; their people have an almost pathological pride, and they look down on foreigners!”

Walker warned Donnie!

Donnie nodded, understanding the British character well. In another timeline, the United Kingdom no longer carried the glory of The Sun Never Sets Empire, but they still maintained their pride, always believing that their lineage was noble!

Initially, those old money figures who looked down on the Vanderbilt Family were actually largely British nobility immigrants!

Moreover, organizations like the Skull and Bones, founded by people such as Alfonso Taft, initially had a membership requirement—being a British noble immigrant!

“We don’t need us, you forgot about Gilbert Thomas. He is our best spokesperson in England!”

Regarding the layout in the United Kingdom, Donnie had long had plans in mind!

“I indeed forgot about him!” Walker laughed carelessly, then asked, “But still, although Gilbert Thomas is now relying on your financial power for development, as he is far from us, can you ensure this person will always obey?”

Donnie replied, “Before you arrived, Gilbert Thomas had already written to me. He is now ready to enter the steel industry in the UK but given his current financial and influence, he definitely can’t achieve this on his own, which is why he needs our funding.

I have already explained in the reply that we can provide him the funds, but both parties will share certain shares, and furthermore, Breton Bank will also establish a branch in the United Kingdom. The first location chosen will be Birmingham, which means their funds will be under our control!”

Walker pondered a bit and replied, “If that’s the case, there’s no problem on a broad scale; the rest are just details.”

Donnie nodded. Details could be fatal; they require a prolonged period to perfect bit by bit.

“Well, we’ve discussed enough about the UK for now. Originally, Waldorf Astor wanted more benefits before agreeing to sort out the oil pipeline issue for us, but seeing so many MPs on our side, he no longer brought it up!”

Walker leaned on the sofa, with a smile on his face.

Donnie said, “Morgan intervened, but it’s good this way, letting the other party believe that besides him, we have more connections in the UK, so he will not make excessive demands anymore!

Walker responded with a nod, acknowledging that Waldorf Astor’s change of attitude towards Walker was influenced not only by money but also because of this incident!

“Since we have finished talking about the UK, let’s talk about the United States!”

Walker spoke to Donnie.

“What about it?”

Donnie asked.

“It’s about the Astor Family’s financial troubles. With the Rockefeller Family investing in Citibank, the Astor Family’s influence in Citibank has been diminishing. I trust your Breton Bank more than Citibank!”

Walker said earnestly.

The Rockefeller Family’s intention to contend against Morgan was apparent everywhere. Not only did they control Chase Bank, but they were also constantly planning for Citibank, having now become its second-largest shareholder.

The success of the Rockefellers’ entry was essentially the current Citibank helm, the Stillman Family, inviting a wolf into their midst, only that the Stillman Family has not yet realized this wolf’s presence!

Donnie mused, “This is a tricky issue!”

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Walker also remarked, “I knew it would be difficult, which is why I came to discuss it with you!”