America 1919

Chapter 1390: 481: The Main Business of Breton Bank (Part 2)

Chapter 1390: Chapter 481: The Main Business of Breton Bank (Part 2)

The relationship between the United States and Spain is not good. By the end of the last century, Spain, the once maritime hegemon, was on the decline, while the United States was young and vigorous. In the 19th century, the idea of so-called “Manifest Destiny” expansionism emerged in the US, deepening Americans’ thirst for land.

Through annexation, purchase, and various other means, by 1867, the territory of the United States had already reached over 9.2 million square kilometers.

As it became more successful, the United States began eyeing colonies, but at that time, it dared not challenge countries like Britain and France, so the declining Spain became its target.

At that time, Spain’s colonies were reduced to Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines in Asia.

At this point, Spain’s colonies in the Caribbean, Cuba, and Puerto Rico, were located at America’s doorstep, held important strategic value, and were rich in natural resources, something the US had coveted, especially Cuba, for a long time.

Under such circumstances, a war broke out between the United States and Spain, and naturally, the young and vibrant United States emerged victorious, and Spain lost!

Under such circumstances, the relationship between the two countries would not be good.

So Donnie said, selling M4 tanks to Spain is something that the White House would not agree to.

“I know of your relationship with the White House, Mr. Block. If you want to do such things, can’t you convince the White House?” Miguel Rivera asked.

Donnie nodded and said, “I do not deny that I have some influence in the White House, but Mr. Rivera, you should know that in the United States, there are not only the Block Family but many forces, enough to ruin this business deal.

Moreover, I believe, and you should believe too, that as a company, we more than anyone wish to sell our products to every country in the world, because that’s how we can gain more wealth!”

Miguel Rivera agreed with Donnie’s statement, if his country had a military factory like Ares Military Industry, he would not allow it to sell M4 tanks to the United States either.

“Alright, then let’s talk about the AK47 issue first!”

Donnie nodded and started discussing the AK47 transaction with Miguel Rivera.

During this period, Donnie mentioned one thing, which was that this transaction’s cash would go through Breton Bank’s account.

Miguel Rivera was also aware that Donnie hadn’t given up on making him and Alfonso XIII place their funds in Breton Bank.

But thinking that it was just a normal business transaction, there was naturally no problem!

“Alright, Mr. Block, you should believe. I personally am very willing to maintain a friendly relationship with you, Mr. Block!”

Donnie laughed heartily and said, “I am aware of that, otherwise, I wouldn’t be sitting here today!”

After happily conversing for a while, Donnie left Miguel Rivera’s villa and returned to the hotel where he was staying.

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Mexico, Mexico City, Presidential Office.

Warren Wagner arrived here, and at this moment, Warren Wagner was earnestly introducing himself to Calles.

“Hello, Mr. President. I am Warren Wagner, the general manager of Breton Bank, and I’m very pleased that you could find time in your busy schedule to meet me!”

Calles naturally knew why Warren Wagner came. Since previously accepting Edson Araujo’s suggestion, Calles began arranging to transfer his deposits from Breton Bank little by little.

Now that Warren Wagner is here, it must be for this matter!

“Mr. Wagner, I admire your courage for daring to come to Mexico at this time!”

Calles’s tone was not particularly friendly when facing Warren Wagner.

Warren Wagner could understand Calles’s attitude, after all, the opponent’s enemies are now close to being ousted with the support of his own boss. If he were Calles, his attitude might be even worse!

“I am the general manager of Breton Bank, a businessman, and I believe that someone as important as Mr. President can certainly distinguish between public matters and personal matters!”

Calles waved his hand somewhat impatiently and said: “Alright, you don’t need to say those things, I understand your meaning, but I can tell you that I will not change my decision. Since you are here now, I can formally notify you. I hope your bank can transfer all the funds from my account in one go next.”

Warren Wagner nodded and said: “Of course, as long as Mr. President has truly decided, I can telegraph my colleagues at Breton Bank after leaving your place, instructing them to transfer all your funds in Breton Bank to the bank account you specify according to your requirements!”

Calles was slightly stunned, as he could be certain that Warren Wagner came here to persuade him not to move the funds from Breton Bank.

But the other’s attitude now…

A curious Calles couldn’t help but ask: “Aren’t you here to persuade me?”

“Of course I came to persuade Mr. President, but the principle of Breton Bank is to consider everything from the perspective of our customers. Since Mr. President wants to transfer the funds from our bank, naturally we also need to serve Mr. President.”

At this point, Warren Wagner paused, then continued: “I know Mr. President wants to transfer the funds due to the current relationship between you and our boss, which led to this decision.

But I want to remind Mr. President that Breton Bank, as one of the core enterprises of the Venus Consortium, would not ruin its reputation over such matters.

Before I came, our boss specially wrote me a telegram, in which the boss personally instructed to ensure that we make the most advantageous choice for you, Mr. President!”

Calles chuckled and said: “Donnie Block is worried that if he does something, it might threaten Breton Bank’s reputation!”

“Mr. President sees it clearly!” Warren Wagner smiled and continued: “But our boss also instructed me to ask Mr. President one question, which is if the government forces of Mexico eventually do lose to Aguirre and Escovar’s rebels, then which country would Mr. President go to in the future?”

Upon hearing Warren Wagner’s question, Calles’s expression suddenly changed.

This was something Calles had been pondering lately. Aguirre and Escovar’s rebels were getting stronger, while the government forces were continuously defeated.

Under such circumstances, Calles could not avoid considering these matters.

Europe and Asia are too chaotic, South America, and Africa too poor, the places he could choose from were not many, and in this situation, the United States had naturally become his first choice!

Seeing Calles’s expression, Warren Wagner continued with a smile: “Mr. President, if by any chance such a situation really occurs, and at that time, you are no longer in a partnership with our Breton Bank, then losing entire Mexico, you may become our enemy.

Do you think, under such circumstances, you could still withstand our attacks?”

Calles abruptly stood up, slamming a palm on the table with such force that his guards rushed in with guns drawn.

“Warren Wagner, do you know that by saying this, I could directly execute you?”

Under the muzzle of the gun, Warren Wagner was not flustered; he merely said calmly: “I naturally believe, however, Mr. President, I can clearly tell you that when I came into your room today, I had already considered all possible consequences.

But, Mr. President, can you bear such consequences?”

At this point, Calles was almost exploding with anger, but the last bit of rationality allowed Calles to calm down.

At this moment, anger could not solve any problems!