novelraw Chapter 1393: 483: Competing with Swiss Banks for Business
Chapter 1393: 483: Competing with Swiss Banks for Business
Chapter 1393: Chapter 483: Competing with Swiss Banks for Business
Mexico City, Presidential Office!
Aguirre and Escovar, under the protection of their men, were taking in the scenery here.
It wasn’t their first time at the Presidential Office, but previously they had come as subordinates and were always on edge, fearing Calles might find fault with them.
But now things were different; this time they were here as masters.
“Ha ha!”
Aguirre suddenly burst into hearty laughter, laughing without restraint, things they never dared to imagine had now become reality!
Escovar also wore a broad smile, but upon closer observation, one could see a hint of worry in his smile.
Though they had taken Mexico City and captured Calles, solidifying their position, it didn’t mean everything was settled.
How should Calles be dealt with?
How should the remaining resistance forces be pacified?
How should they govern this country?
How should they settle those who once fought alongside them for power?
With great power in their hands, in which direction would the relationship between him and Aguirre go?
Besides, countless issues awaited their attention.
“Generals, the time for celebration is still ahead; maybe we can discuss the matters at hand now!”
Breaking his silence, Warren Wagner, who had entered the Presidential Office with them by invitation, spoke up.
“Indeed, it is not yet time for unrestrained laughter!”
Aguirre, unconcerned, sat on the seat that once belonged to Calles.
Seeing this, Escovar said nothing and simply sat down on another sofa.
“Mr. Wagner, when you meet Mr. Block, please convey both mine and Escovar’s most sincere gratitude to him; without his support, we couldn’t have agreed to this war!”
Aguirre spoke with a wide smile.
Warren Wagner smiled and said, “Certainly!”
At this moment, Escovar suddenly spoke up: “Aguirre, I feel that besides asking Mr. Wagner to deliver our thanks, we should each write a letter to express our gratitude to Mr. Block!”
“Absolutely!” Aguirre slapped his forehead and laughed, “Look how forgetful I am, I almost forgot about this!”
Warren Wagner once again expressed his gratitude to them, then continued.
“Commanders, before coming to Mexico, Mr. Block had once tested me with something, but I was too dull and failed to answer it. Now that you commanders are here, perhaps you could help me understand it!”
Aguirre gestured expansively and laughed, “Mr. Wagner, go ahead and ask.”
Escovar, however, took a serious look at Warren Wagner. What Donnie had discussed with him now was being addressed in this manner, indicating this wasn’t simple.
Warren Wagner laughed and said, “Here’s the thing, when I came, our boss had asked me why the Venus Consortium’s business in Texas had to be handled by the Council, and why the Council members had to take turns as chairman!
Unfortunately, I was too dull at the time and couldn’t understand its meaning.
Upon coming to Mexico, I heard that Obregon and Calles had also agreed on a system of alternating as President of Mexico.
Commanders, you surely are familiar with them, and I think you might be able to enlighten me!”
“Oh, that’s simple!” Without much thought, Aguirre said, “Mr. Block wanted the Texas Council members to take turns as chairman to prevent any single individual’s power from becoming too excessive and to maintain internal balance within the company. As for Mexico, it’s because the Mexican Constitution prohibits a person from serving consecutive presidential terms, so Obregon and Calles both…”
At this point, Aguirre abruptly stopped, despite his open nature, this didn’t mean Aguirre wasn’t thoughtful. On the contrary, an unthinking person couldn’t have initiated a rebellion and succeeded, even with Donnie’s support in the process.
After figuring out the implications, Aguirre suddenly stood up from Calles’s former seat and sat opposite Escovar.
With a smile, he said: “Escovar, I got a bit carried away just now!”
Escovar, also smiling, said: “It’s alright, you and I shouldn’t talk about such things!”
Aguirre nodded, saying: “I think Obregon and Calles’s plan could be useful for us. We’ve just seized Mexico’s power, and now the entire Mexican people are watching us. We can’t rashly amend the Mexican Constitution, so we should also take turns like Obregon and Calles to serve as Mexico’s President!”
Escovar, smiling, replied: “I have no objection. When we launched our campaign, I listened to you, and I still do now!”
Hearing Escovar’s words, Aguirre was even more delighted!
Just as the two reached a consensus on power matters, Aguirre’s deputy walked in and said: “Commander, a telegram from Mr. Block just arrived!”
“Oh!”