America: My Time

Chapter 1109 A Powerful Reminder

Chapter 1099 A Powerful Reminder

When it was learned that John had returned to the United States, it wasn't just Old Bush who was talking about him; many more people were talking about him, especially the guys on Wall Street and Oil Capital. They valued John even more than Old Bush, but they were making more preparations; they needed to sit down and talk with John.

"Jimmy, why can't you talk about this over the phone? Why do you have to come in person? Are those old guys causing trouble again? Trying to target me again?" John smiled faintly when he saw Jimmy. Although Morgan did have people 'playing with fire,' they were just low-class, self-important individuals. Morgan was still trustworthy, at least for now!

"It's nothing major, but it's not insignificant either. As for those old guys, when have they ever been quiet? It's normal for them to be secretly creating obstacles for you, you should know that yourself. I'm here today because Wall Street wants to hold an internal meeting so everyone can sit down and discuss this!"

"It's the oil giants who're getting desperate. They're uneasy because they haven't taken down Sumitomo yet and haven't beaten their enemy in copper prices. They've spent so much money and still haven't gotten any results. These guys are getting impatient. The situation in the Middle East is also making them uneasy. To be honest, I didn't expect them to be so crazy, even capable of such an assassination attempt. It reminds me of our former presidents. I wonder if such a situation will occur again in the future!" John said, a faint smile appearing on his face, making no attempt to hide his joy.

"John, aren't you going too far? If those guys find out, they'll keep targeting you!" Seeing John's happy face, Jimmy could only smile wryly. Even though he knew John didn't get along with those guys, he didn't expect John to be so open about it without even trying to hide it.

Of course, Jimmy was also very happy. At least John still trusted him and Morgan. Otherwise, he wouldn't have acted this way. He didn't think John was incapable of pretending.

"Is it excessive? I don't think so. Those guys have been causing me trouble time and again, which has seriously affected my development in Europe, Asia, and the United States. I haven't directly retaliated because I'm thinking about the overall situation in the United States. Otherwise, do you think this matter would have ended so easily? Don't think I don't know their little tricks in the Middle East. Do those guys in Israel really think I'm stupid? Do they think I can't see through their schemes?"

"John, what have you noticed?" Jimmy's expression was somewhat grave. For John to say something like that, those damned guys must have done something that neither he nor Morgan knew about.

"You don't think these guys aren't behind the changes in the Middle Eastern tycoons, do you?" John said with a faint sneer, but his words were like a thunderclap.

“John, this is no joke!” Jimmy was somewhat shaken; the news terrified him.

"I'm not joking, this is the truth. Do you think my presence in the Middle East is just for show? Do you think my partnerships with Middle Eastern tycoons are just for show? You don't know how greedy those guys are, do you, Morgan, not? I won't be attending Wall Street parties anymore. I have nothing to do with them, and I don't want to associate with them. I don't have the mind to fight them right now; I need more time to digest Barings Bank. I won't offend others unless they offend me; if they offend me, I will retaliate. As long as those guys don't target me or scheme against me, I won't take action against them. You can tell them that!"

“Alright, since you’ve put it that way, what else can I say? Those guys are in such a hurry because of the price issue. Hurricane Investment has some short positions!” At this moment, Jimmy also expressed the concerns of Oil Capital. After all, he must have something to say for him to personally come forward. Why would he come to see John if there was nothing wrong?

"I knew those guys would be uneasy and scared. I have to say their courage is far inferior to Sumitomo's. Sumitomo isn't worried at all, but they're the ones who panicked first. I really don't know what they're thinking. I shorted the stock to protect Quantum Mining's interests. They don't think I'm stupid and can't see through their schemes, do they? I think you should advise them to stop playing these tricks. They're useless and beneath them."

“I will tell them, but are you sure you don’t want to attend the Wall Street party? It’s going to make a lot of people uneasy.” “What do I care about their unease? Those guys should have known this day would come when they were targeting me. I don’t care what they think. I don’t have time to argue with them right now. I need to focus on my own development and the ‘integration’ of the company. I don’t have the energy to scheme against them or sabotage their plans. At most, I’ll just take the opportunity to make a little money!”

"Alright, I'll pass on your opinion to them. I believe those guys don't want to be your enemy, after all, it won't do them any good. They won't be foolish enough to start a big war with you at this time!"

"That would be best. I don't have time to argue with them. Also, I hope you can tell them not to resort to underhanded tactics. I know they were behind the sniping of me. I didn't bother with them before, but if it happens again, no one's face will matter. Do they really think that just because they have a donkey charging ahead, they really think that just because I'm not in the US, I don't know who the real mastermind is? They're too naive and underestimate my power. If they play with fire, the consequences will be more than they can afford."

John's ability to see through the petty tricks of the oil giant wasn't a big deal; it would have been problematic if he hadn't. John's statement at this point was a warning, a way of saying he didn't want to pursue the matter further. Jimmy understood this perfectly, so he could only nod with a wry smile. A war would be bad for everyone. John's patience might mean he was truly shifting his development focus to Asia. As for Europe and South America, Jimmy wasn't too concerned and felt it was unlikely.

"John, don't worry, they won't dare to play with fire. Tomorrow isn't an election year. If they cause trouble, do you think they'll have a good time? If it really affects the election, what do you think those guys from the Donalds will do to them?"

Jimmy is right. Now is not the future. Oil Tai Capital has not yet reached the point of having absolute power. If they really make a big fuss, they will be met with fierce suppression from Donkey. It is hard to say whether they will still be able to live freely at that time. Moreover, if something serious happens, John will not let them off the hook.

"I hope those guys know when to back down. I don't cause trouble, but I'm not afraid of trouble either. As long as these guys don't provoke me or block my path to wealth, I have no conflict with them. If they block our path to wealth, then they will have to bear my anger. My patience has its limits, and I won't let them provoke me like this forever!"

“I understand, and I’ll try to persuade those guys. But you’re not going to the Wall Street parties, but shouldn’t someone from Hurricane Investment be involved? After all, Hurricane Investment is also part of Wall Street, and it can’t be detached from it, can it?” Before John could answer, Jimmy continued, “This isn’t my idea, it’s those guys’ idea.”

“Jimmy, I know it must be those guys’ idea even if you don’t say it. They’re afraid I’ll deal with them, worried I’ll deliver a fatal blow. Actually, they’re overthinking it. My neutral stance is just to avoid harming my own interests. The British have also talked to me. Otherwise, why do you think I took over Barings Bank and those other banks so easily? It’s all just an exchange of interests. If it weren’t for the benefits from the British, do you think I would have let those guys go?”

As he said this, a faint smile appeared on John's face. Although John's words shocked Jimmy, he did not show it. This was one of the tasks he had come to see John for today. Now, without him having to ask, John had already told him on his own initiative, which made Jimmy feel relieved.

"I see. So that's why you've been doing nothing all this time. It turns out the British have been giving you plenty of benefits. It seems your influence over there is growing!"

"It's not about the impact. I just want to do business peacefully. If others can lower themselves, why shouldn't I? You can tell those guys on Wall Street that Hurricane Investment is indeed a part of Wall Street, and that won't change. Similarly, my development in the United States is just a savings bank, only to ensure the safety of corporate funds. I have no intention of competing with them. I am not one of them. I am an industrialist, and they are financiers!"

When John reminded Jimmy again, the guy nodded thoughtfully, indicating he understood. After all, John's every move could have a huge impact. Although John's influence in Europe wasn't as strong as established families like the Rothschilds, it wasn't far off, given that John controlled real industries. His influence in Asia was even greater, as was in Australia. As for the United States, John seemed to keep a low profile, but smart people knew that the power he wielded was no less than that of other established families; he just hadn't wanted to make a big fuss about it.

Although John always chose to compromise, he never suffered a loss. The more he did so, the less those old guys dared to make any rash moves and could only be wary of John, this little fox!
(End of this chapter)