America: My Time

Chapter 733 Morgan's Refusal

Chapter 723 Morgan's Refusal
“Morgan, we need you to talk to that little fox John now. Although he promised Rockefeller, he hasn’t made any progress. He’s just had Honest Bank handle the negotiations for joining the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, but he hasn’t done anything himself. He’s been hiding on Lanai Island. We need an explanation from him.”

"What do you mean? I told you long ago that your scheme would be seen through. John, that little fox, won't be fooled so easily. It's obvious that he's figured out your plan, which is why he's dragging things out. He has agreed to your proposal and is willing to join the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco as a director, but that will take time."

"So we hope you can speak with John!"

"I don't have that ability, nor would I do it. Morgan would gain nothing from this, only suffer losses. I've said it before: I can act as a middleman, but I'll only talk to Rockefeller. As for John, I won't get involved. You were so confident back then, and now that there's a problem, you want me to step in. I can't do that. You've taken all the benefits, and all I'll get is endless harm, and it might even directly damage my relationship with John. Would you do something so foolish? Even Rockefeller doesn't think highly of you. Do you think it's necessary to continue your previous schemes? Trying to use John's money as a means to plunder Japan? You're dreaming."

“Okay, we admit we underestimated John, but this matter can’t be left to drag on like this. Even if it’s just for the gold reserves John has, we should have a serious talk with him. Honest Bank has an astonishing amount of gold reserves, and Quantum Mining’s gold production in the Americas is all within Honest Bank.”

"So what? Do you think John will agree? Don't dream. Your plan has absolutely no chance. You want to use the gold reserves of Chengxin Bank to transfer federal funds for your own purposes? Do you think John will agree? Do you really think that by throwing out such bait, John will fall for it and accept it? Perhaps you've been influenced by those fools on Wall Street, thinking John is young and easy to bully, and that his financial myth has been shattered! Don't expect Morgan to step in, and you can't even count on Rockefeller. We won't do something so stupid. If I were you, I would go see old Martin and hear his opinion, and it would be best to abandon that ridiculous scheme."

When they discovered that John hadn't made any moves and that Standard Chartered Bank and Hurricane Investments hadn't changed anything, they had no choice but to approach Morgan. Unfortunately, Morgan was still unwilling to get involved or sacrifice his own interests for these guys. Moreover, Morgan didn't think that his intervention would yield any results, and he didn't believe that John would give him that face. It involved huge interests, and John wouldn't back down in the face of those interests.

Morgan was well aware of the importance of John's gold reserves. While Hurricane Investments and Standard Chartered were shorting gold, their massive reserves meant they weren't afraid of being liquidated and had the capacity to deliver, whether in futures or physical gold. Therefore, these guys trying to seize John's gold reserves were delusional. If it were possible, the White House would have intervened.

“Morgan, you should understand that if we could get our hands on John’s gold reserves, it would be very beneficial to our plans. And don’t you think it’s a bit inappropriate for such a huge gold reserve to fall into John’s hands?”

"Heh, I don't see anything wrong with it. It's a perfectly legitimate transaction. What right do you have to interfere? Do you think you can represent the White House, or the United States? You can't represent anyone. You can only represent yourself, and you can't even represent your own group. If you insist on doing this and trying to scheme against John, I can only say you're playing with fire. Don't think that Rockefeller doesn't know about your underhanded tricks. Even without evidence, he knows everything!"

At this point, Morgan sneered disdainfully. This guy in front of him was too arrogant. He really thought he was so great, and that his group was so great. Their schemes were just a joke. If these guys hadn't been so ruthless and caught Rockefeller off guard, none of this would have happened.

Although these guys did it cleanly and efficiently, leaving no loose ends and giving Rockefeller no reason or excuse to get angry, it was precisely because everything was so clean that it became the biggest problem. Rockefeller wouldn't take action against them now, but this cause and effect would surely come back to haunt them one day. Those who schemed against Rockefeller and used him as a pawn would pay the price, and Rockefeller would definitely retaliate whenever he had the chance.

When Morgan learned that John had so easily let Rockefeller go, a suspicion arose in his mind: did John, that sly fox, also see through the underlying issues and make such a decision? Unfortunately, he couldn't ask; such matters were best left unresolved. Within the schemes against John, there were many hidden hands at play, far more complex than what was outwardly apparent. Morgan was well aware of this, and Rockefeller was no exception. However, everyone had to abide by the rules, and without evidence, Rockefeller could only swallow his anger, hoping for revenge later. The United States appeared calm on the surface, with everyone working together against Japan, the Middle Eastern tycoons, Russia, and Europe. But behind this lay countless insidious calculations, each plotting against the others. It was precisely because Morgan understood all this that he refused to cooperate with these individuals, choosing instead to stand with John and observe their infighting from the sidelines.

Faced with Morgan's mockery, the other party could only sigh inwardly, because he knew that if Morgan had noticed, Rockefeller must also know. Now Rockefeller was not making any move, not because he was unable to retaliate, but because he could not find a reasonable excuse and could only swallow his anger. Given the opportunity, Rockefeller would definitely take action to retaliate against them.

Morgan and his ilk had a rough idea of ​​how much gold John held. While they didn't know the exact figure, they could get a general idea. Quantum Mining's production capacity was there for all to see, and a simple estimate would give them a rough idea. Over the years, who wouldn't be envious of Quantum Mining's output? Trying to acquire John's gold reserves at a low price, or trying to lure him in with a position as a director of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, was simply wishful thinking.

These guys know perfectly well how brutal and terrifying John's previous counterattacks were, yet they still dare to ask me to intervene. It can only be said that they've been blinded by greed and can't see how dangerous the situation is. If they anger John again, these guys might be in danger. The White House didn't intervene precisely because of this concern. To think that John only targeted those lowlifes and didn't harm the others, and therefore think John is cunning, is suicidal and courting death.

Taking a step back opens up a whole new world! John's step back was not only a sign of respect for everyone, but also a further calculation. John had already given them enough face. If anyone still didn't know when to back down, then they couldn't blame John for being ruthless. At that time, no one could criticize John, because someone was courting death.

John is still on Lanai Island, which is an attitude in itself, but this guy in front of him still hasn't seen through it and still holds this ridiculous idea. Morgan also finds it a bit funny. These guys formed a small group and actually think they have the ability to fight against a financial giant like John. Even if they try to scheme against Rockefeller, it just shows how arrogant they are.

"If you have nothing else to say, please leave. Morgan will not participate in your plans, nor will he try to persuade John on your behalf!" At this point, Morgan directly gave the order to leave, showing no further respect to the man.

As soon as Morgan finished speaking, the old man could only sigh, say nothing, and get up to leave. He knew that nothing he said would change Morgan's mind; it would be a waste of breath to say more. But getting him to give up was impossible, because Morgan was blinded by greed.

"Boss, will they give up? I always feel that these guys are too crazy, and there are also the shadows of the oil and gas groups behind them, or rather, the shadows of the Yishen Group. If they continue like this, I am worried that there will be another crazy purge. I just don't understand how they can't see all this."

"You're right not to understand. They're too greedy. They always think they're smart and everyone else is a fool, but they don't realize they're the fools. Using Rockefeller as a henchman—what else can you call them but fools? And they even have designs on John's gold reserves! Ignorance is bliss! Neither Rockefeller nor I would dare to have such thoughts, nor would the White House. Yet they dare to do such things. It's terrifyingly stupid. No, it should be said that their greed is terrifying! They haven't even seen through John's true intentions, yet they dare to continue. They're only courting disaster. I wonder how the White House will react, and whether old Martin can persuade John to show mercy and not escalate the situation beyond control!" At this point, Morgan sighed deeply, a hint of worry flashing in his eyes.

(End of this chapter)