America: My Time

Chapter 936 Sudden Changes

Chapter 906 Unexpected Changes

"Gentlemen, do you really think John didn't discover our plans in Britain? I have a feeling something's wrong. This guy only had a small 'communication' with the British about cars and large aircraft, just to give them some face. That's a bit strange, isn't it?"

"It is indeed a bit abnormal, but it is also reasonable. After all, John's trip to Europe was like this. Those guys, Er Mao, did not make the investment decision only after John went. They had already decided long ago. Otherwise, it would not have gone so smoothly. John took the initiative to go, which was to give them face. So it is possible that the British are like this. After all, the British value face very much. John, this little fox, does not want to cause too much trouble with them now."

"Let's hope so. It's best if things don't turn out the way we want. Now that this guy has gone to Bordeaux, I'm afraid he'll be targeted by those French guys again. You know, car sales in Europe have been affected recently, and France and Germany will be furious. Now their North American market is also being impacted."

"To be honest, I really want to cooperate with these European guys and give this bastard a fatal blow, so he'll know how powerful we are!"

"Alright, don't have such thoughts. Do you think that little fox John isn't prepared? If you really do that, he'll definitely have something on you. We're watching him, and this guy is watching us too. Besides, we don't just have John as an enemy. The Middle Eastern tycoons are also our enemies. And even if we wanted to cooperate with those guys, they wouldn't accept it. After all, that little fox John is under the protection of the United States, and he's a member of one of the top financial groups in the United States!"

Using underhanded tactics against John won't work; it will only put them in danger. These guys are well aware of this, and they even understand that everything John is doing is an attempt to lure them into action. What seem like perfect opportunities are actually traps; stepping into them will lead to their utter ruin.

While these oil tycoons were plotting how to target John, he had already arrived in Bordeaux, met his maternal grandparents, and also met his uncle. However, to his surprise, the beautiful woman who had been with his uncle was no longer there; instead, a woman he didn't recognize was by his side! But John didn't ask about it; even with family, such things were difficult to bring up!
“John, are you sure you don’t want to meet with those guys? They’re really anxious right now. Aren’t you worried that this will affect your business in Europe?” John’s uncle Justin said with some surprise after hearing John’s refusal.

"Fear? Why should I be afraid? Even if I meet with them and agree to their demands, do you think they won't try to sabotage my development in Europe? They'll still try to sabotage me, so why should I care about their opinions? Besides, this is normal business. If they dare to make a big fuss, they should be prepared to face obstacles in North America. You don't think that just because they dare to target me, I won't target them, do you? If things really escalate, the most unlucky person won't be me, and the one who suffers the most losses won't be me, but them."

“John, peace brings wealth. There’s no need to make a scene with them like this. After all, they wield considerable influence.”

“I know, but that’s only in Europe. In North America, they are nothing. And I’m not afraid of them breaking the rules. If they dare to do it, I dare to confront them. To be honest, they’ve forgotten their fear of the Russians. They think that if the Russians fall, they can ignore the existence of the United States. Their stupidity will be taught a lesson.”

John paused here, shook his head, and said, "Alright, we don't need to talk about these business matters; it's not something you can decide. But, Uncle, are you really unwilling to accept Grandpa's winery? It's Grandpa's life's work. Don't you want to reconsider?"

“John, I understand your good intentions, but I really don’t want to take over. And you know I simply don’t have the ability to manage such a winery. Actually, I really agree with you taking over; at least you genuinely love the winery!”

"Alright, I won't force you. I'll have someone take over the management of the winery. Grandpa is getting old, and he's finding it harder to continue looking after the winery. Also, Grandma is going back to live in China. Do you have time to keep her company?"

"Do you think I have that much time? It's not that I don't want to spend time with them, it's that I don't have time. Don't say I don't have time, your mother doesn't have that much time either. This time they're going to be gone for a long time. They haven't even said how long they'll stay. After all, my mother has always longed to go back and see her family, to go back to her life!"

“My mother really didn’t have time. After all, it came too suddenly. My grandparents didn’t tell us beforehand, so we weren’t prepared at all. To be honest, I was a little stunned when I heard what my grandparents said. Didn’t they discuss such an important matter with you?” John looked at his uncle with a hint of doubt in his eyes.

"Alright, you think they'd inform me about something like this? Even you don't know, how would I? Your women were with them before, and they didn't know either. Do you think I would?" "It seems Grandpa and Grandma don't want to trouble us, but I'm worried about them living alone in China for so long. They'll always feel uneasy without anyone by their side. Mother is coming the day after tomorrow, let's discuss it together. This time, Grandpa and Grandma want to go back to China to live; they can't be without someone to take care of them!"

John couldn't help but sigh. He hadn't expected so many things to happen on his first day in Bordeaux. His grandparents' ideas had really caught him off guard.

“That’s right, let’s discuss it when my sister comes over. But she won’t stop us, after all, it’s Mother’s wish.” John’s uncle Justin sighed as he spoke, he was well aware of the old woman’s thoughts.

It is said that fallen leaves return to their roots, and this has always been a persistent belief in Grandma's heart. John also knows this and understands it, but he is not willing to say it. His uncle also knows this, but he is also not willing to persuade her.

With so many things happening, John was under a lot of pressure. At the same time, John vaguely felt that his grandparents might also be thinking of him. After all, quite a few people were contacting them, and even his uncle had come forward to persuade him. It was conceivable that his grandparents would also have some social interactions with him.
Soon John's parents arrived in Bordeaux. They were both shocked by what John had told them, so they made arrangements to come to Bordeaux. When John saw the whole family, he couldn't help but sigh. It was clear that everyone was shocked by his grandparents' decision.

"John, are you sure you're not lying to us? This is no joke. How come there was no news at all before?"

Faced with his mother's question, John sighed, "How could I joke about such a big thing? I only found out after I arrived in Bordeaux. Even my uncle didn't know, so naturally I wasn't prepared at all. I could only inform you. However, judging from Grandpa and Grandma's attitude, they really want to do it. After all, it's Grandma's wish."

Upon hearing John's words, Anna couldn't help but sigh. As his daughter, she naturally understood her grandmother's feelings, but she hadn't expected it to come so suddenly, catching her completely off guard! After taking a deep breath, she sighed, "That's right. Your grandmother has always had this idea. She had it during her last trip back to China. At the time, I thought it was just her sentiment, but now it seems it's her true wish. John, you need to make proper arrangements for this. After all, you have many connections there, and you also have the time."

“I will make arrangements. You are right, I do have time. After this incident, I should stay away from those guys in the US, keep a low profile, and spend time with my grandparents.” John originally did not intend to get involved in the contest between the donkey and the elephant. It would be better for him to avoid it during an election year. Moreover, after the donkey wins, those guys will not behave themselves. It would be a good thing for him to retreat first, after all, he has to give face to the new president.

Of course, John was more worried that after the crisis in Britain ended, both the oil-rich capitalists and other American conglomerates would be wary of him, and it would be good for him to lay low for a while. Using oil-rich capitalists as a shield while he reaped the benefits would definitely raise some unfriendly thoughts among those guys; it was better to avoid the limelight.

"John, are you going to China with us next?" Anna, John's mother, asked upon hearing his words.

“Alright, although there are still some things to take care of in Asia, it’s not too urgent. We’ll deal with them after we’ve settled Grandpa and Grandma in. Besides, I need some time to make some arrangements.” John shook his head as he spoke. To be honest, John was under a lot of pressure when this happened so suddenly.

"That's good. But how do you plan to handle the winery's affairs and integrate it into the wine group?"

Upon hearing his mother's words, John said, "No, it's just letting them take over the management of the winery. It won't be merged into the wine group. After all, this is what my grandparents left me, and I have some affection for this place. I don't want anyone to change anything here! If it's really merged into the wine group, everything here might change, and that's not the outcome I want to see!"

(End of this chapter)