America 1919

Chapter 484

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Those figures who once influenced American history Chapter 484: 184.

Those figures who once influenced American history Atlantic City, Ritz Hotel!

Today, everyone passing by would pause to gaze at the scene inside, then display an envious look.

A series of luxury cars stopped here, and from within emerged pairs of men and women dressed in splendid attire, with expressions of haughtiness.

As these people were led by waiters into the banquet hall of the Ritz Hotel and saw the host of tonight’s gala, a hint of confusion sparkled in their eyes.

Donnie, wearing an Italian custom suit, smiled, Helen Taft clinging to his arm, clothed in a white floor-length evening gown that exuded elegance and a touch of the nobility innate to her.

Those who could attend the gala tonight were all aware of the entangled relationships between Donnie, the Taft Family, and the two princesses of the Roosevelt Family.

Generally, everyone thought Donnie should be with Alice Roosevelt from the Roosevelt Family, as they often appeared together at the same events, and Theodore Roosevelt had shown such inclinations numerous times before!

However, though their hearts were filled with curiosity, no one revealed anything, for today’s theme was not to delve into Donnie’s love life.

“Haha, Donnie, this time you’ve certainly gathered a lot of people here!”

Eduardo Doheny, with his companion, walked over with a laugh and took the initiative to greet Donnie.

Donnie responded with a smile, “It’s just everyone being kind.

I’m simply providing a place for a future respite; I’ll be counting on you all for the business hereafter!”

While Donnie was chatting with Eduardo Doheny, James O’Neal, Robert Stewart, and Laze Madison also joined in at this time.

The topic of conversation among them easily shifted from the Surf Hotel to the Hearst Corporation, which had just begun the bidding process for its construction.

“You all saw the tender information that Campbell sent over, right?” Laze Madison asked aloud, “I wonder what you all think about it?”

Donnie replied with a laugh, “Since we’ve already handed the company over to Mr.

Sax, I think we might as well let Mr.

Sax decide on his own.

We shouldn’t meddle unnecessarily; otherwise, why bother hiring so many people and spending so much money if we’re just going to seem superfluous?”

“Haha!” Robert Stewart erupted in laughter, “That’s right, we didn’t see it as clearly as you, Donnie.

And here I thought you said you didn’t understand the oil industry!”

Donnie humbly stated, “I truly don’t understand it that well, but I do know that professional tasks should be left to professionals.

A layman leading an expert is absolutely unacceptable.

Besides, there’s no use for a person one does not trust.

If we inquire into every affair of the new company, in the end, the leadership of the Hearst Corporation won’t know how to make decisions, and there’s a chance we may miss many opportunities for development!”

After listening, James O’Neal nodded gravely and said, “There is a reason you were able to achieve success in such a short time, Donnie.

The words you just spoke are very reasonable, and many corporate executives could learn from them!”

Donnie laughed, “James, you flatter me.

I’m just a newcomer; for any issues with Pandora Oil Company in the future, I’ll still need guidance from my seniors!”

At this moment, Donnie’s demeanor gave them the feeling of being in a different world.

When they had opposed Donnie in the past, his retaliatory actions were far from humble, resembling the force of thunder.

Only now did James O’Neal and Robert Stewart truly understand what Eduardo Doheny once said: if you can befriend Donnie, he’s actually a very good friend.

“By the way, why haven’t we seen Mr.

Rockefeller?

Hasn’t he arrived yet?”

Robert Stewart looked around the banquet hall and, not spotting young Rockefeller, asked with some curiosity.

Donnie glanced at his pocket watch and said, “He should be arriving soon.

Mr.

Rockefeller specifically called to say he would definitely come today!”

“Then he must have been delayed by something on the road!”

Laze Madison spoke nonchalantly.

However, right after Laze Madison finished speaking, young Rockefeller, escorted by a waiter, arrived with his wife Abby Rockefeller and headed straight to Donnie.

“Sorry for the delay, something held me up on the road, I’m not too late, am I?”

Young Rockefeller greeted Donnie with a smile, politely.

“Of course not, having Mr.

Rockefeller here is a great honor already!” Donnie exchanged pleasantries with a smile.

Young Rockefeller laughed and turned to Helen Taft, saying, “Helen, it has been quite some time since we last met.

Abby has invited you to New York multiple times; why haven’t you come?”

Helen replied, “The duties at WRPA are overwhelming.

I will certainly visit New York and pay my respects when I find the time!”

Thus, the parties of high society are truly a showcase of insincerity in performance.

Right now, young Rockefeller was planning a significant blow to Donnie when ABC went public, all the while, the Taft Family and the Rockefeller Family were anything but friendly towards each other.

When William Howard Taft was running for President of the United States, the Rockefeller Family supported his opponent.

Although, after Taft’s successful election as President, old Rockefeller immediately offered a significant political donation, their rivalry never ceased.