America 1919

Chapter 593

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Coca-Cola Company would act on my behalf to purchase the land for me personally, and when it was time for me to build my own winery, Coca-Cola would sell me the land at the price it was purchased for!

Actually, this was just a transaction on the surface; the funds for the land I wanted when Coca-Cola Company made the purchase were also provided by me!”

At this point, Donnie’s tone became serious, “Mr.

Woodruff, now that I have disclosed my entire plan to you, if you still disagree, then we will have to see who comes out on top on Wall Street!”

Robert Woodruff felt immense pressure.

Although the negotiation with Donnie was straightforward throughout, it was precisely this approach that left Robert Woodruff somewhat at a loss, as previous negotiations had always been about keeping one’s cards hidden until the end.

“Alright!”

Finally, after pondering for over ten minutes, Robert Woodruff chose to trust Donnie.

The most important reason was what Donnie had just mentioned: if both sides were to really engage in a battle for control over Coca-Cola, the Woodruff family was not confident that they could beat Donnie!

“However, I still need to report this matter to my father.

The specific decision will have to wait for my father’s reply before I can inform you, Mr.

Block!”

Donnie nodded and said, “Of course, but as partners, I can tell you another piece of information, Mr.

Woodruff.

We have reached a consensus with Dugil and will be purchasing his Coca-Cola Company stock!”

Dugil was a longtime director of Coca-Cola Company.

When the Woodruff family bought Coca-Cola from Asa Chandler, Dugil was already a director of the company, and the senior Woodruff was able to successfully purchase Coca-Cola due to Dugil’s support.

In another timeline, when Robert Woodruff wanted to establish the Coca-Cola International Affairs Development Department, Dugil was the one who strongly opposed it.

Upon hearing Donnie’s words, Robert Woodruff was shocked again; if this were true, Donnie would then effectively become the largest shareholder of Coca-Cola Company!

With a wry smile, Robert Woodruff said, “I am very grateful for your candor, Mr.

Block, but aren’t you worried about telling me this now?

If my father disagrees with your suggestion, might our family not stop your acquisition of Dugil’s shares in Coca-Cola Company?”

Donnie laughed heartily and said, “I have never worried about it.

The Woodruff family simply cannot come up with cash quick enough to match my offer.

Additionally, I believe that even if you could, you wouldn’t be able to match my increased purchase price.

Although doing so would mean I’d have to pay more cash, I think it would impact both my personal reputation and the Woodruff family’s reputation in different ways!”

Robert Woodruff stood up, “I understand your point, Mr.

Block.

Regardless, from my personal perspective, I have great respect for your demeanor and sincerity in our meeting today.”

Donnie extended his hand, smiling and said, “If Mr.

Woodruff isn’t in a hurry, you could enjoy a few games tonight at the Surf Hotel.

Based on the Woodruff family’s standing, you could have a credit line of 200,000 US Dollars there.”

Robert Woodruff also responded with a hearty laugh, “If possible, I would even hope to leave Atlantic City today and convey your intentions to my father in the shortest time.

But time doesn’t permit it now, so I look forward to experiencing the magic of the Surf Hotel, especially since many of my friends have recommended it to me!”

Donnie laughed and said, “In that case, when you get the chance, I would appreciate it if you could pass on my thanks to those friends of yours.

When they visit Atlantic City next, I will personally entertain them!”

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After enjoying a night at the Surf Hotel, the next morning, Robert Woodruff, with two huge dark circles under his eyes, left Atlantic City.

Five days after his departure, Donnie received a call from the senior Woodruff, who indicated that he had accepted Donnie’s suggestion!

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Upon receiving this response, Donnie immediately called the longstanding director of the Coca-Cola Company, Dugil, and the two parties officially entered into the process of detailed negotiations regarding the acquisition of Coca-Cola Company stock.

Afterward, Donnie called Fei Jackson to his office, appointing Fei Jackson as his plenipotentiary representative, to go to the Coca-Cola Company’s headquarters in Georgia, Atlanta, to conduct formal negotiations with the Woodruff family, Dugil, and others.

“I’ve told you our demands, remember, you must not concede on any of these issues!”

Donnie gave Fei Jackson a final reminder before he was about to head to the train station.

Fei Jackson said with a smile, “Boss, don’t worry, you’ve already set the stage for me.

If I still make a mistake with all that you’ve provided, I wouldn’t deserve the generous annual salary you pay me!”

Donnie nodded in satisfaction.

Donnie had thought that during the progress of this affair, he could rest well for a while.

However, on the second day after Fei Jackson left Atlantic City,

Walker, who was in New York, arrived in Atlantic City, bringing Donnie some bad news!

“Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi have all experienced varying degrees of unrest, those slaves have begun to massively destroy the farms, and two of the farms in Maholi have also been hit!”

Donnie frowned immediately upon hearing this.

He had thought this matter could hold on for a while, but he hadn’t expected it to erupt so suddenly!

“How big are Maholi’s losses?”

Donnie asked.

Walker nodded, saying angrily, “Entire fields of crops have been destroyed.

Not only that, but one of the managers responsible for the farms has been beaten so severely that he’s been hospitalized and might not make it!”

Just as Donnie was about to inquire further, Robert entered Donnie’s office.

He nodded to Walker and then said to Donnie.

“Our farm in Texas has received some threats.

Those slaves have said that if we can’t provide them with better treatment and higher wages, they will join in the unrest over there!”

Donnie sat down in his chair and thought for a moment, then asked, “What have the state governments of these states said?”

“What can they say?

They just state that they will try to mediate,” Walker said angrily.

“So, we can’t count on the state governments,” Donnie continued, “What about the other farm owners?

Their losses are even greater than ours; they must have some reaction!”

“The outbreak of unrest was too sudden.

The farm owners haven’t come to their senses yet!” Walker said.

Donnie once again fell into silence.

After a long while, he suddenly said to Robert, “Call Westglenn immediately.

Have him gather a group of men with weapons and head to Texas!”