America 1919

Venus Bank obtained the investment business from the Kuhn, Loeb & Co. consortium's Westinghouse Electric Corporation and Warburg Company!

Old Rockefeller took the remaining three railway companies from the Kuhn, Loeb & Co. consortium.

The Mellon Consortium took the Kennecott Copper Corporation from the Kuhn, Loeb & Co. consortium.

But now the Kuhn, Loeb & Co. consortium has gained a new enviable company and two even more enviable investments.

One company is the "The New York Times," and the two investments are the Dora Hotel and the Rada Hotel in Atlantic City, and real estate investments in Florida.

The four exchanged glances; at this moment, they were both partners and competitors.

"The real estate investment in Florida originally belonged to the investment business of the Warburg Company. I think there's nothing more to discuss on this matter!"

Donnie was the first to speak: "Additionally, the Dora Hotel and the Rada Hotel were built in our Atlantic City, and without the support of Atlantic City, these two hotels would not achieve their expected benefits, such as the issuance of gaming licenses, but let me not even mention that these two hotels are also part of the Warburg Company's investment business.

As for 'The New York Times,' I believe you three should be aware of Starry Media's 'Atlantic City Post,' which gives us a definite operational advantage!"

Concerning the Warburg Company's shares in the Apollo Chain, this was something that Donnie had already discussed with the three of them, using Apollo Chain shares to exchange for shares in Warburg Company, thereby reducing the Woburg Family's ownership in Warburg Company. Therefore, once they completed the acquisition of Warburg Company, these shares would be resold to Donnie!

The three, upon hearing Donnie's explanation, shook their heads, clearly not agreeing with Donnie's reasoning.

"The investment in Dora Hotel, Rada Hotel, and the real estate in Florida happened after our agreement, and I think it shouldn't be included in the previously agreed-upon conditions!"

Old Rockefeller spoke.

Old Rockefeller's suggestion was immediately agreed upon by Jack Morgan and Andrew Mellon.

Seeing their stance, Donnie, somewhat angrily, said: "Ladies and gentlemen, don't forget, 'The New York Times,' Dora Hotel, Rada Hotel, and the real estate investment in Florida, all of these came under the Warburg Family because of my leadership, so how is it now that we haven't completed the final acquisition of Warburg Company, and everyone is ready to pick the fruits?"

Old Rockefeller laughed and said: "How could it be considered as picking fruits, Block? We do acknowledge your points, but don't forget, without our funds, and our lobbying in the White House, Congress, and State Government, we couldn't have acquired Warburg Company. Everyone contributed, but the benefits can't all belong to you alone, right?

This wouldn't be fair to us!"

"Mr. Rockefeller makes a valid point!" Andrew Mellon chuckled and remarked at this moment.

Donnie pondered for a moment, then said: "But don't forget, I also need real cash to buy shares of Warburg Company from each of you!"

In the upcoming division of Warburg Company, they would sell each subsidiary under Warburg Company to the four consortia as previously agreed.

After completing the final division, Venus Bank would purchase the shares of Warburg Company from the hands of these three!

"Block, surely you don't think we'd be short on this amount of money?"

Jack Morgan, with a big financial presence, stated.

Donnie leaned back on the sofa, observing the smiles on their faces, and said: "Alright, let's hear your thoughts, gentlemen!"

Andrew Mellon was the first to respond: "'The New York Times,' I think should be given to our Mellon. After all, Donnie, you just said you already have the 'Atlantic City Post,' and with the addition of 'The New York Times,' despite White House support, it will inevitably lead to accusations of monopoly, so why not relinquish 'The New York Times'!"

The Mellon Consortium has been lacking a voice in the media industry, and this time, 'The New York Times' is their best opportunity!

Jack Morgan immediately followed: "We, at Morgan, are quite interested in the Dora Hotel!"

Old Rockefeller smiled and said: "I've been wanting to vacation in Miami for the past two years!"

Donnie laughed: "So you guys are only planning to leave me with the Rada Hotel?"

Jack Morgan said: "Block, with the Surf Hotel and the Rada Hotel in Atlantic City, it's already enough for you to maintain a dominant position in Atlantic City!"

Donnie shook his head and said: "Firstly, the Dora Hotel and the Rada Hotel must remain in my hands; this is not negotiable. Whoever takes over one or both of these hotels will not receive the subsidiary gaming license for the Surf Hotel!"

Jack Morgan's expression subtly changed. He had always valued the huge cash flow brought by the gambling industry, which is why he wanted to acquire a hotel.

But now, Donnie's stance was firm, not allowing anyone to challenge his authority in Atlantic City.

"Block, this allocation is the best choice for all of us!" Though Jack Morgan was somewhat dissatisfied, he did not wish to turn hostile with Donnie over such matters.

He therefore attempted to persuade Donnie further.

Donnie shook his head and said: "There's no room for negotiation here, just as if I wanted to buy into Morgan, Chase, or Mellon, you three wouldn't agree, right?"

Upon hearing this, Jack Morgan and the others realized there was no room for negotiation regarding this matter.

So after the final discussion, Donnie gave up 'The New York Times' and the land in Florida, receiving 50% of the stakes in the Dora Hotel and the Rada Hotel from Warburg Company!