America 1919-Chapter 1085 - 371, Hoover starts to meddle

William Bailey’s psychological defense was beginning to collapse.

Because he knew what Rhode Granger said was correct. If the danger of Radium Thorium water was true, then those in high places would certainly not let this matter tarnish their reputation.

William Bailey understood that if he were in their position, by now, he would have already become a discard!

After realizing this, William Bailey slumped into the chair.

Seeing William Bailey’s demeanor, Rhode Granger knew William Bailey had already made a choice.

At this moment, Rhode Granger felt contempt for a man like William Bailey. Even Quincy Elish and the others had put up a fight for a while after being caught. Yet, when it came to their boss, William Bailey’s psychological defense crumbled with just a few words!

"So now, William, can you tell me their names?"

Rhode Granger looked down at William Bailey.

William Bailey looked at him expectantly: "Can you really protect my life?"

Rhode Granger showed a dissatisfied expression: "Do you even have a choice now?"

William Bailey looked ashen, "Fine, I’ll tell you all their names!"

Rhode Granger brought over pen and paper, ready to start recording!

But at that moment, an unexpected situation occurred.

Sounds of commotion came from outside the interrogation room, and Rhode Granger looked puzzled since this was one of the FBI’s most secret interrogation rooms. Only a few deputy directors and Director Edgar Hoover of the entire FBI knew about this place.

William Bailey, on the other hand, showed a look of fright: "Their people have come, they must have come!"

Rhode Granger pointed to William Bailey and said to his subordinate: "Keep an eye on him!"

Then Rhode Granger left a remark, "No matter who comes, they can’t take you away!"

Saying that, Rhode Granger left the interrogation room and, upon seeing the situation outside, his previous calm turned to worry. Rhode Granger thought the most could be a few deputy directors from the FBI coming, and he had enough confidence that no matter which deputy director came, he could persuade them to leave.

But the one who had come wasn’t a deputy director of the FBI; it was Director Edgar Hoover!

"Director, what brings you here?"

Rhode Granger quickly approached Edgar Hoover, respectfully asking.

Edgar Hoover stood there sizing up one of his previously most trusted subordinates, as if meeting Rhode Granger for the first time.

"Rhode, tell me, when did you bypass me to meet Block, was it the last time I took you to Atlantic City?"

As one of the most mysterious and powerful figures in American history, Edgar Hoover almost immediately guessed that Rhode Granger had already somehow connected with Donnie Block once he knew Rhode Granger brought in William Bailey.

Such a discovery made Edgar Hoover incredibly angry as he considered this a betrayal by Donnie Block and Rhode Granger against him!

"Director, I don’t know what you’re talking about!" Rhode Granger tried to cover it up!

Bam!

Edgar Hoover slammed his fist into the wall outside the interrogation room: "And you’re saying this to me at this point, are you taking me for a fool?"

Rhode Granger bowed his head, thought for a moment, then lifted it again with respect on his face: "Director, in the FBI, I still follow your orders!"

"Ha!" Hoover chuckled coldly: "Then if I ask you to hand over William Bailey now, you wouldn’t have any objections, would you?"

Rhode Granger’s respectful expression instantly changed. He had secretly brought William Bailey back and previously thought Edgar Hoover was merely angry about his connection to his boss.

Rhode Granger wasn’t bothered by Edgar Hoover’s attitude. After all, he had previously discussed it with Donnie Block, believing it was time to demonstrate his power within the FBI.

But now, upon hearing that Edgar Hoover wanted to take William Bailey away, Rhode Granger realized things might not be as simple as he had thought.

"Sir, you must know the importance of keeping William Bailey here!"

Rhode Granger probed Edgar Hoover.

He believed Edgar Hoover certainly knew how important William Bailey was to his boss. It could be said that without an order from Donnie, anyone trying to take William Bailey away would be harming Donnie’s interests.

"Of course I know!" Edgar Hoover took a deep breath. How could he not know William Bailey’s importance to Donnie, but this person was equally important to him.

Edgar Hoover’s nature meant he would never put all his chips on one person, especially not when that person’s control was exceedingly strong. So after securing his position as FBI Director, Edgar Hoover immediately began establishing his political connections.

Coincidentally, one of the relationships he established included the investors behind William Bailey.

This was precisely how Edgar Hoover knew as soon as William Bailey was brought here!

Before coming, Edgar Hoover had already made an assessment. He knew that as long as he appeared here, Donnie would be aware of his actions, which would inevitably affect their cooperation.

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