America 1919-Chapter 747 - : 256, Heir_3
Chapter 747: 256, Heir_3
Among the most notable examples are the early steel magnate of the United States, Andrew Carnegie, who sold his Steel Company to other corporations, and the same is true for the present-day Citibank, whose system involves one professional manager succeeding another.
Therefore, the congratulations offered to Donnie from people around him are more focused on the fact that Donnie has an heir. As for the businesses under Donnie’s name, everyone seemed less concerned.
Nevertheless, Donnie was still very happy today.
“OK, OK, OK!” a resigned voice came from Nucky on the phone, “Donnie, I already know Helen is pregnant with your child. Do you have to call me three times a day just to say that?”
Donnie laughed and said, “Nucky, aren’t you jealous?”
Nucky sighed heavily on the other end of the phone and said, “Donnie, don’t you realize how irritating it is for you to say that?”
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Donnie said indifferently, “Don’t worry, I believe you will call me to share such happy news in the future!”
Since Nucky’s life trajectory had changed because of Donnie’s presence, Donnie was unsure if Nucky would have his own descendant in this timeline.
“Well, I hope so!” Nucky seemed somewhat aspiration before adding, “Tell me then, I believe you are happy about this, but not to the point of losing your rationality. There must be something else you want to discuss with me, right?”
Donnie nodded with the phone in hand. Indeed, he did have important matters to discuss with Nucky.
“It’s like this, I’m thinking of setting up in Cape May…” Then Donnie shared his idea with Nucky.
“If that’s the case, as long as the shipyard is successful, I believe from now on no one in New Jersey will dare challenge your authority again!”
Nucky’s perspective on the issue was different from that of the people around Donnie!
The people around Donnie, when considering this matter, first and foremost thought about how this could increase Donnie’s wealth, but when Nucky considered it, he elevated the issue to a political level.
“So, you are saying you are very optimistic about this as well?”
asked Donnie.
“Very optimistic. Opening such a large-scale shipyard in Cape May, not to mention the shipyard workers, just the industries boosted by this shipyard alone, all these people will become your future votes in your hands!”
After agreeing with Donnie, Nucky analyzed further, “But still, I think you should support some local individuals. As long as these people grow under your patronage, your position in New Jersey will be truly unshakeable.”
Donnie said with a smile, “I thought you would advise me to foster better relationships with the people in the State Government and Congress!”
Nucky laughed and replied, “That’s a given, but I think you are already aware of that without my reminding you. What’s more important is, when you have all the votes of New Jersey, it will no longer be you seeking their support, but them needing your support to stay secure in their positions!”
“That’s exactly what I’m thinking!” Donnie said with a nod and a smile.
Nucky first sighed over the phone, then said with some envy, “Donnie, you are walking a path that the Commander and I always wanted to take, but back then, our finances could only sustain our influence in Atlantic City. Although we could affect decisions of the State Government, we were not irreplaceable. Things are different for you now; you are on the same path as the DuPont Family.
The DuPonts, who through their gunpowder and chemical businesses, provided for the needs of nearly half of the population of Delaware. That’s why they are the DuPont Family.
Now I would like to see if we can have a second DuPont Family emerge in our Atlantic City!”
Donnie said with a smile, “It’s the Block Family!”
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Nucky laughed heartily and said, “It’s not a simple task. The DuPont Family possesses not only staggering wealth but also considerable clout in Congress, thanks to the prosperity of their progeny. If the Block Family can’t catch up with the DuPont Family in this respect, it will only be a transient dynasty!”
Donnie’s expression turned serious. He understood Nucky’s words; if none of his descendants could sustain the legacy he had created, the Block Family might shine for a generation or two and then become just another historical parasite like many American dynasties.
“Thank you, I understand!”
Nucky said with a chuckle, “Regarding the Cape May matter, although the State Government has no right to interfere, I still think you should personally visit Trenton. After all, we are seeking cooperation, not competition, and the State Government is currently very reliant on Atlantic City!”
Donnie replied, “I think so too. In fact, if not for learning about Helen’s pregnancy, I would already be on the train to Trenton now!”
Nucky asked, “Do you need me to make any arrangements for you in advance?”
Donnie declined, “No need, I’ll handle this!”
Nucky didn’t press further and simply told Donnie that if he encountered any problems in Trenton, he could call him anytime!
After they hung up, Donnie’s gaze fell on the papers spread out on the table, which listed important names from New Jersey’s State Government and Congress.
