America 1919-Chapter 917 - 313, Returning Home with the Beauty in Arms_2

This family, after developing to its current state, is nothing more than a fallen aristocracy left with just two estates.

"The Earl Bock has always dreamed of restoring the glory of his family, so he tirelessly seeks opportunities. Sadly, everyone knows he’s a man of impressive talk but unimpressive action. You must not have understood his background before you brought him in!"

Just moments ago, Earl Bock approached Donnie and expressed his gratitude to him.

After hearing this, Donnie smirked and said: "It seems even the Royal Family has destitute relatives!"

Winston Churchill, upon hearing this, couldn’t help but burst into laughter.

"What are you two discussing so delightfully?"

At this moment, Leo Rothschild walked over holding champagne, smiling as he inquired of Donnie.

Winston Churchill sensed the condescension directed at him but chose not to show any reaction. Smiling, he replied: "Nothing much, I was asking Mr. Block about some matters concerning the United States."

Ever since his earlier attempt to seek financial support from the Rothschild family was rejected, Winston Churchill no longer idolized them as he had when he was younger. In fact, at one point, he even publicly promoted anti-Jewish rhetoric.

However, later on, Churchill’s official biographer stated that Winston Churchill wasn’t as hostile toward the Jewish people as some rumors suggested.

He even supported the establishment of a homeland for the Jewish people.

Such claims are believable, as for political figures like Winston Churchill, their opinions should always be understood in the context of the environment of their time.

When supporting the Jewish people aligned with their interests, they were advocates. But when the Jewish people’s actions infringed upon their interests, they became staunch opponents!

Leo Rothschild smiled and said: "Mr. Block’s contribution to the development of the United States is critical. Winston, learning from Mr. Block could be very beneficial for you!"

Listening to Leo Rothschild’s slightly instructive tone, Winston Churchill fell silent.

Leo Rothschild turned to Donnie and said: "Mr. Block, I plan to visit the United States sometime soon to inspect Breton Bank and Venus Bank. I hope at that time, Mr. Block could assist me greatly!"

Donnie smiled and replied: "Of course, Mr. Rothschild. You can send me a telegram before leaving; I’ll personally welcome you when you arrive."

Leo Rothschild laughed heartily and said: "Then let’s consider it settled!"

Donnie nodded: "Certainly!"

The most significant topic at the ball was the agreement between Leo Rothschild and Donnie regarding their meeting in the United States. The rest was mere casual socializing.

After the party ended, Donnie, while returning to the hotel, said to Steve Cotting, seated in the front passenger seat: "Find someone to investigate the family situation of Earl Bock."

Steve Cotting faithfully replied: "Understood!"

The next day, Steve Cotting found a well-known private detective in London to investigate Earl Bock’s background for Donnie.

Earl Bock, 45 years old, father of two sons and one daughter. His daughter, Mia Bock, is currently studying at Oriel College, Oxford University, and is 21 years old!

As for the two sons… one works at the Royal Bank of Scotland, and the other is a lawyer.

For an average family, such a situation is quite decent, even upper-middle-class.

However, for Earl Bock, this is clearly insufficient. He hopes his family’s assets can match the status of their noble title.

Thus, Earl Bock has been trying to arrange marriages between his children and prominent British aristocrats or large-scale merchants!

Unfortunately, the predicament of Earl Bock’s family is this: he looks down on ordinary merchants and aristocrats, while powerful merchants and aristocrats look down on his family.

Now Earl Bock has placed all his hopes on his daughter, Mia Bock.

Because, truthfully, his daughter is quite beautiful.

Additionally, Donnie learned a small tidbit of gossip—Earl Bock’s household doesn’t even own a Rolls-Royce!

Upon hearing all this, Donnie instructed Steve Cotting: "Take my invitation card and personally invite Earl Bock!"

Donnie considered this trip to the United Kingdom very fruitful.

He successfully met Winston Churchill, cemented ties with the Rothschild family, and just as he was mulling over finding a representative in the United Kingdom, Earl Bock appeared!

That afternoon, Earl Bock arrived at Donnie’s hotel dressed to impress.

"Dear Mr. Block, I should have personally visited you, but now it’s you inviting me—it’s truly embarrassing!"

At this point, Earl Bock had shed his aristocratic pride.

At the earlier party hosted by the Rothschild family, Earl Bock had already realized Donnie’s identity: an extraordinarily wealthy American, a master of a super financial empire!

Donnie invited Earl Bock to sit down and bluntly said: "Earl Bock, I would like to invite your daughter, Miss Bock, to study at Harvard in the United States!"

Earl Bock’s smile quickly vanished; he understood the implication behind Donnie’s remark—Donnie wanted his daughter to belong to him!

"Mr. Block…."