Chapter 621: 218.
Caron Block’s arrangent_4 Chapter 621: 218.
Caron Block’s arrangent_4 “I won’t deny that, but so what?
I’ve never planned on running for President of the United States anyway!”
Donnie had a very clear vision of his future.
The two sat on a bench, basking in the afternoon sun, watching students rushing by with books or engaging in heated debates on the lawn, finding a mont of tranquility.
No one disturbed them, only occasionally did young n and won passing by cast envious glances their way.
Ti ticked by, and Donnie checked the ti, realizing it was almost ti.
...
He casually stopped a classmate, took out ten US Dollars, and said, “Hello there, I’m the brother of Caron Block from the law school.
Could you please help call him over?”
The classmate was initially startled but then smiled and said, “So you’re Brother Block’s brother.
I’ll call him for you right now, but keep the money!”
After saying that, the classmate happily left.
Helen laughed and said, “It seems that Caron is quite famous here at Columbia; as soon as you ntioned him, they knew who he was!”
Donnie put the money back in his pocket and said with a smile, “I do have a lot of faith in his abilities!”
With Donnie’s financial support, Caron had no need to worry about living expenses.
In fact, when he first enrolled, he had ntioned that he hoped to work part-ti to earn his keep.
But Donnie imdiately dismissed that idea.
Indeed, there are so wealthy heirs who advertise their part-ti jobs during their studies, as if this brings them closer to the common people.
But Donnie didn’t agree with that sentint.
In Donnie’s view, you do what is appropriate for your position.
Why did Caron co to Columbia?
First, to study, to broaden his horizons; otherwise, he would always just be that country bumpkin from Elwood Village!
Second, to build his own network, both among the upper echelons of Arican society and ordinary students.
This was not only about paving the way for himself but also about recruiting more talent for Donnie.
If he could clearly achieve these two objectives in his four years of university, then there was no need for part-ti work!
Soon, Caron, dressed in casual attire, ran over with the classmate, a smile on his face.
“Donnie, Helen, why didn’t you call before coming?”
Donnie replied with a smile, “I thought you were in class, so I didn’t call ahead!”
Caron shook his head and said, “I don’t have classes today; I went to fencing practice.”
Caron was a mber of the Columbia fencing team.
Donnie nodded, “Take us sowhere; I have sothing to discuss with you!”
Caron said, “Then let’s go to my apartnt!”
Donnie had rented an apartnt near Columbia for Caron, making it convenient for him to host social events!
Under Caron’s lead, the two left campus and arrived at Caron’s apartnt.
It was originally a three-bedroom and one-living room layout, but the landlord later remodeled it into two bedrooms with an enlarged living room.
“What brings you two all the way to Columbia University?”
Caron fetched two bottles of Coca-Cola for Donnie and Helen!
“We just got back from Washington…” Donnie shared with Caron the business he had discussed with William Howard Taft.
After Caron heard it, he showed a surprised expression.
He had already prepared himself for moving to Atlantic City after graduation, but now Donnie wanted him to spend another two years at Yale University, then go work in California!
“What I an is, in the coming ti, you can selectively get to know so people from California and understand the situation there.
It will be greatly beneficial for your future work, and I’ll also introduce you to so connections in California during this period,” Donnie stated.
Donnie did not ask for Caron’s opinion because it was not necessary to ask.
Since Donnie had decided, Caron needed to comply!
“But in that case, won’t you be without your core connections in New Jersey?”
Caron asked worriedly.
Donnie waved his hand dismissively, “You don’t need to worry about that.
I can still handle New Jersey, and now with Nucky’s help, it’s even easier.
On the other hand, although you have the aid of both and the Taft Family, that only ans your starting point is higher than others.
As for whether you can succeed there, it depends on your own ability!”
“Can Nucky be trusted?” Caron inquired.
Donnie replied, “There’s no concept of trustworthiness in this.
As long as I can maintain my current position in Atlantic City, Nucky will always be trustworthy.
If I encounter problems in the future, not just Nucky, many people will be untrustworthy.
Don’t worry about that!”
Caron nodded and said, “I understand.
Since that’s the case, I have no objections.
Actually, I quite enjoy this kind of life.”
Donnie laughed heartily, “Enjoy as long as you want, but don’t forget your mission!”
“Understood!”
“There’s one more thing!” Donnie’s expression turned serious as he continued, “I know you have a girlfriend at school.
It’s fine for you two to be together, but don’t bring her back to Atlantic City, and definitely not to Elwood Village!”
“I…”
Caron, like a parrot with its neck wrung, uttered ‘I’ but did not continue.
However, it was clear from his expression that he did not want to listen to Donnie on this matter!
“I don’t oppose the two of you being together, but you should only keep it to that extent.
Anything more is out of the question.
If you don’t agree with my thoughts, then you can just graduate from Columbia University honestly and return to Atlantic City.
As for how you make your own way afterward, that will depend on you!”
In the Block Family, the numbers were few, and John…
now that John had his club, Donnie was not sure if John had beco smarter, but it was clear that John would likely spend his entire life stuck in Atlantic City.
Caron was different; Donnie had high expectations for him.
Naturally, high expectations ca with more demands.
One of these demands was his personal emotions!
Although the concept of matching family statuses was criticized by countless people in latter days, it’s undeniable that marriages between families are absolutely win-win for both families.
So whether Caron liked it or not, this matter had to develop according to Donnie’s arrangents.
As for Caron’s girlfriend, Donnie had investigated; she was just a child of an ordinary lawyer—a family like that could not bring any help to Caron or the Block Family!
“I understand!” Caron knew Donnie’s character too well.
Seeing him speak in such a way, he knew there was no room for negotiation!
Donnie pulled out twenty thousand US dollars from his pocket and placed it on the table, “Whether you use this money for her or keep it to appease her, you have to ensure you keep to the bottom line!”
“Hmm!”
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