America 1919

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. did not know about Albert Fall's visit to Atlantic City.

That's why Donnie didn't arrange for Albert Fall to stay at the Ritz Hotel.

If the two didn't meet, Donnie could use the information gap to keep them both under his control.

Tonight, Donnie hosted a banquet at the Ritz Hotel for Theodore Roosevelt Jr., which was also a farewell!

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. had been playing in Atlantic City for two days, which was quite a luxury for someone like him.

"Donnie, thank you very much for your hospitality. Regarding the Navy's retired ships, I will help you arrange it after I get back!"

Having discussed the matter, Theodore Roosevelt Jr. was no longer secretive about it!

Donnie raised his glass and said with reciprocal gratitude, "Thank you for your help, Theo. When Atlantic City Broadcast moves to New York, I'll have the company's people contact you!"

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. smiled and said, "If that's the case, then let's look forward to a pleasant cooperation!"

"To a pleasant cooperation!"

After the toast, Theodore Roosevelt Jr. was ready to talk about everyday topics with Donnie as not every conversation they had could be about business.

"With Alice staying in Atlantic City, especially under your care, Donnie, our family feels very reassured. I hope that when we meet next time, there will be some subtle changes in our relationship!"

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. hintingly said.

Donnie laughed it off and did not engage in the topic, as Alice was no longer interested in such conversations.

"Theo, you should know I have quite good relationships with several members of President Harding's Cabinet, right?"

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. tried to use everyday conversation to bridge the gap with Donnie, but they didn't have that many topics in common.

Moreover, after speaking with Helen, Donnie already had a complete plan in mind.

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. would be leaving Atlantic City tomorrow, and now was a good time to make things clear.

"I have indeed heard something along those lines. Do you have any thoughts on it, Donnie?" Theodore Roosevelt Jr. did not understand why Donnie suddenly brought this up.

Donnie explained, "It's quite a coincidence. Just a few days ago, when I was on the phone with my friend Albert Fall, I found out that Congress has already decided to sublease the oil reserves at Elk Hills, Buena Vista, and Teapot Dome to some oil businessmen?"

Theodore Roosevelt Jr.'s expression changed. He was naturally aware of this, and he knew that it was still a secret up to now, known only to a few high-level individuals and those who needed to handle the matter—the general public was not yet aware.

And the people in the know had a tacit agreement to keep this information confidential.

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"Has Donnie's relationship with the Cabinet members really become so profound?"

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. couldn't help but think this, as unless their relationship had reached a certain level, Albert Fall wouldn't have revealed this information to Donnie!

"Indeed, there is such a matter, your sources are incredibly well-informed, Donnie!"

Since Donnie already knew, Theodore Roosevelt Jr. felt there was no need to keep it a secret from him any longer.

After all, they were already in a partnership, and they might even become relatives in the future!

"It's just some friends who were willing to share this with me!" Donnie said nonchalantly.

Then Donnie continued, "Theo, there is something I would like to discuss with you!"

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. looked at Donnie warily, convinced that Donnie wouldn't bring this up for no reason.

But the matter was too significant, and he only knew about it because he was part of the chain. Otherwise, he would have had to wait until the matter concluded to find out.

"Donnie, if you want to get one of those oil fields, I advise you not to even think about it. This isn't something you can get involved in!"

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. spoke frankly to Donnie, "It's precisely because of our current relationship that I'm telling you this!"

Donnie had already abandoned the idea of acquiring one of the three major oil fields, so naturally, he showed no disappointment.

"Theo, of course, I know about the oil field matter; it's impossible for me. I'm merely hoping to acquire some of the small oil wells on the periphery of those three major fields. Those Oil Consortiums have their eyes only on the major fields. I just want to get a sip from the ensuing feast!"

One reason why Donnie approached Theodore Roosevelt Jr. about this matter was his background, but there was another reason.

After the Interior Department reached an agreement with the Oil Consortium, it was the Navy personnel who stepped in to control the nearby small oil wells with a military show of force, driving away the small well owners!

The person in charge of this was Theodore Roosevelt Jr.

This was also why Theodore Roosevelt Jr. would ultimately be implicated in the Teapot Dome oil field scandal.

And as a representative of the Navy, Theodore Roosevelt Jr. could even use their method of dealing, with threats, to secure more advantages for himself.