Late at night.

The celebrations in the outside world are gradually subsided, and the Lee Apartment in West Midtown is brightly lit.

In fact, just after the fundraising meeting, Li Zitao and Mary rushed home as soon as possible, because they had to welcome a large number of guests.

Not only business partners, but also good friends from Congress.

Roosevelt's new term had just begun, and the same was true for everyone else.

The Speaker of the National Assembly, the leaders of all parties, have a lot to do.

However, they were all happy to go to Li Zitao's house for a drink at this time.

They're in New York, aren't they?

"It's great that the Republican Party is once again a stepping stone for him. "In the open bar of the apartment, someone was complaining about the recent elections.

As expected, Roosevelt was re-elected, and the Republican Party once again acted as a chaperone, which was really a glorious mission.

"But we're close, aren't we?" said some of the middle-aged self-deprecating chuckles.

By 'closeness,' he meant the number of votes in the most recent election, with the two sides only separating the votes by just over 2 million.

Compared with the 5 million, 9 million and 4 million in previous issues, it is indeed an improvement, at least it can be comforted by itself.

"Don't tell me the numbers, because it only reminds me of the fact of failure. "Dang Ste's face was not good-looking, like swallowing a fly.

When Stead had moved into Capitol Hill, the former state Senate president was now the Republican whip.

The party whip is equivalent to the second-in-command in the party, and there is only the party leader above him.

Of course, there is also the Speaker on Capitol Hill, and it will be the turn of the party leaders next, and they are only assistants to the Speaker.

But as the party whip, Pawn Ste's position in the Republican Party is as important as Taishan.

"Charlie, thank you for your donation. Speaking of the campaign, when Stead thanked him on behalf of the Republican Party.

Prior to the campaign, Mr. Lee provided $200,000 in political cash to the Republican National Committee, which has become the norm.

However, in the vote, Li Zitao did not exert any influence or pressure on his staff.

It's not yet time, but votes are the lifeblood of politicians.

It was too fragile, sensitive, and dangerous, and Li Zitao didn't want to abuse this big killer until he was sure of its safety.

It is not only a pity to kill chickens with a knife, but it is also easy to injure yourself by a knife.

"You're welcome, I'm a Republican... Although there is not even a piece of paper. Li Zitao patted his legs and laughed.

"Hey, man, you can't always bring this up. When Stead looked at him innocently, he spread his hands to indicate that it had nothing to do with him.

This is exactly what happened, and discrimination against minorities was not his final say.

This is the norm in the United States, and there are problems everywhere in life...

No, it's not even a problem.

Because in the eyes of at least half of the Caucasians, minorities should not exist, as if these people were born with something less than them.

There are not a few people in Congress and the government who share the same idea.

In other words, it is impossible to do what he wants at the moment.

Voters are picky and headstrong, and they turn their faces as fast as women.

One second ago, he will wave the flag and cheer for you, as if you are the savior of everything, God Almighty.

The next second, you don't meet their requirements, or you make a little mistake, such as not doing what you promised, even if it's just a little bit less...

Congratulations, these voters who supported you before are going to spit in your face and yell, 'You damn Bichi.'" ’

Yes, that's the truest side of America's unpretentious electorate.

And when they find out that they are the ones who need to be flattered, their demands become more and more intense, and their face-changing tricks are self-taught.

"The Chinese are always working on this, you have to do something... My friend. Li Zitao said earnestly: "They are my compatriots. ”

In fact, Li Zitao lied.

This matter is not simply about the affection of compatriots, or Li Zitao's sense of belonging, etc.

What is more important is the benefits and rights.

No matter what he thought in his heart, he did too many things that he shouldn't have done and took many risks that he shouldn't have taken.

Now, enough is enough.

And what he values more now, as mentioned earlier, is interests and rights.

This is the thinking and consciousness that a mature capitalist should have, which represents the good side and indicates that he is moving towards a more mature stage.

Think about it, once he can break the solid iron wall of the Chinese Exclusion Act, the reputation he brings alone can make him a hero in the eyes of a few.

If they have the right to vote, only a few employees of Li Zitao's company will be able to increase 5~80,000 votes.

Influence, for him, is the means to grasp power.

Power is not directly in his hands, but through ballots and banknotes, he can control those who hold it, and ultimately hold power in his hands.

Everyone knows it's not an easy task.

Li Zitao didn't even expect it to be done in the middle of this century, and it was great news that he could do it a few years earlier than he remembered.

If it was eighty or ninety years earlier, then the goddess of luck must have waved her fingers after falling asleep.

"Don't do that, Charlie, you know I can't. When Ste shook his head in frustration, there was really nothing he could do about it.

Do you want him to work against half of the country's voters, if not more than half of them?

Ignoring their wishes and ideas, just to be a good person.

Please, there are enough good people in this world, and there is no shortage of a nobody named Dangsd.

It is better to leave the salvation of the world to God, when Ste is not ready to rob him of his job.

"Hey, what are you two talking about, we're getting ready to play cards, do we want to be together?" said the senators in the distance, planning to add some fun.

"Here it is. Li Zitao raised his hand, looked at Dang Side with a smile and said, "You can go play cards when I haven't said anything." ”

As for the boredom of the midnight party, Li Zitao could only say 'sorry,' to the councillors and gentlemen, because the children could only be arranged in this way for him.

He couldn't afford to risk the kids waking up in the morning to see Bra everywhere and his underwear with missing long legs, which was never a good idea.

"We're going to have to add some chips, how about it?" the senator suggested adding some fun to the game.

"What?" asked the shuffling senator.

"Jefferson Prom tickets, 2 tickets. The previous MP took out two tickets and placed them on the table.

"Ho, looks like I'm going to have to work on something. The shuffling councillor said as he took off his watch.

"Rolex. He looked up triumphantly.

"I guess it's the dirt that was confiscated. When Ste picked up the watch, he said jokingly.

Then I carefully placed the dial in front of me, as if I had found something.

"What?" the previous congressman was surprised by his seriousness.

"This is special labor soil, and you should keep it as a memento. Putting the watch on the table, Ste teased him.

Chapter 1002

"Labor, this will be a shadow for the rest of his life..."Mary sat at the dressing table, picking out the right necklace from the jewelry box.

Thinking of 'Labor,' Mary couldn't help but turn her gaze to the sign of the ornament, fearing that 'Van Clee' or 'Tiguini' would suddenly appear. ’

Li Zitao didn't answer the call, in fact, last night's card game was a little embarrassing, and a 'labor soil' made everyone lose their mood.

The drinks dispersed until dawn, and the senator was still gloomy when he left.

That face made Li Zitao laugh secretly, no matter who sent it, that guy should be unlucky next.

Don't think that the big guys will be very sensitive to brands, for them these things are just daily needs, and they won't care so much.

It's just that I can pick it up when I need it, and the 'labor soil' is perfectly imitated, which is why I made a joke last night.

"Ma'am, the car is ready. Seeing the door driving, Franki walked into the room and whispered.

"Here it is. Mary chose a three-row pearl necklace.

The deep color of the black pearl set off her black fishtail evening dress, and her hair was tied up in a bun, looking noble and mysterious.

"Perfect. He gave a thumbs up to his wife's look, and the two left together.

Today, there is a drama performance at the school, Mary is going to see the children's performance, and Li Zitao is going to take a plane to Washington.

He needed to finalize the contract for the Ministry of Defense himself, and the orders were ready.

Separated from his wife in front of the apartment, Li Zitao got into the car a little happily, and felt a little dissatisfied.

If it had been two years earlier, even half a year, he would not have behaved like this.

But it's April '45, and if I'm not mistaken, at the end of this month, the mustache committed suicide with his little lover in his arms.

Then came the formal surrender of the NC, and the Allies focused all their attention on the Pacific theater, pressing forward on the Japanese mainland.

At this time, the Ministry of National Defense's orders were reduced by many times compared with previous years, and Li Zitao was disappointed because of this.

According to the latest news from Hans, Washington has plans to test the first nuclear bomb in New Mexico early next month, in early May.

This detonation will be the first nuclear explosion in history, and Li Zitao is more looking forward to it entering the war soon.

When the plane arrived in Washington, Li Zitao led the team to the Ministry of National Defense building, and then turned to the army headquarters.

The next day they went to Capitol Hill again, and it was not until the afternoon of the third day that Li Zitao sat in the president's office.

"Roosevelt, your situation looks terrible. Sitting on a couch that was not as comfortable as his own hospitality sofa, Li Zitao crossed his legs and drank Boston whiskey.

"Yes, I'm so tired. Roosevelt's tone was more tired than ever, and the closer victory came to it, the less energetic he became.

He used to be able to work for 2 days and 2 nights without closing his eyes, and now, that would kill him.

"What does the medical team say?" In order to ensure smooth cooperation with both parties, Li Zitao spent a lot of money on Roosevelt.

Among them, nature also includes thinking about his health.

Roosevelt's health has not been good since he was in a wheelchair, and after 12 years in power, and by chance he encountered World War II, he was proud to use his talents and let the world know what he was capable of, but also burdened with it.

His body is almost exhausted, and the hot spring treatment every month has been reduced from the initial 2 to 1, and recently, he has not been to the hot spring vacation for half a year.

"They said they needed to rest. Roosevelt smiled wryly: "This is simply an extravagant hope... Everybody knew it couldn't be, I couldn't stop. ”

"You can, you're the president. Li Zitao said jokingly.

"Because I'm president, I'm more aware of the responsibilities and burdens it represents. Roosevelt's expression was very serious, mentioning that his responsibility was higher than his life.

"Come on, Benjamin Franklin, the world doesn't stop running because of the lack of anyone, not even the president.

The body is the capital of the revolution, and without it, it is the worst-case scenario, at least for you and me. ”

Roosevelt's physical condition, as far as the two are concerned, Li Zitao knows more than him, and he follows it clearly.

His body has reached its limit, like a wound clockwork, if he doesn't release it, it may 'bang' and collapse.

In fact, he has gone beyond the record of 'history', because today is April 20, and Roosevelt is still in his wheelchair in the office of the president in Washington.

But this does not mean that his health has improved, but it is more like a return to the light.

Mr. Li hopes he will stay in office for a few more years, and the best way to do that is to leave the work to the vice president, chief of staff and secretary of state.

Give them more rights and responsibilities, and his prestige is more than enough.

Everyone knew that he would not be able to serve another term as president, and that Roosevelt had come to an end, both physically, age, and politically.

As he said in the two sessions, he will not participate in the election again, no matter what!

"I can't," Roosevelt leaned back in his chair and muttered as if dreaming, "there are so many things to do, and these things need a president..."

"Man, there's always something to do..."Li Zitao didn't know what to say.

The president is not as glamorous as it seems to the outside world, and every order Roosevelt gives is related to the life and death of countless people during the war.

It's not about the future or later, it's about the moment, it's going to happen now.

For example, the Battle of the Pacific, or the Utah Beach in Normandy, which swept the attack on Berlin, killed people almost every moment because of these orders.

But that's exactly what he should and must do.

Murder is not pleasant, especially as the one who gives the final order, and when those people have no grudge against him.

He can numb himself with the grounds of national interests, but his inner and mental pressure is beyond anyone's share and imagination.

"Roosevelt... Roosevelt..."Before he could get to the point, Roosevelt actually fell asleep on the chair, which made Li Zitao both helpless and worried.

stepped forward and shook him, Li Zitao's expression changed suddenly, because he found that the other party didn't seem to be simply asleep.

"Hey, someone's coming..."Li Zitao opened the office door and shouted out.

Soon, the president's chief of staff and Secret Service personnel rushed into the room, and a few minutes later the medical team felt the same, and Roosevelt was taken to the hospital.

"Please stay here, sir, we need to carry out the necessary investigations. "Li Zitao was confined to the White House office by the Secret Service.

This feeling is very bad, and Li Zitao even feels that he should not choose this time to meet him.

In addition, for the goddess of luck, Li Zitao can now be sure that she is a moody Bichi, who likes to be coquettish and does not force her face to be dirty Bichi.