Moreover, Charles Merrill has also studied the companies that Venus Bank invests in.
He found that as long as the management of these companies doesn't self-destruct, Venus Bank deeply respects their autonomy in running their business.
Bavilev is now shuttling between Atlantic City and New York.
At this moment, he receives a call from Charles Merrill and says with a smile: "Not only did you receive an invitation from Chase Bank, but even I got an invitation from Chase Bank!"
"What!"
Charles Merrill exclaims in surprise, understandably unsettled.
It's understandable for Chase Bank to issue invitations to companies on Wall Street.
After all, Chase Bank wants to leverage this to showcase its prowess.
But now Chase Bank has even extended an invitation to Bavilev, the president of Breton Bank.
This carries a hint of provocation.
"What does Mr. Block mean by this?"
Charles Merrill couldn't resist asking.
