Chapter - 6

 Chapter: The Search for a Bank

With his security measures firmly in place, John turned his attention to the next crucial step: acquiring a bank. He knew that having a bank under his control would not only secure his wealth but also provide him with the financial leverage needed to influence the global economy.

John spent several days researching potential banks. His holo-mobile buzzed constantly with notifications about the top-performing banks in the world. He poured over financial reports, analyzed market trends, and even met with financial advisors. Every bank he looked into was performing exceptionally well, making it difficult to find a weak point for acquisition.

Frustrated but determined, John decided to take a different approach. He knew that his edge came from his unique knowledge of the future and his ability to manipulate mana. Perhaps he could use this to his advantage. He started searching for banks that had connections to families known for their involvement in the mystical arts.

After days of digging through historical records, ancient texts, and obscure forums, he compiled a list of potential families. He eliminated several based on their reputation or alignment with darker forces:

- The Morgans: A powerful family with a long history in banking, but their involvement in dark magic made them unsuitable.

- The Rockefellers: Renowned for their financial empire, but they had no ties to the mystical arts.

- The Vanderbilts: Wealthy and influential, but their interests were purely mundane.

- The Warburgs: Another banking dynasty with significant influence, yet they lacked any connection to mystical practices.

- The Barings: Known for their banking legacy, but they were heavily involved in corporate interests with no magical ties.

- The Du Ponts: Rich and powerful, their focus was on industrial and scientific advancements, not the mystical arts.

- The Carnegies: Philanthropists and industrialists with no known interest in or practice of magic.

As he continued his search, John finally came across a name that piqued his interest: the Rothschild family. Known for their extensive banking empire and rumored to practice ancient magic, they seemed like the perfect fit. The Rothschilds had a reputation for aligning with the well-being of the world, making them an ideal partner.

John delved deeper into the history of the Rothschilds, uncovering their legacy of combining financial acumen with magical prowess. He learned about their secretive practices and the guarded texts they possessed. It was clear that this family held the key to the mystical leverage he needed.

Excited by this discovery, John decided to make his move. He needed to figure out how to approach the Rothschild family and what he could offer them in exchange for a stake in their bank. He began preparing for the delicate negotiation that lay ahead, knowing that this would be a pivotal moment in his quest for power and influence.

With his plan set, John felt a renewed sense of purpose. He was ready to take the next step and secure his position in the financial world. As he finalized his strategy, he couldn't help but notice the steady increase in his wealth. His investments were performing exceptionally well, and his balance continued to grow.

Balance Update: 

Previous Balance: $319.75 billion 

New Investments and Earnings: $10 billion 

New Balance: $329.75 billion

John knew that this was just the beginning. With the Rothschilds magical and financial power on his side, his influence would only continue to expand. The future looked brighter than ever, and he was prepared to seize every opportunity that came his way.

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In the next chapter, John will decide on what to offer the Rothschild family and how to contact them, initiating the crucial negotiation that could change the course of his journey.