Chapter 787: Work-Related
As one of the major financial backers behind the presidential campaign, the President held Lynch in very high regard.
Unlike other wealthy backers he knew, who would start demanding political favors even before signing a check, Lynch asked for nothing. No difficult conditions, no manipulative attitudes—he simply handed over the money, all at once, without asking for anything in return. This left a strong impression on the President.
Other donors not only made unreasonable demands, but their funding came in installments—based on time intervals or campaign milestones. While this approach made financial sense and avoided waste, it implicitly signaled distrust, which the President found offensive.
In contrast, Lynch’s generosity stood out even more. On top of that, he was a close friend of Truman, making him feel like “one of us.”
That kind of insider status is subtle but powerful. The President raised his hand, halting the entourage. With a smile, he walked up to Lynch and extended his hand.
“When did you get back?”
“Just two days ago.”
It was idle small talk. The more meaningful conversations weren’t suitable for this setting.
The President glanced at Katherine, who was standing beside Lynch. He recalled hearing something about her being Lynch’s ex-girlfriend—but clearly, they were still in touch.