America 1919-Chapter 710 - : 244, Plan the whole New Jersey_2
Chapter 710: 244, Plan the whole New Jersey_2
This would better prevent any harm to the interests of both parties.
As long as their interests are not affected, their cooperation pattern will not change!
“Donnie, there’s nothing much for you to worry about regarding Atlantic City anymore, but what you need to do next is to establish your influence in New Jersey!”
Nucky and Donnie sat on a bench on the boardwalk, and at this time, there were hardly any tourists on the beach in front of them.
“The influence of the Surf Hotel can only be maintained in Atlantic City. ABC, oil, bootlegging—these can give you a certain influence in New Jersey, but it’s not absolute. Donnie, if you want to ensure your power in Atlantic City, you must not give up the influence in New Jersey!”
Nucky was earnestly discussing the current situation with Donnie.
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“Why do I feel like you want to retire completely?” Donnie, with his legs crossed, looked at Nucky with some confusion.
The division of labor between Donnie and Nucky was actually very clear by now. Donnie had formally taken over the reins of Atlantic City from Nucky, and Donnie was also managing the relationship with the White House. Nucky now primarily assumed the responsibility of managing New Jersey’s power.
Now, Nucky had already begun discussing the situation in New Jersey with Donnie.
Nucky chuckled and suddenly said to Donnie, “I’m getting married!”
Donnie was genuinely surprised this time. “Getting married? Are you joking with me?”
In another timeline, Nucky did indeed get married, but the circumstances were entirely different. At that time, Nucky was under intense investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and as IRS got involved, the whole of Atlantic City had guessed that Nucky’s capture was inevitable.
In such a situation, Nucky had a simple wedding with an ordinary woman from Atlantic City.
Everyone’s analysis at the time was that Nucky was just trying to prove to the people of Atlantic City that he was still the Nucky of Atlantic City. He would not change for anything. Others interpreted Nucky’s actions as preparation for reclaiming his power over Atlantic City after his release.
But in reality, after his release from prison, Nucky took no further action, but instead began a low-profile life with his wife in Atlantic City and steered clear of the power struggles.
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By the way, in the other timeline, Nucky had no children in his life!
“Yes!” Nucky continued with a smile, “The other party is a clerk at a securities company in New York. We’ve already agreed that we’ll get married after Christmas next year, and you must come!”
Donnie shook his head, still couldn’t help but say, “Can you really give up all those beautiful girls in Atlantic City?”
Nucky laughed heartily and said, “Could you, Donnie, after getting married, give up those beautiful girls?”
Donnie stopped talking, after all, men are very faithful!
“Alright, let’s get back to the topic of New Jersey!”
Nucky waved his hand, pulling the topic back to the situation in New Jersey.
“Actually, when it comes to New Jersey, neither you nor I am indispensable. They support us because our existence best suits their interests. If one day someone more suited to their interests appears, that will be the day we’re cast aside!”
Nucky earnestly explained the situation in New Jersey to Donnie.
“Take the Surf Hotel, for instance. The profits it has brought in over the past year have indeed made the state office very satisfied. But I’m sure you know that people’s greed is boundless.”
“For them, the profit from one Surf Hotel is already immense. What if there were several more Surf Hotels?”
Donnie then wore a serious expression and asked, “Nucky, have you received some news?”
Nucky nodded and said, “Actually, recently, the state office has been discussing whether to issue more gambling licenses in Atlantic City. However, because of the varying opinions in the legislature and the state office, no formal discussion has materialized.”
Donnie chuckled coldly, “If they think they can open another Surf Hotel in Atlantic City without our consent, I’ll let them know what it means to be a mantis trying to stop a chariot!”
Nucky waved his hand, saying, “That’s not the best strategy anyway. And even if we can fend it off temporarily, we can’t possibly prevent it forever. Moreover, if the newcomers are powerful individuals or conglomerates, even if we can deal with them in Atlantic City, it will cost us too much energy.”
“So, to solve this problem, the best way is to get to the root of it!”
Donnie nodded, not denying Nucky’s suggestion, since getting to the root of the problem was indeed the real solution!
“I’ve dealt with these people for over a decade, and I deeply understand what they need most! What is their soft spot!” Nucky continued to impart his experience to Donnie.
“You’re talking about votes!”
Donnie guessed Nucky’s approach.
Nucky looked at Donnie with a wry smile, “Talking with a smart person saves a lot of trouble, but do you have to be so clever, Donnie? It really diminishes my sense of achievement!”
