Superman

"In the end, I believe Las Vegas will become a rich man's paradise, a gambler's paradise."

Luke said with a smile.

The casino project he had considered before had already been completed and was in business.

A mafia member who traveled across the ocean from Sicily to the North American continent.

Under Luke's instruction, they neither competed for land business with their compatriots nor had conflicts with the Irish.

Cosa Alessandro, who had just arrived, took his brothers to establish a firm foothold in New York, and only managed an underground casino business for a few blocks.

In Luke's words, it is "practice first".

It is not easy to run a casino. From security to customer source, to chip exchange, capital flow, etc., you need to accumulate experience.

Most of the gangsters don't have any special skills.

Apart from using violence, there are not many people who know how to use their brains.

That's why they are keen on high-risk businesses like smuggling and drug trafficking.

In any decent industry, there are thresholds.

A former Wall Street stockbroker whose favorite clients were gangsters.

Because they give money readily and never ask about the financial situation of the account.

It's like the entertainment industry in the later dynasties, the most popular investor is the coal boss.

There is a high degree of similarity between the two.

Later, there was an astonishing case in which a daring liar pretended to be a golden agent of Morgan Stanley and played tricks on the heads of the five major Italian families. Even the accountants specially hired by the Mafia did not notice that something was wrong.

In just half a month, the scammer got nearly 150 million US dollars, and then slipped away.

Of course, the leaders of the five major families later issued a "wanted warrant", and they were caught four months later with higher efficiency and faster speed than the federal police.

As for the end?

The liar was not dismembered and sank.

Instead, he was sent to a local prison in accordance with legal procedures.

Two weeks later, he died of an anal fissure.

It is said that he changed four "roommates".

From white to black, from macho to pervert.

Every roommate has a special hobby of strong men locking men, men on men.

Liars are like a car going through a volcano tunnel, getting in and out every day.

In the end, he was overwhelmed and died of anal fissure.

This incident also reflected from the side that gangsters are very good at fighting fiercely.

But when it comes to economic savvy and dealing with wealth, it's really not enough.

Luke doesn't want Alessandro's gang to become "thugs" who are attached to him and only do illegal business.

The more stable the social environment, the less room for gangsters to survive.

Anyway, sooner or later you have to wash your hands and go ashore, so why not refuse to go to sea from the beginning to reduce the stains on your body.

Just like the phrase "the way to get rich is written in the criminal law", businesses with huge profits are basically illegal or in a gray area.

In the lighthouse country of freedom and democracy, the only thing worth investing in is probably gambling.

From the past to the present, the flesh business and the gambling business are two different things.

It has never been outdated, and it has always been a "hard demand" of human beings.

"A paradise for the rich. I do have a lot of friends who are attracted to Las Vegas."

Howard was thoughtful. At this time, the "Casino" had not spread all over the world.

Its name only circulated in a small circle of rich people, those bastards with money and nowhere to spend, who liked to drive to Las Vilas in droves with their lovers.

Salon receptions in New York, horseback riding and golf, can no longer satisfy them.

Once the threshold is raised, it is difficult to lower it.

"It's just that you have something to do with the Mafia?"

Howard, leaning on the plane seat, asked.

He had heard the legendary story of Superman assisting the Allies in their raid on Sicily.

But the dignified lieutenant general should not and cannot take the initiative to mix with the mafia.

"I'm an Irish immigrant, and my uncle painted houses for Irish gangsters."

Luke shrugged, turned his head and asked, "Do you know how influential the International Truck Drivers Union is? Their chairman, Jimmy Hoffa, has more than 200 million registered members and a pension of 80 billion."

"How many votes are these? And what a glittering investment funder? Howard, don't underestimate the gangsters. Their era has not passed, unless the Cold War ends and peace comes."

Even Kennedy Jr., who will become president in the future, his family has a delicate relationship with the Irish gangsters.

Many people say that the Italians mix black and white to do business, and the Irish fight and engage in politics.

It means that the mafia goes to sea first and then goes ashore.Transform from gang boss to business tycoon.

The Irish specialize in solidarity with trade unions, making political donations and investing in politics.

Their most successful is probably sending Kennedy Jr. to the White House.

It's just that the result is not good. The Kennedy brothers are not as disciplined as their father.

Pay attention to a fair deal and exchange of interests.

After they came to power, they turned around and rectified the collusion between trade unions and gangs before they took their seats.

"That's right, Jimmy Hoffa has always been the man of the hour."

Howard looked at the gathering and dispersing clouds, ended the topic of gangsters, and brought up another matter.

"Rodgers really intends to get married?"

Luke nodded, his unintentional words seemed to be heard by Captain America.

Using a wedding to wake up the former good brothers seems like a reliable plan on the surface.

"Las Vegas, that's where Steve spent his bachelor nights."

Talking about it, Luke was in high spirits.

On the other side, Las Vegas.

Wearing a half top hat and leaning on a silver cane, an old man appeared in the barren desert.

Maybe it was because of the scorching sun and the high temperature that his figure was distorted.

"I smell something seductive."

The old man sniffled, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

It's like a hungry diner seeing a table full of sumptuous feasts.

"The last time I was here, there was nothing in this place."

The old man muttered and stepped forward.

The space seems to shorten automatically, quickly disappearing in the desert.

"Insatiable greed, unsatisfied selfish desires are more like hell than hell."

3 Chapter Investment Plan, National Hero

The first time Howard came to Las Vegas, he was attracted by this city that never sleeps standing in the desert.

It is like a sexy hot girl in tulle.

It has the urge to explore and explore deeply.

"You should have brought me to such a good place earlier! Rogers will definitely like it too!"

Howard sat in a stretch limousine, admiring the roadside scenery through the window.

The turbulent waves and undulating curves can't help but remind people of Hawaiian beaches and bikini girls.

"Steve's old-fashioned character may not know how to enjoy such a luxurious life."

Luke shook his head and smiled. Compared to Howard's status as a big capitalist, Captain America is a national hero.

"That's right. If you say a bad word in front of Captain Rogers, you will be educated by him."

Howard groaned.

A few days ago, Luke took Marlene, then Rogers took his girlfriend, and Howard was alone, acting as the dog food.

They held a house party together in Brooklyn, and Howard said "Olixet" and was severely educated by Captain America.

Don't swear in front of Captain Rogers, which has become a classic saying in S.H.I.E.L.D.

"Italian business seems to be doing well."

As soon as Howard and Luke got off the plane, members of the Mafia came to greet them.

And the scene was huge, with a stretched convertible luxury car and four police motorcycles bearing the Las Vegas city hall mark to clear the way.

"Of course. Any tourist who comes to Las Vegas, as long as he enters the casino to spend, then his personal safety is protected by the mafia."

Luke smiled and said calmly.

"That's why there are only thieves and robbers in the old city. If they dare to go to the new city and attack those guests, they will be cut off by the mafia and thrown into the desert to feed scorpions and vultures."

The police in Las Vegas are only responsible for maintaining law and order in the old city.

As for the order in casinos and hotels, that is the job of gangsters.

In this regard, everyone has a tacit understanding and the division is very clear.

"Sounds a bit like Hell's Kitchen."

Howard remembered a place in New York.

To be honest, when he saw a group of burly men in black suits and sunglasses lined up in two rows.

Then be respectful to yourself, which can satisfy a man's rights and vanity to a certain extent.

"Should Stark Industries invest in a few projects? This place will definitely become a gathering place for rich people in the future."

Luke said suddenly.

About Las Vegas' casino construction plan.

In the early stage, he planned to invest money to build two luxury hotels.

Of course, building a hotel is just a cover.

As supporting entertainment facilities, casinos and spas for entertaining guests are the most important.

In the plan handed over to Alessandro, there will be related content for the construction of golf courses and ski resorts in the later stage.

"Are you so optimistic about the development of Las Vegas?"

Howard was a little surprised.

Investing is fine.

He serves as a military tycoon and a scientific advisor to S.H.I.E.L.D.

Regardless of the company's size and competitiveness, or personal connections and background, there is no shortage of orders from the Pentagon.

However, what Howard is curious about is, where does Luke's confidence come from?

You must know that Nevada was still a barren desert 20 years ago, except for gold diggers and workers, basically no one would come.

"Never doubt my prediction of the future."

Luke's answer revealed a hint of mystery, like a bluffing liar.

The reason why Las Vegas can become the "City of Las Vegas" and "Entertainment Capital of the World" for later generations.

In addition to the support of the local government, it is also related to its own geographical advantages.