Nevin Byrd relied on the influence of the Eastern District, which Donnie also highly valued. Therefore, if possible, Donnie hoped to peacefully resolve Nevin Byrd's issue.
After some consideration, Nevin Byrd made appropriate concessions, "I have discussed this matter with Mori, and we are not greedy people; we only want our share. So, Mori and I are willing to compromise and reduce the number of Golden Halls from nine to six, if Donnie, you could agree to our terms and also persuade Nucky."
"We will fully support your plans for Atlantic City!"
Reducing from nine to six seemed like they were giving up three at once.
But in reality, each person still operated three Golden Halls.
This outcome was unacceptable to Donnie and Nucky. According to Donnie's plan, no individual or group in Atlantic City could operate more than two Golden Halls!
"Drop it to four, two each for you and Mori, that's the limit of what Nucky and I can accept. Anything beyond this number, we will absolutely not accept!"
Nevin Byrd shook his head, "If that's the case, then there is no way around it. In reality, no one in Atlantic City is willing to oppose you and Nucky. However, if each person has fewer than three Golden Halls, then Mori's and my interests will be compromised!"
In fact, Nevin Byrd did not want to fall out with Donnie and Nucky. Ultimately, it was all about interest.
So after stating his demands, Nevin Byrd continued.
"Donnie, one Golden Hall is not really significant for the entire Surf Hotel. Moreover, Mori and I have our own clientele. With our leadership, these guests will not only spend at the Golden Halls but also gamble at the Surf Hotel, which is actually a win-win situation for us both!"
If it were just about the interests, Donnie and Nucky naturally would not object to Nevin Byrd and Nicky Limo's request. But, it also involved a matter of influence.
Thus, at this moment, although their core demands differed, they were irreconcilable!
"So, Mr. Byrd, are you rejecting the goodwill we have extended?"
Nevin Byrd shook his head, "We are very willing to accept your goodwill, Donnie, but please also consider us. Only three Golden Halls can offset our current revenue!"
Donnie gestured dismissively, "That's because you don't know what scale the Surf Hotel will reach after it's built. I can assure you very responsibly right now that even if each of you only has one Golden Hall, the money earned will definitely be more than what you have now!"
"Donnie, I understand what you mean, but all of this hasn't actually appeared yet; it's just part of your plan. Therefore, to protect our personal wealth, I can't accept your proposal!"
With that, Nevin Byrd nodded in apology to Donnie, "I apologize, I still have some friends here, so I must leave first!"
After speaking, Nevin Byrd left Donnie's side.
"This is a tough nut to crack!"
After Nevin Byrd left, Nucky sat down next to Donnie, holding a champagne glass.
Donnie said, "If it weren't for your interest in the Eastern District, Nevin's issue would not be a problem!"
"Wow!" Nucky exclaimed, "Do you really think, Donnie, without the East's support, the people from the State Government, the people from the National Government would allow our Atlantic City to become a legal gambling city?"
Donnie shook his head helplessly, "That's why Nevin can be so brazen now!"
"Haha!" Nucky laughed loudly, "Donnie, you managed to settle things with Leck Young; I believe you can resolve Nevin's problem as well."
Donnie looked calmly at the smiling Nucky, "If you can deal with Mori, then without his ally, Nevin will certainly yield directly!"
Nucky's smile faded, and he said, "I will resolve Mori's issue very soon!"
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At the evening's party, Leck Young drank too much, but it didn't matter anymore, no one was paying attention to how he got back to his room. Everyone was curious about why Leck Young agreed to Donnie's demands, and when Leck Young remained tight-lipped about the matter, they realized no useful information would come from him.
In their eyes, Leck Young was now an old man about to leave Atlantic City, useless to them.
So the next day, when Leck Young left, no one came to see him off except for Donnie!
"Atlantic City is a beautiful place, but the people here are not!"
Looking at the bustling train station, where not a single person was there for him, Leck Young couldn't help but lament.
"All of this no longer concerns you, Leck!"
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Donnie stood there, his expression calm, "Your sons are out of the police station, and your eldest and second daughters' issues have been settled. From now on, we will probably never meet again!"
Leck Young looked at the calm Donnie and suddenly smiled, "Guess in a few years, will it be you or Nucky leaving Atlantic City as quietly as I did?"