America 1919

Chapter 481

?Chapter 481: 183, The internal power struggle at the Surf Hotel has already begun_2 Chapter 481: 183, The internal power struggle at the Surf Hotel has already begun_2 Donnie nodded, agreeing with Nucky’s perspective, “What’s Nate’s arrangement?”

Actually, Donnie had already decided on the general manager for the Surf Hotel while it was still under construction; it was Nate, previously from Block Tavern.

Like other company managers, Donnie had been observing Nate’s capabilities and loyalty, especially loyalty, since Nate had previously worked under Donnie’s rival, David Jabbar.

After a period of observation, Donnie was convinced of Nate’s abilities and loyalty, and thus he decided to appoint him as the general manager of the Surf Hotel.

Additionally, for the entire management team of the Surf Hotel, Donnie had also specifically asked Walker to find some people from his Regency Hotel in New York.

At the same time, the management team of the Surf Hotel included Nucky, City Hall, the State Government, Morgan, and people sent by Mellon.

It could be said that, for the future period, the power struggle within the Surf Hotel alone would become an important theme!

“Nate’s idea is to group those from the political and business sectors together, considering many of these families have a foothold in both realms,” remarked Donnie.

Nucky said, “As for those gang members, although their status can’t compare to those in the political and business world, they are still one of our main clientele in the future.

So, even though we separate them, the treatment they receive is by no means inferior compared to that of the politicians and businessmen.”

As for the Hollywood stars, they were allocated a separate area!

Gang bosses are seldom averse to gambling, and the sources of their funds are also questionable, so the Surf Hotel not only offered them the highest level of enjoyment, but also provided them with the convenience of laundering their dirty money.

That’s why Nucky said so!

Donnie nodded, “I have no objections to such arrangements!”

Nucky nodded and then said, “So the next few days won’t be any more relaxing than when you were on your roadshow.

Are you prepared?”

All the detailed work for the opening of the Surf Hotel was actually being managed by professionals.

Nate even hired a professional team from New York, so for the next few days, the only thing Donnie and Nucky needed to do was to mingle among the various powers as the mascots, tasked with building rapport with all parties!

Donnie chuckled, “Don’t worry, my wartime experience has left me in excellent shape.

Rather than worrying about myself, you should be concerned whether you can handle it!”

Nucky laughed heartily and replied, “We shall see who ends up exhausted!”

After briefly coordinating their respective tasks, Nucky left, but before he did, he reminded Donnie that there was a party that evening which Donnie had to attend!

Donnie indicated that it wouldn’t be a problem.

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After Nucky stepped out of the elevator and returned to his room, he noticed that his study was much larger than the one he had back at the Ritz Hotel.

If Donnie were here, he would definitely find that the décor was even more luxurious than his own office.

Even to accommodate Nucky’s reception of his “subjects” from Atlantic City, a rest area was specially prepared on this floor, and there were professional waitstaff responsible for reception and service.

Louis helped Nucky off with his coat, his expression hesitating slightly!

Nucky settled into his chair, poured himself a glass of whisky, then asked, “Are you curious why I agreed to let Donnie stay on the top floor?”

The top floor has always symbolized status for some, especially in Atlantic City.

Originally, everyone knew that Nucky lived on the top floor of the Ritz Hotel, which was like a throne, reserved only for the King of Atlantic City who could stay at the best hotel’s top floor.

“I trust that you have your own reasons, boss,” Louis said as usual.

Nucky leaned back in his chair, eyes half-closed, his voice a bit ethereal, “Donnie’s growth has been too fast, so rapid that we haven’t had the chance to act, and we’re already struggling to catch up!”

“Since you say so, boss, you must have a plan!”

Louis spoke calmly as always.

Nucky seemed particularly inclined to chat that day and smiled, “Although Donnie is incredibly strong now, there are still many people in the United States who are stronger.

Donnie’s success has been too smooth, and I believe that anyone faced with such swift success…”

Stopping there, Nucky looked at Louis, who seemed slightly confused, and smiled, “You have been in Atlantic City for so long, you must have seen your share of people who became rich overnight through gambling, right?”

Louis nodded, “Atlantic City is a city that excels at creating wealth!”

“And do you know the outcomes of these people?”

“Not all of them, but I know most.

Many, after getting rich overnight, keep pursuing that chance of sudden wealth, eventually going from riches to rags,” Louis responded.

“Donnie’s external business is large, and the IPO of ABC has stirred many hearts; it’s both a good and a bad thing…”

Nucky came to a similar conclusion as old Rockefeller: Donnie’s success would not only increase Donnie’s own pride but also draw more attention to him, with others coveting his wealth.

In conclusion, Nucky said, “I believe Donnie will inevitably face a rival, a formidable enemy, or his own wild ambitions in the future, but such opportunities will always arise.

Similarly, we need time, to understand every operational aspect of the Surf Hotel.

As long as we can familiarize ourselves with its operations, there will always be a chance!”