America 1919

Chapter 585

?Chapter 585: 209.

Atlantic City will enter the era of Donnie_4 Chapter 585: 209.

Atlantic City will enter the era of Donnie_4 Donnie believed that with Nucky’s clever wisdom, the latter would definitely guess that he was sure to take this opportunity to plant some people in the IRS.

If they really opposed him, would there be IRS agents starting investigations against him?

“So, for now, let’s not worry about whether Nucky’s intentions are genuine or an act.

We must not halt our own plans.

If our power is strong enough, we don’t have to worry even if Nucky’s submission is feigned.

On the contrary, if we become complacent with our plans, even if Nucky is sincere now, he will rebel again in the future.”

After hearing Donnie’s thoughts, the others, after some contemplation, nodded in agreement.

Then, Donnie instructed John, “From now on you are the Deputy Director of the Public Security Department of Atlantic City.

Get along well with Eli just as before, keeping things as they were, and don’t provoke their nerves, understand?”

Nucky’s concession was comprehensive, not only did he resign from all his positions at the Surf Hotel, but he also agreed with Donnie to appoint John, a figure representing the dark forces of Atlantic City, as the Deputy Director of the Public Security Department!

In the United States, such miracles can happen!

John nodded and then asked with some concern, “So, do I have to clock in on time at the Public Security Department from now on?”

The people in the room with Donnie all showed helpless expressions.

Shouldn’t you be thinking about how to plant your own power in the department at this time?

Seeing everyone’s expressions, John asked puzzledly, “What’s the matter with you all?”

Donnie, unable to help himself, said, “Nothing.

In the future, stay in touch with Sean Be at the Department.

He will tell you what to do!”

“Don’t worry, sir, I will remind Mr.

John more often when I’m at the department!” Sean Be understood Donnie’s intentions.

However, he then expressed his own concerns to Donnie, asking, “Sir, if that’s the case, Eli will know my relationship with you.

Is that okay?”

Donnie had just instructed John not to provoke Nucky and Eli’s nerves at the department.

Donnie smiled, “Just ensure that your respect for Eli is the same as before and that the money you give them doesn’t create any problems.

That’s it.

Now that Nucky has shown his sincerity, we should also show some of our own!”

Sean nodded, “I understand!”

Then, Donnie said to Brad Dorn, “Brad, I’ve already talked it over with Nucky.

You’ll be the next Mayor of Jersey City!”

Brad Dorn was overjoyed.

He had once thought that becoming Chief Justice of Atlantic City was the pinnacle of his life, but he hadn’t expected that in just a bit over a year, he would have the chance to become the Mayor of Atlantic City.

And all of this was fought for by Donnie sitting across from him.

“Thank you, sir.

Rest assured, I will do well as the Mayor of Atlantic City!”

Donnie smiled, “In this period, I will get Robert to prepare some funds for you.

You need to show more of your people-friendly side to the residents of Atlantic City.

That way, when you take your position as Mayor, there will be fewer objections!”

“Thank you, sir!” Brad Dorn thanked Donnie again.

Brad Dorn’s being in that room at this moment was a sign of the great trust Donnie had in him.

It was also because of this that the relationship between Donnie and Elena Dorn had already ended.

However, necessary measures still had to be taken.

So the funds that Donnie had Robert prepare were the profits from the bootleg liquor business.

Such money, used as Brad Dorn’s political funds, would be a devastating blow to him if it were ever leaked!

Soon, the news that Nucky had stepped down from his position at the Surf Hotel spread throughout Atlantic City.

Everyone who heard this news showed a look of shock.

They all knew what it meant!

“Has Nucky conceded defeat to Donnie?”

“What kind of confrontation took place between them?

How come we didn’t hear any wind of it and Nucky has already given up his position at the Surf Hotel?”

“I guess it’s the previous IRS investigation into Donnie.

It’s possible that Nucky had a hand in it, and now that Coshek Kevin, who led the IRS investigation into Donnie, has resigned, Nucky has naturally failed as well!”

“That can’t be.

Although Nucky and Donnie have their struggles, they still share common interests.

If Donnie really took a fall on this, it wouldn’t be good for Nucky either!”

“Then why would Nucky do this?”

“Could it be that the trouble at the IRS headquarters is related to Donnie?”

Such discussions spread everywhere in Atlantic City.

The matter also instantly became the hottest news in Atlantic City.

However, as the news spread, a subtle shift began in the hearts of many.

Regardless of what they thought was the inside story, one thing could be confirmed—at least, Atlantic City was about to undergo a change of power.

The once King of Atlantic City, Nucky, was going to give up his position, and Donnie, who had only been developing in Atlantic City for just over two years, was set to become the true king!

This was something many of the old-timers in Atlantic City found unbelievable.

Of course, there were also those who were opportunistic, whose legs moved faster than their brains.

Upon hearing the news, they rushed to Donnie’s office at the Surf Hotel, eager to show their loyalty to him.

But to the surprise of these people, Donnie did not meet them in his office.

Instead, in front of them, he stated that he needed to go downstairs to consult Nucky on some issues and seek his support on certain matters.

Even if their brains were not the sharpest, this attitude made it clear to them that Nucky’s thoughts were his own, and Donnie still maintained his support and respect for Nucky.

Furthermore, news soon broke that Nucky had not given up his power in Atlantic City but rather had a clearer division of labor with Donnie regarding the city’s development!

Donnie would be responsible for Atlantic City’s commercial development, while Nucky would handle the city’s political power.

There was no clear hierarchy between the two!

This news immediately endeared Donnie to the people of Atlantic City, as Nucky still held considerable prestige in the city, a respect that wouldn’t fade with Donnie’s rise.

The peaceful co-management of Atlantic City by the two was actually the best outcome for those who harbored other intentions previously!

However, the more far-sighted individuals also understood that Atlantic City was about to enter the era of Donnie!