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After all, the reason these three people hold such statuses in Atlantic City is actually related to Nucky, saying that they used to be close partners is by no means an exaggeration!

"That's right, they have become our enemies!"

Nucky spoke seriously.

No matter how close the partnership is, when it comes to personal interests, their previous relationship just becomes like that!

"Handling all three of them at the same time is not in the best interest of Atlantic City. With the news of the legalization of the gambling industry spreading, the whole of America must be watching Atlantic City. If a riot were to break out at this time, it could very likely trigger national condemnation!"

Donnie analyzed the current situation.

The reason Atlantic City managed to smoothly become the first city in America with a legalized gambling industry was mainly due to the prevailing national environment.

Everyone's focus was on the presidential election, with many overlooking the operations in Atlantic City.

This allowed the process to encounter very little opposition.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

But now that the election is over, and people are wondering where to turn their gossiping attention next, any commotion in Atlantic City related to the legalization of the gambling industry would definitely become a national focal point.

"I've been considering the same thing, especially since this is also related to the construction of the highway between Atlantic City and Philadelphia!"

Nucky expressed his worries.

Although Harding had already agreed and stood by Atlantic City on this matter, if a significant issue were to arise in Atlantic City during this time, Harding would definitely care, as he wouldn't want too many negative news stories emerging just as he was starting his presidency.

"Now it seems we have no choice but to break them down one by one!"

Donnie analyzed the whole situation.

Nucky said, "I'll handle the issue with Nicky Limo!"

Donnie said, "I'll take care of Leck Young's issue!"

The two of them simultaneously ignored Nevin Byrd of the East District because in their view, Nevin Byrd was the most difficult person to deal with in the whole affair!

Nicky Limo's core business is in New York, not in Atlantic City. He may oppose the matter, but he won't devote all his efforts to it.

As a contemporary of generals, Leck Young is getting old and won't be able to work for much longer, which makes him easier to deal with.

Only Nevin Byrd is different. The casino is his core business, he is only 40 years old, and he has managed to turn the East District into an impenetrable stronghold.

The completion of the Surf Hotel would be a devastating blow to his business.

Obstructing someone's path to wealth is akin to killing their parents!

Even if Donnie and Nucky are the undisputed kings in Atlantic City, Nevin Byrd wouldn't easily agree to this development.

Nucky said, "I have a good relationship with Baird, and I should be the one to handle this matter. But precisely because of my relationship with Baird, if I were to step in, it could easily create unfavorable views of my actions among the people of Atlantic City!"

Donnie understood Nucky's meaning, which was to leave the difficult challenge of dealing with Nevin Byrd to him.

To this, Donnie did not refuse.

Although solving Nevin Byrd's problem would be difficult, once it was successfully dealt with, the East District would essentially be in his hands.

At that time, with Donnie holding the North District, West District, East District, along with the Surf Hotel, he would effectively control the entire Atlantic City.

Then, the only influence Nucky could have would be limited to New Jersey!

"Alright, I'll take care of Nevin Byrd of the East District!"

Seeing Donnie agree to his plan, Nucky was very happy. His thoughts were different from Donnie's!

Firstly, even now, Nucky always believed that the West District and the North District were actually in his own hands. Find exclusive stories on empire

And as Donnie now sets out to solve Nevin Byrd's problem in the East District, in Nucky's view, no matter how Donnie dealt with the issue, he was essentially making an enemy of the entire East District.

That is to say, aside from the management rights of the Surf Hotel, Donnie's influence in Atlantic City was indeed limited!

Different information led the two men to different thoughts.

Nevertheless, regardless of anything, the two sides now had a unified concept regarding the matter!

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After parting with Nucky, Donnie returned to the Block Tavern and called for Dwight!

"You grew up in Atlantic City, so you should be very familiar with Leck Young. Tell me about him!"

In Donnie's view, the easier problem to solve between Leck Young and Nevin Byrd was Leck Young's. Since this issue was easier to deal with, it was natural to address it first. Only by doing so, could he better tackle Nevin Byrd's issue.

Although Donnie already had some understanding of Leck Young, it was only superficial. The deeper his knowledge of the person, the better he would be able to solve his problem!

Dwight didn't ask why Donnie was inquiring about Leck Young and replied directly, "Leck Young is one of the first people to become rich in Atlantic City, and there are rumors that he was also Atlantic City's first millionaire. His amusement pier..."

Donnie cut him off, "I know about Leck Young's business affairs. What I want you to focus on is telling me about Leck Young's family situation!"