Life at the Top

“But this time, I have another collaboration I want to talk to you about,” the Godfather said to Jasper.

Jasper said sincerely, “I’m all ears.”

“Operating a gambling industry in Auma City requires a gambling license, do you know that?” the Godfather said deeply.

Jasper nodded and said, “I know, this means that you’ll be an officially recognized legal gambling organization that pays taxes following the official regulations and enjoys legal protection.”

“However, Auma City officials have not issued a new license for more than ten years. I think the most recent license was taken by the Venetians thirteen years ago. The value at that time seemed to be one billion US Dollars, right?”

The Godfather snorted and said, “Now there are three licenses for Auma City. The first one is mine, and the second one is Leesboa Casino which I own 40% of, the Laws own 20%. At the time, I also helped Venetians to get one. They promised they would give me 50% of the shares, but after it was done, they just kicked me aside.”

“I’ve endured this loss for 13 years, and now, the chance to act on it is finally here.”

fourth license. They won’t give out another one in

shocked upon hearing what the

would be in possession of a hen that laid golden eggs. Anyone

years ago was now worth at least two billion US Dollars, but even so, the Boses could recoup this cost with only three

of such a

cake, the more dangerous the hidden trap behind it

lunches, and the goodwill

Godfather saw Jasper’s hesitation at a glance and

City government, anyone and any company can only have one gambling license at a time. They can have the shares to other licenses, but they can’t own over 50% of

gave the Godfather a half smile and said, “The license will be auctioned off. Are you saying that you can meddle with

or change it. However, I can promise you that if I don’t nod my head, even if others obtain