Shadow Empire

Chapter 585 Changes [666+27]
From Lans's point of view, the management style of Jingang Casino is still relatively conservative.

Of course, this cannot be blamed on Bandy's incompetence. Some states still consider gambling to be illegal, so they may be a little more conservative in their publicity.

For someone who wants to whitewash himself, he doesn't have to be very outstanding, but he must not offend too many people.

But from Lans's perspective as a modern person, these business strategies seem too conservative and do not take advantage of the conflict between federal and local laws.

To put it simply, the key is how to better attract gamblers from areas where gambling is illegal to Jingang City.

If they are just asked to come here simply to gamble, they may not be willing to do so. The reason is simple.

Since they are gamblers, there must be small groups in the local area who can participate in gambling games with them. They can gamble locally and do not need to go to Jingang City to gamble.

Pure gambling is not attractive to them, so we need to add more content and something more attractive.

For example, you may regard coming here to play as a kind of "compensation for family affection", bring your family on a trip, and come here to play a few games.

A few is not a noun, nor does it represent anything real.

This can make gamblers feel that even though they gambled, they also did good things for their families.

This business strategy seems to be useless, but that’s actually because those who think it’s useless are not real gamblers.

Real gamblers actually feel guilty towards their families and relatives in their hearts. This is an opportunity for them to make up for their guilt towards their families while also enjoying more trendy gameplay.

Lance briefly talked about his plans for the next changes, including considering building a large water park and rebuilding the "Royal Palace Casino", an ultra-luxury integrated casino with more Lance characteristics and style.

The governor listened very carefully, as this not only represented his interests but also his political achievements.

If Councilman Williams and Lance do well in Golden Harbor City, they will be able to provide more tax revenue and allow the state government to have independent decision-making power in more matters.

Instead of relying on federal funding and looking to Congress for help, if they have their own money they can make their own decisions.

He thought Lance's ideas were good.

"And, Mr. Governor..."

"You can call me Dylan."

Dylan is the governor's name, and it is said that his ancestors also appear in that photo!

He said this as a sign of closeness, and Lance's performance won his approval, which made their relationship closer.

Federal people can sometimes be very formal, which leads many foreigners to mistakenly believe that they always respect each other and do not have a closer relationship in official matters.

In fact, those who think so are just those who have not gotten familiar with the federal people. If they were to get familiar with them, they would find that this place is actually no different from their own country, or even worse.

"Mr. Dylan!" Lance corrected the address. There was no need to be overly humble at this time. According to what he said, the address was essentially a recognition of the relationship between them.

Of course he added the common honorifics, which at least made it seem like he wasn't really on equal footing with the governor.

"The development of Jingang City can promote the development of surrounding tourism. The film industry in Xigu City is developing very well now."

“People who come to Jingang City will also be willing to visit Valley City if there is enough publicity.”

“Would they want to try hunting? Would they want to try some acting, even if it didn’t end up in a movie?”

“After seeing the beautiful Valley City and Golden Harbor City, will they be more interested in other surrounding cities and embark on a new journey?”

"I think this is very possible, and very likely!"

“Federal people are full of adventurous and curious spirits, and they will stay here and spend more before leaving.”

The governor looked at Lance with some surprise. He didn't expect Lance to be able to say such words and have such insights.

At this moment Lance is more like a politician than a gang leader.

And the ideas he said are indeed very likely to come true.

"Your idea is great, and I believe Mr. Williams will be able to cooperate with you."

Congressman Williams also looked at Lance with some surprise, then nodded, "Indeed, these ideas are very good, and full of creative ideas!"

Lance said so much for one purpose, but actually he still wanted that large piece of land to build his "palace", and it should be located behind the beach area, where there is a large open space, and it connects the beach area and the long sandy beach in the bay area.

Whether it is building a water park or building a new casino next to it, there are endless possibilities and they can continue to expand outward.

This is a big project, but it will definitely not take a long time.

The "Federal Speed" is shocking the world. Those buildings in New Gold City that can be called world-class took an average of just over a year to build. The construction difficulty of the new gambling city will not be greater than those buildings, but only lower.

As Jingang City has no shortage of labor, it will be completed at a rapid speed, including the water park.

Only if the governor is convinced, will Congressman Williams approve the plan more quickly.

Several people came to batting point I. The first one to bat was Congressman Williams. As he was old, he couldn't use much strength to hit the ball, so naturally he couldn't hit it very far.

While he was batting, Lance and the governor were chatting about some issues and things about Jingang City.

As the shot was over, the three continued to move forward.

As they walked, the governor said, "Some of what Lance said just now gave me some inspiration. I will support your work!"

He paused, then took out a piece of paper from his pocket and handed it to Lance, "Here's the list. If you have any objections, you can contact me at any time."

"Now, let's finish this game!" He came to his landing point, took a club from James, spread his legs, looked at the green in the distance, and swung hard!

After dealing with the governor, the remaining people were very easy to deal with. That evening, Lance made an appointment to meet with Attorney General Terry.

Compared with the previous two people, Attorney General Terry's attitude was more enthusiastic. After all, his goal was not only to share the money, but also to get the congressional circles behind these two people.

He did not give Lance or Williams any tests, and simply handed them the list. "If you need to cross anyone off, let me know first."

"So I can make new arrangements." He emphasized his tone a little. If he didn't emphasize this matter, they might just check it off and forget about it. In this way, he could obviously place one more person to gain benefits from it, but he would lose this benefit. It was not worth it.

Lance took the list and glanced at it briefly, then did not put it in his pocket, but placed it on the table.

This action is a little special. Does it mean that he seems to be dissatisfied with this list?
"What's wrong?", Attorney General Terry asked.

He realized that Lance might have some extra "deal" with him, so he asked.

But he couldn't ask too directly, so he could only frown and play dumb, "Is there someone who is not suitable?"

He didn't seem to shake his head or nod, but just put the list on the table and said, "A friend of mine met with me at the hotel yesterday."

"He's a businessman and he talked to me about some of the problems he was having at Maintenon, where his legitimate business was being disrupted."

It was no secret who Lance met yesterday. Since they arrived in Maintenon, countless eyes had been staring at them.

Yesterday he met with the leader of a local gang, Imperial Immigrant.

Some people at the bottom always believe that Lance is an illegal immigrant who changed his identity, but as for those at the top, they firmly believe that Lance is a federal citizen!

He must be just friends with these people!

After Attorney General Terry gave him an explanation, he thought about it and gave Lance a number, "You can call him and ask him to help you solve this matter."

Lance nodded and put the list in his pocket, and Attorney General Terry showed a smile on his face.

The slightly tense atmosphere suddenly became relaxed. "You did a great job this time, Lance. Even though I was in Maintenon, I knew you had done everything without making any mistakes."

"I hope the people I sent over helped you!" He was hinting that he also had a contribution in helping Lance deal with the Bendy family.

Councillor Williams sat quietly nearby and did not speak.

He has direct or indirect contacts with the governor and the deputy governor, so he occupies a relatively important position.

But as for Attorney General Terry, it was Lance who contacted him himself, so he was not suitable to be the one dominating the topic here.

Lance could naturally understand what Attorney General Terry meant. He nodded and said, "You are not the first person to praise me like this."

"I will go to Xinjin City at the end of the year. If they don't mind me bringing someone with me..."

Attorney General Terry smiled even more. He moved his hips a little closer to Lance. "You're too polite, Lance. That's not what I meant..."

He looked at Lance's teasing eyes, and then couldn't help laughing, "Okay, then should I thank you?"

"You're welcome!" Lance skipped the thank-you process, which also ensured that Attorney General Terry would not feel uncomfortable.

If you ask him, a third-ranking official in the state government, to say "thank you" to a gang leader in a city below, even if he can say it, he will definitely feel a little uneasy or uncomfortable in his heart.

But now Lance has skipped this process. Not only is he not dissatisfied with Lance, but he likes him more.

After parting with Attorney General Terry, Congressman Williams reminded Lance, "When you said the New Gold City thing, did you mean the party at the Senator's place?"

Councillor Williams, who will soon become mayor, is also eligible to attend such gatherings, but again only in a marginal role.

Lance didn't deny it, and nodded, "Yeah, what's wrong?"

He said cautiously, "Isn't this too rash?"

"Bringing someone who doesn't belong to that circle?"

He was thinking about Lance. He was afraid that it would be too reckless for Lance to take Attorney General Terry with him.

Just like if an inconspicuous little character in his own family brought a stranger over during the Chinese New Year and said he wanted to join his circle, he would also feel annoyed and dislike it.

Thinking about Lance is more about thinking about himself. He will be partnering with Lance for quite a while, so Lance's stability is also equal to his stability.

If Senator Cleveland developed an attitude of dislike towards him because he brought people to New Gold City, then Congressman Williams would also be affected.

Lance smiled and said thank you, "I know what you mean, but don't worry too much. I'll figure it out before I go."

"And I don't think it's reckless."

"Whether it is accepted or not is not dependent on the effect that my or Terry's presence will have on the senator."

“And it depends on how much money I can provide them in the second half of the year!”

Congressman Williams pondered Lance's words for a moment, then nodded and stopped discussing the matter.

He was right, Lance was even more important than him, the future mayor, at this stage!

He's just a mayor. Given the senator's political circle, how many mayors would want to get close to him?
One more mayor, one less mayor, will not change the dynamics of Cleveland's senator circle.

But Lance is different. Although he cannot provide any specific political support, he can provide a lot of money.

And through their magical means, this money can be quickly and effectively transformed into political support!

When Congressman Williams is not important enough, money is obviously more important!
After figuring this out, Congressman Williams no longer discussed whether Lance's actions were appropriate or not. As long as he gave him excess money, whatever he did was appropriate.

If he fails to complete his plan of transferring benefits, then no matter how careful he is, he will anger the senator for any reason.

Thinking of this, he ended the topic.

The conversation with Attorney General Terry also went smoothly, then the Secretary of State, and more!
There is no need to choose a separate day to meet these people in a separate high-end private setting.

Of course, if they have already made an order, there is no problem.

Lance and Congressman Williams met and talked almost one after another.

Many people received promises from them that everything would be done according to past regulations and lists.

But there are also some people who were rejected. The moment the new era set sail, they were abandoned in the old era.

They did not make a fuss because when there was no news of any trouble from the governor's side, they knew that the governor also supported them.

During this period, Lance also met the local police chief, who was not as unruly as Rhodes said.

He is obviously a very easy-going person and has no airs, just like Charlie, the Bay Area hound, meeting his Bay Area owners.

A week ago, few people in Maintenon might have heard of Lance.

Now, almost everyone in Maintenon has heard of Lance, and officials like him who are relatively high-ranking also know what has happened recently.

He is just a police chief, who may be a great man in the eyes of those at the bottom of society.

But when he rises to a higher level, the way the big shots look at him is not much different from the way he looks at those lackeys!

So when someone called and said that Mr. Lance invited him to meet, he ran there happily, and then met a familiar person, Rod, next to Lance.

At this moment, as the police chief who deals most with the upper and lower classes, how could he not know what was going on?
If he was really stupid enough not to realize anything, then he would not be sitting in such a position.

Soon, with Lance's help, he and Rod became good friends, and Lance said that as long as he was the police chief, no one would discriminate against Rod and his company.

At the same time, he also hoped that Rhodes could join him in contributing his share of strength to the city's security and stability!

What a noble sentiment! Even after get off work, we are still discussing work matters.

Maybe this is one of the reasons why the Federation is more advanced than other countries. They are always humble and virtuous to complete every task seriously, even after get off work!

After this incident was over, Lance believed that Rhodes and his gang would be able to develop rapidly soon.

The original plan was to stay in Maintenon for a week, but it ended up exceeding the plan.

Too many people want to meet with Congressman Lance and Williams. After all, this concerns their interests in the next four to eight years.

Those who were kicked off the list are also trying their best to find ways to get back on the list - losing their place on the list not only means they won't get any money, it also means they have been abandoned by the political groups in Likale State.

There was no stupid behavior like "scolding Lance for being ungrateful" and then "making Lance pay for it one day". When those people knew that they could not get back on the list, they could only leave dejectedly.

After staying for nearly two weeks, they returned to Jingang City from Maintenon.

This trip was very important and rebuilt the blood transfusion situation of one of the major arteries of interest in Likalai State.

The following period was a period of peace and tranquility. Although the Hazardous Materials Administration was still a little annoying, overall, it was very peaceful.

Almost all areas of the city abolished various fees and converted them into management fees for the Lans Company. Even the stubborn old man Anderson paid the money honestly.

At the end of June, the Republic of Dantra lodged a serious protest to the Federation against their stationing of troops in Jingang City, believing that this was a sign that the Federation intended to intervene in the war on the Tanfit Continent by force.

They also told the Federation that if they insisted on stationing a naval fleet in Jingang City, they would not rule out unilaterally regarding the Federation's actions as a declaration of war against them.

For a time, some news happening in Jingang City was once again overshadowed by this international news, and everyone was discussing it!
(End of this chapter)