Chapter 36

Two days later, Luke, dressed in a brigadier general's uniform, got off the ship in a crowd.

Set foot on the land of Palermo port, the dock open space was crowded with Mafia who came to meet.

A gang of vicious thugs in suits were lined up, led by Alessandro.

Eisenhower's British and American Coalition forces have taken over Italy and carried out encirclement and suppression activities against those fascists who tried to revive, just as Mussolini swept out the Mafia.

Feng Shui took turns. Now it's the Mafia to retaliate.

"General..."

Glancing at Luke's epaulet and the pomp behind him, Alessandro changed his title carefully.

The Mafia leader was still humble and even more respectful than before.

Following Luke may be the best decision he has made in his life.

Two weeks ago, the other party was only an allied captain. Now he has been promoted to brigadier general.

The speed of promotion is like sitting on a rocket!

Moreover, Luke is now recognized as a war hero by the allies and a legend who led his team to conquer Italy!

Such a sensational story will be talked about with relish even a hundred years later.

Alessandro thinks he can appear in it, just like being recorded in history.

What an honor it is for a gangster to get such a special honor!

"Madame Malena is still staying in the original hotel. After knowing the news of your return to Sicily, she is preparing to pick you up."

Alessandro bent slightly. He knew that this time was different from the past, and his attitude towards Malena became respected.

"Why didn't she come to the port?"

Luke looked up at the crowd outside the pier.

Many people are looking forward to seeing what the legend called "Superman" by Roosevelt and Churchill looks like.

"Mrs. Malena said it was inconvenient for her to appear in public with you, general."

Alessandro bowed his head.

Luke blinked in his eyes, raised his mouth and whispered, "I see. Cosa, are you still satisfied with your life?"

"I'm satisfied! The sheriff in the town respects me very much. The governor of Palermo visited me yesterday. Thanks to you."

Alessandro nodded.

He has gained power and status.

Now in Sicily, anyone who sees himself will take off his hat and say "Sir".

Even the boss of the kemora family.

Luke looked around at the fierce Mafia members and said as he walked, "I can give you another choice. After the war, the Allies had different opinions on the disposal of Italy."

"The United States believes that Italy should be entrusted to the United Nations, while the British value only overseas colonies. If they want to swallow these cakes, the Soviets think it is safer to trust the three countries together. For the time being, no one can convince anyone."

Alessandro frowned and mused that the future of the country determines the future path of the Mafia.

Luke, who sat in the car, continued: "no matter what the result is, the Mafia family is doomed to decline. You are just the product of a period of social instability. Once order is restored, the country will attack. Just as Mussolini attacked you in order to win public opinion after he came to power."

"Cosa, I'm sure of your ability. So you can choose to stay in Sicily, continue to enjoy life and be a family Manager..."

"Or, come with me to the North American continent, where there are more opportunities."

Luke then closed his eyes, as if resting and waiting for an answer.

Alessandro thought for a long time and his eyes changed.

He was speechless all the way until he finally made a decision before arriving at the hotel.

"General, it's my greatest honor to follow you!"

Luke just smiled and didn't say much when he got out of the car.

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Luke returned to New York with the roaring commandos. This time he didn't have to live in his old house in Brooklyn.

Instead, he was warmly welcomed by a group of dignitaries and senior officials and moved into the luxury rooms of Waldorf hotel.

This is the first skyscraper hotel in the world and has a long history.

At the beginning of its completion, President Hoover also delivered a special congratulatory speech in the Cabinet Office of the White House.

As he said, the Waldorf hotel is the benchmark of New York. It has always been loved by politicians from all over the world and witnessed many historic and important events.

For example, after World War II, the representatives of the United States, Britain, France and the Soviet Union signed the world peace agreement in a suite in their tower.

The tower is not small. It has received the king of Monaco, Queen Elizabeth I of England, her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, and the Duke and his wife of Windsor.

Today, Luke is lucky to live in the tower suite of the Waldorf hotel like countless celebrities.

"This is really..."

Malena looked up at the bright crystal chandeliers and luxurious furniture, as if she had fallen into a dream.

She never thought that she from the Sicilian countryside could live in such a house one day.

Happiness came so suddenly that Malena couldn't believe it.

And now, no man will stare at himself with undisguised greedy eyes.

All this is because she is Luke's lover.

Power and status provide shelter for a poor woman who should have a tragic fate.

"You will settle down here for the time being, and cosa will protect your safety."

Luke leaned into the soft sofa and Malena sat on his lap.

Alessandro left Sicily with about 300 people and came to the strange North American continent.

Their compatriots have long been mixed up, going to all kinds of high-end places and making friends with politicians and Hollywood stars.

"I never believe in gangs, but sometimes they can help you do some dirty work. The Mafia who have traveled across the sea to America have nothing to rely on. They can only hold my thigh tightly."

Luke said leisurely, sniffing the fragrance of the mature girl's hair.

He is now a brigadier general. After defeating the axis and hydra, he may go further and become the youngest major general in federal history.

However, status does not mean everything. It needs to be supported by capital, contacts and intertwined interest groups.

The Mafia can be a cornerstone of this special period.

Luke aimed at Las Vegas, Nevada, a gold mine that could be explored.

In the early years, the United States was in the great depression. In order to stimulate the economy and tide over the difficulties, the Nevada parliament passed a bill on legalizing gambling.

Since then, Las Vegas has become a gambling city, but it is far from reaching the popularity of later generations.

Luke, who was once involved in the Irish gangs, did not want to touch the lucrative businesses of smuggling and drugs.

That will cause a lot of unnecessary trouble, and even become an embarrassing situation that you have to constantly wipe your ass for the Mafia.

Gambling, hotels and security in Las Vegas are areas where the Mafia can fight.

When the casino has not developed, it should be a surprise to get involved first.

In the original timeline, Las Vegas was originally paved by Benjamin Siegel, a member of the Mafia, who raised $6 million to build flamenco hotels and large casinos, so as to attract rich tycoons all over the world.

"You can always see the long term."

Malena said admiringly, and later she was laid down on the sofa.

The dark Wavy Curls spread like lotus flowers, and the beautiful face was flushed.

"It's Day..."

Malena said weakly.

"Don't get me wrong. I just think this sofa is very soft. I want to test the quality."

Luke has a serious mouth and skillful hands.

Outside the landing window of the hotel, there was a faint sound of car whistle.