128 episodes. Are you really that person?
Macau.
Along with Hong Kong, it is a representative special administrative region of China for one country, two systems.
It is also a place that receives national treatment to the extent that it can be held separately from China for international events.
So the official name is Macau, China. (MACAO, CHINA)
In some ways, it could be said that this place is more loved by Chinese than Hong Kong.
This is also because, although the Chinese government has designated gambling as illegal, Macau is a place that allows for the promotion of the casino industry as a matter of policy.
Thanks to that, Macau now has established its position to the point of surpassing Las Vegas in casino sales.
I toured the city leisurely until the Macau Games.
It was because it was expected that they would run around out of breath after the competition started.
“I can see why the phrase “Europe of Asia” came about.
It looks good, but it’s not very exciting.
I haven’t been to Europe myself, but I’ve heard that word often.
It is said that if you go to Europe after seeing Australia, it is similar.
I thought that the word came from the similar architectural styles, as people who migrated from Europe came to form Australia.
When you go to another country, the first thing you see is the natural environment and buildings.
So, Macau seems like there is nothing special about it.
“Still, it has a more touristy feel than Hong Kong.”
Yoohyeon looked around and said, and Lucy received those words.
“Unlike Hong Kong, where finance is the main focus, it is because tourism and entertainment industries are nurtured as the core.”
I nodded and asked.
“Isn’t that entertainment industry a casino?”
“yes.”
“I heard from Henry before and he said that the godfather of the Macau casino is Stanley Wu. Does Lucy know?”
“I haven’t seen him in person, but I’ve only heard of it. After winning the exclusive rights to Macau casinos from the Chinese government, he founded SWM Group, and was called the Emperor of Macau until he stepped down from the front line. I know that he was personally close with Gary Parker. “
“I know that too, but do you know about the relationship between Stanley Wu and 14K’s Bang Won-ryang?”
“I’m sorry. I know there is a rough relationship, but I haven’t been able to confirm the details.”
That’s right, that’s not publicly available information.
There must be some kind of unknown relationship, as Shinui-an’s Yang Ah-gwan is secretly watching Baoshanz Metal Wang Wei’s back.
“You don’t know?”
I looked back at Liao Xin and asked.
“I have been working in Macau for over 10 years. Having Mr. Jin as my informant is an excellent choice.”
“So you know, don’t you know?”
“I know very well. If you get to that level, you can’t know.”
“Did someone with such a high level cheat in Australia and then get caught in Hong Kong?”
“Wow, I’ll say it again and again, but since I’m eating and living…”
“It’s useless rhetoric, so just answer the question. That’s why your fingertips are still attached to it.”
Liaoxin licked his wrists, licking his lips, and then opened his mouth.
“People who only know a little bit know that the relationship between SWM and 14K is that of a crocodile and a crocodile bird. SWM is responsible for the operation and management in the sun and 14K is in charge of what happens in the shade. “
“Are you saying it’s not a symbiotic relationship?”
“No. It is a subcontracting relationship with the primary contractor. SWM signed a contract with 14K for casino expenses and loan business. Don’t, then I’m dead on that day.”
This is a pretty fun fact.
14K is down there, not behind it?
“To explain further, when Stanley Wu was young, he was doing business in Macau and was driven to Hong Kong by the gangs in the dark. Perhaps because of that experience, after returning to Macau, the first thing to do after returning to Macau is to bring police power into his hands. He was called the emperor of Macau because he operated the security forces as if he was his own private organization.”
“But why are you so close to 14K?”
“It’s gambling. So, there are always cases where illegal work is needed. 14K scratches that itchy part well. In fact, it’s an organization that Stan Lee Wu moved to when he returned to Macau from Hong Kong. In a way, he was also a founding member. will.”
“Is Stanley Wu the same now that he stepped down from the front line?”
“Yeah. He’s out of the business and he’s 89 years old, but he’s still alive. As long as he’s alive, the relationship we have now will never change. Stanley Wu in Macau is like that.”
“Then maybe this competition was also led by SWM?”
“I don’t know even that. Although 14K is like a subcontractor, it has a certain amount of influence that can hold the competition. If they pay all the expenses, such as prize money or ceremonies, SWM has no reason to refuse. Wouldn’t SWM be good if you get VVIPs to visit the casino and spend money?”
That’s not wrong.
After all, in casinos, the means of competitions is a marketing method.
“Stanley Wu stepped down from the front line and who’s in charge?”
“The eldest son, Grens, is crying.”
“What is the relationship between that person and Bang Won-ryang?”
“I heard it’s not very good.”
“Is there a reason?”
“After Vice Chairman Grens Wu took over the business, Bang Won-liang suggested that he enter Japan, but he said he refused.
“What was the reason for refusing it? I know that Japan is also a fan of gambling.”
“Isn’t that where the pachinko industry is holding tight? Vice-Chairman Grens Wu decided that it would be difficult to grow a casino in Japan. The Japanese are conservative, so they will have severe checks against foreign companies.”
I guess you know
When the entry into Japanese casinos failed, he turned to a private gambling house in Hong Kong, but even that became difficult due to the rejection of Yang-Agwan.
“CEO.”
Lucy suddenly interrupted the conversation and called me.
“Huh? Why?”
“I’m sorry, but can you see the terrace of the restaurant on the second floor over there?”
“yes.”
“He’s a man among the male and female couples sitting in the front. The guy who wore sunglasses and tied his hair back, I think he’s someone I know. Can I go and check it out?”
“Who are you?”
“Probably the CEO knows that, David…”
Shibal, I don’t know why.
He’s the one who did the weird thing, leaving $53 behind when he sent it to get money.
You said you were going to stay in Switzerland for a while, but you were in Macau?
“Are you really that person?”
“I’m not sure because of the sunglasses, but I think it’s correct. I’ll go check it out.”
“Don’t do that, do you have a picture?”
“yes.”
“Show me.”
I checked the man’s face with clairvoyance while Lucy opened the laptop and looked for the picture.
I erased my sunglasses with my ability and looked at it so clearly that I could memorize my bare face.
“Here it is.”
When I saw the screen with the profile picture and history that Lucy showed me, I knew immediately that it was the same person.
“That’s right. David Wolf, that’s him.”
“Hey, CEO, I’m wearing sunglasses, so make sure you check it…”
“You don’t know my eyes?”
Then Liaoxin intervened with a pale face from the side.
“Wait a minute. Are you sure the David Wolf you are talking about is the Australian pro gambler David Wolf?”
“Do you know him too?”
“Oh my gosh! There’s no way I’m not aware of it! He is always one of the top gamblers when choosing a world-class gambler! Even after he’s retired, there aren’t many gamblers who don’t know him. Maybe he was invited to this tournament?”
“If you’re such a great gambler, maybe that’s it.”
“Just give up the tournament. That person can’t win. He’s retired because the casinos don’t accept it because there’s no other reason and there are no opponents.”
“Oh, is that so?”
Anyway, his odds aren’t 100%.
On the other hand, I can bet with 100% probability, but I can’t get tired of it.
“You don’t believe me? Mr. Jean, no matter how good your card counting is.”
Do you believe that you lost to me at that time because of card counting?
“You have to stick together to know what’s long and short. Let’s go and ask. Whether it’s going to a contest or not.”
As an added bonus, you should also ask why you did it in Switzerland.
***
“So, you’re saying it wasn’t the SWM group’s invitation, but the Triad’s invitation?”
Lana asked with an annoyed expression.
It was an international competition invited by one of Macau’s leading casino groups, so they came together.
My grandfather was also in the position that it would be good to make connections with them for business.
But it’s a gang!
“Lana, SWM and 14K are almost one body. Because of 14K, SWM can move freely in negative and positive directions. As I said, casinos are closely related to the underground economy.”
“I know about the casino industry. Now I’m taking issue with you for not telling me that the tournament is a triad.”
“Is that important? There’s nothing different about paying for the event.”
David replied with a puzzled expression.
It was difficult for him to understand.
Players don’t care how much money the organizers use.
“Then you mean you didn’t hide it on purpose?”
“No. I’ve always told you the truth and never made up any secrets.”
“Didn’t you have any special deals with the triad regarding going to the tournament?”
“No. They told me to participate because it’s going to be an international convention. So I said. If I leave, I’ll wipe out the tournament and everything, but is that okay? But they said it’s okay. I’ll send you a charter plane, so there’s no reason not to come.”
“Is that really all? If you have something to hide, I’ll never see you again.”
“Lana, when did you see me lying? When I gamble, I bluff, but I’m honest in front of the lady.”
David’s pleas of innocence eventually made Lana relieved.
“Okay. I’ll trust you. Instead, I’ll tell you this in detail from now on.”
“Okay then. It’s so familiar to me, I didn’t think of you. I’ll pay more attention to the details from now on. Hahaha.”
“And if possible, please make a seat with the head of the SWM group.”
“Who do you want to meet? Sir Stanley must be senile by now, so would you like me to meet Glens?”
“Is President Stanley’s health so bad?”
“Well, maybe not? It’s the inspiration of eating a lot of good things when I was young. Senescence is just something I’ve done.”
“Then let me meet President Stanley, because that’ll be faster.”
“Okay, I’ll try to arrange a seat after the competition is over. It’s an inspiration to reveal so much, I don’t want to show you, but I can’t help it.”
“You’re the one who reveals it.”
Lana looked at David’s back with a cold expression.
“Why again? Because I only have you now.”
“Then who is that woman? How many times has this been done already… Uh huh.”
“Huh? Who?”
David looked back and widened his eyes.
“Huh? Lucy? Lucy Rose, right?”