Superman

The glamorous female agent in a red dress said sarcastically.

"This is the art of language, Miss Carter. Many friends have suggested that a person who can speak like me should publish a book after the war is over. It only takes two months from a third-class soldier to a general. The young general uses his personal experience to teach you how to reach the pinnacle of life! What do you think?"

Luke is like a flamboyant prodigal, not at all stable during the day, which arouses Carter's disgust.

"Okay, chatting time is over, I have to visit Miss Isa's room. Have a nice evening, Miss Carter."

Seeing the tense atmosphere, Luke smiled slightly.

Holding the glass of champagne in his hand, he turned and left.

Carter behind him looked annoyed, and her female intuition told her that this was not Luke's true face.

But why did he act like this?

Chapter 36 Back to New York, Las Vegas Planning

Two days later, Luke, wearing the uniform of a brigadier general, stepped off the ship in a crowd.

Set foot on the grounds of the port of Palermo, the pier clearings are thronged with mafias who come to greet them.

A group of vicious thugs in suits and leather shoes lined up neatly, led by Alessandro.

Eisenhower's Anglo-American coalition forces have taken over Italy and launched campaigns against those fascists who tried to revive, just like Mussolini's eradication of the Mafia.

The feng shui turns, and now it's the Mafia's revenge.

"General"

Glancing at Luke's epaulets and the pomp behind him, Alessandro cautiously changed his address.

The mafia boss still had that humble appearance, even more respectful than before.

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

Two weeks ago, the other party was just a captain of the Allied Forces, but now he has been promoted to Brigadier General.

The speed of this promotion is like riding on a rocket!

Moreover, Luke is now a war hero recognized by the Allied Forces, a legend who led a team to conquer Italy!

Such a sensational deed in the world will be talked about even a hundred years later.

Alessandro thought that being able to appear in it was no different from being recorded in history.

What an honor for a gangster to receive such an honor!

"Mrs. Malena is still staying at the original hotel. After learning the news of your return to Sicily, she is preparing to wash you off."

Alessandro bent slightly. He knew that this time was different from the past, and he even became respectful towards Marlena.

"Why doesn't she come to port?"

Luke looked up, looking at the onlookers outside the pier.

Many people were full of anticipation, wanting to see what the legendary man Roosevelt and Churchill called "Superman" was like.

"Mrs. Malena said that it is inconvenient for her to appear in public with you, General."

Alessandro bowed his head.

Luke's eyes flickered, the corners of his mouth raised, and he said softly: "I see. Xhosa, are you satisfied with your current life?"

"I'm very satisfied! The sheriff who arrived in the town respects me very much. The governor of Palermo even visited me yesterday. All of this is thanks to you."

Alessandro nodded.

He has obtained both power and status.

Now in Sicily, anyone who sees him will take off his hat and call him "Your Excellency".

The same is true for the boss of the Camorra family.

Luke looked around, looked at the fierce mafia members, and said as he walked, "I can give you another chance to choose. After the war, the Allies have different opinions on how to deal with Italy."

"The United States believes that Italy should be entrusted to the United Nations, while the British only value overseas colonies and want to swallow these cakes. The Soviets feel that the three countries' joint trusteeship is more secure. For the time being, no one can convince anyone."

Alessandro frowned and thought, 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 destined to decline. You are just a product of a period of social instability. Once order is restored, the country will attack. Just like Mussolini After coming to power, in order to win public opinion, you will be attacked."

"Xhosa, I affirm your ability. Therefore, you can choose to stay in Sicily, continue to enjoy life, and be a family manager"

"In other words, go to the North American continent with me, where there are more opportunities."

After Luke finished speaking, he closed his eyes, as if resting, and as if waiting for a reply.

Alessandro thought for a long time, his eyes fluctuated.

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

"General, it is my greatest honor to follow you!"

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

Luke returns to New York with the Howling Commandos, this time without living in his old house in Brooklyn.

Instead, he was warmly welcomed by a group of dignitaries and senior officials, and moved into a luxurious room at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel.

This is the world's first skyscraper hotel, and it has a lot of history.

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

As he said, the Waldorf Astoria Hotel is a benchmark in New York, has always been loved by politicians from all over the world, and has witnessed many historically important events.

For example, after the end of World War II, representatives of the four victorious countries, the United States, Britain, France, and the Soviet Union, signed the World Peace Agreement in a suite in the tower.

The tower building has a lot of background. It once received the King of Monaco, Queen Elizabeth I of England and her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor.

Today, Luke is lucky enough to live in a tower suite at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, one of countless celebrities.

"It's really"

Malena looked up at the bright crystal chandelier and the luxurious furniture, as if falling into a dream.

She never imagined that she, from rural Sicily, would one day live in a house like this.

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

Moreover, no man would stare at him with undisguised greed.

All this, because she is Luke's lover.

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

"You will settle here temporarily, Xhosa will protect your safety."

Luke leaned back on the soft sofa with Malena on his lap.

Alessandro took about 300 people and followed him to leave Sicily and come to the strange North American continent.

Their compatriots have already made a living, going to various high-end places, making friends with politicians and Hollywood stars.

"I never believed in the gangsters, but they can sometimes help you with the dirty work. The mafia who came across the ocean to America had nothing to rely on except to cling to my thigh."

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

He is now an official brigadier general. After defeating the Axis and Hydra, he may go one step further and become the youngest major general in the history of the Federation.

But status is not everything, it needs funds, connections, and intertwined interest groups to support it.

The Mafia can serve as a solid foundation.

Luke has his sights set on Las Vegas, Nevada, a potential gold mine.

In the early years, the United States was in the period of the Great Depression. In order to stimulate the economy and tide over the difficulties, the Nevada State Legislature passed a motion to legalize gambling.

Since then, Las Vegas has become a gambling city, but it is far from the well-known level of later generations.

Luke, who had been involved in the Irish gangster, did not want to touch the lucrative business of smuggling and drugs.

That would cause a lot of unnecessary troubles, and later it would even become an embarrassing situation where he had to keep wiping the mafia's ass.

The gaming, hotel, and security industries in Las Vegas are all areas where the Mafia can flex its muscles.

Taking advantage of the development of the casino, there should be unexpected surprises if you get involved in it first.

In the original timeline, Las Vegas was originally paved by Benjamin Siegel, who was also a member of the Mafia, and raised 600 million US dollars to build a Flamingo hotel and a large casino to attract rich people from all over the world. tycoon.

"You can always see the long term."

Marlena said adoringly, and she was laid down on the sofa a little later.

Her black wavy hair spread out like a lotus flower, and her beautiful face was flushed with blush.

"It's daytime"

Marlena said weakly.

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

Luke's mouth is serious, and his hands are skillful.

Outside the floor-to-ceiling windows of the hotel, there was the faint sound of car horns.

Sometimes urgent, sometimes soothing.

Chapter 37 Presidential Award, Goodbye Captain America

After everything was settled, Luke spent the next few days in various social situations.

From the press conference held by the White House to the celebration dinners held by various military ministries, they never stopped.

Everyone who saw him laughed and laughed, praised him a lot, and the atmosphere was so harmonious that Luke almost had the illusion that "the war has been won".

According to the plot of the movie, if Captain America hadn't stopped the Hydra Red Skull's bombing plan, the Allies might not have won so smoothly.

"I am very honored to present this Medal of Honor, which symbolizes bravery and fearlessness, to Brigadier General Luke Carville! He is a hero of the Confederate States and our hero!"

On the White House lawn, President Roosevelt personally put the medal representing the highest military honor on Luke's chest.

Afterwards, the two shook hands cordially and took a group photo.

It is estimated that the headlines of all the newspapers tomorrow will be news about this matter.

"Although I heard that you are very young, I didn't expect you to be so young! You know, when I'm your age, my mind is full of how to strike up a conversation with the hottest girl in school!"

After the award ceremony, there was a luncheon at the White House. Mr. President walked to Luke's side and chatted without airs.

As a person in power who has been in office for the longest time in the history of the United States and is also highly rated, the other party knows how to bring people closer.

During the entire conversation, Mr. President just talked about Luke's parents who died young, the difficult past at school, and Uncle Frank.

Act like a gentle and loving elder, not someone in a position of authority.

"I just made some insignificant contributions, no different from those soldiers on the battlefield."

When Luke spoke beautiful words, he did not fall behind.

Politicians always like to beat around the bush, even one like Roosevelt.

"Dwight and I are very grateful for your gift. Luke, can I call you that! I have seen many outstanding young people, but you are still the best of them!"

Mr. President finally got to the point, smiled and said: "In return, what should I do for you? This war is not over yet, and the distribution of many benefits is difficult to determine, and your seat is already eye-catching enough. I want to It’s not easy to keep going up.”

"I want to go back to the battlefield and end this war with my own hands."

Luke spoke loudly, without any fake expression.

For him, the position of brigadier general was not enough.

While the war is not over, the key is to seize the time to earn achievements.

Regardless of Roosevelt being polite to him now, when the dust of World War II settles, if Luke has no other use value except for the halo of honor above his head, the other party will definitely treat him as a passerby.

"Uh"

Mr. President, who was waiting to write a bunch of bad checks, was stunned for a moment. Why didn't this young brigadier general play his cards according to the routine.

Obviously, it should be him who promises benefits, wins the relationship, and then gains gratitude, accepting him as a confidant

How did it become a righteous and awe-inspiring initiative to ask for a fight?

"Then I'll contact Allied Command."