A few days later, Michael flew from New York to Las Vegas, where Hardy personally picked him up at the airport. The two met with a warm embrace.
"Hardy, thank you for your help with the Corleone family," Michael said sincerely.
"Mr. Vito has already thanked me," Hardy replied with a smile.
"No, this is my personal thanks. I know how dangerous the situation was for our family. Without your help, the other families might not have stopped and negotiated," Michael said.
Hardy smiled, "Let's not talk about that. Come, let me show you our Flamingo Casino."
The two arrived at the Flamingo Casino. The luxurious casino hall, rows of gaming tables, lavishly decorated hotel, shaded palm trees, and a small lake—having such a lake in Nevada is truly rare.
"It's very beautiful here. No wonder it cost so much. What are your plans for running it, Hardy?" Michael asked.
