Thornton admits he won't have that kind of money to spend unless somebody kills his uncle, Avery Duggan, which will result in Thornton receiving his full inheritance. He proposes to save the casino by buying it out at full price, plus twenty percent, from the Cheng family with a quick sale which will result in a smooth transfer of ownership and foster good relations between the Chengs and the Duggans. ![]() Knocking on the office door, Thornton Duggan shows up again with an apology for how things have gone down and an offer. Agatha notes that they did at least open the casino after five years. Pouring himself a drink, Tao vents his frustration, angered that all the hard work put into the casino was all for nothing. Brucie is upset that the casino's day spa and gym have been closed. Tao, his translator, and Brucie Kibbutz enter the office. ![]() Because Tao's uncle is the head of the Cheng family, neither Agatha nor Tao can do anything about it. ![]() As a customer, the Protagonist's penthouse lease should be fine, but Agatha and the other employees are likely to lose their jobs. She regretfully informs them that Tao's uncle in Hong Kong has contacted them to sell the casino immediately because there has been too much "drama" surrounding it. As the protagonists enter Agatha Baker's office, Agatha is gathering her personal effects into a cardboard box with Tom Connors' assistance.
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