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behind the guy.

But what I gotta tell you is,

I cannot talk about it.

I understand.

He wants to come out here,

a quiet weekend.

I understand.

A bit of this, a bit of that.

No fuss.

Billy, thanks, pal.

I'll walk you in.

Thanks, pal.

I'll take it from here.

No problem, no problem.

Hey.

Right this way.

I'm trying to keep a low profile

here. You understand?

We like to go in quiet.

Could we get some attention here?

- May I help you?

- Ahem!

Yes, I'll have to get

right back to you. Thank you.

Good morning, gentlemen.

Good to have you with us.

Shall we go right up to the room?

We're going upstairs.

We'll be going to the Criterion floor.

Welcome to the Galaxy, gentlemen.

Call the top floor.

Tell them our guests are coming.

Yes, sir.

Anything you might need

in Lake Tahoe, sir,

I'd be honored if you'd

ask for me. Billy Drake.

Who is he?

From Chicago.

Yes, sir.

I understand.

Absolutely.

I understand.

Yes, sir.

I understand completely.

Here they are now.

Hi.

Welcome to the Criterion floor, Mr...

Johnson.

Look, it's a good idea...

It's very important...

that nobody know

Mr. Johnson is here.

I understand.

I'm your butler.

My name is Randy.

And I'll be at your disposal

24 hours a day.

See to the bedrooms, if you would.

And turn on the music, please.

Any help you need

with travel arrangements,

special dietary preparation,

cleaning, mending, shoe shine, shopping,

or any other aid you require,

don't hesitate to ring.

The manager has informed me

all the staff have been advised

that any wish expressed

by you or Mr. Johnson...

No, no, no. Nobody is to know

that Mr. Johnson is here.

Believe me, I understand.

Your privacy will be respected.

I'll be right-a back.

We're here for two days quiet.

A little low-profile relaxation.

I completely understand.

We at the Galaxy understand

and appreciate your position.

Believe me.

The Criterion floor,

in concept and execution,

exists only to cater

to your special needs.

The entertainment system

gives you access to a library

of over 1,000 films, records and tapes.

Secretarial or legal services.

I am a notary, should you require it.

Where are the bags?

Where are the bags?

We, lost our bags on a connection.

Our stores are yours.

Whatever you require,

go down or ring,

and they'll have it sent up.

That's kind of you, but...

Credit in the casino,

whatever you require

in financial services.

24-hour access to a ticker tape

of the major markets.

Allow me.

We are prohibited from offering

in-the-room-gaming,

but if you will notify me,

I can arrange a private area

in our members' room

on very short notice.

Tickets for the show, Jackie Shore,

tonight in the Constellation Room,

or tickets for any other show in town.

The sights and sounds of

Lake Tahoe. And here is my card.

I'm at that number or

they'll beep me there

at anytime, anytime at all.

Mr. Johnson, any questions

about the room?

No.

I believe we have anticipated

your tobacco requirements.

But if there's anything we've left out,

don't hesitate to let me know.

You have a fully-stocked kitchen.

If you or your chef

gives us requirements,

we will be pleased to shop for you.

I believe the other features

are self-explanatory.

We strive to provide the

ultimate in privacy and comfort.

If there is any area in which

we fall short, please inform us.

It is a pleasure and honor

having you as a guest

of the Galaxy and the Criterion floor.

My name is Randy.

Whatever I can do

to make your stay more enjoyable,

it will be my honor

and pleasure to serve you.

The concierge desk and our

kitchen are at your disposal.

Should you wish to shop,

our shops and stores

are open to you on

a private basis 24 hours a day.

Whatever services you desire,

there is, of course, no bill.

Your money's no good in this hotel.

Mr. Johnson, you have beautiful hands.

And a lovely treatment

of the hands, if I may say so.

An excellent choice.

Clean, without being austere.

Mr. Johnson,

it's been a pleasure.

It's always a pleasure to

clothe a man of your physique.

You honor us, sir, with your custom.

Telephone call for Mr. Dowd.

Telephone call for Mr. Dowd.

Yes, yes, yes.

Okay, wanna pass?

Clothes don't make the man.

I make the man.

You understand me?

Just because we got new clothes.

Something to drink?

Scotch, please.

Nothing for me.

I'm here to gamble.

Place your bets.

Place your bets.

Here we go.

Blackjack.

And here we go.

Give me five on the 9, five on the 19,

and five for you, dealer.

Round and round she goes.

No more bets.

Where she stops, nobody knows.

Good luck.

And the number is...

You gotta put money in it.

We're taking reservations for both shows.

I'll be with you in a moment.

Give me $20. We'll have

two wonderful days.

I understand.

We aren't gonna go crazy.

Two days, then we go back-a to Chicago.

That's absolutely right.

10:
00 Monday morning,

28th district.

I wear the gray overcoat.

I see the son of a b*tch.

Had three shots in the heart.

How do you feel?

Tight but aggressive?

Okay.

Good.

May I help you, gentlemen?

Yeah, give me $20.

Everything all right, gentlemen?

No, we just...

Whatever credit these gentlemen

require, there's no limit.

And I mean no limit.

$20.

Yeah.

No, no. I think...

I'm making a joke here.

Just give me a thousand.

Gimme a thousand bucks.

Tab it.

Would you like a table for the late show?

Jackie Shore, Constellation Room.

- In the back.

- $1,000.

May I have a moment, please?

Excuse me.

If you got the name, go get the game.

Let's gamble.

Okay.

No, hey, this is for show.

Play what you got in your pocket.

If there's anything I can do... Thanks.

Jerry, I never win nothing.

Maybe we can fix that.

Jerry.

Not even you can fix something like this.

Not even me?

Not even you.

Not even someone like me?

Hey, put it in.

Put it in!

Hey, wait a second.

There is something you could do for me.

I'd like to give Mr. Johnson

a little treat.

Absolutely, sir.

Could we arrange for him,

as a lark, to win a little?

To win?

Just a little.

To win at the casino?

Just a little. Just $50, $100,

as a thrill. Can you do that?

Well... Whatever it is, I'll make it up.

You'll pay it back?

That's what I'm sayin'.

Broke so soon?

Hey, the slots are cold.

Let's try something else.

Twelve.

Twelve.

This table open?

Yes, sir, it is.

Okay, you got black,

you got red, you got numbers.

What do you want to bet?

I take-a black.

Pick a number. Pick a number.

Okay.

You pick a number, it hits, pays 35 to 1.

Put five bucks on a number.

We're partners.

No, it's yours.

Ye... no. We're partners.

Whatever happens, we 50-50.

Yeah, okay.

You know what? You know

what number I always play?

My flight number.

What flight did we come in on?

Twelve, wasn't it?

Yeah, yeah.

I think you're right.

I think it was number 12.

I gotta talk to you.

Not now, Jackie.

Twelve! The number is 12.

I win.

Yes, sir.

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