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Yet, this was precisely how Michael wanted Mo to perceive the situation: the Corleone family as desperate, grasping for any remaining influence by trying to take over a struggling casino across the country. This perception was fortified by the fact that at the time of the meeting with Mo, the Corleones were indeed facing increased threats from rival families, particularly Barzini and Tattaglia, who were increasingly encroaching on their territory. This created a perfect storm, as Mo Green could view Michael's overtures as not only dismissive but an attempt to seize control amidst the family’s turmoil.