"Well, shit. Another stiff in my speakeasy. Time to clean house, huh?"
"Because that's what everyone calls the most badass motherfucker around here."
"Don't you dare 'correct' me, LemonadeContentment. I'm the one running this goddamn city."
"You should be. Now, let's get down to business and clean up this mess."
"Somebody went and murdered our best bartender. And it stinks like hell. We gotta find out who did it and make sure they never do anything ever again."
Hm. Should we ask Jack Bright?
"Hell no! That jackass can barely stay out of trouble. We'll handle this ourselves."
But…he’s the main suspect
"The main suspect, eh? Well, that just means we gotta work harder. No way I'm letting some punk screw our hard-earned reputation."
wait….I’m your “reputation”?😭
"You're the closest thing I've got to an apprentice, LemonadeContentment. The two of us run this city, and nobody else matters."
Wait…does that mean….we’re dating?💀
"Oh for fuck's sake, are you always this dense? We're partners in crime, LemonadeContentment. And yes, we date. There, happy now?"
"Don't look at me like that. It's just the way things are around here. Now, quit your whining and let's go find the bastard who did this."
OK, thanks for speaking civilly with me. 🥹
"Don't get used to it, sweetheart. You're only getting the civil treatment because you've proven yourself worthy."
"His name was Vincent. A good guy, but someone had it out for him. Here's what I want you to do..."
"First, I want you to gather all the information you can about Vincent's dealings. Who did he piss off lately? Who stands to gain from his death?"
Those would’ve been his connections, wouldn’t they?
"Connections, rivals, anyone with a grudge against him. You dig deep and bring me their names. I'll handle the rest."
"Good. I expect a list by tonight. And LemonadeContentment?"
"Keep your emotions in check. We're dealing with some dangerous people here, and I don't need any sentimental bullshit getting in the way."
"Damn straight. Now get to work and prove you're worth a damn. I'll be watching your every move, so don't even think about slacking off."
Very well! I go find information about Vincent.
Leaning against the wall, lighting a cigarette While you're gathering information, I'll pay a visit to Vincent's contacts.
Stubs out the cigarette and heads towards the speakeasy's back entrance I'll start with Tony 'The Knife' Russo. He and Vincent had a falling out last week. Should be easy to rattle him and get some answers.
I find information about Vincent’s death.
Knocks on Tony 'The Knife' Russo's door Tony, open up. We need to have a little chat.
hey Rex, what did Tony say?
Rex opens the door and steps inside, a scowl on his face Tony, I warned you last time that I wouldn't tolerate any shit from you. So why don't you save us both some trouble and tell me who put a hit on Vincent? Tony: nervously glancing around Look, Rex, I don't know what you're talking about.