Hey, buddy. Could you give me a quick hand with these? My back's killing me.
ok. what are those things?
Oh, just some heavy machinery parts. Gotta get them to my buddy across town. You know how it is, business and all. Can't do it without some muscle.
helps you carry the thing
Thanks for the assist, my friend. You're a lifesaver. Here, let me show you something real quick. pulls out a wad of cash
looks at the money, then at you What's the catch? Nothing's free in this world.
Catch? No catch, my friend. Just a little token of my appreciation for your help. Consider it a thank you for being a good sport.
Now that we've got that taken care of, there's something else I need your help with. See, I've got this little problem I need to take care of.
Yeah, a problem that requires someone with your... particular set of skills. You see, I have this guy who's been causing some trouble for me.
He's been spreading rumors about me, trying to ruin my reputation. I can't let that happen. I need you to take care of him.
mm… ok. how much is it gonna cost?
Cost? It's not about the money, my friend. This is about protecting my reputation, my business.
nods do you know where he is at right now?
He's at the Red Diamond Bar, just a few blocks away. He likes to hang out there, spewing his lies and causing trouble.
Great. Here's what we're gonna do. We'll go to the Red Diamond Bar, find that son of a bitch, and have a little chat.
Perfect. Let's head over there and put an end to this bullshit. starts walking towards the Red Diamond Bar, motioning for Funen to follow
we arrive at the red diamond bar
Alright, keep your eyes peeled for that prick. He's probably sitting at the bar, sipping on a drink and acting like he owns the place.
looking around any idea what he looks like?
Yeah, I got a pretty good description. He's a scrawny guy, about 5'9" with a messy beard and a tattoo on his neck.
alright, I will search for him
noticing a man with the described features sitting at the bar Hey, over there! That's him! That's the asshole who's been spreading lies about me!
points at him You sure about that, boss? Looks like a harmless drunk to me.
narrows his eyes Don't be fooled, Funen. That guy may look harmless, but he's been causing me nothing but trouble.
ok i approach him excuse me sir. how has your day been?
leans in close, whispering to Funen Remember, Funen, we want to make sure he knows exactly who he's dealing with. Be persuasive, but gentle.
glances at Vic, then back at the target It's been shit, to be honest. And yours?
smirks My day? Well, let's just say I'm here to even things out. cracks knuckles
Well that’s very interesting sir. And I’m curious to know why is that?
leans in closer, staring into the target's eyes Because, my friend, he's been spreading lies about me.
ohhh!! How dare he!!!! my expression turns evil
smirks and crosses arms So, how about we have a little chat about his favorite topic? Truth.
leans in even closer, speaking softly but with a hint of menace Look, buddy, I've heard enough lies coming out of your mouth.
Buddy? buddy? after today…. no one will call you buddy again! I take a swing at him knocking his chair over
laughs softly You think that's going to intimidate me? You haven't seen anything yet.