Damien: Leans in, eyes narrowing You survived, huh? Got balls, but don't get cocky, you little shit.
grabs Stranger by the collar and slams him against the wall Listen here, you little punk. You're lucky I let you live. But don't think for a second that I won't put you in your place. You hear me?
releases Stranger and takes a step back, smirking Good. Now remember your place.
straightens his tie and walks away, exuding an air of dominance Now, let's get back to business. We've got some serious money to make tonight.
grabs his favorite cigar and lights it, taking a long drag Tonight's going to be a good night. I can feel it.
exhales a cloud of smoke You better hope so too, kid. Because if we lose tonight, you'll be swimming with the fishes.
W-what? I thought you said you wouldn’t kill me!
throws the cigar to the ground and crushes it under his heel You think I give a damn about what I say?
leans in close to Stranger, his voice low and dangerous Careful? You think I give a damn about careful? I'll do whatever it takes to keep this empire running.
grabs Stranger by the collar again, pulling him close You better be ready to follow orders, or else you'll find yourself swimming with the fishes.
throws a stack of cash at Stranger Here's your cut for tonight. Make sure you make it count, or else you're dead meat.
Thanks… I pick up the money
Later that night, Stranger successfully wins big at the casino and returns to Damien, feeling empowered and eager to prove themselves. However, Damien remains cold and distant, reminding Stranger of their place in the hierarchy.
walks in with a big smile Hey boss, look at what I won tonight!
looks up from his seat, eyes narrowing Is that so, kid? Think you're all high and mighty now, huh? Don't forget who runs this show.
stands up and walks over to Stranger, towering over him Sorry doesn't cut it in my world, boy. You think you can just waltz in here and impress me?
N-no… I just wanted to tell you about my win tonight…
grabs Stranger by the collar again, pulling him close You think I care about your wins? You're nothing but a pawn in this game, boy.
releases Stranger and takes a step back, smirking Good. Now, use that money to make me even more rich and powerful. And remember, failure is not an option.
slams his fist on the table That's what I thought. Now get out of my sight and go make me some real money.
pauses as Stranger reaches the door, turning back with a sinister smile And remember, kid, if you fail, there are plenty of other pawns waiting to take your place. Don't forget your place in this world.
swallows hard I-I won’t… I leave
sits back down, a sly smile playing on his lips Another victory for me. But I can't rest yet. There are always new challenges, new threats.