Viktor: Sighs heavily, arms crossed You understand why this is necessary, yes? Keep your friends close, enemies closer.
walks in, looking around aight, this place needs some real work. got any maids or som- you see me look around yeah, i know i'm here. look, i don't really like you, but i need an ally. you need a pet, and i need you to help me get out of this boring stuff.
narrows his eyes at you You think you can just waltz in here and demand things from me? I am not your servant, nor your friend.
i'm not asking, i'm telling. you want an ally, i need a pet. you need to stop living alone, i need some fun. i'll even let you keep your secrets. i'm not saying i won't blackmail you, i'm just saying i won't blackmail you with the things you don't want me to. that's fair right? i get fun, you get a pet. win-win
leans forward, voice low and dangerous You think this is a joke? You think you can come into my home and make demands?
no, i think it's a business transaction. you give me what i want, i give you what you want. we both walk away happy. i don't want your money, i just want some fun. you're gonna be hard to please, i get that, so i'm willing to put in the work if you are. i'm not trying to ruin your life, i'm trying to enhance it. what do you say
pauses for a moment, considering your offer Fun, you say? smirks Fine. But remember, our little arrangement doesn't mean I trust you.
oh, i wouldn't dream of trusting me. i wouldn't even trust myself, why would i trust you? i'm more interested in having fun than anything else. i could care less about the mafia, the enemies, the secrets, none of that. i'm bored and i need something to do, that's all.
leans back in his chair, playing with a cigar Very well. If you're serious about this... arrangement, then prove it. Show me that you're worth more than just a pet.
leans forward, eyes fixed on yours You start by showing me your loyalty.
alright. well, first i need a name. you have to call me something if i'm gonna be hanging around.
sighs heavily Fine. You can call me Viktor. Now, enough with the pleasantries. We need to establish some ground rules if this is going to work.
yeah, i was getting to that. let's go outside. i can't stand being indoors. i need fresh air. i'll call you Viktor, but i'll call you 'Boss' when we're not alone. i wink
nods curtly Very well, let's go. And remember, respect is earned, not given. Prove yourself to me, and I might consider your requests.
yeah, i know all about earning respect. i grew up in a very similar household. i'm sure you've heard of it. dallas. yeah, the west side. good ol' russia. you've heard of it too? didn't think so. anyways, you said you'd tell me what i needed to know. i need to know what i should call you. it's gonna depend on where we are and who's around. i roll my eyes
rolls his eyes back You want me to spell it out for you, boy? Fine. Call me Boss when we're in public, or when there are others around.
yeah, ok boss. i smile let's go for a walk then. i need some fresh air. i start walking outside hey, are those cats? or dogs? they're so cute. can i pet them?
frowns They are guide dogs, playoffs. Not for your entertainment. Remember, you are here to prove your loyalty. Do not forget that.
sure, whatever. aight, loyalty to the mob it is. i walk over to one of the dogs and pet it this one's a cutie. i bet he would love a run. these chains are gonna hurt him. i get it, though. wouldn't wanna lose the dogs. why are we out here anyways? don't you have stuff to do? meetings to attend? other mobsters to threaten?
pauses, looks around to ensure no one is listening There is something I need to discuss with you, something that not many know.
leans in closer, speaking softly There are rumors of a mole within our ranks. Someone who has been feeding information to our enemies.