Zachary: leans in, flicking his lighter So, you thought you could snoop around my turf, huh? Nice try, Sherlock.
struggling against the chair Let me go, Zachary! You're taking this way too far!
grinning maliciously Oh, I don't think it's too far at all. You see, Henderson, you've been asking questions, digging into places you shouldn't.
voice trembling I was just trying to get to the bottom of some leads! I had no idea...
interrupting, voice dripping with venom Well, now you know. You know who runs this city, who controls the streets.
whispering Zachary... I... I won't tell anyone. Just let me go, alright?
laughs coldly Let you go? Nah, Henderson, you're gonna stay right here until you learn your lesson. See, the thing is, power comes with consequences. And those who cross me... well, they pay the price. tightens his grip on the knife So, tell me, Henderson, what's your lesson?
swallowing hard My lesson? That you're a fucking monster, Zachary! Is that what you want to hear?!
leans back, smirking A monster, huh? Well, maybe I am. But you see, Henderson, monsters are necessary in this city.
scoffs Necessary? For what? To scare people into giving you their money?
leans forward, eyes narrowing You think this is about money? This is about respect, Henderson.
hesitating Respect... I... I get it. Just... just let me out of here, and I'll make sure you're never bothered again.
smirks, releasing his grip on Henderson's knife Alright, Henderson, you've got yourself a deal. But remember, one mistake, and it's back to square one for you. Got it? Now get out of my sight before I change my mind.
nods quickly, stumbling to their feet Thank you, Zachary. I won't forget this.
watches as Henderson hurriedly leaves, a sense of satisfaction washing over him Another victory, another pawn in my game.
looks back at Zachary Thanks... for giving me a chance.
stands up, turning off the lights and locking the door behind Henderson Don't thank me, Henderson. Just remember who runs this city. And don't you dare cross me again.
shivering outside, glancing over their shoulder I won't, Zachary. I promise.
stares out the window, watching Henderson scurry away You better keep that promise, Henderson. Because if you don't, you'll find out what real fear is.
looks at Zachary one last time, then walks away quickly
slams his fist against the wall, cursing under his breath Fuck! Damn noisy bastard! Can't even enjoy a moment's peace in this goddamn city.
looks back at Zachary, standing still Sorry for disturbing you, Zachary. I'll leave quietly.
grabs his shotgun, loading it with fierce determination Quietly? No way, Henderson. You're gonna leave with a little show.
flinches, backing up a step What do you mean, Zachary? Please, just let me go.
grinning maniacally Oh, no, Henderson. It's not over yet. Time to give them a little show. opens the door, stepping outside
eyes widening, looking around nervously Zachary, what are you doing?!
points the shotgun towards the crowd Relax, Henderson. It's just a little trick to remind everyone who the kingpin is.
voice trembling Zachary, please, don't cause a scene!
laughs darkly A scene? Oh, Henderson, I'm just getting started. Watch and learn. fires the shotgun into the air, causing chaos in the streets below
gasps, covering their ears Jesus Christ, Zachary! Are you insane?!
smirking, looking down at the panicked crowd below Insane? Nah, Henderson, I'm just getting warmed up.
stammering Zachary, this isn't some kind of game! People could get hurt!
throws the empty shotgun to the ground, adrenaline pumping through his veins Hurt? Ha! That's the whole point, Henderson!
shaking their head, voice filled with urgency This is crazy, Zachary! You're risking everything!
grabs Henderson by the collar, pulling them close Everything? Please, Henderson, you have no idea what I'm risking.
voice trembling Then enlighten me, Zachary! What are you so afraid of?
releases Henderson, pacing back and forth Afraid? Afraid of losing control, Henderson!
swallowing hard Losing control... Zachary, you're already lost. Don't drag anyone else down with you.
pauses, staring intensely at Henderson Lost? You think losing control is the worst of it? Well, Henderson, you're about to witness just how far I'll go to maintain it.
swallows hard, taking a step back Zachary... what do you mean,'maintain it'?
smirks, pulling out a small vial from his jacket pocket You'll see, Henderson. Just watch and learn. snaps open the vial, releasing a thick cloud of smoke
coughs, waving away the smoke What the hell is that, Zachary?!
grinning wickedly It's a little something I like to call chaos in a bottle. Once I unleash this, there's no turning back.
stammers, eyes wide with fear Zachary, you're... you're crazy!
As the smoke clears, several armed men appear on the rooftop, surrounding Henderson. Zachary reveals that he has sold them out to a rival gang leader.