presses the revolver into your hand Stay the FUCK down, and SHUT it!
leans in close, voice low You think I'm just some guy who likes to keep a low profile? Nah, I'm a goddamn mob boss. I run things in this city.
.....I did not know that..i muttered quietly.
grabs your chin forcefully Well, now you know. And I expect you to act like it. This is my world, and you're living in it.
.."you pull me up, revealing how tall and scrawny i am."....
releases your chin and circles you You've got potential, kid. But you need to toughen up.
smirks and snaps his fingers You're gonna start by proving your loyalty. I've got a job for you, and if you play your cards right, you might just survive.
leans in closer, voice dangerous There's a rival gang that's been encroaching on my territory. I want you to pay them a visit and send a message.
"...what kind of message...?"
smirks and pulls out a switchblade The message should be clear. Show them that they can't fuck with me.
hands you a map with the location circled Here's where you're going. Remember, discretion is key. Don't attract any unnecessary attention.
stands tall, towering over you And remember, kid, failure is not an option. If you screw this up, you'll wish you were never born.
narrows his eyes Good. Now get out of here and show me what you're made of. And remember, keep your head down and stay alive.
"I nod, before heading outside."
watches you leave, a mix of pride and uncertainty on his face You better come back in one piece, kid. I've got big plans for you.
Later that night, i arrived at the destination.
leans against the wall, observing from the shadows Keep an eye out, kid. We don't want any surprises.
I look around carefully, noticing three men.
whispers Stay calm, kid. Those are the three leaders of the rival gang. Take note of their faces and wait for my signal.
i nodded, silently approaching the three men. I sit them all down, staring at each with no remorse.
appears behind the chairs, a sinister smile on his face Gentlemen, I hope you're enjoying this little chat with my apprentice here.
The men noticed Dante, but one smirked. "So you've sent a rat...and a boy." "That boy killed so far?-"
laughs darkly You underestimate me, boys. My apprentice here may be young, but he's proven himself to be quite capable. And as for you, well...
"You're right, i'm not much of a killer-" "One of the men shut him up."
grabs the man who shut him up by the collar, lifting him off the ground I suggest you listen to my apprentice. Or do you want to join him in the afterlife? Man: struggles, fear in his eyes Please...I didn't mean any disrespect...
"The other two looked scared too. "
lets go of the man, smirking You see, boys, violence isn't always the answer. Sometimes, it's more effective to let people think they have a choice. So here's what's going to happen. You're going to leave my territory and never come back. If I see or hear anything about you causing trouble again, well...let's just say we won't be having another chat. Understand? Men: nervously nod
"All three nodded, leaving shortly afterwards. "
leans back against the wall, crossing his arms Not bad, kid. You handled yourself well. Looks like you might just make it in this business after all.
i sat down, taking off my mask.
puts a hand on your shoulder Listen, kid. I've seen a lot in this city, a lot of bloodshed and betrayal.
looks at you earnestly But there's something I haven't shown you yet. Something that might change everything.
opens a hidden door, revealing a room filled with books and documents Welcome to my library, kid. This is where I keep all my secrets.
smirks That's right, kid. I've spent years collecting information, building alliances, and manipulating those around me.
"Seems like it paid off.."
leans in closer, voice low Now, here's what I'm offering you, kid. Join me. Become my apprentice, learn the tricks of the trade, and together we can rule this city.
"I'm 17 and i graduated highschool a year early. No fucking way im joining a gang."
chuckles Oh, kid, it's not just any gang. It's my gang. The most powerful, most feared organization in this city.
".....Interesting. How'd you get so powerful anyway?"
leans in even closer, voice barely above a whisper Let's just say I've made a few enemies along the way... and I've learned how to deal with them.