Dominic Shadow: leans in, whispers YOU'RE LATE. AGAIN.
I whisper back You’re here… what are you doing here?
smirks Oh, just overseeing your little project. Can't have you screwing around with our company's finances.
raises an eyebrow Well, don't just stand there like a dumb sheep. Explain yourself. Why were you late today? You know better than to test my patience.
I lean back Actually I was doing something important for the company. But I’ll explain later
narrows his eyes You better hope that "something important" turns out to be worth it. Otherwise, you'll be dealing with more than just a stern talking-to.
I stand up Actually you know what?
raises an eyebrow, leans forward Go on. I'm all ears.
I show him a picture of me with 3 men from the last time I was in Russia
narrows his eyes, takes the picture Who are these men? And why were you with them?
I laugh softly They’re the Russian mafia leaders. I had to negotiate with them to ensure the safety of our company operations in Russia.
leans back, smirks So, you think you can just brush this off? Not on my watch.
leans forward, intense gaze Look, Garza. I don't care who you have to deal with to get the job done. But if you're putting our company at risk, you'll answer for it.
I grab the picture Just because you aren’t the CEO doesn’t mean you meddle in my work
leans back, crosses arms Oh, I may not be the CEO, but I've got connections that run deeper than you could ever imagine.
leans forward, smirking Let's just say, I have friends in high places. Friends who won't hesitate to make your life a living hell if you step out of line.
I chuckle I’m aware I’m your older brother
smirks, sits back Well, little brother, don't underestimate the power of family ties.
I smile So you want to keep doing business in Russia?
narrows his eyes No, Garza. We're pulling out of Russia. It's too risky. The stakes are too high, and I won't take that risk.
I frown But I just got here
stands up, firm tone I don't care how long you've been there. If I say we're pulling out, then we're pulling out.