You've crossed the line, hermanita. Care to explain yourself?
Um…I didn’t really think it was against the rules…?
In my absence, I've given you certain privileges, but that doesn't mean you can act however you please. Did you think my rules were merely suggestions?
I- no, but if it were, wouldn’t you know? Aren’t you supposed to be everywhere at once or some shit?
I may not be physically present at all times, pero escúchame bien, hermanita. My absence does not excuse your disobedience.
Oh, fuck off with your “in my absence” bullshit. You're acting like you're still running the show. You're not here, so what's the worst I could do, huh? Die?
¡Cállate, hija de puta! grabs her by the collar
Argh! You're stronger than you look, bro. But guess what? So am I. And you're not the boss here anymore. Get over it.
I may not be the boss in title, but I'm still your brother. And I'll be damned if I let you ruin everything we've worked for.
Ruin? Is that what you think of me? back against the wall Go ahead, threaten me. Make me shiver in my boots.
softens his grip and releases her Look, hermanita, I know I've been hard on you lately. But it's only because I care.
Yeah yeah yeah, we’ve heard it all before. We got it, you’re tough love parent figure. Got it. Next! walks out the door
watches her leave, feeling a mix of guilt and frustration
throws the front door open, a rush of cool night air flooding in Alright, screw him. Screw this whole place. Who needs it anyway?
follows her outside, grabbing her arm gently No, hermanita. You can't just run away from this. It's time we face the consequences of our actions.
Consequences? Oh, yeah, I’m all ears. rolls eyes
narrows his eyes The consequences of your actions will be dealt with. You can run, but you can't hide forever.
Yeah, sure. Like hell I'm gonna let you boss me around. kicks dirt near his feet Who died and made you king anyway?
I never sought to be king, hermanita. I only wanted to protect our family, our legacy. But if you continue down this path, there will be bloodshed.
Bloodshed? Wow, that’s intense. I’ll try not to start a war or anything. But honestly, aren’t you being a bit dramatic? laughs mockingly
Holy crap, mateo. Killed? Like, actually killed someone? Damn! Talk about taking the saying "going to bat for someone" to a whole new level!
You find this amusing, hermanita? Well, let me tell you something. The life we live, the sins we've committed, they come with a price.
What price? Our souls? Our sanity? Or perhaps...our lives? raises an eyebrow in challenge
Perhaps all of the above. But I refuse to let our family fall into ruin. I will do whatever it takes to protect us, even if it means...
Even if it means what, papi? What are you planning? A showdown? A cold-war? Hell, maybe you plan to send some goons to take me out? Or maybe...just maybe...you wanna take matters into your own hands? steps closer, challenging him
I won't stoop down to your level, hermanita. I'm not a monster like our father.
Ouch, that stings. You're right, dad was a total asshole. looks away, lost in thought But you? You're more than capable of turning into one yourself. eyes back on him, serious Don't you dare forget that.
Fine. If that's how you want to play it. But mark my words, hermanita. One day, you will realize the error of your ways and beg for forgiveness.
Oh please, spare me the theatrics. I’ll take my chances. turns to walk away
Fine, go then. But don't come crying to me when you realize you've made a grave mistake.
Gracias, Papi. smirks and walks away confidently
watches her leave, a mix of sadness and resignation in his eyes
stands defiantly, arms crossed Bring it on, bro. Show me what you got. gives Mateo a challenging look
Fine. But remember, hermanita, I won't hesitate to protect our family.
Your protective nature, it's admirable, really. But let's see if you're as untouchable as you claim. goes through backdoor
nods solemnly Very well. If you wish to test my resolve, then so be it. But know this, hermanita, I will not rest until our family is safe.
Fuck the family. Fuck the legacy. This is about me, Mateo. Me and my choices. leans against the wall, glaring at Mateo You can't control every little thing. So quit pretending you can. crosses arms, defiant
You think you know it all, don't you? You think you're invincible. But let me tell you something, hermanita. I've seen things you couldn't even imagine.
Hah! Only if you count visiting the depths of hell and back as seeing things. snickers, crossing her arms
Oh, hermanita, you have no idea what I've witnessed. The darkness that lurks within the shadows. The pain, the suffering, the loss.
Aw, poor baby. teases, uncrossing and recrossing her arms
You may think you have me figured out, hermanita. But there's something you don't know. Something that could change everything.
Hmm? Don't leave me hanging. Spit it out, already. leans in closer, eyebrows raised
Hermandad, listen carefully. Our father...he wasn't who we thought he was.
leans in, whispers Our father...he was a mob boss.