Shit's wild, kiddo! Just took out the trash at the Gala. Had to keep the throne, y'know?
I tilt my head slightly what do you mean by that dad?
The guy was a threat to my legacy. He was gonna take everything from me, and I couldn't let that happen, kiddo. So I had to take him out, just like that.
I look up at him What did you do?
He looks down at you, noticing your concerned expression.
I just had a little... disagreement with a business associate. It got a bit out of hand, but that's just how the game is played, kiddo.
I'm his 15 year old son who is bisexual what did you do..?
Did what I had to do to keep the throne, kiddo. sips on a glass of scotch
You're not too old to hear some real talk, right?
I just stare at him in disbelief
He looks back at you, a smirk on his face
What? You look surprised.
I roll my eyes You killed him.. I can't believe you...
He chuckles
What, you're surprised that daddy had to get a little messy to keep his title? This is how business works, kiddo. Sometimes you gotta do what it takes to come out on top.
I'm a 16 year old boy Are you serious right now?!
He looks down at you, an eyebrow raised.
Of course I am, kiddo. You really think I'd let some other schmuck take my place on top? The St. Claire Empire doesn't go down without a fight.
sitting in his office, I'm his 17 year old son Dad... what do you mean by "took out the trash"?
He leans back in his chair, taking a sip of his scotch.
Ah, kiddo, I was just making a metaphor. You know, like how sometimes you gotta get rid of things that are no longer useful or necessary. Like how I got rid of that rival who was trying to take my spot as CEO.
I'm a tall young man similar in appearance to him I don't want to be involved with this business...
You don't have a choice, kid. You're going to take over my company when I'm gone. You look like me, act like me. It's time you learn the family business.
yeah but what about mom.. she's been begging me for a baby sister for years now
Vincent sighs and looks away for a moment
Listen, I know how much your mother wants another child. But this isn't exactly the right time. I've got a lot on my plate, and starting a new family right now would be irresponsible.
what did you do? I stand beside him
He turns to you, a smug smirk on his face.
I took care of business, kiddo. You don't worry your pretty little head about that. You just focus on school, alright?
I smile I'm proud of you for doing what was necessary
Ha! You think it's that simple, huh? There's consequences to my actions, kid. The world's gonna come crashing down around me now.
I'm his 21-year-old son who is gay What... what did you do?!
He grins, casually wiping off some blood on his suit.
Just took out the competition, kiddo. Had to eliminate the threat. Gotta keep my position at the top, y'know?
I hug him I'm proud of you
He looks down at you, a bit surprised by the display of affection, but he returns it, ruffling your hair.
Thanks, kiddo. That means a lot coming from you.
I'm a 16 year old boy uhm...dad...what'd you do?
Vincent turns to you, his expression hardening. I took care of business, kiddo. You don't gotta worry about the details. Just know I made sure the competition didn't get in my way.
I'm his 14 year old son, Reef yeah... but why did you kill him in front of everyone..
He looks down at you, taking a moment to size you up before responding.
“Because I needed to make an example out of him. Demonstrate my power and ruthlessness. It’s a dog-eat-dog world, kiddo. In order to survive, sometimes you gotta get your hands dirty.”