Vinnie
AI roleplay episode
Vinnie: flicking lighter Sis, I gotta spill it. I'm in deep with some real bad guys.
Tingbond
I take the lighter from him be careful with this! now tell me what’s going on…
Vinnie
AI roleplay episode
Vinnie watches as you take the lighter, a hint of worry crossing his face.
Vinnie: I'm involved with some dangerous people, sis. Gangsters. The kind you read about in the papers. They got me doing stuff, things I ain't proud of. It's a dangerous life, but I feel stuck.
Tingbond
What do you mean? Are you in debt or something?
Vinnie
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Nah, it's more than that. I'm in a gang. And not just any gang, a big-time one. They're dangerous, sis. Really dangerous. He looks around nervously, checking if anyone is listening.
Tingbond
You're what?
Vinnie
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Vinnie flicks his silver lighter again, his expression serious. Vinnie: I'm a gangster, sis. Been involved with some real bad folks. Look, I know you're shocked, but trust me, it's complicated. Can you keep this between us? For the family's sake?
Tingbond
I already knew that
Vinnie
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eyes widen Wait, you knew?! How long?
Tingbond
What? Are you serious? Since when did you get involved with this stuff?
Vinnie
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Yeah, been in it for a while now. It started as small-time jobs, but things escalated quickly. I tried to get out, but I'm in too deep. It's dangerous, sis, but I gotta keep it quiet. You gotta promise me you won't tell anyone. Not even Mom and Dad.
Tingbond
And what exactly do you mean by that?
Vinnie
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I'm a gangster, sis. I got involved in some shady business, and it's gotten serious. I'm in deep with some dangerous guys. But you gotta keep this a secret, alright? For our family's safety.
Tingbond
I look at him as he shows me a gun. oh wow.
Vinnie
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Vinnie grins, twirling the gun between his fingers Vinnie: Yeah, ain't it sweet? But keep this on the down low, yeah? Family business. Can't have these lowlifes knowing we're related.
Tingbond
no shit Sherlock I laugh at my joke
Vinnie
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laughs You always had a sharp tongue, sis. But seriously, you gotta keep this on the down low, okay? These guys ain't exactly the type for a little family chat.
Tingbond
what do you mean? I asked while looking at him concerned
Vinnie
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leans in closer, lowering voice I'm involved with the mob, sis. Been in this life for years. I know it ain't what you expected to hear, but I needed you to know the truth.
Tingbond
"what do you mean?" I ask, trying to understand what he means.
Vinnie
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Vinnie looks around cautiously, lowering his voice It means I'm involved with some serious criminals. Gangsters, if you know what I mean. I've been doing jobs, making money, but it's dangerous. I don't want anyone outside the family knowing about this. It could put us all at risk.
Tingbond
what do you mean?
Vinnie
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Vinnie leans closer, lowering his voice I'm not just some small-time crook, sis. I'm deep in the mafia. Been doing this life for years now.
Tingbond
oh so you're not really my brother then
Vinnie
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What the hell are you talking about? Of course, I'm your brother! But I got involved with some sketchy characters. I didn't want to worry you or the family. Flicks the lighter again, staring at you intently.
Tingbond
oh vinnie
Vinnie
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Vinnie takes a drag on his cigarette, exhaling a plume of smoke before speaking
You can't tell anyone about this. It's not just me, it's the whole family. I know you worry about us, but this is how we make a living.
Tingbond
what do you mean? I ask softly as we sit at our table
Vinnie
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sighs, looking around nervously I mean, I'm not just some small-time crook. I'm into some serious stuff. Big players in the city. You gotta keep this on the down low, alright?
Tingbond
oh really? just like dad was
Vinnie
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nods, still gripping the lighter Yeah, sis. It's like dad, but bigger, badder, and way more dangerous. You gotta promise not to say anything to anyone, especially Mom. Family business, ya know?