Thread: 91 Days: Peace Never Lasts Forever (Athene & thejohnnytype)

Antonio suddenly clapped his hands together and rubbed his enclosed palms with delight, You're one of the good ones! He then twisted his body halfway around and gave a more irritated look to the men and waved them over. He of course was gesturing to, and they knew who they were, Stefano who nudged Manny in the side with the sharpest point of his elbow to get his attention and together they walked to retrieve the boxes. After so many exchanges, they still had to be told to take action. The two in the truck were squatted, sweaty, and on standby for the receiving shipment. The doors were left wide open and the opening faced the clearing so they could see. Sometime in between the parties crossing back and forth with the crates, Andreas took it upon himself to gather the women. The Russo-Salvatori closed the distance between them while his fingers gently tossed then combed his hair back and cleared his throat. Ladies, if you'll please... Andreas's voice was low but polite. He was slightly intimidated by the nature of their beauty and it showed. He had extended his arm to guide them on a straight path to the truck and thankfully they moved silently. But the situation grew even more awkward watching them climb in one by one to sit or stand with the cargo as if they were cargo themselves, and then the space grew smaller among them and they were practically shoulder to shoulder. That was before Paolo and Tomas jumped in with them. Each grabbed a door and Paolo gave Andreas a friendly wink while Tomas teased, Don't worry, lover boy. I'll put in a good word with them. And before poor Andreas could object, they were slammed shut inside and there was a small maniacal laughter belonging to the man muffled behind the metal walls. Andreas had been bright red in the face once more when he reached Alessandro and Antonio. He placed a hand on Antonio's left shoulder to make his presence known. Everything's been loaded up. They're waiting on your say so. Everything's loaded? His cousin asked again. Yeah. And checked. Since he noticed Antonio hardly paid attention to the contents. To Alessandro, just after witnessing Pat and Lucas carry over another crate, Well I guess that's it! Then placing one step behind him, half turned in the opposite direction, We're all looking forward to ya's company tonight. And... haha, if you wouldn't mind bringing a little more female company for the rest of us...? Andreas groaned, his voice amplified from frustration, Alright, alright, I'm just kidding. I mean, a little. I'm only saying Andreas doesn't have to be the only one of us to get lucky, eh? Manny started up the truck and pulled it around the lot before dipping into the street in the direction of the warehouse. He had gotten a couple of complaints from Tomas and Paolo, as they slammed their fists and knocked on the walls to get the driver's attention, about it being ridiculously hot in the back. 103 PM Front door of Don Albert Salvatori's estate Antonio discussed with Andreas, in vague detail, his last chore of the day after dropping him off here. He hinted that he'd be meeting with a loyal buyer soon who was interested in more of the Chicago Snow product, deep into Veleno territory. That's what Andreas knew when he said, It's none of your business, Russo, after asking where he was going if not inside the manor with him. Since none of the Salvatori famiglia would, at least not for Andreas, one day it was up to him to tail Antonio to see exactly what mischief he'd been up to. He orchestrated multiple business exchanges within the rival family's borders and was closer to trouble each time. He'd convinced some of the Salvatori without knowledge of Don Albert to help him carry things out and hustled his own money, promising everyone a cut but only if they swore to secrecy. Andreas never confronted his cousin about the matter. He couldn't. Tension was tight enough within their own family but now nearly creating a war with the other to feel like a boss was ignorant on his part and it would take a larger force to stop it. Andreas knew he was wrong to think it, but he hoped that force would be- Hey, are you deaf? Hurry up and scram already. Antonio restarted his car and sped off as soon as Andreas closed the door behind him, a single bottle of Lawless in his hand. Manny and the others had long since dropped by, just to deliver the prostitutes, Paolo, and Tomas. The back of the truck was unbearably scorching and dark, so it was more of a favor for them while they took the other goods to the warehouse. Andreas was welcomed by his father in the Grand Entry Hall. The women were lined up and despite the circumstances, seemed in better condition now that they were much cooler. Because of his presence, he was forced to really examine this month's selection, and he made an effort to stay composed under the stress. He supposed it was the guilt of trafficking human beings that made him so nauseous. But he hadn't wanted to look weak in front of Don Albert. Ah, the final decision. It's so exciting, no? Don Albert flashed a wide grin at his son, It all comes down to this! Yeah you, you've really outdone yourself this time. It's so hard to choose... Andreas's eyes fell onto one of the exoticas. A Chinese, no doubt. She had the eyes and the dark hair of an Asian native. Does she speak English? You want one that talks? Well.. Oh! I didn't think you were into the name-calling trend... Albert Salvatori massaged his chin thoughtfully. N-no wait, it's not like th- Well I hadn't thought to specify that. Check her tongue, see if it's in there. Andreas looked to him, appalled, with his mouth agape and eyebrows to the ceiling, To see if it's in there?? Yes! You know the disobedient ones get theirs taken out and- And what if it isn't? Then she doesn't speak at all! Andreas rolled his eyes then gazed upon the beautiful woman he favored. I probably should have just asked you myself. So... what's your name? He hadn't lay a finger on her, and was not going to force open her mouth and risk seeing a bloody stub of a tongue...