Estrada Chapter III

# Chapter III

## New York City, New York, July 1920

A Year goes by. Sebastian, Bleckman, Isaiah and Ernest Attend the 1920 George White’s Scandal Musical on Broadway. After the show, Sebastian is out doing Business on making money selling goods. However, his Appeals and Attempts fail, Sebastian, outraged at the fact that Prohibition has banned alcohol around the United States, heads to a hidden local speakeasy to get a drink. Back in Kansas, Eóin Phones Sebastian but Arthur Picks up. Eóin asks where Sebastian is, to which Arthur explains that he is in New York. Isaiah Notifies Sebastian and Bleckman that there is a Nearby Speakeasy where they can go get lunch. As they walk Bleckman gives the Idea that Sebastian should get into the Rum-Running/Bootlegging Business to make money. Sebastian explains he wants to become a Bond Salesman. While at the speakeasy, Federal agents Raid and kick everyone else. Bleckman gets into a fight with one and is Arrested. Later at the Police Department, Sebastian pays Bleckman out of Prison and heads back to Wichita soon afterward.

In September, Arthur Attempts to get into Collage but fails. When The 3 Return from New York, Sebastian Explains he will be travelling around the States to see how he can get his Hands on Alcohol or Moonshine Ideas. Eóin asks Sebastian to be Safe since he can easily get the Feds on them. and can endanger everybody's life. Later in the Day, Sebastian, Arthur, And Perry are at a Restaurant, Perry askes if this "Job" Can lead to their deaths, which Sebastian explains if they can't take caution while taking these Risks, that they can. Sebastian Is in Chicago with a old Friend of his at a Speakeasy, Sebastian asks if he can accompany him in New York for his meeting. Unfortunately, His Friend, Manuel Lewandowski Isn't able to go. As Sebastian Arrives around Manhattan New York, During this he Experiences a Horse-Wagon Bomb goes off at 23 Wall Street. Sebastian runs to help the Injured folk from the Blast. Federal Agents grab Sebastian and take him for questioning as he stood there strangely when the Explosion happened. The Bureau of Investigation interrogates Sebastian but nothing is found or connected to him, one of the BOI Agents asks if Sebastian would like to help him since he’s seen his Military Records. Sebastian is soon Dragged into the Investigation.

A few days go on and Sebastian Phones Arthur saying he will be gone from home for a month or so. During this one of the Agents finds Connections to the IWW and ACP. Sebastian is soon joined in part of a Raid of a Hideout where the planners could be. When the raid happens, it is revealed that the occupants were bootleggers. Sebastian finds a Room with an incredible amount of Cash. though it is taken away by the Agents. Sebastian Participates in another raid a few hours later which ends up with a shootout with IWW Members. Sadly nothing is found of the Planners. Sebastian explains to the BOI that he does not want to take part in this anymore. He is soon removed from involvement in this and sent home. Back In Kansas, Sebastian is Writing in his Journal about how he has Plans to Start on how to get alcohol and Successfully Start a Rum-Running Business.

## Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, November 1921

Sebastian is at a Speakeasy drinking and writing on his Journal, when someone walks up to Him, Sebastian soon realizes it's his old war pal Alexander, who recently moved here. Alexander soon askes what Sebastian is doing around Pittsburg, which Sebastian Replies that he is trying to find any Buyers to Buy from him. Alexander soon asks Sebastian to follow him which he introduces Him to Clyde and Maverick. Alexander Explains that these folk fought in the Great War as well. Maverick explains his Story after Clyde does. the 4 enjoy their time as they drink. it is when a Man approaches them and askes if they would like to play Blackjack. which they all agree on. one of them about an hour later as the game is in full swing with betting and boozing. one of the players accuses Clyde of cheating, Clyde denies until he drops a few cards down his sleave. The Man threatens to Kill Clyde when Sebastian askes if People can calm down, Soon the Drunken man pulls out a Gun on Clyde, however Sebastian kicks it out of the Mans Hand. With the shot fired a Bar fight begins, Folk and Drinkers begin to brawl with each other.

Sebastian, Alexander, Clyde and Maverick attempt to Scramble out of the Speakeasy when the Doors Burst open as Policemen Run inside, Maverick shouts at the 3 Explaining that he knows a Exit they can escape. The "Exit" being a small window, the 4 jump out and run, Clyde shouts at them to get inside his Car and Speed away. At Clyde's home, Maverick askes how Sebastian Gets his Illicit Beverages, which Sebastian explains that in October in 1920, he Made a few Deals with Local Fisherman From Texas, Maine and Oregon to get Booze from Shipping Areas of Mexico, Canada and So. as they talk they are Attacked outside from an Drive By shooting. the 4 Duck as bullets Rain above them. Clyde notices its the Man from the Speakeasy, Which Clyde Crawls and grabs a Shotgun to deal with the man. A Shootout begins between the 4 and the Drunken Men, however the 2 are Killed by Both Sebastian and Clyde.

after the shootout, Sebastian Explains that he is going to head back home. He thanks Alexander for the night and they all say their goodbyes and leave. As Sebastian heads back home, a black car follows him and forces him to stop. 2 Men step out of the car and knock on his door. When Sebastian opens the Door the 2 men are holding revolvers, they tell Sebastian that he's under arrest for smuggling booze. before anything else, Sebastian Grabs his Pistol and Fires at the 2 men. One gets shot in the arm, While the other shoots back but misses. the 2 men are soon killed. As Sebastian Drives away, he Sweats knowing the Fact that Running the Liquor Business won't be so safe or easy.

## Chicago, Illinois, May 1922

Almost a Year Later. Sebastian, Perry, Bleckman, and Eóin are involved in a heist stealing illegal alcohol from a Warehouse that a gang owns. Eion breaks in along with Perry, the 2 grab decent amounts of boxes containing them. It is when one of the Guards for the gang spots them and begins shooting at the 2. A firefight begins which ends up causing Sebastian and the 3 to drive away. Unfortunately, more members of the gang arrive and chase Sebastian down. A Car chase begins and the 4 try to shoot back and drive away. They are lucky enough to crash the 2 Pursuing cars after them and arrive at their home. Arthur soon counts all the Alcohol they stole and says it's enough to be dealt with for money, Arthur then calls and begins selling and setting up a location to do the trade. The Next Day, Sebastian takes Anna on to a Place where he proposes to her, she accepts and the 2 get Married.

## Kansas City, Missouri, May 1927

In May, Sebastian is in a café with his head down. Arthur walks in asking if he is alright. Sebastian says he is fine, Arthur soon gives him a letter showing that Elanor got married a few months back and that she is dear sorry for not sending any letters due to her being busy. Sebastian asks where she is, it's when Arthur explains she is in St. Louis. Arthur also brings up Colm and a Request he wanted before he was killed. Sebastian Looks up in shock, he opens his satchel and pulls out a Picture of Colm and his Brother Carroll McMurray. Sebastian asks everyone in the café if they know Carroll, suddenly an Old Irish man raises his hand saying he used to work with Carroll in an Old Factory in St. Louis and might know his whereabouts could be. He soon gives Sebastian an address where he decides to head there.

After driving to St. Louis with Arthur, Sebastian tells Arthur to stay in the car. Sebastian knocks on the door and she is greeted by a Middle aged lady. Sebastian asks if Carroll is here. The lady tells Sebastian that Carroll was dead for more than 6 years. The lady introduces herself as Nina, she brings in Him and asks what he needs from Carroll. Sebastian explains that Nina is her Aunt in law. Nina is stunned and asks Sebastian to explain, which Sebastian then goes on about his family and how Colm McMurray was his Stepfather, which then made Nina and Carroll their Step Uncle and Aunt. he then goes about asking if Nina has any sons or Nephews, She explains she has one but isn’t home and is Currently working at Little Daisy Café with his cousin. Sebastian askes for the Places Address which Nina Gives. Sebastian leave thanking Nina. as he gets into his car and askes for Arthur to drive to the location, Arthur askes if he has gotten any information. Which Sebastian explains that Colm was right and that both Arthur and Sebastian had Step Cousins, both Sebastian and Arthur drive off to St. Louis As the afternoon sun rises up. Sebastian and Arthur arrive at the Little Daisy Café.

Sebastian asks Arthur to remain in the car as he walks in. Inside he sees a Young Lady reading the newspaper and a few guys talking in one of the table booths. The lady greets Sebastian and Introduces herself as Ivy. Sebastian asks Ivy if any of his Worker's last names is McMurry, the 2 in the booth look at Sebastian when one of them says His name is Calvin McMurray. Sebastian Turns around and greets him, asking if he could sit with them to explain something they need to know. Calvin agrees and Sebastian sits with the 2. One of them Introduces Themself as Rocky and Jokingly explain to Call his cousin Calvin as “Freckle”. Sebastian Explains to Freckle that by law, he is both their Step Cousin. The 2 are surprised and ask for proof, which Sebastian provides with a file containing Images and Documents he collected. Afterward, the 2 are Confused and still surprised. Rocky soon askes what Sebastian has done for the past years and didn’t visit sooner. Sebastian explains he was in the Army During The Great War, Began with the Rum-Running Business and Bootlegging Heists, along with dealing with the Loss of his Wife. Sebastian apologizes that he couldn’t find them at the time. Ivy notices their conversation, about an hour later Rocky Explains they can hopefully talk again to each other. Rocky and Freckle soon leave, as Freckle looks at Sebastian with a Warmhearted Smile, he waves goodbye. as Sebastian Finishes drinking his Coffee, Ivy calls him over and asks how many Members he has in his Liquor business. Sebastian tells her he has 4, Which Ivy Reaches down the counter and Gives Sebastian 5 Club Suits Pins. She Whispers to Sebastian and Explains to bring his lads to a Night down at the “Lackadaisy Speakeasy”. Sebastian nods and walks out. As Sebastian Enters the Car, he knocks on Arthur's shoulder to wake him up. Arthur asks how it went, Sebastian explains that it went well and they have been Invited to a Party on June 30th at their Speakeasy, Soon Sebastian and Arthur Drive off back to Chicago to get the Rest of the crew. But as they drive off into the Sunset Streets of St. Louis, a man in a Pinstripe suit watches them.

## St. Louis, Missouri, June 1927

On the night of June 30th, Sebastian, Arthur, Bleckman, Eóin, and Isaiah arrive at the Little Daisy Café, Sebastian meets with Ivy at the Counter as she Brings all 5 down to the "Lackadaisy Speakeasy". She shows all 5 Pins to Horatio, a Doorman. Horatio soon opens and Shows the whole Speakeasy to the 5 as they Walk all in, amazed at its Limestone Cave alike Structure, Ivy Grabs Sebastian's Arm and yanks him back, She explains that Rocky and Freckle should be arriving soon. Arthur and Bleckman head to the Bar Counter where they sit and ask to get a Drink, While Isaiah walks around amazed at the Speakeasy. Sebastian sits next to a Man wearing Fancy clothing. He asks Sebastian if he is New down here, and Introduces himself as Sedgewick Sable. Sebastian soon notices he is the Tycoon owner of a Mining Business.

As the Night goes on, more people arrive. A U.S. Army Officer walks down into the Speakeasy with a Lady. Sedgewick Turns around as he Calls for him, as Sebastian looks back he Notices the Lady is his Sister Elanor. Sebastian calls her out as they both look at each other, Elanor greets Sebastian and Introduces him to her Husband, Charles Sable. Sebastian Introduces himself to Charles, also telling him he and his brother and friends were in the Army during The Great War. Charles soon realized Sebastian was the First Lieutenant who Won the Medal of Honor down near the end of the war. The bartender joins in the Conversation saying he also fought in the War. Rocky and Freckle Enter the Speakyeasy, Sebastian waves at both of them as he runs up towards them. Rocky lets everyone know that the owner Miss May, is on her way to the Speakeasy, Arthur Grabs Sebastian by the Shoulder, and Explains to him that this is his one shot at possibly Partnering up as Allies with the Lackadaisy Crew. Miss May Arrives at the speakeasy and Folk cheer her. She explains that she is very glad and her husband would be tearing up if he was here to see this.

Later as Midnight Arrives and Folk begins to leave, Sebastian Approaches Miss May asking if he and she can speak in Private, Eóin, and Arthur watch as they sit having a Drink with each other. Rocky, Ivy, and Freckle Approach them asking if they could sit with the 2, to which they both agree. In the Broom closet, Sebastian asks Miss May if Both the Estradas and The Lackadaisy Crew can Ally For safety and Business Purposes, along with the following fact that Rocky and Freckle are Sebastian and Arthur's Cousins by law. Sebastian also Explains that a lot has happened with Rival gangs and Federals with the Estradas. This led to the Death of his Wife, Miss May who knows how losing a loved one feels and agrees, they agree to one thing which she mentions that Rocky has Been upset that the Fact she Knows He Loves Her, but that she already has a thing for Sedgewick. Sebastian looks out the Peak Seeing Rocky and Freckle talking to Arthur and Eóin, he smiles and looks back at Miss May. Nodding his head to her word.

## St. Louis, Missouri, July 1927

Around 3:00 AM, Rocky is Sleeping in his Car when someone outside knocks on the window, as he opens his makeshift Privacy currents. He Sees Sebastian, As he opens the door he explains what he needs. Sebastian Awkwardly Explains that he would love to Spend a bit time of time around him. Rocky Smiles and Askes him to hop in his Car. The 2 Drive off downtown to St. Louis. As Rocky Drives, he asks Sebastian to tell him more about himself. Sebastian then goes on to Explain 10 Years of Experiences and Events. He then asks Rocky if he has any Experiences or Hobbies he enjoys. Rocky Explains that he is a Violinist for Zib’s Band at the Lackadaisy Speakeasy. He also mentions that he used to live with Freckle’s Mother due to His Mother dying from an Illness. Sebastian explains that he knows how it feels to have the Loss of a Parent. He Pats Rocky on the back as they arrive at a small Café. after Chatting and Having a Small breakfast Together, Sebastian asks Rocky to play him His Violin, Rocky then Preforms an An Irish-American Folk Song that Sebastian is familiar with, whom he begins to sing to him. Sebastian tells Rocky that He Reminds him of an Young Man he met back in Oklahoma, when suddenly he Realizes. Rocky was him, In Reply Rocky Smiles at him.

Afterward, Rocky Drives Sebastian back to his car, Sebastian asks Rocky that they should Hangout again sometime, or do Work for Miss May together. before Rocky Drove off, he gets out of his Car and Gives Sebastian a Tight Hug. Around an Hour Later Sebastian walks back into the Speakeasy, where he finds Arthur and Eóin chanting while Drunk and being Dragged by Eóin and Zib. Sebastian walks outside to smoke a Cigar when someone Passes him, man Turns around and Notices Sebastian. Sebastian Realizes it Dean and asks how he has been lately. Dean said he was Discharged from the Army in October 1922. And that he Recently Graduated from Princeton University in New Jersey, Sebastian asked him if he would love to join the Bootlegging Business, to Which Dean agrees due to Him Hating the Prohibition Law. Sebastian takes Dean to Ivy Asking to give him a Pin, Sebastian also asks what time Freckle. awakes. Around 7:30 AM Freckle awakes and begins his morning routine. Ask Nina and Freckle are about to have breakfast, Sebastian Knocks on the Door and greets the 2. Nina asks Sebastian to come in. Sebastian asks Freckle if he would love to spend time together, Which Freckle immediately says Yes.

Sebastian and Freckle get in the Car, and Dean greets Freckle. Sebastian lets Freckle know that Dean was one of his War Buddies during the war. From Basic Training to Armistice. Sebastian asks how Freckles day is going so far and he quietly says it's alright. Sebastian asks if he is Shy. Freckle responds that he is, Sebastian asks if he Loves Baseball, Which Freckle gets excited. later at the Park the 3 are playing, Dean asks Sebastian if he is going to go get something from the Food Stand. Sebastian asks how his Childhood was, to which Freckle says that it was alright, besides His Father dying. Sebastian explains to him that his Father also died and knows how it feels. Freckle asks Sebastian how Bad the War was, Which Sebastian Says was Terrible, But that it was Worth it in the end, Knowing he was fighting for people like Freckle. With Emotion, Freckle Hugs Sebastian Tightly, Dean soon interrupts as he walks back with Food, asking if anyone is Hungry. The 3 soon walk to a Bench to eat. As a Man watches them walk down, he Snaps a Photo of the 3 before walking away.

## Kansas City, Missouri, January 1929

" A Montage of Photographs and Scenes is Shown of The Estradas, The Lackadaisy Crew, and Other Various Mobs and Gangs committing Attacks, Murders, Rival Gangs shootouts, Assassinations, and Rum-Running Jobs. "