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Thirty-Nine
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2025-05-24 03:26:37
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TIED TO THE MAFIA MAN Thirty-Nine
Detective James Jin Thompson walked out of the police station with his younger partner who was new in his station, Detective Noah Kim. Noah was a smart and hardworking detective in his early-thirties, who was very passionate about his job. They were on their way to follow up on a small case at a nearby apartment complex. They turned a corner past a cafe when Thompson saw a familiar face: Gabriella Lorca. She was sipping coffee and chatting on her phone, looking relaxed. Seeing her brought back memories of the charity event and the case that he was yet to solve. It was something he had been actively trying to put out of his mind while he worked behind the scenes to give the case a proper closure.Gabriella wore a navy coat that fluttered slightly in the wind. When she looked up and saw them, she stopped and her eyes lit up with recognition. "Detective Thompson," she greeted.Detective Thompson gave a small nod, returning the smile, though there was a touch of the weight of his job behi
TIED TO THE MAFIA MAN Thirty-Eight
The community center was getting a much needed renovation. The old building had been neglected for years, but now volunteers were working hard, painting walls, scrubbing floors, and putting up curtains. The smell of fresh paint filled the air as they worked to transform the space into something new and exciting, that could further cause Gabriella's goal of reaching out to the community to be achieved.Gabriella stood in the center of it all, holding her folder that was already stained with paint fingerprints. Her sleeves were rolled up, and her hair was twisted into a messy bun. She had a streak of white paint on her cheek, but she was too engrossed in what she was doing and didn’t seem to notice."Rachel, can we recheck the pipes for plumbing? The last batch came in way higher than projected." Her voice was calm but tired.Rachel, who was juggling a phone and a box of donated supplies, gave her a look. "I already took care of it Gab. The second contractor we called hasn’t gotten back
TIED TO THE MAFIA MAN Thirty-Seven
Don Ricardo's study was quiet. He sat behind his desk, reading a few pages of typed reports when he heard the knock on his door. “Come in,” he said, without raising his head.Victor stepped inside, leaning slightly on his cane. “You asked for me Don.”Don Ricardo glanced at him and nodded toward the chair across the desk. “Sit.”Victor lowered himself into the chair, shifting a little to get comfortable. Don Ricardo set the papers down and folded his hands. “It’s been a while since we spoke properly,” Ricardo said. “How’s your leg?”Victor shrugged. “I'm getting by Don.”Ricardo gave a quiet hum. “Good. You’re still managing the operations right?”“Yes Don.Things are moving smoothly.”“And the unions?” Don Ricardo asked “Stable for now,” Victor replied. “Some of the guys tried asking for more hours, but we’ve got it handled.”Ricardo nodded slowly. “Alright. And nothing unexpected is going on? No side problems I should hear about?”Victor paused for a brief moment before responding.
TIED TO THE MAFIA MAN Thirty-Six
Sofia was already seated when Alejandro arrived at the exact time the meeting was scheduled for. He approached the table with his usual quiet confidence matching his precise and purposeful movements.“Ms. Winston,” he greeted, offering a hand.Sofia rose slightly to meet him. “Mr. Hernandez.” She shook his hand in a firm, brief but professional manner.Once seated, there was no wasted time. “I assume this meeting is to establish operational clarity,” he said.“Exactly,” Sofia replied. “You’ll oversee the build. I’ll handle updates, coordination, and all board communication. They want clear lines and channels.” She rested her elbow lightly on the table, curling her fingers loosely around the base of her water glass as she continued. “Since we’re going to be working together, it makes sense to align expectations early.”Alejandro sat opposite her, with precise but relaxed posture. “I agree. My only goal is efficiency. I’m not interested in unnecessary complications.”“Neither am I,” So
TIED TO THE MAFIA MAN Thirty-Five
The meeting wrapped up neatly. Richard Halberg had done most of the talking in a confident, smooth, and a manner that indicated that he was clearly used to steering the room. Alejandro had listened, nodded in all the right places, asked the right questions, and by the end of it, the message was clear. This wasn’t just a lunch, it was an opportunity for his company.As they walked out, Alejandro kept his expression unreadable, offering polite nods as they said their goodbyes. Once outside the building, Lorenzo was already waiting by the car, leaning against the passenger door.“Well?” Lorenzo asked as they entered the vehicle .Alejandro didn’t answer immediately. He took a moment, glancing out the window at the street. “They seem genuinely interested. It’s not just noise. They want in.”Lorenzo smirked. “And you sound like you’re not sure if that’s a good thing.”Alejandro gave a small shrug. “It’s what I planned for, hoped for. It's just... sooner than I expected.”“They’re impressed
TIED TO THE MAFIA MAN Thirty-Four
The day of the luncheon has finally arrived. The museum's board members and donors were to meet to discuss the Community Arts and Heritage Complex project. The project had been delayed following some sort of unsettlement and disagreement between the board members on core details of the project.The private dining room at the Bellgrave Hotel was quiet and elegant. The only sounds heard were the soft clinking of forks and knives and the small talks amongst the members. The setting and arrangement of the dining table and chairs were beautifully organized, and the crisp white tablecloths were perfectly set. The room was filled with influential people, including city arts board members, major donors, and a few politicians.Sofia Winston sat halfway down the table, not at the head but precisely where she intended. She had done everything behind the scenes perfectly to ensure that today, she wouldn’t need to dominate; she would only need to guide.The conversation had moved from rising mater
TIED TO THE MAFIA MAN Thirty-Three
Lorenzo met up with Alejandro after the event to give an urgent report that came up regarding their latest acquisition.Alejandro sat at the edge of his couch, with his elbows on his knees, while holding a half-finished drink in one hand. His tie was loosened but still on. The gala suit jacket lay discarded across the back of a chair.He hadn’t said a word since coming in.Lorenzo leaned against the kitchen counter, arms folded, watching him. “You’re quieter than usual.”Alejandro didn’t answer right away. He just swirled the liquid in his glass, then finally muttered, “She looked right through me tonight. Like I was someone she used to know.”Lorenzo raised a brow. “What the hell are you saying man? And don't you think you've had enough drink for one night?” Lorenzo cautioned further.Alejandro gave a slow nod. "Yeah, I know. It's just helping me keep my mind alert tonight."Lorenzo rolled his eyes. "Sure, whatever. Just try and cut it out. Show some pity on your liver. And what was
TIED TO THE MAFIA MAN Thirty-Two
A black SUV parked a block away from the gala venue. Its windows were tinted just enough to keep the occupants unseen but not suspicious. Inside, two men sat watching the entrance of the building, their posture seemed casual, but they appeared to be men on a mission.“I thought you said he would show up with her,” muttered the younger one, tapping his fingers on the dash. “They haven’t so much as looked at each other since the event began.” He continued as he peeped into the gala room through his binoculars “Shut up and keep watching,” the older one snapped. Victor voice came through from the speakerphone resting between them. “The girl's presence is enough for now. Even if they didn't show up together or converse with each other, or even leave together, the fact that they are in the same space yet again, gives us something to work with. I need to know if there’s still something there. Keep observing.”From the line, Victor’s voice carried more than the weight of order, it carried re
TIED TO THE MAFIA MAN Thirty-One
The gala was now in full swing. The ballroom glowed with the golden light, from the chandeliers and it's fixtures. People moved about, sipping champagne and chatting over the soft hum of a piece being played on the violin. The energetic presentation from earlier had faded into something more calm. Waiters went in and out with trays of tiny appetizers, smiling politely as they moved between clusters of guests.From the outside, the Urban Renaissance Gala looked like a perfect success.Gabriella stood by one of the tall windows, her eyes drifting toward the courtyard beyond. She had just finished giving her speech and she felt like she needed to get out. It wasn’t that she didn’t appreciate events like this,she understood their value, this was her world after all, but her thoughts kept pulling her somewhere else. Or rather, to someone else.Alejandro stood near the bar, which had turned out to be his favourite spot for the night looking like he belonged on the cover of some high-end mag
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