Page 102 of Rhet

“Thank you.” I’m not stupid I wouldn’t refuse, that would be an insult. I’m a powerful man, but I know where to stir trouble and where not to. Also, I want his help. I unbutton my jacket and sit.

“Julian?”

“Thank you, but I’m driving.” Julian stands to the back of me.

Dimitri nods and pour two glasses of vodka then walks back to a chair near me.

“Thank you, my friend.” I accept the vodka from him.

“What brings you here, Banner?”

I like that about him, always straight to the point. No mixing words.

“Joe Mackey. How do you feel about him?” I sip the vodka observing Dimitri’s immediate scowl.

“Cyka Blyat,”he says.

I think that means bitch pussy. Perfect.

“So I’m guessing you don’t like him either?”

“Nyet, he stole some very expensive merchandise from me. So, I acquired two companies he wanted in turn.” The edges of Dimitri ears turn red.

“What did he steal?” I needed to know.

“Cykaand his son stole 1.2 mil in narcotics from one of my warehouses.”

“How is he even alive?” Did I not mention Dimitri is a death dealer.

“They are protected by the Se, I don’t need that attention” Dimitri says in disgust.

“His son is a little weasel.” I add.

I really couldn’t stand Joe’s son. He reeks of entitlement and damaged sperm intelligence.

“I will take care of him once I get his father.” Dimitri replies.

It’s a beautiful thing when your mind forms a flawless plan. This is why I am who I am. I get shit done when necessary.

“What if I told you, you can have Joe tonight? But I will need help with the Senator.”

Dimitri rubs the glass against his lips. “What you want?”

“Are you still great friends with Father Bartholomew at your church?” I roll the glass of vodka between my palms.

“He would protect me with his life,” he responds.

“Are you afraid of dirty work?” I ask already knowing the answer.

“No, that would be you, Mr. Network. Never wanting to be dirtied unless you have to be.”

“There is also a cop, I want to get rid of,” I state.

“The cop is an easy fix. Tell me what you have in mind.” He chuckles.

“Have you ever heard of the drug GHB?”

“It’s a rape drug.”

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