The sun burnt it's unrelenting way through Curtis' eyelids. The heat in the desert was cruel. He knew he'd gone into the wilderness the night before but where he was now was anyone's guess. He ventured a squint in an effort to determine where he was. He got nothing but a searing pain is his head as the brilliant light shot into his eyes like a bullet. He closed them again and hoped to die. After a fitful sleep he awake once more and strengthened his resolve to live.

His eyes watered and wept as he forced them to stay open. The horizon line became less of a blur and he searched it for some sign of civilization that he could head for. Nothing. Jesus, how far had he walked? How strong were those drugs? He had blotchy memories which wouldn't connect in his memory. The gun-toting one-eyed dwarf that got pissy when Curtis winked at him, the dolphin in The_Stig's hotel bath, the parade of gold painted ladies surrounding Barry as he sat covered in nothing but a feather boa, Tetley disarming a local policeman and sending him down the strip in his underwear, the list went on and on. Too many Godfathers and Leaders getting hammered in one place at the same time was clearly the cause. None of it made any sense. 

​He knew there had been a lot of hallucinogens. That absinthe was vicious stuff and the crate was gone before the ten of them had got out of the building. Guevara, IvanRomanov and Ragnarok and assembling mounds of coke and other mysterious intoxicants hadn't helped either. He remembered everyone had marched into the local clip joint and got all the strippers to put their clothes on and take seats around the stage while the amassed east coast mafia paraded up and down the catwalk for them kicking off items of clothing to the music. Everything after that club it was a complete blank. He looked out into the distance. How far into this hellish desert was he? 

He knew he had a lot to do and it must be late already so he stood up slowly and tried to gather himself. Resigned to making an arduous trip toward the horizon in the hopes of finding something, he took his first step and was shocked out of his skin by the roar of a truck hauling by behind him. He spun like a top to see a massive cloud of dust kicked up by the truck. Waving his hands and spluttering he finally saw the dust settle and the rather startling sight of the strip casinos and hotels was right there in front of him. Turns out his drug-induced spiritual quest into the deep, isolated desert had seen him travel a full thirty yards from the back of the building and collapse in a vacant lot looking out into the sand. He straightened his clothes as best he could and headed to the hotel to get a shower.

...

Fresh and clean, new suit and new eyes, Curtis felt 100% better with the nip of the drink helped to put the shakes to bed. He went down into the lobby to find Barry leaning on a grand piano as a local crooner tried his nervous best to play songs he'd never heard of. He waved at Curtis. Looking around the lobby he saw Godfather BlackBetty who looked immaculate and as though she'd never done a bad thing in her life. Sat next to Tetley who looked very much like he had. Because he had. Batiatus was sitting beside the fountain looking his usual decadent self with flunkies waiting on him and bringing him small tit-bits of food and drink. Guevara was clearly still jacked off his tits on Colombian bam bam and hosting some impromptu socialist gathering of the hotel staff. Everyone was here, it was time to get this show on the road.

They all headed out into the searing sunshine and into the middle of the strip where a large stage had been erected in front of a gathering of the very interested local community. As they all took their places on the stage Curtis looked down the long strip of road lined with it's casinos and assorted dens of iniquity. He was pleased to be here doing this. It was long overdue. Stepping forward he tapped the mic and then began.

"Hello ladies and gentlemen!

Las Vegas has stood empty longer than any of us wanted. It is a fine city and a wealthy hub of debauched enterprise for us all. Not to have functional families here earning and providing much needed connections for us all, is something of a sin. It has been the subject of some considerable thought and discussion on our part as to how best to place this city. After much consideration we have selected candidates from the fine cities of New York and Philadelphia, to come here and occupy positions as heads of each district.

Once these families have established themselves they will naturally expand and fill their districts with their own people. So, without further ado, let me introduce to you the newest leader in Las Vegas and head of The Strip, Zeitgeist"

​Stepping to one side Curtis Zeitgeistr onto the stage and put his arms around him in a congratulatory embrace. Turning back to the crowd he went on.

"Zeitgeist has been a truly outstanding member of the New York mob since his arrival here. He has excelled in all aspects of our work and proved himself to be an incredibly capable asset. It will be a loss to Barry's Warehouse and to our city to have him move here but at the same time it would be remiss of me to auth anyone into this city's primary district that was less capable. Congratulations Zeitgeist, welcome your Imaginarium Casino to Las Vegas!"

​Turning to the back of the stage a wave of his hand saw a large sign unveiled.

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Imaginarium Casino

The Strip

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Looking back at the crowd he goes on.

"Our next new leader comes from the fine city of Philadelphia and Godfather BlackBetty's own family in Bella Vista. RTwoDoubleDTwo comes from an established lineage of hard working, industrious mobsters. His hunger and motivation to take on this role are without question and we look forward to him establishing and growing a strong family with equally strong values. Congratulations RTwoDoubleDTwo, welcome your Project Mayhem crew to Paradise, Las Vegas!"

Turning again he waves his hand and another large sign is unveiled.

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Project Mayhem

Paradise

.

"Finally I'd like to introduce our third new leader taking over the third district in this wonderful city. And I think it only fitting that in the city of sin, we put forward a man of faith to provide intangible emotional solace to those that require it. I'm sure you'll be as delighted as I am to welcome the Reverend_Al_Sharpton to the city! Congratulations to you Reverend, we all look forward to you spreading your ministry out here where there are so many souls in need of salvation."

One last time Curtis turned and the final of the three large signs was unveiled.

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The Supreme Church of Seeking Prophets

Summerlin

.

 Looking back at the crowd he took his flask from his coat. He was pleased the hangover hand't betrayed him on stage and permitted himself a calming swig in toast to the new auths.

"Now, I'd like to invite each of our new district heads up here to introduce themselves and say a few words before we all get horrendously drunk again."

Curtis took a step aside and waved a hand for the guys to take their turns.

*Zeitgeist stands before Curtis and the crowd of people, his face tightly scrunched up; partly due to the sun but mostly probably due to the antics of the night before. Zeitgeist was never a man to shy away from hard work, or a hard party. He had been listening to the kind words of Godfather Curtis; but truthfully he had only done what anyone else in his position would have done for his city*

*Zeitgeist stepped forward, his mouth dry with nervousness and 100 degree heat; he swallowed hard trying to wet his mouth and gather his thoughts before saying...*

Las Vegas has always been one of the brightest cities in our community and it is a shame to see the streets deserted for so long, the casino's empty and crime at an all time low. This city has such a proud history; a bloody history; but a successful one. I hope today that with this opportunity afforded to myself; Reverend_Al_Sharpton and RTwoDoubleDTwo together we will restore some of the prestige and profitability that the city of Sin held previously.

*Zeitgeist was lost in thought for a few moments before pulling himself back*

I really can't begin to thank Godfather Curtis and indeed all of New York and Philadelphia for affording me this opportunity. It is a great honor and privilege to be entrusted to restore life to a city and one I intend to see through to the fullest. It is with a heavy heart that i leave New York the city that raised and protected me, but this is an opportunity I could not turn down.

*Zeitgeist pauses for a final moment looking over the heaps of construction behind the crowd and smiles*

I see a great future for this city....

Reverend Al had just finished up his weekly prayer meeting with the "Laying Hands on Street Walkers" foundation that Rev. Al founded and sponsors through his fellow mobsters hard earned tithing donations.

One of the deacons stopped Rev. Al just as he exited the backroom with one of the street walkers in need of healing hands saying,

Reverend, GodFather Curtis just finalize the deal to set up of the Mega Church in Las Vegas.

Rev. Al stood still in amazement for a few seconds, thinking to himself "My plan finally worked! Blessing have been bestowed upon me! I shall shine the light of the universe upon the mafia world"

Rev. Al smiled with joy and in that same instance the smile left, as he thought about leaving New York and all his follower, as he thought about the many lonely nights he'd laid hands on Isabella in their Manhattan HQ, those cold nights when she needed a holy touch. Then a smile arouse as Rev. Al remembered the time when Batiatus stole money from the collection plate to fund his penis hair renewal fund. New York was a great place and will always be home.

Rev. Al quickly snapped out of his daze and went straight to work calling over all his deacons and saying,

Look here brothers! There's much work to be done out West in Las Vegas and it's an honor that GodFather Curtis, along with Philly, blessed this congregation to build this church on Summerlin's rich Las Vegas soil. Myself, along with RTwoDoubleDTwo and Zeitgeist, have been granted the task of rebuilding Las Vegas...so with that said, let the rebuilding began!

Rev. Al pulled out his comb, ran it through his silky hair and motioned for street walkers to gather their belongings. Their were new grounds to be walked and new corners to stand and spread the legs...clears thoughts...I mean the gospel 

RTwo looks at Zeitgeist and Reverend_Al_Sharpton and smiles, then looks over at Curtis giving him a friendly nod.

This is a great opportunity we got here guys, it's our job to get Sin city back to it's old glory. Together we can make this city come back to life.

He pulls out a flask from his inner pocket and raises it, before taking a large sip.

I'd like to thank Tetley, Curtis and BlackBetty for making this happen. I'm certain that me, Zeitgeist and Reverand_Al_Sharpton will be a perfect match and that we can make you guys proud.

RTwo starts shaking the others hands before stepping up to each Godfather shaking their hands as well.

Make sure you got enough chips guys.

He chuckles knowing there will be tons of gambling in the near future.

The good Reverend_Al_Sharpton, Zeitgeist, RTwoDoubleDTwo, you esteemed men honor the sands of Las Vegas, a land of prosperity, a land rich with vice and whores, my you see your purses fill with coin to the point of overflowing.

Reverend_Al_Sharpton, your service as a Gladiator for my ludus has elevated The House of Batiatus, and you will always have my gratitude.  I am pleased to call you a Friend.

May the Gods grant all three of you good fortune, and my the annuls of history one day look back at this period of Las Vegas's history as fucking legend

Archy stood in the crowd alongside his friend Astro, they had just heard the news, finally the deserts of Las Vegas were being filled and once again their business carvans should find a distination now to start doing business with, the two remained among the crowd listening to the Godfather - chairman's speech and the three leaders introducing themselves and their families , Archy waited for his turn to talk, he stepped forward and took his hat off for the chairman and the leaders.

"I am really thrilled to hear the news, It's always good to see business flourish in new lands, especially in the deserts of Las Vegas. Astro is too excited that finally our caravans would meet a real business companions. Congratulations to our Syndicate as a whole for the expansion and every person who received their bold suit on their personal achievement. I look forward to doing business with each and every one of you on a closer level."

Archy smiled as he shook the men's hands and returned back to where Astro has been waiting for him, he pet Astro on the back as the two moved.

"Come on Astro, we gotta get the caravans ready for the next business trip"

Having listened to Godfather Curtis deliver the news about Las Vegas opening up for business, Betty looked around at the three new leaders making their way there. She felt confident that sending these guys to rebuild the city would see business booming there in no time and wanted to share her enthusiasm for the move.

Congratulations to you all on this momentous occasion! RTwoDoubleDTwo, Zeitgeist and Reverend_Al_Sharpton I would like to wish you all well in your journey to Las Vegas and I look forward to watching you develop the city into something amazing!

Betty shakes each mans hand in turn before taking a place beside Curtis, who was looking a little worse for wear.

Crowley steps up to the front of the crowd just behind Zeitgeist, and pats him on the back.

"Old Friend, our lines have crossed but just a few times and I know this time will be a bigger event than in the past.  Let us and the rest of these new leaders in Las Vegas make the town its destine to be.  I look forward to working with you again none the less. "

Crowley then turns Curtis and nods.

"And do you Godfather Curtis this is a great opportunity you've opened up for many folk.  Pumping life back into the city that has stood dead since a few unfortunate events."

Crowley grins and turns towards home before yelling loudly...

"Viva Las Vegas! here we come!"

it was just yesterday Isabella found her way back to the city where it all began for her. She takes a long look at LV and what Iit has become. She could hear a mouse pissing. She spots a weather beaten bench  and sits down. As she watched the sun rise over the ocean,  she went into deep thought reminiscing  about LV.  She looked up to find a man gazing at her. He greets her with a flower and a friendly hello.  We shared the same sentiments of how sad it is to see LV in the state of  disaster  and no knowledge of any upcoming plans. She thinks to herself ,LV  has always made a comeback as far back as she could remember .

Thank you Godfather Curtis for this exciting news. I  raise my glass and toast to all who is making this happen. I wish much success on the rebuild of LV.

Of course this leaves me with having to find another to lay hands on me. Perhaps when I locate  Reverend_Al_Sharpton's collection basket that was stolen, he will make house calls. Much respect Rev and to your new family.

Ivan takes a walk out into streets after he's been away for a few days. He had his own personal matters to attend to and he knew he had been missing a few key announcements. He wanted to pay his respects.

First, congratulations you three. There simply cannot be a better trio to be taking up the reigns of the city. I know each of you personally in one time or another and can assure everyone else that the city of sin is no better hands.

Ivan looks over at Zeitgeist to give his personal congrats to a dear old friend.

Comrade, we both knew this was going to happen and I cannot be more happy for you. I know you'll do well as your father had done well in the past. I hope you're not a stranger while you attempt to make the desert something again.

Woot!!! We finaly have all the cities populated. Was about time!

Good luck to all the new Vegas crews. May you live long and prosper!

Congrats to you, Zeitgeist!  RTwoDoubleDTwo!  and Reverend_Al_Sharpton! Best of luck and wishes in this new venture.  Las Vegas couldn't be in better hands.  You will do the city proud.

Congratulations to you, Reverend_Al_Sharpton, Zeitgeist and RTwoDoubleDTwo. I hope your new roles as Crew Leaders is a blast. Have fun guys! 

Congratulations to the new leaders taking part in their own personal trip to Las Vegas.  Build that city back up folks, it's been a very, very long time since it was a stable home.

Brielle decided to attend the important speech that Godfather Curtis set up. It was a wonderful speech, was music to her ears finally hearing that Las Vegas was going to be occupied by the mafia again. It had been a long time coming, the city was starting to crumble without the proper rule. He listed off the three names of the leaders assuming position out there, the one she knew all too well. She walks up to Reverend_Al_Sharpton shakes his hand and congratulates him, she next locates Zeitgeist and does the same congratulating him. 

She shuffles through the crowd finally locating RTwoDoubleDTwo, she runs up to give giving him a big hug.

"Hey you, congrats on your spot in Paradise. It is so nice to see that bold suit on you, it suites you very well. May your reign in LV be an amazing one."

She gives him one last hug then continues on her day.

It's good to see the Sin City being resurrected with gusto, with 3 new family heads moving there it should give Vegas a good chance of becoming a functional city once again.

All the best to those who have been given the privilege of being given a clean slate to start building a once powerful city from the ground up.

tips hat

Congrats to those setting up in LV.  I can't wait to see what becomes of it.

Zakiza have never been much for the talking. Infact he have never roamed the streets before. Always only been looking what others talk about. But this time he had to come out and congratulate.

Congratulations all of you. I really believe that there is alot of work to be done, but that the right people have been chosen. 

Zakiza sees Zeitgeist, and says

I believe you made New York a better place to be and I surely believe that Las Vegas are going to feel the same way.

Al never thought he'd leave New York. He was Brooklyn born, Manhattan fed, and Italian raised. The city had zigged and zagged around Capone his entire life, shaping him like a glacier through stone, as he worked his way through its bosom. He felt bound to it like a shade of black to the night sky but when opportunity knocks, you answer. In a place as untapped as Summerlin, those could be fistfuls of cash banging at your door.

Capone called The Reverend up from his apartment near Greenwich to let him know he'd be seeing him soon. The desert weather may be unkind to the rotund Italian man but he was sure its fortunes would not. 

Congratulations to the three of you I wish you all the best over in sin city, have to say it's refreshing to see all the cities operational again long may it continue.