It was chilly winter night in Detroit and Jake had just returned from a meeting with Chairman SpikeS. Cordelia was waiting in Jake's office, she had just set out fresh batch of her homemade cookies on his desk and a large brandy, he enters the office and smiles at the aroma of the cookies.

Cordelia: "Good meeting"

Jake: "Oh just the usual stuff, deciding who's going to handle the liquor distribution if Lucy and SnaktheRipper keeps drinking all the stock. Trying to decipher why Eragon likes the ladies to call him Tost. One interesting thing did come up though, we got to talking about how my district needs to expand and really there is only one person for job and that's you. I'm not sure how I'll run things here without you, it's going to be hard to find someone stup.. er, brave enough to be my right hand and put in some work around her cause lord knows I can't be bothered."

Cordelia: "You'll never find anyone like me face it, but, it's time you learned how to take care of yourself and let me spread the family name far and wide. Okay, maybe not wide, just down the street... But you can come in for a free cookie and coffee any time you need me to smack you silly and remind you who wears the pants in this family."

Jake: "You mean I'll have to go to you for cookies instead of them waiting for me on my desk" Jake pauses in deep thought for a moment before continuing. "Ok I suppose that's fair but I'm bringing my washing too."

Cordelia rolls her eyes and shakes her head as she turns and leaves the office.

Jay Gatsby claps his hands

Way to go old sport. I am thrilled to see you reach this position. I am sure you will do such marvelous things in Detroit. Good luck and have a great time.

Gatsby raises his glass and toasts Detroit. 

Mack enters the streets after hearing the announcement of one of his family members leaving the crew to head up a family with Cordelia. Upon Cordelia's departure Mack tosses a rose trailing her footsteps. He steps upon a soap box to give his two cents.

"Today a family has been born deep in the depths of the bottom of Detroit. I congratulate those that are heading up this crew and I wish that you will all strive to continue the vibrant and colorful standards Detroit has always held. As a gift I will bless this creation of a following of people."

Mack bows his head as his hands rise to the sky. "Our father, creator of the heavens, earth and hell. May you bless these people who are embarking on a new journey into a new life. For they will grow bonds with one another with hopefully guidance through your illustrious light. May they be abundant with their endeavors, and give respect to their fellow man. May Saint Michael place a diamond veil of protection around their souls. In the name of the Father, The Son, And the Holy Spirit, Amen."

Stepping down Mack makes the sign of a cross and heads out off the streets.

Despite a busy week and long, long day, it's impossible to ignore the positive news coming out of Detroit.

"Cordelia, congratulations on this well deserved opportunity.  Detroit has been a strong city and your addition will  make it that much stronger.  I wish you and your crew all the best."

Agostino had heard Don Cordelia was getting auth, and had to come to the streets to celebrate.

"I'm very happy for Black Bottom and for you, Don Cordelia, I wish you the best in your new position."

Agostino raises his glass with the others present.

I'm glad to see you in this position. I know that things will be fun in Detroit with you as an addition to the finely suited leaders, and everyone needs a good bitching once in a while. 

Integrity looks around at the very small turnout on what use to be viewed extravagant news.

Is this rocket science at its best SpikeS?

BretTheHitmanHart knew he was late to the announcement of Don Cordelia's auth. He was distracted with his own set up with his hotdog stand. Its been a long couple days and Bret wanted to make sure he paid his respects. Especially when it was deserved.

"Don Cordelia, congrats on your new appointment. If you'd like, stop by the hotdog stand in Downtown for a good dog. Tell Lenny I sent you."