Tonight was the night that a lot of people had been anticipating for a long time. I was finally going to get that opportunity I'd been waiting for to step back into the ring. My opponent was another crime boss who had grown up here locally, we were both fighting for the title of Godfather. There was no better way then to settle it like men and fight for what they both thought they deserved.

With Syndicate by my side for support we both sat in the locker room awaiting Adorkable to come back. She was going over the extensive guest list and checking off the people she'd already seen enter the building. The locker room door opened and there she was, dressed to impress for fight night. 

"Looks like most everyone is here, a lot of out of town guests like you asked for, she said. There is one person in particular I haven't seen walk in yet.."

Just as she was about to finish her sentence the man that Syndicate and I both assumed she was talking about had just walked into the room. It was Godfather Chairman and close friend Insomnia. We'd assumed he had come back to show his support, but it looked like he had a more urgent agenda. I gave him an unusual look as he grabbed a chair, turning it backwards while bringing it in close to talk with us. He had grabbed our attention immediately we knew something more serious was going on.

"Roman, I've got some interesting news that came across my table right before I left to come out to the west. That corrupt officer you've had run ins with is in attendance tonight for the fight. He'd been recently fired for being caught at our fight club in New York. It looks like he is now working for your opponents family and they could be looking for a little more then a fight."

I ran my fingers through my hair and scratched my scalp just thinking about the seriousness of the situation. I had asked for a lot of the most prolific mobsters of or time to be in attendance. I'd gotten most of them tickets for the front rows so their protection was my responsibility after asking them to come out for this event.

"I've got an idea, you just focus on your fight tonight. I'll keep an eye on our other friend", Insomnia said.

Insomnia was right, I had to focus on the fight and bringing home the win.

"It's time Roman", Bebe exclaimed as she poked her head in the door.

You could hear the sound of the restless crowd as she opened the door for even a moment. This was going to be a night to remember, believe that. I exited the back locker room and made my way out to the floor. Once my music cued I walked out onto the floor being escorted by Bebe, to my astonishment the place was packed. There wasn't an empty seat in the building for this one. As I walked to the ring I looked around and noticed a lot of familiar faces mingling together. Serana and Rayden sat front row together, it looked like they were in a deep conversation with Frankie-Messina and Tony-Dicaprio. I looked over in the other direction and was excited to see none other then the Godfather Chairman of Philly HotIce was in presence as well. It looked like she was sitting with Insomnia and they had Cherry and Luminosity sitting on opposite sides of them. 

Walking up the stairs and into the ring, I climbed the turn buckles and flexed for everyone yelling loudly. Smiling as I noticed Shaggs in the crowd with TonyCastelli, it looked like they were sharing drinks with Storm from Philly. Turning around to face the other side of the crowd I smiled as I seen my baby mama Spiral proudly carrying our baby sitting next to Thoros of Detroit. Don Joseph_Ligambi of Chicago had made his stay in LA a little bit longer to attend tonight's events also. He was surrounded by his entourage and newly found leader in Seattle Alex_Turner. Looked like they might be taking in some last minute bets.

There were so many in attendance I cared about it meant a lot. I continued looking around as I waited for my opponent to show up, that's when I locked eyes with him. I was true, he was in attendance and trying to blend in with the crowd. I looked back to Insomnia and gave him a signal by cocking my wrist as if it was time for me to bring the pain.

My opponent finally exited the back after a long wait and made his way towards the ring. Looking ruthless and ready to fight I knew that tonight was going to be challenging one way or another. I had an overwhelming group of supporters in the room, but he had his few as well. His cheers couldn't quite drown out the booing he was getting as he entered the ring. He stood across from me and laughed looking in my direction after raising his hands. It was as if he was already signifying that he had already won the match. I looked to my left at Insomnia and just shoot my head. Everyone was in there seats and ready to go, but there was one person I expected to see more then most. She was nowhere to be found and I was slightly hurt.

Taking a deep breath I watched the ref get into the ring and bring us close. He wanted a good clean fight, but we both knew better then that. It was all or nothing from here on out. We stepped back to each of our corners and as the ref signaled for the bell when the corrupt officer stood up in the crowd. Insomnia yelled "Now" as the man grabbed his pistol from his holster and pointing it in my direction. To my surprise I saw what looked like Bubbles cut the power from the ring putting the place in complete darkness. How that officer had gotten the gun by security was beyond me but it was my duty to make sure we didn't have a mess on our hands. 

Four loud gun shots rang through the air, before anyone had a chance to exit their seat the power had been restored. I stood in the ring with my opponent and the corrupt officer both laying dead at my feet. With Insomnia by my side we had avoided what could of been a major disaster. The crowd stood to their feet and cheered, I wasn't sure if it was out of excitement of me becoming the new Godfather of Los Angeles or if their adrenaline was flowing from the entire event. I stood there for a moment in shock myself, then exited the ring and began to celebrate with everyone who had come out.

Tony was smoking a cigar, sipping on his drink, and chit chatting with Shaggs as he waited for the fight to begin. He watched as both challengers entered the ring, but he already had a good idea of who was going to come out victorious. The rest of the crowd seems to fall to a hush as the trigger was pulled and the bodies dropped. Tony just continued to sip on his drink as he watched RomanReigns take over the mantle of Godfather in Los Angeles with his genius plan. 

Some people left in a hurry worrying for what may happen next, but those who knew Roman and were well connected just began to cheer and celebrate. Watching as Roman made his way out of the ring to join everyone, Tony picked up a gift that he had brought to give Roman after the fight. He slowly made his way through the crowd to where the new Godfather stood.

"That was quite the tactical decision my friend. Although you probably just made it harder to schedule fights now. People will always think back to this moment and wonder if it could happen again. I am a fan of a well thought out plan though. I got this for you." Tony handed over a box with a ribbon keeping it shut. 

Roman opened the box and inside sat a beautiful knife with a black handle. On the handle you could see the words "Veni. Vidi. Vici." in white. Next to the knife were three silver bullets. Each with one of the words carved into them that were seen on the handle of the knife.

"You can use this knife and those bullets when the time comes for you to have to make a move on an enemy. Perhaps if Tyler Durden shows his face around Los Angeles." Tony smiles and takes another sip of his whiskey.

"Now I know you have many other people to go talk to. Make sure you join me for a drink at some point tonight. We can talk about our favorite funny stories about Insomnia." With a tip of his hat he makes his way back over to where Shaggs is standing to continue their conversation. 

Spiral puts his feet up on a chair, swollen and feeling huge, just like her belly. She wanted to take a sip from one of Shaggs's flasks, but she was being careful around alcohol and second hand smoke. She had a baby on board, but she did want to celebrate @RomanReign's great fight and new position. She walked up to where Insomnia and RomanReigns were standing, and hugged them both. 

Congratulations, baby daddy! Give my belly a rub, and let's go out dancing. 

I entered the arena and took the front row seat RomanReigns had reserved for me.  I had attended quite a few of his fights.  I always wondered why he enjoyed these fights and they made me nervous as he beat opponent after opponent.  But tonight I had an eerie feeling.  Something in my gut told me was telling me shit was going to happen and I just couldn’t shake the feeling.   I had my gun stored under my seat earlier in the day, just in case.

As RomanReigns signature music started to play the crowd roared as he made his way to the ring.  I was keeping an eye on the opponent’s corner and there was some suspicions shit going on that just didn’t sit right with me. 

As his opponent was entering the ring he stopped to talk to another man and they started walking into the right together.   I caught the man eye to eye and something in his eyes told me something was going to go down.

I reached under my seat and released the taped gun and placed it at my side.  As the referee called both men to the center of the ring saw the man pulled his gun.  I stood up real fast and fired 4 shots.  Just as I fired the lights went out.  I was making my way into the ring when the lights came back on and witness both men dead as a doorknob.  I had gotten both men.  I didn’t want that heat on me so I went back to my seat replaced the gun back in it’s hiding place.  The boys will get it tomorrow.

Back in the dressing
room I waited for the others to congratulate @RomainReigns  on becoming GodFather- Chairman of LA.  I finally made my way to him.

We all know that "feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it." I don’t have a present for you only sincere words.

I could always keep it real with you and you are nothing but a cool ass dude.   The knowledge I gain from you in the short time we were together will last a lifetime.  You never tried to sugar coat shit.  You were always straight up about this thing of ours and exactly what’s necessary to be successful.  You gave me confidence by proving to me no one who achieves success does so without acknowledging the help of others.

You are a leader who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way. For that, I am truly thankful.

I also appreciate you vouching for me with your Underboss Freeman

Congrats on a well-deserved position.  Keep making us proud.

We shook hands and I made my way to my new Boss Freeman.

Freeman I want to let you know how much the opportunity to work with you means to me.

An opportunity is often lost by deliberating and the secret of success is to be ready when your opportunity comes. I had no intention of letting this opportunity pass me by.

I thank you for having the confidence to allow me to start this new journey with you
and I won’t let you down.

I made my way back to the people that were still lingering around.  Damn, I need a drink.

Bubbles makes her way through the crowd of people, she had to throw a couple of elbows to get through but what had to be done was done. It didn't take long to find Roman as he is always the center of attention. Finally getting up to him, she looked up and him and began speaking.

"Roman, it makes me so happy to see you take the Godfather position out in LA. It's been quite some time that we have talked about this moment. It's finally nice to see it come to life."

Bubbles pulls out a small jar of sand from her pocket and handed it to him before making her way out of the mass of people.