Starting Point

After Nuccio and his guests arrive at the headquarter of "Le Zanzare", Nuccio leads them into his office. Not far from his desk is a comfortable group of upholstered chairs. Nuccio places the grappa bottle on the table, orders his bodyguard Salvatore to fetch glasses, and asks his companions to sit down. After the first round, the mood is boisterous, Nuccio looks at his watch, then at Salvatore, who is guarding the entrance to the office. They nod to each other.

"The car is outside, boss. Everything is ready."

Nuccio apologizes to his guests. He asks them to remain seated while he points to the now still half-full grappa bottle. "This will not take long. Salvatore will take a seat in my place." Nuccio stands up, puts on his coat and hat, and goes to his desk. From it he takes out his pistol and a cartridge. "That's all I'll need." Nuccio calls for Cesare, the bodyguard who has been in his service the longest, and signals him to follow.

Rain has begun to fall. The drizzle is cold. The black Packard Super 8 is parked in front of the HQ with the engine running. Nuccio and Cesare take a seat in the back of the car.

"To the home of the Godfather."

Once there, everything happens very quickly. The coup has been planned long in advance. The way is free for Nuccio and Cesare, who are already expected by the supposedly loyal employees of the Godfather. They run straight to his office. A shot rings out.

Back in the car, Nuccio stows his pistol in his coat and looks at his watch. On the drive back, they remain silent. Nuccio slowly notices the effect of the grappa. As the black Packard Super 8 turns onto the forecourt of his headquarters, Nuccio realizes that he now has a lot more responsibility on his shoulders.

Nuccio goes back to his office to luciano_lucky, ChefRenie, Andy_Campo, VinhTran and Louise_Blecher. The grappa bottle is empty by now.

"Congratulations, Nuccio, Godfather - Chairman of Detroit".

Nuccio does not wait long to announce the news. Bribing the mayor was a good idea. Many people are waiting in front of the Bricktown City Hall. The security contingent is immense. Flanked by Salvatore and VinhTran, Nuccio steps in front of the crowd.

"The time is ripe for awakening. Detroit is going to thrive. Many businesswomen und businessmen from all over America - who knows, maybe even from all over the world - will visit our city and make deals here. There will be many new businesses. To my right, you see Vinh Tran, my faithful acolyte. Originally from Vietnam, he has made a name for himself in this country. 'Tran Fish Co.' on the Detroit River? His credit. I have full confidence in Vinh and will give him much more responsibility from now on. I am also very happy that Andy_Campo, with whom I had the opportunity to work closely in Los Angeles, has returned from a long trip abroad. Welcome back, Andy! You get your old post back with immediate effect."

Some journalists who have arrived shout questions through the crowd, the flashes of various cameras light up. Accompanied by their bodyguards, the gentlemen step back, put on their hats and head towards their cars.

Back at the headquarter of "Le Zanzare", a message from Los Angeles reaches them from luciano_lucky. Due to the escalating events in Las Vegas, capable people with leadership experience are urgently needed. Nuccio and VinhTran look at each other briefly. Without words, both understand what the other is thinking: "Ackbar!"

Nuccio instructs Salvatore to immediately seek out AdmiralAckbar and escort him here. It is not long before Ackbar appears.

"Our friends and close allies are in need of your services. Pack your bags, you are going to Vegas! This will further strengthen our already excellent relationship with Los Angeles and now also Las Vegas."

AdmiralAckbar nods briefly, grins, and thanks Nuccio for the trust he has placed in him. Leaving Nuccio's office, he is met by Andy_Campo and Louise_Blecher, plus Ksenia, who has travelled from New York to assist VinhTran with his new task.

Nuccio looks at his watch, invites everyone in and closes the door behind him. There is a phone on his desk.

"Perfect, you are on time. You know how much I care about punctuality. I have already been connected with IANYU and Tutte. It is time for the meeting with our friends and businessmen in Corktown. Only a few more days and Detroit will once again be shaken to its foundations and be richer by a Godfather and a family."

"This is going to be great. I have a very good feeling. What do you think?"

Andy_Campo, Louise_Blecher, VinhTran and Ksenia nod. Suddenly, there is a knock at the door.

"He's here, boss."

Salvatore, a closet of a man, stands in the doorway. Behind him is CoreyTaylor, just arrived from New York. Nuccio walks up to Corey and greets him warmly.

"I've heard nothing but the best about you from Vinh. I thank you for reinforcing us and henceforth working as a left hand in Vinh's venture, the Cholon Triads."

Salvatore, who in the meantime has found something to drink, re-enters the room. Nuccio raises his glass.

"To a strong Bricktown. No, because of the strong bond with our friends in Corktown, here's to a strong Detroit! I am convinced that we can establish Detroit as a major business hub thanks to our network and our good relationships with the other cities."