After the battle is over, Marston mounts his horse and looks over the battleground of New York where he once lived. He thinks back to when he served Godmother Clarity and remembers the city in its greatness, a big contrast to what it had become… Shaking his head, he rides to the airport to board the first plane back to Los Angeles.

It is a very sad day in Los Angeles. Despite their victory, the city suffered several losses, including their Godfather and leader Jack Pepper. Following the Godfather's funeral, a meeting was called to discuss the future of the city.

Marston arrives at the meeting along with his counterparts; Merlin, tnaryT and Jack Pepper's former second in command ParanoidFreak. They all exchange confused and worried looks, needing to think about what to do now that there is no direction coming from the head of the table. Eventually the eyes focus on Marston looking to him for an answer. He ponders over the options he has before giving his opinion…

Sirs, Maam, I think we're all agreed that deciding what to do from here is going to be tough. Not only must we consider the future of Los Angeles, but after tearing down the organisations in New York we must also consider the future of that city too. After all, it is where we originated and we must ensure that it is kept in safe hands.

My suggestion is this… Firstly, I volunteer myself to move my operations over to New York; it is the city where I grew up, where I received my button and is very close to my heart. I feel I have the responsibility to ensure that it rises from the ashes and to build it into the portrayal of greatness that I envision. To help me in the rebuilding process I will need all the help I can get. With this in mind I have spoken to Lancelot who is keen to help in my endeavour, and will bring The Regiment along to New York with us. He will be set up as a Captain under my watch there, and his family will surely flourish alongside mine as we put the pieces back together.

Secondly, in the wake of my master's death, it is my duty to ensure that his final wishes are carried out.

Marston puts his hand in his pocket and pulls out the keys to his headquarters, and passes them to ParanoidFreak…

You knew the man better than anyone... You don't need me to tell you he would have wanted you to carry on where he left off and keep working toward the ideals and goals he had for this city. If you take control of my business interests here and tie them in with those of Jack's family, you will have all you need to forge ahead. With the bedrock that tnaryT's family provides, and the vitality you can bring, the two of you are perfect compliments for unified future.

Marston turns to tnaryT.

My friend you have been the embodiment of solidity in us building this city. You have established a strong family and worked hard to forge a solid foundation for this city. You have been a pillar of strength and industry that our plans would have struggled without. I trust you to provide support and supply to ParanoidFreak as she forges ahead with the works Jack left unfinished. With your strength behind her you can both continue the blossoming enterprise of business here in town. Jack couldn't have wished for better hands to keep his interests safe.

Taking a step back he looked at both of the leaders. Both of them friends. He smiled and as they returned the smiles it became obvious. Things were going to work out. The future would be a bright one and the possibilities were indeed, endless.

~

Marston wakes the next morning and heads out for breakfast to tell Kurtz the news. His right hand was reading the paper and frowning as Marston sat down and poured himself a strong coffee. Kurtz put down the paper and opened a notebook. These meetings made up part of their morning ritual and ensured the objectives of the day were outlined, all orders of business prioritised and so on.

Kurtz's eye widened as Marston explained the plan. He went into considerable detail about the particulars of all aspects of the plans for their immediate future. When he was done he sat back, took a swig of coffee and began buttering some toast while Kurtz made notes and eventually spoke…

"This is awesome! Bold. But awesome! Going back home eh, I can't believe it! So much to do, what a massive change! Want me to tell the family the news?"

"Sure let them all know once me and Apples have boarded our flight, I'd like to tell her myself as I have some additional good news for her too…"

They ironed out numerous details over breakfast. Marston left to make his travel arrangements, and Kurtz headed into the office to start making calls.

~

Later that day, Marston and Apples walk along West 23rd street in New York. Marston enjoys the stroll, the rich character of the streets and the fine architecture, until they come to a large empty building, which appears to be an old pizzeria. Marston stops and admires it while Apples stands arms folded, tapping her foot, staring at him impatiently…

"So……. What the f%*@ are we doing here!?"

Marston throws a set of keys to her, which she spectacularly manages to fumble, and lose. She spins around scouring the floor for the fallen keys, growing more confused every second she is unable to locate them. Marston chuckles before walking over to her, and pulling them from her open handbag and jingling them in her face. She snatches at them but Marston playfully lifts them out of her reach and smiles…

"Don't you want you know what these are for first..?

A look of confusion creeps across her face, as she shakes her head impatiently.

"Welcome to our new home Apples… The Big Apple! I'm giving you the opportunity to start your own family, right here, in our new home… New York. It's the least I could do to reward your hard work and devotion. In all you have done since you joined me, you have been selfless, diligent, hardworking and careful. You have shown the need for a woman's touch, and added care and style to much of what we do. Yes my dear I think it's fair to say you have more than earned this. If you continue with same effort and apply yourself to this with even half the energy and commitment you have applied to your role with our family, you will continue to be nothing but great…

Without another word Marston hands the keys to Apples and walks off down the street. Leaving her with a bewildered look across her face…

ParanoidFreak knew what she had to do. Picking up after the loss of a man such as Jack was never easy. She knew however that he would want her to carry on and ensure the continued safety of those who had been under his watch and his city. Losing her boss and best friend was not easy for Para yesterday and moving on without him would also not be easy. She knew she had to keep going for the city of Los Angeles and the people who called this place home.

Marston and Lancelot, Los Angeles will miss you but I also hold the city of New York close and I know you will both do brilliantly in bringing our presence back into the city once again. I cannot wait to visit the city once things are settled here because I know the city will be vibrant with activity and very enjoyable to stop in.

ytnarT we have some work to do sorting everything out since our devastating loss yesterday. I know we will continue to work together wonderfully and I look forward to working with you to continue Jack's and contributing our own plans for the city.

ParanoidFreak shook hands with the men at the table and lifted the glass in front of her proposing a toast to the future.

As further news came out of New York, Para sat down to write Apples a letter. She reflected on the time they had spent together in Los Angeles and knew that she would be a wonderful leader in her new city. ParanoidFreak wrote out the congratulatory mail and had it sent to Apples' new headquarters out East.

Vincent is walking along the streets and he herd marston speak so he stops to lisson to what marston has to say.

Well Marston this is a very happy moment for some of us. Congrats on your move to ny and i look forword to working with you.

Congratulations Kurtz and Apples. My father spoke very highly of you two, and in the short time I've known you both, I can see why he did so. I can truly think of no one more deserving to rebuild New York from the ashes.

I can't wait to see what the two of you have in store for this city now.

My apologies, clearly I meant Apples and ParanoidFreak. I can only assume that the atmosphere of New York and all the... meat eaters here has tainted my pure vegetarian mind and caused me to misspeak.

He thinks back to when he served Godmother Clarity and remembers the city in its greatness, a big contrast to what it had become… Shaking his head

Uhm... that's your opinion, New York was home to more mafioso's than Los Angeles even had. New York was a great city, as well as torn down indeed, not a very colorful win if you ask me. But once again, we're all entitled to our own opinion.

I do know you and Apples will do a great job in rebuilding the Big Apple to what it once was. I am excited even to see you two up and going to get it back to a great glory it was, and ALWAYS has been.

congrats to all

Go back to LA

Conratulations buddy i am sure you will do great things. I wish you all best in your new city.

Lancelots mind was racing a lot had happened in the last couple of days, having attended various funerals of friends lost he had a sad look upon his weary face, "Sure been a crazy couple of days" he thought to himself as he stepped over the puddles of blood that still filled the streets. Looking down at his watch his eyes widened "Ah shit!" he mumbled to himself, realising he was pushed for time and needed to be the otherside of town within 15 minutes for a meeting with Marston he picked up the pace...

Arriving a few minutes late he was pleased to see that Marston, tnaryT and ParanoidFreak had also just arrived, the small party made their way to the meeting room and sat down to discuss the important matters at hand, after listening to what Marston had suggested Lancelot nodded in agreement, "The loss of our Godfather JackPepper has been a shock to us all and i am sure we are all going to miss the big fella, having said that, i have every confidence in those left behind to follow what was started" clearing his throat Lancelot looked over to Marston "As you well know my friend i too once hailed from the great city of New York and it would be an honour to follow you back home to help with the rebuilding, i am sure with the people we have around us we will achieve all we set out to acomplish". Pausing for a few moments Lancelot then turned his attention to both tnaryT and ParanoidFreak, " What can i say other than its been a pleasure working with you both and i am sure you will continue the good work in the city of angels, i wish you both well with your new endeavors and if you ever need anything you both know where i am". With a few nods and handshakes the meeting was over, now all Lancelot had to do was track his right hand woman down, Innocence was never an easy person to find at the best of times.

T-Man was driving around in his brand new black Chevrolet, He stopped when he seen a rather large crowd gathering around Marston. T-Man got out of the car with a cigar in his mouth. As he approached the crowd, he threw out his cigar and pushed past everyone. He just caught the last few words about moving to the 'The Big Apple'. T-Man father had crew up there and his grandfather too.He walked towards Marston.

Hi there, I'm looking forward for working with you and the city of New York. I'm very happy about the change, Oh and good luck in the future!

Congratulations Marston I hope you enjoy your new city and I wish you all the best of luck.

Congratulation Marston for having your beloved city back on your grasp. I do hope you can restore the order in New York and turned it into the City of Diamond. Wish you best of luck alongside Kurtz and Apples.

After receiving the keys from Martson, Apples began the long process of settling in and recruiting new associates to take care of family business.  She had made a few contacts with local law enforcement in New York to grease the wheels and ensure that the family start up ventures went off without a hitch.  She flew back to Hollywood to tie up a few loose ends.  

She swung by ParanoidFreak's HQ, but was unable to find the new leader, who must have been out handling business.  In lieu of the meeting she had hoped for, Apples decided to leave a note for the new leader since her plane home was leaving later that evening.

Para,

Thank you for the kind words.  As much as I hate the circumstances for which it came to be, I am confident that Los Angeles will thrive under your leadership.  You've got a strong team accompanying you, and I wish each of you all the best.  Please let me know if I can do anything to ease your loss, and your transition to head of family. I am sure we will be in contact soon.

Unil then, be well.

Apples