Episode 4

WITH LEANDRO

I had woken up at 07:00 am, as usual, to go to the company. Truth be told, I was getting tired of this routine, but I had to stick with it to avoid being discovered. I rose from bed and went into the bathroom, took a 30-minute shower, and then got dressed. I chose black trousers, a white shirt, a black vest, and black leather shoes.

After I was ready, I had my breakfast and left my apartment to head to the company. Upon arrival, I got out of the car and, as usual, people couldn't stop staring and whispering about me. I could kill them all right now if I wanted to; then, they would really get to know me, but I always just stared back with my serious demeanor because that's how I was. I took the elevator to the top floor to my office. It wasn't three minutes before my best friend arrived, seeming a bit off.

Maximo: Good morning, Boss, though I'm not sure it'll be good for you. He said with a sarcastic laugh.

Leandro: Cut out the games and tell me what you mean by that. I said in a serious tone.

Maximo: Whoa there, fine, I'll get to the point then. The Gonzalez didn’t even wait three days to withdraw a big chunk of your investment. Besides that, they used one of our own guys to pull it off. I had to torture the idiot who betrayed us...

Leandro: Those sons of... HA! Well, they might be quick, but I'll be twice as fast and more. I won’t just take back what they took, but everything they've got. I'll leave them with nothing. They’ll regret this. I said, seriously and undisturbed.

Maximo: And when will you do this?

Leandro: The sooner, the better. If possible, tomorrow itself. Get the men ready and send another group to watch their house; we don't want them trying to skip town. Keep me informed of everything. I commanded with seriousness.

Maximo: As you wish, I'll handle it.

WITH MADISON

I was at school. I don't know why, but I had woken up a bit late today, and almost didn't make it. My first day couldn’t have been worse, but the silver lining was that the institute was large and beautiful, though not as beautiful as my uniform. When I awoke, my school uniform was laid out on the armchair in my room; my mother must have prepared it. I hadn’t expected this since I had planned to wear a different one due to not having time to buy it. Turns out it fit me perfectly, conforming beautifully to my body, which I usually don’t appreciate much.

I entered the classroom, introduced myself to my classmates, and everything was going well, except I hadn’t made any friends yet. Only the boys talked to me, but they seemed like womanizers, and those types really bother me. I simply ignored them, telling them that I wasn't fluent in Italian. a lie so they wouldn't bother me, but it didn't work. The idiots said perverse things, thinking I wouldn't understand, but I did. I decided to threaten them by recording what they said, and if they didn't leave me alone, I would report them to the principal which could lead to their expulsion. Thankfully that got them to stop, though I knew it wouldn't be for long.

It was time to go home, and thankfully my ride came for me since it was already late. Arriving home, my parents sat in the living room, watching me. I looked at them confused for a few moments before my father spoke.

MR. SIMON: We have something to tell you; tomorrow we have to return to South America. he said sternly.

Madison: What? Are you serious?. I replied, surprised.

MRS. GEORGINA: Yes, as you hear, girl. We thought about staying for a while here, but we can’t. So, pack your stuff because we leave first thing tomorrow morning. she said sternly, and everyone went to their rooms.

I was SO happy, couldn't believe it. I didn’t want to ask my parents for explanations as I didn’t want to get a scolding for prying, but I was curious even if I didn’t want to get involved in their trivial matters. My mind raced with possibilities. I just hoped they hadn't told anyone about me.

I just went to my room and began packing my belongings and then got into bed with a big smile and fell asleep, excited to return to my true home, even though I had wanted to see some more of Italy; the place seemed so beautiful. It was a shame I had just begun school here.

LEANDRO'S GUARD: Calling Leandro*...

Leandro: Yes? What's happened?. he said sternly.

GUARD: Sir, it appears the Gonzalez family is planning to leave, or rather, flee the country first thing tomorrow. An employee working there tipped me off. he reported.

Leandro: WHAT?! Those DAMNED.... I exclaimed angrily. DO NOT LOSE SIGHT OF THEM. IF NECESSARY, STAY AWAKE ALL NIGHT, YOU AND THE OTHERS. INFORM ME OF ANY MOVEMENT. I ordered with severity.

GUARD: As you command, boss.

Leandro was with Maximo at his home.

Leandro: Early tomorrow morning, get the men ready, we’re going to pay a visit. I said with a cunning smile while sipping a glass of whiskey.

MAXIMO: Whatever you say. he replied sternly and left.

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