Mr. Consultant

"Listen, gentlemen, I don't want your names to be on the second-in-command's desk sometime in the future, any more than I want you to interrupt my personal time right now. It's my personal time, and it's also my personal problem, I don't want to use commandments to explain things to you. So please sit down and don't rush to leave here."

Xavier said so, and then took off his suit jacket quite chicly, revealing the snow-white shirt and silk printed tie inside.Holding the collar of the iron gray suit, with a nonchalant face, he asked Giuseppe to sit at the round table by the window.

The consultant was still immersed in Xavier's previous speech, not the sentence of persuasion, but the conclusion about going to bed.Christ, he couldn't figure it out anyway, why the young master would admit the relationship between them and make such words and deeds as if they were covering up.Xavier should not take into account any feelings of Giuseppe, and even satirized the tragic situation of the former male prostitute.However, he was a bit dogmatic, arrogant and gentle, refuting all slanderous words.

Giuseppe was outraged by this.He didn't want the young master to tell the outside world about the ridiculous game between them, fearing that Xavier's reputation would be ruined.And he, after all, never thought about himself.This consultant has never been afraid of criticism from the world. He is used to slander and many things that others cannot get used to at all.He seems to be born humble and stubborn, he doesn't care about the illusory reputation, he only believes in the magic power brought by money.

The sad thing is that even though he has such a personality, he still feels a little inexplicable warmth in that extreme anger.And this kind of warmth made his heart throb, and even almost aroused the unspeakable love that had been buried deep in his chest.He had planned well enough to restrain all his emotions.But at that moment, just that tiny moment, what he hoped to say from that young master's mouth was "I love you".

But he couldn't express this wish, let alone try to gain even the slightest bit of sympathy.This is his secret, a private place in his heart that can't bear to be touched, which is so soft that it hurts.He knew it was a bit hypocritical, but if he could give up, he wouldn't be subject to some inexplicable feelings like he is now.In short, Giuseppe spent a lifetime of cowardice and compromise on the matter of the young master, but he was still distressed to the point of helplessness.

And after all, Giuseppe didn't want those old-school figures to know about his relationship with Xavier.Although the people in the "big garden" look down on Xavier, it is only a denial of experience. They don't want to question Don Barone's vision, let alone destroy this vision that is actually not wrong.They just felt that the young master was too young to lead Barone's career, but should follow the advice of their elders.

But the opinion of these old-fashioned figures towards Giuseppe, the advisor, was something quite different.They are still brooding over Giuseppe's identity, resenting the treachery he once committed, and jealous of his fame in the family business.They believed that Don Barrone must have been bewitched by the adviser, so he handed the young master into his hands.The result is obvious. Instead of giving him a good education, Giuseppe climbed into his bed and continued to play the shameless whore.They were disgusted with it, and even attributed all the merits of the advisor so far to his insignificance and luck.

If these stupid and stubborn old people knew Xavier's kindness towards Giuseppe, they would definitely doubt the young master's judgment from the bottom of their hearts, and would have some bad emotions as a result.Giuseppe didn't want such a thing to happen. He was already powerless to change his evaluation among those old school members, but he still tried his best to avoid the young master from receiving the same treatment as him.So the consultant wanted to explain this, but Xavier took the lead in pulling his arm and asked him to sit on the seat by the window.

Giuseppe could not resist the young master's proposal, especially not in front of the characters in the "big garden". He wanted to show his [-]% loyalty so as to be the only support of the young master at this moment.So he unbuttoned his suit jacket, and then sat obediently on the solid wooden round stool. The neon light outside the window shone through the glass, shining on his brilliant platinum hair.

As if nothing had happened, Xavier ordered a tonic and a vintage cocktail from the waiter.Ignoring the hostile gazes of those old-school figures, he sat down in front of Giuseppe, and with a relaxed expression, he took out the lighter from the inside pocket of the consultant's suit.When he made these movements, it was as usual as if he had performed such movements countless times.However, both of them were very clear that the young master had never treated him so intimately in front of others.They are trying to calm down each other, and they are secretly frightened by these things that don't really make sense.

He looked at Giuseppe's drooping eyelids and the dense eyelashes on those eyelids, took out the cigarette case from his pocket, and lit a cigarette with one hand.The blue smoke rose up like a curtain, isolating the consultant's eyes.He still didn't understand the feelings in Giuseppe's heart, just as he didn't understand why the halos on those gold-rimmed glasses were so brilliant at this moment.

Giuseppe remains his star, his constant desire, his necessity.To some extent, there is an element of being unable to stop the tempting body, but more, it is the dependence and peace of mind that go deep into the bone marrow.

Xavier really wanted to speak out what was in his heart, tell the consultant, and tell him his love as deep as the sea, as well as those irrepressible impulses and fears.But he had no choice, not even a little room for repayment.Love turned him into a complete fool, and also made him brave, enabling him to face many things that were unimaginable before.

But even though he made so many efforts, he still had no way to deal with that consultant, and he even didn't know how to get along with him.Did Giuseppe turn out to be such a beautiful and heart-warming character?Will this 36-year-old uncle, a hysterical workaholic, ever show a gentle expression?

He couldn't figure it out, so he had to smoke one after another.

The waiter brought up the drink, and the ice cubes in the glass swirled in the transparent liquor, floating a little illusory light and shadow.The consultant thought it over for a while, took a sip from his wine glass, and wanted to say something to break the restless silence.There was a strange heat in Xavier's eyes that made his heart beat faster and his whole body tense.

"Is there any new progress or other clues about the matter mentioned before, the matter in the north?" He said, and raised the gray-green eyes under the pair of gold-rimmed glasses, and then continued:

"I'm worried that someone will leak the news, and if that happens, there will be people on both sides who will hate and resist. After all, hatred is not something that can be easily eliminated for some people. After all, I am a 'Norwegian', Not 'Sicilian', always think differently than them, you have to know that."

After hearing this, Xavier was surprised by the inexplicable confession of the consultant. Although he knew that Giuseppe was not like the mafia, he never thought that he was a member outside the family.In some respects, Giuseppe had a more profound influence on this young master than Don Barone. Although the Italian nature made Xavier love adventure, he was more inclined to that young master in handling events. The calmness and cruelty of the consultant.

He knew what Giuseppe was talking about, about Sean, about the drug dealers in the north.In front of those old school members, he couldn't mention too much information, so he had to explain to the consultant in a somewhat cryptic manner:

"A few days ago, I explained the specific cooperation plan with them. They need to discuss the pros and cons internally. It doesn't matter, after all, it is a big matter. I asked the assistant to contact them and report to me immediately if there is any problem. I believe it will take a few days to hear back from them. They can't refuse this business, because they have almost nowhere to go. If it were you, would you give up the place you have worked so hard for for some boring reasons? I don't think so, not even a fool."

Giuseppe nodded. The young master made it very clear that Maldini already knew Sean's desire to leave the organization, so he would not place any extra trust on them.They are no longer friends, but just a pure interest relationship. Even when this interest is broken, they will turn against each other anytime and anywhere.Giuseppe had also previously sensed that some fatal disagreement had arisen among their opponents, and he sent Dario to inquire about it, but the merry little old man had so far given no definite news.

He is not in a hurry, because to a certain extent, waiting and watching is also a beneficial attack.He wants to hide his attitude until the last second, until everyone has revealed their purpose.Giuseppe was not worried about being scooped, after all, only the living could enjoy the benefits anyway.And what he needs to do is to see the situation as clearly as possible, and understand the opponent, and then the weaknesses and visions of his companions.

"It doesn't matter, we can afford to wait. Barone will only lose one business at most, but they will lose their entire foundation. The leader is a smart man, and he will not fail to understand this obvious truth."

After he finished speaking, he put the cup in his hand on the round table, then got up and walked towards the back door.Xavier was a bit uneasy, feeling stressed by the consultant's drinking in light of the two previous horrific accidents.He wanted to go with him, but the consultant stopped him with his hand and gave him a slightly frivolous smile.The young master was even more frightened because of this, worried that he would do some unreasonable things, and wanted to care a little bit unnecessary.But when he stood up, Giuseppe suddenly turned around, pulled his tie and kissed him softly, and even made a pretty bad sound.He heard the fox-like, low-smiling man say:

"Little cutie, uncle will come to accompany you soon."

Xavier was caught off guard because of this, and completely forgot about trying to stop the consultant.He touched his chin numbly, and then sat back in his seat in silence under the gazes around him that seemed to be piercing him.After a long time, he thought vaguely:

The classic cocktails in this store seem to taste okay.

And Giuseppe, the advisor, walked through the hall of the tavern in a murmur.His thoughts were quite clear, and the alcohol did not anesthetize his mind, nor did it confuse his vision.Out of the corner of his eye, he saw an employee in a black suit walking out the door, and decided to follow that gentleman to figure out something pretty important.

He walked out of the back door of the tavern, and the night breeze was blowing head-on, bringing some fresh aroma of rain and dew, which was different from the turbid tobacco and alcohol.The employee seemed to be out smoking. He walked to a dark corner and took out the lighter from his pocket.Giuseppe approached him, took out his cigarette before he lit it, and said to him:

"Sir, can I borrow a fire?"

The employee recognized his identity and knew that he was a person who made the customers fear him, so a look of fear flashed in his eyes.He was quite obedient, and handed the things in his hands to Giuseppe, then turned his head silently, as if looking into those gray-green, poisonous snake-like eyes.

Giuseppe smiled softly, turned his head to look at the employee's back, he bit the lit cigarette in his mouth, and asked vaguely in Italian:

"What's your name?"

The poor employee was taken aback by this, and turned around with a shrug.Although he didn't want to say a word to Giuseppe, the problem was right in front of him, and he didn't have the right to refuse.So he had no choice but to explain to Giuseppe tremblingly:

"Sir, I don't understand your language..."

"That's a pity!"

Giuseppe sighed a little hypocritically.He took out a photo of Albert from his suit pocket, then suddenly changed his language, and questioned the employee in standard English:

"Have you ever seen this man? His name is Albert, Albert Barone. He should be a regular visitor here."

"Sir, yes, I'm sorry, but I can't disclose the customer's information."

"Then let me change the question. Who is your boss? Why don't you pay the necessary fees to Barone and maintain the necessary relationship?"

The employee was dumbfounded by his question and couldn't say a word for a long time.He looked at the fierce expression on the face of the tall and handsome man in front of him, as if he was about to eat people, and shook his head with all his strength.Holy Virgin Mary, he swears that he never wants to have anything to do with such a man in his life!

"Sir... please forgive me, I really don't know about it!"

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