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The Get Back | 10

I leaned towards Monae and whispering in her ear.

"Why the fuck are we here and who is this nigga?", I whispered, not taking my eyes off Ricardo.

"Ima, need you to calm down. Ricardo is a very powerful man and you always talking about expanding your money. So, I got in contact with an old friend"

"Old friend huh?"

Monae shifted in her seat before sucking her teeth and smiling at the waiter. I'm glad she happy cause right now I'm not. I don't do business with everyone so she better tell me something good about what the fuck I'm getting myself into.

"Bring a bottle of Molino Real for my guests. Please and have them order what they like", Ricardo said in his thick accent and quickly looking at me.

I read over a nearby Menu on the table and to be honest, I rather eat Chinese food and sip a 40 while watching the game or something. I really don't have a good feeling about this situation.

"Yea. You can get me the Pan seared Scallops", I answered as I quickly closed the menu and handed it to the waiter.

"And ill take the Rigatoni with the Fennel on the side please", Monae smiled as she handed the menu to the waiter.

"Very well. I will return shortly", the lanky tall man said before walking away from our table.

I tapped my fingers on the table impatiently before turning around in my seat and looking at Ricardo. He stared at me with a blank expression, then smirking a little as he leaned up on the table.

"Here's the deal man" he started to say. "I don't usually do business with your kind"

I mugged him, "My kind? What the fuck is that supposed to mean?", I asked in a defensive tone.

"Eric, will you please...- "Monae started but stopped as Ricardo lifted his hand to silence her.

"Nah man", I flared my nostrils. "You got something against niggas or something?"

Ricardo leaned back in the chair, sipping on his wine and raising his eyebrows behind the glass.

"I need you to be quiet and listen. Out of respect for Monae, I haven't put my foot in your fucking ass but if you not willing to hear what I have to say, you can get a to go box and get the fuck outta here", Ricardo said as he shrugged his shoulders.

I licked my lips and glanced at Monae who looked pissed off. I didn't give a shit though. I should fuck her up for bringing me here for surprise and shit.

"I'm listening", I mumbled.

Ricardo smiled a little as he folded his hands onto the white table cloth.

"Like I said Mr. Eric. I usually don't do business and invite your type in because I have had bad run ins with flashy black guys but you seem to be about business and don't take too much shit" he said as he looked back and forth between me and Monae.

He continued, "But since we have a like friend", he heads nodded towards Monae. "I believe I have a proposition for you"

I squinted my eyes a little bit as I watched our food return quickly to our table as well as two bottles of wine. We thanked the waiter as Monae and Ricardo started to eat their food. I could care less about this meal right now.

I'm trying to handle this business and discuss this like two corporate white men.

"So, what you saying. Like how you know what I do?", I questioned with concern.

Ricardo dabbed his mouth with the cloth napkin before licking his lips and replying.

"The streets talk sir. I know what's going on and I know who you are before Monae says that you were her guy friend. Monae never bought anyone to me, so if she bringing you... I guess you may be hardworking." He admitted.

"You hard working, right?", he questioned and raising his eyebrow.

I cracked a smile, "I hustle by any means man".

"Anyone can hustle. You gotta be smart about it which I feel like you quick on your feet"

I titled my head in agreeance. "Yeah, I try to be smart. Can't be out here getting fucked"

"So. Like I say I may have a proposition for you if you're looking to make some real money. Not nickel and dime shit that some of these boombots selling nowadays. But if you be good to me Eric, I take care you and bada bing" he says before holding his hands out to each of his sides. "You got more money coming in...right?"

"Yea...I feel you man. You right" I say as I scratched my chin, then resting my left hand on Monae thigh. "But I'm bout my money.", I ensured.

"Good. That's what I need. You to be hard working and have a goal", Ricardo says with a sly smile. "Let me show you something." Ricardo says as he dug down into a bag that I just realized was resting on the side of the table.

He placed a rectangular package wrapped in plastic onto the table. My heart dropped as I looked around in shock. is this nigga crazy?

"You know what is?", he questioned.

I gulped a little as I stared at the package.

"Yeah. Its coke" I answered, looking up at him.

Ricardo smirked as he leaned in closer to me. I could tell this may be the start of a new beginning for me.

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And I decided once again to bring this book back because, it has potential to do well So forgive me for the indecisiveness.

I appreciate those who take the time to read, vote and comment. You are very appreciated as always. I'ma stop unpublishing books. If they get high reads then they dont if not thats cool too.

I do it for the love of it. Not for recognition. Writing is stress relieving for some and I cherish this skill that I have. It helps me keep whats left of my sanity. LOL

I hope you enjoy this. If you dont remember what's going on just look back at the previous chapters. ! I'll work on my other books when this one is finished. !

You are appreciated (Pac Voice)