America: Starting with the Last Liberty

Just then, a Cadillac drove past the window of the coffee shop where Rosen was, with an old acquaintance sitting inside.

"Arbenato, have you contacted the police?"

"Mr. Richie, we've made contact with the Los Angeles Police Department, but Johnny Chen has a criminal record, so the bail will be higher!"

"How tall? It can't possibly cost 2.5 million US dollars, can it?"

(Michael Milken was indicted in 1989 on charges of fraud, insider trading, and tax evasion, with bail set at $2.5 million.)

"No, not at all. It'll only cost $100,000."

"Just $100,000? Give it directly to those vampires! What about the FBI?"

"The FBI is refusing bail and wants to keep Sonny in custody."

Francis frowned at these words. Usually, the FBI would grant bail unless there were other issues involved.

"What's the reason?"

"Black Sonny and several of his men were arrested while armed, and they had also kidnapped two family members. The FBI considered them extremely dangerous, and releasing them could pose a threat to public safety."

Abenato's words puzzled Francis.

Why would Black Sonny kidnap his own people?

"It's about the Pacific Standard Bank, Mr. Richie, have you forgotten? It's about the two people you told me to tell about hiding Billy the Wild Dog's jewelry in that bank!"

Francis looked enlightened; he had indeed made Alberto do that.

The purpose, of course, was to get old Martin to gather the gold together.

"So it was them! Those two can't be allowed to live! Damn it, I don't have any connections in the FBI!"

Francis's expression turned grim; compared to the Los Angeles police, the FBI's infiltration was much more difficult.

Given Francis's previous status and wealth, the FBI would never have given him a second thought.

"Mr. Richie, shouldn't we deal with Johnny Chen's matter first?"

"That's true! But Abenato, you still need to find a way to keep those two calm, lest they expose you!"

"I will!"

The Cadillac quickly pulled up in front of the Los Angeles Police Department headquarters, and Francis, dressed in a suit and sporting a slicked-back hairstyle, got out of the car.

The Los Angeles Police Department was already prepared, and Johnny Chen had been taken out of the detention cell.

"Johnny Chen, you're lucky. Someone's willing to pay a hefty $100,000 to bail you out."

Johnny Chen looked defiantly at the police officers who had escorted him out.

"That's because I'm worth the price!"

"Heh, you stupid Korean, get lost! I bet you'll be back soon!"

The white police officer looked at Johnny Chen with disdain and handed him over to Francis Richie.

Koreans have always been so stubborn. If Seoul were to be hit by a nuclear bomb like Nagasaki, the entire city would be completely destroyed, but a large number of mouths would still remain.

You can see this in Korean dramas.

In a South Korean movie, the South Korean president actually dared to call and reprimand President America, which is even more exaggerated than an anti-Japanese war drama.

(The TV series is called "Daemul," and it's incredibly overpowered, including a plot where troops are sent to threaten Tokyo University.)

Who knows how excited Koreans will get when watching this drama?

By this time, Francis had completed all the bail procedures and was waiting for Johnny Chen at the end of the corridor.

Johnny Chen's attitude changed instantly when he saw Francis, becoming incredibly obsequious.

It's like a Jindo dog (a Korean breed) that sees its owner wagging its tail constantly.

"Mr. Richie, why did you come to bail me out yourself?"

"Chen, the Bonanno family has always valued its partners, especially partners like you."

Johnny Chen didn't understand what Francis meant because he had been locked in the detention cell for several days and had no idea what was happening outside.

However, Francis did not explain, saying that the Los Angeles Police Department is not a place for such talk.

"Come with me, Chen, let's talk somewhere else."

Francis and Johnny got into the Cadillac, and the driver drove towards Malibu.

"Chen, during the time you were arrested, something changed in the Bonanno family."

After the car started, Alberto first explained the recent events to Johnny Chen.

Johnny Chen looked dazed; he hadn't expected the Bonanno family to undergo such a dramatic change in just a few days.

After listening to Alberto's account, Johnny Chen looked at Francis with curiosity.

"Mr. Richie, what brings you here specifically to see me?"

Francis wore a warm smile, just like he used to when he worked for old Martin.

"Chen, I think the Bonanno family needs some changes right now, so I want you to come with me."

Johnny Chen looked at Francis in surprise, but he could certainly understand what the other man meant.

This guy has a nickname on the street: Mad Dog. He gives the impression of being vengeful and vindictive, so most people don't want to mess with him.

However, Johnny Chen is just crazy, not stupid.

Making changes will inevitably affect the interests of some people, which is not a simple matter.

It's dangerous, but it's also an opportunity!

"Would you like to think about it?"

Francis gently touched the large gemstone ring on his hand, speaking in a rather casual tone.

However, Johnny Chen knew he had no chance of refusing, and it was best not to even consider it, otherwise becoming a dead body in the street would be his only fate.

For someone like Francis, trust is a very precious thing.

So Johnny Chen only remained silent for a moment before giving his answer.

"Mr. Richie, I'm certainly willing to work for you, but I have one condition!"

Francis's expression subtly changed, and only his old subordinate Alberto could detect his dissatisfaction.

Tell me about it.

"Mr. Richie, I got arrested because someone wrecked my car during the race. I want to find that bastard and teach him a lesson!"

"Oh, it's such a small matter! Alberto, I'm leaving this to you. Make sure Chen is satisfied."

Francis's expression instantly relaxed. This matter was indeed a small one for him, and it was perfect for winning people's hearts.

"Okay, Mr. Richie."

Johnny Chen immediately bowed to Francis with excitement.

"Mr. Richie, from now on I'll be your loyal dog. Whoever you tell me to bite, I'll bite!"

Johnny Chen and Alberto got off the bus midway, intending to go back and organize their men to seek revenge, leaving only Francis in the bus.

Francis took a bottle of red wine from the wine cabinet of the luxury Cadillac, poured himself a glass, and drank it down without letting it breathe.

The slightly sour red wine didn't make Francis feel uncomfortable swallowing it; he drank the whole glass in one gulp.

"Is this the smell of power? So fragrant! No one can stop me!"