Bang!
In that moment, the gunshot startled everyone. Hannah, with a stoic face, dropped the gun to the floor.
“Just kidding. I wouldn’t actually shoot someone over a bet.”
Hannah didn’t target Rodrigo with her gun. Instead, she shot a wine bottle on the table.
Rodrigo’s gaze shifted from the shattered bottle to Hannah. “So, you’re truly from Compton family. I’m genuinely impressed!”
He signaled his men to back off. “Miss Moore, you’ve won the bet, fair and square.”
Rodrigo gave Hannah an assessing gaze before saying, “Feel free to request anything, be it money or anything else. I’m here to fulfill your wishes.”
“Money’s not what I’m after. Got plenty of that,” Hannah replied, her eyes fixed on Rodrigo. “Winston mentioned you frequently operate on the Queen Elizabeth. Your business seems thriving, and I’d like to get involved. How about a partnership?”
Rodrigo paused, a bit surprised, then burst into a bright laugh.
“Miss Moore, you’re truly not like those Compton folks. Do you know how many have tried to get the head of the Compton family on this ship? He’s never set foot on the Queen Elizabeth.”
He glanced at Winston. “So, what’s this? The Compton family having a change of heart, wanting in on the Queen Elizabeth’s business?”
Before Winston could respond, Hannah said, “I’m not here for the Compton family. This is about me seeking a part in it, nothing to do with them.”
Rodrigo’s Laugh echoed. “You’ve got guts, I’ll give you that. But let me be clear. Without the Compton name, you’re nobody. How can you even think of partnering with me here? Do you know who these people are?”
But Hannah just smiled, “That’s exactly why I need strong allies.”
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Rodrigo’s gaze hardened as he stared at her. “Surviving here, making a name? It’s not just about strength, you know. And…”
He paused briefly, then continued, “You say you’re not here for the Compton family, so why’s Winston tagging along? He was tight with the head of the Compton family. His being here with you? That’s no small deal. You claim you’re just representing yourself, but that’s hard to accept.”
Winston said, his voice cool and detached, “The boss didn’t plan for her to be on this trip. I’m just here to make sure she gets to see the boss after we dock.”
Rodrigo fell silent for a moment, then said, “If you’re looking to team up with us, you’ve got to show you’re serious.”
Hannah lifted an eyebrow. “I’m listening.”
“Do you have any experience with money laundering?” Rodrigo asked, lighting a cigarette and taking a long drag.
Hannah replied honestly, “I’ve never done it myself, but I’ve seen others do it. Doesn’t seem too hard.”
Rodrigo flicked his cigarette, gesturing towards Hannah with a sly grin. “Alright, since you’re so keen, you’re coming with me tonight.
We’ve got a money laundering job. The Lyons Group, you know them?
This week, they’re cleaning fifteen billion on this ship. Even their boss’s son is here. We’re helping them with ten billion, and our cut is fifteen percent.”