Chapter 74: Court Drama
Nifty. Purchase the B@CK DOOR Software with my own money, and buy 8 tracking bugs, the software for them, and one wireless camera, billing it to the syndicate. If that's possible. So pay 1000$ of my own money and 620$ of the Syndicate's. After that, leave and head back to the pub.
Aaron goes ahead and buys a lot of stuff, using a lot of monetary resource.
(-$1000)(-$620 Syndicate Funds)A message pops up telling him that the supplies should be at the pub in a reasonable amount of time. Finishing up the transaction, Aaron heads out of the cafe, and back to the Pub.
On the way back, a man in a purple jacket approaches him from an alley. "Hey, you looking for something good?" He opens his jacket to reveal numerous little packages taped to its interior. "I've got whatever you want man, real nice stuff." It's clear that he's a Vice Lord, but he doesn't seem to realize that Aaron is part of the rival Syndicate.
" I have a question, I saw on the web that a drug place got hit and somebody got caught, whats going on with that, is he out yet?"
Bring up a series of job seekers websites on my tablet, enter a brief description stating the following and post the job. Check frequently for applicants. Upload to every single possible job site that services this city or anything within 50 miles.
Help wanted.
"Young men and women between the ages of 16 and 25 welcome, job comes with steady pay and fantastic room for advancement, please upload your CV and criminal records to the site including mobile number.
Criminal convictions are not an issue and potentials roles range from simple logistics and labor, to medical and pharmacy to security and many more. All applicants welcome."
Create 3 folders on the tablet, one for those with criminal records, one for those with valuable skill sets and one for those who I reject.
Joe Michael's first order of business is to find willing labor in the nearby vicinity.
[Computer Science: 1]
-WEBPAGE CAN NOT BE FOUND-
Well, looks the pub is having Internet issues. He's still able to create the folders and system in the meantime.
"Here is not a good place to talk. Head to this pub, say I sent you. They will fill you in. I shall be there later to check up on how you are settling in."
Give location of pub to newbie. Take Fyfe with me on a tour of the docks and tenement to check on production and distribution before heading back to the pub.
Ryan and Fyfe leave the pub to head down to the docks. After a brief cab ride,
(-$4) the two of them end up on the Dock property. Unfortunately, a couple of idle cops are hanging about, and yellow tape stretches around the perimeter. Whatever happened, it was a big deal. As the scene is too hot to approach for now, the two of them walk back to the pub. Upon entering, they find Joe cursing as he attempts to use the Internet.
"Thanks Doc... Do people usually have really weird dreams while they are under?"
Talk to the Doc, inquire into possible side effects, see if I can get some pain killers, go home.
Mason inquires about his dreams. The doctor responds, "It happens, and hey, it makes the time pass faster, doesn't it?" Mason also inquires about pain killers. "Sure, I can give you some."
(+Bottle of Painkillers)Mason leaves the hospital and goes back to the pub. There he joins Ryan and Fyfe, and also encounters the two new Kings.
Check out the basement where the syndicate hangs out. Grab a pistol.
Thomas goes down to the basement. It's sleek and has remnants of the days when it was a secret distribution center. Various goods are scattered about on marble tables. At one table, weapons strewn about, Thomas picks up a Pistol.
(+Pistol) He looks at the black weapon; it fills him with a newfound sense of destructive capability he never had before. He pockets the gun.
Chase down and finish off last Vice Lord before he can get away
Trent and his crew run after the remaining Vice Lord.
[Trent Sprint: 3]
[Footsoldiers Sprint: 4]
[Vice Lord Sprint: 1]
The Vice Lord runs into an alleyway, and soon finds himself cornered. The footsoldiers are the first to reach him. (4 vs. 3) The Vice Lord weaves his way out of the corner, suffering no stab wounds, though the soldiers do kick him around a bit. Just as he manages to break off, Trent finds his way at him. (4 vs. 1) Trent stabs the Vice Lord right in the ribs. Retracting his knife, the Lord falls down in shock, one hand clutching his wound. He attempts firing his gun at his pursuers in the meantime. (5 vs. 2) There's a flash, and Trent suddenly sees one of his footsoldiers fall over, clutching his stomach. Trent decides to put an end to this, (3 vs. 2) and stabs at the Vice Lord, but the Lord is quick enough to dodge and only receive a flesh wound across the arm. The uninjured footsoldier moves to avenge his partner, (6+1 vs. 2) and cuts the Vice Lord across the throat. The Vice Lord drops his gun, making a gurgling sound as he crumbles.
That's two Vice Lord assailants killed, but a footsoldier has been gravely wounded and Berk is still outside the alley with an injured ankle. In addition, the gunshots are likely to have attracted attention. Trent can't ever catch a break, can he?'
Meet up with the footsoldiers, calling them if needed. Enjoy the game. Meanwhile, consider options to make money for the syndicate. Do we have drugs on the street yet? How about expanding our protection racket?
Dave meets his footsoldiers at the stadium, as they greet him warmly and shove a drink into his hand. The game is well on his way. At this time, Dave ponders future options for the Syndicate. He's aware that Ryan is trying to set up some sort of drug distribution. As for the protection racket, it has definite room for expansion, the only issue being that it seems the Vice Lords are moving in, and have already attacked the place once. It will take either smart diplomacy or dismantling of Vice Lord influence in order to expand.
The game finally ends in a close 4-3, though the crowd doesn't seemed please. At first it is just yelling, but then Dave sees fights breaking out. Police rush into the scene. Uh oh.
Explain what we do.
[Persuasion: 4]
"We're a group together out to get rich and powerful, to take our lives back, and we don't care who gets in our way. The Syndicate is the future."
"Okay. Can we check out your crib?"
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After some speak, Blake and his attorney proceed into a nearby courtroom. Inside, it is already filled. To the side, Blake spots Imari and Q both sitting at chairs, restrained in hand-cuffs.
The City of Licheville VS. Blake Jessop
Prosecuting Attorney: Clement O'Harris (Law Skill: 4)
Defense Attorney: Hector Donovan (Law Skill: 3)
Judge: Alex Oglethorpe
The judge bangs his gavel. "Order! The courtroom is now in session. Sir Donovan, how does your client plead?"
Hector rises from his seat. "
Not guilty! My client is the rightful owner of the establishment and was coerced by the previous defendants present today!" The audience gasps, what a twist! Imari glares at Blake hatefully, while Q stares at him with a cold, unmoving gaze.
The judge nods. "Sir O'Harris, you make take the stand." Donovan sits down, as Clement stands up, walking to the designated spot. He clears his throat, (Law: 1) "...I. Er. Accuse Blake Jessop. Of....what were the charges again?"
Hector leaps up, "
Objection! The prosecution sucks!" (Hector vs. O'Harris: 4 vs. 3+1) O'Harris responds, "Woah, give me a chance to get my bearings straight!" The judge shakes his head, "Objection overruled."
O'Harris continues, "Now then..." (Law: 5+1) "I have evidence which shows that Blake Jessop was indeed a consenting and even enthusiastic part of operations! Exhibit A." The prosecutor pulls out a recorder. "This was present on one of the undercover policemen slain during the raid." The full conversation between Blake and the cop is played out, including Blake very clearly stating,
"What does my race matter? I am the owner of this warehouse and also do a lot Imari does I just lack the contracts, but no matter the race, you do not want to cross any of us." The jury and audience begin to murmur. Hector leaps up, (Law: 3+1) "My client only said that in order to protect himself from being harmed by his coercers!" O'Harris points a finger at the defense, "
Objection! The defense attorney is a dirty cunt!" (6+1 vs. 1+1) Oglethorpe nods, "Objection sustained. Shut up Donovan." Donovan sits down, as he gets jeer and boos from the entire courtroom. O'Harris goes into a speech, (Law: 6+1) concerning the evils of Blake Jessop and his companions. His histrionics drive everyone in the room to near tears as he finishes.
Oglethorpe wipes a lone tear from his eye, "The prosecution may rest. Sir Donovan, you may take the stand. Good luck." Hector takes the stand, and goes for some last-ditch maneuvers. (Law: 2) "My client is mentally ill! He has no ability to control himself, therefor, he can not be charged on criminal grounds!" O'Harris roars, "
OBJECTION! The defendant has no record or evidence of mental illness! (2+1 vs. 6+1) "Objection sustained." Oglethorpe shakes his head, "Now Donovan, do you have anything worthwhile to say." The defense attorney stays silent for a few moments, (Law: 2+1) "Well, there's no evidence for the full range of actions assumed by my client. Please take that into consideration. The defense rests."
As Blake reflects on what the hell just happened, the jury is led into another room. In a few minutes, they come back. One of them stands, "Sir Oglethorpe, we have reviewed the charges..."
Distribution and Sale of Illicit Narcotics: GUILTY
Distribution and Sale of Illicit Firearms: GUILTY
International Smuggling: NOT GUILTY
Resisting Arrest: GUILTY
Conspiracy: GUILTY
"Blake Jessop, you are hereby sentenced to a prison sentence of <42 Turns>.
Amari Boggard, you are hereby sentenced to a prison sentence of <50,000 Turns>.
Quarian Lee, you are hereby sentenced to <Life in Prison>.
All of you may have one final phone call to whomever you wish, before you are sent off to the Licheville County Correctional Facility. Court dismissed."
As he bangs his gavel, Blake sees Donovan run for the exit door. Imari and Q glare at him even harder as they are led away. The guard from before walks up to Blake, "So, you want to ring up someone or not?"
Gang Skills:
Firefighting: 1
Territory:
Strip Mall - Extortion: $500, 5 Turns (Turn 4/5) (7 Footsoldier Protection)
Warehouse - Supply Center, valued at $10,000. (5 Footsoldier Protection) <Under Police Control>
Tenement - Production & Dealing (Via Warehouse)
Base: The Pub
Damage: None
Base Assets:
Misc.:Broken Wine Racks, Tables, Old Ceiling Fans, Secret Underground Cavern System, Plastic Chairs
Electronics: 8 Cellphones, 3 Laptops
Weapons: 1 Pistol, 2 Shotguns, Uzi, 6 Wooden Knives, 3 Flip Knives
Storage: Small Safe ($470)
Vehicles:
(Nearby garage)
1 Van
1 Moving Truck
1 Pickup Truck
Old Sedan (Engine Upgrade)
Prisoners: 3 Cobardi (1 Guard)
Total Funds: $1886
Bosses: 7
Dragons: 0
Knights: 7
Notable Knights;
Berk (4 Melee, 1 Blades) [Apprentice - Trent]; Ankle Wound: Shot
Doug (3 Driving) [Apprentice - Dave]
Mal (3 Firearms) [Apprentice - Aaron]
Paul & Sean (3 Mugging, 1 Brawling) [Apprentice - Mason]
Jonah (3 Melee) [Apprentice - Mason]
Fyfe (3 Medic, 1 Meth Cooking) [Apprentice - Ryan]
Footsoldiers: 28 (15 at Level 1 Melee & 1 Gun, 8 at Level 1 Knife, 3 at Level 2 Melee & 1 Knife, 2 at Level 2 Knife, 8 At Level 1 Melee)
Notable Footsoldiers;
Zet (2 Club, 1 Sub-Machine Guns)
Peasants:
7 Strip Mall Shop Owners
14 Dock Workers
Dave Green (Doomblade187)
Inventory: Combat Knife, Toolbox, Old Cellphone, Scrap Metal
Skills: 4 Vehicle Mechanic, 1 First Aid, 3 Knives, 1 Brawling
Health: Fine
Aaron Bradley (Greenstarfanatic)
Inventory: $128, Boxing Gloves, Deck of Cards, 6 Lockpicks, PSP, 4 PSP Games, 4 Jewelry Pieces, Laptop, Switchblade, Lighter, Unopened Bag of Cheetos, Credit Card, Silver Watch, 3 Rings, Cell Phone
Skills: 5 Melee, 1 Persuasion, 1 Lockpicking, 2 Shotgun, 1 Conning
Health: Fine
Mason Johnstone (anailater)
Inventory: Suit, Pistol, 1 Box of Matches, Bike Chain, Bottle of Pain Killers
Skills: 4 Lockpicking, 1 Charisma, 1 Science, 3 Brawling, 1 Pistol, 1 Running
Health: Fine
Trent McGrath (Gravehaunter92)
Inventory: 2 Switchblades, Spray Paint Can, 5 Lockpicks, Trash Bag, Bandanna
Skills: 4 Blades, 1 Stealth, 2 Graffiti
Health: Fine
Ryan Jones (MonkeyHead)
Inventory: Clothes, Backpack with Lab Safety Gear, Pistol, Stash of Narcotics, 50 H.I.E.
Skills: 4 Applied Science, 1 Brawling, 1 Medic, 1 Pistol
Health: Fine
Blake Jessop (ScriptWolf)
Inventory: First Aid Kit, 3 Painkillers, Snub-Nose Revolver, Monkey Wrench
Skills: 4 Explosives, 1 Electronics, 1 Combat Medic
Health: Fine
Thomas Marshall (Playergamer)
Inventory: $470, Swiss Army Knife, Cellphone, Pistol, Small Safe, 3 Ski Masks
Skills: 4 Persuasion, 1 Bluff, 1 Bribe
Health: Fine
Thomas Freedom (Persus13)
Inventory: Driver's License, Taxi License, Taxi Key, Wallet ($6), Cell Phone, Pocket Knife, Crucifix Necklace, Pistol
Skills: 4 Driving, 1 Firearms, 1 Negotiation
Health: Fine
Joe Micheal Madena (Patrick Hunt)
Inventory: Old Phone, Tablet Computer, Neck Chain w/ Ring, $80
Skills: 4 Charisma, 1 Computer Science, 1 Accounting
Health: Fine
I rushed this chapter a bit, mainly to do Blake's court sentencing. Look's like he ended up in the Phoenix Wright Courthouse of all places.Man, I feel bad for him. His attorney was a fucking loser.
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