Snippet #2821909

The morning dragged on longer than Theo was willing to admit. Setting up the bait for Mayor St. Claire and his men was top priority. Now that they had the information they needed, it was important that they moved quickly. The ball was in the dynasty's court now, and Theo had all the means to make the first move, yet found himself unbearably distracted. He'd made it to the base around eight in the morning, making sure to call Jake in the moment he arrived. Common sense told him to focus on business, but today was an odd day for Theo. His logically thought out plans for the day seemed to slowly be taking the back burner. "Morning boss. Looking sharp as usual." Though the phrase sounded like his best friend, the tone in which it was said was still unfamiliar. A acknowledging hmm left Theo's lips as he pulled himself away from his desk. A beat of silence took the room as Theo gestured for Jake to have a seat. The evident confusion that framed the older man's features slowly morphed into realization as his eyes watched Theo take a seat across him him. The boss persona subsiding momentarily, giving way to a worried friend.

"Theo-"

"I'm not allowing you to leave until you explain, so I suggest you start from the beginning." Though his words could be interpreted as threatening, the tinge of worry rid them of all malice. Jake's fingers idly drummed against the armrest of the chair as his nervous gaze scavenged the room, perhaps in order to avoid Theo's piercing stare. After a couple of drawn out seconds, a sigh of defeat left Jake's body, his shoulders visibly relaxing into the plush seat. "He told me he needed to talk to me about something important." the explanation began as Jake's body leaned forward, elbows resting against his knees."We met up. He said..." the pause seemed to drag on almost too long, as if Jake were processing the conversation all over again. "He said 'Jake...I love you. Please be my wingman.'" the heartbreak that rose up with Jake's words almost brought Theo to his feet, his mind already paging through the countless curse words he would be throwing at Salvi later. "I thought...I thought he was going to say something else." Theo's index fingers gently massaged his temples as he muttered a bloody hell. He lifted his gaze towards Jake again, taking in his expression. He seemed warn out. As if he were tired of being tired. "What did you say?" the pause that followed was enough of an answer for Theo. Jake's words simply confirmed. "I said sure...why not?" Theo's next response was promptly interrupted by a steady knock at the door. Parker walked in after announcing himself, nodding once towards Jake. Theo dismissed the two, forcing the conversation with Jake to sit on the sidelines as he returned to his desk.

Minutes turned into hours, and before long, it was time to meet up with Victor and his informant. Theo had debated waiting for calling for Jake, but after their morning chat, he decided the guy needed a break. He'd told him to take the rest of the day off, and instead asked Parker to act as his second bodyguard for the night. He and Salvi insisted on driving Theo, but that would hinder the young boss' plans for after the meeting. Instead, he asked them to tail his motorcycle as they rode to his chosen meeting spot. It was the first day since the beginning of autumn that the weather allowed for a bike ride, and Theo chose to take advantage of it. He'd made sure to dress warmly enough to fight the chilled winds, while still maintaining professionalism. He only hoped that Victor had brought along a jacket.

About ten minutes after their arrival, Max and Aaron announced they were on the way. The emptied night club had been scrutinized and meticulously scanned from top to bottom to ensure there were no surprises. Theo had done his research beforehand, scoping into the lives of anyone associated with the Boston police and its' chief in command. He had an inkling of who would be walking through the door with Victor, and the moment they did, it as confirmed.

"Hector Fieldings." Theo's voice was kept low, his dark gaze watching the newcomer's every movement. "Pleasure to have finally met you."