As Renato had expected, Luca arrived at the Bastione casino that same night. Renato had given very clear instructions.
Luca was to be searched thoroughly before he was let in. So when Luca entered, Renato was relaxed.
He sat in his office. Two armed men stood on either side of him. Luca stepped into the room.
His face was unreadable, his body still. Renato laughed.
"Luciano Genovese…Man. I didn't think it would be this easy."
"You want me," Luca said. "You have me."
"I haven't quite been able to understand it," Renato said. "A grown man with a nanny." His mouth twisted with mocking amusement. "Come on. Explain it to me."
"I'd think you'd offer me a seat first," Luca said.
Even standing weaponless in Bastione territory, he managed to sound bored.
Renato grinned, spreading one hand in exaggerated courtesy. "Oh, please, please. Pardon my manners."
