Chapter 166 Threaten at Dinner

Chapter 166 [Threat at Dinner] (Part I) "... That's the way it is. I hate wasting time. Everyone's time is precious.

So I think that there is still some time before dinner. We might as well finish the matter first, and then I will invite you to taste the authentic Italian spaghetti." When Gao Qi spoke, the palms of his hands were intertwined and his eyes looked at me: "I'm very interested in your current film company.

And the movie you are investing in now, through some channels, I think that you may be short of funds.

And I hope to invest."

That's it.

To my surprise, Gao Qi unabashedly said his intention and purpose as soon as he came up.

No disguise, no detour... In the same way, there is no chance for me to be sloppy! I took a deep breath and felt that the other party was looking at me.

His eyes were not aggressive, but on the contrary, they made people feel very peaceful... But after this peace, I smelled a trace of danger.

The atmosphere in the room was already very solemn, but at this moment, I was silent and felt a little depressed.

The hammer stood behind me, and Gao Qi's men also stood on the side.

Unlike me, some of his men have holsters under their ribs, while others have pistols under their waists in their suits - and they don't hide this.

"Mr. Gao Qi."

I carefully chose to use respectful words, and then slowly smiled: "Are you also interested in the film industry?" He smiled, and then his eyes floated to the movie screen intentionally or unintentionally, and said lightly, "Our family has never been inseparable from movies."

I immediately said, "Hmm.

I know this.

The film "The Godfather" should tell the story of Mr. Gampino's legendary experience.

But I remember that the black... family should have mastered several film companies.

If you want to plan a film, with your funds and strength, you should have more opportunities than me.

I almost said the word " mafia" just now.

Because in the United States, mafia members are very disgusted with people calling them "mata", because they think it is an unrespectful name.

Even in the 1970s, the mafia was able to make a parade of 100,000 people! In this way of demonstration, the U.S. government was forced to compromise. From now on, the Attorney General is not allowed to mention the discriminatory word "mafia" in public! Instead, only the word "black" can be said.

How awesome this is! He smiled, as if he didn't notice that I almost made a mistake in my words just now, but said inadvertently, "Oh.

Do you mean MGM? Those idiots actually sold it to the Japanese.

But that's about the Kromp family in New York, which has nothing to do with me.

Although I still have some influence on Paramount's board of directors... No one will think there are few opportunities for you to make money.

I can't help but be speech-sed.

This guy actually said such a despicable thing so high-soundingly. He didn't even have any hint or cover-up, which directly showed that he just didn't want to miss the opportunity to make money.

I thought for a moment, but I decided to avoid this topic first. At the same time, I pretended not to hear what he said, and laughed and said, "Indeed, everyone likes the opportunity to make money.

But to my surprise, I can see you here.

I know that the power of your family should be in New York.

A smile flashed in his eyes, as if he could see my intention.

didn't expose it, but said slowly, "You're wrong. In fact, the Gambino family has been investing in movies, and in Hollywood, we also have our own power."

Then, he waved his hand gently, pointed around the room, and smiled, "Do you know who this manor belongs to first?" I shook my head.

"This manor first belonged to the great Mr. Carlo Gambino! The greatest godfather in our family.

Gao Qi said it in a plain tone, which immediately made me feel a sense of awe! I couldn't help looking around the room.

The thick red curtains, ancient fireplaces, red bricks, black iron fences, thick cashmere carpets... All of this actually belong to the greatest godfather in history?! You see, this manor was built in the 1960s.

Gao Qi seems to be very interested in saying this: "Mr. Gambino is very interested in movies. He believes that it is not only an art of sound and light, but also an excellent public relations tool!" Oh, I think I've heard of this.

I nodded and said sincerely, "On this point, I admire Mr. Ganbino's foresight.

Indeed, in those years, from the 1960s to the 1970s, several mafia families in the United States fought frequently, violent bloodshed, the whole society's security was severely affected, the mafia's criminal words were notorious, and the people talked about the mafia! The public opinion of the whole society is extremely unfavorable to the mafia! If it is a group that is hated and extremely hated by people of all classes, it will be a very dangerous signal.

Because it may cause attacks and suppression from all strata of the whole society. If the government makes up its mind, there will be no room for us to live.

Gao Qi said lightly, "So, the great Mr. Gampino was determined to change this situation.

And the movie The Godfather was born in such a background.

There is no doubt that the godfather film has a high artistic achievement.

But this does not hide the film's deliberate beautification of the mafia.

"However, I remember that it seems that this movie was planned by Mr. Crombo in New York... Is all this actually out of Mr. Gambo?" This is an anecdote.

Because according to the history of gangs I know, the godfather was planned by another famous crime master, Cromp, in the history of the mafia and the same era as Gampino, to improve the reputation of the mafia.

Gao Qi was not sure, but he did not deny it. He just smiled mysteriously and said to himself, "I was a child at that time, but I was once honored to come here to attend a birthday party held by Mr. Gampino.

I still remember that night, in this room, I sat next to Mr. Gampino and watched this movie together. Although I had seen it several times before that, that time was unforgettable in my life.

[Kiss of Heaven] I couldn't help sighing.

Watching a movie with the legendary gangster godfather Gampino... As a gangster now, I can't help but envy this kind of experience.

Really, I really envy it.

"Actually, Mr. Gambino built this manor here a long time ago. Occasionally, he will come here to live for a few days to deal with some of the business of Hollywood film companies... You see, our family has always had a tradition of investing in movies."

Gao Qi's words turned the topic back to the movie: "And now, I have inherited all this.

New York business, every winter, I come here to live, and New York business is handed over to my brother.

When I live here, every Friday night, I choose to stay in this room and watch a movie alone, sometimes the first episode of the godfather, and sometimes one of the other two episodes.

I nodded: "Well, I know that your family has always paid attention to tradition."

At this time, Gao Qi looked at a heavy pendulum clock in front of the wall, and then casually pulled a rope next to his sofa.

With a crisp bell, a moment later, there was a knock outside the door, and then a waiter pushed a dining car in.

On the dining car, there is a bottle of 1982-old "Rafi".

Gao Qi poured half a glass of red wine for himself, and then poured half a glass for me: "This is also one of our traditions... In fact, it's good to drink a little red wine before dinner."

He raised the glass and motioned to me. I immediately picked up the glass, touched him gently, and then drank it all.

Gao Qi tasted the red wine calmly. After a while, he swallowed it, and then he stood up - when he stood up, I found that he was very short, only 170 centimeters at most.

This is very rare among Caucasians, especially Italians.

"Okay, it's time for dinner. I think we can talk while eating."

Dinner is in a very medieval-style restaurant. There is a long dining table with a silver candlestick in the middle. There is no light in the room, and it is all candlelight! Dark tablecloths, beautifully carved chairs, everything looks so old.

And the Godfather of Gaoqi invited me to dinner, which was also very simple.

A croissant, a soup, a fried foie gras, and a plate of pasta that is said to be authentic.

During the meal, he didn't say a word to me again, but seriously solved the food in front of him. Finally, he even broke the bread and dipped it in the tomato sauce in the leftover pasta on the plate. It was not until the plate was wiped clean by the bread that the napkin wiped the corners of his mouth.

In the process of dining, there were only two of us in the room, and it was very quiet.

The hammer has long been taken out by his men.

In such a large restaurant, the lights are dim.

At the long table, the two of us sat at each other.

When I was holding a silver knife in my hand, I looked at Gao Qi opposite me. He looked so calm, so gentle... so fragile! I can't even think of an idea in my mind... If I shoot out the knife in my hand now, I'm at least 80% sure that I can shoot through his throat!