The man offered a small smile at that, holding his hand out to the side for Gil. “That's good. You have to like games to get along with our lot,” Enrique said. He let the other man rise from his seat, reaching into his pocket as he did so.

He retrieved his wallet, opening it and taking out a few bills, placing it on the table. It was far more than what Gil's bill would be, a generous sum made up of a stack of $50 bills. He smiled kindly at the waitress as she returned, looking down at the table. “Unfortunately, we're leaving a bit early, but feel free to keep the change.” Her eyes drifted to the table she had been attending, eyes widening in shock as she noticed the money he had put down. She turned her head back up to the two, but they were already leaving the diner by the time she did, exiting into the sunlight once more.

Enrique pulled out his sunglasses from his pocket, placing them on. He walked forward a few steps before stopping in front of a dark blue sedan, the car looking as impressive as the suit worn by the man. Opening the back seat door, he gestured for the Gil to enter.

Once he was seated, the stranger took his own seat in the front seat, starting the car up and beginning to pull out. “It won't be a long drive. We'll be heading to meet my employer while we wait for the other invitees to arrive,” he explained, glancing back through the rearview mirror.

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Nico was quick, reaching out and grabbing her upper arm as she started to move past him. An apologetic look crossed his features briefly, but then he returned to his bored expression. “Unfortunately, I cannot. I will, however, offer to drive you as close to your destination as I can,” he replied. “You'll get there faster and, if you don't like the sound of my deal by the time we stop, you get out and leave. I believe, however, you will prefer what I have to offer you over your current...living situation.” He glanced up towards her apartment before returning his gaze to her.

“So, what do you think? Give me the chance to explain? I'm on a time limit too and you're not the only one I need to visit today.”