Great story, Mac. Very enjoyable reading!!!
Money very well spent!! And it never hurts to make friends with powerful people in faraway places. Even the Mafia. I don't think you had any reason at all to be afraid, since you had comported youself in a commendable manner, and had no reason to believe that anyone might mean you harm!
P.S. I also found the Black Rain reference to be a very nice touch.
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LOS is warm, soft, smooth, and brown.
