Grand Theft Auto IV

THE COUSINS BELLIC (#rb01) ---



Dave   Daddy's back, you bitches... Daddy's back, you bitches! Niko   Dave, come on. [knocking on door] Come on Dave. Hossan Niko? What are you doing? Niko   Dave is not coming. Hossan Ah, ignore him. Come on we got to get this thing ready before we dock. [Hossan and Niko climb up a ladder to a higher deck.] Hossan Let's go. Here, pass me that. There. Whooh yeah! There she is...       Liberty City. Niko   Yeah. Hossan You ever been? Niko   No. Hossan  Crazy place, Niko. Niko   What you going to do? Hossan I might come back on board... or I might try to make a go of it. Like they say, it is the land of opportunity. I always wanted to make it       big... own a nice place, get a dog, a house... live the dream! Niko   Like my cousin. Hossan Oh yeah? Niko   Yes - he's got the lot - house, women, cars, parties... he writes me in       these wild emails, and after I got into trouble, I thought maybe uh... and then I got this gig, and I spend the next seven months with you fine people and I forget... After the war finished, I couldn't get a       job, nobody could... so I, uh, did some dumb things and got involved with some idiots... Hossan Ahh, we all do dumb things... that's what makes us human. Niko   Could be. [They leave the boat and Niko waits for his cousin, Roman.] Roman  Niko! My cousin! I can't believe it! You're here! Niko   Hey! Roman  Welcome to America! Niko   [translated] Good to see you, cousin. Roman  What? Niko   Good to see you, man - what, you forget our language? Roman  Uhhh... [translated] cabbages? Maybe a little. I've been here 10 years! You can speak English. Remember, we learned off the English girls with the big... Niko   Hey, a little... not so good. Roman  Ahh, you'll be fine. Better than my Serbian. So good to see you cousin. I can't believe you made it! Ha! Shit... I have to tell you I had quite a night last night. Two women! The land of opportunity. I've made it! [stumbling around] Shit, man, I'm still a touch drunk. Niko   A touch? Roman  My cousin is here! Niko   Woah! Roman, Roman, come on, come on, relax. Roman  We're going to rule the world! Work 1 Yeah, yeah, whatever, buddy. Just take over the world someplace else, alright? Work 2 Yeah, buddy! Take off! Work 1 You're in the Goddamn way. Roman  Screw you... screw you all! Work 2 Hey, come on, man! Roman  My cousin is here! Niko Bellic! He's the fucking man, bitches! Niko   Roman, come on, let's go... to the mansion, eh? Roman  Yes, the mansion! Whoa. [stumbles] Maybe you should drive... Niko   Maybe I should. Roman  Okay! Niko   Okay. Hey is this a cab? Where's the sports car? Roman  Err, it's in the shop... come on!

Roman  Drive us to our place on Mohawk, it's just up the road. I'll let you know when we're there.



Niko   Why don't you show me around the city? Roman  Fucking terrorists. Niko   What? Roman  Terrorists. There's been a big scare and you can't go across the bridges so good. You, without a visa, I would stay in Broker. Fuck it, stay in Hove Beach. Everyone like us does. Niko, you ever had two women at once? Four big titties to be playing with? [translated] I thought I       had died and gone to heaven, man. Niko   [translated] I can't prove that I have. Roman  Cousin, it's been too long... you should have come out earlier. Think of all the girls you've been missing out on! Niko   Our country has women too. Roman  Yes, but only locals. Here we have white, black, the Puerto Ricans and the Asians, Europeans on vacation, scared Canadians, bored housewives from the Midwest - every possible choice. The city is like a big Uder Milken Ice Cream shop: thirty-six flavors of titty. Hove Beach is our little corner of Eastern Europe. Niko   [translated] What a charming image. Hove Beach, next to the docks. Immigrants here do not make it very far from the boats they come in on. Roman  No, everyone seems happy where they are. It reminds them of the Black Sea or something - people leave home to hang around the people they ran away from, [translated] very odd. Is just temporary for us though. Our sights are set for the top. Mansions in Berchem, penthouse in       Algonquin... a model on each arm - me and my cousin Niko, rulers of the world!

Roman  We are passing the cab office, Niko. This is the business that will take us to the top of the pile.

Niko   This is the mansion? Roman  Just a temporary place. The mansion is coming, cousin. That's the dream... follow me.



Roman  Come in, come in! Make yourself at home... what's mine is yours! [stamps on cockroach] Got him! Little bastard. If he paid some rent I       wouldn't care. [wiping off shoe] Oh... shit... oh, that's not nice. Ah, cousin, it's so good to see you! Yeah! Hmm... [drops down on bed] Shit... well, I needed to change anyway... So! Niko   So... Roman  So... Niko   So, you full of crap, or what? Roman  What? Niko   Where's luxury condo? Where's sports car? Where's Barbara with big titties and Stephanie who sucks like a vacuum? Roman  What you talking about? Niko   In your letters to my mother, in your letters to me... all I hear about is Mr. Big, Mr. Roman, living the American dream. Sports cars, condos, women, money, the beach... opportunity! I come here, and the only thing big about your life is the cockroaches. Roman  That's right. I got the best cockroaches, I got the best dirt! Niko   Screw you, you idiot! Roman  Okay, I'm an idiot, but you must admit I have the best line in bullshit you ever heard. Niko   Yeah, this I know. Asshole. Roman  But here, all I needed was one good guy. One good guy, I could do well. Not take over the world, but do okay. Now, maybe I have this. But what about you? What about you, cousin? Niko   What? What about me? Roman  Well... why you leave home after all this time? First, I hear you're       running around with the wrong kind, then I hear you joined the merchant navy, now you're here. You never tell me anything. Niko   Huh. No. Roman  What do you mean no? Niko    No, I never tell you anything. Another time. Roman  Oooh, mystery man... strange and exotic sailor! What happened? Did your captain make you pregnant? Niko   Screw you! No, no, it's nothing like that. The ships were fine. It was before that, two things. You remember, during the war... we did some bad things and bad things happened to us. War is where the young and stupid are tricked by the old and bitter into killing each other. I was very young, and very angry. Maybe that is no excuse... Roman? Roman! Are you sleeping, you fat fuck? Come on! Roman  Huh! No! No way! What's the time? Shit... I've got to get the cab back. It's on a shift. [drinks coffee, spits it out] Oh, Jesus! Tastes like a       rat shat in it... Niko   Roman... Roman  Niko, I've got to run, come meet me at the cab office. Niko   Jesus... what? Roman  It's easy. Out the door, turn left, then the first left at the diner... Niko   What are you talking about? I don't... Roman  go down one block and turn right on Iroquois... Niko   I'm new here... Roman  then walk all the way down and we're right there on the left of the corner of Cisco Street. Niko   What are you talking about, man? Roman  It's really flash. We got lots of titties and some incredible motors...       Niko. Give me a hug. Good to have you here cousin... I've got something for you. [phone rings] Oh, damn... damn, damn, damn! [to phone] Yes, Vlad, sorry, forgive me, okay, no... no. Please don't cut my cock off, eh? Oh, okay, bye... yes, no, uh, okay.

--- IT'S YOUR CALL (#rb02) ---



Roman  [to radio] Come on, big guy - either do some work or get out of here. We don't need jokers. Radio  Screw you. Roman  [to radio] Screw you! [to Mallorie] Baby... when I look into your eyes, it means something. I see little Romans, I see little Mallories, I see stars, I see angels. In my homeland we have a saying... Radio  Yeah, we got one too. You're a fag! Roman  Shit... [drops the radio] Mal    Jesus, Roman, you fuckin' idiota. How can I take you seriously? Niko   [enters] Very difficult, I think... Hello, Roman! Hello, Miss... Roman  Mallorie, this is my cousin I tell you about, Niko... Mal    Hi. Roman  Niko, this is Mallorie, the beautiful girl I tell you about... See? Not everything I tell you was bullshit. Mal    I bet most of it was. Roman  Hey! Mal    I hope you're less full of shit than your cousin over here. Niko   Thank you. Roman  This is the woman that I'm going to marry! Mal    Huh! Whatever you say. Vlad   [enters] I thought you were going to marry me, baby? Mal    Hey, Vlad. Roman  Hey... Vlad... great! You're fuckin' crazy, man. Vlad   You should lose a few pounds - otherwise this beautiful lady is going to leave you. Roman  I know... I'm a fat prick, what can I do? Vlad   Pay your debts? Roman  I... I will do man. We spoke of this. Vlad   No, we didn't speak. You spoke then you say your phone out of       batteries. You treat me like a bitch. Roman  Never! I'd treat you like an idiot, not a bitch, eh? Vlad   I guess it's true... the beautiful women do like the guys with the funny sense of humor. Ho ho. I'm laughing. Roman  I'll get you the money. Vlad   I know. And Roman... tell this fucking yokel here if he doesn't stop staring at me, I'll have his head chopped off and put a film of it on       the internet! [exits] Mal    Ouch... Roman  Ah... all good... great... Mal    Hah! Yeah, fantastic! Look, say what you like, but at least that guy knows how to speak to a lady. Roman  Yes, he's all charm. Come on Niko, let's go. Darling... I'll see you later. I've got to take my cousin around some more, get him settled...



Roman  Niko, you're driving us to a hardware store on Dillon Street.



Niko   Doing some home improvements, Roman? You going to build this mansion you tell me about? Roman  No, funny guy - we going to get money. In America you need money to do       anything. You're taking me to a backroom game where I'll win all the dollars we need to really see this town. Nightclubs... women...       titties... Niko   You can play, right? [translated] You are good at this game? Roman  I am the best. I kick all the asses that play me. They call me the Janitor. Niko   Because you can't pay your debts and they make you mop the floor? [translated] Incredible. Roman  Funny. No! I'm the Janitor because I always clean up. I always win, get it? Niko   The Janitor. Sure. I seriously hope your cards are better than your nicknames. Roman  Only problem is I'm playing with some money I'm meant to give to these Albanian scumbags. Here's hoping they don't show up, eh? Niko   We got loan sharks after us? [translated] Roman? What's going on? Roman  After me, and it doesn't matter anyway. When I've played this game I'll       have enough money to pay them back ten times. [translated] They're       wimps anyway.



Niko   Why are we going to this hardware store? You need to buy something? Roman  No, the business shut down a long time ago. We go there because some guys are playing cards. I'm going to take them for everything they have. Niko   I have the feeling only thing you will come out of there with is more debt. [translated] Has always been that way with you, Roman. Roman  No, no, this is my game that they play. I have read all the books. You know Car Jabowitz? Niko   No. Roman   He on TV whole time. The Buffet Car? Come on. Anyway, I read this book, 'May Contain Nuts.' Niko   What does this mea... contain nuts? Roman  It's about making other players think, you have best cards, make them think you have the nuts in your hand. Niko   If you have their nuts in your hand, I believe they will know about it        anyway. Roman  Stupid question, stupid question. You just need know that I read book and I am very good at game. And I'm going to win lot of money for us.

Roman  Niko, wait for me here while I go inside to clean up. Shit, I almost forgot. I'm giving you my old phone, my new number's in there. [Roman hands the phone over to Niko.] Roman  Call me if some Albanians show up in some shitty beige Willard. Those are the guys I owe money to. Do not hurt them, I know what you're like, Niko Bellic. Niko   You and your debts, Roman. [translated] Always the same. Never change.



Niko   It's all quiet out here Roman, you winning? [translated] Please say yes. Roman  Don't worry I'm getting so many bullets it's like I'm an AK. [translated] We're cool.



Niko   [to self] And this must be the loan sharks. Dardan That is his cab, the fat Roman must be in here.



Niko   Cousin - two guys are going in the store. I think they are the loan sharks you speak of. Roman  Shit, I'm down. Niko   You better get out of there. Roman  Alright, alright I'm coming.





Roman  Shit, Niko, it's them, they must have been told I was here. Dardan You are in much trouble, Bellic. Roman  Please don't hurt the men after us, cousin. They hate me enough as it       is. Get us back to the depot, quick! Niko   Alright cousin, I'll lose them. [translated] Not so tough now. Roman  Just like the old days, eh? Niko   In the old days we were dodging bombs, not loan sharks. Roman  Just drive. Leave the funny comments to me.



Roman  Quick, you take us back to the cab depot. That is Dardan. Dardan You are in much trouble, Bellic. Roman  Remember, do not hurt the loan sharks. The debt will just increase. Niko   Dardan is your loan shark, yes? Roman  My Albanian loan shark. Niko   Sorry, I forget, there are many of these men you owe money to. Maybe a       few more after this game you just lose.



Roman  Do you think they saw me? Niko   Of course they saw you. I mean - you're a distinctive man Roman. Roman  That is why the ladies love me. Fuck those shylocks, they'll get their money. They just have to wait. Niko   We should stand up to them. [translated] Where is your pride? Roman  Niko, you're new. You don't understand the way things work. Niko   Oh yeah? Roman  We're at the bottom of the ladder man. These thugs push us around. But they are not to be feared. It is the Russians mobsters, Vlad's bosses, that run everything. Be careful of them. Niko   You tell me to behave, Mr. Janitor? If you understand it all, where is       the money? Roman  I lost it this time, but when I go back the last thing they will expect is for me to take everything. Then I really will clean up. Niko   [translated] I will believe when I see, Roman.



Roman  I do not understand it. I do everything I learn on TV. Everything that I read in the books. I do what Car Jabowitz tell me in "May Contain       Nuts." I raise on flop, I ride river, it don't make no sense. Niko   [translated] It don't make no sense to me neither. Roman  Shit, you ain't going to make sense to no people if you keep speaking in that language. Here in Liberty City, we speak English. Get used to       this. Niko   The money, the people, all of this noise around us - there is a lot of        stuff I must get used to here in Liberty City. I think that speaking this language should be the least of my problems. Roman  Sure, I will remind you of that in a few weeks.

Roman  We're here. You like your phone? Maybe one day you get a premium quality one, like mine. Then you will have really made it. Niko   I can only wish. Roman  See you later, cousin.

--- THREE'S A CROWD (#rb03) ---



Shit. Need help. Come to the depot quick, man! Rom

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Niko   Hey Roman, I got your text. Roman  Great, Niko. I've got my hands full at the moment with these charming money lenders I know. Maybe you should come to the cab office and help me out? Niko   I'll see you soon.

<cutscene - at the cab depot office>

Roman  Come on, Dardan, what's your problem? Dardan I don't have problem. You do. [Dardan points a knife at Roman while Bledar smashes his computer monitor.] Roman  Don't be a dick, man... come o... Dardan [choking Roman] Where's your Russian friend now, eh? Roman  He's not my friend... he's my loan shark... Niko   [enters] Stop this. Dardan Who are you? Niko   Get out of here. Roman  Niko... Niko   Yes. [Dardan threatens Niko with a knife and Niko breaks his arm.] Dardan Oh my arm. Oh! Niko   And what about you? Dardan Help me! Help me! [Bledar hops over the desk to help Dardan.] Niko   Come on, asshole! Dardan Bledar! Help me! [The Albanians run out of the depot.] Niko   Get out of here now! And if you come back, I'll kill you! You understand? Roman  You forgot this, you Albanian pricks! [brandishing Dardan's knife] Shit, Niko - what did you do? Niko   He was going to stab me! Roman  Now he's going to kill you! Niko   Fuck him. Roman  Look at this mess. Screwed! Again. You want to know why I'm not living in a nice condo, banging four women? It's because of shit like this. Assholes threatening me. Niko   Shut up! [Roman's phone rings.] Roman  Oh great... Mallorie. [to phone] Hey, beautiful! Huh? Yeah... great. Uh... listen, I'm having a bit of a problem at the office... Umm, I       can't do it - Niko can do it... Huh? Do what? Well why would you want me then? Well screw you, then. [to Niko] Great girl... Can you do me a       favor? Mallorie needs a lift. Can you go pick her up at the Hove Beach subway station? Niko   Yeah... Roman  Take the cab. She's got a friend with her. Maybe someone you can date! Niko   Fuck you. [exits] Roman  Oh man, look at this crap. My computer and everything.

Niko   Get in, ladies. Mal    Hey Niko, thanks for coming. I should have known Roman would find some excuse not to turn up. This is Michelle. Mic    Hi. How are you?

<driving - taking the ladies to Michelle's place - A>

Mic    I live on Rotterdam Hill, up on Mohawk Avenue. You know where that is? Mal    How're you finding America, Niko? Niko   Not exactly what I expected. Mal    Niko, you know what? You need someone to show you a good time. Michelle, how about you? Mic    Mallorie. Stop it! Mal    Come on you guys. You're both single, you're adults. Take her number, Niko. Mic    Hey, I'd like to see you again, Niko. You look like that kind of guy I       want to get to know. Mal    You look like you just jumped off the boat, Niko. Handsome man like you should get some new threads. Mic    I think he looks fine the way he is. Mal    I don't think he even changed out of those things on the journey. How are you going to impress a classy girl like Michelle? Mic    I'm easily impressed. Mal    I know you are, sweetie, and I just don't get it.

<driving - taking the ladies to Michelle's place - B>

Mic    My place is over on Mohawk Avenue. Niko   I can find it. Mal    You're settling in pretty good, aren't you, Niko? You're staying with Roman, he got you a good job and all he needs to do now is find you a       woman... What you think of Michelle here? Mic    Come on, Mallorie. This is embarassing. Are you trying to set us up? Mal    I'm trying to get you two together so Niko will stop taking up all of        Roman's time. Niko   I do not mean to keep Roman away from you. Mal    I know you don't. He just loves you is all. And I think Michelle might too. Mic    Come on. Mal    Alright, but you like him, right? You both like each other so why don't       you just go on a date? It never hurt anyone. Here's her number, Niko. Mic    It sounds like we aren't being given much of a choice on this one. Niko   No, I guess not. Mic    Well, you look like the kind of guy I'd like to get to know, Niko. Mal    He looks like he can't afford to eat. Get yourself some nice clothes. You gotta look good if you're going to date a girl like Michelle. Mic    I don't know, I think he looks... interesting... foreign.

<at Michelle's place>

Mal    Thanks for the lift, Niko. Mic    Yeah, thanks. Gimme a call sometime. Niko   See you soon, Michelle.

<phonecall to Roman - A>

Niko   Cousin, I dropped the girls off. The friend gave me her number, but I       don't think Mallorie likes my clothes so much. Roman  I know just the place for you, it's on Mohawk in Hove. Go and get something a bit more twenty-first century.

<phonecall to Roman - B>

Niko   Roman, I have taken your Mallorie and her friend where they wanted to        go. Michelle gave me her number. Roman  This is a good first step. The next step is to get some clothes that will impress. I know a good place for you on Mohawk in Hove Beach. Get something a bit more American.

<phonecall to Roman - after purchasing some clothes>

Niko   Hey Roman, I got some clothes. It looks like they brought the stuff in       from the Old Country though. Roman  We must take what we can get, When the big money rolls in, then we will look real classy. Anyway, you have Michelle. A classy girl for your arm. You should definitely keep dating her.

--- FIRST DATE (#mk1) ---

<phonecall to Michelle>

Niko   Hey, Michelle, it's Niko. Roman's cousin. Mic    Oh, Hi. How's it going? Niko   Good, I was wondering if you wanted to go out with me sometime? You know, on a date? Mic    Yeah, sure. That could be fun. Yeah, I'd like to get to know you, Niko. Why don't you come over to my place whenever? See you soon!

<phonecall from Michelle - if you wait instead of calling>

Mic    Hey Niko, it's Michelle. We met with Mallorie, Roman's girlfriend. Niko   I remember, what's up Michelle? Mic    I don't normally do this, but I thought you'd be pretty lonely having just moved to Liberty City and all. Niko   You do not normally do what? Mic    You're not making this easy for me, are you? I'm asking you out on a       date. Niko   I am sorry, I am still not used to how things work here in America. A       date would be good. I am getting sick of hanging out with Roman all the time. How about I pick you up from your apartment? Mic    That sounds good. See you soon.

<phonecall from Roman - en route to Michelle>

Roman  Niko, Bledar has me cornered in the courts under the El Train on        Firefly. Niko   What does he want? Roman  I can't think what he could possibly want or why he's be pissed off, can you? Come on guys, let's be reasonable.

<cutscene - at Michelle's apartment>

[Niko knocks on her door.] Mic    Coming... Who is it? Niko   Hey, it's Niko. Mic    Hey... I'm just finishing my hair. Come in. [She opens the door and lets him in.] Niko   Thank you. Mic    I'll be with you in a minute. Niko   Did you just move in? Mic    No... why? Niko   All your stuff is new. Some even still have tags on. Mic    Yeah well... I like things clean. Niko   I can see that... but, er... everything is new. Mic    Yeah. I'm kind of obsessed with cleanliness... things get on my nerves and I just throw them out. OCD or something? Niko   Oh. Mic    So... where you taking me? Niko   Ah... you look good. Mic    Aw, thanks... Niko   I don't know - I'm new here. I thought maybe we could go to the, uh...       funfair. Mic    Yeah, great! Let's go - love the funfair! Actually we call it, um, "carnival" here. Just a little difference. Ah... whoop-de-doo!

<driving - going to the carnival - A>

Niko   So, Michelle, what do you like to do? Mic    What do you like to do? Niko   Come on, I asked you first. Mic    I like to keep active I guess. Sports, working out, things like that. I'd like to know about you though. See the places you hang out. Niko   Yeah, maybe another time.

<driving - going to the carnival - B>

Niko   I feel like I should have been more organized. Had a better plan for our date. What do you like doing? Mic    I just want to get to know you, Niko. See the places you hang out. The people you associate with. Niko   You already know Roman. I don't hang out with anybody else really. Mic    You will, give it some time.

<driving - going to the carnival - chose to rescue Roman first>

Mic    So, Niko, why couldn't you come on the date earlier? What happened? Niko   Roman got himself into some trouble. I had to help him out. Mic    Really? Does Roman get himself into a lot of trouble? Is he involved in       criminal stuff? Niko   Roman? He's made some mistakes, got involved with people he shouldn't       have but really he is a legitimate businessman. Mic    What about you? Niko   I'm just trying to make the right decisions.

Mic    The carnival's closed, Niko. I think some big developers have bought it       or something. There's a bowling alley over on the boardwalk. Why don't       we play a few frames? Niko   Cool. Let's go bowling then.

<driving - heading up to the bowling alley - A>

Mic    Thanks for taking me out. I haven't been on a date for a while. I'm       kind of lonely here. Niko   I though you were doing me a favor by going out with me. Mic    I'm not a local in Liberty City. I came here from somewhere... Niko   Where? Mic    Oh, the midwest. You probably know more people here than me. Niko   More assholes, maybe.

<driving - heading up to the bowling alley - B>

Mic    It's nice to get out of the apartment. Niko   Why's that? You do a lot of work or something? Mic    I'm working the whole time. Sometimes I think all I am is my job. Niko   A lot of people feel that way. It's hard to keep what you do from taking over your life. Mic    You're right there.

<They bowl.>

<returning to Michelle's car>

Niko   So, you don't know many people here in Liberty City. No boyfriends or       husbands or anything? Mic    No, I guess I'm married to my job. Niko   Well, what do you do? Mic    What do you do? Niko   Come on, I asked first... Mic    I work with Mallorie. What do you do, exactly? Niko   You're a hard girl to talk to, Michelle. Mic    I guess you're not used to talking to American women. Niko   I guess.

<driving - returning to Michelle's apartment>

Mic    So what are you doing here in Liberty City, Niko? Niko   What's anybody doing here? I don't know. Mic    I think you do. There must be something that made you leave your home and come here. Niko   Roman's bullshit stories maybe. I just felt like I needed a new start. Mic    There's nothing else about Liberty City? Just Roman? Niko   Maybe there is more to this place, I'm not sure yet

<reach Michelle's apartment>

Mic    That was nice. I'm really interested in seeing you again. Niko   Yeah. That would be good. I'll give you a call. Mic    Please do, Niko. See you soon.

<phonecall from Roman - if you chose to go on the date first>

Roman  Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to protect me from those crazy loan sharks you attacked, Niko. Niko   You shouldn't have borrowed money from them in the first place, Roman. Anyway, I was seeing Michelle. I thought you wanted me to date her? Roman  Not when it means me getting beat up and sent to the hospital. Come and pick me up, cousin. And at least tell me you got her titties out? Maybe then your betrayal would be worthwhile. They were nice titties, yes? Niko   You're an animal, Roman. Nothing can stop you being horny. I'll see you soon.

<pick up Roman from the hospital - if you chose to go on the date first>

Roman  There is the man who chose cooch before his cousin. I hope she was worth it. Will you drive me back to the office, cousin? Argh.

<driving - taking Roman to the depot - if you chose to go on the date first>

Roman  How was she cousin? Tell me how she was. I wondered about Michelle when I first met her. If she was not a friend of Mallorie's it would be me       with the smell of tittie on my breath and you who ended up in hospital. Niko   Firstly Roman, my breath does not smell of titty. Secondly, I don't       think that your loan shark friends could hospitalize me. I can look after myself. Roman  All the more reason why I should have hooked up with Michelle. Everyone would be a winner. Niko   Yes, well, I will not let these men treat you like that again. I'm       sorry for letting you down, Roman.

<reach the depot - if you chose to go on the date first>

Niko   Roman, I apologize again for not being there for you. You have done a       lot for me since I got here. Roman  The choice between some titties and your safety would have been difficult for me as well. Don't worry, Niko. Call me soon.

<phonecall from Roman - if you chose to go on the date first>

Roman  Shit, Niko. Bledar has me trapped again. This is all your fault. Niko   Okay, Roman. I'm not going to let something else get in the way this time. Where are you? Roman  Over on the courts under the El Train on Firefly. Bledar, buddy, you proved your point the first time...

--- BLEED OUT (#rb04) ---

<cutscene - in the courts on Firefly>

Roman  Listen, Dardan is a good friend of mine. It was a misunderstanding...       oh! [Kalem kicks Roman.] Niko   Hey! Bledar [to Kalem] Shit, there he is. Keep on fatboy here, and I'll talk to       him. [to Niko] Our problem's with your cousin. Niko   I told you to stop. Now it's too late.

<Niko beats up both the Albanians, then goes back to Roman.>

Niko   You alright, cousin? Roman  Yeah, fine. Fucking loan sharks, man. If one more of these gangsters tries to... [They spot Dardan outside the courts.] Roman  Speaking of shitheads, here's Dardan. Come on, my car is over there, let's get him. You drive. I don't feel so good.

<driving - chasing Dardan - A>

Roman  These guys think that they're better than me. They think they can fuck me around and beat me up because there are more of them. Not any longer. Me and you, Niko, me and you are going to show them. Fucking Dardan smashing my fucking stuff. Who does he think he is? Just some fucking petty Albanian hood. If I wanted to buy a stolen TV I'd go to       Dardan. Who does he think he's fucking with? Bellic Enterprises, that's       who. We're going to the top, Niko, the top. Niko   For now, let's just try to survive, cousin.

<driving - chasing Dardan - B>

Roman  Ever since I got to Hove Beach, Niko, ever since I arrive here I have been pushed around. Vlad, Dardan, Bledar, even Mallorie push me around. Me and you, Niko, me and you going to be in control from now on. Ain't       going to let no one push us around. Going to stand up to all these pimps and loan sharks from now on. Liberty City won't know what hit it, man. We going to own this town, Niko. Mark the words that are coming out of my mouth.

<Dardan stops his car at the Twitchin's building and runs up a set of stairs.>

Roman  Dardan is stopping, he trying to get away on foot.

<Niko confronts Dardan when he comes to a dead end. He pulls out a knife, but Niko easily disarms and kills him.>

Niko   Shit! I told myself I wouldn't kill anyone in this country!

Niko   Dardan ain't a problem for you no more, cousin. Roman  Nice one, cousin. Drive back to the depot, these bruises are starting to pain.

<driving - going to the cab depot - A>

Niko   These men, these shylocks lick Dardan, they always try to squeeze you for everything. A man in Europe, another Russian... Bulgarin. He live on the Adriatic. Believed I owed him money when I did not. He made my       life impossible. There was no avoiding him. Roman  Did you deal with him like you did Dardan and Bledar? Niko   He had too many connections for that. I had to leave. He is one of the reasons I came here. Roman  And to see your cousin, of course. Niko   Of course. Roman  We will have no more problems from now on, cousin. It is all plain sailing straight to the top for you and me. Niko   We will see if things are that simple.

<driving - going to the cab depot - B>

Niko   What is it? Roman  I think he broke my rib. Man that hurts. Shit. I need a massage. We       should go out and find some ladies, get some massage oil. Niko   What about Mallorie, Roman? You shouldn't stay with her if you want to       have these threesomes. Roman  It doesn't matter. Argh, I think I'm in too much pain anyway. Fuck. Niko   You really are American. You don't even swear in our language. Roman  You say this now, but soon even you will forget about the Old Country. Niko   We shall see. I have reasons to remember it. I saw bad things happen there. You do not know what it is that... Roman  Urghgh... I think it must be two ribs. Those fucking punks. What were you saying? Niko   It doesn't matter.

Roman  Thank you, cousin, I'll see you later.

<text message from Michelle - if you chose to rescue Roman first>

Niko, where did you go? I couldn't find you. Did something important come up? Are you involved with some bad people?

--- EASY FARE (#rb05) ---

<cutscene - at the cab depot office>

Vlad   Come on, hottie, forget about the fat serf. Mal    Vlad! Shut up! [Niko enters] Vlad   But he's a serf, and you're a countess. Talking about serfs... Mal    Oh, hey Niko. Niko   Where's Roman? Mal    Huh. Good question. Vlad   Hey, yokel. Your dumb cousin isn't here. Go get me a coffee. Niko   What? Vlad   Get me a fucking coffee! [Niko stares at him.] Vlad   Come on... I'll get you one... What? You keep staring at me, I'll burst one of your eyeballs. Gorgeous, this guy's a fucking creep! Mal    Give him a break. He's new in the country. Vlad   I can see that. Did you walk here from nineteen eighty five? Niko   Yeah. Vlad   Excellent! Now stop fucking staring at me. I mean, I know I'm good looking and everything, but come on. Roman  [enters] Aah, hey, Mallorie. Hey man! Niko   Hey. Vlad   Huh. About time. Roman  Vlad... Vladdy boy... what's going on? Vlad   Roman! Roman boy... you tell me what's going on. Roman  Nice aftershave! What is that? "Sex Pest"? Vlad   No, it's "Where Is My Fucking Money?" Roman  I had it, I had some of it... then those Albanians you said you would deal with came and smashed my computer. Vlad   So it's my fault? Roman  I didn't say that... Vlad   Good. Roman  Anyway, Niko dealt with them... broke Dardan's arm, then beat up a       couple more. Then we teach them a real lesson. Vlad   Is that so? I'll tell you what... while you don't pay, maybe you and Niko can do me a few favors. Roman  Sure. Vlad   Good. Roman  Why not? Mal    Later, Vlad. [Vlad leaves.] Roman  What? Mal    The phone's ringing. Roman  [to phone] Hey? Yeah.. okay... no, I can't do it; my cousin will do       it... Yes he can drive... No, he's not a cop. His name is Niko. He'll       be right over. [to Niko] Niko, sorry to ask, cousin... can you go pick up Jermaine, one of my regulars? He's over on Rotterdam Hill on Mohawk Avenue. Niko   Whatever. [exits] Roman  What was this all about? Mal    Niko came in looking for you and Vlad told him to get him a fucking coffee and Niko didn't want to. Roman  Coffee? What was he thinking? Mal    I know.

<pick up Jermaine>

Jerm   Thanks for coming. Can you take me over to Masterson Street? Niko   Masterson Street it is, Jermaine.

<driving - taking Jermaine to Masterson Street - A>

Jerm   Shit. I thought Roman was gonna pick me up. I need someone I can trust for this run. Niko   I'm Roman's cousin. If you can trust him, you can trust me. Jerm   Ahh, he told me about you. You're Niko, right? The hotshot lady's man, cruising around the Mediterranean, breaking hearts and making millions? Niko   Yeah, I traded in the yacht for this cab. That's exactly the kind of       bullshit I can imagine Roman making up. You've got to give him credit for his imagination. Jerm   Yeah, you gotta. I had a feeling you sounded too good to be true. The question is, are you willing to get your hands dirty? Niko   My hands haven't been clean for a long time. Being here in Liberty City is just making them dirtier. Jerm   Ok, ok. I've got to pick up some hot parts from my lockup, you down? Niko   I ain't got no problem with that. Just don't tell me if you stole this shit from a hospital or a school for sick kids. My conscience is       troubled enough already.

<driving - taking Jermaine to Masterson Street - B>

Jerm   Where's Roman? Are you a cop? You've got to tell me if you're a cop. That's the law. Niko   Actually, I don't think I would have to tell you if I was a cop. That's       just some bullshit that cops circulate to trick people into doing deals with them. Jerm   So, you're not a cop? Niko   No, I tried to join the LCPD. Jerm   Yeah... Niko   I'm Niko, Roman's cousin. Jerm   Shit, you shoulda told me that. Jesus. You nearly gave me a heart attack. I wouldn't want no cop driving me to pick up a load of hot parts. Niko   You shouldn't have said that, Jermaine. I've grounds to arrest you now. Jerm   Ha ha. That's a joke, right? A funny fucking joke. You should let your cousin stick to the jokes. Making funny don't suit you.

<cutscene - at Jermaine's lockup>

Jerm   That door isn't meant to be open. Wait here while I take a look. [Jermaine gets out to check the garage, and several police cars drive in, sirens wailing.] Jerm   The cops are onto me. Get us out of here! [He gets back in.]

Jerm   That's a weight off my mind.

<driving - taking Jermaine to Gibson Street - A>

Jerm   So, what brings you to Liberty City, Niko? Niko   Roman, I guess, and some other things. I'm looking for something. Jerm   Good luck finding them. How's the hunt been going so far? Niko   It has not really started yet. I'm getting settled in, you know? Roman has had some issues with loan sharks that needed to be resolved. There's this asshole called Vlad who he owes money to as well... Jerm   Good luck with that...

<driving - taking Jermaine to Gibson Street - B>

Jerm   Did you come to Liberty City to drive cabs then? Niko   No, I didn't. Just like every other chump who gets off a boat here, I        thought things might be more exciting. This is just the beginning. It       seems I need to sort out my cousin's life before I can work on my own. Jerm   Oh yeah, what's wrong with Roman's life? Niko   He appears to owe money to half of Hove Beach. I got rid of one group of loan sharks but this asshole, Vlad, he has his hooks into him as       well. Jerm   Roman is lucky to have you here, Niko.

<on Masterson Street>

Jerm   Okay, we're here. Thanks man. Keep looking after Roman, a'ight.

<phonecall to Roman>

Niko   Roman, I got your friend, Jermaine, where he wanted to go. Roman  Good Niko, thanks, thanks... can't talk, see you soon.

--- JAMAICAN HEAT (#rb06) ---

<cutscene - at the cab depot office>

Roman  [to radio] Head into town. I don't give a fuck if the bridge is busy, you're a cab driver! [Niko enters.] Roman  Hey. [to phone] Hello, Roman Bellic Enterprises... No, Mr. Bellic has stepped away from his office, can I take a message? Okay... great...       No, I'm not gay... Yes, I'll... I'll tell him. [to radio] Car seven, head to South Slopes. Come on, where are you, Mohammad? [to phone] Hello, Roman Bellic's offi... [to Niko] Shit. Fucking battery. This is       chaos! Niko   Capitalism is a dirty business. Roman  Yeah... like war? Niko   Not exactly. Roman  No. Maybe not. When you going to tell me properly about what happened? I'm not going to judge you. Niko   Ahh... when you got time. [Another phone rings, Roman hangs it up immediately.] Roman  There, I have time. Niko   Another time. Can I help? Roman  Okay. Yes... go pick up my friend, Little Jacob... he's a good man. Likes to smoke a bit. Look after him. He's on Oneida Avenue in South Slopes. Niko, man, we should talk some time - I'm a good listener. Niko   Whatever, man. [exits] Roman  [to phone] Mohammad, where the fuck are... Oh! Miss Weinstock, no no, not you... what can I do for you today?

<pick up Jacob>

Jacob  Alright breda, forward a Dillon Street, in Schottler.

<driving - taking Jacob to Dillon Street - A>

Jacob  Ya Niko? The one me man Roman's been talking about all this time? Cousin Niko, gonna help Roman take over de world and ting? Niko   I guess so. Jacob  Respect. Alright, alright. We going to this spot where I need ya to       wait for I, seen? I gotta ask ya another favor too. Niko   Go for it. Jacob  Can you take dis piece? Ya hear any ting bad going down, you come and help, sight? Niko   Are you worried about this? I know how to use a gun if you want me to       keep watch on things. Jacob  Realness brother, you are me man Roman's cousin. Thanks, respect. This ras clot had a rukus with me bredren Real Badman de other day. I want to make peace, but jah know what type of shit they might pull off.

<driving - taking Jacob to Dillon Street - B>

Jacob  Alright, alright. Ya me man Roman's cousin, ain't ya? Two of ya going to rule this city and ting, ain't it? Niko   I don't know about that. It seems Roman has enough problems running his own life, let alone the whole city. Jacob  That is fe me breda. Seen, Niko, seen. Can ya do me a favor? You see, Real Badman, me boss man, he get in a fight with these boys and I gots to go down te make peace. They got too fierce and I ain't sure this is       gonna be an easy ting. Can you keep an eye on the meet with I's piece? Niko   This is something I am more equipped to do than drive people around for Roman. Jacob  Righteous. I gonna feel safer with some backup inna de ground.

<at the alley on Dillon Street>

Jacob  Alright. There be a spot up there. Watch out for any badness. Niko   Sure.

[Three men walk in holding guns.] Jacob  What dis? I thought there was only going to be one of yous coming? Badness Jacob, Jacob, Jacob... we have te teach Badman his lesson and ting. Jacob  Shit, Niko. Get these bloodclots. Badness Rhaatid, someone be inna de ground.

<They fight, Niko shoots all three dead. Another man walks out a door on a low rooftop nearby.>

Jacob  Watch yourself, coo pon de other one inna the ground.

<Niko kills him too. They return to the vehicle.>

Jacob  Sorry for maga dog, maga dog turn round bite you. Come here back a'       homebrew cafe.

<driving - taking Jacob to the cafe - A>

Jacob  You a real creation stepper, Niko, righteous wit dat piece. Niko   I have had much experience. Jacob  I tink we could do some work together and tings. Inna the future, ya       know? Niko   I am always looking for work, if it pays. Jacob  Here's me number. Mek we link up soon.

<driving - taking Jacob to the cafe - B>

Jacob  Badman get I an' I in all type of shit you know, Niko. Niko   I have the feeling it will be same story with Roman. He has been the same way since we were very young. Jacob  Ya the type of man who can get out of a rukus, seen? Niko   You look like you can look after yourself as well, man. Jacob  I might have some work for you now Niko. Here's my number.

Jacob  Thanks for everything, ya can keep the piece. I tink ya know fe use it       better than I an' I do. One love.

<phonecall to Roman>

Niko   Roman, I took Jacob where he wanted to go. Driving for you ain't as       boring as I thought it would be. Roman  Jacob is a good man, watching glue dry with Jacob would not be boring. Thank you, cousin.

<phonecall from Roman - later on>

Roman  Niko, now that you've settled into life in Liberty City, I was wondering if you could start to help your cousin with the family business? Niko   I thought all I'd been doing since I got here was helping you out. Roman  You have, you have, but I mean officially. I need more drivers for the cab company. I'll pay you properly. Niko   Okay then. Roman  Just call me whenever you want to take a fare. You can do as many as       you like, Niko. There are always more customers.

--- CONCRETE JUNGLE (#lj1) ---

<phonecall from Jacob>

Jacob  Yo Niko, wha'gwan? Niko   Alright, you know, getting by. Jacob  Yo, me need your help with something, y'know. Will you come to my place on Dillon Street? Niko   Sure, I was looking to branch out a bit anyway. I'll see you soon.

<cutscene - at the entrance to Jacob's apartment>

[Niko buzzes to be let in. They speak through the intercom.] Jacob  Yo... who dat ah ring me bell, star? Who dat? Niko   It's Niko. Jacob  Niko... yeah, me bleach hard last night, ya know? Me soon come yo, just hold on. Niko   What? [Jacob opens the door.] Jacob  Wha' happen, Niko? Niko   Hey. Jacob  Glad fe see de man, ya know. Wha'happen to my man Roman? Niko   Roman? Yeah. He's okay. Jacob  Yeah? Niko   He's still waiting for his big break. Jacob  Big break? Cho, a promise is comfort fe a fool ya know, Niko. The boy have fe creep before him can walk ya know. Niko   Yeah... Jacob  Anyway, let's go for a lickle drive. Come.

Jacob  Yo, me have a deal fe make ya know. We have fe go ah Saratoga Avenue in       Willis. Ya mind taking dis wheel? This herb don't do too well for my       hand an' my eye co-ordination.

<driving - going to Saratoga Avenue - A>

Jacob  Ya sure ya don't want some? Niko   I'm sure. Jacob  You mind I keep the windows closed, keep the ganja inna the car, hot box, seen? Niko   So, what's the deal? Jacob  I'm a buying some Kali off of a new source, ya know? Don't know if it's       all this herb, but, I major paranoid. I don't trust dem. Niko   Who arranged this deal? Jacob  Some harbor shark and his crew. Badman know dem a long time, but I tink dey feisty. And if this goes wrong, I don't know what kinda shit Badman gonna lay upon their door, ya know? Niko   You think this is a set up? Jacob  I don't know, I been smoking hard, you know? It fucks wit me brain a       little, makes me think all type a' shit. A dread who don't trust himself can't trust no one else, seen? Ya can't shake no hands when your fist be clenched. Ya hear me, breda? Niko   Sure. I hear you.

<driving - going to Saratoga Avenue - B>

Jacob  Ya a good man, Niko. Good man like Roman. Ain't all good men inna dis world ya know, seen? Niko   This, I am very aware of. Jacob  I have fe go deal wit Badman's set up. But I ain't tinking these boys is genuine, seen? I tink dey are some harbor sharks, greedy and ting. You hear me? Niko   Sure. What you buying? Jacob  Some Kali. Me and Badman ah sell it all pon da corner all over Liberty City - Broker, Dukes, Bohan. We got it sewn up, but me no like deal with new source, ya know? Don't like it at all. Niko   Why you doing it? Jacob  Badman say fe do it, I an' I do it. But trouble no set like rain, he       don't see that there could be a problem.

<on Saratoga Avenue>

Jacob  Go round da back in case one a dem try get jumpy and run off wi the ganja. Keep hold of dis vehicle, we might need fe get out of here quick.

<phonecall from Jacob - while in the alley>

Jacob  Cha! Dey didn't have no stuff and tried to make coil. I still got it       though. Finish dem if dem try come out de back. I got the front covered.

<Niko runs down the three men as they try to leave the alley, then picks up Jacob.>

Niko   I got them. Jacob  Ya a real badman ya know Niko. Respect. Forward a Savannah Avenue inna Meadows Park.

<driving - going to Savannah Avenue - A>

Jacob  Ya a bad boy, Niko. I don't know what I would be doing without ya, ya       know. Badman say I gots to get de blood clot who set I up. Niko   Alright. Jacob  Drive while I black up some more ya know, breda. The ras clot tinks he       can cold up Badman. He a fool... he's a dead fool... De boy is no match for I and I. He's nuttin!

<driving - going to Savannah Avenue - B>

Jacob  Me knew da boy was a harbor shark ya know, Badman no tink it a problem. It be real boderation if I me nah have no bad man like you ah ride wit me. Nuh true. Niko   Shit Jacob, you're paying me and is more fun than killing cockroaches for Roman. Jacob  Ya a righteous man ya know. Righteous, for real.

<on Savannah Avenue>

Jacob  Here we be. Are ya wit me, breda? Niko   Yes. Jacob  We ah put some rude boys inna ground.

<at the front entrance to a house>

Jacob  Alright ya ready? We gonna set dis place pon fire to blood clot!

<They shoot up several Jamaican gangsters in the house.>

Jacob  Wicked, ya see it? I an' I get dem all. Yo, mek we break outta here. I       tink some more soon turn up.

Jacob  Cha, dey too late to stop I and I. Bring us back to the cafe and ting.

<driving - going to the cafe - A>

Jacob  Real Badman gonna be happy wit dis and ting, jah know. Tank you me       breda. Niko   Don't mention it. It was a pleasure. Jacob  I look out for Badman like how you look out for Roman. Niko   He's my cousin. Jacob  Blood be the ticket bond dere is ya know? Loyalty is not always an easy ting ya know star. Badman tell me, say yo Jacob kill him, Jacob shoot dat, etcetera, etcetera. Ain't always logical, but I an' I follow. Seen? De other day, him cold stab a man for giving us screw-face. Niko   Orders are sometimes hard. You must be sure you agree before you follow - I have made that mistake myself, a long time ago. Jacob  For real. I know ya right ya know breda, but Badman is my braa. I       follow him wherever.

<driving - going to the cafe - B>

Jacob  Seen, seen. We teach dem bumba clots a lesson and ting. People fuck with Badman, they got I and I fe talk to. Niko   Maybe Badman should be more careful about who he sets up his deals with? Jacob  Want it want it, can't get it, get it get it, don't want it. Sight? Niko   You're going to have to explain that to me. My English is not so good. Jacob  It means everyone want what de big man's got, but de big man don't see it because him got everyting. Everyone trying to be the big man, seen? Niko   Everybody trying to take everybody down. That is the law of the jungle, no? Jacob  That's the law of the concrete jungle, rasta. Liberty City! You hear me?

Jacob  We dere. Thanks for everyting. Keep dis little something to say yo, we       appreciate your assistance. Seen? Me talk to ya soon. Niko   See you later.

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Niko   Roman, how's it going? Roman  You know, cousin, things have been looking up since you got here. Niko   If things are looking up now, I hate to think what they were like before I arrived. Roman  I hear you are working with Little Jacob. He's a good man, Niko, a good man. Niko   I can't tell what he is saying most of the time, but I like him. Roman  That is your bad English, Niko. Once you have been in America for longer you will understand him perfectly. Niko   Sure I will, Roman. later on.

--- SHADOW (#lj2) ---

<cutscene - at the entrance to Jacob's apartment>

[Niko walks in the door, Badman knocks him on the ground and holds his gun on him.] Niko   Hey! Ah! Badman Hey boy, don't move, don't move. Niko   What the fuck, are you kidding me? Badman Me say don't move boy. Who are you? Where ya come from? Who are you? Niko   Hey, man, I'm here to see Jacob. It's Niko. Badman Niko? Jacob  [yelling] Badman, what gwa'an down there so? Badman [yelling] Some boy down here, sir, beat up the door. Some boy dere, sir, call himself Niko, say he wan' see ya, rude boy. Jacob  [yelling] Niko? Ah me boy that, Badman. Yo, free up the boy, man. Yo. Badman [yelling] Your boy dat? Jacob  [yelling] Yeah. Badman Cho! Come, my youth. Come upstairs to talk wit' Mr. Jacob and ting, man. Jacob  [yelling] Ah him de one work wit' Roman, de one dat control the taxi... Badman Ya know, when ya have people dat knock upon people door an' ting, ya        have fe careful an' ting. Niko   No, it's ok. Badman Yah man. See what me tell? [They walk up to the apartment.] Niko   Don't worry about it. Badman Ya have to watch out dere, ya know. See, ya boy over dere, sir. Niko, go deal wit' dem, see him dere. Jacob  Wha' happen, Niko? Ya alright? Niko   Hey, no problem. As good an introduction as any other. Jacob  Yeah, me hear that, ya know? Anyway... some boy around ya boy Badman, ya know. Him want ask ya a favor. Gwa'an, nuh? Badman Hey, my youth. Some boy dem, dey pon de corner an' ting, an... de boy dem sell some tings and ting, an'... I gwa'an, an' I say... oh, dem nah wan' gimme my money an ting. An'... every corner my corner an'.... I       want my money an' ting, ya know? Ah no see dat! Go, go, ya know, me       wan' deal with de case proper. Ya nah see it? Jacob  Alright, let me explain. Is a business ting a gwa'an down dere. Niko   Right. Jacob  Dey ah sellin' weed where dey not suppose to sell weed, an' dey nah cutting him in. Niko   Okay. Jacob  So wan' ya go down dere and deal wit dem. Seen? Niko   Right. It's not gonna be cheap. Where do I find him? Badman Cheap? Cheap, my youth? Ya worry bout cheap? We nah worry bout cheap, ya know! De boy dem dere pon de corner! Me say de boi dem a got tings, and uh, on my corner dey a done ting and... Is a heavy corner on my       corner, tell ya me now right after de boy! Dem a gwa'an an say "Oh! Dem       nah wan' gimme my money." Oh! Say fe gwa'an wit' dat! Jacob  Alright, hear me now. What Badman is saying is... de boy dem a some novice, seen? Ya find dem when ya go pon de corner of Alpha and South Bohan. Seen? When ya go down dere so, yuh see an... tsk! An' just deal wit' dem, seen? Ah go find and turn in work, alright? Niko   Alright. Jacob  Alright. Ya want some of dat sliff here? Niko   No thanks. Jacob  Ya sure? Niko   I'm sure. Jacob  Alright. Respect. [Niko leaves.] Badman My youth. Pass me some of dat ting ya have over dereso. Jacob  Alright, here hold that, king.

<cutscene - on the corner of Wallkill Avenue and Switch Street>

Dealer That's some good shit. You done cleaned me out. [Junkie walks off into an alley.] Dealer [to phone] Yo! I'm all out of product. Dropping in to pick some up. Be       ready.

<phonecall from Roman - following the dealer>

Roman  Niko, it's your cousin. You want to shoot some pool? Niko   Shit Roman, I can't talk now. Damn.

<Niko follows the dealer to an apartment and kills him and his suppliers.>

<phonecall to Jacob>

Niko   Tell Badman that I got rid of the competition. Jacob  Righteous. De corner belong to I again. Ain't nobody goin' to fuck with I's corner no more, no tings. One love, Niko.

<phonecall from Jacob - later on>

Jacob  Alright me man, Niko. How's it going? Niko   Okay, you and Badman got any more work you need help with? Jacob  It's a funny thing that you should mention that to me, brother. Badman is right impressed with what you doing for I an' I. He want know if you want deliver some package around town to some various people and ting inna the city. Plenty o' corn in that for you, you know. Niko   That sounds good. Jacob  Wicked, man. Give I a call when you ready for this first run. There be       a lot of work so call whenever, you know. One love, bredren.

--- BULL IN A CHINA SHOP (#vg1) ---

<phonecall from an unknown caller>

Vlad   Yokel, fatty Roman's cousin, it's Vlad. Niko   Vlad? Name doesn't ring any bells. I'm sorry. Vlad   You better start remember important people you dumb peasant. Your cousin owes me a lot of money. If you don't want to make things real difficult for him you're going to come to Comrades Bar on Mohawk. I       have a work for you.

<cutscene - at Comrades Bar>

Mel    Ah, fuck you! You're a bunch of pussies and fags. Mickey Nice. Mel    I'm going back to the meetings. Mickey Good. Mel    I'm going to be somebody! Mickey Yeah, yeah. See you later, Mel. Mel    You always were an asshole, Mickey... Mickey Hey! Watch where you're going. [Niko enters and shoves Mel to the ground as he stumbles around.] Niko   Hey! Mel    Hey... Mickey I tried to tell ya. Mel    Fuck you... Niko   Excuse me. [Mel leaves, Niko heads to the back where Vlad is, passing Ivan as he leaves.] Vlad   So, Ivan - I see you later, okay? Yokel, fatty Roman's cousin... what's       your name again? Niko   Big mouth prick. Vlad   Very catch, sit down. Cousin... Niko... that's it, Niko... not big mouth prick. You funny guy. Niko   I try. Vlad   Yes... and this one, I let you take the shit out of me. Niko   Take the shit? Vlad   Yes, mickey about. Niko   I don't understand. Vlad   People who fuck with me get fucked with! Niko   Okay, fine. Calm down. Vlad   Whatever, some old man not paid me in months, and I'm not kind of        person who is treated this way. Old bastard owns a china shop on Camden Avenue in Dukes. Here you go... [Vlad sets a bat down onto the table.] Vlad   Don't hurt him. Just teach him a lesson. Niko   I don't need a bat to teach a lesson.

<cutscene - at the china shop>

Niko   [knocking] Hey, let me in. You owe Vlad protection money, old man. Man    Big Vlad and his protection money, I so scared. What I need protection from? Niko   You think this door is going to save your shop? There's shit I can break out here. Man    Vlad should pay me to tell punks like you to go away. He get no money.

<cutscene - bust one of the windows>

Man    Stop it shit brain. I pay up now, I pay up. Here's your money. I hope you and Vlad choke on it. Niko   Sure, whatever.

<cutscene - back at Comrades Bar>

Vlad   Hey yokel, you manage to do the job? Get Vlad his money? Niko   He paid up. I had to smash the shop up pretty good, but he paid. Vlad   Don't worry your little peasant head about it. Stupid jerk made a       mistake of telling me how much he gets that shit for back east. He's       the biggest crook in the neighborhood. Lucky I don't tell his customers what they're paying for. Niko   That it? Can I go now? Vlad   Sure, get out of my face.

--- HUNT OUT TO DRY (#vg2) ---

<text message from Vlad>

Yokel, come see me for more work. - Vlad

<cutscene - at Comrades Bar>

Guy    You're going to have your license revoked... Mickey What? Guy    My friend, smoking in a bar is a crime. Plain and simple. Mickey You're joking right? This is a joke... [They keep arguing while Niko shows up and talks with Vlad.] Vlad   [to phone] Hey, Mallorie. Tell fatty his cousin is okay... he just walked in. [to Niko] Great girl. Niko   Yeah? Stay away from her. Vlad   Of course. Now listen - you did good with that business the other day, but now one more peasant is trying to avoid paying. Niko   Who? Vlad   Muscovski jerk who owns a laundry on Masterson Street. Thinks in this country, business is done differently. Says he will call cops on us. Niko   Okay. So? Vlad   Jerk needs to be taught a lesson. Give him a beating. Let him know...       might is right! Guy    Hey, stop that smoking back there. Vlad   [translated] Screw you. Guy    Easy, buddy. Vlad   Go on. Do what you gotta do. But remember, you see a cop... you don't       know me. Niko   I see anyone, I don't know you. Vlad   Ho, ho.

<cutscene - at the laundromat>

Niko   I have a message from Vlad. Musco  Shit, stay away from me! [Muscovski throws a container full of laundry at Niko, then runs out the back.]

<Niko chases Muscovski's laundromat van and rams it until he stops.>

<cutscene - on the side of the road>

Musco  You got me. You got me, okay? Niko   Why have you no paid Vlad the money you owe him? Musco  I'm going to, I have just been having the trouble getting it together. Vlad is impatient man. Niko   You will be getting the money to him soon, or your wife shall be using your washing machines to get blood out of your clothes. Do you understand? I do not ask twice for a favor. Musco  I understand. I will get it to him. I thought this country was different.

<phonecall to Vlad>

Niko   I spoke to the Laundromat owner. He gets the message. He will pay you now. Vlad   I like your style. You can be an intimidating guy. It's a shame everybody knows what a stupid yokel you are when you open your mouth, eh? Come back to the bar soon.

<phonecall from Roman - later on>

Roman  Niko, how you doing? This is so much fun. Niko   You know Roman, I haven't been having that much fun since I got here. Has been a lot like hard work. Roman  Well, you should hang out with your cousin more often. Niko   Maybe that is the problem. Roman  Ha ha. I'm sitting here with Brucie. Well, we're sitting here and calling the cops and watching them show up and look around. The fucking stupid bastards. Niko   You shouldn't cry wolf, Roman. Who knows when you will really need help. Roman  Fuck, I think they see us. Have to go, Niko.

--- CLEAN GETAWAY (#vg3) ---

<cutscene - at Comrades Bar>

Vlad   Ahh, yokel there you are, okay. Niko   Vlad. Vlad   Come on, let's go for a walk, okay? Niko   Right. Vlad   Okay, come on. [They walk outside, down the road.] Niko   Where are we going? Vlad   To my car. Niko   Why? Vlad   Because of your cousin owing me a lot of money and until he pays me, your fresh off the boat yokel ass is mine. What the fuck you mean why? [Vlad shoves people out of his way as he heads down the sidewalk.] Niko   Hey, you're a pretty relaxed guy, huh Vlad? Vlad   Come on. [translated] Move, you old hag. [to Niko] Come on, yokel. Niko   What's wrong with you? You gonna jump me? Vlad   No... I had a late night last night. Spent it with. Niko   Great. Vlad   Yeah... wild. Niko   So who the hell is Mikhail? Vlad   Mikhail's the man... shit my nose is bleeding. Is my nose bleeding? Niko   No. Not yet. Vlad   Fuck face. Come on. [He walks in front of a moving car.] Vlad   Wait! I'm walking here. Let's go. Damn city always trying to run you down, huh? [Some vagabond steps out of an alley and tries to say something.] Vlad   Get a job, you deadbeat crack head. [Vlad kicks him away.] Vlad   Man, where do these people get off? Like I'm gonna pay for their drug habits? Well say something... you're so fucking laid back. Moron! Come on. [They get in Vlad's car, and he starts snorting coke.] Vlad   Want some? [Niko refuses.] Vlad   Good. Niko   We walked all the way down here so you could snort coke? Vlad   No... listen, aaah, that's better... agh that's better. Man, Mikhail gets the good stuff... it's got some laxative in it, though... gives you stomach problems. Niko   Nice detail. Vlad   Yeah, listen, ah... where were we? Niko   I don't know. Vlad   Oh yeah... So, I need you to head up to Dukes and get a car for me. It's a silver Blista, and it's parked in the projects by E.I.C. subway station, okay? Niko   Sure. You got keys? Vlad   Err, no, yokel, I need you to take the car. Asshole owes Mikhail some money. Take his car instead, eh? Niko   We gonna drive over there. Vlad   What? Niko   Are we going to drive over there? Vlad   No, you're gonna take the train, buddy. You think I wanna be in a car with a peasant? Come on, I'm gonna go meet somebody... have a little party... Niko   Okay. Fine. [Niko gets out and Vlad drives off.] Niko   Have fun... dick head.

<Niko takes the train up to the East Island City station. He finds the Blista nearby with two men.>

Niko   This car belong to Vlad? Jimmy  No, it's mine, who asking? Niko   It belongs to Vlad now. You should pay your debts. Jimmy  You that fat Russian's bitch? Just try and take.

<Niko incapacitates them both, then takes the car.>

<phonecall to Vlad>

Niko   I have your new car, Vlad. It's not pretty though, real dirty. Vlad   Dirty? I can't sell a dirty car. I know your cousin likes them dirty. Maybe your whole yokel family drive around in their dirty cars but it's       not the way over here. Fucking peasants don't do nothing right. Niko   Hey, I could fuck this car up worse than a little dirt. Vlad   Relax man. You should lose your edge. There's a carwash over on       Saratoga Avenue. Just take it there and then to my lockup just off Mohawk. Did they give the car up easy?

<continued phonecall - Jimmy not hurt>

Niko   It was easy. I didn't even have to hurt the guy. Vlad   Good, dead guys can't pay interest, you're learning.

<continued phonecall - Jimmy damaged, but still alive>

Niko   He's a little bruised, but he gave it up easy enough. Vlad   Good, dead guys can't pay interest, you're learning.

<continued phonecall - Jimmy is dead>

Niko   He was reluctant, he is dead now. Vlad   Stupid bastard, at least I got my money.

<Niko takes the car to the Express Wash, then to Vlad's lockup.>

<phonecall to Vlad>

Niko   I put the car in your lockup. Vlad   You not as stupid as you look, yokel. Come back to see me at the bar soon.

--- IVAN THE NOT SO TERRIBLE (#vg4) ---

<cutscene - at Comrades Bar>

Mickey Hey, how ya doing? [Seeing Vlad isn't around, Niko sits down at the bar.] Niko   Hey, Mickey. Mickey What'll you have? Niko   Glass of water. Mickey Glass of water. [Vlad walks in the back and pokes his finger into the back of Niko's head.] Vlad   Bang, bang, you are dead. Wake up, you moron. Niko   You got me. Vlad   Come over here. Sit down. You remember Ivan? Niko   No. Vlad    Guy you saw me talking to. This guy. Er... this guy? [He shows him a picture from his phone.] Niko   Oh, yes. You guys had a little kiss. Vlad   Very funny... what would you say if I told you he was going to rob your cousin? Niko   I'd say... what problem has he got with my cousin? Vlad   Hold on. [to phone] Hey, hey, hey gorgeous... no, I can't talk right now... What are you wearing?... No, I mean underneath it... great...       Listen, I'll call you back, eh? [to Niko] Sorry. Niko   Who was that? Vlad   Never you mind. Niko   Was it Ivan? Vlad   Ooh, that's funny. You know, for a dumb yokel, you're a very funny guy. Niko   Yes, and for an annoying dick, you're really an annoying dick. Vlad   Well, it's a real shame, then, that I'm the guy with the powerful friends, and you're the little punk whose only friend is some fat weasel who drives a fucking cab... Niko   So... why is Ivan going to rob my cousin? Vlad   Because I want you to kill him. Niko   What? Vlad   He's angered Mikhail... Mr. Faustin. Offended him. He thinks he's       stealing some paperwork from Roman. You catch him, and kill him... then we say it was just a robbery that failed. Niko   And what if I say I don't want to be your hitman? Vlad   Then Mr. Faustin will be very angry with you... and your cousin. Niko   Hmm, okay. Vlad   I knew we would understand each other, once I put it in this simple way. Now, go wait for him by the cab depot! [Niko leaves.] Vlad   [to phone] Hey gorgeous, yeah where were we?... Okay now listen, let's       talk about tonight...

<Niko chases Ivan as he speeds out of the cab depot. He eventually comes to a stop where a large truck blocks the road. There, he flees into a construction site and climbs a crane, then jumps across several buildings. At the end of the block, he slips off the edge and clings to it. He pleads for his life with Niko standing over him.>

Niko   There ain't nowhere left for you to run. Ivan   Please. Vlad told you to kill me, right? I wasn't stealing nothing from your cousin's place! Vlad told me to go there. Let me go and I'll lay low. No one's going to know that I'm alive. Not even my mother. I'll       stay out of Hove Beach. I'll be a ghost. I promise. Please!

<cutscene - choose to kill Ivan>

Niko   I promised to deal with you. I don't break promises. [Niko kicks him off the roof; he falls dead upon the sidewalk.]

<phonecall to Vlad - choose to kill Ivan>

Niko   Ivan is dead. He came to a sticky end. Vlad   Hey, you and your cousin's girlfriend should get together. She likes sticky finishes as well. Niko   Fuck you. Say that to my face and I will break you.

<cutscene - choose to spare Ivan>

Niko   Get up. [He helps Ivan back up to the roof.] Niko   If Vlad wants you dead, you can't be all bad. Stay out of Hove Beach. Ivan   Thank you. You won't regret this, man. I am outta here! Wanted to leave anyway, get away from all these people from back home. Get into the real America. You never gonna see me around here again. I owe you my       life, man. You're a good man, you're a good man, thank you.

<phonecall to Vlad - choose to spare Ivan>

Niko   You won't be seeing your boyfriend Ivan no more. You going to miss him? Vlad   No I'm not. I'm getting enough pussy at the moment. I tell you, is so       much better if woman already have a man. Because you don't have to deal with all their shit all day. Take Mallorie, for example... Niko   Fuck you. Say this to my face and I will break you.

--- UNCLE VLAD (#rb07) ---

<cutscene - at the cab depot office>

Niko   Hey, what's wrong? Roman  Hey, cousin. Bullshit. Niko   What's bullshit? Roman  Mallorie. Niko   Oh. What about her? Roman  I like her... I really like her... Niko   But you keep messing around with other women. Roman  Yeah... no. I think she's messing around with Vlad. I saw his car parked outside her place the other day. Niko   Yeah... Roman  You knew? Niko   I had suspicions. Roman  You fucking knew? Niko   What was I going to say? Roman  You knew my woman was banging this warthog and you didn't do anything? Niko   I didn't... Roman  You didn't say anything? Niko   I didn't know! Roman  You're an asshole, Niko Bellic, a disloyal user. After what I did for you, you dick! You fucking dick! Niko   I'm sorry! Roman  Screw you. Niko   Alright, so you want me to deal with it, right now? Roman  No. Sit down. Niko   No! I'm not going to stand here and have you call me disloyal. You might let some Russian asswipe bang your woman, but I won't. Roman  But you fucking did! Niko   That before I knew you cared! You always were a hypocrite. [Niko walks out.] Roman  Niko... wait. Don't do anything stupid. Wait for me!

Roman  Tell me you're just blowing off some steam... You're going for a little drive... you're going to leave Vlad alone, right?

<driving - going to Comrades Bar - A>

Roman  Don't do anything stupid, cousin. Niko   Nothing as stupid as letting that fat swine give it to Mallorie. Roman  Hey, it happens, we have an open relationship. I do my thing, she does hers. Maybe next time I might watch them at it... Urgh... to watch his fat, hairy, sweaty back going up and down. I can't take it. How could she do this? Niko   I knew you cared. I have to do this.

<driving - going to Comrades Bar - B>

Roman  Cousin, this is crazy. We got each other. We don't need women in our lives. I getting tired of Mallorie. She's too old for me anyway. Niko   You have been pushed around too much, Roman. You let these people use you, use me. They will not use Mallorie as well. She is too good for that. Roman  She's too good for me. Vlad should have her. Niko   I will show Vladdy what he can have.

<at Comrades>

Roman  Wait Niko, you have to think this through. Niko   Stay out here, let the big boys have their conversation inside.

<cutscene - inside Comrades Bar>

Vlad   Gimme a drink. Mickey You got it. Vlad   Anyway... [translated] Cabbages? Why eat cabbages when you can have potatoes? [Him and his goons laugh. Niko walks in.] Niko   Hey. Vlad   [translated] Potatoes... Niko   Vladdy boy! I'd like a word with you. Vlad   What are you doing here? Did I summon you... boy? Niko   I told you to stay away from Mallorie. Vlad   Go away! Niko   And now Roman is upset. Vlad   Oh, Roman is upset. Excuse me. Do you think I give a fuck, peasant? [Roman walks in.] Vlad   Oh, there he is. Hey fatty, I'm sorry you're so upset. Boo fucking hoo. Roman  Hey, Vlad, can't we just talk about this? Niko   Hold on. You stay away from Mallorie. Vlad   I must be hearing things... I could have sworn for a minute this ratty little yokel told me what to do. Did you hear that boys? Goon   Yeah. Vlad   Now... get them out of here!

<Niko quickly deals with the goons while Vlad runs out the back to his car. Niko and Roman get back in their vehicle.>

<driving - chasing Vlad - A>

Roman  Alright, he's running away. We win, let's go home. Niko   I'm not walking away until this thing is finished. Roman  It is finished, he's running. We won't see him again. Niko   He'll come back. The only thing that will hold him down is six feet of       dirt. Roman  Forget about Mallorie. Plans change and... you know, when Vlad is done with her... Niko   Grow a fucking spine. You think Vlad won't come after us when I am       chasing him like this? I have to end it, here and now. Roman  Shit, I don't like this. Fuck... fuck.

<driving - chasing Vlad - B>

Roman  You scared him good, Niko. He's going to stay away from Mallorie for sure. Niko   I am not done with Vladdy yet. Not even nearly am I done with him. Roman  Come on, Niko. This is stupid. All for a woman. We should not throw everything away for one girl. Niko   This is principle, we do this because we will not be stepped upon. By       doing nothing, we let Vlad take everything from us.

<Vlad crashes>

Niko   Keep your head down, I'm going to finish this. Roman  Stop, Niko... shit!

<cutscene - at a pier in BOABO, Niko confronts Vlad>

Vlad   Fucking yokel, you think you can get away with killing me? Niko   I guess I'll find out. Vlad   You think this is worth it? You're throwing you and your fatty cousin's       lives away for that bit of Puerto Rican chocha. Niko   I'm throwing your life away, prick. We'll do alright. Vlad   My friends will track you down, you won't last a moment. Niko   I'll last longer than you will, shithead. Vlad   Fuck you, I wish I could be there to watch Mikhail cut your peasant balls off.

<execute Vlad>

Vlad   Hove Beach is a small place, my friends will find you. [Niko shoots him in the head.] Niko   You were the stupid one, Vladdy boy. Nobody fucks with my family.

[Niko drags Vlad's body toward the water. Roman runs over.] Niko   Eeeh, you're a big boy Vladdy. Roman  Niko! Niko   Well, I guess this is over. Roman  What have you done? Niko   What does it look like? Roman  We're dead! Niko   No, he's dead... we're fine. Roman  He has powerful friends... serious people... I told you to be calm you hot headed chump! Niko   I am calm. He tried to kill us. He screwed your girlfriend. What do you expect? I give him a massage? Roman  Shit! Shit! Shit! Niko   When I was in the army... we were going on a mission... to ambush a       squad who had killed a lot of innocent people. They were our enemies...       but we never did it. There were fifteen of us. All boys from the village. But one of us betrayed the group. It was a setup... for money! Twelve people died, three escaped. I know the traitor was not me... So       for ten years I've been searching for the other two. One of them lives here. Roman  Why are you telling me this now? Do you always get sentimental after you kill people? Niko   You kept asking... Roman  Wonderful! You're here on some revenge mission for something that happened ten years ago. And you don't care whose life you ruin on the way? Niko   No. Roman   Well what? Niko   I don't know... I just want to know why they did it. Who    Let's hide the body, at least for a while... Who    Put him in the river... [Together, they roll his body toward the water. A siren wails in the distance.] Roman  Shit. We should get out of here. Niko   You go. I'll catch up with you later. [Roman runs off, and Niko finishes the job.]

--- CRIME AND PUNISHMENT (#rb08) ---

<phonecall from Roman>

Roman  [quietly] Niko, Niko. Are you there cousin? Niko   Roman, I'm here. What are you doing? Why do you whisper? Roman  I am on Tulsa Street, near Perestroika. Come Niko, quick.

<cutscene - around the corner from Perestroika>

Niko   Where are you, Roman? [Roman pops out of the dumpster on the corner.] Roman  Psst, Niko! Niko   [laughing] Roman! What are you doing in the dumpster, man? Roman  Are they there? Niko   What are you talking about... get out of there, man. Roman  I'm freaking out, man. I'm being followed... I saw them... Niko   Don't be ridiculous. You're being paranoid. Roman  I'm being? Fuck you. Fuck you... everything was fine, and then you show up... and now we're dead... because Faustin is a psychopath... he's       going to kill us... because we killed Vlad. Vlad was his man... that's       how it works... you kill their guy, they kill you! Niko   Roman, get out of there, man. Listen to me, Vlad was a piece of trash. They don't care about him. All they care about is making money. So, we       say we work for them. Now get out of there, you smell like cabbage. Roman  I don't want to, man. I'm shitting myself. [Andrei shows up behind Niko and knocks him out with the butt of a rifle. Roman tries to duck back into the dumpster.] Andrei Get out of the dumpster, Mr. fat man. [He knocks on the dumpster with the rifle. Roman slowly rises.] Andrei Come on, fatty, the boss wants a little chat.

<cutscene - in Mikhail Faustin's basement>

[Dimitri slaps Niko in the face.] Dimitri Wake up. [pointing to Roman, tied up] We had to gag him, to stop the screaming. You shouldn't have brought them here, Andrei. Andrei Why not? [Dimitri heads upstairs.] Andrei You've been a bad boy, Mr. Balkan... and the boss is not happy. Niko   Oh no! I shit my pants! Andrei Not yet, but you will. Who are you working for? Niko   Errr, my cousin, Roman. Andrei Don't be an idiot. That's not good enough. I'm going to saw off your fucking arm. Speak! Niko   Okay, okay, your dad likes it up the ass... [laughing] what do you want me to say, huh? [Andrei smacks Niko twice with a hacksaw.] Andrei Very funny... do you think you're so smart? Niko   No. I'm tied up in a basement a long way from home, while some ape threatens me with a hacksaw, so no, I'm not that smart. [Dimitri returns down the stairs with Faustin. Andrei stands over Niko with the hacksaw.] Faustin Shut the fuck up. My fucking wife is watching television. Good Lord...       what are you doing? Andrei Nothing... I mean... I was finding out who he is... Faustin And? Who is he? Niko   He is... his cousin. Faustin You were about to cut up some guy in my house, making all that noise, to find out he is his cousin? [to Dimitri] Where did you find this idiot? Dimitri He was a friend of your sergeant, when we were in Vladivostok. Faustin He's an imbecile. So, Niko Bellic. You think it's okay to kill my       employees? Niko   If he is an asshole, yes. [Faustin turns to Andrei and shoots him in the head. Roman tries to scream through the gag.] Faustin I agree. Dimitri Mikhail! Faustin Asshole look at me like I am piece of shit. Dimitri [translated] Oh my God. Faustin Now listen... Niko Bellic. You are very lucky Vlad was an idiot. The only reason I keep him around is because I fuck his sister. Look at me. You owe me. I got some dickheads in my neighborhood trying to run a       shipment, yeah? Dimitri And we've found a buyer for the TVs. Faustin Yes, a buyer, but you've got to get them for us so we can make the sale. Niko   Can you untie Roman? Faustin [translated] Yes. [Dimitri removes Roman's gag.] Roman  [shouting] Help! Help me! Niko   Shut up Roman. Faustin Shut up! Roman  [shouting] Help me! Help! Niko   Roman shut up. Faustin Shut him up! Dimitri What do you want me to do? Roman  Aaah! Aaah! Niko   Shut up Roman! Faustin Shut the fuck up! Dimitri He's just screaming that's it! I can't make him shut up! Niko   Roman, shut up! [Faustin shoots Roman in the gut.] Faustin Shut up! Niko   Fuck! Dimitri Mikhail! Stop shooting people, you maniac! Faustin My wife doesn't like when people shout! Dimitri Whatever! Faustin You better get those screens soon. Or I will personally pull your cousin's stitches out, one by one, and watch his guts spill onto the floor. [to Dimitri] Clean this shit up. [Faustin heads back upstairs. Dimitri unties Niko.] Dimitri Listen, we'll take care of your cousin, but you better get a police car, and then you call me. [Niko goes over to check on Roman.] Niko   Roman. Roman! Dimitri Go, go, go. I... I'll take care of him. Niko   Fuck! [Niko leaves while Dimitri unties Roman.]

<phonecall to Dimitri - after stealing a police car>

Niko   I have the police car, what now? Dimitri The van is driving around South Broker. Pull it over, take it to our lockup on Dukes Drive. Niko   Be more specific. How many vans you think there are in South Broker? Dimitri That is a problem for you and your cousin, not me. Keep pulling vans over until you find the TVs. Goodbye.

<cutscene - pull over the van>

Niko   Get out of there or you're fucking dead. Driver You making a mistake, we paying protection money to Kenny Petrovic. Niko   Show me you don't got any flatscreens in the back. Passngr Big fucking mistake.

<The passenger pulls out his gun to fight while the driver runs off. Niko kills the passenger, takes the van, and puts it in the lockup.>

<phonecall to Dimitri>

Niko   I left the van where you say. How's Roman? Dimitri He's ok. A little scarred, but ok. You did good. Mikhail needs someone like you. Stop by and see him sometime.

<phonecall from Roman - later on>

Roman  Niko, hello. Niko   Roman, are you alright? Roman  I was just shot in the stomach and then stitched up in a doctor's        office that was dirtier than the basement we were nearly tortured in. I'm great. Niko   You sound calm, actually. Roman  That Dimitri guy gave me some painkillers, I'm kind of out of it. If       you're near a shop can you pick up some adult diapers for me? See you later, Niko.

--- DO YOU HAVE PROTECTION? (#mf1) ---

<cutscene - at Faustin's house>

[Niko knocks, Dimitri opens the door.] Dimitri Hey, Niko. Niko   Hey. Dimitri Come in. Niko   Thank you. [Faustin sits at the end of the room, snorting coke.] Dimitri Lay off that stuff. Faustin Why? Dimitri Because it clouds your judgement. Not now, it's not the time. Faustin My judgement. That's a good one. I'm a fool. A drunken fool. Dimitri Niko's here. We're going to go take care of that guy. I take it you won't be joining us? Faustin Make him suffer. People forget pain so quickly. Dimitri You need to calm down with that stuff. Faustin Calm? Why? So I can be like you, Mr. Barbiturate? Always so fucked up       on painkillers you don't give shit? Dimitri You need to calm down. Faustin Where we would be now if I was calm like you? Dimitri Let me guess, in a prison camp in Siberia. Or selling hash to tourists in Red Square, or still in the navy? Which is it today? Faustin Be careful, Dimitri. Be fucking careful. Dimitri You be careful... you're getting crazy. Faustin That's the way it works. I am angry, you are calm. I scare, you reason. It works... Dimitri Yes, but you've angered the wrong people. Faustin Blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah... Dimitri Too many bodies, too much attention. We'll be dealt with... if we don't       start playing by the rules. Faustin I've angered people? Me? Not "we". Strange. When I give out money, it's       "us". When I have to push people, it's "me". All alone. Don't think I       cannot see through you. After all we've done together... Dimitri You're getting delusional. Look, we have to go. Faustin [hugging Dimitri] I fucking love you. Dimitri Yes, yes. Faustin I fucking love you... Dimitri I know this. Faustin Yeah. But you treat me like a child. I run things my way, Dimitri Rascalov. My fucking way! Get out of my sight! Or I fucking kill you! Dimitri I'm not saying don't run things your way. I'm saying be calm. Here, take a couple of these... [Dimitri sets a small drug bottle on the table.] Faustin What are you still doing here? I said get out of my sight! [Faustin throws the bottle at them as they leave.]

Dimitri We're going to that sex shop on Hove Beach.

<driving - going to the sex shop - A>

Dimitri This guy has been making porno in his basement and he didn't cut Mikhail in. Niko   Least he could have done is sent over some tapes. Dimitri You know how much money there is selling this stuff online? A whole fucking heap. We're going to ignore what Mikhail said and try not to       kill them. Taking a bite of this pie would be very profitable for our operation. Niko   I got no problem with sparing some lives. Dimitri No, it's Mikhail that has that issue. Can't keep his finger off of the triggers. Wasn't always like this though. Things got to him. Niko   I hope it don't get to me.

<driving - going to the sex shop - B>

Niko   Am I helping pick out a porno for you? I think you know best what you like. Mikhail said something about men suffering. That sounds like some sick shit. Dimitri Funny. That ain't it. These guys are making the shit loads of cash, and we ain't seein' any of it. Word is, they've started their own porno site as well. Niko   You guys are getting protection money off of websites now? What, you stop them from getting viruses? Dimitri Mikhail gets a taste of any money that gets made in Hove Beach. It       doesn't matter that it's online. Niko   I'll keep that in mind. Dimitri Yeah, you will. Especially since you got rid of Vlad, our fucking debt collector. Niko   Shit, well now it looks like you got me to settle your business.

<cutscene - in the sex shop>

Dimitri Where's your boss? Guy    What do ya mean? He's uh... Dimitri In the back? Guy    No, no, no, he's... Dimitri They better not be filming. Guy    No, they just havin' a meeting. I swear... Dimitri Get out of the way. [Dimitri shoves him to the ground and walks in back.] Guy    Fuck... [In back, Joseph, Brett, and their other friend are watching TV.] Joseph You see, they don't make 'em like that no more. That's a vintage bush. If it wasn't for that, I'd say this weren't worth transferring to DVD. [Dimitri walks in waving a pistol around.] Dimitri Hey, Joseph! You think you can expand your business interests, make these pornos and sell them... Joseph Woah, woah... Dimitri And we won't know about it, huh? Joseph We was just waiting 'til the books was closed at the end of the financial year. Then we was gonna cut you in. Dimitri Your books are closed until you pay us our cut. Niko, take this and cover Joseph. [He hands Niko the gun.]

<aim at Joseph>

Joseph We ain't making that much cash. Dimitri Is that a fact? Maybe we can't pop you, Joseph. But we can fuck up one of your boys.

<aim at Brett>

Brett  Listen, big guy. You got a great look going on, real strong. We could put you in one of our films. Dimitri Shoot this scumbag in the leg. Brett  Hey man, please? Go easy on me. Come on, big guy? Dimitri Come on, Niko. Put a cap in his fucking leg.

<shoot Brett>

Joseph Alright, alright already. Brett was just trying to be friendly. Shit, he'll be outta action for a couple a weeks. Dimitri You got some money for Mr. Faustin? Joseph Fine, here you go. We ain't gonna have the... [Joseph hands over a wad of money. Dimitri knocks him out with another pistol.] Dimitri You should have thought of that earlier. Friend [on his knees] I can't die today. I got something special in these pants, I need to show it to the world. Dimitri Fuck, why couldn't you make this easy? We're out of here, Niko.

Dimitri We're going to an alleyway off of Dillon Street in Schottler.

<driving - going to the alleyway - A>

Dimitri I want to buy you a present. Niko   Will you wrap it up and put a pretty bow on it? Dimitri Screw you, we're seeing a friend of mine who's got a good line on       weapons. It's underground. A backroom place. There are a few around the city. The Mayor has a real hard-on for gun control. Niko   Guns don't seem that controlled. I seen plenty and I just got here. Dimitri And now you'll know where to get them for yourself, what's the problem? [to phone] Mikhail... I know you didn't mean it. That's alright... I       didn't kill Joseph, we will make more money with him alive...        [translated] Shit! Mikhail... Mikhail? [to Niko] Fuck! You're lucky Roman don't try to make you kill someone every two seconds.

<driving - going to the alleyway - B>

Dimitri We're going to a gun shop. Niko   Hey, I heard about these. Big American Supermarket where you can buy any gun you want. Ammu-Nation, right? Shopping carts full of AK47s...       I might buy flame-thrower. Dimitri That is another part of America. Here, in Liberty City, there is no       such thing as the Ammu-Nation. Buying guns is illegal. In fact, the Mayor of this city tries to shut down Ammu-Nation shops in other states. This is because guns from them have ended up on the streets here. Niko   So, what's this gun shop? Dimitri It's underground. A backroom place. There are a few around the city. Useful if you know about them. Niko   Yeah, could be. Depends how things go for me while I'm here. I might run into someone I want to shoot. Dimitri As long as that someone is not me or Mikhail, then all is good.

Dimitri The shop is just down that alleyway. Pick out what you like. Tell them to put it on Mr. Faustin's account.

Shop   Alright, you don't look like a cop. Buy what you want. Niko   [picks up a Micro-SMG] I'll take this one. Charge Mr. Faustin. Shop   You fuckin' Ruskies are milking me dry. I ain't a cow. Niko   I ain't Russian.

Dimitri Drive us to Mr. Faustin's.

<driving - going back to Faustin's house - A>

Niko   So, you and Mr. Faustin, have you always argued and made up like this? Dimitri It wasn't always like this. Mikhail was a great man. He had a temper, but he was fair. Now, he blows his top at the slightest thing. I never know who he will shoot, who he will stab. Andrei, who you met in       Mikhail's basement. He was always loyal, he was a good worker, now he       is dead. I guess that, that is why we need your help. Niko   Remind Faustin of that, maybe then he will not try to kill me.

<driving - going back to Faustin's house - B>

Dimitri How is your cousin, Roman, after the incident the other day? Niko   Once he learns to control his bowels again he will be good. Mikhail fucked up his guts pretty bad. Dimitri At least he's alive, eh? Mikhail don't always go for the gut shots. Niko   I guess Roman's real lucky then. I wonder what big favor Faustin's       gonna do for him next? Dimitri You got to remember, you killed Vlad. That angered Mikhail no matter what he said. It was very difficult for me to persuade him that a man like you could be more useful to us alive than dead. Niko   You trying to tell me that I owe you my life? Dimitri No, I'm not. I was trying to tell you, that I am a man who appreciates a good business venture when one comes along. Mikhail is making enemies very rapidly, a friend like you is useful. You are a man worth having on our side. Niko   Pleased to be of use.

<at Faustin's house>

Dimitri Thank you for your help, Niko. Come to see us at the club soon. Mikhail will be cool by then.

--- FINAL DESTINATION (#mf2) ---

<cutscene - in Perestroika>

[Dimitri and Niko walk through the small crowd, down toward Faustin's corner.] Girl 1 Hi, Dimitri. Guy 1  Hey, Dimitri, I took care of that thing for you. Dimitri Thank you. I'm proud of you. Good. Guy 2  Dimitri, thank you for take care of that thing for me. Dimitri No problem. Guy 3  Dimitri, Dimitri, hey, hey, uh... met my girl, Natasha. Girl 2 So nice to meet you. Dimitri Oh, my pleasure. [Faustin is sitting in the booth with a girl at each arm.] Faustin Little delicious, my little knish... Dimitri Mikhail. Faustin Hey! My brother, and Niko. Good. Have a drink. Move up ladies. Move up. Dimitri Um... Mikhail, we've got something we need to talk about. Faustin Okay, you can have Vera, I take Katerina, come on, no big deal. Dimitri Not that, in private? Girls, can you give us a minute, huh? Please? Faustin Okay. Get out of here. Keep it warm. I won't be too long. [The girls leave.] Faustin So. What is it? Dimitri We've got police trouble. The feds, or someone are all over us. Sergei told me that a friend of his in the courts told him they've been authorized to tap our phones and they know about the pot we stole. Faustin Shit. Who is the rat? Dimitri It's no one. It's just the way we have been behaving. Making too much noise. This was inevitable. We're going to have to calm things down for a while. Faustin It's that fucking guy, yeah, I know it is. I saw it in his eyes... you know? That guy. That guy, who bought the coke... but he didn't buy the pot. Dimitri That's Lenny. He's my cousin's boyfriend. It's not him. Yes, he's a       moron, yes, but he's okay. Faustin I don't trust him. Dimitri What? I just told you... Faustin He knows too much. You, kill him. Niko   Are you sure? Faustin Sure? No, I am not. Right now, I am wondering if it's him or you. It       could be you. Dimitri Think for a second. This has been going on for months. Faustin Think? Look where your thinking has got us. You were in charge of       security. Good job. Well done, Dimitri. You pathetic idiot. You, prove you're loyal. Go, and kill the guy. Niko   Don't question my loyalty. Faustin Then don't question my orders. He lives on Guantanamo Avenue in Bohan. Head up there, and call me, me personally, when you get there. Dimitri Mikhail, please, don't do this. Faustin Shut up. Dimitri I... Faustin Shut the fuck up. Dimitri I... I'm begging you... please, don't do this. Faustin I said shut the fuck up. Go. [Niko exits.] Dimitri You want to play games? Faustin Why don't you listen? Dimitri This is not a game. Faustin Hey, give me a break. Dimitri You have to play by the rules. Faustin Stop. I said stop.

<phonecall from Faustin - reach Bohan>

Niko   Mr. Faustin, do you want to call this off? Faustin No, I never change my mind. I've heard he's at Guantanamo Avenue station. Go to the platform and get rid of that rat. [shouting] Shut up       Dimitri, for the last time...

<phonecall to Dimitri - optional>

Niko   Dimitri, should I do this? Should I kill this boy for Mr. Faustin? Dimitri Just one second, Mikhail. It's nobody. [to Niko] I cannot talk just now. Do what you have to do.

<cutscene - at the train station>

Niko   Hey, Lenny. Mr. Faustin thinks you're a rat. He ain't taking no risks. Leonid I'm into more shit than Mikhail could even imagine. Why would I rat? Niko   The decision has been made. Leonid [to guard] My dad pays you to ice crazy bitches like this guy. Guard  Hold on a second.

<Niko chases down and kills Lenny.>

<phonecall to Dimitri>

Dimitri Niko, do you know what you have done? Niko   I have followed Mr. Faustin's orders, not much more. Dimitri The boy you killed was the son of Kenny Petrovic. This is a very dangerous man. He will not take kindly to this. Niko   How was I to know? Dimitri You weren't. This is Mikhail's craziness. I will speak to people and see what I can do.

--- LOGGING ON (#rb09) ---

<text message from Roman>

Niko - come see me at the depot. There is someone I want you to meet. Rom

<cutscene - at the cab depot office>

Roman  [to radio] Well just get there! [to self] Damn these people... [In the corner, Brucie does ridiculous exercises.] Niko   [enters] Hey, Roman. Who's the steroid junkie? Roman  Brucie - have you met my cousin? Niko, this is Brucie. We met online. Niko   Oh... Lovemeet.net? Brucie No! In a dark corner, doing dark deeds, we're both players, my friend. Players. VIP. For real. Classy, but... also sexy... that's how I like my women. I work at it, so they should too, right? Roman  Ha! yeah. Niko   What is he talking about? Roman  Brucie's a dreamer... he understands my vision. Niko   Oh, so he's an idiot? Brucie Hey! Roman  Aha ha! Screw you. Listen, man... you should try going online. Niko   I know how to go on the line. I just haven't done it here. Roman  Of course. Technophobe. Luddite. We gotta get you online - it's a world of opportunities! Niko   Such as? Roman  All kinds of things! Yesterday I was online and I discovered a blog about women who don't like to shave. That's pretty important. Listen, I       promised Brucie I'd go out with him - can you go out and get it sorted? Go to Tw@ and register on one of the PCs there. A pretty girl is       expecting you. I'm bored of not being able to email you, cousin, and the family keep sending me news for you. Brucie. Brucie Yeah! Roman  Stop exercising. [Brucie ends a handstand.] Brucie Let's put some bitches to the sword, VIP style! Come on! [He walks out.] Niko   He's a cool guy. Roman  Yeah... [Roman leaves.] Niko   [translated] I know how to use the Internet. I'm not a fool.

Niko   Hey there... my name's Niko. My cousin, he told me to come here. Alejan Roman? He call me about you. He so funny. I set you up on that computer already. It's easy. Just follow the instructions on there. Ok?

<phonecall from Roman - later on>

Roman  Niko, my friend Brucie has a business proposition for us. Niko   He going to pay me to pump him full of steroids and tell him how great his abs are? Roman  No, he can take care of that all by himself. Brucie is a major motor head. He's going to send you emails about all the cars he wants and you're going to get them for him. Niko   What're you going to do? Roman  Come on, I made the introduction. I'm the manager, man. Go check your emails, Niko. Let's hang out soon, okay?

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<email - reply>

Activate my e-mail account.

Alejan I see you again, Roman's cousin. Come back any time. Niko   The name is Niko, I'll see you around.

<phonecall to Roman>

Niko   I have set up the email account. I am now online in Liberty City, Roman. Roman  Nice one, cousin. Did you meet the girl who works there? Nice pair of       titties on her, no? Later on.

<email - later on>

roman@eyefind.info Good to see you online!

Niko, Good to see you online cousin! And good to know you in this country, by my side - the Bellic boys showing the world what is up. Man, if our two idiotic, useless, bullying fathers could see us now! They'd turn in their miserable graves! Fuck them. We made it, man. This country is ripe for the plucking. I'm really glad you're here. Listen - we are going to take this shit over, baby! See ya later Roman

<email - positive reply>

Have you been stealing Brucie's juice, cousin? We should try to get out of debt first.

<email - negative reply>

Get realistic, cousin. I fucked things up in the Old Country. I fucked things up in Europe. Chances are I'm going to fuck things up here.

MilicaBellic@eyefind.info I miss you

Moj dragi sine, Nadam se da si dobro i da si srecan u Americi. I hope this reaches you and you respond. I miss you. I write in English because now you are like Roman. He tells me he only speaks English now. I know things better for you to be out in world, and away from here, but I miss you. It is mother's duty to miss son. Are you no longer in sea? Have you stopped that world for good, or will you go back? Will you ever come back to me? It gladdens heart of mine to think of you and your cousin together, living a good life in America, and at the same time, breaks heart of mine to think of you never here. I know life has not always easy for you, Niko. I know you had many trouble, and I know you have done many bad thing, but please know that I am mother, your mother, and I do not judge you. I judge the world for making you so, you who has so much to give people, who is man of principle, who always tried to live the correct way. Life here is the same as it always was. People argue, the farms suffer, we pay taxes for new parliament buildings and government reports, and live in poverty. For country people, life is the same the world. Please write me. Your loving mother. Mother

<email - positive reply>

Dear mother, thank you for your e mail. I am always happy to hear from you. Your English is good. Better than mine. I am sorry I have not been much of a good son to you, and that I am not there to take care of you, but you know I cannot come back home. It would bring trouble, and unhappy memories for us both. Roman is well. He is living the American dream, mostly in his head, like all dreams.

<email - negative reply>

Dear mother, thank you for your e mail. I am always happy to hear from you. I am sorry I have not been much of a son to you, and that I am not there to take care of you, but you know I cannot come back home. It would bring trouble, and unhappy memories for both of us. Roman is well. He is living the American dream, mostly in his head, like all dreams.

brucie@bruciesexecutivelifestyleautos.com Genetically different baby!

Man, I just wanted to say, I broke my own sit up record today. 2000. Genetically different, baby. You know what I'm saying? I love you all. I'm so fucking pumped I want to rip someone's throat out. If anyone wants to go out on the prowl tonight for proper weapon's grade talent and put in some serious damage with the bitches, let me know. Love you all. The big cheese. PS - mom - sorry, I won't be able to make Aunt Judith's tomorrow. Did you do my washing? PPS all of you bitches check out my website! It's pure bling. Later, Brucie Kibbutz

<email - positive reply>

You need serious help.

<email - negative reply>

What are you talking about?

--- NO LOVE LOST (#mf3) ---

<cutscene - at Faustin's house>

Ilyena I told you where she is. Faustin Where is she? Ilyena I don't see why it's such a problem. Faustin I tell you. I want you to keep an eye on her. [Niko enters, Sergei holds him back while Faustin argues in the kitchen.] Sergei Hey. Stand over here. Faustin I'm out making money all day. Ilyena Why are you being like this again? Faustin How many times do I have to tell you? Keep an eye on the fucking girl! Ilyena How many times do I have to listen? [translated] God! God! Faustin Fucking girl! She's your daughter! [translated] Have your prayers been answered? Ilyena Oh my God. Faustin [translated] Your God doesn't give a damn about you! Just like everyone else. Ilyena You're a terrible man! Faustin You superstitious old crone. I'll see you in hell. Someday I'll crucify you... [He leaves the kitchen.] Faustin Niko Bellic. Yes. Good name. Good name... Where is Dimitri? Sergei He's busy, er... he said he had something to do. Faustin Something? Something? Let me tell you something. Me and this guy, we       were in the army together, we were in prison together, we are like brothers. Now it's always something... Niko   Always something... Faustin Always something, yes... you want a drink? Niko   No, thank you. Faustin Well, I do. [Faustin drinks, pulls a gun out of a cabinet, stares off at the wall.] Niko   You alright? Faustin What? Niko   Mr. Faustin? Faustin No! I'm fucking angry. Niko   I'm sorry to hear that. Faustin Let me ask you something. You know her? [holding up her picture] Niko   No. Faustin Good. Because if you did, I'd fucking kill you. Niko   Why? Faustin She's my daughter. Ungrateful bitch. I bring her here. I spoil her rotten. Raise her well. Look at this. Look. [gesturing at his house] Look what I've given her! Niko   Yeah, yeah... she's, uh, very lucky to have such a loving father... Faustin She is. She's an out of control bitch. [to Ilyena] Because of you, you pathetic mess. But I don't accept my daughter turning into a whore. Niko, she's at Firefly Island. Go there. If she's meeting up with that biker pimp boyfriend... kill him. [Niko leaves.] Faustin Find Dimitri for me. Sergei Okay. Faustin Have him call me. Sergei Sure. Faustin Go. Sergei Alright.

<cutscene - in a small alleyway on Firefly Island>

Anna   Am I property of the Lost now? Jason  Ha... if you were property then all the brothers would get to share you. I want you all to myself. Niko   Get away from Mr. Faustin's daughter. Jason  Fuck you, this ain't Russia and we ain't communists. Anna   Tell my father I can see whoever I like. Jason  I'm gonna get the brothers, and we're gonna kick your fucking ass.

<Niko steals a bike and pursues him to Willis.>

<cutscene - along Tudor Street in Willis>

[Several Lost bikers drive up alongside, Niko following from far back.] Jason  Hey, let's mess this commie asshole up. He fucked with me, he fucked with all the Lost.

<They get off their bikes in Meadows Park. Niko guns them all down.>

<phonecall to Faustin>

Niko   I've killed the biker. I don't know how happy your daughter will be. Faustin I don't care about her happiness. I care about discipline and loyalty. Thank you, Niko.

--- RIGGED TO BLOW (#mf4) ---

<cutscene - at Faustin's house>

[Niko knocks, presses the doorbell.] Niko   Hello. Ilyena Hello. Niko   Is Mikhail home? Ilyena No. He's out. Niko   Okay. Should I wait ouside? Ilyena No, no, come in. Niko   Oh, thank you. Ilyena You're welcome. [He enters.] Ilyena Sit down. Niko   Thank you. Ilyena You want some tea? Niko   Sure. Ilyena Mikhail doesn't let me use this anymore, says it makes us look like barbarians. Uncivilized. Like immigrants Niko   Oh yeah? Ilyena I know what you're thinking, it is a bit funny coming from him! He did not used to be like this. When we were young, at home, he was beautiful. He was happy... he made me happy. But um... then something changed... years ago. I never quite knew what it was. So many years I       wondered what it was. Or what was wrong with me, that I did not see it       in him, or... I changed him. Niko   Life is complicated. I... I never thought I'd live like this. Ilyena No? Niko    When the war came, I did bad things. And after the war, I thought nothing of doing bad things. I killed people, smuggled people, sold people. Ilyena And you don't worry about your soul? Niko   After you walk into a village, and you see fifty children, all sitting neatly in a row against the church wall, each with their throats cut and their hands chopped off, you realize that the creature that could do this doesn't have a soul. Ilyena God is very complicated. You mustn't give up hope... Niko   Well, I don't know about that. [Dimitri and Faustin walk in.] Dimitri [translated] Hello, Ilyena. Ilyena [translated] Hello. Faustin What is that? I tell you one thing and then you ignore me! You stupid bitch! [Faustin throws the tea pot from the table. Ilyena runs from the room.] Faustin Niko Bellic, baby... good to see you. Niko   Yeah, you too. What did you want? Faustin I want you to teach people to listen to me. Dimitri You want him to get us the money. Faustin Fuck the money. Dimitri Mikhail, please calm down. We're already in a lot of trouble. I don't       know if I can smooth things over with Petrovic. Faustin Fuck him, and fuck you. Who are you? My daddy? Get the fuck out of my       house. Dimitri Mikhail! Faustin Get out. [Dimitri leaves.] Niko   So, what do you want? Faustin This prick who owes me money owns a garage in Chase Point. I want you to pick up a truck and take it to him. Call me when you get to the truck. It's in Schottler on Montauk Avenue. Go. Get out of here.

<phonecall to Faustin - from the truck>

Niko   Mr. Faustin, I have the truck. Faustin Drive it over to the garage on the corner of Guantanamo and Windmill. Park up inside. Niko   Sure. What am I delivering? Faustin When it's inside, trigger the explosive. Should blow up good. Maybe you be careful on the drive over. Is pretty volatile stuff. Niko   Explosive? What the fuck?

<phonecall from Roman - mid-drive>

Roman  Niko, it's Roman. We should go and get drunk together. Niko   Roman, I'm nervous enough about driving a truck full of explosives around the city for Mikhail Faustin. He's out of control. Anyway, I'm       sorry but if I get drunk with you and then drive this thing I'll        definitely blow myself up. Catch you later, cousin.

<Niko parks the truck inside the garage, triggers the bomb, then sprints back to the sidewalk shortly before it explodes. The Russian owner of the garage immediately shows up and makes a phonecall.>

Owner  [to phone] Kenny, Kenny, look. The garage... [translated] It's burning. Everything is gone... No, Mr. Petrovic, this was definitely not an       accident. My whole fucking business...

<phonecall to Faustin>

Niko   I've blown that place up, but don't pull that shit on me again. Maybe I       don't want to drive around while sitting on an atom bomb? Faustin I thought you were the ice cold killer? I thought nothing scares you, man? Pussy. Hasn't anyone got any balls? You and Dimitri, you'd be       nothing without me... nothing. This is how you treat me...

--- THE MASTER AND THE MOLOTOV (#dr1) ---

<text message from Dimitri>

We need to talk. I'll be on the Firefly Island Boardwalk. Your friend, Dimitri.

<cutscene - at a bench on the boardwalk>

Niko   Dimitri. Dimitri Hey. Sit down. Niko   What's the problem? Dimitri What do you think? Niko   Mikhail. Mr. Faustin. Dimitri Uh huh. You're given a choice, kill your best friend, or die... what do       you do? Niko   And there is no way out? Dimitri Not now. Not after you killed Petrovic's son. Niko   You don't have any family. You could run. Dimitri Wherever you go, people will find you, if they want to badly enough. And for this they want blood. Niko   But you and Mikhail, you have so much history. Dimitri Sure. Niko   Well I killed the boy, so they want me too. Dimitri No. I told them you were a hired gun. And they said as long as you were the one to kill him, you'd be spared. Niko   So that's the way it is? Dimitri Yes, that's the way it is. He'll be leaving his house in a little while and heading for the club. Do what you have to do... You know, if there is one thing I have learned, it's that we must obey the rules of the game. We can pick the game, Niko Bellic, but we cannot change the rules. See you later.

<text message from Dimitri>

Niko - there can be no mistakes with this. Mikhail is a dangerous man. I have left some protection for you around the side of the club. Your friend, Dimitri.

<cutscene - within Perestroika>

[As Niko walks in, two of Faustin's men come forward to stop him.] Faustin Niko. Niko Bellic. You and Dimitri are taking over, no? Niko   This is not about taking over. You brought this on yourself. You pushed things too far. Faustin You would be dead if it wasn't for me. That is what Dimitri wanted when you killed Vlad. Dimitri, my brother. You see this? [He holds up his palm.] Faustin This tattoo says we are brothers for life, and now he betrays me... Niko   You didn't give him a choice. You should have been calm. Faustin No one, not Dimitri, not anyone tells me to calm. You think Dimitri would have survived prison without me? He'd just be some prison queen, had I not been there. Meat for some gym monkey! I am not dead yet. Some are still loyal to me... Guards!

<Niko guns through the Russian mobsters and chases Faustin out the back, then up to the roof of the club. There, Faustin drops his weapon.>

Faustin Betrayed, betrayed by Dimitri and by you. Too kind, that's what I was, too kind. I let the snakes into the nest and they destroyed everything. I gave them everything and they took everything from me. Now they've       sent you to take the only thing I have left. You have me cornered. There is nowhere for me to go. Niko   You betrayed yourself, Mr. Faustin.

<execute Faustin>

[Niko shoots him in the knee, then in the chest. He falls back over the edge of the roof.]

<phonecall to Dimitri>

Niko   Faustin is dead. Dimitri You did a good thing. A hard thing, but a good thing. Hopefully this will mean peace with Petrovic.

--- RUSSIAN REVOLUTION (#dr2) ---

<phonecall from Dimitri>

Niko   Dimitri, you got my money? Dimitri I have it. Meet me at the warehouse on Mohanet in Downtown Broker. Come alone.

<phonecall from Jacob>

Jacob  Alright me breda, me hear dem Russian is seriously vexed wit ya. Niko   I only pissed off one, he's dead. I'm going to meet Dimitri to collect on the hit. Jacob  Yo Niko, you better watch ya back ya know. Me know ya wicked but dem boy dem are some dog heart ya know. Niko   I'm not afraid of him. Jacob  Yo, what eyes can't see, me heart can't leap at ya know. Me ah come wit you. Where's da place? Niko   A warehouse on Mohanet. Jacob  I know de one. Me see ya around da back.

<cutscene - at the warehouse>

Niko   Sharp eyes, huh? Jacob  You dunno? Me have it, seen, star? [Niko enters the warehouse; Jacob waits behind the entrance.] Dimitri Hey, Niko. Glad you could make it. Niko   Yes. You got the money? Dimitri Sure. But I just wanted to say how grateful me and my bosses are for what you did. Niko   Good. Dimitri Yes. And I just wanted to check something with you. Niko   Okay. Dimitri You are Niko Bellic, correct? Niko   What is this? Dimitri And you used to work the coast in the Mediterranean, smuggling people into Italy? Niko   I don't know what you're talking about. Dimitri But you messed up... and left a lot of bad debt. You left a good friend of mine out of pocket, big time. [Bulgarin steps out from the shadows, and several Russian mobsters begin to surround Niko.] Bulgar Hello, Niko. Niko   Hello... Mr. Bulgarin. Jacob  [to self] Ras. Dimitri Where's our money? Niko   I don't know. I didn't rob you. Bulgar Really? Niko   We were busted a mile off the coast. I had to swim for my life. I don't       know what happened. I nearly drowned. Bulgar My heart is bleeding. Niko   I did my best! I didn't fuck up! Bulgar [translated] Remove him.

<Niko and Jacob fight through Russians scattered around the warehouse.>

Niko   Shit, Dimitri and Bulgarin are leaving. Can you hold these men while I       go after? Jacob  Just easy man! The place rammed full man, you'll get us killed my       youth. We can catch dem later. Their time will come, trust me. Niko   Alright.

<Dimitri and Bulgarin escape during the firefight, and police soon show up outside.>

Jacob  Bumba clot, Babylon! Mek we step outta de place. Yo, mek we go back a       the cafe, seen? But not till we lose Babylon car, sight? Niko   Sight.

<driving - escaping the police - A>

Jacob  Everyting crash back dere. Babylon all over de place, lose them. Niko   I'm trying to fucking lose them. Jacob  Now, who fucked up de game back der? What went wrong? Niko   I don't fucking know and I can't think about it now. I need to shake these fucking pigs. Jacob  Babylon just ah hold a man down. Ya a righteous dread ya know Niko.

<driving - escaping the police - B>

Jacob  Yo, that was some righteous fuckery, nuh true rasta? Niko   It ain't fucking over. We need to lose these cops. Jacob  Seen, bredren, seen. Niko   When I next see Dimitri, he is dead man. I will find him. Jacob  Is some pure almshouse a gwaan, Niko.

Jacob  Yo, ya lose Babylon man, forward back ah cafe now. I need fe black up       some more.

<driving - going to the cafe - A>

Jacob  I told you Dimitri was a snake in de grass. Niko   I didn't know that Mr. Bulgarin was here in Liberty City. If I could have killed them all then and there... Jacob  Just chill Niko man, one at a time. Wan wan coco full baskit, seen? We       find out where Dimitri is and then bam! We take the rest of dem out. Just keep ya head down til then. Niko   Fucking Dimitri, made me kill Faustin then he sell me down the river. Jacob  Just cool Niko, di boy's a ginnal, yuh nah see? He gonna make his own downfall. De higher da monkey climb da more him expose him batty hole, ya see it? Niko   I will bring Dimitri down myself. I promise you this.

<driving - going to the cafe - B>

Jacob  Fuckery, just pure fuckery and ting. Niko   It is fucked. Dimitri can do this to me because he has connections here. I only have Roman. Dimitri and Bulgarin. This is not something I       expected. Jacob  And who is Bulgarin? Niko   An old employer. He lost much money and blamed me for it rather than taking responsibility. He was reaosn I had to leave Europe. Jacob  And now he's here, in Liberty City? Niko   It appears so.

Jacob  I going speak to Badman, you keep on the low, call Roman and get outta dis place. Niko   Thanks for your help, Jacob. Jacob  One love me breda.

<text message from Jacob - later on>

Cha! I still vexed about that dogheart Dimitri. You got them rude driving skills to get I and I away from there! Keep ya head down and keep in touch. Easy - LJ

--- ROMAN'S SORROW (#rb10) ---

<phonecall from Roman>

Roman  [quietly] Niko please come and meet me in the alleyway off of Hopper Street in EIC. Quickly cousin. Niko   Roman, what are you doing? Why are you whispering? I will be there soon.

<cutscene - in the alley off Hopper Street>

Niko   Roman? Roman? Where are you? Roman  [muffled] In here. I'm stuck. Let me out... Niko   Shit, man... [Niko opens up the trunk of his cab, and he gets out.] Niko   What are you doing in there? Roman  I got scared... people started calling the house and hanging up. You weren't answering your phone! What happened? Niko   We've got a big problem. Dimitri was not a man of his word. Roman  So we're dead? Niko   More or less. Roman  Everything was fine before you... Fine and now this. Thank you. Thanks a lot! Niko   [translated] I'm sorry. Roman  [translated] Whatever. What's done is done. Niko   Yes, but there's a bigger problem... Roman  What? Niko   That guy I owed money to, Bulgarin. Roman  Yes, the guy in Europe... who lives by the Adriatic. Niko   Yeah, yeah, he's here now. Roman  Great. Niko   I'm sorry... I've ruined your life. Roman  No. Don't be like that... we can find a way out of this... bunch of       idiot Russians... Niko   I will kill every one of them. Roman  No... that's exactly what you won't do. We don't have time for revenge. We can't afford it. Niko   What can we afford? Roman  We can lay low... and start over. Please... come on, let's go back to       the apartment.

<driving - going to the apartment - A>

Roman  We can pick up our stuff, and then get out of here. I'll call Mallorie, she might have somewhere we can hide out. [to phone] Hey beautiful... Listen, me and Niko are in a bit of trouble - need to get out of Broker a few days. Any of your cousins have a place we could use out in       Bohan?... You're an angel - beautfiul and kind. I love you. We'll see you there. [to Niko] Maybe things are not so bad. Niko   This, I did not expect. Roman  I was thinking about getting out of the cab business. Last night I had a dream... Niko   Really? Roman  Yes, you and I had a place of our own. A place where people come to eat and relax. A classy place. None of this fast-food, diner bullshit. We       own a real restaurant, a tavern. It is a place of distinction, you know? Niko   I can't see myself settling down. Roman  Not now, but in the dream you've met the right woman. She is beautiful. Pure like my Mallorie. In the dream Mallorie and me are married. Everything is perfect. This could be the start of that. A fresh beginning. Niko   All I know is we have to get as far from Dimitri and Bulgarin as we        can. Roman  We will, but I have left something important at the apartment. Something I must show you, cousin.

<driving - going to the apartment - B>

Roman  Is simple, we go and collect our stuff from the apartment and the depot. Then we shut everything up and get to Bohan. Niko   What are we going to do in Bohan? Pick up the whores on Chase Point? Maybe they will let us live with them in their crack dens. Roman  Even I would not go with those hookers on the point, cousin. You know what you can catch from those girls? Niko   I always put a saddle on a horse before I ride her, Roman. I won't       catch nothing. Roman  You are a sick fuck, cousin. No wonder half of Broker wants you dead. Niko   I am glad you have a sense of humor about this now. It was just a       joke... about the whores, you know? Roman  Sure it was, Niko. Sure it was. I will add that to the long list of       your secrets that are safe with me. Anyway, you will not have to become some crack whore's pimp. I get Mallorie to arrange place for us to stay in South Bohan. She has her local connections. Niko   Great.

Roman  Holy fuck, it's fucking burning. The whole place... I've got to go in, I've got to get something. Niko   Leave it, cousin. This place is gone. Roman  They burnt it... they fucking burnt it, Niko!

<driving - going to the cab depot>

Roman  Do you know how long it took me to get a place of my own? You got off the boat and I was here for you. Niko   I know you were. Roman  I get here and I had nothing, nobody. I worked my way up from the fucking dirt.

Roman  I've got nothing left. Not my home, not my business, nothing. They took it all. Niko   I'm sorry, Roman, I'm really sorry but we have to go. We'll meet Mallorie in Bohan. You still have her. Roman  And you, for all the good you've done me.

<driving - going up to the apartment in Bohan - A>

Roman  Do you know how long it took me to get set up here? You don't because it was easy for you. You had it all from day one. It took me months to       get some cash together. Finally I bought a cab and then another, then I       got the depot... I slept under my desk at that place for over a year...        then I got the apartment, the apartment you thought was so shitty. Well, it doesn't matter. Now it's gone along with everything else. Niko   I said I was sorry. Roman  You have a lot to apologize for. Since you got here I've had my       computer smashed, I've been beaten up, I was kidnapped and then shot in        the stomach, my apartment got burned down and so did my business. Things have been going so great, just great, since you showed up. Niko   You remember that time we went to the bar back home and found it razed to the ground? Just a pile of rubble... everything smashed, except for that one bottle of vodka. Roman  Yeah... we sat down and finished it off there and then. Wait... wait...       I don't want to talk about back home. We're here in America now and I       should be thinking about my life here, my life which is ruined. Just drive, shut up and drive. [to phone] Hey beautiful, what's up?... No, what do you mean?... I haven't been crying, it's my allergies. Niko's       wearing this new cologne... Yeah, trying to impress Michelle or       something. We're coming to your cousin's, are you there?... Great, see you in a bit, beautiful. [to Niko] My dream, it was just that... a       dream. I can't have the tavern now. I have nothing to buy it with. I       have, I have nothing. Niko   I told you, you still have Mallorie. Roman  But I wanted to really have her. I wanted to marry her. Niko   You can still do that. Roman  I had bought her a ring. That is what I wanted to show you. It was a       beautiful ring. It was worthy of her. Now I have nothing! Come on, Roman, pull yourself together. You've been here before. Positive mental attitude. Come on. Niko   At least they want me dead and not you. Roman  I do not think it would be much difference to them, Niko. One dead Bellic will give them a little bit of happiness while they wait for next. I do not care though. We are in this situation. We must deal with it. Bring on Bohan. Niko   Okay.

<driving - going up to the apartment in Bohan - B>

Roman  Do diamonds burn, cousin? How about gold, will that melt in a fire? Niko   Roman, you sound like you did in those emails you sent me before I        arrived here. Diamonds and gold? I am sorry that your worldly possessions have been destroyed, but you were not that rich a man. There were not diamonds and gold in that apartment. You probably would have gambled them away if there had been anyway. Roman  You add these insults to the injuries I have already suffered. Cruel, Niko, cruel. I do not speak of diamonds, but of one diamond and a band of gold. This was the engagement ring I bought for Mallorie. Niko   You and Mallorie are engaged? Roman  No, we are not. I was going to propose to her but it is no longer possible. I do not have a ring. It burnt in my apartment along with everything else. Niko   You do not need a ring to propose. Mallorie loves you for who you are, not for some ring. Roman  You are still new here, cousin. You do not understand. America is about showing what you have, you express yourself with money you spend. Niko   What are you expressing when you spend your money at backroom card games? Roman  I do not spend money at these games, I risk it for reward. I risk my       bets to win more so I can spend on the hot cars and the sharp clothes and my beautfiul Mallorie. Now, I have nothing to spend... nothing. Oh       yeah, I have you. Great. Niko   You have your life, Roman. You have a life which is worth a lot more than mine at the moment. Bulgarin and Dimitri shall not be happy that I       survived our meeting. Roman  You know what? I think maybe they might get me when going after you. That seems like the pattern of events since you got here. I am the one end up feeling the pain after you piss people off. Niko   I'm sorry, Roman. I tell you, I am sorry. I guess you cannot escape your past. Roman  Shit, man. You're right. You cannot escape the past. Only thing is       future, right? Must think about the future. A new apartment in South Bohan, another business, a bigger diamond for Mallorie. The future, yes? Niko   Only thing I see in my future is more people trying to kill me. And, perhaps, a date with the man I came to this city to find. The man who betrayed our village.

<at the apartment in South Bohan>

Roman  Here we are, the beginning of our new lives... again.

<cutscene - in the apartment>

Roman  Not so bad... I mean, I don't think we'll be impressing women with our wonderful hot tub, but, err, this looks okay... Niko   Yes, great! Roman  Come on, what's... what's wrong? Niko   What's wrong? What's wrong? Where should I start? Alright, I'll start with you - what's wrong with you? Fifteen minutes ago you were cowering in fear because you didn't know what was going to happen. Now, you know everything is shit and we are going to be killed, and you're all cheerful. I don't get it! Roman  I guess I'm an optimist. Niko   An idiot, not an optimist. Roman  I was bored of Broker anyway! I'm glad you turned up and made some Russian killers burn down my home and business! Oh yeah, thanks Niko! Thanks a bunch! Is that better? Niko   Much! [Mallorie runs in.] Mal    Thank God you're okay... both of you. Niko   We're fucked - we're broke and on the run. Mal    No, I'm from up here, Niko. I know a bunch of people who might be able to help out. Why don't you come and meet me at the community center later on? I've got to go to work. Bye, Pappy. And have a shower - you smell a little, erm, mature? [She leaves.] Roman  So... I guess we start again. Niko   Sure. I'm going out.

<phonecall from Dimitri - later on>

Dimitri Niko Bellic, we did not find your body with the others in the warehouse. Mr. Bulgarin and I were very disappointed. Niko   I was loyal to you, Dimitri. Why did you turn on me? Dimitri You think I could survive in a cesspit of a city like this by aligning myself with a bottom feeder like you? You, who has so many enemies? You robbed Bulgarin, you killed Mikhail. You know no more of loyalty than I       do. Niko   You know why I killed Faustin. It was not my choice. Dimitri I will find you, Niko. I have burnt you and your cousin out of Hove Beach. I will smoke you out of any other hiding place you have in this city. See you soon, Niko.

<phonecall from Brucie - later on>

Brucie Nicky, we got to talk serious. Niko   Alright man. If you want my advice, the only way you're going to get your balls back to normal is if you stop juicing or you get implants. Brucie How many times I have to tell you homie, my balls are golden. Okay? I       wanna talk about Roman. He's got a problem. He's gambling like an       animal. Online, in clubs, everywhere. You need to control your cousin bro. Niko   Roman's a grown up. He can look after himself, Brucie. Brucie He's getting involved with some serious cats, homie. Even people I       might think twice about dealing with. And I am one dangerous motherfucker, okay? Put him in Gamblers Anonymous or something. I'm       starting to think he's more interested in cards than chasing pussy. And that ain't cool. You dig? Niko   Sure, Brucie. Thanks for the heads up.

roman@eyefind.info Michelle

Niko, Listen, cousin, give that Michelle a call. I know she likes you, and you need to get some action. She's a nice girl. You've got her number - call her up. See ya later Roman

<email - positive reply>

Thanks for dating advice.

<email - negative reply>

I can think for myself, Roman. Thanks.

--- SEARCH AND DELETE (#bk1) ---

<phonecall from Roman>

Roman  Niko, it's Roman. I was talking to Brucie... Niko   That 'roid monkey? Roman  He is a good friend of mine, he'll be a good friend of yours too if you let him. Anyway, he's got some work and we are in need of money. Meet him at Brucie's Executive Autos on Mohanet in East Hook. If Mallorie calls you, we are bowling together. See you later.

<cutscene - at Brucie's garage>

Niko   Hey. [Lenny, a mechanic, is working underneath a car.] Niko   Hello? Lenny  I'm busy. Niko   I said hello! [He kicks Lenny. Lenny gets out.] Lenny  Ow! Motherfucker. Niko   Is your boss around? Lenny  What did you do that for? Niko   Is your boss around? Lenny  Yeah, he's around. [shouting] Brucie! Some fucking Polack asshole for you. Niko   Pleasure to meet you, too. Brucie He's not a Polack. He's a gentleman. Lenny  He's still a fucking asshole... [exits] Brucie Sorry, Nicky, man. How's things? Niko   Yeah... Brucie Sweet. [Brucie flails his arms in front of Niko in imitation of a martial art.] Brucie I got you, man! I'm big, but I'm also fast. Wake up, boy! Niko   Ooh, I'm sorry. Can you show me that again? [Niko grabs his arm as Brucie tries again, then twists it awkwardly.] Brucie Hey yah! Oh! Ah! Oh! Enough, man, enough! Oh! Whoo! Fuck me, man. Woo! Niko   You'll be alright, eh? Brucie That's some red army shit, serious. You gotta show me that one. I'm all about power. C'mon, touch my pecs, man. Niko   No, thank you. Brucie Rock hard. I bench four-fifty. I'm an animal. Niko   Yeah, yeah, yeah... Brucie Shit no shit. What you doing here, man? Niko   Well, Roman said maybe you needed some help, and we need some money real bad. Brucie Shit, my bad. Yeah, of course. Love that guy. Love him. I mean I am no       chubby chaser, but if I was, and a queer, that guy would be in trouble, you know what I mean? Niko   I'll let him know. Brucie Hey, I'm shitting with you. Brucie likes pussy. Remember that, alright? Niko   Okay... Brucie Alright now, Nicky, listen up. I know you guys need money, bad. Niko   Yeah... Brucie This ain't a nice job. Not exactly mom and pop shit. Niko   No problem, as long as the pay is good. Brucie Sometimes people fuck other people over, okay? And the people that fuck other people need to get fucked with. Especially people that go into hiding, before they can get on the stand and put a lot of guys inside for a lot of time. Niko   What? Brucie I need you to whack some people, only they're in hiding. Niko   How do I find them? Brucie Man, you're cold. You didn't even blink! Love that, I fucking love that! You gotta steal a police car, get on the computer, gimme a call. They're easy to hack. Niko   Not really. Alright, Brucie, I'll give you a call. Brucie Ice cold man! Ice cold!

<phonecall to Brucie - from a police car>

Niko   I'm here. I have a computer. Brucie You're a badass, man. I love it. Now this cat's name's Lyle Rivas. Type it into the computer and you should get some "known whereabouts" and shit. I'd take him out myself but when people see me coming they fucking run, man. Know what I'm saying? Cats don't want to mess with someone packing twenty-four inch guns like mine baby. Yeah! Niko   I'll track down this Rivas. Brucie Cold, man... I'm feeling chills down the phone. Call me when it's done, bro.

<Niko uses the police computer to locate Lyle.>

<cutscene - at the apartment in Rotterdam Hill>

Niko   Lyle Rivas? I got a message from Brucie for you. Lyle   Brucie? I thought he was fucking joking... shit. [Lyle hops out the window and runs for his car.]

<Niko drives after Lyle, all the way around Dukes and up to Bohan, where he eventually kills him.>

<phonecall to Brucie>

Niko   You should not worry about Rivas any more. Brucie Lethal, man. A lot of people are going to be very grateful that certain people who fucked with them can't say things to other people or fuck with anyone anymore. If you get me? Niko   I get the money you're paying. Brucie You're all about the cabbage, I mean, the lettuce, the lettuce! Ice cold, man. I love it. There'll be some more work when you need it.

<text message from Brucie - later on>

Ice cold motherfucker like you should look into doing some vigilante work for $, bro. Cops are outsourcing that shit to private contractors. Check it out next time you hack a Police Computer. - B

--- EASY AS CAN BE (#bk2) ---

<text message from Brucie>

Bro, come see me at my crib in BOABO. Stay Alpha. - B

<cutscene - at Brucie's apartment>

[Brucie's doing workouts.] Brucie Thirty-one, thirty-two, thirty-three, thirty-five... Girl   There's someone here to see you... Brucie I'm working out! Thirty-six, thirty-seven... Niko   Hey, Brucie. Brucie Niko! One second... Forty. Why didn't you tell me it was Niko? Why? Man, women. Man. Women. [Brucie starts attacking a punching bag.] Brucie Yeah! Man, I'm ready for you, Nicky, I'm ready. I'm ready for fucking anything. [He hurts his hand.] Brucie Ah, motherfuckers... Niko   Are you alright? You seem a little tense. Brucie Yeah! Sorry. I'm just juicing, makes me a little pent up. Niko   Juicing? Brucie Yeah. Bull shark testosterone, amigo. Ordered online from Chile. Makes you feel really... male. Niko   Be careful, man. I heard that stuff does funny things to your balls. Brucie Hey. Do I look like I got funny balls to you? Niko   [laughing] I haven't considered it. You sent me a message. What do you want? Brucie I want help! I'm losing the plot here! Pause. No, I'm shitting you, man. Now look, you did really good with that thing. A lot of people are very grateful. Now listen. That guy, Lyle, had a car worth stealing. Can you get it? He left it in an alleyway off of Yorktown Avenue in       Steinway. Niko   If you pay like last time, no problem. Brucie Yeah, of course. Niko   Any risks? Brucie Nah. Easy as can be. Niko   Okay... I'll just go take care of it, then. Brucie Yeah! [Brucie hops back into doing workouts as Niko leaves.] Girl   Bye.

<cutscene - in the alley off Yorktown Avenue>

[Niko gets in the car. Two other cars pull up at opposite ends of the alley.] Niko   No risks Brucie? Maybe this juicing is fucking with your head. Guy 1  He trying to take Lyle's ride. Guy 2  I'm not gonna let you take this car.

<cutscene - at Brucie's garage, after losing the pursuers>

Niko   Brucie asked me to bring this by, you're lucky it looks as good as it        does. Lenny  Only thing Brucie thinks is good looking is himself. In the mirror. Thanks.

<phonecall to Brucie>

Niko   The car is in your lockup. It was not so easy. People were waiting for me. Brucie Shit man. If I'd known it'd be like that then I'd have gone to get it. People don't fuck with Brucie. I mean, you're cool though. You made it       man. You got them mad Red Army driving skills. I'll sort you out with some big rims... spinning ones. Crazy original styles. You know, we'll       cruise, we'll hang, alright, alright? Thanks, homie, thanks.

--- OUT OF THE CLOSET... (#bk3) ---

<text message from Brucie>

NB, I've been in touch with Roman. Get here soon, bro. We need the three most dangerous, blinging, hardcore mother fuckers in the whole of Liberty City to be rolling in the same room together. For real. - B

<cutscene - at Brucie's apartment>

Roman  Hey, man. Niko   Hey, guys. Brucie [doing situps] Fifty-nine... sixty... [Brucie runs up to Niko.] Brucie Hey! Hit me. Niko   What? Brucie Hit me, come on! [Niko punches him in the gut.] Brucie [limping off] Ohh, motherfuckers... Roman  Niko, you wanna go on a date? Niko   Ehh... Roman  Come on. What's wrong with you? Niko   Okay. Who is she? Roman  That's the thing, it's a guy. Niko   Fuck you. Brucie No. Dude, listen! The cousin of that guy you killed, Lyle Rivas, owes me a lot of money. And the dick won't pay. Instead he's said he's going to have me killed, that bitch. Hi-ah! [Brucie headbutts the wall, leaving a large blood stain.] Roman  Brucie, you got to chill. For real. Brucie Yeah, yeah, yeah... Roman  Now listen, NB, this guy is in hiding. But - he's a serious co... Brucie He's a serious cockhound. Niko   Oh. So you think of me. Brucie No! But the guy knows me, and I don't think anyone would date that fat Slav. Roman  So, I'm just doing your profile. [on a laptop] Niko   Alright, let me see... I am a "vulnerable guy who needs to be held by       big strong arms"? Roman  Yeah. Niko   You got to be kidding me! Roman  I knew we should have made him a giver not a taker, Brucie! Brucie Oh, shut up! Now listen, Nicky... I need you. And I will pay heavily for this. Niko   Okay. And Roman, cousin? You're a dick. [On his way out, Niko jumps at Brucie just to make him flinch.] Brucie Ahh! Nicky!

<phonecall to Brucie - at the cafe>

Niko   Alright, man. I'm at the internet cafe. What now? Brucie The website is Love-meet. Go to it, bro. The guy you want a date with is using French Tom as his screen name. You're an animal, man. Eat him alive, okay?

<Niko finds French Tom and sends a date request.>

<email - later on>

roman@eyefind.info Thanks

Niko, Listen, thanks for doing that. I didn't think you'd mind dating a guy after all that time in the merchant navy. Brucie is really grateful. He'll be a good contact for us. Anyway, listen, I know you'll be mad, but I've been having a run of bad luck. The thing about luck is it changed, so maybe you can bail me out? Nothing crazy. Think of it as an investment. I hereby make you a minority shareholder in R.B.E. - I'm the C.E.O. - we're in business, cousin! See ya later Roman

<email - positive reply>

Roman, how are you ever going to rule the world if you gamble every cent you get away?

<email - negative reply>

You're a moron. Stop gambling. You don't have bad luck, you have bad judgement.

--- ...OUT OF THE CLOSET (#bk4) ---

<text message from Roman>

Niko, have you heard from your boyfriend yet? Check your email at the TW@ internet cafe. Rom

<text message from Roman>

NB - you been on your gay date yet? I know you want to do it! Don't be nervous and check your emails. - Rom

frenchtom68@love-meet.net RE: Date Request with French Tom

Hello there! Just saw you were interested in yours truly. Get in line. To be honest, my inbox has been filling up every ten seconds since I put up the ad. I was just sending out a load of rejections when I saw you, and you don't look like the other guys. Well, you don't seem poor or fat so that's a start! This boy is too good for those losers. I mean, come on! How about you stop by the 69th Street Diner in Hove? Bring your wallet, because you are picking up the check. I'll wear a red rose. I'm usually there around [time]. Ciao, Tom Rivas

<email - positive reply>

I'll be there. - N

<email - negative reply>

Maybe some other time. - N

<email - if you reply negatively or fail to show up>

frenchtom68@love-meet.net RE: Date Request with French Tom

Hello! I had no idea how many poor and ugly people there were in LC before I started this internet dating thing. It's yuk! Should have stuck to picking up closeted politicians at Hercules. At least then you can squeeze a few g outta em while getting satisfied. Anyway, you're the best of a bad bunch on this site so I can forgive what you did before. Come by the 69th Street Diner with your wallet and maybe I'll forget about how you just wasted my time. I'm usually there around [time]. See ya later, Tom Rivas

<Niko sits down in the diner across from French Tom and listens to him rant.>

French Hey, are you my date? Thank God! You never know who's going to turn up       when you've met someone online. Niko   Yeah. All sorts of sickos can use the internet. You have to be careful. I'm Niko. French So Niko, what do you do? Niko   I do a lot of things. What's your job? French Job? Job? Everyone's talking about this Job guy. I haven't met him and I don't want to. Mr. Job sounds like an asshole. Niko   Really. What type of man do you want to meet? French One with a lot of money. Do you know Gay Tony? Runs Hercules and Maisonette 9. I'll tell you a secret; he pretends to have the dollars but he's broke as hell - the loser. If there's one thing that I hate more than fat people and cripples, it is poor guys. Niko   Is that why you borrow money that you can't pay back? French What're you talking about? How the fuck do you know who I pay and don't       pay back? Fuck you, bitch. You ain't miss thing. You can't tell me shit about who I am. Niko   I'm just here to do a job. People in this world need to work. And my       work is getting rid of you. French I wouldn't fuck a scummy immigrant like you anyway.

<Niko kills French Tom.>

<phonecall to Brucie>

Brucie How was your date, bro? Niko   Not so good. I don't think we'll be seeing each other again. I don't       think he'll be seeing anyone. Brucie Nicky, you're an animal. Anyway, your profile is still up there, bro. There's all sorts of crazy bitches on that site you can get into. Real freaks, you know? I'd be getting involved in that internet dating shit but I only date models, you know? Or VIPs who could be models. Not many of them online, yeah? Catch you later, big guy. Laters.

<text message from Brucie - later on>

Read about your "hot date" on the Liberty Tree website, bro. That shit says you looked older, you gotta get some work done. Bro, I got shots the whole time. Don't get ashamed about looking good. - B

--- NO. 1 (#bk5) ---

<cutscene - at Brucie's garage>

Niko   Hey, Brucie, what's up? Brucie Hey, Niko B, come here. Show me the love. Man hug time. Niko   Hey, enough, alright? Brucie Whoa, whoa, what are we about here, you and me? Niko   I don't know... Brucie What are we about, boy? Niko   I'm an immigrant, and a hired gun, and you're a steroid junkie, but we        get along. Brucie No! Not that stuff, that's superficial. I'm talking about the real shit. Niko   What? Brucie We're winners, man. fucking winners. That's how we roll, brother. Bling, check. Bodies, check. Paper, check. That's how we roll, bitches. The boss... [posing with arms crossed] Niko   Are you alright? Too much bullshark testosterone up the ass? Brucie Fuck you. Fuck you, man. Hey, check this out. Lenny! Lenny! Is the bitch ready? Lenny  Well, she's very shiny. Brucie Look at her and weep tears of pure gold. Motherfuckers. Come on now! Let's go show some people... just how we roll. Yeah, alright... Come on, get in! [trying to start car] Come on, start, you... Shit! Niko   Pure gold, eh, big man? Brucie Lenny, you're a fucking asshole. What is this? What is this? Lenny  You tuned her yourself! Brucie Well what should I do? I mean, I need a flashy car. People are going to       think I'm a no nut bullshitter if I fail to deliver here. Lenny  How about Steve's car? Brucie Yes. I'll call him on the way! Niko, can you drive us to Freetown Avenue in Willis? Niko   Yes. Brucie Come on. Let's roll, bitches! Woo!

<driving - heading to the car in Willis>

Brucie Hey Nicky, I'm just gonna hit this guy up. [to phone] Stevie, you serious hunk of lady-killing muscle, me and a friend need to borrow your car... the sweet one. It'll be cool, baby - ice cool. You know Brucie. What? Outside? Great. Stay strapped bro. [hangs up] Niko   Your friend is fine with us taking it? He doesn't think we're going to       trash it or nothing? Brucie Stevie knows that he can trust Brucie with anything. He'll look after shit. Trust Brucie with anything but your girlfriend, man. And you can't be so sure he'll look after her. At least not the way you want her to be looked after, you get what I mean? You know? Niko   That's real cool, Brucie. Brucie I'm just joking, man. Brucie wouldn't fuck another man's bitch. He's       got too many women after him already to waste time with taken pussy. Niko   That's good to know. I'll definitely ask you to chaperone any girlfriend of mine. Brucie Who are you kidding, Nicky? You and me aren't girlfriend types. We...       we see bitches but we can't get tied down. We gotta get out there bro. Spread our seed in as many fields as we can. Niko   I don't know. If I met the right girl sometime... Brucie That's what I say when people ask me if the juice has given me funny balls, you know? How would I be able to get with so many chicks if my       balls were funny? Come on, man. Think about it. Niko   Brucie, I don't need to think about your balls, I'm cool.

Brucie Here we are, see what I mean? Sweet.

<driving - heading to the starting line>

Brucie We're going to dominate this shit. Dominate man. I've got good feelings about this. We're gonna win this for sure brother! Niko   Yeah, you got some faith in me Brucie. Brucie There's no other place than first, Nicky. The rest of that shit don't       count, ok. I got the best body, I get the hottest pussy, I ride the flyest cars. I'm number one, man. I'll burn your village and eat your children. I'm fucking intense man! Niko   Yeah, intense is the word.

Brucie Here we be. You ready to feel the Gs? Your skin looks really rough man, you had some help? A little botulism special there? I like that homie. You want a shot when we get back? Niko   I'm fine.

Brucie Intense, intense, I fucking love you man. Number one. Good driving. How do I look? Pretty good, right? Niko   Yeah, pretty good. Brucie Take me back to my apartment, man. I'm feeling jacked. I wanna hit the weights. Now.

<driving - returning Brucie to his place - A>

Brucie You know what Niko, you can keep this car. You earned it and I can't       have my boy rolling in anything but serious genetically different winner style, you know? Niko   I thought it belonged to Steve? Brucie Fuck Steve, you are the man, man. You are number one. You won this shit anyway. I'll give Steve the bitch. Niko   The bitch don't work too good. Brucie Don't worry about that. Brucie has the magic fingers. They only touch prime engines and hot models. No cellulite. Okay VIP only, read my       lips, I'm a winner. And when they touch. Shit, they work some serious magic bro. Niko   What is it that you do, Brucie? Are you a mechanic? I don't get it. Brucie I'm a businessman, an entrepreneur. I make shit happen. Niko   Sure, but you seem kind of legit. Why do you need guys killed? Brucie Of course I'm legit. Have you seen my delts? That shit is as legitimate as it gets! Niko   What about those guys you need killed? Brucie Fuck Nicky, you know Brucie. He's number one. It's lonely at the top. Sometimes, the juice, it just takes control, okay. The red mist descends and I need shit to happen to people. Niko   Are you talking about fucking 'roid rage? Is that why I killed those men? Brucie They were bad cats, Nicky. Maybe the juice meant I wasn't as patient as       I should have been. But you know, as a businessman, I can't let people get away with that shit. I need to be firm. Niko   Look Brucie, I like you and I think we should hang out but I don't want to work with you no more. I can't go around fucking people up because you've over done it on the juice. Brucie Alright, Nicky, man. I'm feeling you, ok? You don't wanna let our business thing get in the way of our personal relationship. That's all good man. Niko   Cool.

<driving - returning Brucie to his place - B>

Brucie You're an animal, Nicky. I love you. I love you so much that you can have this car. Take it, as a gift. Niko   Hate to break it to you Brucie, but this car ain't yours to give. Brucie What's Stevie's is mine man, it's all cool. This car is a weapon. Take it out on the town and use it on the bitches. Alright? They'll fall at       your feet bro. It'll be a massacre. A fucking feeding frenzy. Niko   Yeah, I can't wait. Brucie You know what I call this thing? A weapon of mass seduction. It's good to keep this kind of thing around, you know? A bitch sees your cut body - she's interested. Then she clocks you dropping the readies at the bar - she's real interested. Now, you take her home in this thing - it's       over. bitch don't know what hit her, man. Niko   What hit her? That could be your date rape drugs kicking in. Brucie Funny, man. The only drugs I roll with are the 'roids man. And they ain't even drugs. They're not even bad for you. It's like a hundred percent natural. People say I've got 'roid rage but that's fucking bullshit. Bullshit! Bullshit! Niko   No. No rage at all. Brucie Maybe those guys I got you to kill. Maybe another person wouldn't have done that, alright? But, fuck it. They made me angry, so you iced them. That ain't 'roid rage. That's just the way shit works. Niko   It sounds like you got me to kill a load of guys because you were juicing too hard. Shit, man. You're cool, Brucie. I like you. But I       don't want to work for you no more. We can hang out, but I'm not killing anyone else because you've got the rage. Brucie Alright, Nicky. Alright. You wanted some money and I helped you out. That's all good. I like the fact that we're just gonna be friends now. You know? None of this money shit to get in the way. Niko   Sounds good to me.

<at Brucie's place>

Brucie Nicky, I feel like we really bonded back there. I'm close to you, man. You let me inside. You let your armor down, you know? We had a moment, man. Call me and we'll hang. Niko   Sure we did.

<phonecall from Brucie - later on>

Brucie Nicky, you animal. The guys we raced the other day want a rematch. They liked your shit, man. Niko   Cool, I guess. Brucie Any time you want to race, give me a call and I'll hit you up with a        location. Peace, man.

--- ESCUELA OF THE STREETS (#me1) ---

<cutscene - at the South Bohan community center>

[Jay's trying to film Manny and the dancers behind him.] Jay    This is the one, man - we're gonna get a really nice shot of them, it's        going to be beautiful. I mean, you taught them these moves, right? Manny  No. Jay     We wanna make sure that we see them, okay, but we want to see you, too. Manny  Okay. Just film it, man. Jay    Okay, well just keep looking at me, but stand over there, okay? Manny  You mean here? Jay    Yes. Yes, yes, yes. Very good. Cool. Manny  Okay, go. Jay    Yeah, beautiful, beautiufl, alright. Manny  You ready for this? Jay    Yes I am. Turn this way please? Turn this way. Yeah. Looking at me. Manny  [to dancers] Five, six, seven and eight. Let me see you work! Jay    Good, good, good. Right over here. Manny  This way? Jay    Yes, good, good, perfect, cool, cool, cool. Manny  So how do I look, man? Jay    You look good. Manny  Do I look gay? Jay    No, no, not at all. It's a very manly kind of dancing. Manny  Okay, so here we go then... yeah... See, it's the streets man, but people gotta understand the struggles... for real, you know what I'm       saying? They gotta understand the struggles, yeah... [Niko enters.] Mal    Oh, hey, Niko! [to Manny] This is my boyfriend's cousin, the guy I was telling you about, Niko. [to Niko] How's my Roman doing, anyway? Niko   For a guy who just lost his home and his business and who now has a        price on his head? Pretty good. Mal    I love his optimism. So, Niko, this is Manny - we grew up together. Manny  Hey, yeah, yeah, yeah. Whassup, man? Streets, man. Hi. Niko   Hi. Mal    This is the guy I told you about... who beat up all those thugs in       Broker? Manny  Yeah? Great! Listen, Mallorie, would you, uh, give us a little space please? Thanks. Mal    Alright, alright... Manny  Ok, yeah, great, so, eh, so you know streets take no prisoners, right? But, you know, kids need hope. You know what I'm saying? Niko   Not really. Manny  Yeah, well, you know, sometimes you gotta break some omelets to make some eggs, you know what I'm saying? Niko   Okay. And? [turning away from the camera] Manny  Yeah, well, you know, we gotta clean up some eggs, brother. We gotta clean 'em up. Yeah here, right here, right here, turn around, man, right here. Jay    [to camera] Here Manny Escuela is rapping with a street accomplice about cleaning up the streets of Bohan. Manny  Yeah! Niko   Turn that off. Jay    [to camera] These criminals are... Manny  Wait, wait, wait a second. Jay    [to camera] trying to reform their neighbourhood. Manny  Wait! hey, hold on a second, man! Wha... Jay    Hey, hey! Please, please, what are you doing? Hey! My... cam... [Niko wrestles the camera from Jay and throws it to the ground.] Jay    Manny! Niko   Sorry. Manny  [to dancers] Ok everyone, that'll be all for today, that was great. Thank you very much, that'll be all for today, thanks a lot. [to Niko] What are you doing? Niko   What were you saying? Manny  We gotta get some of these dealers off the streets, man, you know? And I want them to know it was me, man. Niko   Fine, just don't point the camera at me when you're doing it. Manny  Well, that's my testimony, man. Look, brother, will you help? Please? Look, I got money. I got... I got money. Niko   In which case you've got help. Manny  Good! [to Jay] Alright, hey, how's the camera? Jay    It's not good. Manny  Wh... what do you mean it's not good? Can you tape us...? Jay    Just don't even. Manny  Okay. Alright, okay, well listen, look... here's what we're gonna do. We're gonna get all these dealers off the streets and we're gonna kick their ass and they're gonna know it was me...

Manny  Last I hear these dealers was up on Grand Boulevard. Let's go take a       look, man.

<driving - going to Grand Boulevard - A>

Manny  So you and Mallorie is tight, huh? She and your cousin is together now. I love that girl, man. I love her, man. Your cousin better not be       messing with her head. He going to propose, right? He's going to make an honest woman of her, right? Niko   I think that's as much of a decision of Mallorie's as it is Roman's. I        don't know if he's grown up enough to make a good husband. What's it to       you anyway? I didn't know you and Mallorie was that close. Manny  Shit, man. Manny's close to everyone who grew up on the streets of       South Bohan, man. They my people, alright? Niko   Sure.

<driving - going to Grand Boulevard - B>

Manny  I like your vibe, man. I like it. You're out to make money but you want to make a difference too, man. Best of both worlds, man. I see myself that way, man. An entrepreneur who's gonna clean this shit up. Money and respect. Philanthropicalism, man, like one of them rich guys who makes computers and cures AIDS and shit. That's us, man, only at a       street level. Niko   Me, I'm just after the money. No amount of scrubbing is going to get this town clean. What I seen of it at least. Manny  Yeah, I'm an entrepreneur, man. You got to have money if people is       gonna respect you out there, man. The kids have to look up to me, man. To know that the clean path is the good path. You hear me? Niko   Sure, but I don't think you hear me. Manny  It's for the kids, man. Believe that.

<at the dealer's place>

Manny  The dealer and his drug wagon are up there. Pull up behind and we wait.

<dealer gets in his car and drives>

Manny  There he be. We gots to follow him to them other leeches, man. They be       sucking the damn life out of these streets.

<driving - following the dealer - A>

Niko   You know, when I was stalking this girl in Europe, I found that two car lengths was the best distance. Manny  You know, these streets is mine, man! I can feel them flowing through my veins. Niko   You sound like you got something else in your veins. Manny  I ain't touched that shit in years. Who you been talking to, man? I'm       clean, man. Serene. Fucking serene. Niko   Oh, I'm sorry. Manny  You ever thought about doing some TV? You might be able to get a series off the back of mine, you know? Niko Bellic: Street Justice, bro! Niko   Not really my scene. Manny  Just wait 'til you see your face on the screen, man. Maybe you change your mind then! Niko   I always wanted to be a well-known idiot. Manny  People say to me, "Manny why you do this? Why you want to clean up the        streets so bad? What's your passion?" Niko   Do you tell them "To get famous."? Manny  It's for the love, man. They know me coz I help people, man. I'm all love for these streets.

<driving - following the dealer - B>

Niko   Apparently the mob teaches people to stay two car lengths behind a        target. Manny  I don't know why the people out there want to hurt people man? Want to       hurt these streets, man. They live and breathe. You cut them and they bleed. Man, that was good. I should write that down. You got a pen? Niko   I am afraid not. Manny  How come whenever I say something that really sings. You know, when I       really start talking the truth, how come Jay's not around man? He       should be filming me every second. Niko   He's not around because I'd break his camera if he shoved it in my face again. Manny  Chill, Niko. You got to get used to being filmed man. You think Jesus started breaking shit up when those disciples followed him around with a bit of parchment. This film is my gospel, man. The gospel of the streets. Shit, how about that for a title? "Manny's Street Gospel" man. I wish I had a damn pen. Fuck, man.

Manny  Looks like he about to stop yo. You best pull up behind him, man. Follow him into that warehouse and get rid of the dealers. Niko   I thought you were going to clean up the streets? Manny  Hey, the message is what's important, man. It don't matter who gives it. I for one ain't in this shit for the ego trip. You taking my money, aren't you? Be my voice. I'm gonna go back and get Jay.

<text message from Manny>

When the streets closes a door, they open a window. Get up in that shit!!!

<Niko finds a way into the warehouse and shoots up the dealers.>

<cutscene - outside the warehouse>

[Niko walks out behind Manny.] Jay    [to camera] The fearsome street warrior stands outside the site of        another gangland massacre. Oh... Manny  Yeah... 'sright... Jay    Cut. Manny  What? Jay    Okay. Manny  What? Jay    [to Niko] Oh, oh, oh, oh. Could you walk out of there just one more time? We need to get the shot just right. Manny  Oh yeah, yeah, that's a good idea. Niko   I can put my foot through your face if you like. I don't mind doing that again and again until I get it right. Manny  Oh, oh, easy, easy Niko. [to Jay] Hey did it look good? Huh? Was it a       good mixture of sadness and resolve? Jay    You looked great. Manny  Great, yeah, let's do it. Jay    Okay from the top? [Niko walks off.] Manny  Yeah, right here. Wait... where are you going? Jay    [to camera] More senseless death and the police aren't even here yet. "Help" has only one name on the streets of South Bohan - Manny Escuela. Manny  That's right, follow me, but be prepared. Street life ain't pretty. [They enter the warehouse.]

--- STREET SWEEPER (#me2) ---

<cutscene - at the South Bohan community center>

Jay    Okay guys, I just want to get one more shot please. This is gonna look great. Right over here. Officer please I need you this way. Thank you. Tighten up Manny. I need you guys tight. This is gonna be great. Okay good. Thank you. A little closer. A little closer. Thank you so much. Wonderful, wonderful. Beautiful. Now we are gonna be da da da da. [Jay films Manny and Francis.] Francis All I can say is I hope you'll continue to make the community a better place. Manny  Hey, man, you know, for a cop, you ain't so bad man, you know. Give it       up, the streets, man. Word, give it up. [Niko walks in.] Manny  Hey, Officer McReary, this is Niko right here. This is my man Niko. Francis Oh, good to meet you, I hear you're helping this guy with his vital work for our city. Niko   Well, no. I'm uh, just a tourist. Francis Look Manny - I gotta go... Manny  A'ight. Francis Keep doing what you're doing. Manny  Thank you Officer. Thanks. [Francis leaves.] Manny  Yeah, you know, it was a real big thing for me, you know what I'm        sayin', a real street cat, to start working with the gatekeepers of the community to make things better. I mean, where I'm from, out here, man, police is a dirty word man. Niko   Manny - I got things to do... [to Jay] You, off. Manny  Yo man, I was getting my flow on, man, I ain't rapped for years. I was one of them cats who invented that shit man, it went commercial. Niko   Yeah, like charity work? Manny  Shit man, I'm the voice of the streets, man. Yo, if I'm gonna make some money, that's the way shit's gonna be. Niko   Alright, I'm just saying. Manny  Whatever man, fucking punk... Niko   Huh. Manny  Yo, listen, homeboy, I need you to do me a favor man. Listen man, I       need you to help me out man. I need you to get some bitches taken out, moved on, whatever. Cause yo, I promised Mr. McReary I was gonna get this place cleaned up and I will. Niko   Okay... how many? Manny  A bunch man, a bunch. They're hanging out and making bad shit happen all over South Bohan man. They're over on Windmill Street right now. Niko   Alright. What did they do? Manny  Man, they disrespected the codes of the streets, man. The streets man. They owe you man. They owe you big time. Niko   As long as they pay. [Niko leaves.] Manny  [to Jay] Over here man. Jay    I'm on you. Manny  Yo, that's what I'm saying man. The streets, we got codes man you know what I'm saying. We live by these codes. You know what I mean?

<Niko kills the gangsters at the garage on Windmill Street.>

<phonecall to Manny>

Niko   Manny, I got rid of your street problem, now help me out with my        financial one. Manny  It's all business with you kid, but that's okay. Money's what makes these streets sing, man. I'll call you when I got more work. Stay safe. Stay real.

--- LUCK OF THE IRISH (#et1) ---

<phonecall from Mallorie>

Mal    Hey Niko, you tired of Manny yet? Niko   I was tired of him as soon as I saw him. Mal    I've got someone else who might have some work for you. Elizabeta Torres, she's got an apartment on San Quentin in Fortside. Meet me       there.

<cutscene - in Elizabeta's apartment>

Lizzy  So I said if that' sthe way you want it amigo, then that's what you're        gonna get. And that shut him up. Packie Fucking punk. [Mallorie walks in the door with Niko.] Jorge  Oh. Hey. Como esta? Mal    Hey, how's it going? [Jorge holds back Niko for a moment.] Jorge  Oh wait, espera. Mal    Jorge, he's with me. Liz, this is Niko, Roman's cousin, and Niko, this is Elizabeta. She's an old friend. She'll give you some work. Lizzy  Okay... thank you, Mal. So, tough guy, you know about this business? Niko   I know about protection. What do you need? Lizzy  I need someone no one knows to oversee a deal I'm not sure about. Niko   Easy. Lizzy  I think it'll be a bit more taxing than hanging with Manny on "the        streets". Niko   Not so. For one, I won't have to listen to him talk. Lizzy  [laughing] True! Hey Niko, this is Patrick - Packie McReary. Niko   Alright. Packie Hey. Lizzy  So... Packie is shopping. But I've never trusted the people he's buying off, and I can't, in good consciousness, help him... unless he's got some extra insurance - you. Packie And that's why you're the best, darling. Lizzy  Ah. Maybe... Packie Alright, tough guy, let's do this. Niko   Sure. Mal    See you later, Niko. Niko   Goodbye. Mal    And will you call Michelle again? She really likes you. Niko   Yeah, yeah. Jorge  Buena suerte. [Niko and Packie leave.] Lizzy  So, he seems okay. Mal    Oh, he's totally cool. Yeah, he's like family.

Niko   Where we going? Packie I got this meeting over on Joliet Street. There's a rifle up on the roof of the place next door. You need to go up there and make sure nothing goes wrong. You'll see me and my boys show up in a bit. You're       my guardian angel. Niko   You don't trust these guys you're doing the deal with, how come you trust me? Packie You got a good luck about you and I'm lucky with my gut feelings.

<Niko gets up on the roof and finds the rifle. When the meet goes bad, he helps gun down all the dealers.>

<phonecall to Elizabeta>

Niko   Those dealers double crossed your boy, but I managed to keep him alive. Lizzy  Mallorie was right about you. You are good. I have some more work for you. I'm sure Packie is pleased as well, ah?

<phonecall from Roman - later on>

Roman  Niko, how're you finding things? Have you got enough to do here in       Liberty City? Niko   Yeah, I think I've got enough on my plate at the moment, Roman. Roman  Well, if you need some down time go hang out at the apartment and watch some American TV. It is much better than the shit we got back in the Old Country. Niko   Most of the shit on TV in the Old Country was from America, don't you remember, Roman? Roman  Then watch the TV here and get nostalgic, I don't know. Later on.

<phonecall from Jacob - later on>

Jacob  Wha'gwan me bredren? You been chilling wit Elizabeta Torres? Niko   She pays good, man. You know her? Jacob  Yeah man, me know her, Niko. Even Badman's scared of that girl there. Niko   Should I not be doing business with her? Jacob  Nah, man. She's a real good business woman, ya know star. Just don't       get pon her wrong side. Seen? Later on. Me call ya.

<phonecall from Michelle - even later on>

Mic    Hey, Niko. Mallorie tells me that you are working with Elizabeta Torres now. Niko   Do you two know each other? Elizabeta seems to have a lot of friends. Mic    That's because she's a dealer, Niko. Junkies like the people who supply them with drugs. You aren't getting involved in that world, are you? Niko   I'm trying to avoid it, Michelle. Maybe I do a few errands for Elizabeta. Nothing serious though. I am no dealer. Mic    If you need help with anything, Niko. Just speak to me. If you want to       get something off your chest... I'm a good listener, you know? Niko   I know Michelle, I appreciate your concern but I can look after myself. I'm a big boy and I must make my own decisions. See you soon. Mic    Yeah, Niko. See you soon.

--- BLOW YOUR COVER (#et2) ---

<cutscene - at Elizabeta's apartment>

[A dozen people are dancing around.] Lizzy  Aww yeah ha ha. Woo ooo! Yeah! Oh, looking good from here! [Niko enters.] Lizzy  Hey, Niko! Niko   Hey! Lizzy  [to dancer] Uh, I'll catch up with you. [to Niko] How you doing? Niko   Good. And you? Lizzy  Surround yourself with cocaine and the assholes soon follow... Hey, Johnny! Johnny Yo! Lizzy  Come over here. Come here. Johnny Yeah! Lizzy  Niko, this is Johnny. Now, Johnny is sitting on a big pile of heroin. I       don't go near the stuff... professionally... but I found him a buyer. We're nervous. Will you oversee the deal and check everything is cool? Niko   Sure. Lizzy  Thank you. Johnny Well, I got to go pick up the stuff so, uh, I'll see you there. Lizzy  A'ight. [Johnny leaves.] Lizzy  So, who else do you need to meet, huh? Do you know Playboy? Niko   No. Lizzy   Hey! Playboy! X! Ha ha! This is Niko. Hey Niko, this Playboy. PB X   Whassup, money? Lizzy  Playboy is going along with you. I want as many people around this deal as possible. PB X   Bet. Are you ready to bounce? [Niko nods.] PB X   Well come on then? Lizzy  Later. [They leave.] Dancer I am the best, I am number one!

PB X   We going down to Cassidy Street in Schottler.

<driving - going to Cassidy Street - A>

Niko   Does Elizabeta get you to do stuff like this often? PB X   Elizabeta don't get me to do shit. I just like to keep an eye on       things. There ain't a deal in this town I don't know about. I own this city, for real. Niko   Yeah, well how come we haven't met before? PB X   You obviously ain't been big time. I started small like you, player. Slinging rocks on the corner, sticking cats up, all type of shit. Them was the old days. Now it's all about diversification. Niko   A heroin deal is your way of diversifying? PB X   Money talks. Money say jump, cat say how high. This is a cash deal. I       got other shit going down as well. Niko   What type of shit you got going on? I'm always looking for work, if it       pays that is. PB X   I pay like a Shlongberg Sachs bonus, bitch. It's Christmas every day when you're rolling with this nigga. Niko   So, you got work? PB X   Not yet. I got to set shit up. But I'll need a cat like you real soon. Gimme your number. Niko   Tell me about that biker, the one with the smack, Johnny. PB X   I ain't working with that cat but I heard about him. He doing all type of crazy shit. Blowing sutff up. Them boys, the Lost, they in some heavy type of gang war is what I heard. Crazy whiteboy shit. Think only one group can grow beards and ride bikes in this town. Niko   It's a big town. PB X   Not big enough for some people. What that other gang called? Death Angels or some shit. Anyways, be careful of this cat. Don't even want to look at him the wrong way, crazy motherfucker. Niko   You scared of him? PB X   I ain't scared of nobody. All them bikers is racist as shit is all.

<driving - going to Cassidy Street - B>

PB X   So, is you Russian or something? Is you like one of them oligarchs or       some shit? Niko   I'm not from Russia, no. PB X    Nah? You sound like you coming outta Russia with that accent. That all good, money. Russia's big right now. Rabbit fur hats, Cherenkov vodka, I love that shit. The amount of... what you call dollars in Russia? Niko   I never been to Russia, but I think their money is called rubles. PB X   Hell yeah, the amount of rubles being dropped up in Liberty City is a        joke. I want to get my hands on some of that shit. I don't care about the exchange rate or nothing. I want to be spending rubles like you gangsters. Niko   Yeah? You short of money at the moment? PB X   You think I'm short of paper? I just helping out on this deal because Liz is my business partner. She my SoBo connection, hooks me up when I       need her to. That why I look after her when she need me to. Niko   Is that how things go? PB X   For real. That's how shit works up in here. America is the business capital of the world 'cause that's how we roll. Me and Liz are entrepreneurs. Shit, if the deal makes paper, I do it. Niko   I like to make money, but there should be other considerations when you into business with a person. I have learnt that at a price. PB X   True that, that right. I ain't no slut, jumping into any nigga give me       the eye. Playboy's in bed with Liz because she got the hookups. That's       probably why you rolling with her too. Maybe I could use a boy like you on team Playboy. Niko   You got work? PB X   For sure. Let me hook up with your number. You got a cell, right? Niko   Yeah. PB X   Gimme them digits, we see if we can make shit happen.

<on Cassidy Street>

PB X   The crib's on the 3rd floor. Buyer is some Asian dude called Charlie. Niko   Like in Vietnam? PB X   Just like the movies, money.

<cutscene - on the third floor>

Niko   Hey, you ready? Johnny Sure, let's do this. Nothing like selling some dope to let you know you're alive. Niko   Let's go. PB X   Yeah, let's do this. Johnny Alright, c'mon. [They walk into the room.] Charlie Hey... what's going on guys, what's going on? Johnny Not much. Let's do this. Charlie You've got the heroin? Right? Right? Johnny Come on, let's do this, quickly. Charlie But you've got the heroin, correct? You're carrying it, correct? I mean it's a simple question. Johnny What's wrong with you? You're being fucking weird. Charlie Not weird, man. I just wanna know if you're carrying the stuff right? Johnny You ain't right, friend, come on... let's get out of here. [Niko, Playboy, and Johnny run out as Charlie pulls out a gun.] Charlie LCPD. Freeze motherfucker. I said freeze.

PB X   Yo. They gonna expect us to go out the front with that biker dude. We       gonna hit up the roof. You clear out the floor above first, money.

<They gun down the police and make their way from the roof to the roof of an adjacent building. From there, they head back down to ground level.>

PB X   Yo, money. We going down through this sucker. You want to start rolling with me, drive me back to my crib in Northwood on X.

<driving - taking Playboy to his penthouse - A>

PB X   Shit man. I'd a fucking died instead of being caught by them feds. You take a bid on a heroin beef you ain't seeing light for a long time. You rotting up in that shit. Niko   Yeah? PB X   A future in a max security pen ain't no future at all. You forget about them cats that do that sort of time. Niko   Any of your friends on the inside? PB X   My man Dwayne Forge is inside on a crack beef. He showed me some shit back in the day but shit... When he gets out, if he ever does, it won't       be the same world. Niko   What's different since this guy's been doing his bid? PB X   Shit changed. There be more to it than the crack tip nowaday. There be       the smack tip, the rap game, X, chronic, meth... shit, I'm looking into expanding my horizons. Niko   Yeah? PB X   For sure, reach for the stars and all that shit! I don't see why a       young kid from the hodd can't make something out of himself... Street cats like me just get labeled as pimps, and pushers, and stickup artists. Niko   But you are a drug pusher? PB X   That just what I'm doing to get out of the ghetto. I don't see it as       dealing drugs. Drugs is just one arm of my business. I'm buying and selling that shit like any commodity on the trading floor. Niko   Only this commodity is illegal. PB X   Yeah, but Playboy is going legitimate. I wanna be one of them developer cats. Build me some skyscrapers. See my name in big bold letters. Niko   Yeah, I thought you would want to build schools or something. Help young black men get out of the ghetto. PB X   Shit, that'll come. Got to get me successful first.

<driving - taking Playboy to his penthouse - B>

PB X   Playboy X don't like coming that close to being taken down. Niko   Playboy X? What's the X stand for? PB X   Shit, I don't know, all type of shit. Niko   Like what? PB X   I ain't gonna use no fool's name, hell no. X is a fuck you to them fools who thought they owned me. Fucking federal government. Niko   Like Malcolm X? PB X    It's like X marks the spot. That's coz I was always on the same corner pushing weight. Always on the same spot so X. Niko   Sure. PB X   X is like extreme. Extreme bitches, extreme money, I always take things to the next level. Get involved in some extreme shit. Change the game. Niko   Really? PB X   It's like extra large as well. All type of bitches be calling me that, yeah. Niko   I bet they do. PB X   Should be like double X or triple X or something on that one though.

<at Playboy's penthouse>

Niko   Here we be, money. I'll hit you up when I need your ass.

<phonecall from Roman - later on>

Roman  This is great news, Niko. I got the insurance money for the cab depot burning down. The stupid bastards thought it was an electrical fire, not arson. Niko   Maybe it was an accident. Roman  Ha, ha. Yeah right. I've put the money into another cab depot. Bellic Enterprises is up and running again. Next stop - floating on the BAWSAQ. I'll give you shares, NB. Later on.

<text message from Brucie - later on>

NB. Hit up Perseus in Algonquin. All the VIPs go there, bro. Get yourself some fucking bling clothes. You're genetically different, bro. You gotta get the packaging to match. That's how you roll! - B

--- THE PUERTO RICAN CONNECTION (#me3) ---

<cutscene - at the South Bohan community center>

[Manny and Jay are watching the show on TV.] TVJay  Manny Escuela combines a powerful urban masculinity with a lighter side. Here, shortly after cleaning up five blocks, he teaches a group of women in the art of competitive street dancing. Manny  Yo man! You made me look gay, man. I warned you, bro. Jay    What? No? You don't look gay. You look a little metrosexual or       something. Manny  Metrosex... Jay    It's good, it's good. Manny  Man, who the hell ever heard of a metrosexual ex-gangster, man? [turns off the TV] Jay    Hey! Manny  I'm a lord, man, not a lady. This show was gonna make me famous! [Niko enters.] Jay    You are gonna be famous... Manny  Shit. Yo, Niko, man - what am I supposed to do here man? I got the film genius here making me look like a transsexual, or something, on TV. And now some punks been talkin' all kinds of shit too. Niko   What punks? Manny  Man, bitches I used to roll with. Guys cuaght up in the game. Punks in       too deep, man. Yo I tried, man, I tried to be a good guy. I said, I'm       reformed, man. But I'm pure ghetto, man. And this show's garbage. Jay    Oh come on. Manny  We don't have the killer shot, man. Jay    What? Jeez. Manny  We need to go bust somebody, man. Niko   Do what you want, as long as it doesn't involve me. Manny  Hey, yo, man, we're brethren right? Give up, man. A'ight, man. Yo       listen, can you shut these punks up for me please? Niko   Where are they? Manny  They're gonna be comin' in on El Train, man. From Algonquin to Dukes, man. Hey I owe you, man. I owe you big time. Niko   Okay. [leaves] Manny  You see that, man? You see that, man? Yo, that is streets right there, man. Not none of this shit. Got me dancing in skirts with people in the neighborhood, man. What the fuck is that, man?

[Niko waits for the train to cross the Algonquin Bridge, then follows it from the streets to the Schottler station. There, he attacks and kills the punks.]

<phonecall to Manny>

Niko   You don't need to worry about people talking garbage no more. Manny  You're pure ghetto, man. Just like me, kid. I'm gonna thank you in all my acceptance speeches, man, for real.

--- THE SNOW STORM (#et3) ---

<phonecall from Elizabeta>

Lizzy  Shut the fuck up, Jacob. Niko, I hear you can understand this rasta shit. Get over here before I run out of patience and start shooting. Niko   I don't think I've ever played peacemaker, but I'll be there in a bit.

<cutscene - at Elizabeta's apartment>

Jacob  Ah bang ya in ya bloodclot. Ya have fe come satta, me nah pusshole. Lizzy  Yeah? Fuck you, fucking reggae idiot bitch. Jacob  Wha' ya wan' do? Ya wan' bloodclot?! Coz ya nah even bambaclot ready, ya know?! Lizzy  Stop speaking that gibberish. Jacob  Fat bumbaclot pussyhole gal, you know this? Shot ya in ya bumbaclot... Lizzy  Fuck you! Niko   [enters] Hey, hey, hey. What's wrong? What's wrong? Jacob  'ey yo! Don't touch this! Lizzy  Jacob here... you know Jacob? Niko   Yes. Lizzy  Jacob tells me it wasn't him. But some people he introduced me to have ripped me off big time. And put the heat on me. I know they did. Or       someone did. Jacob  Alright, alright, alright. Ah not my fault, ya know, rasta? Ah not my       bloodclot fault. Lizzy  Well, not your fault... Jacob  ya nah come in'na me face! Niko   Alright! Lizzy  You better hope Niko can make this right for you then. Jacob  Or what? Lizzy  Or we've got a big fucking problem, rasta. Niko, go do this fools job for him. Jacob  Watch me and her... Niko   Yeah, I got it. See you later. Jacob  watch me and...

<Niko attacks the abandoned hospital and finds the coke.>

<phonecall to Jacob>

Niko   I've got the stuff. You know where the heat is coming from? Jacob  I tink I getting closer, ya know? But dere one more cat me haffi speak to. Niko   Shit! Speaking of fucking cops, I think I have company. I gotta go.

<phonecall to Jacob - after losing the cops>

Niko   I lost the heat, where are you? Jacob  Chase Point, I'm with some bakra, say he know I. Get here now Niko. Dis be some strange shit.

<cutscene - in an alley in Chase Point>

Niko   Jacob, what are you talking about? You know, I think you're smoking too much. Jacob  Yo! Me tink me know where de heat a come from, ya know, king? Mic    [enters] Hey, Niko! Hey, Jacob. Niko   What you doing here? This is no place for you, Michelle. Mic    As it happens, it is. You see, Niko, I have been working for the government. I'm afraid it's my job to watch you. And now I have to ask you for the coke. Niko   This is a joke, right? Mic    Please, please, don't make this harder for me than it already is. Look, they are about to take down Elizabeta. Niko   I don't fucking believe this. Mic    Listen... I'm sorry it had to be this way Niko. I'm really sorry. Hey, you know, you could have gone down too if you weren't so useful. Niko   You fucking bitch. Mic    Niko... Jacob  Hold on. You mean fe say ya gwa'an let us off just like dat? Nuttin' a       gwa'an? Mic    Well, my employers need the help of a guy like Niko. The office is in       Algonquin. I'll call you. You know, as and when we need you. The coke please. [Niko hands over the coke and Michelle leaves.] Jacob  Tsk! Cho, king, me have fe tell Elizabeth, say she nah get dat cocaine, ya know?

<phonecall from Mallorie - the next day>

Mal    Niko, I heard that Michelle was a cop or a fed or something, is it        true? Niko   I don't know what she is, but she was lying to us all along and now I'm        paying for it. Mal    Putanesca. There was always something funky about her. I'm real sorry.

Niko, Shit! Michelle was working for someone? Fuck... I don't know what to say. See ya later Roman

<email - positive reply>

You set me up with a man, and you set me up with a cop. Maybe you should give up the match making, you moron.

<email - negative reply>

Maybe you could say that you're a moron and you won't see me up with anymore undercover agents or cops.

--- HAVE A HEART (#et4) ---

<cutscene - at Elizabeta's place>

Lizzy  Hey, Man, this is getting out of control. The police are all over me. I       can feel them. Niko   So? Lizzy  So? So? So... so I'm going to go to prison, for a long time! So, my       life is over! All this work... for nothing, man. [snorting coke] Being tough in a man's world... I guess I wasn't so tough, huh? Jorge turned state's... everyone's a rat! Niko   Not me. Lizzy  Whatever. Manny  Open up, man. [enter with Jay the cameraman] Lizzy  Who is it? Manny  It's the streets, man. Lizzy  Okay. Hold on. Manny  Alright, man. This is what Manny's all about, man. Jay    Manny... Manny, Manny, Manny. Manny  Now, word up, bitch, you betta stop slinging that shit on my streets, yo. We don't want it anymore. Hey, yo, Jay, you catching this? Jay    Rolling, rolling. Lizzy  What is this Manny? For fuck's sake. Manny  The streets have spoken. Now leave my people alone! Yo, Niko, what you doing here? Lizzy  [shoots Manny and Jay] I am not in the mood for this right now. Niko   Well he said he was going to bust a dealer... Lizzy  Can you help me clean this mess up? There's a doctor in Broker who can help. Come on, let's put 'em in my car.

<phonecall from Jacob - while driving to the doctor>

Jacob  Wha'gwan me brother, it's me, Jacob. Wanna get some food? Niko   Shit, Jacob, I'm sorry. I'm already hanging out with two friends. I've       kind of got my hands full looking after them. We should do something soon though.

<phonecall to Elizabeta - car is destroyed before reaching the doctor>

Niko   I couldn't get those things to the doctor. Lizzy  I got enough on my plate to be worrying about this as well. You just missed out on a payday.

<cutscene - reach the doctor>

Niko   I've heard you'll take care of them? Doctor Natural causes? Niko   Of course, seems like a bullet in the head is as natural as it gets in        this town. Doctor They weren't sick, were they? Niko   No. Doctor  Had a few problems with sick bodies. No one wants a liver if it's       riddled with tumors, huh? Know what I mean? Niko   No. Doctor  Shit... looks like the bullet went right through this one's eye. And the price of eyes is through the roof at the moment. Niko   Fine. Can I leave you with these or what? Doctor Sure. I'll have these organs out on the street in no time. They're       gonna help a lot a folks. Niko   He'd been trying to help the streets his whole life... maybe he'll       actually be doing it now.

<phonecall to Elizabeta - get car to the doctor>

Niko   The doctor has that stuff. Lizzy  Good, one less thing to bother me. The heat is closing in, Niko. This particular party is ending.

<phonecall from Mallorie - the next day>

Mal    Niko. The shit went down with those guys in Bohan. Elizabeta's doing a       bid. I think she might have killed Manny. Niko   Really? Mal    Good thing you haven't been hanging around with them too much. That shit is fucked up. I'm sorry for getting you involved. Niko   Don't worry about it. You've got enough on your plate looking after Roman. See you soon.

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Roman  That's my cousin, Niko. Niko   Yes it is, Roman. You're right. Roman  So what's happening in your world at the moment? Met anybody interesting recently? Niko   Other than the community leader and drug dealer that Mallorie introduced me to... neither of whom are doing too good no more, yeah, I       guess I have met some interesting people. Roman  Please tell me you are talking about twins and bleached blond hair and D-cup titties. You're a wild man, NB. Niko   I'm afraid I haven't met these women of your dreams, Roman. No, I was referring to a Deputy Police Commissioner called Francis McReary, an       Irish hood called Packie, an African American drug dealer who calls himself Playboy X, some outlaw biker guy named Johnny, and a doctor who buys dead bodies so he can sell the organs. If you're losing money at       the tables you might be able to sell some body parts to him for a quick buck. Roman  How much does a kidney go for nowadays? I'm kidding, NB, kidding. Sounds like you are having a crazy time. Talk to you soon.

--- DECONSTRUCTION FOR BEGINNERS (#px1) ---

<text message from Playboy>

Yo money, sumthing's come up. Hit me at my crib coz I got work for y'all. $$$ - the X

<cutscene - at Playboy's penthouse>

PB X   Hey, wassup, money? Niko   Hey. PB X   Come on. Ladies, give me a few minutes. Business calls. [They walk out onto the patio.] PB X   This is my town. Look at it. All them tiny ants down there. Man, shit is crazy. Niko   So I guess you do okay. PB X   Yeah, okay. But, er, what about you? What motivates you? Niko   Well, I need money. This pays. I can do it... I don't care if I live or       die... and I'm looking for someone. PB X   Someone special? Niko   Yeah. You could say that. So, why do you need me? PB X   Well I'm always looking for good guys. Build an army. But in my work...       people change. Money changes people. Not me. I'm still a hustler from these streets... and I heard good things about you. Niko   Okay. But... I'm warning you... I'm not low budget. PB X   Do I look like I live low budget, dog? [One of Playboy's girls walks out.] Girl   Yo playa! PB X   The fuck you want? Girl   There's someone here for you. Dwayne or some shit. I don't know. PB X   Motherfucker got out. Damn! My dude! [Girl leaves, Dwayne walks out.] Dwayne Wassup son? What's going down? PB X   You didn't tell me you was getting out! Man, I would have laid on a       party, got some freaks out... shit... Dwayne I called. A couple of times. PB X   Man... hey... Dwayne... This is Niko. Niko - Dwayne Forge. He taught me       everything I know. Dwayne [quietly] Not everything. PB X   So hey, man. Where you staying? D'you need some money? What's the plan? Dwayne What you mean, what's the plan? Pick up where we left off. I'm out. I'm       back. We keep on rollin'. PB X   You say 'we'? Dwayne Yeah 'we'. Unless you too fine? What? Your silk sheet, fancy dress wearing life too big for me now? PB X   Oh, hey, now I ain't saying that. You know what's mine is yours. You need help, just holla. Hell, this Slavic motherfucker any good, he       could help you. Now you know I'll do anything I can. But right now, we       gotta roll. Gimme one second. [Playboy goes back inside.] Dwayne Ain't folk quick to forget? Niko   Hmm. Some folk. Dwayne Yeah... that's the truth. Niko   Where did you get out from? Dwayne Preschool. [Playboy returns.] PB X   Okay... Dwayne, we gotta roll. Please make yourself at home. Hell. This is your home. [to Niko] Let's jet, money. Dwayne [to self] Motherfucker must think I'm a idiot.

PB X   We going to Castle Gardens. There's an alley we want to hit up just off the South Parkway.

<driving - going to the alley in Castle Gardens - A>

PB X   Alright, you heard a Yusuf Amir? Big real estate developer. Niko   I don't know. I've heard a lot of names since I got here. This guy's a       big developer? Are you and him having meetings about how to run the city? PB X   Not yet, but I got an idea about how me and him can get friendly. Some italian dudes has shut down his building site on some union bullshit. They all up in the place, strapped to their fronts with hardhats on and shit. Won't let anybody get near it. Niko   What are you suggesting we do about it? PB X   You gonna go in there and get them Mafia types off the site. Meantime, I'm gonna tell Yusuf how good we been to him. That cat and me is going to be tight as two cellmates on lockdown after this. Niko   What's in it for me? PB X   I'll give you what you after. Cold hard cash. That what you chasing, right? Niko   Amongst other things. I don't know how good your plan is though, Playboy. I'll get rid of the guys on the site, then won't there be       more? If it's a union problem, doesn't that make it bigger than a few guys with guns? PB X   Shit, 'union' is just another word for Mafia. These cats is looking to       squeeze our boy Amir for dollars just because he ain't from here. When we fuck their people up, they'll realize that he ain't a cat to be       messed with and they'll back off. Niko   Okay? PB X   Shit, Yusuf is from Dubai. He's an African, an he's comin' to Liberty City to make it big. It's my duty to watch this cat's back. My       ancestors came from Africa, now he's coming out a bit later. Me and him could be cousins, shit. Niko   I think you might want to look at a map, Playboy. Dubai isn't in       Africa. PB X   Shit, it all the same. Africa, America, Dubai. It don't matter, we're       brothers, spiritually I mean, and that's the important bit.

<driving - going to the alley in Castle Gardens - B>

PB X   This is my ticket to the big time, baby. I'm about to make it, for real. Niko   Yeah, how's that? PB X   You know Yusuf Amir, the big real estate developer? Well, I heard on       the grapevine that he's run into a heap of trouble with some union cats. This shit is Mafia run and they all over his construction site with guns and shit. They stopping Amir from sending in the scabs. Niko   How's that mean you've made it? PB X   Because I'm a clever motherfucker. I'm using my God-given intellect. Yusuf is in some problems. Playboy is going to come in there and help him out. Make the Mafia cats go away so the workers can come in and everything will be cool. Niko   You're going to have to be a pretty persusaive guy. That's if you're       hoping to talk a bunch of Mafia owned union officials off of a building site they've shut down. PB X   I don't gotta be the persuasive one, money. You do. I saw you handle yourself for Elizabeta the other day. You goin' to go in there and clear out those motherfuckers. Niko   You're not getting involved? PB X   No man. I'd just confuse shit if I went in with you. There's all types a' scaffolding and shit in the construction yard. I'm gonna get into a       position where I can see everything goin' down. I'll tell you where the cats are at and who you need to look out for. I'm your eyes in the sky, money. Niko   This sounds like a pretty bad deal for me, don't it, Playboy? PB X   Shit, you doing this for a paycheck. I'm givin' you them dollar bills, and when Playboy pays, he pays big! You getting that mad money on this one. Niko   Okay.

<cutscene - in the alley>

PB X   I left some heat for you in that car, money. You going to be strapped - sniper rifles, grenades, all that shit. There's also a radio headset in       there, so me and you can keep in communcation. Yo, there's three lookout cats making sure no one makes a move on the site. You best take them out with the rifle before you hit up the rest of them. I'm gonna get into position where I can see all the shit going down. If you can take out the main cats then the rest of them shouldn't be a problem. When you in there, I'll give you the lowdown on where these main cats is at.

<Playboy on the lift>

PB X   You might be better seeing the lookouts from up here too, money.

PB X   Shit, I needed to find a cat like you. A badass ma'fucker who ain't       afraid to take fools down. Niko   Yeah, well I need money so you're in luck. PB X   You gonna kick some ass down there, boy. I'm backing you up. Niko   This is getting awkward. Talk about a slow lift.

PB X   That all them lookouts gone, money. Get in there and free up the site. Niko   See you soon, Playboy. I'll try to save a grenade so you can have fun with one, too.

<enter the construction site>

PB X   [by headset] Alright, you in, money? The first guy is on the scaffolding in the building to the east of the yard.

PB X   Shit, you a cold motherfucker. Next guy is south of your position, up a       few stories in the next building.

PB X   I knew you was the right Slavic killer for this job. There's a cat in       the south west corner of the yard by the water. Get him.

PB X   The last guy is to your east. Shit, money. You best watch yourself. There be more of these Mafia cats turning up. Niko   Thanks for the warning. PB X   Yo money. There's a chopper turning up. I think our boy is making a run for it. Get him good. Niko   I'll do my best.

<phonecall to Playboy - after the fourth leader is dead>

Niko   I got rid of all the union problems on this site. As you can see, this place is going to need a cleanup before any workers come in. PB X   You the money, son. Yusuf's PA won't put me through to the cat. But when they hear about this shit they gonna start listening to Playboy.

--- PHOTO SHOOT (#px2) ---

<cutscene - at Playboy's penthouse>

PB X   Wassup, money? Niko   Not much, how are you? PB X   Chilling... s'all good. Well, mostly good. Niko   Mostly? PB X   Yeah, Dwayne's been getting on my nerves... pushing me, man. But whatever... we spoke about that shit already. Niko   Give him time. He's just out of prison. PB X   For real... listen, G. Dwayne ain't the only thing I got on my mind... Niko   No? PB X    No... Some motherfucker's been calling me a phoney, calling me a snitch, calling me all kinds of bullshit. Niko   Big deal... PB X   Yeah big deal. Damn right! Until I discover, that same motherfucker? Well... he's got some real loose lips. [Playboy knocks a ball in on the pool table.] Niko   Not bad. So, you need this guy silenced? PB X   Yeah. He hangs out with his team near the courts on Exeter between X       and W. Niko    Okay. What does he look like? PB X   Well, son ain't too diesel or nothing, he a regular lookin' dude, nahmean? Now he don't flash his guap too much, but you can see it in       his eye, that he a hustler. Niko   Eh? PB X   Homie ain't too brolic, but he ain't scrawny neither. And he be stylin' on 'em a little, ya dig? I mean, he ain't too bummy, but he grimy too. Niko   So he's the average one? PB X   Look. He's brown skinned, B. Motherfucker be rockin' baggy clothes and all that - jewels, and he stay fresh with the clean sneakers, nahmean? And sometimes a bandana. Niko   Look. I need more than that to go on. PB X   Jesus. [hands over phone] Here, take this, head down there, take a       photo, send it to me, and I'll point out which one of them motherfuckers it is. Niko   Fine. PB X   And that's a little gift for you.

<at the courts on Exeter>

Guy 1  ... and that's why the Penetrators ain't doin' nothing this season. They got no one who can work the lanes, man. Marlon Shit, Lieutenant, that's something I was forced into from the necessity of my financial situation. My body is forced to rob and deal in order to sustain my own well bein' and that of my immediate family.

<phonecall from Playboy - after sending the picture>

PB X   Marlon's the one dressed like a damn canary. Wearing that yellow jacket and shit. Get rid of him. Niko   I'll do it.

<phonecall to Playboy - Marlon is dead>

Niko   Marlon is dead. PB X   You the man, son. You money. You my ice-cold Slavic killer! See you soon.

--- RUFF RIDER (#df1) ---

<phonecall from Playboy>

PB X   Yo money, I appreciate what you doing for me. There be so many fake cats out there. You remember my man, Dwayne? Niko   Sure, just got out of the pen, old friends aren't paying him no mind. PB X   Yeah, that's what he think. He got friends all over the shop but he       living in the past. I need you to go over to the Governor Greg Johnson projects over in Northwood, he holding up there and needs help with some shit. You assist his broke ass, I'll send some paper your way. I owe that fool - ain't payback a bitch? Peace out, money.

<cutscene - at Dwayne's apartment>

Dwayne Oh, it's you. You alone? Niko   Yeah. How you doing? Dwayne Fucking great. What you think? Niko   Yeah... it's hard living with the past. Eh? Dwayne Yeah. Especially when the present has turned into an asshole. Fucking bitch... nobody wants to roll with me no more. It's like I'm tainted. Niko   What do you mean? Dwayne Playboy don't wanna hang no more. He pays for you to come instead. My       girlfriend, the love of my fucking life... man, I was pulling moves in       the joint so this bitch could pay the rent. Now, she won't answer the phone. Man, I gave her everything when I was inside. Cars, houses, apartments, bank accounts. Everything. I heard she hanging with Jayvon now. Niko   Who? Dwayne Some punk who fucking talked. He swears he wasn't involved in me going down, but I knew. I knew his ass was lying. Now motherfucker's fucking my girl? For real? Shit is fucked up, man. Sometimes I just wanna end this shit. Just... bam. [aims gun at head] But I ain't there yet. Not quite. Niko   Listen, why don't you go talk to her? Dwayne Ain't shit to say. Niko   Then I'll go speak to both of them. I'll ask for your money back... and if they don't agree, I'll make them. Where do they hang out? Dwayne At some arcade in Chinatown. Uh, look, man, don't bother. Niko   No, I'll bother. I'm getting paid. And besides... you remind me of me. Dwayne Uh huh.

<cutscene - at the arcade>

Niko   Hey, are you the two snakes who played Dwayne Forge when he was in the joint? He wants his money. Cherise What? Dwayne must a finished his bid. Shit, he going to be mad angry. [Jayvon begins firing at Niko, then takes off on a bike.]

<Cherise begs for her life>

Cherise Don't kill me. I know I fucked Dwayne over real bad but he wouldn't       want me dead. He too much of a gentleman for that. He ain't like that Playboy X punk, he's only chasing paper. You do right by Dwayne he       gonna stick to you for life. I didn't mean it. Girl get lonely when her man's inside for a long time. I thought Playboy was gonna look out for me but he didn't answer my calls. Punk didn't wanna know me. I did what I did to survive. Please. I don't wanna die. Come on! Dwayne wouldn't ever hurt no one he loved, even if they screwed him like I       did. Please. I'm only human. Come on.

<Cherise killed>

Niko   She was going to say anything to get out of that. No getting out of it       now.

<Cherise spared>

Niko   Dwayne don't need to worry about having that girl's blood on his hands on top of everything else.

<phonecall to Dwayne - after killing Jayvon and retrieving the money>

Niko   Hey Dwayne, I've got your money. Why don't you meet me at Cluckin' Bell so I can give it to you? Dwayne Great. Thanks, son. See you soon.

<cutscene - Cherise killed>

Niko   I collected on that debt for you. Dwayne They paid up? I guess my name still means something out there. People still know me. Niko   I had to explain things to them. They didn't listen so good. Dwayne You slept Cherise? She were a bitch, weren't she? This fool falls real hard for them. That's why he gets burnt. Thanks for getting this paper, Niko. It helps.

<cutscene - Cherise spared>

Niko   I collected on that debt for you. Dwayne They paid up? I guess my name still means something out there. People are still scared of me. Niko   They are, I got rid of Jayvon for you but I let your ex go. Dwayne That fool Cherise? She just couldn't help herself. She always told me       she'd burn me good. I guess I shoulda listened. I'm happy she ain't       dead, though - she's just an idiot. Peace, man.

--- UNDRESS TO KILL (#df2) ---

<cutscene - at Dwayne's apartment>

Niko   Dwayne? Dwayne Sup, man? Niko   Not much. How are you doing? Dwayne I'm done... I can't cope no more, man. I mean, prison was easy compared to this shit. Niko   I'm sure it was. Dwayne Fuck it, man. Fuck it all! I mean, I used to have everything. I used to       run uptown. Bohan, all that shit. Now, I ain't shit. Niko   Hey, let's get it back. Dwayne No. I can't man. I ain't got the energy no more. I been stabbed in the back too many fucking times. I mean, there's bitches everywhere. Niko   Well, I'll do it, for you, I mean. Dwayne Nah, fuck that. Niko   Come on man, stop being so miserable. What did you lose? Dwayne Shit, man. This club... I'm talkin' a real gentleman's place. It's       called the Triangle Club, on Drill Street in Bohan. I'm talkin' real class, you know what I'm sayin'? But when I went down, some fucking gangsters came and took it. Niko   Well, I'll clean out the squatters for you. No problem. Dwayne Man, you the real deal. I owe you. Niko   Big time, but we'll talk about that later. Dwayne Man, you the truth.

<phonecall from Brucie - on the way to the Triangle Club>

Brucie Yo. Yo. Yo. Yo. Niko, it's Brucie baby. How about we go check out some naked bitches. Niko   Sorry Brucie man, I'm about to go see some naked women but this time it's business not pleasure. We have to hang out another time. See you.

<phonecall to Dwayne - after eliminating the three managers>

Niko   Nobody's going to be partying up in your club anymore. Dwayne Playboy ain't gonna be happy. Niko   What you mean? Dwayne He still did business with the gangsters that took over. Screw that. They fuck me, the fucked - right? Playboy gonna feel that shit. Niko   Sure thing, man.

<phonecall from Playboy - later on>

PB X   Niko, tell me it weren't you that shot up the strip club in Bohan. Niko   You asked me to help out Dwayne, that's what I was doing. PB X   Don't help him out when it fucks up my business interests. Damn, son. That ain't cool.

--- THE HOLLAND PLAY... (#px3) ---

<phonecall from Playboy>

PB X   Niko, shit is getting fucked up. I need to see you at my crib. Niko   How did the big real estate deal go? PB X   That cat ain't got no vision, wants to shut down the site and shit. Make it a memorial to Union workers who've died in accidents. Man, fuck Yusuf Amir. I got bigger problems. Come see me now.

<cutscene - at Playboy's penthouse>

PB X   Wassup, money? Niko   Hey. PB X   Man... business is tough. I ain't a cold person. I mean, I am cold, but... motherfucker. Niko   What are you talking about? PB X   You want a drink? Niko   Ehh... PB X   Man, have a seat man. Niko   Alright. PB X   Now, I got into this dope game because it was the only thing open to        me, man. The only thing, man. Niko   Hey, I am not judging. PB X   No. Listen. Now I paid my dues. Now I learned in a hard school, man... and I changed stuff, and you know me, I do this stuff so I got a chance to do some good in this town. Niko   So you say. PB X   So I say? So I do. When I get the money, man... I will build parks, I       will sponsor kids, I will save lives... But I gotta have the money man. 'Cause all this? All this? It means nothing if you ain't got the heart, Niko. Niko   Amen, brother. PB X   I mean, fuck, man... Fuck! The thing is... you know Jesus? He did some crazy shit, too. I mean, everyone does. He killed people. He killed that John the Baptist cat. He did what he had to. Niko   I don't think you're correct about that. PB X   Man. The point is, man... history is a long time. And you only got one chance... and Dwayne? Man, Dwayne... it's like he thinks it's 1992 and [Dwayne impression] the best you can hope for is a gold chain and a       pager. You know, he looks at me like he wants me dead. I took care of       business. I gave him money, but because I won't bow down to him and treat him like he The Almighty, motherfucker wants to pop me. Niko   Dwayne is a little troubled. He was in prison a long time - maybe you guys should talk... PB X   No, I tried talking. I... I... I tried giving him half of the business. I tried everything a man could reasonably try and still call his self a       man. Niko   So what you gonna do? Kill him? PB X   Hey I didn't say that. Man, you cold. Niko   I was joking! PB X   But what else is there? I mean, cat's been talking... Nah, I hear things. Said you and me was too tight now... said you disrespected him, called him mad... he's gone crazy. I mean he's gone. Prison does that. Niko   Well, you can't kill him. PB X   No... But you can. Niko   But I don't want to. PB X   Well neither do I, man. But if he goes insane, we all dead anyway. I       mean, Dwayne is a killer. Niko   I don't like this conversation. PB X   Do you think that I do? But it's kill or be killed out there. And you got a lunatic after you? Man, you dumb. Now, I will give you a lot of       money. Because see me, now I ain't scared of no one, but a motherfucker says he's gonna kill me? A motherfucker's gonna die. Niko   Man, I'm not sure. I've got to think about it. PB X   Well, I hope you see some sense. I will be in touch.

--- ...THE HOLLAND PLAY (#px4) ---

<phonecall from Dwayne>

Dwayne Niko, man, I'm going crazy. Since I got out things just don't make no       sense. Niko   Have things ever made sense? Dwayne They did on the inside. Three meals a day, time in the yard, lockdown at eight. Things out here is mad crazy. Niko   Tell me about it. Dwayne On the down low, I think Playboy wants me dead. Might just let him do       it, put a cap in my dome. End it all. Niko   That what you want? Seriously? Dwayne Nah, fuck that shit. I ain't ready to go out yet. I need you to get him for me. I can't do it myself. He was my boy back in the day. That's       something I won't be able to forget. You seem like you got my back, Niko. Help me out on this one, dog. I'll stick by you 'til the end. Take him out for me. Niko   That's a pretty heavy request, Dwayne - Playboy was your best friend, and he's always been straight with me, more or less. I'll have to think about it.

<phonecall from Playboy - later on>

PB X   Yo Money, don't be trifling with me. You made a decision? You going to       fix this Dwayne problem of ours, yeah? Niko   Hey, it ain't our problem, Playboy - it's yours. That said, I know what I'm going to do. PB X   That right - you cold, Niko. Peace and love.

<cutscene - choose to kill Dwayne - at his apartment>

Niko   Hey, Dwayne, open up. It's Niko. Dwayne I thought you was my homeboy. That you was gonna put Playboy down for me. What you doing here? Niko   It ain't that simple, Dwayne. This is nothing personal. Dwayne Fuck you, man. We was tight. You fake like the rest of them.

<execute Dwayne>

Dwayne Fuck you, man. You a fucking snake like the rest of them. [Niko aims, looks away, and fires.]

<phonecall to Playboy - once Dwayne is dead>

Niko   I put Dwayne out of his misery. PB X   You did what you had to do, Niko. You got yourself that money. Good for you. Niko   You want me to come around? PB X   You took down Dwayne, Niko. I see your face, I see the cat that killed my mentor. Dwayne was like a father to me. I can't be round you no       more. It's over between us. I don't want no beef, but now you and me       got some. So it's best if we just stay the hell away from each other, man. Fuck - you nothing but a cold hearted killer, man. I mean, where's       the love? Where's your heart, homie? Man, you ain't cool. You try to       find something to live for, man. Peace.

<cutscene - choose to kill Playboy - at his penthouse>

Guy    Yo, Playboy X! Yo, whitey's back! PB X   Yo, what you doin'? You got rid of Dwayne already? I thought the old dog woulda put up more of a fight! Niko   I didn't kill Dwayne. PB X   Well what you doin' back here then? Step to it, motherfucker. Niko   Well, I was thinking that... maybe Dwayne is not the problem. Maybe it's you. PB X   Motherfucker, you think you can touch this shit? You think I got here by letting little bitches like you fuck with me? I own you, nobody owns me.

<execute Playboy>

PB X   People respected me, I made a difference. Niko   You didn't change the game, the game changed you.

<phonecall to Dwayne - once Playboy is dead>

Niko   Dwayne, I dealt with Playboy. You should know that he asked me to end you first. He was going to pay me a lot of money to do it. Dwayne Shit, man. He was a good kid back in the day. Always hungry though, always wanted more. Maybe I shoulda seen it then. Kept a closer eye on       him. Niko   You can't predict what people will become. Dwayne You right. I can't give you no money for helping me, son. But I got the deed to Playboy's fancy silk sheet loft. You can have it. Niko   Hey man, I seen where you're living, you should take it. Dwayne Nah. It'll make me remember the kid too much. Maybe you'll stop by my       place sometime though? Hang out with me? I don't have many friends left, you know. Niko   I'll give you a call sometime soon, Dwayne. Later on.

<phonecall to Roman - optional - Dwayne is dead>

Niko   Cousin, how are you? Roman  All the better for hearing your voice, NB. You sound down. Are you okay? Niko   Not really, I got caught up in an argument between a drug dealer and his drug dealing mentor. I had to choose who'd win the argument and I       chose the young guy - Playboy X is his name. Now he's paid me off and is treating me like an asshole. Roman  So he's treating you like a rich asshole. Who cares? Enjoy yourself. Spend the money on a clean hotel room and a dirty college girl. Call me       if you want to hang out afterwards, cousin.

<phonecall to Roman - optional - Playboy is dead>

Niko   Hey Roman. Roman  Hello, Niko. How's it going, killed anyone recently? Niko   Now that you mention it... Roman  Shit NB, I was joking. Who was it this time? Niko   This drug dealer, Playboy X. He tried to get me to get rid of a friend of his for him, but, uh, I liked the friend better. Roman  Niko, shit, I hope this guy is paying you good for saving his hass. Niko   He just got out of prison and he hasn't got much but... I made the right decision. Roman  Good, NB. I'll talk to you later on.

<email - after Playboy is dead>

Bigdwayne94@eyefind.info Yo

Sup, Its Dwayne man. Just thought Id holla at ya on this email shit. I dont rite 2 good but shit you aint from here even so what does it matter to you. Man I don't got 2 many friends no more. These dayz is real lonely like. Y don't you and me hang out some? Kick it u no. That could be good. Out, Dwayne

<email - positive reply>

Sure, Dwayne. That could be good. -N

<email - negative reply>

Sorry, Dwayne. I'm a busy guy. -N

<phonecall from Dwayne - later on>

Dwayne Hey man, did you just call me? Niko   No, man. Must have been someone else. Dwayne Yeah, yeah, must have been. I was in the shower and I heard the phone ringing so I thought you mighta called or something. My bad. Later.

--- HOSTILE NEGOTIATION (#rb11) ---

<phonecall from Mallorie>

Mal    Niko. I'm getting worried. Roman didn't get back at all last night. Niko   He likes to party. He stays out late the whole time. You know what he's       like. Mal    Not on my watch he don't. Something ain't right.

<phonecall from Mallorie - the next day>

Mal    Niko, I think Roman has been kidnapped. I heard he owes some Russians money. A friend of mine saw him at that card club on Hunt Point. Niko   He owed them money? Mal    He never tells me anything. I heard they took him to a warehouse off Lompoc in Bohan Industrial. Niko   I'll check it out.

<text message from Dimitri>

Niko - I thought I would send you this picture. looks like your cousin is in a bit of a fix. Your friend, Dimitri [picture]

Niko   [to self] You've crossed the line, Dimitri.

<cutscene - at the warehouse off Lompac>

Russian If you want to walk out of here, Slav, you are going to have to think about how you will pay your debt. A friend of mine, Dimitri Rascalov, he would pay a lot of money for your cousin. Roman  I'll get you the money, just not that way.

<Niko fights through the warehouse to the third floor, where a Russian holds a gun to Roman's head and threatens to kill him if Niko doesn't leave. Niko kills the Russian anyway.>

Roman  Thank you, cousin. You saved my life. Niko   We should get out of here. Roman  There's a car. Take me home, cousin.

<driving - taking Roman to the apartment in South Bohan - A>

Niko   What happened, Roman? You have been gambling. I give you money. How are you in debt? Roman  There are cycles, cousin. You must lose a little to win a lot. Come on. My cards were not good. Niko   Roman... Roman  That man knew Dimitri. He was trying to make me give you up to him. I       would never... Niko   Of course you would not. Dimitri has taken this too far. Roman  He wants you dead. Bohan is not safe. I'm going to get us a place in       Algonquin. Niko   Are you okay? Roman  I'm used to taking these beatings, Niko. I almost expect it now. Wherever I go there are people who want to kill me. Men, who will kidnap me. I'll never marry Mallorie. I won't be able to sleep with another college girl. There is a knife hanging over me. A clock is       ticking.

<driving - taking Roman to the apartment in South Bohan - B>

Niko   Who were those men, what happened? That seemed like a lot of protection to be giving a man who ran up some gambling debts. Roman  You're right, at first it was just the debt then they found out my        name. They connected me to you and what happened at Hove Beach. Dimitri Rascalov was on his way to that warehouse, they wanted me to give you up. I would never... Niko   I know you wouldn't, Roman. I thought we were done with Dimitri when we       got out of Hove Beach. Both he and Bulgarin know how to hold a grudge. Roman  You know how to hold a grudge as well, Niko. Don't forget about that. Niko   I could never forget that, Roman. Roman  We have to get out of Bohan, maybe it is time to go to Algonquin. We       can disappear in Algonquin. Niko   Only for so long. We will be found eventually no matter where we go. Confrontation and or peace will be our choices at some point. I know the option I am leaning toward. Roman  I'd go for anything as long as I could be guaranteed safety, that's all I want. Shit.

<cutscene - outside the apartment>

Roman  Man, this is out of control. Niko   I know. Roman  What are we going to do? Niko   I don't know. Roman  We are going to die. I don't want to die, man. Not like this. Niko   How would you like to die? Roman  Having a threesome on my hundredth birthday. I don't fucking know! I'm       scared you cold bastard. What are we going to do? Niko   I'm not cold. Roman  You're cold... all you care about is revenge and getting your own way. Niko   And all you care about is money, and gambling it away on the internet. Oh! Isn't America great? I get to sit in front of a computer and play Mr. Rich Man and get into debt with crooks. Roman  Okay, I messed up... I know I did. I thought things would be different. I don't understand this place so good. Oh, man. What are we going to       do? Niko   Stop sitting in front of the computer gambling our money? Stop getting into illegal card games? Stop spending all our money? Roman  Yes... Niko   Thank you. Roman  And stop thinking about the Russians. Man, we just need to disappear as       far as they are concerned. Disappear! Niko   Okay, okay. But I want Florian and Darko. I need to know what happened. Give me that. Roman  Fine. But leave the Russians alone. Niko   I was not the one gambling in their private club. Roman  I didn't know... give a guy a break. Niko   Okay! Okay. Roman  Okay. I'm going to clean up. I have a nasty feeling I had a bit of an       accident back there. And, Niko... Niko   What? Roman  Thanks.

<text message from Roman>

Hey Cuz. thanks for saving my ass back there. I thought I'd played my last hand when that biker guy kidnapped me for the Russians. You're a fucking hero, man. Rom

<phonecall from Dimitri - later on>

Dimitri Niko, it's Dimitri. Niko   I have nothing to say to you. Dimitri I nearly ran into your cousin the other day. My friends were hanging out with him. The party got busted up though before I got there. Niko   I wish you had been there. We could have had some fun. Dimitri Not as much fun as I would have had with Roman, believe me.

<phonecall from Roman - days later>

Roman  Cousin, I have bought us a present. Niko   You bought it, or I did. Roman  Niko, I'm offended. I've got us an apartment in Algonquin. What did I       say when you got here? Penthouse, model on each arm. Niko   And you have paid for this place? It wasn't so long ago that your debts got you kidnapped by the Russian mob. Roman  That was a cold streak. Now I'm hot, cousin. Hotter than the models we'll be bedding. I can't lose. Niko   Roman, we have spoken about your gambling. Roman  Wait until you see the new place, NB. You will change your song. So       what, I took on a little debt?

--- WRONG IS RIGHT (#ulp1) ---

<phonecall - from Michelle>

Mic    Hey, Niko, it's me. Niko   Yeah, who are you? Can you remind me? Mic    That doesn't matter. You need to meet me outside the United Liberty Paper building in Algonquin. It's very important that you be there. Goodbye.

<cutscene - outside the ULP building>

Reaper [to phone] Look, I'm not in the business of caring about people's        feelings, bud. Yeah? Boo fucking hoo... [Reaper enters the building, Niko arrives.] Mic    Hey. Niko   Hi. Mic    Listen, I know what you must be thinking, but don't bother. Niko   I'm sorry, but I don't see how you know what I must be thinking. Mic    You've killed people. You should be dead yourself, or inside. You're       just lucky it was me, and not someone else who got their hooks into you. I'm sorry that I lied to you. And... and weirdly in some ways you're a nice guy... better than the creeps I normally date. But you're       damaged goods. Niko   No doubt. Mic    Let's go. In here. [Reaper walks back out as they enter the building.] Reaper So I said hoist? Flagpole? Salute? Eat my ass, buddy, I'm up for the promotion and, and you're not!

<cutscene - inside the ULP building>

Niko   What the hell are we doing here? Mic    We're going to meet someone. Niko   Sounds fun. Mic    You know, you and your cousin should get out. What you're looking for you won't find. Feds are all over it. Crime is done. Niko   You've watched too many movies. Whatever you say, Michelle. Or whatever your name is. Mic    It's Karen. My name is Karen. Niko   Interesting. And you whore for the government... I kind of like the honesty in that. Mic    I have a clear conscience. Niko   How very lucky for you. Mic    In here. Office three-nine-six. ULP    Hi there. Mic    Here he is. ULP    I can see that. Thanks, Karen. Hey, cheer up, you did good. You'll get a Sammie... if you care about that sort of thing. Mic    Thank you. [Michelle leaves and closes the door behind her.] ULP    So, Mr. Bellic... quite a file, quite a story. Niko   Who are you? FIB? ULP    The FIB? Do I look homosexual? Do you think I care about the size of       your Johnson? Now... you can't always tell who the good guys are. I'm       not a good guy. But I'm fighting with them, and guess what? So are you. Niko   Hooray. ULP    That's the spirit. Nothing like a bit of sarcasm when someone's got you by the balls. Now, I need you to find something out for me. Find out everything you can about a man called Oleg Minkov. He lives on Iroquois back in Hove Beach. Niko   And if I say no? ULP     I hand your file over to those cretins in the FIB and organized crime is dealt another serious blow. Go to his house. Any problems, call this number. [hands over a paper] Niko   What's your name? ULP    Not relevant. Call me. Very soon. Go. And hey... welcome to America. [translated] Just like the Old Country. Niko   [translated] Just like it.

<Niko reaches the house, knocks on the door, kicks it in.>

Niko   Mr. Minkov? Anybody here?

<phonecall to ULP - inside the house>

ULP    What have you got for me? Niko   Not much. He keeps a clean house, he's got a computer. ULP    Check his emails. Call back with any information that would indicate his current whereabouts.

<email - to Oleg>

ligner@goldberglignerandshyster.com Attention: publishing warning

Dear Mr. Minkov, It has come to our attention that you are attempting to publish a manuscript rife with inaccuracies and salicious allegations. A client who wishes to remain nameless will pursue a case of defamation of character should this manuscript ever be published. Cease and desist your endeavor. Yours respectfully, Larry Ligner, attorney at law

<email - to Oleg>

konstantin72@eyefind.info Trace

Dear Oleg, I can't give you any more of the information you want. I am emailing my contacts in the Caspian and keep getting reports that the addresses no longer exist. Also, the companies you want info on seem to be owned by umbrella corporations which are owned by even more umbrella corporations. Tracing the money I reach dead ends in either the Caymans or Switzerland. Sorry I cannot help you further. Konstantin.

<email - to Oleg>

vasily123@grype.org Meet me

Oleg. Come on. You're acting crazy. You aren't being watched by government spies. Your phone isn't tapped. You don't need to drink that bottled water or eat from those tins because no one wants to poison you. Please get that into your head. Anyway, of course I'll meet you. I'll be outside the jewellery shop off Tulsa Street later on. 12:00 See you, Vasily

<phonecall to ULP - after reading the third email>

Niko   There's an email that says he's meeting someone at Tulsa St, in Hove Beach. ULP    Perfect, I'll send someone to pick up the hard drive. You go to Tulsa St., eliminate Minkov. Niko   Whoa, killing is very different from gathering information. ULP    You are acting in the interests of your new countrymen, and keeping yourself out of prison. For once this is a muder you don't have to feel confused about. Dispose of Minkov then call me.

<cutscene - outside the jewelery shop>

Oleg   [translated] Vasily, thank you for coming. Vasily [translated] Oleg, you're scaring me. I was even thinking that the man behind you might be watching me. Oleg   [sees Niko] [translated] This is it. He must have been waiting for me. Goodbye, friend.

<Niko chases Oleg and runs him off the road.>

Oleg   Please don't kill me. I did not mean what I was saying. They were just ideas. It was not meant to be taken literally. I meant no harm to this great country, [translated] nor to Russia if that is who sent you. Please.

<phonecall to ULP - once Oleg is dead>

Niko   Minkov is dead, the country is safe. ULP    Not by a long shot, smart ass. Nothing is safe, no one is safe. Maybe something has been averted, maybe delayed. I'll be in touch. Goodbye.

<phonecall from ULP - after getting into a big police shootout>

ULP    Is your johnson so big you can't keep it in your pants, Bellic? I told you to be calm. Niko   I'm sorry, I'm excitable.

<phonecall from ULP - after getting into a second big police shootout>

ULP    I been taking a lot of heat for you, Niko. Start doing me some favors. Niko   I'll start doing that when you start doing me some.

<phonecall from ULP - after getting into a third big police shootout>

ULP    I thought I told you to lay low? To keep your head down? Niko   Hey, sometimes I just can't help myself.

--- PORTRAIT OF A KILLER (#ulp2) ---

<cutscene - at the ULP office>

[Niko knocks and enters.] ULP    Come in, Niko. Niko   Hi. ULP    So... you fought in the war... Niko   You know a lot. ULP    Yes. You're looking for some people. Niko   We're all looking for that special somoene. ULP    But most of us don't want to kill them when we find them. Most murders are committed by people you know. Niko   Most wives are killed by their husbands. ULP    Yes. And my wife better stop sleeping with that tennis coach, or... I'm       joking. Niko   I am sure your wife doesn't need to sleep around. Oh, I'm joking... I'm       sure she does. ULP    Funny. I'm divorced. My wife can sleep with whoever she wants. Niko   Interesting... ULP    I'm not divorced. I was never married. No details. I need you to go       find someone for me. I'll be getting a picture through shortly. This is       important. Niko   So why use me? ULP    We always use people like you. Karen - Michelle... she was the same. Someone with something to lose, but not much to live for. Niko   What's in it for me? ULP    Two things. One, you don't get a hundred murders pinned on you. Two...       maybe I will help you. And maybe I won't. Now get access to a police computer and wait for my message. Go!

<text message from ULP>

This is your target. Find him and take him out. [picture]

<phonecall to ULP - upon reaching the building>

Niko   I've found his place, there are a bunch of guys hanging around. ULP    He must be in there, Niko. Dispose of them all. We're doing a favor for our comrades in the East. Niko   You better start doing me some favors soon.

<Dimayev rambles on once he's cornered>

Dimayev I should never have thought I could beat you people. At least I am not being sent back to the homeland. I do not wish to think what they would do to me. Be staying away from me! This democracy you people speak of       is all illusion! This country is not free, your constitution is all lies! The government is all powerful, there is no beating you!

<phonecall to ULP - after killing Dimayev and his men>

ULP    Did you serve your purpose? Niko   Yes. ULP    Then you are that much closer to finding the man you are after. That strange feeling deep inside - that's the feeling of satisfaction after you did something good. Congratulations. Goodbye.

--- DUST OFF (#ulp3) ---

<cutscene - at the ULP office>

[Niko knocks and enters.] ULP    Come in. You're late... and please calm down out there. Niko   Excuse me? ULP    I didn't give you a free pass to act like an asshole. You're bringing a lot of heat. Hanging out with bad people, doing bad things, making idiot moves. Niko   I'm an idiot. I move... ULP    True... but the last thing I need is you getting caught. Niko   Why? Because I lead them to you in some plea bargain thing? ULP    To me? Who am I? There's a hundred guys in this building alone who fit my description. Middle aged men, paunchy, glasses... you bring them here? What's this? Empty office, leased to a man who died in the last days of Vietnam... Call me up. My number never existed. No. I'm not too worried about that. I mean, I think you'll end up on the flight deck, but that's your business. Niko   Then what? ULP    Because you're good! Because I need you to keep being good. And you're       getting distracted. Niko   Funny, yeah. Good. ULP    I need someone neutralized. Guy is moving a lot of money for terrorists... Whatever. It doesn't really matter. The guy's gotta go. But I need to know his movements first. How? I've got something that's       going to help you. Head over to Albany Avenue in Lancet and give me a       call. Go. Niko   Can I get paid for this? Can I get a medal? ULP    Did you get a medal in your last war? Niko   What did you give Michelle? For me. ULP    Michelle? Karen. We gave her her life back. We didn't play too rough. We gave her some money. She still works for us. Niko   What about me? ULP    We'll discuss that later.

<phonecall from ULP - on the way to Albany Avenue>

ULP    Nearly there? You are about to see a chopper taking off from Civilization Plaza. We need to get hold of it. Follow it. Wait until it       touches down then, when the passengers are out, get in and fly it to        the airport in Dukes. Niko   Okay then.

<Niko chases the helicopter to the helipad in Westminster. After shooting the few men at the meet, he gets in the pilot seat.>

Niko   I haven't flown one of these things since the war.

<phonecall from Roman - while flying>

Roman  Cousin. How you doing? I'm in the gentlemen's club. I think you'd       really get into this. You should come down. Niko   I don't know if you can hear it, Roman, but I'm in a helicopter. Yes, that is the crazy shit I am having to get up to after you introduced me       to Michelle or Karen, or whatever her name really is. Roman  I don't get it, is she a government agent or an undercover cop? What is       she? Niko   Shit, I don't know. All I know is that her friends have got me by the balls. Roman  Someone's got me by the balls, too, cousin. I'll send you a pic.

<text message from Roman - shortly after>

Niko. I'm at the gentlemen's club! Check this ass out. Rom. [picture]

<Niko lands the helicopter at the airport, where two FIB agents take it.>

FIB    Thank you. We'll take it from here.

<phonecall to ULP>

ULP    My men have the chopper. They're going to strip it down and put it back together. It should be ready for you when you need it. Niko   Why would I need it? ULP    The guy I told you about. The guy you need to eliminate. The only way you'll get to him is in the air. I'll call you when we have a window. Goodbye.

--- PAPER TRAIL (#ulp4) ---

<phonecall from ULP>

ULP    Bellic. We need you. Now. The chopper is prepped and waiting off Grummer Road in Northwood. Your sometime accomplice, Jacob, is there. He's riding shotgun on this one. Niko   Jacob? The rasta? ULP    Don't ask unnecessary questions. I want you to take out this guy's       chopper. He was last spotted in Varsity Heights. No civilian casualties.

<approach and get in the helicopter>

Jacob  Yes, here's my man Niko. Niko   Hey, Jacob. Jacob  Yo Niko, got some serious fire power up in here. Rocket launcher. Bo! Niko   Let's find him and get this over with. I don't like being in this man's       pocket. Jacob  Ain't nuthin' but badda badda.

<flying - chasing target over Middle Park>

Jacob  There be the other chopper. Stick to him, Niko. We need to take him down where there be no people. Niko   For a man who has asked me to kill a lot of men, this guy is really safety conscious. Jacob  Seen. He got that government ting about him. All for the greater good and ting. Niko   I have the feeling he don't want to be responsible for a helicopter crash in Middle Park. Jacob  True dat.

<flying - chasing target over Star Junction - A>

Jacob  Yo, dis be some crazy shit ya know Niko. Yo, we inna the Star Junction in a helicopter. Dis be some real spy shit I and I doing ya       know. Niko   Shows you the people who need spy shit done get other people to do        their dirty work. Jacob  Seen, bredren. Everyting crash!

<flying - chasing target over Star Junction - B>

Jacob  Yo, I ain't used to seeing de Star Junction from a helicopter, ya know Niko. It's like we in a movie or something. Niko   Yeah! Only we could get arrested or killed. Those are the only differences. Jacob  Gwann chill out Niko, we jammin' here.

<flying - chasing target over lower Algonquin - A>

Niko   Shit, Jacob. You really gotta smoke that thing now? The secondary smoke doesn't exactly help my hand-eye coordination. And I'm paranoid enough with US government on my ass. Whatever actually, just smoke it.

<flying - chasing target over lower Algonquin - B>

Niko   Jacob, man! I don't see so good when you're blowing the smoke in my       face! Fine, smoke it. Whatever.

<flying - chasing target under Broker Bridge>

Jacob  Rhaaatid! What a' gwan? Niko   Don't worry about the bridge, Jacob. I'm finally getting the hang of       flying this thing. Jacob  Yo Respect! Ya a righteous rudeboy, Niko.

<flying - chasing target over ocean>

Jacob  He's over the water. Now are the time. Get close so I can take a shot!

<flying - Jacob destroys the target helicopter>

Jacob  Feel de fiyaah. Niko   Good shot, Jacob. Jacob  Ya got some crucial flying skills, ya know Niko. Can I drop I off on de       heli pad though? Me no feel so good ya know. Trust me, dis ting a mess wit me structure.

<flying - heading to the Helitours - A>

Jacob  Yo, job well done ya know Niko, but we haffi get out dis bumba clot debt right now, ya know. Niko   I do not think he can ask us to do more than this. Now it is our turn to get him to help us. If someone can find the man I search for, it       should be him. Jacob  Let's do it!

<flying - heading to the Helitours - B>

Jacob  Me done wit dat blood clot suit, ya know Niko I don't care what type of        prison sentence de boy want check me with, ya know star. No more ah       dis. Niko   It isn't easy to follow orders when you don't know what the fuck is        going on. I have a feeling that it was best to do what we did though. Jacob  Yeah, but me done wit dis ting ya know, Niko. Me no go back inna no       more blood clot helicopter wit di boy ya know, no more!

<phonecall to ULP>

Niko   We shot down that chopper for you. ULP    You think I don't know that? You think I've been sitting around scratching my balls with my head up my ass? Niko   I'd be impressed if you had been. ULP    I appreciate your assistance, Bellic. You did a good thing today. Now it's my turn. I will try to find the man you're after. I will call when I have something.

<text message from Jacob>

Irie star! You got crazy flying skills. I and I should fly over to Jamrock one day, sight? Easy. -LJ

<phonecall from Brucie - later on>

Brucie Yo Nicky, what's up homie? Our boy, Stevie, hit me up. The one who hooked us up with the sweet ride. Niko   He doesn't want you to give it back to him, does he? Brucie Shit, no, that's cool. I was just telling him how you know, you can make things happen. He's going to be in touch with you about some cars he needs found. If you catch my meaning? Niko   Sure, I have an ability to find stuff if the price is right. Give him my number. Brucie Fuck man, you are the boy. I'll call Stevie.

--- CALL AND COLLECT (#fm1) ---

<text message from unknown>

Niko - meet me at the end of the pier at Castle Gardens.

<cutscene - at the end of the pier>

Francis Were you followed? Niko   Hey... strange seeing you here, officer McReary. Francis I told you to come here, fucking maggot. Niko   You did? Why? Francis I know about you. Niko   Know what? Francis I know enough, boy. Niko   What do you know, boy? Francis I know you killed Mikhail Faustin. I know a group of Russians want you dead. I know you ain't no saint, boy. Niko   I don't know what you're talking about, chief. Francis Do you think this is a town that can keep a secret? Niko   I really don't know what you're talking about. Francis Yeah ya do. You know that a man's gotta do what a man's gotta do. That people ain't perfect... that life is a mess... Niko   Sure. Everybody knows that. Francis So you look out for me... and I don't look out for you. Know what I       mean? Niko   I think so. Francis So there's a guy trying to blackmail me. Niko   Who? Francis I don't know. Thinks he's getting paid though. The guy's smart. He       arranged to do the exchange by the Humboldt River off Silicon Street. Said to call him from the viewpoint there. Niko   Okay. Francis Listen... I did what I did... I made a mistake. That don't make me the devil. Now obviously I can't go, cause then he gets a picture of me       giving him money, and I'm admitting guilt. I ain't guilty of nothing, other than being a man. Niko   To be honest, I don't really care one way or another. Francis Well... I'm a good man. Niko   No doubt. Francis Call me when you get to the spot.

<phonecall to Francis - from the viewpoint off Silicon Street>

Niko   I'm in the park, now what? Francis Alright. This guy told me to bring the money there and call him. That means he's somewhere close and he's got a phone. I'm gonna text you his number. You've got to call him and keep a lookout for someone answering a phone. He won't be far.

<text message from Francis>

The blackmailer's number is 843-555-0124. - Francis

Black  Hello? Who's this? Niko   A friend. I'm calling about your exchange with McReary. Black  Yeah, he better have my paper. I ain't fucking around. Niko   I'm sure he's got your money. Have you got the stuff he wants? Black  Yeah. I got it. We're gonna make this shit happen. I don't mess around, you know? Push me and this shit is all over Weazel News. I got them on       speed dial. Niko   Really? Black  Yeah, and there's a lawyer called Tom Goldberg who's real interested. He's hungry for McReary's blood and shit. Yeah. Niko   Good thing Francis is paying then. Black  Call me when this exchange is going down. I don't like all the talking. Yeah.

Black  Shit, it's you again. Money best be the topic of this conversation. Niko   Yeah, yeah. We're talking about how you ain't getting no money, but you're still giving up the photos. Black  I told McReary I wasn't giving up them photos unless he paid me. He was gonna have ot take 'em from my cold, dead hand. Niko   You know what? He thought that that wasn't such a bad idea. Looks like you've been fucking with the wrong cop. Black  You know what? Fuck this. I'm getting out of here. The meet's off, buddy.

<Niko finds and kills the blackmailer, then takes the storage device.>

<cutscene - in an alley in East Holland>

Niko   Here. He's dead. Francis Great, I can get rid of these now. I feel like a new man. Not many people get a second chance like this. It's my redemption. Niko   Your sins are absolved, I guess.

--- FINAL INTERVIEW... (#fm2) ---

<text message from Francis>

Meet me at the station, Niko. Thought it might be nice for you to see the place from the good guy's side of the bars. - Francis

<cutscene - at the police station in Westminster>

Guy    Get off me. LCPD   Get in there. Stop with this okay? Guy    Get the fuck off me. Francis Oh, okay. have a nice day. Hey uh, Jimmy, how you doing? Niko   Uh. Francis Come on Jimmy, let's go to my office. Niko   Jimmy? Francis You're undercover. As in deep. Mitch  Heya, Chief. Francis Hey Mitch... looking good. Gastric bypass worked out well for you I       see... Mitch  Yeah thanks. I'll tell my therapist about you... tell her my boss keeps sexually harassing me. Francis Oh yeah, you wish. [Niko and Francis go up to his office.] Francis I could use a drink. You? Niko   No. Francis That motherfucker thinks he can drag me down. Niko   What's wrong now? Francis Oh man... Sure? [Francis holds up a bottle and Niko refuses again.] Francis Listen. Where to begin? I don't know. Let me put it like this... if a       guy makes a mistake, should that ruin his life? People don't understand how life is. Life is like a bowl of fruit... slowly rotting in a hot kitchen.... Niko   Hey, I don't give a fuck about the life lessons, friend. What do you want? Francis I'm a good guy! I... he's got it all wrong... but one stain on my       character and I'm finished. I want to make a difference. Niko   What? Francis Some lawyer. This big, white shoe firm. Thinks he's a crusader. Some morality cunt who takes photos of guys in the shower at the gym and then jacks off on his wife's face. Some... Niko   Hey, enough. Enough. Francis Sorry. Look... the guy's name is Tom Goldberg. Thinks he's got something on me. Gonna go to the DA with it, use it to get into Congress. Niko   Okay. Francis Yeah. So, it's him or me. And it might as well be him, right. But...       he's hard to get to. Guy has a bodyguard, limo, everything. You're       gonna need to get one on one with him. Niko   Not in the showers. Francis Not in the showers, a job interview. THen you can steal some files I       need. Niko   An interview? Francis Sure, it'll be easy. You're an immigrant. They're almost legally bound to interview you. But, uh... get yourself a suit. Niko   Okay. Francis I'll email you the details. You're a good man, Niko Bellic. A good man. Niko   Coming from you, that means a lot. Francis It does.

FrancisMcReary@libertycitypolice.com Head Hunting

Niko, You might want to look at www.goldberglignerandshyster.com. There's a job in the recruitment section that I think you'd be perfect for. Have a killer interview. Best Wishes, Deputy Commisioner McReary

<Niko goes to the law firm's website and submits a resume.>

<phonecall to Francis>

Niko   I've sent off the application. I've always wanted to be a lawyer. Francis You can be whatever you like. It's the land of opportunity. Any fool can become President. Call me when you hear about the interview.

<phonecall from the lawyers - later on>

Karen  Mr. Bellic. This is Karen from Goldberg, Ligner and Shyster. We'd like to arrange an interview for you at the earliest convenience. Come into our offices at [time]. Is that alright? Niko   I can free that period up in my schedule. Karen  Super! Your interview will be with Mr. Goldberg. Press the buzzer and we'll let you in. Have a nice day.

<phonecall to Francis>

Niko   I have an interview with Goldberg [time]. Francis Perfect, the smug bastard ain't gonna know what's coming at him. Teach him for sticking his nose in other peoples' business and get the files.

<text message from Francis>

Remember Niko - Wear a suit and a smart pair of shoes. Try Perseus in Algonquin. You'll need to pack some heat too, but don't go flashing it about until you meet Goldberg. - Francis

<phonecall from Francis - miss the interview>

Francis How'd the interview go? Is it done? Niko   Shit, something came up. I didn't make it. Maybe they'll schedule another one. Francis They fucking better.

<text message from the lawyers - miss the interview>

Mr. Goldberg has re-scheduled your interview for [time]. G.L. and S.

--- ...FINAL INTERVIEW (#fm3) ---

<cutscene - at the offices>

[Niko presses the buzzer.] Niko   Ahh... it's Niko Bellic, I'm here for an interview. Karen  Come in, I'll buzz you through. [Niko enters and approaches the front desk.] Guard  Welcome to Goldberg, Ligner, and Shyster, sir. Karen   Mr. Bellic, welcome. I'll just see if Mr. Goldberg is available. [to comm system] Mr. Goldberg, Mr. Bellic has arrived for his interview. Gold   [through comm system] ... Ok, great, uh, tell him to come through to my       office. Karen  Would you please follow me, Mr. Bellic? Niko   Sure. [They walk to Goldberg's office.] Karen  Mr. Goldberg is such a saint. He teaches kids to swim, you know? He's       just so warm and giving. All he cares about is making the world a       better place. And boy, are you in trouble if you get in his way. Niko   Do you think he'll like me? Karen  He's just in here. Don't be nervous. He doesn't bite.

<Niko listens to Goldberg rant on.>

Gold   Hello, Niko. What's that short for... Nikolai? I'm looking for a man who can get jobs done right. Nikolai, I like your resume. You seem to       be the sort of man who would go the extra distance, I just need to take another look, get myself reacquainted with your experience... So, you're the sort of man who doesn't wait to get told what to do? A guy who looks at the world, sees problems and tries to fix them? Niko   Sure... Gold   My problem is that people don't notice the decay in society. They leave the decay alone and soon it's too late so you have to pull the whole tooth. Niko   Yeah? Gold   I'm the guy who goes around shaking people. For people, read society, read City Hall. I shake them, and I say "floss!" Get rid of the rotting flesh stuck in your teeth. Prevent decay! Mouthwash, you hear me? There's this cop. Good cop, but he thinks he's above the law. He's not. You wanna know why? Because the law is clear. I'm gonna crush him into dust. No one is above my judgement! You understand me? Niko   Ok. Gold   Here at G.L. and S. we're pushing things to the limit. We're on the front-line young man. A man I was recently with in this office, in this very room, was murdered. You gotta fight for what is just in this world. Niko   You do. Gold   Anyway, gimme an example of some time where you've worked as part of a        team. Niko   I work alone... Gold   So, are you going to expand on that or are you just going to hang around like a chump? Damn these quotas. You end up with every dumb immigrant in the city coming in for interviews.

Gold   Sure, stand up if you want to. Whatever makes you comfortable.

Gold   A knife? You into camping or something? Did you order that from the Serrated Edge?

Gold   Baseball, the great American pastime. We got a softball team in the office. Get sweaty together, build team spirit, you know.

Gold   [yelling] Security, get in here. We've got a problem. Modupe! Modupe, get in here! Would you remove this gentleman from the building? He's       wasting my time. And while you're at it, take a look in the can, will ya? I think I blocked it up pretty good.

<aim at Goldberg>

Niko   Where are the files for your case against McReary? Gold   Shit, they're on my desk. I never hurt anyone. Niko   I wouldn't be here if you'd never hurt anyone.

[Karen runs in and screams.] Niko   I was never here. You understand?

<Niko kills Goldberg, takes the files, and escapes the building.>

<cutscene - behind the police station in Westminster>

Niko   Here are the files. Francis Great, peace at last. I feel cleansed. You silenced Goldberg too, right? I don't need to worry about him? Niko   He's done. Francis Music to my ears, a weight has been lifted. Here's your payment.

--- HOLLAND NIGHTS (#fm4) ---

<cutscene - at Francis's office in the police station>

Francis [to phone] Sure, Ma. Sure... I've always been a good boy, you know me, Ma. Yes, I'll make Commissioner. [Niko enters.] Francis No. I don't care about Packie... listen, Ma, I've got to go. Love you too. [to Niko] Good to see you. Niko   I'm sure. Francis You know it's funny, but I see a lot of me in you. You know why? Niko   No. Francis You know there's no good, and no evil... just shades of fucking gray. Niko   Whatever... Francis You make things one per cent better. That's enough. That's our duty. Niko   If you say so. Francis Oh I do say so. I want to make things a bit better. By any means necessary. And you? What do you want? Niko   I want to get paid. Francis Sure. Sure you do. So listen, I got something I need you to do. Niko   This is the last time. Francis Of course. Some drug dealer is holed up in a tower block in East Holland. This scumbag's been pushing drugs, pimping women, you name it, he's done it. I need him dealt with. Niko   Isn't that police work? Francis Sure... and the moon is made of cheese and the streets is paved with gold. Wake up. Niko   Excuse me? Francis The guy's guilty as sin. He is sin. But it'll take me a year to get the evidence. More maybe. And maybe good men will get taken down by that evidence. Maybe people make mistakes. But this guy, is scum. Niko   How much? Francis Oh how much? Good money. Two G's. Niko   Two? You mean five. Francis You know, If someone was to tell me you was some fresh off the boat killer with more balls than brains, I'd say he was about right. Okay you got a deal. Head on up to Vauxite and call me. Five G's...

<phonecall to Francis - upon reaching the project>

Niko   I'm outside the project, where is he? Francis Should be on the second floor, keeps an eye on all his boys from up       there. The guys you see are gonna be working for that scumbag in one way or another. Anyway, these projects all got the same layout, a       staircase leading up on either side. Try to get off the ground floor before getting violent. Niko   Violent... me? Francis Yeah you. Remember, you're doing a real service for the community by       getting rid of this scumbag. Niko   Francis McReary is the community now? You're starting to sound like your friend Manny.

<Niko fights to the second level, then chases Clarence up to the roof. After all of the guards are dead, Clarence walks out unarmed.>

CL     Yo, yo, yo. Man, you got me, chill. I surrender. You wouldn't kill an       unarmed man, would you? Niko   This isn't my choice, the police want you dead. CL     Yo, it's that rat cop McReary. Ain't it? He don't like a younger brother with ambition. Tell you what, I'll reform. I'll get out of the game. Get a GED or some shit. Make something of my life. McReary is       going to think I'm dead. Word. Come on, boss. Don't kill me, boss. I'm       too young to die. Please. Please.

<execute Clarence>

Niko   Sorry.

<spare Clarence>

CL     That's right. We the same, me and you. Look out for each other. You the boss though, man. You the boss of me. Niko   Get out of here. I see you again, you'll wish I had killed you now.

<phonecall to Francis - kill Clarence>

Niko   He tried to convince me to let him go. Said he's get out of town. I       finished him anyway. Francis Good move. You shouldn't trust a word that comes out of that scum's       mouth. The streets are a little bit cleaner now he's gone. One percent - it's all we can hope for. Niko   Whatever you say. They don't look much cleaner from where I'm standing.

<phonecall to Francis - spare Clarence>

Niko   You don't have to worry about Clarence anymore. Francis You did a good thing, Niko. That boy was mean. He had a tongue on him, too. Always talking his way out of court, willing to compromise anyone to get out of trouble. Thank God for real justice.

--- LURE (#fm5) ---

<cutscene - at the fountain in Castle Gardens>

Francis Are you trying to get us both killed, you fuckin' asshole? Niko   What? Francis I send you to destroy an organization and you only make the boss disappear. Now his chief lieutenant is holed up in an apartment, and he       wants to speak to the feds. Niko   Whoa, hold on. An organization? Francis You fucking idiot! I paid you to do a man's job, you amateur. You fucking boy. Niko   No, no, no, no. You sent me to kill one guy. One guy who would put you in prison. Francis Bullshit! Alright, I'll tell you what, genius, I'll tell you fucking what. Tell it to the judge. Tell him I only sent you to kill one guy...       so it ain't your fault. I wonder what he'll say? Maybe he'll let you walk - on account you being braindead and totally fucking mentally retarded. Niko   Maybe he will. Either way, you're screwed. Francis Whoa, whoa, whoa, wait. Look. You gotta do this for me. For us. Come on, you idiot. One more. The guy's a fucking lowlife. He means nothing. If there is a God, and he loves us, if there is, he'd want this fuck dead. The guy sells heroin to kids. Niko   The world is full of bad people. Francis But we've got a lot to lose. Niko   I don't have anything to lose, Mr. McReary. Francis How much? Niko   You know my price. Five. Your call. I don't care. Francis You bastard. Okay... Now the guy lives in an apartment on Denver between V and W. He's holed up there pretty tight. I left a rifle for you in the trunk of a car at the corner of Albany and M. So go there, gimme a call.

<phonecall to Francis - on Denver Avenue>

Niko   I've found the place. Francis Okay, the mope's holed up in his apartment. It's on the fourth floor on       the east side of the street. Go up onto the roof of the building opposite to get a shot at him. Niko   What if he isn't standing by the window? Francis Then use your damn imagination to get him to the window. Jesus! Call me       when it's done.

<phonecall to the filth in his apartment>

Filth  Shaniqua, baby. Look girl, 5-0 is trying to kill me. And I was real stressed and she was there for me. I didn't know she was yo' sister. Shaniqua, that you? It ain't your style to be doin' this silent shit.

<phonecall to the filth - on the third call>

Filth  This ain't right. How'd you get these digits? Is this Francis? You killed Clarence, man.

<phonecall to Francis - after the filth is killed>

Niko   I dealt with him. Francis You did the right thing. I hope that the kids out there get this message and realize that there are better paths to take. Niko   I'm not interested in your sermon, Mr. McReary. Let's not pretend that this was anything other than business. Francis There is nothing wrong with admitting that you have done some good. The community thanks you. One percent better. If one hundred people managed that... it'd be a hundred percent.

--- HARBORING A GRUDGE (#pm1) ---

<phonecall from an unknown caller>

Packie Niko, it's Patrick McReary. You and me did some work for Elizabeta Torres together. Niko   You mean I saved your ass? Packie Well, if I'd a known it was such a big deal to you, I woulda asked you to let them kill me. Anyway, if you're in need of extra funds I'm in       need of a good man. Come over to my Ma's on Savannah Avenue in Meadows Park. Niko   I'm always in need of money. See you there.

<cutscene - at McReary house>

Ma     All I'm saying is that we'll all be judged in the end, all of your brothers... and you, Patrick. And you, Kate! Packie Who's going to judge Kate? What would she win if they did? Virgin of       the year? Kate   I'm thinking maybe you can catch VD for both of us, Patrick. Packie Fuck you, Katie. Ma     Language. Packie Sorry, Ma. [Niko enters.] Packie Oh, there he is, Mr. fucking crazy man... you wanna beer? Niko   No. Packie  Good. 'Cause I ain't fucking got none. Niko   Very funny. Maybe if being a drunkard doesn't work out you can be a       comedian. Packie Fuck off... and you, Kate, fuck off outta here. That's my ma. Ma     Nice to meet you. Niko   Hi. Packie And this is my sister. Lovely lass. Scared to bits of life. And fucking off outta here right now, before I throw a fuckin' bottle at her. Ma     Patrick! Kate   Nice to meet you. Niko   Likewise, see you around. Kate   Bye. [Ma and Kate leave.] Packie What a girl! I think she likes you. Word to the wise, though - she don't put out. Which is convenient, 'cause if she did, I'd have to kill you. Niko   Understood. Packie Good lad. You got any drugs on you, boy? Niko   No. Packie  Shit... well, probably a good thing... we got some business to take care of. Come on.

Packie We've got business out at the docks in Algonquin. Where's your car, man? We need a car.

<driving - heading to Fishmarket South - A>

Packie Okay, there's a ship coming in and we're the welcoming party. Niko   Who are we welcoming and what have they got that makes this drive worth the effort? Packie We're welcoming some of our cousins from the East, but we don't know what it is that they're bringing in exactly. All we know is that it's       worth a dollar or two. My brother Gerald had word about it through this Italian, Ray Boccino. He gave us the heads up in exchange for a cut of       the haul. Niko   What makes you think that the information is legit? Packie First off, I don't trust this guinea for a second. We wouldn't be       working for him if our family still had the same status it did back in        the day. But that's another story. Niko   Am I going to hear this story? Packie Anyone who hands around my family hears about the old days. Just wait. Oh yeah, Ray Boccino's a slimy motherfucker. The one thing you can rely on him for is greed. I'm too small time to be worth setting up so the one angle he can be playing is the cash one. Niko   Makes sense. Packie Yeah, he'll probably try to give us a fraction of whatever this stuff's        worth but it'll be a fun night. Niko   Depends on what you think is fun. Packie Stealing, gunfire, car chases, all the usual stuff. Niko   Usual for you and me maybe. The general population, I am not so sure. Packie General population. That's a prison term. You ever been inside? Niko   Not in this country. In Europe. They do things different there. Not so       much of the "fun in the shower" that you guys have here in America. Packie Must have been a real disappointment. Bet a guy like you thought he was going to be real popular with the lifers. Did no one pay you any attention. Niko   As I said, the whole prison bitch thing is an American phenomenon. It       don't happen on the other side of the ocean. Packie Well, you've got to do some time over here. See what you've been missing out on in your chaste European jails. Niko   I'm going to pass on that. Send me a postcard if you do some time. Packie Will do. Might even put you on the visitors list. Niko   I'd be fucking touched. Packie You'd be touched if you did some time, that's for sure. Niko   We would see if they'd be able to touch me, I got some moves. Packie You're a good man, Niko. I like you. Not in a "fun in the showers" kind of way. In a male bonding, about to go rob some people, kind of way. Niko   I think I know what you are saying.

<driving - heading to Fishmarket South - B>

Packie My brother Gerry's had word from Ray Boccino, his Italian contact, about a big shipment coming in near the fish market. The Triads are expecting something and it smells fishy. Niko   The fish market smells fishy? Packie Shit, man. I keep forgetting you're not from here. Something smellin' fishy means that it ain't quite right. So, this shipment smellin' fishy means that it ain't gonna be what they say it is. Niko   But, if it's going to the fish market they must be saying that it's        fish. Packie So? Niko   So if this shipment is what they say it is, then it's going to smell fishy anyway. Packie Shut the fuck up. You think you're a right fuckin' comedian, don't ya? Anyways, I was in Algonquin last night, partying with some sweet college chicks. Niko   Yes? Packie You should come along next time. Niko   Really? Packie Sure, sure, guy like you. You'd have a good time. Unless you're hoping to see me sis again? If that's what's going through your brain then we've got ourselves a problem. Niko   Oh yeah? Packie The problem's that you'll be letting yourself in for a lifetime without getting action. And I know what happens to a man when he ain't getting any. It ain't pretty. Niko   So, you got yourself a girlfriend, Packie? Packie I do and I don't if you know what I mean? Niko   It usually means you don't, right? Packie Ha. You're a perceptive guy. I got the lowdown on you from Elizabeta. Some guys I know have checked you out as well. I think you and me could get along. I need a guy like you on our team. Niko   Don't you got other guys to help you out? You're from here, you should know everyone. Packie That's the fucking problem, everyone in the neighborhood... hell, in       the whole fucking city knows us. You can't trust people. I only trust me family, some of them at least, and people I don't know. That's why you're on this job with me. Niko   Because you don't know me? Packie That, and you saved my life. Saving someone's life has got to count for something in this fucked up age we live in. Niko   That depends on the life, I guess. Packie Tell you what, I'll snort a load of rails, fuck a lot of drunk girls, get into fights on a nightly basis and die young leaving a scarred, bloated corpse. That sound like the sort of life worth saving? Niko   Most definitely.

<cutscene - at the docks>

Packie Alright, here we are. Niko   What's the plan? Packie We get up on the roof of that warehouse. There should be a good view of       the dock so we can scope that shit out.

<cutscene - atop the roof of the warehouse>

Packie This is where the deal's meant to be going down. And here's the boat, right on time. See those boxes on the back of the boat? They must be       bringing cloned meds. Niko   Meds? Packie Yeah. Sutff that'll stop housewives cutting their wrists and make their husbands get wood. Meds, Mollis, sedatives, antidespressants - meds. Niko   Okay, how do we do it? Packie We'll wait until the truck is loaded and then take it. Simple as that. I'll cover you from up here while you're down on the ground cleaning up. Niko   These better be some good fucking pills. The housewives better be       grateful.

<They gun down the Triads and take the truck.>

Packie Alright, Niko. You drive. I'll take out anyone who tries to follow us. We're going to Ray's lockup in Westminster off of Union Drive West.

<driving - heading to the lockup in Purgatory - A>

Packie They're taking this real serious, aren't they? Niko   They do not like to be robbed, I guess. Not many people do. Packie That's a lesson I've learnt. Fucking Boccino said it'd be easy. Good thing I enjoy a good ruck.

<driving - heading to the lockup in Purgatory - B>

Packie Shit, Niko. These cocksuckers are all over us. Niko   I thought you had the luck of the Irish? Packie I fuckin' do. It's just that we've got your fuckin' Slavic driving skills as well. That's if we're ever going to get out of this fuckin' jam. Put your foot down, man.

<continuing on drive, being attacked by Triads>

Niko   What the hell...? Is it Chinese New Year already? There's a box of       grenades in here. Pass some up, packie - I'll give them a taste of       their own fireworks.

<cutscene - at the lockup>

Ray    The stuff all in there? Packie Sure is. All safe and sound. Whole truck load of it. Ray    A lotta wives and mistresses are gonna be happy when their men get a        hold of those, huh? Whole city's gonna be hard in a few days time. Who's this? Packie That's my boy, Niko. He's an absolute savior. Couldn't have done it       without him. Ray    Niko, come over here. You work for these mick bastards? Packie [quietly] Fucking guinea. Niko   I work for whoever's paying. Ray    I might give you a call sometime. Get in, Packie. Packie Eh, I'll catch you round, man.

<text message from Packie>

Saw this Liberty Tree story about us and them Triads at the Fishmarket when I was looking for some hot amateur shit online. Totally killed my hard-on. Gotta change my homepage.

<phonecall from Francis - later on>

Francis Niko, what's this I hear about you running with Patrick McReary now these days? Niko   He's got work and he's a good guy. You're not planning on taking him down, are you? Lay off him for me. Francis I'm not planning on taking him down. He's my damn brother, you idiot. Niko   Packie McReary, Francis McReary. It's all starting to make sense. I       knew Irish families were big but I didn't expect to run into brothers in a place the size of Liberty City. Francis Just thank the Lord you ran into Packie and not my other brothers. Packie's just a hood but Gerald is into some serious shit. And Derrick. He's the worst. If that asshole ever comes back from Ireland, I can't       be held responsibile for what I'd do. My brothers ain't no good, Niko. Trust me on that. Niko   You know what, me and Packie get along. Maybe if doing what you do is       good, then I wanna be no good instead. I should meet the other McRearys. Francis Be careful what you wish for.

--- WASTE NOT WANT KNOTS (#pm2) ---

<cutscene - at the McReary house>

Packie ...so the plan was they were gonna hide the diamonds in the Queen's        ass! [Niko enters.] Kate   Oh, hey, Niko. Niko   Hey, Kate. Packie Get your fucking hands off my fucking sister, boy. Kate   We're talking, not having casual sex, Patrick... I pray after the amount of practice you've had you'd know the difference. Packie Sure, I know the difference. One leaves you feeling sad and empty and alone... and the other's casual sex! Kate   Then I am quite sure you and mister Niko here will have fun on your 'play date'. Ma     [from another room] Kate! Kate   Coming, Ma... you boys place nice, now... Packie For sure. Ma     Kate! Kate   Okay! [Kate leaves.] Packie Oh, we're gonna play real nice... [pulls out rifles] They're clean as a       fuckin' whistle. One previous owner... safely driven... ready for action. [to Niko] We got an opportunity, my boy. Michael Yep. Fortune favors the brave. Gordon Gotta make hay while the sun shines. Packie So is you down, boy, or is you out? Niko   Down for what? Michael Down for robbing a thief... Gordon Robin Hood! Packie Exactly, Robin fuckin' Hood... Niko   Who are you going to rob? Packie The fucking Mafia, boy. Niko   Is the money good? What's the risk? Packie Well, the risk is... we all die a very slow and painful death. And the money is good, very good indeed. Gordon So you in, big guy? Or are we gonna have to kill you? Niko   Well... since you put that way, I'm in. Michael Good, let's go. Gordon Alright, alright, let's go. Let's do this.

Packie Can you get us a car, man? I'm afraid these two idiots can't drive for shit. Michael Fuck you, Packie. Gordon Yeah, fuck yuz. Packie Take us out to the waste management plant under the Algonquin Bridge on        Colony Island, big man.

<driving - heading to the waste management plant - A>

Niko   A Mafia controlled waste management plant? Packie You fuckin' guessed it. It's an Ancelotti operation. Ray tipped us off about a big payoff they just got. A fat cash payoff. Michael Ancelottis, eh? I can't tell none of those wop families apart. Ancelottis, Gambinos, Pecorinos. Packie It's the fucking Pegorinos, man. We're workin' for them. Pecorino's a       type a cheese. Pegorino is a bunch of guido gangsters outta Alderney. Niko   They're all Mafia though? Packie Course they are. Cosa Nostra and all that shit. Our family used to be       bigger than all them Mafia families put together. Back in the day, that is. Gordon Not this shit again. I heard this speech a million times. The McRearys ran the city. People was scared to say their name let alone come near their place in Purgatory. Life was great. We were in charge. Packie It's fucking true. I'd like to hear you tell Gerald that it's a boring story. Me brother wouldn't take too kindly to that now would he? You know that Purgatory is called what it is because people were so scared of the McRearys. Did you know that, Niko? Gordon It's called that because people found the McRearys' stories so fuckin' boring. Listening to them was like being in Purgatory. Packie Fuck you, Gordon. I'll fucking come back there and kick your fucking ass in a minute. Niko   I hear that Francis McReary is your brother. Packie Fucking Frankie, my brother. He may have a badge, but I tell you for a       fact he's as crooked as the rest of us McRearys. More so. At least we       ain't fucking hypocrites. Kate's the only decent one. Niko   I can believe that. Packie You know Frankie do ya? I got a story for you if you do. Gordon Another fucking story. Packie Shut up, Gordon. So, Niko, when Francis and Gerald was growing up, Frankie becomes an altar boy. He swears to this day that he wanted to       serve the Lord. Gerry knows the truth though. He only put on that cassock so he could pocket the change in the collection plate. Fact. That's Francis down to a fucking T. I don't even know if he realizes what a crook he is. Niko   That sounds like the Francis McReary I met. Packie I bet. Model community leader, my ass. Gordon You're just worried he'll start clamping down on you, ain't ya Packie? Packie I'd like to see him try it. Not gonna happen with the things Gerry knows.

<driving - heading to the waste management plant - B>

Niko   Packie, you hang out in some strange places. First you take me to a       fish market and now a waste plant. Gordon It looks like he ain't too pleased with the dates you been taking him on, Patrick. You got to learn how to treat a man right. Packie Shut it, Gordo. Ray's given us a tip off about a big payment the Ancelottis just got. We're all gonna do real well outta this. Niko   These places are messed up. I think this Ray guy is fucking with you. Packie No one's fucking with me, Niko. This is how things work here. The whole city is turning into a fucking theme park. Only places an       honest criminal can make any money are these shit holes. Gordon I think they're fucking with ya, Packie. They're laughing at ya. Packie You think they're having a laugh with Gerald, Gordo? You think even these Alderney guidos would have the balls to do that? Gordon Them guidos use you for what they like, if the Peg asked Gerald to wipe his ass he probably would. Michael What's that say about you then, Gordo? If you're taking orders from Packie. Gordon That don't mean shit. Packie Fucking with us or not, these jobs pay the bills, don't they? Michael The only thing they're doing for Gordon is keeping the bookies off his back for another week. How much you lose on that Swingers game last week? Gordon That shit was rigged. I got screwed in the ninth damn inning. A guy who bats on-fifty hits a three run homer. Bullshit! Packie Don't go dropping too much green after this. If the Ancelottis hear we've been spending it up they might finger us for this job. If that happens, the bookies will be the least of your worries. Michael Don't trouble yourself about me, Packie. I'm sitting on my money. Not gonna throw it at the bookies like Gordon over here. I'm saving it up       so... Packie I don't give a shit what you're doing with your cut. All I care about is you holding up your end of the job. Gordon You shouldn't save too much, Michael. You never know, you might get hit by a bus tomorrow. Packie Nah, not St. Michael here. Niko   My cousin, Roman, he has this gambling problem as well. Can't have a       dollar in his pocket without spending it at a card game. Packie Are these his dollars he's spending, or yours? Niko   What's mine is his. We are cousins.

Packie Here we are boys. Moment of fucking truth. Alright boys, if Ray is       correct then the money's going to be kept in the office in the main building. And there should be a boat docked out back for the getaway. Alright, it's up and over the fence.

<They assault the plant, get inside, Niko heads upstairs to the office.>

Packie Alright boys, let's go inside and find this money. Niko   Hey Packie, I'll go get the money. Cover me, will you?

<Niko grabs the bag and heads back down while more mobsters pour inside.>

Niko   Okay kids, I got the cash. Shit! Looks like we're not the only ones after it. Packie There's got to be a pizza parlor on this island coz I ain't never seen so many Italians. Out the back, boys. Gordon, Michael. You hold these boys back while me and Niko make a swim for it with the money. Michael We'll see you back at the house, Packie. Gordon Try to keep the money dry, won't ya? I don't know how my bookie's gonna be about wet notes...

Niko   Swimming for it, eh? Packie Sure, me boy. There's the boat just out there. I'll race ya.

Packie Can you drive a boat? You got to this fine country in a boat, didn't       ya, Niko? Niko   That don't mean I can drive one. Fuck it though, I'll give it a try.

<driving - boating to some docks in Steinway>

Packie That was fucking beautiful. We did ourselves proud. My brother Gerry is       going to be fucking ecstatic. Niko   Providing the Ancelottis don't figure out it was us that ripped them off. Packie Don't fucking worry about it. They'll just figure it was another one of       the five families. Us McRearys are under the fucking radar nowadays. It       ain't a problem. Niko   I hope you're right for my sake. Packie Shut up and think about the money. If that don't work, think about my       sister. I tell you though, you're only getting your hands on one of       those things, you maniac, and it ain't going to be my Katie. Niko   I'll think about the money then. Packie What a trooper.

<cutscene - at the docks>

Packie We did it. Top of the fucking world. Here's your share. Don't go       spending it in any Italian restaurants. Niko   I'll see you soon, Packie.

<phonecall from Packie - later on>

Packie Niko man. Look, I ain't a pimp or nothing. Niko   What're you talking about, man? Packie I'm saying, would you take my sister, Katie, out for a drink or        something? She don't get out much and she sure as hell don't go on       dates. We're starting to worry. She likes you, just as friends, I'm       gonna send you her number. Niko   I'll give her a call man, but I don't think she'll wanna see me. Packie Trust me, she will. Call her, man.

<text message from Packie>

Hey man, give my sister a ring. I know she'd appreciate it. Could be fun if you don't mind dating a fucking nun.

--- THREE LEAF CLOVER (#pm3) ---

<text message from Packie>

I told my brothers about ya. Got a big job planned. Put on a suit, a tie, and some good shoes and get over here. Costs a fucking shit load but the only place to go for that shit is Perseus in Algonquin.

<cutscene - at the McReary house>

Packie There he is - Niko Bellic. Niko, these are my two brothers, well two of       my brothers, the two that count. Derrick and Gerald. Niko   Hi. Packie Derrick has just returned to the family fold after a good few years in        the Old Country. Involved in the struggle. Sort of like you, I'd       imagine. And Gerry... Gerry's the man. And you remember Michael? St. Michael... Michael Yeah, hey. Niko   Yes, yes, it's, uh, nice to meet you. Packie Niko is a trip, man, I met him through that Puerto Rican coke dealer... Gerry  So you want to involve him in the family business. What do you know about him? Packie What I know is he likes a fight, and he ain't the fucking law. Gerry  Oh, no offense mister... that ain't good enough. Packie Well it's good enough for me. Michael He's a good lad, Gerry. Gerry  Was I talking to you, you inbred halfwit? I make a point of not talking to the unfortunate victims of brother sister marriages. Michael Don't you speak about my parents like that. Gerry  Aww, you're like fucking Cleopatra... Fifteen generations of brother sisters fucking... and you're so thick you take orders off my idiot brother Packie... who's so stupid he had to tattoo his name on his arm. Niko   If there is a problem, I'll go. No trouble, I have other ways of making money. Packie There's no problem. Gerry just likes to think he knows best about everything... which is why he's been married three times already and still won't admit he likes men. Gerry  Nah, no problem. I'll leave you boys to it. Don't screw up. Packie, take care of Derrick, he's been away. [to Niko] And you... nothing personal, but don't fuck with my family, or I will fuck with yours.

Packie Alright, we're heading to the Southern Algonquin branch of the Bank of        Liberty. Niko, you're the designated driver. Niko   Let's do this.

<driving - heading to the bank - A>

Packie Alright, here's how the shit is going down. We're gonna go inside and each take down a security guard. Me and St. Michael here are gonna handle the civilians while Niko and Derrick manage the employees. Anyone tries anything, you put them down hard. Once the situation has been controlled, Derrick's going to rig the vault door with explosive. Derrick I got enough PE4 here to get through anything they throw at us. Michael PE4, I ain't never heard of that. Packie It's some limey name for C4 that Derrick picked up over there. Derrick I ain't having this argument with you, Patrick. Safe to say, what we're       using is controllable enough to go through any vault door without incinceration whatever's inside. Not going to leave much residue on the notes either so they should be washable. Packie They're going to be washable alright. Can't wait to see what sort of       kick C4 residue is going to give me when I snort up a line of chop through one of them notes. Derrick First, you're a fucking charmer, Patrick. Second, it's PE4 not C4. Packie Whatever, at least I'm honest about my habits, Derrick. Derrick You know nothing about nothing, Patrick. I'm honest about me demons. Packie Hit the needle on the old head there did I, Derrick? Michael The expression is hit the nail on the head, Packie. Packie Really Michael? You don't think I know that? Gerry was right about you, Mikey. Your parents must have been twins to produce a kid as dumb as       you. I'm surprised you ain't got three eyes, no balls, and a club foot. Michael Don't bring my parents into this, Packie. Packie Alright, alright. Do we all know what we're doing? Once the vault door blows, I want Niko and Michael to go down into the vault to get the money while me and my brother handle the crowd control. Niko   All makes sense to me. if you guys can stop arguing for a few minutes then I think we might be okay.

<driving - heading to the bank - B>

Packie Gerald was very clear about the way things is going down, boys. Me and Michael are on the civilians, Derrick and Niko are on employees. Derrick, did you sort out the charge for the vault door? Derrick What's that mean? Of course I sorted out the charge. What you think I       been doing all day? Packie I dunno. Nodding off with a needle sticking outta your arm? Derrick Patrick, you was such a sweet little boy when I left this city. Packie You was gone a long time, Derrick. From what I remember, you've changed too. Niko   This is an emotional moment, I can feel the brotherly love in the air. Maybe we should just talk about the job though? Packie Sure. So, Derrick, you got the charge rigged up to your phone? Derrick Had a bit of trouble with that. Couldn't find a pager to rig the blasting cap to. Had to put the thing on a timer. Packie Alright, alright, we can roll with a timer. That's cool. Niko, when the door blows, I want you and Michael to go down into the vault to get the cash. Grab as much as you can carry. Niko   Okay. Michael Don't need to tell me twice, Packie. I'm ready to go. Pumped, is what I       am. Packie Thanks, Michael. Knew I could count on the dumbest member of the group to throw himself into proceedings the most willingly. Michael I was just saying how I'd do what you said, Packie. No need to get abusive. Packie There was no need for a brother and sister to get married, but your parents did that and now you're here. Derrick I can think of one reason they needed to get married. They was so ugly that no one else would have 'em. Packie Nothing like a sibling's love, eh Derrick? Derrick Nothing like it. Nothing could make me love Francis, though. Packie Fucking Frankie, he'd be pissed if he could see us now.

<cutscene - at the bank>

Derrick This is it, boys. Moment of truth. Packie None of you fucking fucks move. Get on the floor. Michael None of yous is gonna get a medal for playing hero. All you's gonna get is a bullet to the heart. Derrick Don't none of you worry about nothing. We're here for the bank's money, it's going to a greater cause. Packie Shut up and handle the safe. Derrick Open the door. Niko   Open the door. Derrick Open the door! Open the fucking door. Guy    Okay... okay... wait a minute. I got it. [Derrick heads down to the safe.] Niko   Get on the floor... now! Guy    But sir... Niko   You too. Guy    Okay, okay. [Reaper whispers privately with Luis on the floor.] Reaper Hey? Yo? I'm a gun club member. I'm gonna take these rookies downtown. Are you with me? Hey, what's your name, son? Luis   Luis... but this ain't such a good idea bro. Reaper Yeah? They said catching that pass at my high school championship football game was a "bad idea" cause I broke my leg in thirteen places. But... I scored a touchdown and won the game. The world is built out of       bad ideas, my friend. [Derrick returns.] Derrick [to Niko] Come on. The PE4 has been moulded and is set to explode in       sixty seconds. Now listen people, we're your friends. Me and my brother here, we... Packie Why're you tellin' them we're brothers, you idiot? That's going to make it hard for them to find us, isn't it? Derrick I'm trying to be honest with these people. We've put them through a lot today. Packie Fuck these people, fuck your cause. That shit's over. Ireland's not the only thing that's green, dollars are too. Derrick Now you've said bloody Ireland, that's gonna narrow the search ain't       it? Packie Fuck you, take the needle out your arm then tell me what to do. Derrick I'll let you tell me what to do, when you stop shoving half of Bolivia up your nose every Saturday night! Reaper Motherfucker! [gets up and shoots Michael] Derrick Fuck! Packie We told you not to fuck with us! [shoots Reaper] Shit, Michael! Saint fucking Michael! [The PE4 explodes at the vault.] Packie Fucking shit. [to Niko] Get the money. Me and my brother will watch the kids.

<after grabbing the money bags>

Derrick There's been too many casualties already. Don't make this any more difficult. Eyes on the floor, people! Niko   I got all the money I could. There's still some in there though. Packie We ain't got time to go back in. Let's move out, boys.

<police forces surrounding the entrance>

LCPD   Come on, let's do this people. NOOSE  Go! Go! Go! Go! LCPD   You're trapped. Lay your weapons down and surrender. Let's handle this peacefully. We have you surrounded. Packie It's a bacon factory out there. Shit. Alright boys, follow my lead and we might all make it home.

<They battle over several streets and alleys. A helicopter flies in.>

Derrick Shit, they sent a chopper after us. There ain't no getting away. We're       done. Packie Control yourself, Derrick. I got a plan. Niko   Let's bring this fucker down. Empty everything we got into him. Packie We ain't doing that neither. Follow me. We'll lose them in the subway.

<After fighting off more cops, they head through a subway tunnel.>

Packie Alright, boys. The only way we got to go is along the tracks. Come on. [avoids oncoming train] Shit, that was closer than I'm comfortable with. You almost lost me and a big bag of money there, boys. You coulda mixed the explosive better couldn't ya, Derrick? Derrick And you coulda been more careful of your boy Michael. He should be with us right now. Niko   Michael was unlucky. It wasn't anybody's fault what happened to him and the explosive did its job. Both of you shut the fuck up. Packie That's gotta be a service exit. Let's hit it. We got some climbing to       do boys. Hold onto your money.

<driving - returning to the McReary house - A>

Packie Shit, shit, shit, shit, shit. Michael. Dammit. I coulda been nice to       him for once in my fucking life. Kid only wanted to help. Derrick He loved you, Packie. He was happy you spoke to him. Didn't matter what you was saying. Packie Yeah, well, now I gotta explain to his folks that their son is lying dead on the floor of a bank in Algonquin. Derrick We'll give them his cut. When your kid is living the life, you gotta expect someone to come through the door and break this sorta news. Niko   That does not make it any easier to hear. And we aren't safe yet. Packie Eye on the road, Niko. We don't want you to have to break no bad news to our ma. Niko   Neither do I.

<driving - returning to the McReary house - B>

Packie That didn't go to fucking plan. Derrick Never does, Patrick. The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry. You just gotta hope no one gets killed when they do. Packie Michael didn't get lucky, did he? Fucking have-a-go-hero. What was he       thinking? He shoulda sat tight. Derrick He's sitting tight now. Paid for his stupidity. Man, I'm jumpy. Packie You can get dosed all you like when Niko gets us back. Derrick You're a good man to have around, Niko. A damn good man. Niko   Tell me that when I've got you home.

Derrick Thanks, Niko. You're a damn good man. Niko   I wasn't just driving you two, the money was in the car as well. Remember that. Packie We won't forget it, Niko. Here's your cut. I'll tell Gerry you did good. He might give you a call or something.

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Niko   Roman, how's it going? Roman  Have you seen this bank heist on the news, NB? That's some crazy shit. I bet you wish you'd pulled off a job like that... Niko   Who says I didn't. Roman   You're shitting me, NB. No fucking way! Who'd you do it with? Niko   This fucked up Irish family, well some of them. There are four brothers: two are gangsters, one's a cop and the other is a heroin addict ex-freedom fighter. Then there's a sister... Roman  A sister? That sounds more my speed than these crazy brothers. I can tell from your voice that you like her, Cousin. Are you two doing it? Niko   I've got to go, Roman. I'll talk to you soon.

--- ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS (#gm1) ---

<phonecall from an unknown caller>

Gerald Niko, my boy, this is Packie's brother Gerald McReary. Niko   Gerry, how's it going? Gerald Good. Got a little business opportunity I need your help with. Come and see me at my ma's house. Use the back entrance.

<cutscene - at the McReary house>

Gerry  No one's here. Just you and me. Come in, come in. Beer? Niko   No, thank you. Gerry  Oh, I agree... let's have whiskey instead. Packie swears by you, absolutely swears by you. Niko   Yeah? Gerry  You handled yourself well on that bank job. Niko   It was fun. Gerry  Fun? Too much fun - that's always been this family's problem. Fun, good causes, a good laugh, some stupid dream or some stupid distraction. But never any fuckin' focus. Never! Who    Mmm, focus... Gerry  All we've ever been is bitches. Working for guineas, working for niggers, any asshole with a buck. The whole lot spent in the proper manner, oh yeah, wine and women, as quick as possible, and remain a       slave forever. Niko   Very poetical. Gerry  Yeah, I know, national tragedy. But I got a plan. You down, friend? Niko   Maybe. What is it? Gerry  Well first up, we gotta create a little problem between the Ancellotis and their Albanian muscle, for Jimmy P. You're gonna plant a bomb in       Tony Black's car. It'll be rigged to a phone. Thing will go off when you dial a number. I want it to blow when they get back from their meeting. Niko   So the Ancelottis think the Albanians did it? Gerry  Exactly. Bomb's in an alley off of Inchon Avenue. Get it, give me a       call. You know Packie was right for once. I'm glad you're on board.

<phonecall to Gerry - after finding the bomb>

Niko   So, Gerry, I got this bomb. Gerry  Alright listen, the Ancelottis and the Albanians are meeting in Little Italy. Tony's car is parked in an alleyway off of Feldspar Street. Now you put the bomb in the trunk, then follow the wiseguys from their meeting back to the rest of their crew, then you blow up the bomb. Make sure no one walks away. It's easy, right? Niko   So easy I don't see why you ain't doing this yourself. Gerry  Niko, I wouldn't trust myself with this task. You ain't got a gallon of       whiskey in your system, and besides, you're bein' paid, ain't ya? Call me when it's done.

<at the alleyway off Feldspar, after Niko attaches the bomb to their car>

Sal    Hey, Big Tone, did you kick some ass or what? Tony   The Albanians know they got us over a barrel, Sal. At least it's better than dealing with those fucking drunken Irish bastards though. Forget about it.

<Niko follows them to the place on Northwood, blows the bomb up, and kills the survivors.>

<phonecall to Gerry>

Niko   Gerry, I hit the Ancelottis crew real hard. Everyone got taken down. The rest of them should think the Albanian muscle is making a play. Gerry  I knew my brother wouldn't put his faith in a bum. They'll be at those Albos in no time. That's step one of the plan complete. Come see me. We'll talk about step two.

--- I NEED YOUR CLOTHES, YOUR BOOTS, AND YOUR MOTORCYCLE (#gm2) ---

<cutscene - at the McReary house>

Kate   Oh, there he is... the sophisticated European. Niko   I don't know about that. Kate   So, how are you? Niko   Alright, yeah. Ma     Kate! Don't stand there talking to him on the door step, ask him in... Kate   Come in. Ma, you remember the boys' friend, Niko? Ma     How are you? Niko   Good, and you? Ma     Put it like this, my boys are out of control, my daughter can't find a        man, and my husband is in hell. I'm thinking... God moves in mysterious ways. [exits] Kate   That's Mother for you. Always a joy. Gerry  Niko! You made it, huh? Kate   Well, I'll leave you to your men's talk. I hope you impress each other. [exits] Gerry  Hey, look at me. Yeah. Yeah... I thought so. You'll do fine. Niko   Fine at what? Gerry  Some gimp work for the Pegorinos. I owe them. Oh, please... I'd do it       myself, but I think I'm being watched by the cops, someone. I think I'm       about to get pinched again. Niko   Shit, really? Gerry  Yeah. It's happened before. I keep seeing the same car watching. All it       means is someone's been speaking, we just have to find out who and make 'em stop. In the meantime, I'm gonna chill things out for a bit. So...       I need your help. Niko   Okay. Gerry  Attaboy... come on, got something to show you. Now Pegorino's a funny guy. Seems like his main motivation is putting his Guernsey crew on par with the five old families. Ancelottis being the weakest, he's decided to stir shit up for 'em. Now, the Ancelottis have an uneasy alliance with some Albanians. They use them as hitmen, thugs, bullies. Niko   I know the type. Gerry  Much like Jimmy the Guido uses us. So. What you're gonna do is disguise yourself as an Albanian, and then go whack Frankie Garone, an Ancelotti long time capo. Niko   Sure. Which Albanian? Gerry  This one. [He opens the door to a freezer with a body inside.]

<in an alley on Star Junction, Frankie beating on some other biker>

FG     Fucking sneaky scumbag. Tony Black didn't do nothing to nobody who didn't deserve it. [sees Niko] What the fuck? We're going to the mattresses for sure.

<phonecall to Gerry - after chasing down and killing Frankie>

Niko   Frankie Garone's sleeping with the fishes. Anyone who saw us is going to describe the Albanian you got on ice. Gerry  Nice work. Real nice. I'll let Jimmy P know about that. I'll cut you in       on anything he throws my way. Don't know how long I'm gonna be outside though. I feel like the cops might knock down Ma's door at any moment. Take me to the pen. Niko   Good luck with that, Gerry. Gerry  Yeah thanks. Please, look after my family if I go inside.

--- SMACKDOWN (#dm1) ---

<phonecall from Packie>

Packie Niko, I got a favor to ask ya. Niko   What is it? Packie Well, you've been spending time with the rest of my family, I figured you may as well complete the set. You remember my brother Derrick, came along on the bank job? Niko   Sure... Packie He's in a bad way. Last I heard he was spending his hours in some park in Acter. Go down and check on him? Me and Gerald will cover any expenses incurred. Niko   Alright man, I'll go find him.

<cutscene - at the park in Acter>

Derrick [to self] I told ya, I'm not gonna go. I'm your brother. I'm supposed to take care of my family. Niko   Hey... Derrick I'm beyond being taken care of now. Niko   Hey! Derrick Hey... hey... [starts to sit up] Niko   Your brother said you needed a hand. Looks like you'll need more than that. Derrick Yeah... yeah... cool. [lies back down] Niko   Hey! Wake up, you fucking junkie. Derrick I'm awake. I was just wishing you'd leave. Hey! Hey. Sit down. That's       pretty good gear. I'm pretty high. Niko   Good for you. Derrick Okay, don't get sanctimonious on me. Niko   Okay. Why do you do this to yourself? Derrick Because it feels nice... because it feels better to be high than not... Niko   Does it stop you thinking? Derrick It stops you caring, which is even better... Niko   So... what do you care about? Derrick I care about people back who claimed I was grass... people who used that to steal shit off me... Niko   Maybe that is what your brother was talking about, when he said you needed help taking care of old buidiness. Derrick Sure. I mean... I ain't a saint. I ain't a man of principle... I... I       messed up, but I tried... I made a mistake... but I admitted it. Niko   We all make mistakes. Derrick Exactly! And this guy is still threatening to kill me, and my family! Niko   What's his name? Derrick Bucky Sligo. Niko   Bucky Sligo. Derrick I heard he was living in Alderney. Can you get access to the police computer. Niko   Sure. Derrick Find the fuck... and shut him... and his pals up. Niko   Okay. Derrick His pals...

<phonecall to Derrick - find Bucky's hangout on the police computer>

Niko   Hey Derrick. Apparently your guy hangs out at a Burger Shot in       Alderney. Derrick Go check it out, but make sure his boys are there, I want them all to       pay. Niko   What if he's alone? Derrick Keep the police car, he'll see you and think you're taking him down. First thing Bucky'll do is run back to his crew. Fucking coward would rather everyone go down than him take a fall alone. Sold me out, didn't       he? Niko   I guess he did, man. I'll tell you when it's done.

<phonecall to Derrick - after chasing down and killing Bucky and his crew>

Derrick Niko, Niko my boy. Good to hear your voice, to speak to you I mean... Niko   Derrick, you okay? Bucky and his boys are dead. Derrick What?! Sorry, nodded off for a second. Bucky, dead? Good, yeah... alive or dead, it's all the same though, isn't it? Living, dead, good, bad, right, wrong, chalk, cheese... Niko   I'll speak to you when you are back among the living.

--- BABYSITTING (#dm2) ---

<phonecall from Derrick>

Derrick Niko, me boy. Packie tells me you got some sea legs on ya. Meet me at       the jetty off a Rand Avenue. I need some help with something. Niko   Shit, Derrick. You sound almost like a human being. I might just see you there.

<cutscene - at a dock in Alderney City, Derrick drives a boat up>

Derrick Get in the boat, me boy. You're the skipper of this little vessel. We're rendezvousing out at sea. This is the place.

<driving - heading towards Kim's boat - A>

Derrick Escorting a Korean contact of mine into the country with a boat load of       fake hundred dollar bills. Niko   As long as the ones he's paying us with are real, it doesn't matter. Derrick I owe you an apology, Niko. I was dosed when you told me you'd killed Bucky and his boys. Niko   Yeah, you were out it. Derrick I haven't felt safe since Aiden O'Malley went inside. Niko   Who's Aiden? Derrick Me, Bucky and Aiden, we all cared about the same stuff. We came together for a cause we believed in. At least I thought I believed in       it. I was young. Niko   This was a while ago then? Derrick Yeah. So Aiden got caught with something when he was somewhere he       wasn't meant to be. Needless to say, he'll be inside for a time. Him and Bucky think I talked. Couldn't see no other way how he got caught. From what I hear, Aiden still rants about me to anyone who'll listen. Niko   I know how it feels to be betrayed. Derrick You got that look about you.

<driving - heading towards Kim's boat - B>

Niko   What's happening out there? I didn't think you had many friends left. Derrick This is a Korean guy I did business with back in Ireland. He's bringing Super Notes into the country tonight. Niko   Super Notes? Derrick Counterfeits. They look so good you wouldn't spot 'em in a month of       Sundays. Over there, we used to buy 'em off of him then exchange 'em       for genuine currency. Nice scam if you don't hit the same place too often. His boys are pulling the same gig over here. Niko   They're cutting you in on this deal? Derrick Wanted a local to escort their boat into the harbor. They make these things in North Korea and have to ship 'em out here. I've heard it's a       government funded operation. I don't give a shit as long as it keeps me       in the brown, you know. Anyway, I figured you'd know a thing or two about smuggling stuff into the country. Niko   What's that mean? Derrick You're illegal, right? You think us McRearys was legal when we came here? This is a country founded by immigrants. People who'll beg, steal and borrow to get ahead. It's the life blood of the place, people forget that.

<reach Kim's boat>

Derrick You Park's boy? Kim    Yes, I Kim. You Derrick? Derrick Yeah, welcome to America. We're meeting your friends in Bohan. I'll       text ya the route you got to take. Best way to avoid checks. We'll       cover your rear.

<driving - following Kim - A>

Derrick Another immigrant, arriving in this city, trying to make something of       himself. Niko   Brings a tear to my eye. Derrick When this is done I won't have to leech off my brothers no more. This deal should mean I can take care of me self. Niko   Providing it goes to plan. Derrick It's in the hands of the Lord now.

<driving - following Kim - B>

Derrick Seems like a good kid, reminds me of you actually. Niko   Is that because he's coming into the country to rob the good people of        America of their hard earned money? Derrick When you put it like that, he reminds me of a McReary. Good luck to       him.

<driving - Kim under attack - A>

Niko   What the fuck is this? Derrick Think I gotta clue? Use our boat to shield Kim from these fuckers. I       don't give a shit if this thing sinks, we got to protect him. I'd       rather swim home tonight than come back tomorrow to dive for those notes.

<driving - Kim under attack - B>

Niko   Doesn't look like the arrival of these notes was such a secret. Can you think of why that is? Derrick Fucked if I know. Maybe me phone's tapped. Maybe Frankie has been tapping Ma's fucking phone and he called this in to mess with me. We       got to make sure those notes make it, just to piss off Frankie if        nothing else.

Derrick Shit, they're sending the fucking airborne cavalry after us as well. Good thing we got a rocket launcher with us. Niko   We've got a what? Derrick A rocket launcher. It's in the back. Get rid of the chopper with it. I'll drive the boat.

Derrick Good thing your aim is steadier than mine. You can drive the boat again now.

<driving - continuing to follow Kim's boat - A>

Niko   How'd they know we were here? Derrick I don't know. I told my dealer I was good for the money I owed him. Maybe a few people at the pub I borred money from, as well. You'll say anything for a fix. Niko   I wouldn't know. Derrick Could be a coincidence anyway. Niko   Or fate? Derrick You sound like my mother.

<driving - continuing to follow Kim's boat - B>

Derrick I didn't think he even knew I was back. Can't the man just let his brother be? It's like fucking Cain and Abel the two of us. No wonder I       turned into the wreck you see before ya. A brother like that. Jesus. Niko   So, is Francis the only explanation for this shit. Derrick If the shoe fits, Niko. If the bloody shoe fits. Sure, I been telling a       few people about this, but, hell, I smell a rat. And Frankie's the biggest damn rat I know.

<cutscene - at the docks in South Bohan>

Derrick Here we are. Got him here in one piece. That was the deal. Thanks, Niko. Kim    Thank you Mr. McReary. Not such smooth journey. Derrick Yeah, got a bit hairy out there. Good thing you have your sea legs. I       hope the rest of your time here is more peaceful. That's all you can hope for in this God forsaken world. See you round, Niko. Niko   Don't put all your pay off up your arm, Derrick. Derrick Only place for it, me boy. Only place for it. See you soon.

--- TUNNEL OF DEATH (#dm3) ---

<cutscene - at the park in Acter>

Derrick Alright, boy? Niko   Yes... good. Derrick How do you do it? I went into a situation full of optimisim, full of       naivete... I got burnt. Look at me... like smack on a fucking spoon. Niko   Well... Derrick How do you manage? Niko   I don't know that I got off so lightly. Derrick We all got our demons... Aiden O'Malley. Niko   What about Aiden O'Malley? Derrick I heard he's being moved. Maybe this is our time... put all this crap to bed... get off the drugs... live with the memories! [spazzing out] Aiden's being moved by van from the bacon factory, where he's been talking shit about me, back to the Alderney State Correctional Facility. Please, Niko, boy... just this last one... please? Niko   Sure, Derrick. Derrick You and me, we're the same. The same. The, the same... we're the same.

<phonecall from Packie>

Packie Niko, I hear my brother Derrick is asking you to ice his old drinking buddy, Aiden O'Malley? Niko   Yeah, he has, what's the big deal? Packie O'Malley is in government custody. He's got more police protection than the mayor. I left a truck with a rocket launcher in it for ya in an       alley, off of Applewhite in Alderney City. Niko   A truck with a rocket launcher in it? What am I meant to do with them? Packie Who knows? Anyway, the convoy with O'Malley in it has to go through the Booth Tunnel. You're gonna get there first and block the road with your truck. I'm gonna come in from the rear and block 'em that way. Pick up       the truck and gimme a call.

<phonecall to Packie - from the truck>

Niko   Alright, I've got the truck. Packie When we have them blocked in, we take down the escort and make off with the prisoner. Niko   Why don't we just kill the fucker there and then? Packie That's probably what Derrick would have told you to do in his smacked out state. Problem is, he's the first one they'd talk to if that happened. We got to make this look like a prison break. Great. They're       leaving the old cop shop now, should be at the Booth Tunnel soon.

<phonecall to Packie - parked in the Booth Tunnel>

Niko   I'm in position, Packie. Packie Alright, man. We're coming to ya. Take out the escort but keep Derrick's pal alive.

<The convoy stops at the block, and Packie parks up behind. After a quick shootout, they take the truck carrying Aiden.>

Packie You drive while I watch our cargo, Niko. Shake these cops, Niko. We       need them to think Aiden is free as a fucking bird. Niko   Alright, alright. I'll try to lose these fucking cops.

Niko   Okay, man. First thing we gotta do is dump this prison van. Cops'll be       looking.

<leave the van in a quiet location>

Niko   Great, we've got some transport. You're not free yet, asshole. Get in       that car! Packie Alright, Niko. Now that we lost 'em we gotta go out to the cliffs in       Leftwood.

<driving - moving Aiden to Leftwood>

Aiden  The cliffs of Leftwood then. Is there a boat coming or something? Where am I going? Packie You're going to a faraway place, my friend. Aiden  Damn right, somewhere the cops'll never find me. Packie Nobody's going to find you where you're going, friend. Aiden  Shit, I don't even know who sent you guys. Who do I got to thank for springing me from the joint? Packie We're doing this on behalf of an old acquaintance of yours. Aiden  I knew I wasn't forgotten about. I knew that no matter how long I       rotted in there, people on the outside world still remember me. Packie People remember you alright. You're at the front of certain people's       minds. Aiden  Well, who is it? Not Julia? She stopped writing and coming on visiting days but I could tell she was still thinking of me. I knew it. Packie You'll find out who it was when we get there. In the mean time, shut the hell up buddy! Aiden  Alright friend, thank you.

<cutscene - at the cliffs of Leftwood>

Packie Out you come, old boy. Aiden  The cliffs... the sea air... I really am free. I could cry. You've made me a happy man, boys. Now it's time to tell me who asked you to do       this. Packie Derrick McReary. He's my brother. Aiden  Derrick? But he ratted me out. He's the reason I ended up in that place to start with, the spineless... Packie So you thought you'd talk about him? He's my brother, and guys like you are killin' him! Niko, get rid of dear old Aiden...

[Aiden begs for his life after Packie drives off]

Aiden  Why? Why? Why, in God's name, why? Shit, I thought I was out. I thought I was liberated. He's a rat, Derrick McReary. Always has been always will be. Derrick fucking set me up in the first place. Fucking Derrick Mc-fucking-Reary. I don't want to die, I've been rotting in prison for years. I don't want to die. Please, I just want to be free.

[phonecall to Derrick - once Aiden is dead]

Niko   Aiden is dead. Derrick That's the end of a chapter. I can close the book on a whole lot of my       past now Niko. Thanks. Maybe a clean break is in order. A fresh beginning. Niko   Good luck to you.

--- BLOOD BROTHERS (#fm5) ---

<text message from Francis>

Niko I need you to meet me on Castle Drive -Francis

<cutscene - on the Castle Drive sidewalk>

Francis Why didn't you tell me Derrick was back? Niko   What? Francis Why didn't you tell me you was hanging around with my brother? Niko   I assumed if you cared, you'd have found out. Francis Well, I have found out! Jesus. You know Derrick's not well? Niko   No? Francis No. He's sick. Always was. He's always off getting involved in someone else's fight. Making a fool of himself. Betraying people. Going into hiding. He's an idiot... and a coward. Niko   It's not my business. Francis Whatever he stood for, he betrayed. He only left here in the first place because he was caught stealing... from the Mafia! He's a pathetic wretch. Niko   Okay, I got it, so? Francis Now he's going to ruin my life! If it wasn't bad enough having a bunch of crooks for brothers, now I've got him threatening to talk to a       journalist! About his family, about me! Niko   Well, tell him to be quiet. Francis I am trying to become the Commissioner of Police. I'll be a laughing stock. A cop with a famous, snitching traitor for a brother. You know, the crooks I can handle, see that I can spin, but not this. Not this. Niko   You've got a big problem then. Francis Me? Uh-uh. We, my friend. We. You stop him. Niko   Stop? Francis Shh. Stop. Niko   Kill your brother? Francis He's already dead. Just put him out of his misery. Niko   Fuck you. Francis No, fuck you, pal. I'm going to meet him in the courtyard park off Bismark in Lancet. Deal with him. Make him a tragedy, not a disaster. Do it, or I will put you away. Oh - don't push me.

<phonecall from Derrick - shortly after>

Derrick Niko, thank fuck you answered. Frankie arranged to meet me at this park on Bismark, I think he's gonna try to kill me. Cops can kill who they like. Do you know the place? Are you close? Can you get there in time? Niko   I think I can make the meeting. Derrick You gotta take him out before he makes a move. This is Cain and Abel stuff, I'm telling you. Question is, which one of us is gonna be       wandering the earth with a mark on his head and who's gonna be six feet under, you know? This phone's running out of batteries, shit. Look after me, Niko.

<phonecall from Francis - at the park in Lancet>

Niko   Francis, I'm ready. What is the plan? Francis I hope you're over yourself and are ready for some fratricide. Don't       forget that I still got dirt on you. I know this ain't nice, but neither of us has a choice. Niko   It's sounding like I've got no choice. One McReary brother is going to       get me to kill another. Francis That's what I like to hear. I want you to take the window cleaning elevator on one of the buildings round back of the courtyard. Get in       position and put Derrick out of his misery. Shit, I better get ready to       act surprised. Don't miss, Niko. You might hit me. Niko   I'll hit who I'm aiming at, don't worry.

<cutscene - in the park>

Francis Derrick, my brother. Derrick Frankie, what's this about? I've gotta say. I'm nervous about this little meeting. Francis Shit, when I heard you was back I nearly shat myself. Sit down. Why didn't you call me? You coulda slept on my couch. I'm doing real well for myself, real well. I'm sorry about how life turned out for you.

<phonecall to Francis - from the rooftop - optional>

Francis Just a second here, Derrick. I gotta speak to one of the sergeants. Hey, what's the problem? I thought you were going to make something happen for me? Niko   I'm not so sure about it. Francis What's going to make you sure? You want me to give you a raise?

<continued phonecall - say no to the raise>

Niko   It's not the money. I just don't feel right. Francis Then start feeling right, I got you by the balls here. Don't you forget about that.

<continued phonecall - say yes to the raise>

Niko   That might help. Francis Alright then, call it a bonus. Make this happen.

<cutscene - in the park - Derrick is dead>

Francis I'm a police officer. Come on, clear the area, clear the area. Derrick... shit. He's my brother...

<phonecall to Francis - Derrick is dead]

Niko   I did what you wanted me to do, I killed your brother. Francis You don't think I know that. Christ, it happened right in front of me. I could feel you looking at me through that scope. Niko   Well, it's done. You and me are over. At least Gerry and Packie are honest about what they do. You're a crook hiding behind his badge and a reputation. You know what, Frankie boy - I'm going to use that. I       ever feel the heat on me, I'll call you. And you're going to make shit go away. That cool? Francis Sounds like I don't have a choice.

<text message - Derrick is dead>

Francis Ok Niko - I've set something up. Call me if you're getting a little heat from my cop buddies and I'll see what I can do. - Francis

<email - Derrick is dead>

Niko, I don't know if you've heard, but I recently lost my brother, Derrick. It was a horrible family tragedy. I can't help but think that I might have ended up with a similar fate to his if I had chosen a different path. This world is made up of people, like me, who stand tall and walk a straight line, and people, like my brother, who choose the path of wrongdoing. If you need any info on the mopes and degenerates out there, you might want to look at www.libertycitypolice.com/database.html Best Wishes, Deputy Commisioner McReary

<email - positive reply - Derrick is dead>

This might be a list of bad guys, but I bet your name ain't on it. - N

<email - negative reply - Derrick is dead>

From what I've seen, most people in this city are criminals. I don't need a police database to confirm that. - N

<phonecall to Derrick - Francis is dead>

Derrick Shit, you did it. A bolt of lightning from outta the fucking blue. I       really got the feeling it was him or me back there. Niko   You don't know the half. Derrick This is the last bit of juice I got on this thing.

--- UNDERTAKER (#pm4) ---

<phonecall from Packie - Derrick is dead>

Packie Niko, I don't know if you've heard it but my brother, Derrick's dead. Niko   No shit. Packie Yeah. I just hope he was smacked out of his brain when it happened because it wouldn't have suited him to be jonesing when he died. Niko   There isn't any good way to go though, is there? Packie I guess not, Gerald got arrested too. They got him in the Alderney State Correctional Facility. Niko   They took Gerry down? Packie Don't worry, he's always being hauled in but the charges don't stick. Come to Derrick's funeral. It'd mean a lot to the family. It's today at       the Church in Suffolk. Remember to wear a suit, Niko. We can't have you dressed like a bum in the church.

<phonecall from Kate - shortly after - Derrick is dead>

Kate   Hi Niko. Niko   Hey Kate, I am sorry to hear about your brother. Kate   Yeah. I didn't really know Derrick that well. I remember looking up to       him as a kid. He had a dream back then, he was inspired. The Derrick that came back to Liberty City was broken. He probably wanted to die. Niko   Yeah, it still has to be hard for you. Kate   It's hard for my ma. I'm trying to be there for her. Are you going to       be at the funeral? Niko   Sure, I'll see you there, Kate. Goodbye.

<cutscene - at the church - Derrick is dead>

Preach While no one is suggesting he wasn angel, none of us are... that is why God put us on earth and not in heaven. The trials of humanity were sometimes too much for him to bear, but he was a committed family man, and a man of beliefs. God asks us to show faith and that is what he       did, in his way. Derrick gave so much of himself and will be sorely missed by us all. Amen. All    Amen. Preach Now, if you will all please join me, in the procession to the cemetery. Niko   I'm sorry for your loss. Kate   I'm not. I'm sorry for Ma. I gave up on my brothers a long time ago. The most I ever expected from them was to put flowers on their coffins. Niko   You have a strange family. Kate   Who doesn't? Niko    I don't know. [Albanian hoods driveby and fire upon the front of the church] Packie Down, everybody get down! [begins firing back] Ma     Oh my God! Kate   Come on, come on, get inside!

<phonecall from Packie - Francis is dead>

Packie There's one less cop on the streets of Liberty City. Niko   What do you mean, Packie? Packie I mean that my cop brother Francis McReary is no longer with us. Niko   You and Gerry must be very upset. Packie Hardly - couldn't stand the bastard myself. That said, the only celebrating Gerry's gonna be able to do will be in prison. He got hauled in last night. Niko   Shit, is it serious? Packie Charges ain't gonna stick, don't worry. Anyway, it'd mean a lot to the family if you'd come to Francis's funeral. It's at the church in       Suffolk today. Niko   I'll stop by, man. I'll see you there. Packie Remember to wear a suit, Niko. We can't have you dressed like a bum in       the church.

<phonecall from Kate - shortly after - Francis is dead>

Kate   Hi Niko. Niko   Hey Kate, I am sorry to hear about your brother. Kate   You're probably the only one. He was too much of a cop for my family to       accept him, and too much of a gangster to be accepted by the cops. Niko   What did you think about him? Kate   To be honest, I thought this would have happened earlier. Then again, I       expect to get a call from the coroner about any one of my brothers every day. You going to be at the funeral? Niko   Sure, I'll see you there, Kate. Goodbye.

<cutscene - at the church - Francis is dead>

Preach While no one is suggesting he wasn angel, none of us are... that is why God put us on earth and not in heaven. The trials of humanity were sometimes too much for him to bear, but he was a committed family man, and a man of beliefs. God asks us to show faith and that is what he       did, in his way. Francis gave so much of himself and will be sorely missed by us all. Amen. All    Amen. Preach Now, if you will all please join me, in the procession to the cemetery. Ma     Francis was a good boy. Preach You must have faith. Niko   I'm sorry for your loss. Kate   I'm not. I'm sorry for Ma. I gave up on my brothers a long time ago. The most I ever expected from them was to put flowers on their coffins. Niko   You have a strange family. Kate   Who doesn't? Niko    I don't know. [Albanian hoods driveby and fire upon the front of the church] Packie Oh my God get the hell out of the way! [begins firing back] Preach Come on, come on! Kate   Let's go inside, it's gonna be alright.

Packie Niko, are you gonna help me stop these bastards from killing any more McRearys? Niko   Of course, Packie. Packie As if my mother hasn't gone through enough without a bunch of goons shooting up her son's funeral. Stay back, me and Niko will handle this. This has got to be about the deal Gerry fucked up between the Ancelottis and those Albanians.

<More Albanians pour in by car and the alleyway across the street. Packie and Niko mow them down. The other McRearys get into their cars and head to the graveyard.>

Packie I don't reckon they can throw much more at us. Make a run for the cars! Quickly! Niko, get behind the wheel of that Romero. You, me, and my       brother are getting out of here.

<get into Romero - Derrick is dead>

Packie Alright, man. We're burying Derrick in the graveyard in Steinway. Let's       get there.

<get into Romero - Francis is dead>

Packie Frankie's plot is in the graveyard on Colony Island, Niko. Can we put him in the ground?

<The Albanians continue to attack by car. The casket nearly falls out the back of the Romero. They eventually escape the Albanians.>

<driving - proceeding to graveyard - Derrick is dead - A>

Packie If Derrick was alive he'd need a shit load of horse to deal with the stress of this situation. Niko   If Derrick was alive we wouldn't be in this situation. Packie That's a valid point, Niko. Who knows what sort of situation we'd be       in? Derrick needed a good dose of smack to cope with most of the situations that life threw at him. You gotta admit that. Niko   We all have our ways of coping, Packie. That was Derrick's. He had a       hard life. Packie He's having a hard death too if this is anything to go by. I never knew it was so difficult to put a body in the ground. That's why I normally tie breeze blocks to 'em and throw 'em in the Humboldt. Niko   Is that what you suggest we do with your brother? Packie You're a sick man, Niko. I'd fucking slap you if I didn't love ya so       much. It's only consecrated ground for a brother of mine.

<driving - proceeding to graveyard - Francis is dead - A>

Packie Shit, I never thought I'd be on the run from some Albanian gangsters with a cop in the car. Can't we call for backup or something? Niko   Are you suggesting that I'm a fucking cop? I thought that you would know better than that. Packie No, you dumb European fuck, I meant my brother, Francis. It was a joke. Niko   Hell of a fucking time to be making jokes about your dead brother. Packie You know, I'm still not that fond of the guy, even in his death. I       guess that's what turning cop'll do to a fraternal relationship. Niko   I guess you've got enough brothers to hate one of them. Packie Swiftly running out, Niko. Ain't got that many left. Now that Francis is on his way to the graveyard, and Gerald is behind bars all I gots left is that smack-head Derrick. Niko   You've got Katie. Packie I coulda fucking guessed you'd bring her up. I was thinking you only kept those hitmen away from the church to protect my sister. Niko   I did it for all of you. Packie Sure you did, Niko. Tell yourself you did it out of the grave of your own heart rather than for another piece of your anatomy. Which ain't       gonna get used, I might add.

<driving - proceeding to graveyard - B>

Packie Only a McReary family funeral would get shot up like this, Niko. We're       a family cursed. I'm telling you that now. Niko   How'd you figure? Packie One brother in jail, another killed and the funeral attacked. You can't       tell me this is just bad luck. Niko   Yeah, well, Gerry got stung by the law because of the shit he was involved in. I don't know why your brother got killed but it looks like the funeral was shot up because of the shit Gerry was into. If you're       going to fuck up an Albanian gang's arrangement with the Mafia, there might be some backlash. Packie Consider us fucking backlashed then. Maybe bad shit just happens when you got a family made up of dirty cops, and smack-heads, and gangsters, and petty hoods. Niko   Only a petty hood, Packie? You're involved in more shit than that. Packie Modesty's one of the few virtues I'm blessed with, Niko. Anyway, maybe our curse is just us McRearys being screw ups. That means the men is in       for a bad time but Katie's gonna make it out the other side. She'll       stay clean and come out good. Niko   She will, Packie.

Packie Alright, we're fucking here. Let's bury this bastard.

<cutscene - at the graveyard - Derrick is dead>

Kate   Thanks, Niko. Niko   What for? Kate   Derrick never had many friends, he sort of lived in his own head. It       means a lot - you coming here and helping this messed up family of        mine. Niko   I did not come for Derrick, I came for you and Packie. Kate   Like I said, thanks. Give me a call sometime, Niko.

<cutscene - at the graveyard - Francis is dead>

Kate   Thanks, Niko. Niko   What for? Kate   Guys like you don't like cops. Being here, helping us out...       I appreciate it. Niko   Is not that I don't like cops, you do what you do to get by. Cops are just regular guys trying to survive. Anyway, I'm not here for Francis. I am here for you and Packie. Kate   Like I said, thanks. Give me a call sometime, Niko.

<text message from Packie>

Niko thanks for that back at the funeral, you're a good man. That was some crazy shit, last thing Ma needed. Saw you talking to Kate you sly bastard. These eyes don't miss nothing.

--- I'LL TAKE HER... (#gm3) ---

<phonecall from Gerry>

Gerry  Niko, Gerald McReary here. Calling from the Alderney State Correctional Facility. Niko   Hey Gerry. I heard you'd been locked up, I'm sorry to hear that. Gerry  We gotta discuss something. I've put you on the visitors list here. Come down...

<cutscene - at the Alderney State Correctional Facility>

Gerry  You ok, kid? Niko   Yeah, I'm ok. I'm sorry about your brother. [if Derrick is dead] Gerry  Ah... me and Derrick had quite a few problems, but he was my brother...        and it hurts. Poor fucking bastard. He believed in something once, which is better than me... I guess. Ah fuck, I'll miss him. [if Francis is dead] Gerry  Ah... me and Francis were never exactly close, but he was my brother...        and it hurts. Poor bastard. He believed in something once. That's a       hell of a lot better than me, I guess. Fuck, I'll miss him. Niko   How are you, in here? Gerry  Fine. Time of my life... Goddamn time of my life. Niko   What you up for? Gerry  Oh, a lot of things. Racketeering, armed robbery, bunch of shit I never did cause I was always a well behaved family man who occasionally liked a drink, but nothing more. Niko   Of course. Like us all. Gerry  Like us all. But the thing is, I think I should make some changed in my       life, stop with the drink, put it down, stop hanging out with the wrong sort. Can you help me do that? It is a final chance at redemption. Niko   Look, whatever you want, I will do my best to help. Gerry  Good. Give Packie a call. He'll explain what I need guidance with the most... the areas where I have strayed furthest from the path. See ya.

<phonecall to Packie>

Niko   Your brother told me to call you. Packie Gerry wants us to kidnap old man Ancelotti's daughter. Some fake tanned, dyed haired, guido loving slut by the name of Grace. She's       selling her tasteful pink Feltzer on Autoeroticar at the moment. Get online, organize a viewing and snatch that bitch. When you got her, bring her to a place we got on an alleyway off Sacramento. Niko   I can do that. Packie You can do anything Niko - don't let her on that you're kidnapping her near her place though. Play along with a test drive for a while to get her out of there. It's a real mobbed up area and they'll come down on       you damn heavy. Niko   Aren't you going to help? Packie One of my fucking brothers just got shot and another one's in the pen. Someone's got to be with my ma.

<Niko finds Gracie's phone number on www.autoeroticar.com.>

--- A LONG WAY TO FALL (#rbo1) ---

<phonecall from an unknown caller>

Ray    Nicky, this is Ray Boccino. The man keeping your Irish friends in       liquor. Niko   I thought I was doing that. Ray    I hear you need work. I wanna throw you a bone, Nicky. Come over to       Drusilla's in Little Italy. We'll have a little sit down.

<cutscene - at Drusilla's diner>

Guy    Oh! Table for one? We got a beautiful baccala salad. Niko   I'm here for someone. I'm here for Ray. Guy    Oh, Ray? Why didn't you say so? Ray's a beautiful man, you know what I       mean? He's in the back. Niko   Thanks. Ray    Hey, Nicky... how you doing, kid? Niko   Fine. Ray    That mick bastard friend of yours says you're okay. Niko   Good. Ray    That you're reliable. Niko   Yup. Ray    But can I trust you? Hmm? Why go through all this? Why stick your neck out? Why do all this work? Niko   Because I need the money, and because I can't do anything else. And because I'm good at it. Ray    Sure... Niko   And because I am trying to find someone. Ray    Okay, maybe we can help. Let's see how we do. So anyways, I got this friend, only the friend ain't my friend no more, because he ain't       getting me the vig he owes. Niko   Okay... Ray    Seems this guy does not respect the waste management business. Lives over on Galveston near U. Name is Teddy Benavidez. Do what you gotta do. Somebody gets burnt, so be it. Niko   Fine. And you'll pay. Ray    Are you kiddin', I'll pay double. Niko   Good. Ray    But, you mess up? Bad things are gonna happen.

<text message from Ray>

Nicky - this might be of use. Look out for this guy, Alonzo. He's one of Benavidez's goons. He'll tell you what you need to know if you're persuasive. Ciao [picture]

<find Alonzo>

Niko   You know what apartment Teddy Benavidez is in? Alonzo No se. I don't know no Teddys. Niko   You sure about that? You want the last thing to come out of your mouth to be a lie?

<aim weapon at Alonzo>

Alonzo Shit, man. He's up on the top floor. Apartment 151 K. You have to walk the last few floors. Elevator don't go up there, they're fixing it up.

<cutscene - as Niko rides up the elevator>

Alonzo [to phone] Yo, T Dog, someone's coming up. Don't know how, but he knows where your apartment is.

<Niko battles through Alonzo's men up to Teddy's apartment and begins searching through the rooms.>

<cutscene - in the apartment>

[Teddy opens a door into Niko as he's about to open it.] Niko   Aaaaargh! Fuck! Teddy  Too slow, mama'o.

<Niko chases Teddy up to the roof.>

Teddy  What's this about, pendejo? Niko   You owe Ray Boccino a lot of money. You should have paid. Teddy  Those putos too old. They finished, fool. This city don't belong to       them no more. I wouldn't pay them shit. Fuck off, maricon.

<phonecall to Ray - after killing Teddy>

Niko   Ted is dead. Ray    What are you talking about? Ted, who's he? I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I'll be in touch, Nicky.

<text message from Ray>

Nicky, we wanna keep an eye on you. Have you close. There's an apartment you're gonna use from now on in Alderney. Don't worry about your cousin sleepin' alone. He'll be safe. Ciao.

--- TAKING IN THE TRASH (#rbo2) ---

<cutscene - at Drusilla's diner>

Ray    Hey, Niko. Niko   Ray. Ray    Take a seat. Niko   Thank you. Ray    So, you took care of that thing. Niko   Yes. Ray    I appreciate that... Niko   Hey, no... Ray    Nah. I look after my friends... I got a lot of friends. Important friends. Jimmy Pegorino is a personal friend of mine, more or less... [Ashley walks in.] Ray    Hey, sweetheart. Ashley Hey. Ray    My God, you look like shit. What's wrong? Ashley Nothing... I haven't been to bed yet. I've been smoking crystal. Ray    You've been what? What are you a fucking idiot? White trash motherfucker. What is wrong with you? Ashley Gimme a break, okay? I feel like death. Ray    Hey, hey, hey. Ashley What? Ray    It's because I care... you know that. Ashley Yeah I know that. Ray    Now, speaking of the ice... Ashley Yeah, they got it. They... they left it where you said. That's why I       came over here. Can I get a Goddamn coffee here? Ray    Yeah, you look like you could really use some Goddamn caffeine. Ashley I'm fucking coming down, asshole. I feel like death. Ray    Fine, whatever. Ah... Niko, I need you to go collect some garbage for me. Niko   Garbage? Ray    Yeah... you wanted a career in waste disposal, now you got one. Ashley Can I get a Goddamned coffee over here? Niko   What kind of garbage? Ray    Garbage with a lot of ice in it. Ashley Today? Ray    Go over to F between Columbus and Denver, there'll be a truck waiting there. Three guys, good guys, friends of mine. Main guy's name is Luca. Go. Niko   Okay. [exits] Ray    Hey, sugar. Come here. All this'll be over soon. Ashley You gotta stop me smoking this stuff, Ray. I'm fuckin' killin' myself.

<cutscene - at the garbage truck>

Niko   Luca? Luca   Yeah, you Niko? This is Tunafish and Johnny Spaz. Tuna, Johnny, Niko. Spaz   Hey. Luca   So, we're all friends now. Alright, Tuna, John Boy, you got the threads. Get on the back and get the trash. Come on! Let's go! Niko, here's your gear. [hands bag] You're driving. That cool? Let's roll!

<get in the garbage truck>

Luca   First pickup's in Chinatown. Let's hit it.

<driving - picking up the diamonds - A>

Niko   So, someone's been throwing out a load of diamonds? Luca   You could say that. Ray got that tweaker chick of his, the biker broad, you met her? Niko   Yeah, she's pretty strung out. Luca   Ray got her to get her friends to steal the ice off of some club owner guy. Her friends are the Lost biker gang. Niko   I think I worked with a member of that gang up on Bohan. He was called Johnny or eh, something. Did these bikers get so fucked on meth that they threw the ice away? Luca   Nah. It seems the club owner's got more connections than a subway line. He's in with the Ancelottis, the Dominicans up in Northwood, everybody. Ray come up with this plan to keep a bit of distance between us and the robbery. The bikers is taking the heat for this shit. Niko   This ain't the easiest way to pick this shit up, even if we don't want to attract any attention. Luca   Yeah, me and Tuna was saying that before yous got here. We was saying that there's a lot of opportunities for this to go wrong. The bag could split. The diamonds could go missing real easy. Niko   That's why we're going to be extra careful, right? We wouldn't want that to happen, would we? Luca   Course not. You know how pissed Ray would get if he found out some diamonds were missin'. Niko   He has a temper? Luca   Are you fuckin' kidding me? The manager of one of his waste depots was holding out on profits a couple a years back. Ray fed him to a dump truck. There was this point where the sounds of his screams stopped and all you could hear was his bones crushin', then the pop of his skull goin'. I nearly lost my lunch. Niko   Nice.

<driving - picking up the diamonds - B>

Niko   So, Luca, you are a professional trash collector when you ain't working for Ray? You seem real at home in this truck. Luca   Are you busting my balls, Nicky? What the fuck? You think I'd take the trash out every day, like some fuckin' mook? I guess that anyone involved in this thing of ours is in the waste management business but it ain't usually this hands on, you know? Niko   Yeah, you still get your hands dirty though. Who'd these diamonds belong to before us? Luca   This guy who owns some big clubs in the city. You heard of a place called Maisonette 9? Niko   No, I haven't. Luca    Well, don't try your luck at the door any time soon and if you do, don't tip the bouncer with a diamond. We've taken this ice off a the guy that owns the place. Niko   When I arrived in Liberty City, I didn't imagine that I'd become a        trash collector. Didn't think I'd be muscle for the mob neither. Luca   Every immigrant's dream ain't it? Being a wiseguy I mean, not trash collecting. Niko   Really? I wanted to be an astronaut when I was growing up, not a       gangster. Luca   That a fact? Being a space monkey would probably pay better than this work. No wonder everyone's turning state's when the wages is like this. Niko   Your buddies are turning state's because they're too pussy to do their time. They'd rather have plastic surgery and a life sentence in       suburban hell than take their punishment like real men. Luca   Yeah, but you got to admit the money we're getting ain't shit. We bust our balls and for what? Niko   Money ain't the only thing I'm looking for in Liberty City, Luca. I'll       take what Ray gives me.

<after collecting the diamonds, two cars attack the truck>

Spaz   Shit, man. Looks like we got company. Luca   Crap, someone's got wise to us. Let's get the hell outta here. Drive to       Fishmarket South.

<driving - escaping the attackers - A>

Niko   This truck is not really going to outrun anybody, is it? Luca   You just gonna have to do your best. Ain't ya? We're not losing this ice. I'm not having Ray cut my balls off because you don't think this truck's fast enough. Niko   I didn't say it was impossible. It's just going to be difficult.

<driving - escaping the attackers - B>

Niko   Shit, I thought this was going to be easy. Why does everything have to       get complicated? Luca   That's life, my friend. Nothing works out the way you want it to. That's why you gotta take the opporunities you can when they're right in front of you. Niko   I can't see that we got much opportunity here. Either we lose these fuckheads or we're screwed. That's about it.

<kill or escape the attackers>

Luca   They ain't on us no more. Good driving. Now all's you got to do is       bring the ice home safe.

Luca   This is it. You got us here, Nicky.

<cutscene - at the garbage plant>

Tuna   Good drivin', Nicky. I thought I was gonna be checking out for sure. Niko   How'd they find us? I thought that we went to all this trouble so no       one would know? Luca   I dunno. These diamonds is serious. Anyone who heard of 'em would want them. I ain't surprised we got a bit of attention. Niko   You want me take the ice to Ray then? Luca   Nah, me and Tuna will look after them. Sort them out from the trash. I       sure hope we ain't lost any on the route. Things got shaken up pretty good back there. Tuna   They sure did, Luca. Here's hoping we can find 'em all. Luca   See you around, Nicky.

<phonecall to Ray>

Niko   Luca and his crew have got the stuff, Ray. It's all in the back of the truck. Ray    You keep an eye on them? They didn't pull nothing? Niko   I don't know, Ray. You don't trust them, then weigh the ice. Catch you round.

--- MELTDOWN (#rbo3) ---

<cutscene - at Drusilla's diner>

Ray    [to phone] Yeah, yeah, yeah. Sure, Phil, sure. Hey, Phil, listen. You know me, and I know you. Ah, I didn't mean nothin' by it. Hey, take it       easy. Oh, Phil, take it easy. Hey listen tell Jimmy I said hello. Okay. I'm sorry. Goodbye. [to Niko] We got a problem. Niko   Who? You and me? Ray    Yeah. I got two options. Option one, you ripped me off. Option two, Luca and his buddies ripped us both off. Niko   Hey, hey! I left them with the stuff to bring to you, as instructed. Ray    Maybe you're in on it. Niko   Maybe I am, but if you thought that, I wouldn't be standing here right now. Ray    You ain't as dumb as you look. Luca hangs out in Castle Gardens. Go see him, go get my stuff back so everyone can get paid. Now. Niko   Right.

<cutscene - on Castle Drive>

Luca   Las Venturas, baby. We'll be our own bosses. Niko   Luca, I need that ice back. Luca   I dunno what you talkin' bout, Nicky. I gave every one of those diamonds to Ray. Niko   Now we all know that that's not true. Luca   Fuck you, you cabbage-eating prick. Who says it weren't you that made off with 'em? That's what I'm telling Ray. The game's up, boys. We're       outta here.

<Niko chases them to Middle Park, where Luca hides in the bathroom stalls.>

Niko   Luca, come out and we'll talk about this. Luca   Ray ain't gonna give you shit for helping him out, Nicky. You gotta make a play ofr yourself. Jesus. You can have Tuna and Johnny's cut. Come on. We'll split the ice. You'll be a rich man, Nicky. You and me       can go to Venturas, no one's ever gonna find us.

<phonecall to Ray - once Luca's crew is dead>

Niko   I took out Luca's crew and I got your diamonds. Ray    What do you mean, you took 'em out? I just wanted you to get the ice back. I didn't say nothing to you about killing those boys. Niko   Whatever, they're dead and I've got the stuff. You want to get your hands on it, come meet me at the bridge in Middle Park.

<they meet on Quartz Street>

Ray    Thanks, Nicky. I guess you never know who's gonna stab you in the back, eh? Niko   Thanks for the advice.

--- MUSEUM PIECE (#rbo4) ---

<cutscene - at Drusilla's diner>

Ray    [to phone] Yeah, baby, I'll be there in a little bit. Alright listen, why don't you wear that pink thing, huh? Yeah, yeah, the pink thing with the little feathers on the [whistles]... yeah. [Niko enters.] Ray    I gotta go, I gotta go. [hangs up] Niko, come on in. Niko   Okay... Ray    Where the fuck have you been? Niko   Sorry... you know how it is. Ray    I know how it is? Yeah, I know how it is sitting around with two million dollars worth of stolen ice, waiting to get jumped. If that's       what you mean, brains. Were you followed? Niko   No. I mean, I don't think so. This town's full of rats so who knows? What's going on? What's so urgent? Ray    I need you to offload this ice for me... Niko   So what you going to do for me? Ray    What do you mean what am I gonna do for you, I look after you. Niko   I don't need looking after, I need help finding someone. Ray    I said I got connections, I'll see what I can do. Niko   "I'll see what I can do." is not good enough. I want your word that you will find him. Ray    Hey, I said, I'll look after you. Niko   You know what? It's cool. Get someone else, I'll see you later. Ray    Whoa, whoa, whoa. Are you fucking kidding me? Niko   No! I keep doing these favors for you and you pay shit. I need this from you. A guarantee that you will find this man. I know he's in the city. So either you give me your word or go fuck yourself, I'm sick of       this shit! Ray    Fine. Fine you got it, you want my word, you got my word. Niko   Good. Ray    Who is he? Niko   Florian Cravic. Ray    Florian fuckin' Cravic? [laughing] Niko   That's right. Ray    Okay. Okay, you have my word. In the meantime head over to the Libertonian. There you're going to meet that guy named Johnny, and the two of you are gonna exchange the diamonds with a guy named Isaac. Then you give Johnny half the money, the rest you bring back to me. Niko   What is he doing there? Ray    He's waiting to get paid. It'll be good... keep things on a level. People always behave better with company. Niko   Sure. Much better getting shot by two guys than one. Is this the merchandise? [picks up package] Ray    No, it's my lunch. Niko   Funny.

<cutscene - at the entrance to the Libertonian Museum>

Johnny Hey, alright man. How's it goin'? Niko   Hey, good to see you again. Johnny Yeah likewise... uh, let's hope this goes a little better than before, yeah? Come on let's get inside.

<cutscene - on the second floor of the Museum>

Isaac  Gentlemen, gentlemen, pardon the precautions. You know how things are. Niko   No problem. Johnny Let's do this. Isaac  Okay, let's see the stuff, gentlemen. Mori, come over here. Johnny Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Since we're having a little show and tell, let's see some money. Isaac  Of course, no problem. [Isaac sets down and opens a suitcase.] Isaac  There it is. Beautiful, huh? Unmarked bills! No history, no need to       launder. Johnny Good. Niko - show him the stuff. [Niko holds out the diamonds.] Isaac  Get in there Mori. [Mori steps forward to inspect them.] Mori   Isaac - look at them. Isaac  Gorgeous, huh? Like condensed money. Mori   Isaac - these are great. [Luis appears at the window, guns down Mori.] Luis   Rest of you motherfuckers wanna die - do something stupid okay! Mofo   Fuck you! [aims shotgun up] [Luis shoots the mofo and everyone scatters.] Johnny Just get the shit man. C'mon!

<Niko has to fight through Isaac's men while Johnny quickly leaves and bikes off. Niko escapes the museum and pursuers.>

<phonecall to Ray>

Niko   The deal didn't go so good, Ray. Johnny's got the cash. I don't know who has the diamonds. Ray    Shit, that biker piece of crap beter not be pulling nothing. Come back and see me.

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Roman  Niko, there you are. Tell me what's happening in the exciting world of       the gun for a hire? Who's paying the bills at the moment? Niko   At the moment, it's the Mafia. Roman  Shit, Niko, you're involved with one of the five families? Niko   Not quite. I'm working for a family out of Alderney called the Pegorinos. This guy called Ray Boccino has had me working with this guy from the Lost biker gang called Johnny, running around after these diamonds he stole. It's been a fucking hassle and all for nothing. Roman  The Lost? Those guys are meant to be really dangerous, cousin. I heard there was a war or something between the Lost and the Angels of Death. You don't want to get caught up in that shit. Take your cut of the diamonds and get out of there. Niko   There is no cut of the diamonds, the ice got jacked when we tried to        sell them. This Dominican looking guy shot the place up. Roman  My heart goes out to you, cousin. I'll talk to you soon.

--- NO WAY ON THE SUBWAY (#rbo5) ---

<cutscene - at Drusilla's diner>

Phil   You sure this guy's alright? You checked him out? Ray    I'm tellin' ya the guy's good. Hey, here he is right here. Phil, Niko. Niko, Phil. Phil   So you're the guy who got jumped for a couple million? Niko   Yeah. You gonna pop me for it? Phil   Ha ha... no. I've heard good things. Some aren't friends... but y'know... what are you gonna do? Niko   You're right... I've been keeping bad company. Phil   Oh, you mean this guy? He's okay... well he pays up and he ain't gone state's yet. Ray    Very funny. Ha, ha. Phil   Listen we got a lot of missing money, and we got a porblem with these fucking bikers... Niko   And I got a problem finding someone. Ray    Yeah, I nearly got something on that. Phil   So, we sent some of our boys after the money. Maybe you can deal with the bikers. Calm them down. They're causing trouble on the corner of       Vauxite and Exeter. Niko   Sure. Phil   Otherwise, you and Raymond here got a serious problem. The boss has gotta get paid. Even when people forget to tell him about things they're working on... [Niko exits.] Ray    Don't bust my balls. What's the point of talking about things unless they become real? Phil   I'm sure. Ray    I'm sure you're sure Phil, you of all people. Phil   Now what the hell does that mean? Ray    Nothing... I mean come on, you're a guy who knows what's what... Phil   Yeah, yeah, yeah, okay.

<cutscene - in an alley off Exeter>

Niko   You took something that belonged to my employers. Jim    Shit, that's the cocksucker that Johnny ripped off for the diamond loot. Hey, why don't we see if he can keep up with some real American bikers? Ha! Let's do this!

<Niko steals a bike and chases Jim and the other biker along the subway tracks. One crashes into a subway train and Niko kills the other in Dukes.>

<phonecall to Ray>

Niko   I got rid of those bikers for you. Johnny wasn't there though. Ray    The other guys is meant to be taking care of him. Don't worry about it, Nicky.

--- LATE CHECKOUT (#rbo6) ---

<cutscene - at Drusilla's diner>

Ray    [to phone] You, listen to me Isaac - listen, dick. It is not my fault you got robbed. Not my fault! I had nothing to do with it. Nothing! You understan- I'm on a cell phone, you jerk. Ohh, you wanna have me       killed? Oh yeah? Screw you! I'm done with you. You understand? I'm       finished. No, no, you know what? I ain't even started yet, you thieving fuck! I'm in shit because of you, you piece of... Hello? Hello? Ahh! [throws phone at waiter] Go ahead. Open your mouth, asshole. Push your fucking luck. Niko   [enters] Ray. Ray    What the fuck do you want? Niko   You told me to come. Ray    Well sorry. Having a bad fucking day. Niko   Oh, I'm sorry. Ray    Me too. Fuck it. Fuck it. That curly haired leech is going to talk. Go       shut that stooge up. Niko   Shut who up? Ray    Isaac! The diamond dealer. He's blaming me for everything - everything! Even the shit we didn't do. Now I've got no money... no diamonds and this dick's threatening to have me killed. Blaming me 'cause he got robbed. Niko   Okay, so... Ray    He's holed up at the Majestic, with a couple of his cronies. Go shut those fuckers up! Niko   No problem. [exits] Ray    [to waiter] Hey. Can I get a coffee, please?

<Niko enters the Majestic Hotel and fights through dozens of Jewish mobsters to reach Isaac's penthouse. He reaches Who, who pleads for his life in the kitchen.>

Who    This was Isaac's deal - he should pay for the screw up. Not I. Show mercy. Is that not what your life has taught you? Let me leave here alive. Don't you kill me you bastard. Don't you dare. You shmuck, you harbringer of death, don't you kill me. I told Isaac not to trouble you crazy scumbags. He wouldn't listen. Always the same. Kill the others - spare me. Let an old man live out his last years. Isaac's life is       enough. Take that and the debt should be paid. You don't need me too. I       have seen your face. I know what it is to look evil in the eye. Let me       live!

<in the penthouse bedroom>

Isaac  You pieces of shit, first you kill Mori and now me. This was all Mori's       doing, he wanted those diamonds so bad. Veh is mir! Those diamonds were fucking beautiful. I'm screwed. We should never have done business with you scum. This is a matter of principle, I will not be done over by a       bunch of nebishes. How do you murdering scum sleep at night? I wasn't       going to let you take the diamonds and the money and get away with it.

<Niko kills Isaac and his cronies and escapes the hotel.>

<phonecall to Ray>

Niko   I shut Isaac up for you. I feel like all I been doing is shutting people up ever since this diamond thing started. Ray    Well, we ain't got the diamonds and we don't know where they are. Johnny, that biker scumbag, has disappeared with the money. And every other mouth that came close to those diamonds is closed for good. Except for yours, that is. You gotta be grateful for that. Niko   Screw you, Ray. I ain't your clean up guy no more. You get that? Ray    Alright, Nicky, alright. Don't go forgetting about respect or nothing. You're still just another straight off the boat punk. This city can get real scary if you don't got friends. You remember that.

--- WEEKEND AT FLORIAN'S (#nb6) ---

<phonecall from Ray>

Ray    Hey Nicky. You've been a decent earner for me and I appreciate that. I'm throwing you a bone. Niko   What you waiting for? Throw it. Ray    There's some fanook called Talbot, Talbot Daniels, over in the Triangle. He's into me for about ten Gs, he says he might know something about Florian Cravic. Niko   Florian? Ray    Your days of searching are over, my friend. This guy should point you in the right direction.

<phonecall to Roman>

Niko   Hey Roman. Can you do me a favor? Roman  Anything for you, cousin. Just name it. You want some women? I met this... Niko   Is not that, I'm coming to collect you from the apartment. Wait for me       there.

<driving - heading to the Triangle - A>

Niko   I have found Florian Cravic. There's a man called Talbot Daniels who will lead us to him. Roman  Talbot, I know him from some of the card games I play. So, you're       finally going to kill Florian Cravic... You know, if this fucks up, the bad shit's coming down on my head. Niko   What do you mean? Roman  I mean, you fuck up and I take the shit. You kill the wrong guy and his friends will fuck with me to get to you. I didn't have no scars until you arrived. Now I am practically chopping board I have so many cuts on       me. Niko   You are a rich chopping board. Roman  I'd be rich even if you weren't here. I'm an entrepreneur. Things would have taken off for me. Niko   Of course they would have. Look at your gambling career. What was I       thinking? Roman  I'm an innovator, NB.

<driving - heading to the Triangle - B>

Roman  What is it, cousin? Niko   I think I may have found the man I've been looking for. Roman  Here, in Liberty City? Niko   It appears so. Ray Boccino, the cockroach monster, he knows a man who might know Florian Cravic. We're looking for a guy named Talbot Daniels. Hangs out in the Triangle. Roman  Talbot, I know him. I came up against him in a few tournaments. Small world. I worry for you, NB. Sometimes you just got to let the hate go. You really going to feel better once Florian is dead? Niko   Soon, we will find out.

<cutscene - reach Talbot in the Triangle>

Roman  There he is. Let's go talk to him. He's always at the games being held around Algonquin. Not too good either. I don't think I've seen him win a hand. Niko   Hey, I hear you know Florian Cravic. Where is he? Talbot Florian Cravic? I don't know what you're talking about. Roman  I been head to head with this guy a few times, NB. I know his tells. He's lying. Talbot Roman, what's this about? Roman  He doesn't act well under pressure, NB. Beat him a little. Talbot Alright already. There's a guy I know, likes to be called Florian Cravic at... um... certain moments. Lives uptown somewhere. Niko   Show me.

<They get into a car and Talbot directs where to go.>

Roman  Get in and don't try anything stupid, Talbot. Niko   You better be taking us to the right place, Talbot. Talbot Okay, ummm, if I'm right Bernie's place is somewhere Uptown. You know, you try to block walks of shame out of your memory. Let me retrace my       steps then.

<reach Bernie's place>

Talbot This is it. This is Bernie's place. Are you going to kill him?

<go into Bernie's>

Niko   When I am done with Florian, he will be begging to die. That is the most your friend can look forward to. Get out of here now. You've done your job.

<kill Talbot, then go into Bernie's>

Roman  Niko, you didn't need to kill him. He brought us here. Niko   I needed to warm up. Let's go. Come up with me Roman. I cannot do this alone. Roman  Of course, Niko.

<cutscene - at Bernie's apartment>

Roman  Niko! Be calm... be calm! Niko   Fuck calm. Florian! [translated] Florian! I'm here for you, asshole. Open the door! Florian! [kicks open the door] I've come for you, Florian. Bernie Ah! Go away! Niko   [translated] Florian? Is that you? Bernie Niko? What the hell are you doing here? Bernie Niko? What the hell are you doing here? Niko   What happened to you? Bernie Oh, I started working out... you know, toned up the, er... Roman  Florian? You used to work in the abattoir? Bernie Oh don't remind me... Roman? You put on a few vanity pounds. What are you guys doing here? Why did you kick my door down? Niko   I've come here to ask you some questions. Bernie It wasn't you, was it. Niko   What wasn't me? Bernie Who set us up. It was you or Darko. I thought it must be him. Oh my       God! You think it was me... that's why you're here. You've come to kill me! Well screw you, Niko Bellic and fatty Roman! It wasn't me. It       wasn't! I wouldn't do that! [Niko lowers his gun and paces.] Roman  Can we stop with the fat jokes, Florian? Bernie It's Bernie now. After I came here, I wanted a complete change. So I       became Bernie Crane. I am sorry about the fat thing... you're still kind of cute. Roman  Ha ha. Gee, thanks. Niko   What are you doing here? Bernie Well, I'm a lifestyle coach, and I teach an aerobics class... And I'm       in love! He's married... it's so doomed. And he's in politics... he's       the deputy mayor. Roman  Bryce Dawkins? But he's so into family values! Bernie Oh, that's just politics. Niko   Where is Darko? Bernie Dead, I hope! I'm not sure. I... I... I heard he was still in Europe, or Switzerland, or somewhere... but then I heard that you had joined the circus, so information can be unreliable. Niko   We have to find him. We have to find him. [exits] Roman  I think he's a bit freaked out. I guess he thought seeing you would answer some questions. Bernie So I see... well it's great to see you guys... we must do brunch. Roman  Sure... see you later, Florian. Bernie Bernie!

<cutscene - on the sidewalk>

Roman  So, Florian has changed? Niko   Yes. Roman  He's moved on from what happened to you, you should've moved on too. What are you going to do? Niko   He may not be here in Liberty City, but he's still out there. I will find out where Darko Brevic is, and I will make him answer for his actions. We know now that it was him. I need to be alone now, Roman. Roman  Sure, I'll see you later then. Call me, okay?

<phonecall to Ray - Talbot still alive]

Ray    Nicky, you ice him? Niko   He wasn't the one I was looking for. Ray    Too bad, chief. I did what I could.

<phonecall to Ray - Talbot killed>

Niko   Oh yeah, I should probably say, you ain't gonna get those ten Gs from Talbot. He had an accident. Ray    Shit Nicky, I was counting on that vig. You're a fucking loose cannon my friend.

<phonecall from ULP - later on>

ULP    So, I hear you've found the big bad monster you were after? Bernie Crane, the muscle Mary. Come on. Niko   Fuck you. ULP    You think I wouldn't have fingered him in a second if he was your guy? Niko   You could have told me he was here. ULP    I'm helping you find the man you're after, I'm not some reunite old boyfriends service. Look, I was in the army. I know it gets lonely. I       know what it feels like to get close to a man. Niko   I'm sure you do, but you said you'd help me. ULP    I've already helped you but I'll help you again. Wait for me to be in       touch.

MilicaBellic@eyefind.info Thinking about you

My son, I was thinking about you, and I thought I write. I receive nice e mail from your cousin. He say you had seen Florian Cravic again. Did he become a professional wrestler, as he say? He was always strange boy. Roman also tells me he has woman nice in his life and that maybe there was someone special for you too. Life here is much same - crops grow, the country flounders, British people come to buy holiday homes they never visit, the politicians argue and we all want things will change. I have long memory. Life always confusing uncertain. Only problems change. We have never known freedom, and nor democracy. Sometimes, I think this makes realist life easier for us. In America I imagine the people must be bitter. The world used to love them, now they are despised. This President Lawton seems like a foolish man. Have you met him? Roman said that you and him were up for a prestigious award and you had some powerful friends. Your loving mother. Mother

<email - reply>

Dear mother, thanks for your mail. Life in America is okay, thank you for your concern. I wish Roman would join me from his time spent living in clouds. He makes things up, I don't know why. He has a nice woman in his life, that is true, the rest is lies. Apart from Florian Cravic. We have seen him. He is very different.

MilicaBellic@eyefind.info Glad you are well.

Moj dragi sine, Thank you for your mail. I am glad you well. Look after Roman. I am excite to hear maybe wedding bells are in air soon? What about you, my son? I will write again, soon. Tvoja voljena majka. Mother

--- ...I'LL TAKE HER (#gm4) ---

<phonecall from Packie - a day later>

Packie Niko, I've got a grieving mother to look after, I don't want to worry about you not kidnapping some guido bitch like you've been asked to do. Niko   Hey Packie, I had other stuff to do. I'll get on it, alright? Speak to       you soon.

<phonecall to Gracie>

Niko   I'm calling about the car. Gracie Come to my place on Babbage Drive. You don't sound like the sort of man who'd drive a pink convertible. Niko   I can't resist a bargain.

<cutscene - at the Ancelotti house on Babbage Drive>

Gracie You're the guy who called about the car, the one with the sexy accent? Niko   You mind if I take a test drive? Gracie You can test drive whatever you want. I love riding in cars with you European types. My family's from Italia, you know? Somewhere in the south. [They get in her car.] Gracie Why don't you drive towards the south coast? We can enjoy the day.

<driving - taking a test drive - A>

Gracie So, you like the car? I didn't think a manly guy like you would drive something like this. You got a wife or girlfriend or something? Niko   I'm picking this up for a friend. Gracie Yeah? What a gentleman. You don't meet guys like you in this city no       more. All the good men are gone is what my dad says. Niko   Your dad sounds real oldschool. You and him close? Gracie Nah, not really. he's great and all, it's just I don't like his tough guy friends. I only hang out with gay guys, you know. At least they won't try and get in your pants every ten seconds. Not that I don't       like guys trying to get in my pants. I appreciate fun as much as the next girl... maybe even more than the next girl. Niko   You having fun at the moment? Gracie Maybe too much fun. Call me Gracie, by the way. Niko   Sure thing, Gracie.

<driving - taking a test drive - B>

Gracie I'm Gracie, by the way. Niko   Hey Gracie, why you selling this car? It seems pretty good. Gracie Let's just say that me and the LCPD have had a few disagreements about blood alcohol levels. How is a girl meant to get back to Alderney after a big night out in Algonquin if she's not drunk driving? Niko   She could stay sober. Gracie You sound like my dad. Anyway, you clearly have not been to Maisonette 9. There is no such thing as sober in that place. No fucking way. If I       stick to booze, it's a miracle. I couldn't get in at first, but now that I know Tony, it isn't a problem. You should come down one night. Niko   I don't know if it would be my scene. Gracie I'll tell eveyrone that you're a big Russian oil guy or an arms dealer. We'll get fucked up and they'll love you. Before you know it you'll       have your own booth, table service, the whole scene. Niko   We'll see.

<driving - continuing test drive - A>

Gracie How's it going then, sweetie? Niko   Alright, but what I'm here for hasn't really been started. Gracie You've been test driving for a while so I can only guess that you're        interested in something other than the car. Niko   I am, I'm here to kidnap you, Grace Ancelotti. I don't want to hurt you so remain fucking calm. Gracie Fuck you!

<driving - continuing test drive - B>

Gracie So, you like the car? Niko   I'm not after the car. I'm after you. I mean, this is a kidnapping. Control yourself, remain calm and you might just walk away from this with your life. Gracie Oh my fucking God! You fucking pervert!

<Gracie pulls out phone and tries to call her father - A>

Gracie That's it fuckwit. I'm calling Daddy and he ain't gonna treat you as       polite as I do, that's for sure. Niko   You're not calling shit, bitch. You're coming with me. [throws phone into street] Gracie You motherfucker, you sick bastard, you creep!

<Gracie pulls out phone and tries to call her father - B>

Gracie I'm dialing my daddy. He's gonna do more than test drive your ass. Prick! Niko   Try to call him without a phone. [throws phone into street]

<Gracie repeatedly tries to crash the car and hop out of it, but Niko holds her in and keeps driving toward the safehouse.>

Gracie You're fucking with the wrong girl, asshole. I'm Gracie Ancelotti and I... Niko   Shut up. [knocks her out] Peace at last.

<phonecall from Little Jacob - during the drive>

Jacob  Whappen rasta? Yo, you wanna go down to the strip club, Mr. Mention? Niko   No can do, Jacob. I've got a girl with me and I don't think it would be       appropriate. Let's speak soon though, huh?

<cutscene - at the safehouse, Niko dragging Gracie>

Gordon There he is! Stevie, dump the car. I'll take this piece of ass. Niko   Guys, the bitch better be worth the trouble. Gordon Her pa's got some serious cash and he pissed off Gerald. That's reason enough for me. [drags Gracie inside] Niko   Well he better pay quick. I hate to think of the fight she'll put up if       you try to cut her fingers off.

<phonecall to Packie>

Niko   Gordon has the bitch, I'm done with her. Packie Thanks, Niko. My brother will be a happy man. I'll get things in       motion. Be in touch.

<phonecall from Packie - soon after the kidnapping>

Niko   How's my favorite girl? Packie We need a picture of Grace, her pa thinks she's holed up with some guy. He don't believe we got her. Will you do it? Ma's still upset. Niko   So I'm a portrait photographer now? Okay, I'll send you it on my phone.

Gordon Where you been? I been jonesing for some fries for about five hours. Niko   Sorry, your shift ain't over, Gordo. I'm just here for some holiday pics.

<Niko takes a pic and sends it to Packie.>

Niko   Smile for your daddy, Grace. Gracie Fuck you.

<phonecall to Packie>

Packie Nice one, Niko. Old man Ancelotti won't believe his girl's holed up       with a guy no more. Niko   Not unless that guy is into some sick shit. Later on, Packie.

<phonecall from Ray - later on>

Ray    Nicky, I hear you and the Irish have got your hands on Ancelotti's        daughter. Niko   What's it to you? Ray    It wouldn't be nothing, except I know that Ancelotti ain't gonna pay up. It's her pal, Gay Tony, that's coughing up with my damn ice. The diamonds that got robbed off you in the Libertonian. Well, we took it       off Tony in the first place, but it shoulda ended there. He must have robbed the diamonds off of Isaac. Niko   I got the money robbed off of me by a biker, remember? The diamonds were sold. Ray    Don't get smart with me. Get me them diamonds off Tony. The Irish'll be       square with that and you'll be square with me. Niko   We're already square.

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Roman  Cousin, how's it going? Niko   Roman, can I ask you a question? Roman  I thought this time would come, Niko, but, to be honest, I don't know how I'm so successful with the ladies. They just love me. Niko   That wasn't what I wanted to ask you, I wanted to know what it was like to be kidnapped. Were you an asshole to the people who took you or did you behave yourself? Roman  I did everything they said except give you up, cousin. I was scared shitless. Niko   That's what I thought. I had to kidnap this girl and she's a fucking nightmare. Roman  Shame on you, Niko Bellic. You should know better than this. Who is       she? Who'd you take her for? Niko   I'm working with that Irish family. She's some mobster's daughter - Gracie Ancelotti. Roman  Niko, shit. You're fucking with the mob. The Ancelottis are one of the five old families. I don't know nothing about this. Give her back as       soon as you can. I've got to go, Niko.

--- SHE'S A KEEPER (#gm5) ---

<text message from Packie>

Niko. Gerry has been trying to get hold of you - it's about your girl. Go see him in the can.

<cutscene - at the Alderney State Correctional Facility>

Gerry  Hey Niko   Hey. Gerry  Yeah, so, anyway. A friend of mine in here tells me that a close friend of yours, a girl you've been spending a lot of time with recently, swept her clean off her feet? Niko   Okay. Gerry  Yeah, her old boyfriend wants her back. Niko   They always do. Gerry  Desperately and quickly and he's looking for her. I think you and her... should go on a glamorous date in Algonquin, show her a new pad. Then... things will be okay between you two, but move your fucking ass, pal. Women don't like a chump. You get me?

<cutscene - at the safehouse in Alderney>

Gordon You're moving her over to Boleyn Street. [dragging Gracie] Niko   Not in the cab of this car I'm not. After last time, she can ride in       the trunk. Gordon Fair enough. Ah! Bitch just bit me! [drops her in the trunk] I think she has something to say. Gracie Motherfuckers! When my daddy finds you, he's gonna kill you! He's gonna kill everybody you've ever met! Gordon Catch you around, Niko. Niko   Thanks a lot.

<Niko flees from several Ancelotti cars while Gracie complains from the trunk.>

<cutscene - at the safehouse in Algonquin>

Packie Niko, my man. Katie's taken over on Ma duty so I'll be watching this guido bitch for you. Where is she? Niko   In the trunk. She don't play too nice up front. Packie [opens the trunk] Gracie, Gracie. Act nice now. Gracie You motherfuckers, I'll rip your cocks off! Packie [shuts the trunk] She's a wild one. Gracie Help! Help! Please let me outta here! Let me out of here! Packie I'll try to calm her down. Gracie Let me out! Packie See you later, Niko. Gracie I'm gonna fucking kill you. I'll fucking kill you!

--- DIAMONDS ARE A GIRL'S BEST FRIEND (#gm6) ---

<cutscene - at the Alderney State Correctional Facility>

Niko   Hey. Gerry  Yeah? Niko   What's wrong? Gerry  There's good news and there's bad news. The good news is everything's       coming together. The bad news? It ain't gonna make a blind bit of       difference to me. Niko   Uh? What do you mean? Gerry  Do you want me to spell it out? Niko   No, I guess not. Gerry  Thanks. Packie will give you a call and explain. The ex-boyfriend of       your girl, he's gonna agree to the divorce terms. Unfortunately, it       turns out he wasn't our only problem. Some other crap has turned up. I       don't think I'll be getting out anytime soon. Been a great laugh. Look after yourself. Niko   Yeah.

<phonecall to Packie>

Packie Niko, me and Gracie is waiting for you just off a Frankfort Avenue in        Northwood. Looks like our joyful time with her is coming to an end. Niko   That's a fucking tragedy. We should throw her a goodbye party. Packie That's the plan. Hopefully someone might bring a big present for us to       this shindig as well. Maybe a big bag of diamonds will help us get over the pain of losing her. We're waiting for ya, man.

<get in the car with Packie and Gracie>

Niko   Hey, man. Packie Alright, Niko. The exchange is over on Charge Island at the water treatment plant.

<driving - getting to the Charge Island Sewer Works - A>

Niko   Packie, my man. How are you and Gracie getting on? Packie Like a house on fire, ain't that right, Gracie? Gracie You fucking bastards. Packie See, she was just telling me how much she loved me. What do ya think of       Niko, Gracie? Gracie I fucking hate the both of you. Packie Gracie, watch your mouth. Niko is a good friend of mine. Don't say that about him. Gracie Fuck you, fuck you, fuck you, fuck you. Packie Gracie, you're sweet. I know I'm too good for him, but sometimes a guy has got to hang out with lowlifes like Niko here. He's got his his uses. Gracie I'll give you some fucking uses. Packie That's right, he is definitely a bad influence on me. Gracie Motherfucker.

<driving - getting to the Charge Island Sewer Works - B>

Niko   Gracie, it's been too long. We should hang out more often. Gracie I'd rather see you hanging from a fucking tree. Packie Hands off my woman, Bellic. Gracie and me is in love. Gonna get hitched. White picket fence and all that shit. Niko   Packie, this is great. You've finally found a woman who will sit down and listen to your shit. Maybe you should bind and gag all the girls you meet? Packie That might be okay where you're from, Niko. But this is an enlightened society we live in. U S of fucking A. Niko   Real enlightened, real civilized. That's the impression I've got so       far. An example to the rest of the world. Packie You know you love it, Niko. Doesn't he Gracie? Gracie Motherfuckers. Niko   Maybe Gracie ain't so different. You normally just shove so much coke up a girl's nose that she may as well be tied up. Packie You're in a mood, ain't ya Niko? Is it finally beginning to sink in       that my sister's chastity belt don't come off? Niko   Fuck you. Packie Fuck you. Gracie Fuck the both of you.

<cutscene - at the Charge Island Sewer Works>

Tony   Gracie, you alright? The bastards didn't hurt you, did they? Packie She can't speak. We got a gag in her mouth. Tony   Give her back, you animals. She's suffered enough. Packie Hand over the stuff. Tony   Hand over Gracie! I'm here for you, sweetie. Packie Hand over the fucking stuff! Niko   Alright, calm down. Both of you. Luis   Okay. We put the ice in the middle, we walk back. Then you send over the girl. We leave and you pick up the stuff. Entiende? Niko   Sure, show us the goods. [Gay Tony walks halfway forward, sets the diamonds down, and steps back.] Tony   Come back to me, honey. Niko   Let her go. [Gracie walks slowly over to Tony and Luis.] [Bulgarin drives in, parks up.] Bulgar Niko Bellic, how is it that whenever something is stolen from me you are not far away? Niko   I have never stolen anything from you, Mr. Bulgarin. Bulgar These men, the big faggot and his Dominican bitch, they stole my        diamonds. And you have been trying to rob the thieves. To rob me. [translated] Kill them all! [Bulgarin's men begin shooting up everything.] [Niko and Packie take cover behind their car.] Packie I don't care what you did to that man, but we ain't leaving here without them diamonds.

<shootout with Bulgarin's men>

Packie Alright, I think I know who's got the ice. Follow me.

Packie The guy with the ice has got to be this way. Let's split up. I'll take the high road and you take the low road.

Packie Jesus, Niko. There's more of the bastards arriving. Fuck me, a whole load of them are showing up.

<cutscene - reach the guy with the diamonds>

Packie Give us that fucking ice, you're trapped. We'll let you go if you give 'em up. Guy    I'm screwed either way. If I don't give you the diamonds, you kill me       here and you take 'em. I do give you diamonds, Mr. Bulgarin kills me       later. [tosses the diamonds down onto a moving garbage truck] Don't       nobody having them. Screw all of you! Niko   [translated] Fucked up, as usual. Packie You selfish piece of cocksucking shit!

<finish the last of Bulgarin's men>

Packie Serves you right, you selfish cocksucking piece of shit. Shit, I don't       wanna spend another minute in this crap-hole, let's get outta here.

<driving - returning Packie to the McReary house>

Packie Fuck, fuck, fuck. All that trouble for nothing. Kidnapping the bitch, holding onto her, fighting through them damn Russians... all of that for jack shit. Niko   Look on the bright side, at least you got to meet Gracie. Packie Screw that. I got close to knocking her teeth out. That was about it. We ain't got shit now. Maybe we was going to have to give up them diamonds to fucking Ray Boccino but we woulda got a payday. Now we       ain't getting shit. Niko   Yeah, but there is no guarantee we woulda made any money out of those diamonds anyway. I've got a suspicion those were the ones Ray Boccino got me to handle a while back. They're bad luck. Me and some biker had to try to sell them to a diamond dealer and it turns into a blood bath. That was when those friends of Gracie's must have gotten them. Packie Stolem 'em from you, did they? Niko   No, they stole them from the guys I sold them to. Shit, these diamonds have been trouble since Ray first made me take them out of a trash can for him. Is good they are on their way to a landfill somewhere. Best place for them. The population of Liberty City would have been higher if we had. Packie You might be right, Niko. Whose fucking diamonds were they anyway? Niko   They were not Ray's, I can tell you this much. Maybe they belong to       this homosexual man, Gracie's friend. I don't know. Maybe to Bulgarin. Packie Bulgarin, he the motherfucker who busted up our peaceful hostage exchange? What in Christ's name went on back there anyways? Niko   Some time ago, I worked for Mr. Bulgarin in Europe, smuggling people across the Adriatic. A ship sunk, the cargo sunk to the bottom of the sea, I had to swim for my life. Bulgarin lost a lot of money that night and he needed someone to blame. This was one of the reasons I leave Europe and come back here to Liberty City. Packie And now he shows up claiming the ice belongs to him? What are the chances? Niko   Our paths crossed back when I was living in Hove Beach as well. My       cousin and I moved up to Bohan to get away from him and another man called Dimitri Rascalov. Packie That's a real shame, I can see you fitting right down in Hove Beach, Niko. Probably a good thing you got out though. Wouldn't a met me if       you'd stayed, would ya? Niko   When you put it like this, I'm one lucky motherfucker, Packie.

<reach the McReary house>

Packie Well, Niko. That was a whole lot of effort for no fucking reward. Story of my life. Niko   It is the story of a lot of lives, Packie. I'm getting used to hearing it. Packie See you Niko, I've got to go break the news to Gerald. At least I'm       gonna be on the other side of some bulletproof glass to him. You know what, I'm still fucking scared. Niko   Good luck.

<text message - later in the day>

Shit, man. I keep going over it in me head and I can't fucking understand what happened back there. No diamonds, no girl... Fuck! Still, it was intense. You're a fucking prince.

<phone call from Dimitri - later on>

Dimitri You love to disappoint me, Niko Bellic. You really do. Niko   Are you disappointed that I have not found and killed you yet, Dimitri Rascalov? Do not worry, your time will soon come. Dimitri I went to the sewage works on Charge Island. I picked through the bodies and yours was not amongst them. Very disappointing. Niko   I am sorry. Or maybe the thugs who failed to kill me should be blamed though. Dimitri I cannot believe that you would steal from my friend Ray Bulgarin twice. First in Europe and then these diamonds in Liberty City. You are in debt to him, Niko. Why don't you just pay him what you owe and we       can all get along? Niko   I have no debts to Bulgarin, Dimitri. And the only thing I owe you is a       bullet in the temple. You will be paid in full, fear not. Dimitri You have a sharp tongue, Niko. It is only a matter of time before it is       cut out of your mouth. Goodbye.

--- TRUCK HUSTLE (#pb1) ---

<text message from Ray>

Nicky, I need you to meet me and Phil at a depot in Normandy. Ciao

<cutscene - at Phil's depot in Normandy>

Phil   [to phone] Uh huh. That thing? Our friend did what? Thirty-seven at       eight? Nah. What about them Swingers? How's Marlene? The kids? Beautiful. [Ray and Niko enter, Phil waves them in.] Phil   [to phone] Okay. Yeah, I gotta go. Ciao. [Phil hangs up.] Phil   Hey, Ray. So, uh, who's the pal? Ray    Phil you remember Niko, he's a good friend of mine. Can we talk? Phil   Sure we can talk... as long as we don't talk too much. Interesting times, you know what I mean? Did you hear about our friend, the guy with the thing? Ray    Yeah, you mean Harry the... guy with the hat. Phil   No the guy with the, y'know, the budda beep budda boop. Ray    Yeah the guy with the... and the - [whistles] Phil   Yeah that guy. Ray    Yeah. I heard. Phil   So be cool, Ray. Listen, I need to speak to you alone. Ray    Yeah, see, Phil, that's the thing. I kinda know what you're going to       ask, and I can't. Phil    Whaddaya mean you can't? Ray     I can't do it Phil. I gotta lot of interest right now, business is       really taking off, and I don't want any distractions. Phil   Well as you can see I got my own issues here... Ray    Look. Niko is good. He'll do what you need. Phil   And you say he's a friend of yours? [Niko and Phil shake hands.] Phil   Sure... good to meet you. Niko   Yeah. Phil   C'mere. [Phil turns on the radio.] Phil   The Triads have this big chunk of brown they're desperate to get rid of. Talking about it all over town. Wanting to offload it at any price. They think it's cursed or something. Prove it is. Take it from them. It's loaded into a truck going to Franklin Street and West Dyke. Get a       hold of it and give me a call. Niko   Sure. But Mr. Bell, it's going to cost you. Phil   You got it. Not problem. [Phil shuts off the radio.] Ray    Great. Say, nice stereo you got there, Phil. Phil   Thanks! Ray    Yeah, so, Philly - ever hear from your ex-wife? Phil   What kind of question is that? Ray    Just asking! Phil   Get the hell out of here. [Ray and Niko exit.] Phil   Every time this motherfucker...

<Ray leaving the depot>

Ray    I'll be in touch, Nicky.

<Niko hides in an alley off Franklin Street, where a truck and several cars filled with Triads pull in and park up. Shootout ensues. One Triad attempts to drive the truck out. Niko chases, climbs up the back, drops into the passenger seat. The driver attempts to shoot him; Niko kills him and throws him out.>

Niko   This heroin is cursed. You don't fucking want it!

<phonecall to Phil>

Niko   Phil, man, I got that thing you were after. What you want me to do with it? Phil   It's a wedding present for my nephew, Frankie. Take it out to the big house off of Beaverhead Avenue. You'll know the one I mean. He'll be       waiting there for you.

<cutscene - at the abandoned mansion>

Niko   Hey, you Frankie? Your uncle asked me to give you this wedding present. You're a lucky guy. Frankie I don't know about that. I got to sit on this stuff until Phil gets over his paranoia and we can ship it. Meantime, I got to pack it into some cars that go faster than this thing. Niko   Sounds like a fun honeymoon. Later on.

<phonecall to Phil>

Niko   Your nephew's got his wedding present. Phil   Nicely done. He's a good kid, he deserved something special. Hopefully he'll look after it. Niko. You looking for more work? Niko   I'm always looking to earn a bit of extra cash. Phil   Great. I know a guy who needs a man like you. Only operated on an       outside line though. Go to the payphone on the corner of Vitullo and Hardtack. He'll call you.

--- PEGORINO'S PRIDE (#jp1) ---

<phonecall from Phil>

Phil   Niko, I told Jimmy P about you. He wants to meet ya. Niko   Has he got work? Phil   Yeah, he's got stuff that needs doing. Head over to his house off of       Beaverhead in Westdyke.

<text message from Phil>

Niko, wear some respectable clothes - suit, tie, shoes, all that shit - for the meet with Jimmy. Phil.

<cutscene - at Pegorino's mansion>

Angie  Yeah? Niko   I'm here to see Mr. Pegorino... Angie  Well, I didn't think you were here to sell me insurance. So you here to       work for him, shoot him, or arrest him? Or maybe all three? Anthony It's okay, Mrs. P, I'll deal with this. Angie  Yeah, I'm in a life threatening situation and I'm having a conversation here. He could have killed me. You're useless. Organized crime, my ass. With guys like you, it's no wonder this 'organization' is doing so       wonderfully. Anthony You Nick? Come on. [Anthony walks Niko to Pegorino's office.] Anthony Peg. Peg    What? Anthony Someone for you. Peg    Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. So... were you followed? Niko   I don't think so. Peg    Oh... Niko   I mean, who knows? Peg    Exactly... I mean, we can pretty much guarantee you were followed. The question is "did you know about it?". And right now, I don't know the answer to that question. But to be honest, I don't really care neither. I know enough about you, your cousin, your friends... I know a lot of       people around you end up in jail. Niko   Some maybe. Peg    But that's the same all over town. This is a dying game. Niko   I don't understand. Peg    I mean I'm gonna ask you to deal with a problem, and you're gonna deal with it, or you're not going to deal with it, and you're going to be a       problem that somebody else has to deal with. But me? I ain't doing nothing. Niko   Yes, okay. So what's the problem? Peg    We'll get to that. Anthony! Did Phil call? Anthony Not yet, boss. Ray called. Peg    Of course he did. I wonder... is it better to have a talented snake, or       a stoical lion, who's gonna be cut down in his prime? I don't know. What do you think? Niko   I don't understand what you're talking about. Peg    You do, but I ain't going to push. Anthony, get in here! Anthony Boss? Peg    Where's Big Pete and Marco? Anthony On their way. Peg    Listen to me... here's what the plan is. Me and two of my guys gonna meet with a couple of boys from the Pavano family. I need these guys if       we're ever gonna be taken serious... you know, get on the Commission. Now the thing is, these guys ain't, shall we say... shown us the appropriate respect in the past. I want you... to run security. Keep an       eye on things, 'cause they won't be looking out for you. Ah, here they are, it's either them or the cops. Anthony It's them, they're outside. Looks like Ray's here too. Peg    I know it's them. God, give me strength... I'll be out in a minute. Look after Ray 'til I get back. [Ray walks in the door as Anthony's about to go get him.] Ray    Hey, Tone. Anthony Hey, Ray. Hey, what, what ya doing? He's busy. Ray    Hey, Niko, huh. Oh, boss - salve. [kneels] Peg    Get up. Anthony I'm sorry, boss. Ray    This guy's everywhere, like a friggin' cockroach or something, ha? In a       good way. Anthony Ray, you and me is gonna talk. The boss has got business. Ray    Yeah, uh boss, I got you this, because I care. [hands over a small box] Peg    [to Ray and Anthony] You boys have fun.

Niko   Jimmy's on his way. Pete   Niko, right? Skipper said you'd be driving. The sit down's over at the old refinery in the Acter Industrial Park. [Pegorino gets in.] Peg    What are yous waiting for? Hit it, let's go.

<driving - down to the old refinery - A>

Peg    You guys all friends now? Nice. You best hope you made a good first impression on Niko, boys. He's gonna be the one looking out for you during this meet. Well, he's being paid to look out for me so saving you guys' asses would be overtime. Pete   That's just if the shit goes down, right boss? The Pavanos wouldn't       fuck with you. Peg    Wake up you fucking mook. Everybody is trying to fuck everybody. We       just hoping they got the manners to smile to our faces before they do        it. Marco  You giving them a nice little offering though, skip. They ain't gonna turn up their noses at that. Peg    God give me strength. It's like I'm dealing with children here. No       wonder I ain't on the Commission when my muscle is this stupid! Niko   If the Pavanos is a Liberty City family, what are they doing coming out to Alderney for this meet? Peg    I let them operate out here from time to time. Pavanos work a little shy business on this side of the West River. They also control a few bookies. I don't mind 'em taking a bite, I don't even make 'em give me       a taste. Hopefully they gonna respect that when it comes time to ask them for a favor. Niko   You can't be too confident if you got me here? Peg    You're insurance. I'm the captain of this ship because I look at every possibility. Check to make sure my ass is covered in each situation. I       think about what's gonna happen if this guy screws me, if this one turns state's, and so on. Pete   That's why you're the boss, boss. Peg    Shut up. Jesus. You're worse than my mother. Anyways, that's why Ray ain't ever gonna make it to the level he wants to reach. He's too busy thinking about himself. That diamond fuck up is case in point. I'm like a fucking chess player. You're covering me for six moves ahead when me       and the Pavanos is just putting our first pawns out there on the checkerboard. Marco  I like what you did there, skip. Real clever. Peg    Can you do me a favor? Can you just shoot yourself to save me the trouble of doing it? Can ya, Marco? Jesus.

<driving - down to the old refinery - B>

Peg    Niko, this is Pete and Marco. Guys, Niko. He's the one who's been keeping Ray from drowning in a pile of shit. What the fuck was up with them diamonds? Niko   I dunno, I was just doing what Ray told me to. Peg    I didn't get where I am by believe what every schmuck told me. You ain't the type of guy to follow orders if they ain't in your interest. Pete   You're a smart guy, skipper. Peg    Shut up, Pete. I'm surprised you can even speak when your lips are always puckered up, kissing my ass. Niko   Ray was helping me out with something, so I helped him with the diamonds. I ain't gonna do shit for him no more. I don't like the way he does business. Things got too complicated. Peg    Damn right they did. That ice was a real fuck up. Ray didn't go through the correct channels. Guy who owned the diamonds, Gay Tony, is in with the Ancelottis. Niko   A lot of people said those diamonds were theirs. Peg    Tell me about it. But I don't give a shit about them other people. What I'm worried about is our involvement with them getting back to Gay Tony and his connections... We got a lot riding on this meet with the Pavanos. Wanna keep relations sweet with at least one of the families that got a seat on the Commission. Pete   You gonna get a seat on that Commission real soon, ain't ya boss? 'Bout time Alderney got some representation in the city. Peg    Don't tell me what's due to me. I been waiting for this and working hard for this fo ryears. Alderney weren't nothing without me. My old man, God rest his soul, didn't have the balls to bring the family to       the level I got it to. I'm gonna get that seat because of what I done. Sit down next to Jon Gravelli, if he survives that long, and run all of       Liberty City, the whole country maybe! Niko   The Pavanos, are they gonna offer you a seat then? Peg    They can't give me a seat but they can help me get one. Ain't nobody been given a seat since the Commission got founded. Shit, but times is       changed. Since RICO, the Commission ain't the same. They need a family with a new approach to be sitting down with 'em. I got a nice little offering to the Pavanos that's gonna persuade 'em to argue my case. Something real classy. Real nice. Can't wait to see the look on their faces.

Peg    Give him the rifle, Marco. You expect him to start throwing empty cans from up there if this thing kicks off? Marco  No way, skip. Here you go. [Niko takes the sniper rifle.] Peg    Niko, go up into that building. There should be a spot where you can see over the meet. Don't start shooting unless they attack us. I don't       want this thing screwing up for no good reason.

<Three Pavanos meet up with the Pegorinos. After a minute, more Pavanos show up to surround Pegorino and his men. Pegorino manages to take cover behind a car while Pete and Marco are killed in the shootout. After Niko snipes the first group, Pegorino runs through the refinery and Niko follows.>

<cutscene - just outside the refinery, Pegorino clutching his chest>

Peg    The fucking Pavanos. If the rest of the Commission knew they did this... Niko   I'm sure the whole city will be up in arms. Peg    The motherfuckers, trying to whack me at a sit down... [Niko and Pegorino get into a car while some Pavanos drive past in another.] Peg    They trying to make off with my tribute! The fucking nerve. We're gonna ice those fucks Niko!

<driving - chasing the Pavano car - A>

Peg    Alright, let's get these slimeball bastards. People like that give Italian s a bad name. Whatever happened to the honored society and all that shit? Niko   Can't say I know. Peg    They didn't even send a fucking Capo. This is a declaration of war. The Pegorinos and the Pavanos are hitting the mattresses. You heard it here first. Niko   I saw it through the scope of that rifle. Peg    We gonna get that gift back and make this crew pay for their disrespect. Come on.

<driving - chasing the Pavano car - B>

Peg    The fucking Pavanos. If we kill every one of them slimeballs then maybe the other families will give me their seat on the Commission. Fucking Liberty City families. Get 'em, Niko. Niko   I'm doing my best. Peg    Yeah, well best ain't good enough. I did my best. Made a name for the Pegorinos. Earned a lot of good money for a lot of bad people. And this happens, they try to fucking kill me! Niko   Well at least they had the respect to do it at a meet. They didn't come to your home while you and your wife were sleeping. Peg    Let's make 'em wish they was never born.

<Pavanos car crashes off Red Wing Avenue>

Peg    The dumb fucks have crashed. Go get my gift and make the pricks pay. Shit, Niko, go. I'm staying here and nursing my fucking wound.

<Niko retrieves the bag>

Niko   Here you go. Peg    You're a good earner, Niko. Take me back to my place.

<driving - returning to Pegorino's mansion - A>

Peg    I can't believe them Pavanos would treat me like this. The Pegorino name should mean something to them. It means something in Alderney even if it don't in Algonquin. They better not think of crossing that West River and not looking over their shoulders. Niko   Too bad about Marco and Pete. Peg    Marco and Pete? Oh yeah, those guys didn't make it, did they? Well, too fucking bad. They knew what they was signed on for. Weren't complaining on the way out, were they? No they weren't. Happy to be on board with the skipper. Niko   Yeah, well, they seemed like good kids. Peg    Ah these kids come and go. It ain't worth paying attention to them until they prove they can survive. I just move on and hire some wannabe wiseguys off the street. Niko   Is that simple? Peg    Has to be. I only start paying attention to the screw when they start putting me in an awkward position. Either because they know too much and might rat. Or because they got too much power and they're too smart to get themselves clipped. Ray was nothing to me until he started earning big and sticking his nose in places it didn't belong. Niko   Rats seem to get everywhere you don't want them to be. Peg    Only way you know is by finding their shit all over the place in the morning. Phil's different. He's been my man for a while. Only, how much can I do with a guy who ain't a full Italian? He's 90% Irish. It don't       do too well for the reputation of us Pegorinos having St. Patrick that high up in our organization. You see the respect we're getting out on       the street. Jesus.

<driving - returning to Pegorino's mansion - B>

Peg    My wife, Angie's, gonna love this. She keeps busting my balls about trying to get on the Commission. Ask me why it matters. Women just don't understand this life of ours. Shit, sometimes I wish she'd just run off with some other guy. Leave me in peace. Niko   You can't be serious? Peg    It ain't like she's my only woman. I got a nice little goomah set up in       an apartment in Acter. That little harlot keeps me young, I'll tell you that. Sometimes I feel like I'm having a heart attack with that girl. Niko   Yeah, but a wife is a wife. I guess it's like with my cousin. He puts me in so much shit. Gets us into debt and in some heavy shit with people, but... he's family. I wouldn't have him any other way. Peg    That's some real sweet shit. You're bringing a tear to my eye. Of       course I wouldn't let some guy ball the mother of my children. I'd cut his cock off and shove it down his throat. When I say I wish she'd run off with another guy it's a figure of speech. Niko   Is that it? Peg    No matter how long you're around you ain't gonna speak perfect are you? Niko   I guess not. Lucky I have people like you to teach me when I'm wrong. Peg    Yeah, even if you can't speak right, at least you can shoot straight.

<reach Pegorino's mansion>

Peg    You did good, kid. Kept your head when everyone else was losing theirs. Sometimes literally. We're gonna need your skills again soon. Arrivederci.

<phonecall from Ray - the next day>

Ray    So, Nicky, you and the Peg is getting close I see? Niko   He's got work, he pays. That's about it. Ray    Yeah? Well, remember who made the introduction. Remember who brought you in, don't you forget about me. If you wanted to pass something up       to me... pay me some tribute. Niko   Sorry, Ray. I'm freelance. I don't buy into that tribute stuff. This work has many disadvantages, but, hey, at least it is tax free.

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Roman  Niko, my cousin. Give me some tales of the Liberty City underworld. I'm       curious. Niko   Maybe, if you give me tales of a womanizing, gambling addict. Roman  That's a low blow, NB. Seriously, what're you up to at the moment? Niko   I've been working for Jimmy Pegorino, the head of that Alderney guido family. Roman  Yeah, the head of the family. Is he a big time gangster like in the movies then? Niko   Wants to be. Keeps talking about being powerful, about getting on the Commission with the five big families. I just hope he's got enough power to be able to find Darko Brevic for me. Roman  I hope you will be able to relax when you finally do find him, Niko. Speak soon.

libertypaper@eyefind.info Thanks for the help

Niko, It's an old friend of yours. I just wanted to thank you for your help. My company has been very pleased with your work. Now try to stay out of trouble. A word to the wise, the people you are consorting with in Alderney are fools and they are not to be trusted. I know other people who will help you. From United Liberty Paper Co.

<email - positive reply>

Where is the person I am looking for?

<email - negative reply>

At least the people in Alderney are real. Who the fuck are you? Where is the person I'm looking for?

--- PAYBACK (#jp2) ---

<text message from Pegorino>

You did well last job - come see me. The Boss.

<cutscene - at Pegorino's mansion>

Angie  Hey. [waves toward street] Niko   Uh... who you waving at? Angie  Feds, I think... they always drive past at this time. Niko   Does that worry you? Angie  When you marry a dragon, you gotta expect a few knights are gonna turn up to try to slay him. Jackasses, all of them, all of you. Niko   Nice talking to you. Angie  Whatever. You have fun. Pick a swell guy to kill - hopefully someone with a young family who'll really miss him... [Niko walks in on Anthony sleeping next to the door.] Niko   Hey. [claps] Anthony Hey! Niko   Is Mr. Pegorino around? Anthony Uh, uh... sure, I'll get him. Boss! Peg    Anthony - will you shut up? In fact, will you fuck off? Go on, get outta here. Don't come back 'til you get a brain implant, or something. Anthony I'm sorry... I... I'm so... Peg    Nice to see you, Niko. Niko   You too. Peg    I got a couple of things I want to talk to you about. First up - can you kill this shithead? Niko   Sure. Peg    Second... come in here. Anthony Ahh, fuck. [Niko and Pegorino enter his office.] Peg    So, listen... we gotta bit of a problem with the Pavanos. Niko   Yes, I noticed that at your meeting with them. Peg    The way they look at us, we're bottom feeders! Always have been. We       ain't a real family to them - just a bunch of Guernsey goombas. When things are cool, we're getting fucked. Niko   I'm sorry to hear that. Peg    Ahh, sure. Listen, some of their boys are in town today, gonna collect their piece of an Alderney bookie ring. Word is they're at the Diner in       Acter. Find 'em, and follow them to the meet. You disrupt it, and I'll       let you keep the money, but make sure you hit the Pavanos real hard! Capiche? Niko   Yeah, capiche. Peg    Thank you...

<outside the diner in Acter>

Enemy  I think that guy works for the Pegorinos. God, they must be desperate. Let's lose him on the way to the meet.

<Niko drives after them to AutoEroticar in Leftwood, kills everyone at the meet, and takes the cash.>

<phonecall to Pegorino>

Niko   I got that stuff, Jimmy. Peg    Well done, my boy. I hope you made 'em suffer. Teach 'em that Alderney is Pegorino turf. Was there a nice little haul in it for you? Niko   Alright. Peg    Maybe you'll give me a little taste then. Hand something up the ladder. That's how us Italians been doin' things for centuries. Niko   Good thing I'm not Italian.

--- CATCH THE WAVE (#pb2) ---

<cutscene - at the Honkers strip club>

Phil   Hey Tommy, check this out... seven horse, seven race, Joe Shmoe. [Niko walks in.] Tommy  Hey Phil. Phil   What? Hey, pal... what's going on? Niko   Not too much. How are you? Phil   I'm good. Wanna walk and talk? Niko   Sure. Phil   Tommy, gimme a call if my big buddy calls. Tell him I went out to get some fresh air. Tommy  No problem. [Niko and Phil walk outside the club.] Phil   Ridiculous. I'm a grown man walking around like a chump. I'm sorry about this. Niko   Hey, no problem. Phil   So you're a friend of Ray's? Niko    A friend? No. I do some work for him. Phil   No, I mean a friend. Niko   I don't understand. Whatever you say. He's a slimeball, but he pays... Phil   Sure, pal, sure. Listen to me... the thing about Ray is he's a good earner. He talks a lot of shit, but he's a good earner, capiche? Niko   He's a rat, doing an impression of a man. Phil   That's pretty good. [Who rushes out of the strip club over to Phil.] Who    Phil! Phil! Phil   What, what, what do ya want? Who    It's the boss... said you gotta head down the docks... emergency...        said you'd understand. Phil   Ah shit, it's three days early, Madonna mia, what am I gonna do? Niko   What's the problem? Phil   Niko... I'm gonna have to take a chance with you, pal. Niko   Okay... Phil   C'mon, let's go. [They get into a car.] Phil   Ok listen. There's a truck waiting for us. It's under the overpass off Catskill Avenue, drive us there.

<driving - heading up to Catskill Avenue - A>

Phil   You scan this thing for bugs? Niko   No, but we can be pretty sure it's clean. Chill out. Phil   Alright, alright. It's just that if we get caught on this one, you and me is going down for a long time. And that means that certain people is       gonna assume we'll rat. Which means we'll get whacked. Niko   You're working with the wrong people if you expect 'em to whack you if        you go inside. Where's the trust, Phil? Phil   It's about survival. If someone who knew what I knew got flipped then the whole organization would go down. Whacking someone who catches some heavy time is just an insurance policy. And it don't help that not everyone in the organization is pulling in the same direction. Niko   You mean that someone in the family would see someone else going inside as an opportunity to get ahead? Phil   You're a smart guy. Anyways, excuse me if I wanna be absolutely sure that we got out asses covered. Niko   You're excused. What're we doing? Phil   We're taking a load of product off of some Russians the Ancelottis have been dealing with. You was helping those Irish idiots cause some beef between the Ancelottis and their Albanian muscle a while back. Since that little love affair ended, they've been getting this Russian guy to       supply them with C. We just got the heads up that a shipment has arrived in Liberty City by boat. Niko   That's what the talk about the docks was? Phil   Exactly. We're taking the C off the Russians so they can't deliver it       to the Ancelottis. Niko   Sounds straightforward. We take the coke so that the Russians and the Ancelottis have a falling out. And we make some money in the process by       selling the stuff. Easy. Phil   Shit, you sound like you're saying all this just so it's clear on the wire tap. For the record I don't know what this man is talking about. We're rehearsing a scene for an acting class. I work in waste management. Everything we're saying is fiction, it has no bearing in       the real world. Watch it Niko.

<driving - heading up to Catskill Avenue - B>

Phil   Shit, you seen any choppers? Any birds been in the sky? Niko   I didn't pick you for a helicopter enthusiast. Phil   Fuck you, I ain't. I just keep thinking these choppers is following me, that's all. The Feds are monitoring my every move. I flip out whenever I'm even outside. Niko   Keep your head, things ain't even started yet. What're we doing? Phil   Taking a shipment of coke from some Russians before they can sell it to        the Ancelottis. I'm paranoid because we especially don't wanna get caught on this one. We get caught and everyone will be coming after us. The Feds'll throw away the key, the Russians and the Ancelottis'll know we was fucking them over. Hell, our own family might come after us for fear we'll turn state's. Niko   Hey, this familiarity is getting to me. I'm a 'friend' of Ray's. I'm       part of the 'family'. Shit man, I'm just the hired help. I'm the fucking immigrant maid cleaning up your guys' shit. I ain't part of no       family. I'm an independent contractor. Phil   Sure, sure, I get that. Whatever makes it all make sense in your head. Family's a way of saying we ain't gonna fuck each other... at least that's what it's meant to mean. All I care about is that you're loyal enough to get the jobs done and not turn state's. Niko   I'll get the jobs done if the money is there, and I ain't gonna turn state's. Enough government have let me down in the past. I don't know why I'd trust this one. Phil   That's the attitude. These guys promise you a new life if you screw every person who ever did a kind thing for you. Then, they ship you off to Ohio and get you selling microwaves. There ain't no action and the only cannolis you're gonna see are the ones on TV. It's all internet porn and dreamin' about home, that ain't no life. Niko   Depends how you define life.

Phil   Alright, this is the truck.

<driving - heading to the boatyard on Charge Island - A>

Niko   Why we need this truck? It must be a shit load of coke we're taking? Phil   It should be a lot of sugar, but that ain't the only reason why we're        taking this truck. Some of my boys stole it from the Ancelottis this morning. It's the one the Russians is expecting to come pick up the C.       We should be able to turn up and have 'em load it up for us. Then we       drive away, no questions asked. Niko   I don't know if anyone would give away a load of coke without asking any questions. Even Russian coke runners ain't that stupid. Phil   Yeah, sure, this is just plan A. It's the one Jimmy P worked out. You and me know it ain't gonna work. And that the only way we're gonna be       able to leave that place with the sugar is if all the Russians in there are dead. Niko   So, why don't we use a more subtle approach, not just drive right into the middle of them? Phil   Because these is the orders and we gotta follow them. That's the way things work. You ain't gonna be happy about everything you get told to       do, are ya? Niko   You're the boss, it ain't like I'm working for free. Phil   No, you ain't. I ain't either. That's why we gotta at least try what we're told to do. You're gonna learn that there ain't much in this life that you got control of. Where you're putting yourself in harm's way because that's the way the Skipper wants it done, or you're staying away from your kids because of a stupid court order and a malicious bitch of an ex-wife; there ain't that much control in anything. Niko   I been around long enough to know that there is some things that we        don't have a choice about, but there's other times where you got to        look at something and make a decision for yourself. Phil   Yeah, well, maybe you're right. Maybe you ain't. I dunno.

<driving - heading to the boatyard on Charge Island - B>

Niko   They're gonna let us take the coke with this truck then, are they? Phil   That's the plan. Whether it works or not remains to be seen. You know something? I woulda liked Ray to be on this job instead of me. But there's some things that he ain't trusted with. Niko   I don't think I'd trust him to send me on another job after the shit he        had me doing. Phil   After all of that, you guys didn't even get the diamonds. That wasn't a       successful operation by any way you look at it. I'm hoping that this endeavor is gonna be more fruitful. Niko   For the record, I did everything I was meant to do. The problem was Ray's planning and the amount of people involved. Too many people wanted that ice, no one was ever going to end up with it. Phil   Well a lot of people want to get hold of this merchandise as well. By       your logic that means it's going to end up dissolving into the Humboldt River. I don't want that to happen. Niko   Me neither. Maybe if we want it more than anoyne else, we'll be able to       hang onto it. Phil   It's gonna take more than wanting it real bad. It's gonna take a clear head. Ray's a greedy rat. He wants this stuff more than anyone else, but that don't mean he's gonna get it. He's got his eyes on my       position, the skipper's too, I'm sure. Wanting it and getting it are two different things though. Every move he makes is so obvious, it's       disgusting to see him trying to sleaze his way up the ladder. Niko   His moves might be easy for you to see, but maybe they're working. Maybe he's getting somewhere. He definitely knows a lot of people. Phil   Shit, if anyone does start listening to Ray's shit then I could be in        some trouble. I'm hoping that day don't come.

Phil   This is it, keep a cool head and everything should be fine. [Russian walks up to the passenger window.] Phil   Hey, buddy, we're here to pick up the shipment. Rusky  I don't speak English. Fuck off. Phil   Hey, amigo, let's make this easy. I just wanna give the stuff to my       boss and go home. Rusky  I don't let anyone in here until I get the word. There's something wrong about you. Get out of the truck real slow. Phil   Niko, it looks like we're gonna have to do this the old fashioned way. Shoot these commies.

<Shootout ensues. Niko and Phil make it to the back of the yard.>

Phil   Err, Niko. The stuff's still on those boats. We best get 'em outta here. I'll take the one on the right. You get the one on the left. C'mon, move it, Niko!

Phil   We're heading to the docks in North Holland. Move out.

<following Phil, more boats approach and begin shooting>

Niko   Phil, there's more of these guys coming after us.

<destroy or lose the attacking boats>

Niko   Hey Phil, that's got to be the last of them.

<cutscene - at the North Holland docks>

Phil   You handled yourself real good back there. Kept your head. That's a       valuable trait. Niko   Thank you. Phil   See you later.

--- TRESPASS (#pb3) ---

<cutscene - at the depot in Normandy>

Phil   Did you see a fuckin' helicopter on your way here? Niko   No, I don't think so. Phil   Okay, let's go, c'mon, quick. We gotta head towards Port Tudor. [They get into a car.] Phil   Go to the old factory off of Argus Street.

<driving - heading to the old Sprunk factory - A>

Phil   The fucking Russians have got to Charlie Matteo. They told this top Ancelotti Capo that it was us that took the sugar. Who knows how the fuck they knew. Niko   I didn't tell nobody. Phil   It don't matter. What has to happen is that you gotta take out Chubby Charlie before he choppers it into Algonquin to tell the Commission that we're knocking off the Ancelotti's action. Niko   So, I go into this factory and I ice this Fat Charlie? Phil   That's right, I'm gonna go make a lot of noise so no one thinks I had anything to do with it.

<driving - heading to the old Sprunk factory - B>

Phil   One lesson I've learnt, Niko. Assume everyone knows everything. Somehow, Chubby Charlie Matteo has found out it was us who ripped off the Russian coke. He is about to take a chopper into Algonquin to share that knowledge with the Commission. Niko   You want me to take this fat man out before that happens? Phil   If you don't then it'll be the Pegorinos going to the mattresses with everyone one of the Liberty City families. Not only is we gonna be       looking over our shoulders every two seconds but we ain't gonna be able to earn. Niko   I'll do my best to shut him up then. Phil   Great, I gotta go get noticed so I ain't a suspect.

Phil   Alright, now the way I sees it there's two ways it can go down. You burst in the front and hit them in the face with everything you got. Otherwise you slip around the back, go in through the basement and fuck them up their asses. Niko   Decisions... decisions. Phil   I'll leave it up to you. See you later.

<Niko assaults the factory. He reaches Chubby Charlie on the third floor.>

Charlie Great, Jimmy P sent one of his low rate goons to try and clip me. Good luck, asshole!

<Niko chases Charlie through the fourth floor, then onto the rooftop.>

Charlie Fuck you. Even if you take me out, my chopper pilot's gonna take the message straight to the Commission. Jimmy P is finished. Fucking finished!

<On the highest roof, Charlie grabs onto the incoming helicopter's landing gear.>

Charlie Everyone on the Commission is gonna want Jimmy P clipped after this.

<As Charlie attempts to climb up, Niko guns down the chopper. It falls into the building and explodes.>

<phonecall to Phil>

Niko   You don't need to worry about the fat man singing. He lost his voice. Phil   That's a real shame. How about them Swingers, eh? Great work man, great work.

--- TO LIVE AND DIE IN ALDERNEY (#pb4) ---

<cutscene - at the depot in Normandy>

Phil   Okay, I'll see ya later. Angie  Yeah, okay. I'll see you later. Phil   You take care now. Give me a call. Niko   Hey. Phil   It's not what it looks like... Niko   Okay. Phil   It's not like that. We talk. So do us all a favor and keep quiet. Niko   Sure. But, Phil - and... I don't mean to take advantage, but... maybe I       need help one time. Maybe I can give you a call? Phil   What do you mean? Niko   I mean... I need to find something out about someone. Maybe you can help. Phil   Are you fucking blackmailing me? Niko   No! I'm asking for a favor. Why do you think I put my neck on the line for you? Because I need help with something. Phil   You know, since you don't look like you're full of crap, how could I        say no? Enough of this chit-chat. C'mon, let's go. We're heading back up to that old house off Beaverhead Avenue in Westdyke.

<driving - heading to the abandoned mansion - A>

Phil   It's about time to pick up that H that my nephew's been sitting on. Niko   It's just been sitting there? Phil   Yeah, call it a cooling off period. We took it, but we don't know who was watching it beforehand. Niko   So, you just left it with Frankie? Phil   Yeah, we put it in an isolated place, hopefully any attention it was getting would be noticed. Frankie's one guy, he can disappear real easy if the Feds show. Plus, he's a smart kid. He's related to my ex-wife and she was smart enough to ruin my life with one law suit. Niko   So, it's been long enough. You think we're gonna be okay to pick it up? No trouble? Phil   Look, I don't ever assume something's gonna go down easy, without any trouble. That's what keeps me alive and outta the pen. We'll see when we get there. Niko   As long as we don't see any helicopters, vans, suspicious gardeners talking into earpieces. If none of that's going on then we're okay? Phil   Yeah, you fucking laugh. Laugh all you want.

<driving - heading to the abandoned mansion - B>

Phil   Okay, I had word from Frankie, my nephew. No one's been paying undue attention to the H we took off the Triads. We're gonna go pick it up. Niko   I thought it was a wedding present for your nephew? Phil   He's my nephew through my ex-wife, I might give him work sometimes but I ain't gonna give him this load of horse. He wants anything except a       bit of muscle work he can ask the bitch to take it out of the divorce settlement. Fucking cunt. Niko   You had any more girlfriends since the ex-wife? Phil   If you're getting smart about seeing Angie at my place then you can button it. The two of us is just firends. We talk. We both gotta take a       lot of shit from Jimmy and it helps to speak about it. Niko   I wasn't making no accusations. Phil   Yeah, well, that's something that Ray likes to run his mouth about. Niko   Ray runs his mouth so much that no one pays much attention to what comes out of it. Phil   I believe it. I'd be dead already if Jimmy P listened to anything he'd       said about me. Niko   If only the Feds knew how full of shit most wiseguys were. Then maybe you wouldn't have such problems with people turning state's. Phil   The Feds know that wiseguys run their mouths, they love it. A Fed don't       care if he's taking someone down on a legitimate beef or if it's total bullshit. As long as he can get his face in the newspaper and a blowjob from his wife, he's happy. Fucking Feds.

<at the abandoned mansion>

Phil   There you are. Frankie, you been keeping your eyes open out here? You seen anyone snoopin' around? Frankie I ain't seen a soul, boss. It's a ghost house. [Phil and Frankie open up the garage doors.] Frankie I got the horse loaded into two cars for you. Phil   I dunno, this don't feel right. [Several FIB cars drive up, sirens wailing.] Phil   Shit Frankie, you dumb fuck. The Feds have been watching us all along. Niko, get in that car and follow me.

<driving - following Phil>

Niko   Are you fucking blind? You don't notice the fifty feds watching these cars? I thought Phil was just paranoid. Frankie Gimme a break, man. I got a lot on my mind, you know? I didn't have much time to scope this out. My ma's kinda sick. I been looking after her. And my sister, I been putting her though college. Niko   Shut up, these Feds are all over me. Frankie I'm sorry man. It's just... I only got married the other day. God, I       love that kid. You wanna see a picture? Niko   I don't want to see a fucking picutre. I'm trying to get us out of this situation. Maybe then you can spend time with your wife instead of some jailhouse bitch.

<phonecall from Phil - while following Phil>

Phil   Niko, they're all over us. We're ditching the cars and going on foot. Park up behind me when I stop. Niko   Alright.

Phil   Frankie, Niko, grab the stuff from the trunk and follow me. I got a van we can use. Frankie More fucking bacon, shit.

<NOOSE and police officers arrive on both ends of the alley. They fight their way one block over to an escape van when a helicopter flies in. After dropping the chopper, they get in the van.>

Phil   Niko, that's the van. We gotta get to a safehouse. Shit, I ain't made for this sort of stress. Can we lose the heat already?

<driving - escaping the police>

Frankie Damn, this is a wild ride. I didn't think I was gonna come outta that one. Phil   You're fucking lucky that you did. Lucky any of us did. Frankie Don't I know it, Phil. I shoulda seen 'em. I've been telling Niko I got a lot on my mind. Phil   Next time, mind on the job. This ain't a fucking joke. You got a wife, you got a ma, don't play around with your life. Niko   Don't play around with other people's lives either. I don't want to       take a bullet or a stint in the pen for anyone else's fuck up. Frankie Alright guys, shit. I'm sorry.

<driving - escaping the police - Frankie is dead>

Phil   Frankie, shit, the bastard's dead. This is one more reason for my ex- wife to hate my guts. He was her nephew, man. Niko   He fucked up. Us unloading the H was his call. You don't need to blame yourself. Phil   Ray's gonna be pleased about this. He's been trying to bang Frankie's       wife ever since they got married. Poor girl. She ain't got much hope left now. Niko   Don't think about it. He fucked up today and he paid the price. Admittedly, it was a high one. You and me are here today because we       didn't make the fuckup that Frankie did.

<driving - proceeding to Phil's safehouse>

Phil   Niko, you done good for me. There's been some fucked up shit going on       but you been keeping cool. You're a good earner. I got respect for you. Niko   Hey, let's see if we get back before you start talking like this, shall we? This ain't over until we got the H in a safe place. Phil   You're damn right.

Phil   Nice driving, Niko. We're gonna be able to shift this H for a lot of       money. Might just keep the Pegorino family's head above water. See you around.

--- FLATLINE (#jp3) ---

<cutscene - at Pegorino's mansion>

[Peg walks out the front door pointing a shotgun at Niko.] Peg    Not you as well. Tell me it ain't you as well, you Slavic fuck! Niko   What you talking about? Peg    Speak, you Balkan piece of shit - I'm done with you, done with everyone. I'll go, but I ain't going quietly! Niko   Mr. Pegorino, I don't know what you're talking about. I came as quickly as I could. Peg    Fucking Anthony! Niko   What about Anthony? Peg    He was wearing a fucking wire! Niko   That is a problem. Peg    My personal bodyguard wearing a wire! I raised that kid like he was my       own. I beat him like he was my own son! When my son killed himself, Anthony became my son. Now this? The world is a cunt! Niko   Where is Anthony? Peg    I heard he's wearing a wire, so I freak out... I call him up... he's       such a moron, he leaves his cell phone on, so we speak. After he's gone state's of course... I mean, Jesus, what a chump. He freaks out on the phone, and I put the fear of God in him. I think maybe I've talked him out of it... then he has a Goddamn heart attack on the phone. I'm       thinking problem solved - he's dying right in front of my ears. But the asshole lived and now he's in the Leftwood hospital under heavy guard. Niko   Okay, okay. Peg    Of course, he's got you on the fuckin' tape too. Niko   Of course. Peg    So you'll do this for me? Niko   So you want me to talk to him? Peg    I want you to whack him. And after that I want you to kill all the other rats I surround myself with... Niko   Okay, okay. Don't worry.

<Niko enters the hospital, steals some doctor's scrubs, and gets to Anthony's room.>

LCPD   He's not looking too good, Doc. Niko   I need a little doctor patient confidentiality. LCPD   You can have one minute. Anthony Boss... Peg, is that you? I'm sorry. I'm sorry. Shit, Niko. You here to       see the boss? He's just this way. Wait, isn't the boss in jail? What're       you here for? Oh shit, I didn't have a choice. They was gonna put me       away for some hard time. I never thought it'd be me that turned rat.

Niko   Go to sleep, Anthony. You look tired. Anthony Tell Peg I'm sorry.

<phonecall to Pegorino - after escaping>

Niko   I don't think you will be seeing Anthony on the witness stand. Peg    I better not be seeing you up there neither. Or anybody else I know for that matter. Fucking feds. Turning everybody into rats. See ya round, Niko.

--- PEST CONTROL... (#jp4) ---

<text message from Ray>

Nicky boy, the Peg wants to see us at his house. You talk me up. I'll talk you up. Stick together. Remember you owe me. Ciao.

<cutscene - at Pegorino's mansion>

Phil   The problem with this guy is, I can't even think straight, he's always talkin'. Ray    Slow down Phil you take everything too personal. Peg    There he is. Welcome to the war council, my boy. Niko   Gentlemen. What's going on? Peg    Nothing... discussing pest control. Phil   Well, I've given you my advice, Peg, you do what you think is best. Ray    I agree. Peg    Finally! Ray    I mean I don't agree with what he says - I agree that you know best... Phil   Excuse me... Ray    Relax... I didn't mean nothing by it. Look either we make the right call or we all end up in prison anyway, where your crap ain't gonna do       me no favors. Phil   Be careful - I'll se you later. Boss, gentlemen. Ray    You're only an associate Phil remember that. Phil   Yeah, yeah. Okay tough guy. [Phil leaves.] Ray    Boss - I gotta tell you this... he's not straight. Right before he came in here I saw him talking to Angie again. Peg    You better leave. Eh, I need to speak to Niko. Ray    Sure, boss. But uh... think about what I said. Peg    I will. Ray    Ya know? Peg    Trust me on that. [Ray leaves.] Peg    We got real problems. Police are all over us. Maybe you heard. I got served papers today. Phil yesterday. We got a couple of boys in jail...       I think they might squeal! Somebody's talking - wants us out of the picture... maybe Jon Gravelli... or them Ancelottis. Somebody got to my       people! Niko   So, what are you going to do about it? Peg    I don't know... I gotta shut someone up, and show people I mean business. I've known Phil a long time - he's straight more or less...       I know him and Angie are friends, but that don't worry me too much. Maybe he's too straight. Then there's Ray... I don't know, I don't       trust him... but he's a good earner. I know he's got his eye on the big prize... but he's no dummy. Him and Phil hate each other... I gotta think about it. Niko   Okay. Peg    I'll give you a call... whoever I say to go see, go see 'em. And shut 'em up!

--- ... PEST CONTROL (#jp5) ---

<phonecall from Pegorno>

Peg    Niko, I've been thinking about it and I want you to pay our friend Ray a visit. Give him a message from me. He's at a sit down on Cod Row in       East Holland. Niko   If that's your decision, Mr. Pegorino, it's done.

<phonecall to Pegorino - on Vauxite Street>

Niko   I see his car. Peg    He should be heading over to a chop shop in BOABO. Don't get too comfortable with him, Niko. Like every rat, he's a survivor, he's got good instincts. He has a bad feeling about you in particular. He bought some protection and he ain't gonna hang around and wait for "you know       what" to happen. Then again, I'll get his chump muscle to stop for gas on the way. It might create a good opportunity for you.

<phonecall to Pegorino - once Ray and his bodyguards are dead>

Niko   The meeting went to plan, Mr. Pegorino. Peg    Cleaning house is a tough job, Bellic. I don't got much left in mine, it's so clean. I'll talk to you soon.

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Niko   Roman, good to speak to you. I needed to talk to a friend. Roman  Why, what's wrong? Niko   I think it's my conscience. I don't know. Roman  Your conscience? Have you killed too many people, Niko? Niko   Perhaps. That man who I worked for, Ray Boccino. I was asked to kill him and I did. He was a cockroach - a pest. But I don't know how long I       can keep on dealing in death. Roman  It must be difficult, Niko. Maybe there is another path to take. A less violent one. I'll speak to you soon, okay?

--- HATING THE HATERS (#bc1) ---

<phonecall from an unknown caller>

Bernie This is a voice from your past Niko. Can you guess who it is? Niko   Florian? Bernie That's not my name. Niko   Bernie, what can I do for you? Bernie I need you to come around to my place Niko. Please, come soon.

<cutscene - at Bernie's place>

Niko   Florian, open the door. [translated] Don't be a fag. Bernie [translated] Speak English. And I told you, it's Bernie. Niko   Then Bernie, open the door. What's going on? [Florian lets Niko in and quickly closes the door behind him.] Bernie Come in, come in. The haters are trying to kill me... I can't stand it. I won't stand it... it's not fair. I'm just being me! Niko   Bernie! What are you talking about? Bernie I came to this country to be myself... to get away from small-minded, angry macho pricks... Niko   Oh, like me? Bernie Yes! Well, no. Well you know what I mean. It was hardly the most progressive place. How does my hair look? Niko   Fine. Bernie I put a rinse in. Tawdry Night. Niko   Nice. Bernie Bryce found some gray hairs. If he leaves me, I'll kill myself. Niko   Forget about your hair, Florian. Bernie Bernie! Niko   I mean Bernie. What's the problem? Bernie Someone is threatening to kill me. Every time I go out jogging, and doing aerobics or playing ultimate disc, some guy comes up and threatens me. He's loco! Niko   Why is he threatening you? Bernie Because... I think just because I'm fabulous. Niko   What? Bernie I keep thinking I'm being followed, and I don't know why. I'm a       prisoner in my own home. Niko   Okay, Bernie, let's go out and have a look. Bernie Ooo! I am so glad you've come back into my life. Niko   That's cool. But listen... you and I don't know each other. Bernie How can you say that? I thought you were different! Niko   Because we want this guy to attack you. Come on. Bernie Oh!

Bernie The haters are in Middle Park, hon.

<driving - heading over to Middle Park - A>

Bernie Niko, you're sitll in great shape. You work out? Niko   Not really. I keep active, you know. Bernie Is there a name for that fitness plan? I'd take a class if I could be       guaranteed buns like yours. Niko   It's called getting chased by the cops and being errand boy for the mob. Bernie Ahhh.

<driving - heading over to Middle Park - B>

Bernie I wish people would just accept me for who I am, you know, the good and the bad? Niko   I think I know how to make this guy accept you. Bernie I knew you were the right person to call. Mr. Macho is making me gray and flabby. He better regret it. Niko   He will.

<at Middle Park>

Bernie Let's get our heart rates up, Niko. Remember to hang back, I need to       charm him out.

<Niko follows Bernie through the park from a distance. The hater waits from behind a wall, then nails Bernie with a bat.>

Hater  I'm about done with you, homo. Bernie Ahhhhh! Ahh! Urgh. Niko   Why don't you pick on someone who'll fight back? Hater  What's your problem? Fag lover. Niko   Whatever you say, buddy. Unfortunately, for hitting my friend, I'm       going to kick the shit out of you.

<The hater jacks a moped and Niko follows suit, chasing him around the park. They eventually circle around to where Berine is.>

Bernie Scooch up Niko. Bernie is riding shotgun.

<driving - chasing the hater - A>

Bernie Get him, Niko. I want him to suffer for every gray hair and worry line. I can't believe that Bryce hasn't ended things already. I'm disgusting. I've gotten fat and ugly, Niko. You should have seen me when I first got here. Niko   I knew you before you got here. Bernie That was Florian... urgh. Bernie was beautiful when he arrived on the scene. Dancing in Hercules with my shirt off- every eye in the room was on me. I could have had anyone. Now I'm a monster - an old, wrinkly, gray monster. Niko   The man we chase is a monster, not you. Bernie Niko Bellic, that is the sweetest thing you have ever said to me. I       think I'm going to cry. Niko   Hold back the tears, Florian. Wait until we get this guy.

<driving - chasing the hater - B>

Bernie Catch him Niko. This man has haunted my dreams for weeks. Niko   I'll do my best. Bernie They don't call it beauty sleep for nothing. I'll tell you, I don't       look fabulous when I'm waking up with cold sweats at all hours of the night. No siree, you think I look like this when I get up in the morning? Niko   I don't know. Bernie It takes hours of plucking and buffing before I can even bear to look at myself. Sometimes I think it's a godsend that Bryce has to go back to his wife for the night instead of sleeping with me. Niko   Let's just get this guy. Bernie Okay... okay. Get him.

Bernie I'm not dressed for jail! We need to get out of here.

<outside Perseus in The Exchange>

Niko   He's not going to attack you again. Bernie No he ain't. You're an absolute sweetie Niko Bellic. I never would have thought it. See you soon, my wonderful man.

--- UNION DRIVE (#bc2) ---

<cutscene - at Bernie's place>

Bernie [to phone] Come on, Bryce... come on. You've got to be kidding me. But I'll be thrown in jail! I'm not legal! [Niko enters and clears throat.] Bernie [to phone] My friend has just turned up. I think he can help. I love you! Screw your wife, honey... this is for real! [to Niko] Jesus H,       Niko. I need a tranquilizer. Something strong... oh man, I am cooked. Niko   Enjoying your new life in the land of opportunity, then? Bernie This is no time for jokes, buddy! Uh uh... no siree... I'm in real trouble, Niko. Real trouble. Bryce is getting blackmailed. Niko   About what? Bernie About me! Niko   Okay... that's not good. Did he find out any information about Darko Brevic yet? Bernie No. But he's working on it. You've got to help me. Niko   Got to? How? Bernie We're going to warn these bastards off. Come on.

Bernie Go get us a car, sweetie. I want something big and awful and intimidating. Alright hon? The meet is on Walnut Way in Northwood.

<driving - heading to the meet - A>

Bernie You know, I don't think I've ever been north of Middle Park. This is       exciting. They don't know what they're in for. No way. Nothing stands in the way of love. Love is strong enough to rip down mountains and throw trucks and all that stuff. Am I right? We're going ot show them. Niko   Who's blackmailing you? Bernie We don't know. They won't even meet us themselves. This is just some flunky they're sending. We have to tell them to tell the boss we won't       be pushed around, no way.

<driving - heading to the meet - B>

Bernie Yuk, I can't even imagine where that is, I hope you know. Niko   I can find it. Bernie Have I told you about the first time I met Bryce? It was a foam party at Hercules. I was high on X and youth and beauty and I was dancing like I've never danced before. I was slave to the beat, and a god on       the floor. Niko   Sure. Bernie Then it happened, out of nowhere I was struck. I was his face through the bubbles and I knew. Every beautfiul boy in Algonquin was there that night but he was the only one for me. I thought to myself "That middle       aged, closeted, married, self-hating hypocrite, he's the man of my        dreams." That's what people are trying to take away. That's love.

<cutscene - off Walnut Way>

Rusky  Where's Bryce? We wanted to speak to him, not his rent boys. Niko   Listen, you're going to speak to your boss and tell him to back off. Rusky  If that's the way you want to play it, fine. Bryce'll be all over Weazel News tomorrow morning. Niko   You know what? Maybe the best way to get the message to your boss is       for me to send him your heart. Bernie Yeah, tough guy. How'd you like that? Rusky  Dimitri Rascalov only asks once. Your lover's career is over. [The Russians drive off.] Niko   Fucking Dimitri.

<driving - chasing the Russians - A>

Bernie Do they know what they're doing here? What right do they have to       jeapordize Bryce's career, our relationship, the whole life we have built together. Niko   What about the life Bryce built with his wife? Bernie That bitch. She's just in it for the status. She doesn't love Bryce like I do. All shee sees in Brycie is mink coats and dinner party invitations. What he and I have is real. You know. You can feel it deep down inside. He may be a nasty hypocrite, but he's mine. Now, come on. Get them. Niko   Can you please shut up until this is done.

<driving - chasing the Russians - B>

Bernie Who's this Dimitri pig? Niko   A man I met when I first arrived in Liberty City. After Darko Brevic, Dimitri is at the top of my list. Bernie Sweetie, this is a list I would never want to be on. Again, I mean. Niko   He betrayed his best friend and used me to do it. Then he stabbed me in       the back. Bernie Is that what you have to do to make the list? Niko   No, he came after Roman. Destroyed the home and business he had worked hard to make. We're getting these guys. Bernie There you are. Niko   Bernie, please. Can you be quiet until this is over.

<They chase the Russians to Castle Garden City, where they crash into a park.>

Niko   Stay here, Bernie. I'm going to handle this.

Bernie Thank you. Niko   Alright. The guys are dead. I'll take you back to your place.

<driving - returning to Bernie's place>

Niko   So, we were just meant to scare them? Well, that didn't work out so       good, did it? At least they can't tell Dimitri about the meeting or go       to the papers. Dimitri is too much of a rat to go to the media himself. The information he has on Bryce is too valuable. Bernie You think? It would kill Bryce if he didn't have his career. Niko   Maybe he should have thought about that when he started dating you. Not that there's anything wrong with dating you... Your choice is your choice, man. But he should have thought about who he really was before getting elected on a family values ticket. He preaches homosexuality is       evil. It's insanity! He's a hypocrite and it was only a matter of time before someone like Dimitri tried to capitalize. Shit, I'll shut up       now. You don't need me telling you about your life. I don't normally talk this much. I'm your friend, and I will try to help.

<at Bernie's place>

Niko   Here we are. Look after yourself, yeah? I hope Dimitri and his people back off now. Bernie Thank you so much, Niko. I'll speak to you soon.

<phonecall from Dimitri - later on>

Dimitri Niko Bellic. Niko   What do you want, Dimitri. Dimitri I always thought that there was something not quite right about you, Niko. Now that I hear you are friends with Bryce Dawkins and Bernie Crane, I know what it is. Niko   Stop blackmailing my friends, Dimitri. You do not want to anger me       more. Dimitri Persuade them to give up the contracts. We can work together. I will cut you in Niko. Let's be friends. Niko   I made the mistake of working with you before. It's not one I'll       repeat. Goodbye.

--- BUOYS AHOY (#bc3) ---

<text message from Bernie>

Niko, I'm having a panic attack!! :( Meet me at Pier 45. Luv Bernie. Xxx

<cutscene - on the docks of Pier 45>

Bernie Yoohoo! Niko   Bernie, what's wrong? Bernie Nothing sweetie. Oh, my god. You were the lucky one. Niko   What? Bernie [grabs Niko's face] You could slice cheese on those puppies. I must be       the only Slav without cheekbones. I'm thinking of getting implants. Niko   But you sounded hysterical. Bernie Oh, sometimes, I can't bear to be alone. I'm so glad you've come back into my life, even if you did try to kill me. I'm so excited! Niko   What are we doing here? Bernie We're going to have fun! Niko   Fun? Bernie Yes. It's a four letter word, I know, but we can still try. Niko   Look! More people want me dead than alive. I'm working for the Mafia. The police and a government agency are both on my case. I kill and steal to scrape together a living so that my cousin can fritter it away online and pay off debts... and all the while? People are trying to       kill us! What is fun? Bernie Honey... you... are stressed. Niko   Goodbye, Florian. Bernie No! No! No! No! No you don't, Niko. I need you. I need you to come on       this boat trip with me. I need to talk to someone who truly knows me. Niko   When I knew you you were training to be a sheperd. And you wanted to be       a professional wrestler. Actually, maybe it does all make sense. Bernie You understand me. Both of me! Come on. Bryce accidentally left the keys on purpose somewhere I could steal them. You drive, I'll work on       my tan. My midriff is really pale. Niko   Alright, let's have... fun.

Bernie Go toward the headland, that's where the best rays are going to be.

<driving - taking Bernie to the coast off Firefly Island - A>

Bernie Niko, my life is in turmoil. Bryce is pulling his hair out over this blackmail thing. His wife is getting on his back about yours truly - I       thinks he suspects. It's a nightmare. Niko   I don't know how else I can help you. Look how long it took me to find you. Bernie I know, sweetie, let's forget about him and have some F-U-N!

<driving - taking Bernie to the coast off Firefly Island - B>

Bernie Do you want to go to a musical later? There are some great things playing on Burlesque at the moment. Niko   Musicals aren't really my thing, Bernie. You should go with Bryce. Bernie Bryce would never be seen with me at a play. People would ask questions. I get all the stress of having a man but none of the perks. That's my tragedy.

<at the coast off Firefly Island>

Bernie Perfect, sweetie. Let's stop.

<cutscene - Bernie looking around through binoculars>

Bernie Ahoy, sailor. Cute guys off the starport brow! Mmmm. Scratch that, not so cute. [translated] Ugly Russians. Niko   Let me see. They don't look like they're on a pleasure cruise. [The Russians drive past, firing at Niko and Bernie.] Rusky  Do not be fucking with Dimitri Rascalov. Niko   We're getting these scum.

<driving - chasing the Russians - A>

Bernie Bryce's wife is going to freak out about his boat. This was meant to be       our fun day, Niko. Why does everything that's meant to be fun have to       be so miserable? Niko   I don't know. We just got to get these guys or they'll come back. I       told you that there was no time for this. People are after me and I       have to stay alert. You, Bernie, are in this too. You have to keep your eyes open. Bernie They're wide open, sweetie, I'm focused. One hundred percent. Let's get 'em.

<driving - chasing the Russians - B>

Bernie Haters, haters, haters. This city is full of haters, Niko. I just don't       get it. I came here because it was meant to be the most progressive city in the world. But it just isn't. Why don't I just up and leave for San Fierro. They'd understand me there. Niko   You don't go because Bryce is here. Bernie Bryce could come to San Fierro. He could even be himself there. Get himself elected for who he really is.

<Niko chases them up to the coast of Steinway, where the Russians disembark and hide in the graveyard.>

Bernie They're making a run for it, the land lubbers. I'll watch the boat. Make 'em suffer.

<Niko hunts them down, then returns to Bernie.>

Bernie Our noble hero returns from battle. Niko   They're not a problem anymore. Bernie Niko, you are my knight in shining armor. Thank you. I'm sorry our fun day wasn't so very much fun. See you soon. Niko   See you.

<phonecall from Bernie - later on>

Niko   What's up, Bernie? Bernie I wanted to give you something to say thank you from me and Bryce. Well he doesn't know I'm giving you this but he gave it to me so it's       technically from him. Niko   What is it? Bernie His car... enjoy. I only power walk or take cabs so I figured I should pass this on to my savior. Niko   Thanks, man. I appreciate that. Bernie Don't mention it. What we've got is worth more than money.

<getting in Bryce's Infernus>

Niko   Thank you, Bryce Dawkins. I hope the cash for this didn't come out of       city funds.

--- ENTOURAGE (#jg1) ---

<phonecall from ULP>

ULP    Bellic, I want to introduce you to Jon Gravelli, head of the Gambetti family. He needs help. Niko   I'm already working for a Mafia family. They are scum. ULP    The Pegorinos? They're not a family. Gravelli is the only man who can get what you need done. He's in Schottler Medical center. Tell him you were sent by a mutual friend. He's expecting you.

<cutscene - in a room of Schottler Medical Center>

Niko   I'm here to see Mr. Gravelli. I was sent by a mutual friend. Guy    C'mon. [to Gravelli] Uh, someone here to see you. Here. Jon    So you're the one who's getting involved with that nonsense for my...        dear friend James Pegorino. Niko   I don't know what the... Jon    Spare me, please, I'm an old man. I ain't got much time left. Our mutual friend told me everything. Thank you. It made me laugh... Niko   My pleasure. Jon    People are so damn vain. Niko   Some people. Jon    All people. Even you, even me, an old man facing the end... and I still care, care how I look, care that when I shit myself, the pretty nurse has to clean it up... It's ridiculous. Niko   Yeah, well uh... you know... Jon    And I care about my legacy. I've worked hard for this, this line of       work. Now, some Russian assholes think they can march in and take control of rackets my family has run for fifty years. Niko   You mean fifty years of you bleeding the city dry might finally come to        an end? Jon    I know, it's a terrible tragedy. But if it wasn't me, it would just be       someone else. So it might as well be me. Niko   Yes. Jon    Let me tell you - that faggot friend of yours, Bernie Crane? His boyfriend... he's being blackmailed. By them damn Russians. They want him to put certain contracts up for tender, windows, bus lines, cleaning. Ones we control. These Russian fucking bastards are trying to       finish us. Niko   What do you want me to do about it? Jon    I want you to work with me. Niko   In exchange for what? Jon    The police have a file on you an inch thick... in exchange for that... in exchange for that guy you've been asking about being brought here from wherever it is he's hiding, Switzerland or some shit. Niko   Okay. Good. What do you want me to do? Jon    A good friend of mine is coming into town to give a speech on the new threat to Liberty City - Russian organized crime. I got a feeling some people ain't gonna want that speech to happen. Maybe the guy you love, this Dimitri Rascalov, has an interest in keeping this story out of the press. Make sure our boy gets to City Hall. He's coming in from upstate. He'll be at Grand Easton Terminal on Bismarck. Thank you.

<cutscene - at Grand Easton Terminal>

Niko   You guys waiting for me? Suit   Niko Bellic, right? Niko   Yeah, that's me. Suit   Stay in convoy with us all the way to City Hall, alright? Niko   Sure.

<driving - keeping with the convoy on the way to City Hall - A>

Bobby  [to phone] Jon. How are you?... Of course. I'm coming to see you as       soon as I've delivered the speech... Don't say that, Jon. You'll be       feeling like a teenager again in no time... Those are the wonders of       modern medicine... I'm going to bring up everything we discussed. When I'm done at the podium, Mayor Ochoa is going to be dedicating half his annual budget to cleaning this problem up. He doesn't want to start getting reckless with the lives of Liberty City voters... No Jon, if       it's your problem, it's my problem as well... Take a deep breath, Jon... I'll talk to you later. [The convoy comes across a road block.] Bobby  Driver, why is this road closed? Is there a problem?

<driving - keeping with the convoy on the way to City Hall - B>

Bobby  [to phone] Jon. It's great to be back in Liberty City. I feel safe here when I know I've got your people looking out for me... Well, we both watch out for one another then. We wouldn't survive in this shitty world if we didn't... Jon, you sound terrible... Don't worry about me. You should be putting all your energy into getting better... The speech is fine, Jon. Before Mayor Ochoa knows it, half the LCPD will be       learning Russian and patrolling Hove Beach... Don't mention it...        Alright Jon, I'll come see you after the speech... Yeah, all the best.

<cutscene - convoy turns and stops at another road block>

Suit   Another road block, this definitely wasn't mentioned in the traffic report. I'm gonna go and move the barriers. [After he gets out, a construction worker shoots him. Russians begin firing and the suits get out to fight back.] Niko   Come on, Mr. Jefferson. Let's get out of here.

Bobby  They won't stop at anything, these people. If I get out of this, punks like Dimitri Rascalov are going to wish they never got off the boat here.

<after eliminating the attackers>

Bobby  You've got to get us to the Civic Citadel.

<more Russians pursue by car>

Niko   You are quite a popular man, Mr. Jefferson.

<driving - getting to the Civic Citadel, after killing the pursuers - A>

Bobby  That was a mistake they didn't want to make. If you're going to try to       take out a politician, you better take him out for sure. Niko   Thanks for the advice. Bobby  American gangsters like Jon Gravelli understand the way life works, they get the limits of their power. In Europe the politicians are as       crooked as the gangsters. They don't understand that things are different here. Niko   Yeah, sure. You are as clean as the driven snow. I'll explain that important cultural difference to one of these Russian gangsters if our paths cross.

<driving - getting to the Civic Citadel, after killing the pursuers - B>

Bobby  This country is falling apart. There's no law anymore. Jesus. Niko   That's what happens when you try taking control out of the hands of        people like Jon Gravelli, I guess. Bobby  That's when the people from abroad smell weakness. They come to this country and think that it's for the taking. Niko   Isn't that the famous American dream? Bobby  The American dream's a fairy tale. It was never meant to be taken literally.

<cutscene - at the Civic Citadel>

Bobby  I don't know who you are, but you got me here. Goes to show, some immigrants have the best interest of the country in their hearts. I'll       tell Jon you did well.

<phonecall to Jon Gravelli>

Niko   Mr. Gravelli. I took that friend of yours to City Hall. He should be       giving his speech any minute. Jon    You did good. Heard you had some trouble along the way. You can always rely on those Russians to try something. How are we supposed to compete with these immigrant criminals when they want it so bad? Niko   You're working with me, aren't you Mr. Gravelli? See you later.

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Niko   Roman, how are you? Roman  Fantastic cousin. Mallorie is going to make me the happiest groom on       Earth. How are you? Niko   Good, I feel like I am getting close. I have been working for Jon Gravelli. Roman  Jon Gravelli? The head of the Gambetti crime family. Shit, Niko. This man is very dangerous. Niko   This man is nearly dead, cousin. He knows the government anget that Michelle forced me to work for. They say that they will give me Darko. You don't know how long I have waited for this, Roman. It is nearly over. Roman  Don't get ahead of yourself, Niko. Be careful around these men. Talk to       you soon.

--- DINING OUT (#jg2) ---

<cutscene - in a room of Schottler Medical Center>

Guy    Whoa, whoa, whoa. [holding Niko back for a moment] Jon    Aaah, Niko... good to see you. Niko   You too. How are you, Mr. Gravelli? Jon    Good, good. I was just speaking to our mutual friend about you. He said how efficient you were... I like that. Then he mentioned something about a Darko Brevic. Niko   What? He did? Jon    Yeah... he's located the guy. It seems he wasn't in Switzerland at all, but in Bucharest. He'll be here soon. Niko   Good, good... Jon    And it seems your Russian friends are getting the message. Some of       them... Niko   Oh... okay. So? Jon    I think it's our turn to do a favor for that mutual friend of ours. Seems some Korean has come into the country and... [whispering] and is       selling money at a discount. You don't need me to tell you that it's       all fugazi. Faker than a pair of Vinewood tits. Niko   [laughing] That's good... Jon    Listen, I need you to deal with this. Eliminate the guy. What he's       doing is no good for the economy, and no good for patriots like you and me. Niko   So who is he? Jon    His name is Kim Young-Guk. He'll be very well protected. He eats at Mr. Fuk. Fuck. [coughing] Niko   Mr. Gravelli, are you alright? Jon    Yeah, yeah, I'm fine... wh-wait... what was I saying? Niko   Kim Young-GUk, he eats at? Jon    Yeah right, right right... he... he eats at a restaurant called Mr. Fuk's Rice Box. Yeah, in Alderney City. [coughing] Niko   Don't worry, I'll take care of it.

<call from Brucie - on the way to the restaurant>

Brucie Niko, it's Brucie baby. How about you and me do some serious carb loading bro? Niko   Shit man, I can't. I'm already on my way to a Korean place.

<cutscene - at the restaurant>

Niko   Where is Kim? Guy    He's upstairs speaking with the manager. They don't want to see nobody though. Niko   Kim and I are old friends. Guy    Kim got a lot of money. He don't need no friends. Get lost.

<Niko fights through several guards to reach the manager's office.>

Niko   Where is Kim? Manager Kim's not here. He left a long time ago. You best go look somewhere else.

Niko   If you play stupid you're not going to live very long. Where's Kim? Manager He heard you come. He run out back through the kitchen.

<Niko cuts down a few more enemies and reaches the kitchen, where Kim takes off out the back.>

Kim    Weren't you the one who help me get into this country?

<phonecall to Jon Gravelli - after killing Kim>

Jon    Tell me that Kim Young-Guk isn't devaluing our precious currency anymore? Niko   He's passed his last false bill, Mr. Gravelli. Jon    Well done, my boy. This is going to be a fruitful partnership for us       both.

--- LIQUIDIZE THE ASSETS (#jg3) ---

<cutscene - in a room of Schottler Medical Center>

ULP    It's all about problems and solutions, you know that... Jon    Ah, Niko! Of course, you guys already know each other... ULP    Niko. Good to see you. Niko   Interesting friendships you both keep. Jon    Yeah... very interesting. The mayor will be here in a minute, and I       have two senators dropping by later. Everyone wants to pay homage to a       dying legend, everyone wants the glamor of a bygone age... Everyone. Now did you hear what I said? ULP    Yeah, I heard what you said. Jon    Niko, our friend here is telling me that the Ancelottis are in league with the Russians. Ancelottis! I know these guys seventy-three years. In 1972, I should have killed his uncle... but I spared him, and this is how he repays me? Unbelievable! And now he's dealing drugs with Ivan the Goddamn Terrible... ULP    So what we're saying is this is a matter of security. National. Normally, I don't care about cocaine, keeps controllable people in       power, but this is no good. Niko   Alright, what's my role in this? ULP    The distribution network is a fleet of vans parked at a grocery warehouse in Alderney City. The product is placed into the frames of       the vans, ready to be moved all over the country. Destroy everything. Whatever it takes. Niko   And for me? ULP    For you? I've got a real gift for you. Get this done. Then we'll talk.

<Niko assaults the warehouse and destroys all the vans.>

<phonecall to Gravelli>

Niko   I have put your competitors out of business. Jon    You've given a dying man a few minutes of happiness, Niko. I'm pleased to be helping you out with this thing you need. We'll speak again when Darko Brevic is in the country.

--- THAT SPECIAL SOMEONE (#rb12) ---

<phonecall from ULP>

ULP    Bellic, I have your man. He's been flown in. We're going to drop him in       the airport cargo area for you. Niko   No more jobs, is that it? Am I out? ULP    You're out. You've done good things for us and we are grateful. That said, I've given you a lot of protection. From here in, you're alone. Goodbye.

<phonecall to Roman>

Niko   Roman, they've brought Darko Brevic into the country for me. This is       almost over. I'm going to finish it. Roman  Niko, you can't do this alone. I'm coming with you. Come collect me       from Firefly Island. Niko   Alright, wait there for me.

<on a sidewalk in Firefly Island>

Roman  Cousin, there you are. Niko   They are bringing him to the cargo bay at Francis International. I do       not want to be late after I have waited so long.

<driving - heading to the cargo bay - A>

Roman  Well, this is the big moment - what you have been waiting for for so        long. I hope you will not be disappointed. Niko   Disappointment is not a consideration. I have not been the same man since the day that Darko betrayed us. Since I saw those things. Roman  You lost a lot of friends that day, Niko. We both did. Niko   In some way, our friends from the village were lucky. I lost myself that day too. Everything that was good and innocent in me died along with them. If I could live those hours again, I think I would have preferred to be buried in the pit along with everyone else. This is all that is left of me. What am I good at, Roman? What is my trade? I deal in death because that is all that is open to me. Roman  I will tell you what you are good at, Niko. You are a good cousin and a       good friend. You still have integrity. No matter what you say there is       still humanity in you. You still have the power to be good. It's       important that you believe that. Niko   Maybe I will start to believe it when Darko is dead. That might give me       some perspective. Roman  This killing must stop sometime, Niko. Once this is done, then you must begin to forgive. Think about your future instead of the horrible things that have happened to you, to us, to all of us, in the past. Niko   After this is done, then we can talk about forgiveness and redemption. Now is not the time for such conversation.

<driving - heading to the cargo bay - B>

Roman  Darko Brevic, here in Liberty City. You have worked hard to make this happen. Niko   Every moment since our friends from the village were killed, I have worked to find out who it was that betrayed us. And when I knew, everything I've done has been to find that person. Roman  I know, Niko. Niko   It was weeks after the massacre that I realized that we must have been given up by someone in our group... by someone from our own village. I       had to go back to the pit where the bodies were dumped. I had to count the ripe corpses and see who was missing. Roman  Niko, I know. Niko   That wasn't something the old me could have done, but losing those friends, seeing them cut down in their prime, it hardedned me, it made me cold. Roman  I know it did, Niko. But that was a long time ago. I'm not saying that Darko should be forgiven - it is not our place to do that. But the Darko you are going to meet might be very different from the one who led our friends to their death. Niko   He will be enough of that man to justify what I have to do to him. Be       assured of that, cousin.

Niko   This is it. This is where it all ends.

<cutscene - at the cargo bay, a van drives up and tosses Darko on the ground>

Niko   You remember me? Darko  [translated] Leave me alone. I don't know you. I don't know you. Niko   Yes you do. I'm the one... who survived. Darko  Niko... hello. Niko   [translated] Just tell me why. Darko  [translated] Why? Niko   [translated] We were friends. We were all friends. We all grew up       together... Dmitar, Dragan, Goran, Mijo... should I go on and name them all? Darko  We were friends, but I had other friends. Friends that Goran and his guys killed. My fucking neighbors! Because of what? Because of shit. Lies. Fucking lies. Niko   So that makes it okay. To stab your friends in the back? Darko  When everything you believe is shown to be shit, you make strange choices, I guess. Niko   Fuck you! Strange choices? How much? Darko  [laughing] A thousand. Niko   You killed my friends for one thousand dollars? Darko  How much do you charge to kill someone? Niko   You ruined me, you fuck! Darko  I needed the money... I had problems. Niko   You're a fucking junkie. Darko  Kill me, then! You fucking hypocrite. Trust me, you'll be doing me a       favor. Roman  Niko - come on, let's go. Let him suffer... he knows what he did. He       doesn't look like he enjoys life too much. Come on.

Darko  Thank you. [Niko empties a pistol magazine into Darko.] Niko   You piece of shit. That was for everyone. That was for me. Roman  Okay, Niko. It's over. It's all over now. Leave him there. We should go       before anyone turns up.

Roman  Will you take me over to Brucie's house?

<driving - taking Roman to Brucie's place - Darko is dead>

Roman  There you go, you got your revenge. How does it feel? Niko   I don't know how it feels. I'm trying to take it all in. Roman  This is the moment you've been waiting for for so long, Niko. What do       you mean you don't know how you feel? Niko   I mean I don't know. I feel empty, okay? I feel empty. Roman  That's something, at least. Niko   No Roman, it's nothing. The emptiness is what I was trying to get rid of by finding Darko. I've been empty ever since that day. I thought that revenge, that killing Darko, might fill me up a bit. It might give me some substance. Roman  And it hasn't? Niko    No, it hasn't. Does that make you happy? Roman  Of course it doesn't make me happy but maybe this is good for you. Maybe now that you know that revenge is not what you were after you can look for fulfillment in other places. Healthy ones. Niko   Maybe... maybe, I don't know.

<driving - taking Roman to Brucie's place - Darko is spared>

Roman  You did the right thing, Niko. It is not often that a man can be sure of that but you definitely did the right thing. Be proud of yourself. Niko   Let's have a fucking party, break out the champagne. I let a diseased, traitorous junkie live after hunting him for over a decade. Shit, someone hand me the keys to the fucking city. Roman  There's no need to take that tone, cousin. Niko   I'm sorry if my tone offends you, Roman. But this has been a very difficult moment for me. It took every fiber of my being pulling in the same direction, not to kill Darko, to not get revenge for all those lives he took away. Roman  What made you spare him, Niko? Niko   I don't know. I wanted it for so long. He would just be dead like everyone else from our village. I was the one that survived the first attack. Living is not easy. Roman  No. Niko    I would live through killing Darko as well, but then, when I looked at        him, I realized that nothing would change if I killed him, revenge would not somehow shut the book on what I have seen. Only those who die get closure, the living do not. Roman  So, you keep living and you try to have a happy life. You try to move on. Niko   I try to, yes.

<at Brucie's place>

Roman  Here we are, do you want to come in and hang with Brucie? Niko   No, I need to be alone. Thank you for coming with me, cousin. Roman  Do not mention it. Call me, Niko. The wedding is soon.

<phonecall to Bernie - Darko is dead>

Niko   Florian, I thought you should know, Darko is dead. He's finally paid for his crimes. Bernie That's good to know, Niks. You should let go of it now. You have a new life in America, forget the past. Niko   Sometimes I think my past is all I got. So long. You look after yourself.

<phonecall to Bernie - Darko is spared>

Niko   Florian, I thought I should let you know, I found Darko. The guilt has destroyed him. I don't know. Somehow it was better to walk away. Bernie You know what, I'm really proud of you, Niko Bellic. After what we've       had to live with after these twelve or thirteen years, I know how much it hurt you, and you walked away. I know this must be hard for you, but you won, Niko. You really did. We've got to celebrate. You're free now... maybe a spa day? Niko   Sure, whatever... I'll speak to you soon, Bernie.

<email - Darko is dead>

libertypaper@eyefind.info Feel better now?

Niko, So, you got what you wanted. I hope you feel better now. Now, give up this life you have chosen. It's over. Get married. Take up golf. Do anything, but the net is closing in, people are getting desperate. It's time to move on. From United Liberty Paper Co.

<email - positive reply>

Thanks for your help. For a controlling sociopath, you offer a lot of personal advice. Good luck with trying to run the world. It seems it is not going so well.

<email - negative reply>

Whatever, I'll move to Jamaica and get a job as a caddy. Thanks for the life- changing advice.

<email - Darko is spared>

libertypaper@eyefind.info Move on.

Niko, So, after all that, you found a heart, eh? Good for you. Now, move on. Give up this life you have chosen. The net is closing in on a bunch of your colleagues and associates. I would not want you to get caught up in what is sure to be a bloody business. From United Liberty Paper Co.

<email - positive reply>

Thanks for your wise words. And good luck with trying to run the world. It seems it is not going so well.

<email - negative reply>

That business can't be anymore bloody than the work you got me involved in. I'll take my chances.

--- ONE LAST THING... (#jp6) ---

<phonecall from Pegorino>

Peg    Niko, the shit has gone down. I need to see you. Come to the club in       Tudor. Niko   Alright Mr. Pegorino, I'll see you there.

<cutscene - at the Honkers strip club>

Niko   [to Tommy] Vodka on the rocks. [Pegorino enters.] Peg    Niko - good to see you. Niko   And you. How are you? Peg    Eh, eh. Fucking terrible. We've got legal problems, all kinds of crap. You know how things have gone. Niko   I've heard some things. Peg    You get close to your dream, then something holds you back. No! Well, Commission or no Commission, I ain't gonna starve. People don't want me       around, they don't have to have me. But I know how to earn. I need a       favor. Niko   Here we go. Peg    Fuck you - I looked out for you. And I'll pay good. Real good. But I       need you to do something. I need you to collect that H, I got some Russians who have a buyer. Niko   Russians? Peg    Yeah... Dimitri Rascalov. Niko   No. We've got history. Peg    I know... but this is real. I need you. Niko   Real? What the fuck is real? Real because it's you? Peg    Real because it's my last chance. Niko   Then good luck. Peg    No. I need you to get that H. I need the money. I looked out for you, you know. People wanted to what you, I said no. Now, I need you. And I'll pay a lot of money. Niko   Listen, Mr. Pegorino. I already told you. I got history... Peg    No, you listen, you dumb immigrant fuck. I ain't asking you. I'm       telling you. Do this! Get over your principles, these guys don't hold grudges. Do it - or you and me are gonna have a problem. Look, Phil will look after you. You won't even have to deal with the fucking Russians. He's waiting for you down in Tudor. Niko   Alright. Peg    I knew I could count on you. [to Tommy] Hey, how about that drink?

<phonecall to Roman>

Niko   Roman, I have a problem. Roman  You've got a problem, Niko. I'm about to get married. I'm about to       commit to one woman for the rest of my life. Niko   This is serious, Roman. I have been asked to work for Dimitri Rascalov again, there could be a lot of money in it. Roman  I heard you two had resolved your differences, he's on a boat in East Hook, right? Niko   What, you knew about this? He's on a boat in East Hook? Roman  Yeah, I heard you had forgiven him and were working together. You're       doing this deal, right? Niko   Now that I know where Dimitri is, I might just go there and take him out instead. Have he forgotten that he burnt down your apartment and business, that he arranged your kidnapping? Roman  Now I have a better apartment, and I'll have an even better one if you work with him again. Promise me you won't do anything hasty, cousin. Niko   I have to think about it. Speak to you later.

<phonecall to Kate>

Niko   Hey, Kate. I have a decision to make and I don't know who to talk to       about it. Kate   What's your choice, Niko? Niko   There is a man who betrayed me in the past. I am being asked to work with him. It could be very profitable but it would mean going back on       an oath I swore to myself. Kate   You shouldn't work with him, Niko. You don't need money, what is it       going to change about your life? Niko   I don't know. It will make things easier, for me and for Roman. Kate   I'm not going to respect you if you compromise what you believe in for money, Niko. Goodbye.

<text message from Roman>

Niko, you came to Liberty for penthouses, women, fast cars. Don't throw it away for revenge. Darko did not help, remember? Do the deal and maybe we can take a private jet down to Vice City!!

<text message from Roman>

Niko, imagine the honeymoon I can take Mallorie on if you do this deal. Come on, do it for me - I am your cousin. Rom

--- IF THE PRICE IS RIGHT (#end1a) ---

<in a parking lot beneath the Plumber's Skyway in Tudor>

Niko   Alright there, Phil. Seen any choppers or submarines or anything? Phil   We're going to Port Tudor. Let's move.

<driving - going to Port Tudor - A>

Phil   Dimitri's giving the buyer the H while we pick up the money. We'll get a call from him when they have the stuff, then the buyers will hand over the funds. Couldn't be simpler. Niko   How come everything we get into starts off simple and ends up real complicated? Well, at least I don't have to see that weasel Dimitri in       the flesh. Phil   Yeah, I met him when Jimmy P set up the deal. There's something about him I don't trust. He ain't someone I'd work with more than once, no       matter how much he's earning us. Niko   That's a smart move. I worked with him and he double crossed me. Sold me out to someone I had history with. I nearly got killed and I never thought I'd cooperate with him again. Phil   Money makes people do the strangest things, don't it?

<driving - going to Port Tudor - B>

Phil   This is just a straightforward money pickup. Dimitri is gonna hand over the H on his end. Then we're gonna get a call saying we're good to go. They'll hand over the cash and we're out of there. Niko   I don't think anything is straight forward. Especially when you've got a snake like Dimitri Rascalov working with you. Phil   Something didn't look right about him. I don't know, there was something in his eyes. Niko   If you thought that Ray was slippery, Dimitri is a different level. At       least you knew what Ray was after from day one, Dimitri can turn on his best friend in a second. Phil   So, why are you working with him again? Niko   Sometimes it ain't worth sacrificing a pay check for personal differences. I'm after the money, not revenge.

<at the gate to Port Tudor>

Rusky  Hey, are you guys here to pick up the cash? Phil   That's right. Where is it? Rusky  When we get word that the brown is good, we'll give up the cash. You just head into the compound and wait for us to give you the nod.

<phonecall from Dimitri - within Port Tudor>

Dimitri Niko Bellic, it's so good to be working with you again. Niko   I cannot say I have the same enthusiasm for this partnership. Have you given them the H? I want to get this money and go home. Dimitri You know what? I thought, "Why should we hand over the H for this       price?" I thought it'd be easier if I just killed those guys and kept it. Niko   Easier for who? What the fuck are you doing? Me and Phil are in their compound. What's going to happen when they find out? Dimitri If I was you, I'd go and get the money off them. It has to be on the site. That way we all win. Good luck, Niko.

<within Port Tudor>

Niko   Fucking Dimitri, he's killed the guys collecting the stuff. Phil   Shit, we're screwed. They ain't gonna let us leave. Alright, if we're       fighting, we're fighting for the money. We got the jump on them right now. Follow me.

<finding a way inside the building>

Phil   Up on the roof, Niko. Let's see if we can figure out what's going on       inside. This way. [They climb up to the roof and find a skylight directly above a catwalk.] Phil   Alright, the money's in there. Once we're in, it's all or nothing. Niko   Let's go then. Phil   Come after me... [shoots the skylight]

<They battle along the floor and the catwalks to a small office on the opposite side of the building. The office door is locked.>

Phil   Niko, I can't get in. You gotta give me some help.

<They manage to kick open the door as a Russian runs out the other side with the bag of cash.>

Phil   The punk is geting away with the money. I ain't come this far to let it       go. Come on.

<The Russian drives away in a truck.>

Phil   We need a car if we're gonna chase that bastard.

<Niko and Phil chase the Russian in a circle around the docks, then on the roads, to eventually stop and kill him.>

Niko   We got it. Phil   Thank fucking God. That certainly wasn't simple.

<driving - returning to Tudor - A>

Phil   Fucking Dimitri. I ain't never been put in a situation like that before. Niko   I guess you get used to it when you hang around him long enough. Phil   If they'd gotten tipped off before Dimitri called us, we woulda been fucked. It woulda been an execution. Niko   Dimitri likes to set up executions. He set up his best friend Mikhail Faustin. Phil   You gonna kill him then? Niko   No, it's over for me, I'm out. If I was going to kill him I would have done that instead of this deal. Now I got the money and I'm going to       forget all about this shit. Phil   Good luck to you, man. I hope it works out.

<driving - returning to Tudor - B>

Phil   At least we got the cash. That's the one thing we can bring away from this fucked up situation. Niko   I learnt a lesson. I learnt that people don't change. If they going to       fuck you over once they'll fuck you again. Wish I realized that before. Phil   Had you learnt that then you wouldn't be sitting pretty on a load of        green right now, would you? Niko   That's true Phil. It's never fucking easy, is it? You can't just walk in somewhere and get free money. You always have to work for it. You think you can get in this work for an easy buck but you end up in deep shit every time. I'm out. This was the last one. I'm taking my money and staying out of this shit. Phil   I heard that song before. Maybe it'll work out for you, good luck.

<back in the parking lot in Tudor>

Phil   Thanks, Niko. I can't think of anyone else I woulda preferred to have with me in a spot like that. I just wish I hadn't been put in that position. Keep safe and enjoy the money.

<phonecall to Roman>

Niko   Well, cousin, we're rich. Roman  You did that deal? You worked with Dimitri? That's great, Niko. Niko   Yeah, maybe it would have been if he hadn't screwed me over and nearly got me killed. Roman  But he didn't get you killed. You got the money and you survived. We       will celebrate at the wedding reception. Cheer up, Niko. Niko   Alright, Roman. Today is your and Mallorie's day. I will be happy for you both.

<phonecall to Pegorino>

Peg    We're back on top, Niko. The Pegorinos is still somebody. Phil's       bringing me my taste of the cash and Dimitri's still got hold of the horse. This is perfect. Niko   I hope your partnership is a fruitful one. Good luck and goodbye. Peg    You been a useful set of hands. Look after yourself.

<phonecall to Kate>

Niko   Hey, Kate. I decided to work with that guy. I don't know if it was the right decision but I did it. He screwed me over again. Kate   You see, Niko. You should have gone with your instinct not to trust him. I can't believe you could care about money that much. Niko   Well, we do what we can to survive, Kate. Are you coming to Roman's       wedding? Kate   I don't think so, Niko. I don't want to be around you right now.

--- MR. AND MRS. BELLIC (#end2a) ---

<phonecall from Mallorie>

Mal    Hey Niko. Niko   What's up, Mallorie? Mal    Roman hasn't spoken to you about anything, has he? Nothing about maybe asking me to marry him? Niko   I haven't heard anything, but I'm sure it would be a really good thing for both of you. Mal    Thanks and hey, Roman and I decided to be honest with each other last night. He told me about Vlad. Niko   He did? Mal    Yeah, thanks for helping him get rid of the body. He has such a fire in       his heart. I guess when he found out about me and Vlad he couldn't help himself. His love for me took over and he just had to kill him. Niko   That's exactly right, he's an old school romantic. See you soon, Mal.

<phonecall from Roman - later in the day>

Roman  Niko, it's finally official. Since the moment I met Mallorie, I knew that she was the only woman for me. Niko   Apart from those other ones you screw, right? Roman  No, certainly not. They were just distraction from my one true love. I       proposed to Mallorie, Niko. She said she would marry me. Now all we       need to do is find you a wife and we can all settle down happily ever after. Niko   I'm working on it, cousin. There's this girl I like - she's called Kate McReary. Roman  I'll invite her to the wedding. Niko   You don't even know her, Roman so please try not to embarass me. Congratulations on the engagement. Roman  Thank you, cousin.

<phonecall from Brucie - later on>

Brucie Nicky, what the fuck is this? Roman's getting hitched? The big man's       hanging up his hunting rifle? More out there for ya, eh? More for me       and you buddy! Niko   I have to admit, that was not my first thought when I heard. I'm happy for him. Brucie Sure you are, I'm happy too. Fucking happy. Brucie's ecstatic, homie. Just, you know, kind of gonna, gonna miss him is all. Niko   He's not going anywhere. Him and Mallorie are getting married. We all have to settle down sometime. Brucie You think I'm getting old? I've got the abs of a seventeen year old gymnast and the forehead of a toddler, baby. Brucie don't need to       settle down just yet. Niko   Sure, sure. Enjoy all that extra pussy then, Brucie. See you around.

<phonecall from Kate - even later on>

Kate   Niko, I've been invited to your cousin's wedding. Niko   I didn't think you guys knew each other. Kate   Nor did I. He called me up and said that you really liked me and wanted me to be there. Is that true Niko? Niko   I guess it is. Kate   I'll see you at the wedding then.

roman@eyefind.info Great News

Niko, Great news! Mallorie agreed to marry me! I am so happy. I am going to be a family man. I am so excited - we have had our ups and downs, but she's been a good friend, and once I stopped cheating on her and we became exclusive, it's been great. I cannot wait to marry her. One problem - no more threesomes! See ya later Roman

<email - positive reply>

Cousin, I am so happy for you. I imagine Brucie will be pissed off - missing out on all those threesomes.

<email - negative reply>

Good for you, cousin. Not so good for Mallorie having to sleep with you for the rest of her life though. Maybe she'll let you bring in some more men for threesomes after a while.

MilicaBellic@eyefind.info Wedding bells?

Moj dragi sine, I hear Roman is getting married! I am so excited. I also heard you had a nice girl, and you could not seem to commit to her? I wish I could make it to the wedding. Have a good time, my son. I am so proud of you both. s ljubavlju, Your loving mother.

<phonecall from Roman>

Roman  Niko, where are you? I'm at the church now! I'm getting married. This cannot happen without my best man. Niko   Don't worry, Roman. I'm on my way. Roman  Thank you, cousin. Remember to wear some nice clothes. I want you looking good for the happiest day of my life.

<outside the church in Suffolk>

Brucie Alright, time to preen like a peacock. Roman  Look at you in those fancy clothes, Niko. Trying to upstage the groom on his wedding day? Let's get me married.

<cutscene - at the church in Suffolk>

Preach I now pronounce you husband and wife, you may kiss the bride. Mal    Mwah! Roman  Yes! Ah man, yes I did it! Bernie Wonderful, wonderful... Roman  Yay!... Yeah! Niko   Congratulations cousin! Roman  Mwah!... Alright!... Yes... Thank you... Thank you all for coming!...        Yes!... Okay! [Sergei approaches Niko from behind during the celebration.] Sergei Niko Bellic? Niko   Yes? Sergei A gift from Dimitri Rascalov. [Sergei attempts to shoot Niko, but he quickly grabs the gun and attempts to wrestle it away. The gun discharges several times before Niko manages to aim it into Sergei's head and kill him.] Bernie Ah! Oh my God! Mal    Ahhh! Roman... no! Jacob  Bumbaclot. [Seeing Roman dead, Niko shoots Sergei several more times and kicks at his corpse.] Jacob  Yo, yo, yo... Niko, Niko, Niko. Calm down man, calm down man. Easy, easy. Niko   He told me to leave it. I left it! Jacob  Niko, Niko, get up man, get up man, get up. Niko   Ohh... oh, man! Jacob  Gotta get you outta here now, police dem soon come. Don't worry, man, me find Dimitri me call you. Leave! Niko   Okay. Mal    No! [sobbing]

--- IN MOURNING (#end3a) ---

<Niko gets out of bed later on.>

Niko   Roman. I'm so sorry, cousin.

<text message from Jacob>

Rhaatid, Niko. Be strong, sight? I going to find this bumbaclot! You need fe get some hardcore weapons and ting while you waiting for me call. I ain't got my car or I'd bring them to you. Easy - LJ

--- A REVENGER'S TRAGEDY (#end4a) ---

<phonecall from Jacob>

Jacob  Niko, I found one of Jimmy Pegorino's boys inna some building in Koresh Square. Ya see, after dat heroin deal, Dimitri's hainging out wit Pegorino now. I tink dis boy gonna lead me to right where Jimmy and Dimitri are. Niko   Wait for me, I'm on my way. We will do this for Roman. Jacob  Seen. One love, Niko.

<cutscene - at the car in Koresh Square>

Jacob  Alright, me breda. That blood clot is inna the place right now. I been following him for some time. Me think his next stop is with Pegorino and Dimitri. We follow him there, seen? Niko   Thank you, Jacob. I know you cared for Roman, but he was my family. You do not have to do this. Jacob  Roman was my boy ya know? I doin' this for him. Rhaatid, there's       Pegorino's boy. You have fe stick to him, bredren. Boy    Fuck, we got a tail. Better lose this piece of shit on the way back to       the Peg. I don't wanna be late.

<driving - chasing the mobsters - A>

Niko   How you know he's going back to Pegorino and Dimitri? Why would he lead us back to them? Jacob  Dimitri and Pegorino, they be pon top after that deal, ya know. They got de coil and de brown, didn't dey? Dem ras clots tink dem are de       dons of dons. There ain't no way those boys gonna be scared of some boys like I and I followed their boy, ya know. Also, dey ain't going to       know their boy at the wedding didn't do his job properly. They tink ya       dead, ya know. Niko   If Dimitri and Pegorino are so on top, why would they care about me? Why would they bother to send a hitman to the wedding? Jacob  Me tink dem be afraid of ya, ya know, me breda. Dimitri tinks dat you forget about what happen on the docks ya know, in Broker. Him screw ya       over after ya kill Faustin for him. Niko   I did not forget about this, but I let it slide in the interest of        business. Sending an assassin after me and killing Roman on his wedding day, this is something I will not ignore. Jacob  True me breda, true. I ain't gwan fe let it go neither. Niko   I just want to drive this scum off of the road and smash his brain out on the concrete. Jacob  We not angry at him, ya know, Niko. It's di people he's working for, seen? We haffi get to dem, so we follow dis bumba clot, seen? Niko   Yeah, I understand. I get it. I just need those bastards to know and understand what they did to me. Jacob  Me want get dem bumba clot dem too, ya know. Dem boy dey no right ya       know, come inna church and come kill a man pon him wedding day. Jah know, it ain't right. Niko   Dimitri and Pegorino will find this out as well, they will find it out when they stare down the barrel of my gun. Jacob  Yo Niko, ya need fe lose some of dis anger, ya know, before ya go after dem boy dere. Ya mind be clouded and ya don't be able fe tink clearly, ya know. Ya want some weed? Niko   I do not need any marijuana, Jacob. I can think clearly enough. Jacob  Alright, Niko, man. Alright. Niko   I came to this city wanting revenge, I let that desire build up inside of me for many years. I let it eat out everything good in me. It took me over. I cannot allow that to happen again, not to me, not to       Mallorie and everyone who loved Roman. We must find Dimitri and Pegorino and end all this. Jacob  Ya man, we getting closer. Me hear from me source dat Pegorino might be       inna di north of Alderney. Niko   Okay, this is good news. I do not know how much of this driving I can continue to do. Jacob  I an' I gwan find dem, we going to find dem and take dem out, for real, dat's what we doing for Roman. Niko   Roman brought me to this city and I was nothing but a curse to him. He       was beaten because of me, he was shot, his business and his home were burnt down. He was kidnapped. I should have known that the lives of       those close to me would be destroyed. Jacob  I don't tink you have a choice about dat, ya know, Niko. Roman loved you. No matter what he was gonna get close to ya. Because, before you come all him a do is talk about him cousin, Niko. If you didn't wanna come up here, he was gonna go to Europe and drag you pon a boat. That's       just the way Roman was. Don't ever forget him, seen? Niko   I will not forget him. Nor will I let these men forget him.

<driving - chasing the mobsters - B>

Niko   Alright, so this guy is taking us to his bosses. We cannot kill him yet then. I guess I'll just have to pass the time by thinking about how much I'm going to punish these scum. Jacob  Just be calm now, rasta. Just make sure ya don't lose dat blood clot. Tink about how ya gwan mash dem up when time ya find out which part dem a hide. Niko   I must think of something. Jacob  Seen, think about how you going to bust these bitches up then. Niko   I can't believe I did that deal with Dimitri. How could I trust him? I'm a fool. I thought the money would help Roman and the people I       loved. Jacob  A leopard don't change him spots, ya know, Niko. A man stab you in the back once, him gonna keep stabbing until di job is done, seen? Niko   I have finally learnt this lesson. It has taken the death of my cousin, but it is something I must accept. Come on, why does this take so long? Where are these idiots hiding out? Jacob  Easy Niko, just be cool now. Pegorino and Dimitri be splitting up de       large amount of money dem get from de business deal. Everybody in       Liberty City know dat, so dem after de money too. So dem man dem haffi hide out for real. Niko   They could not hide anywhere that would keep me away from them. To get them back for what they have done, I would look for them in every corner of the Earth. Jacob  Roman was a good man, ya know. He had a righteous heart, ya know, star. Jah know him in a better place now. Niko   Roman should be in his marriage bed. He was a good man. No matter what happened to him, he would never be angry or upset for more than a       minute. If there was any way I could change my actions so that he would not die, I would do it. I would sacrifice anything. Jacob  What's done is done, and dere ain't no way to change what happen earlier. Niko   You are right, but we can change what is about to happen. We can make sure that Roman's life is not the only one that is lost today. Jacob  Seen, we just need fe stay on dis bumba clot and we'll be able to mash dem up real good. Niko   I am doing my best. Are we getting near to them or is this man taking us on a tour around Alderney? Jacob  I can tell him getting nervous, ya know, Niko. He's driving different. We must be getting close. Niko   He has reason to be nervous, the man who will kill his employer is        following him. Jacob  Yo Niko, Dimitri and Pegorino gwan have mad firepower pon di ground, ya        know. Dis ain't gwan be easy. De boy leading us back because him tink him boys going fe tear us to pieces and ting. Niko   Well then I am looking forward to disappointing his expectations. Jacob  Me understand ya know, rasta. It's a good ting dat blood clot don't       know you as good as I and I know ya, ya know? If he did, ya know, say him boss don' have long fe live 'pon this Earth. Niko   I had the opportunity to settle my score with Dimitri the other day but I chose not to take it. Instead I did the business deal that lead to       Roman getting killed. Had I got rid of Dimitri then, the bloodshed would have ended. Jacob  Dere ain't no guarantee you gonna make it, bredren. I and I don't know what our actions can do and ting. Niko   Yes, but the chances of my cousin being dead would be much slimmer. Roman was a gambler, he would've liked those odds.

<They arrive outside an abandoned casino, where mobsters begin pelting their car with bullets. Niko and Jacob speak in cover for a moment.>

Jacob  Alright, dis be de place, ya know, me bredren. What's de plan? Niko   I have to do this alone, Jacob. Jacob  There be nuff blood clots inna de place ya know, that's suicide. Niko   Roman was my cousin and I cannot put anyone else at risk. If you want to help me, find a way for us ot make a swift exit when these men are dead. Goodbye Jacob. Jacob  One love, rasta.

<Niko assaults the casino in typical fashion.>

<text message from Jacob>

I got an escape plan for you, star. Keep your eyes on the sky, sight?

<cutscene - in a side room of the casino>

[Dimitri is aiming a pistol at Pegorino's head.] Peg    Dimitri, what's the problem? Me and you is partners now. We're back on       top. Dimitri I didn't work this hard to share the spoils of a victory. Goodbye. [Dimitri kills Pegorino.] Niko   Dimitri, you and me is gonna end this. You're a Balkan peasant. You're worth nothing.

<Niko chases Dimitri up onto the roof, where he gets into a waiting helicopter. Niko grabs hold of the landing gear as it takes off, but a Russian passenger kicks him as they fly over the casino. After landing in the shallow water, Niko jacks a docked boat and follows, dodging rockets from the helicopter. Jacob soon flies over in his own helicopter.>

Jacob  [through a loudspeaker] Niko, mek we get dis ras clot. Get under me       chopper and jump on.

<driving - chasing Dimitri by helicopter - A>

Niko   I'm going to catch Dimitri and end this for good. Jacob  Did you get Pegorino back at de place, bredren? Niko   Dimitri saved me the trouble. He stabbed Pegorino in the back, just like he did to everyone has worked with while I have known him. Jacob  No matter what you say about dat murderer, he's consistent. He's       consistently fucking anybody him can. Niko   Now, it stops. Jacob  Don't worry, rasta. I gwan shoot him out de blood clot sky. He ain't       going to be able to talk his way outta dis. Niko   You were there when Dimitri first wronged me. If we had got him then, Roman would still be alive. Things would be good. Jacob  Dat was a long time ago, yak now, king. Dere ain't no promise dat life would be any different from now, ya know. All we can be tinking about is taking dat ras clot down, and stopping him from hurting anyone else. Seen? Dey say a dying animal is de most dangerous inna de jungle, ya       know, cousin. So, ya better be careful. Niko   That is the plan, Jacob. I will put a bullet in his heart for every life he ruined, for every agreement he went back on, for every friend he betrayed. Jacob  Dat be a whole heap of teeth, ya know, Niko. I don't tink we have enough ammo fe shoot him dat many times, ya know. Niko   Perhaps one bullet in his brain will have to do then. Jacob  Seen.

<driving - chasing Dimitri by helicopter - B>

Jacob  Who dat inna de helicopter? Did Dimitri and Pegorino both leave when you got inna de ground? Niko   No, Dimitri killed Pegorino when I arrived. I don't think he likes to       share. Jacob  A snake always be a snake, ya know rasta. Dimitri woula steal from him own mother fe get ahead, ya know. Niko   I think he probably did. We'd have to go to Russia to find out though. Maybe we should go with Dimitri's body. Bury him in his homeland. Jacob  Cha! A burial be too good for that bumba clot, ya know. He ain't worth putting inna di ground, ya know, star. We leave him out for de dogs and crows. Niko   We catch him, then we kill him, then we decide what to do with the body. How's that sound, Jacob? Jacob  Ya man ya man. How'de ginnal get away from you anyway, Niko? Me tink ya       get dat boy for sure. Niko   He had many men there. Both Russians and Pegorino's men. I had to fight through a lot of people to get to Dimitri. Jacob  Seen Niko, a whole heap of bodies left inna dat place dere, ya know? Ya       a real lion for real, ya know, star? Jah know not many man could a got through dem boys, ya know, star. Ya a real badman for real, real badman! Niko   I do this for my cousin and for his wife. I needed to make Dimitri pay.

<Dimitri's helicopter starts on fire.>

Niko   Good shooting Jacob.

<A rocket contacts their own helicopter.>

Jacob  Lord protect us. We shot and ting. Niko   Hold on.

<Both helicopters come to a rough landing on Happiness Island. Dimitri and his men flee toward the Statue of Happiness.>

Jacob  Mek we finish him. Niko   Let me go alone. I want some personal time with Dimitri.

<Niko cuts down Dimitri's men and a few police on the island, then fights with Dimitri beneath the Statue of Happiness.>

<cutscene - Dimitri is nearly dead>

Niko   Welcome to America! Dimitri [translated] Fuck you.. you dick. Niko   Speak English. [Dimitri coughs up blood.] Niko   You're a strange man. You killed your best friend. You betrayed everyone who ever came in contact with you. You killed my cousin. I       guess... the survival of the fittest thing really meant a lot to you. Jacob  Come on Niko man. Get out of here. Let's go. Come on! Wha gwan. Come on. Let's go! Niko   Roman... never hurt... anyone. Jacob  I know. I know. Let's go man. It's over. You won.

--- STORY COMPLETE (#end5a) ---

Niko   So this is what the dream feels like, this is the victory we longed for.

<phonecall from Mallorie>

Niko   Mallorie, the man who got Roman killed is dead. Mal    That won't bring him back will it? He'll never even meet his son. Niko   Son? Mal    I'm pregnant, we were going to say something at the reception. Niko   Your child will never worry about anything, Mallorie. Mal    Thank you, Niko. I know you're trying, but a child without a father has a lot to worry about. Trust me on that one.

<phonecall from Kate>

Kate   Niko, I heard about your cousin. Niko, I am so sorry. Niko   So am I. Kate    If you want to talk about, if you want anything, Niko. If you just want company. Call me. Niko   I want Roman back. Kate   Don't let this ruin you, Niko. Don't let this make you even more insular and angry. Please, call me and we can do something. Niko   I might do that, there are more important things to be doing now though.

brucie@bruciesexecutivelifestyleautos.com Here for you.

NB What can I say? I miss that fat bastard. He was like family to me. And he was family to you. Man, I miss that guy. I haven't cried since I was two years old. Until now. On his wedding day. Man, get yourself down a gym, go out for a run, do anything to take your mind off it. I'm here for you. Later, Brucie Kibbutz

Thanks Brucie.

I miss him, too.

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--- A DISH SERVED COLD (#end1b) ---

<cutscene - in the cargo hold of the Platypus>

Dimitri Get all of the heroin packed. We're shipping it tonight.

<Niko gets aboard the Platypus and kills countless Russians on the way to the bridge, at which he finds the controls to open up the cargo hold, where he finally reaches Dimitri.>

Niko   Hey Dimitri, I don't think I'll be doing this deal with you. We have other business to finish. Dimitri Niko, it's been a long time. I thought your time in America might have calmed you down. Niko   America does not change everyone. Look at you, you arrived in this country a spineless rat who would sell out his friends. That is what you will be when you die here. Dimitri [translated] Shut up this Balkan cock sucker.

<Niko kills the last of Dimitri's men and takes down Dimitri.>

Niko   You're about to learn a lesson, actions have consequences. You screwed me over, now you're paying for it. Shame that'll be the second last thing that goes into your head. Goodbye. Dimitri You're the one who's going to learn a lesson. People aren't going to be       happy if you kill me. [translated] Stupid motherfucker. Niko   I've never been popular. I don't mean to start now.

<Dimitri pleads for his life.>

Dimitri Niko, it's not too late, we can work this out! It was a long time ago that I pissed you off. Forget about it. I didn't mean nothing. Please. Think about Pegorino, he's got nothing without this deal. It was never my idea to set you up. Go easy on me. We were friends, remember? You don't need to do this. You're fucking a lot of people over by killing me. Hey, come on, we got history. Don't do it.

<Niko shoots him in both kneecaps, then in the head.>

Niko   I should have put you out of your misery a long time ago. Goodbye, Dimitri.

<phonecall to Roman>

Niko   I killed Dimitri, it's over. He was on the Platypus, the boat I arrived in Liberty City on. So it seems it ends where it began. Roman  I guess you did what you felt you had to do. No deal, no money, no hot tubs and models. But Dimitri will not bother you again. I will see you at the wedding, yes? Remember to wear a suit. Niko   I'll be there Roman, don't worry.

<phonecall from Phil>

Phil   Hey, it's Phil. I understand why you made the decision you did. For what it's worth, I didn't trust that Dimitri neither. Niko   Yeah, well, I did what I had to do. Phil   Anyway, you and me can't talk no more. Jimmy's falling apart. The Pegorinos ain't nothing no more. I'm out man. Goodbye.

--- MR. AND MRS. BELLIC (#end2b) ---

<phonecall from Roman>

Roman  Niko, today is going to be the happiest day of my life. I'm getting married to the beautfiul Mallorie. How is the best man? Niko   He's fine. Roman  You better be better than fine, cousin. Get to the church for 10am and remember to wear some nice clothes. I want you looking good for the wedding.

<phonecall to Kate>

Niko   Hey, Kate. I took your advice. I cut my connections with that man. Kate   I'm really proud of you, Niko. It must have been really hard to turn down the money and stick to your principles. Niko   Well it was the right thing to do. Are you coming to Roman's wedding? Kate   Can you pick me up and take me there? I'll be at my ma's. Niko   See you soon.

<pick up Kate>

Kate   Thanks for coming to get me. You're looking really nice. Shall we go to       the church?

<driving - going with Kate to the church in Suffolk>

Kate   So? Niko   So... what? Kate   So... this is weird. Niko   Why is this weird? Kate   Because I'm going to the wedding of a couple I've never met with a man I barely know. Niko   Okay, maybe it is weird, but maybe it isn't. I feel like I want to get to know you properly. I have tied up a lot of loose ends in this city recently. I feel like it's time to move on, start living my life right. Kate   But, you're a tough guy with a death wish. A thieving, murdering, drug dealing idiot. Do you think you can just walk away from all that? Niko   I can try. Kate   Good luck, Niko. I really hope you can walk away. But, do you think the men you've dealt with will just let you leave and walk into the sunset? Niko   They will have to. Kate   I thought that when you do the work that you do, that people get their hooks into you. And then there's no way out. Niko   I was good once, I was a normal kid who got sucked into a war he didn't        believe in and forced to watch his friends die. Forced to do things he       did not want to do in order to survive. If I can get pulled into this world I can pull myself out. I have tried to make the right choices, to       surround myself with good people rather than bad ones. Good people like you. That has to count for something. Kate   Tell me, have these good people been hurt by what you've had to do? Has your cousin been caught up in your mad life? Niko   Maybe you're right. Roman has been hurt. He has lost a lot because of       me. Someone without his good naturedness and optimism would have been broken by what has happened to him. I am lucky that he is still happy to be part of my family. The one family I have in this city... Kate   He might be your only family, but he's not the only one who cares about you, Niko. Niko   Really? Kate   Don't be stupid. I'm not coming to this wedding for the free nibbles. I'm coming because of you. Because... no matter how stupid I think this is, I'm willing to take a chance on you. Willing to take a chance on       the possibility that you can walk away from the craziness. That there is a real human being under all that hardness. The rational half of me       says get away from him - protect yourself. But the other half says he's       good, he can be redeemed. Niko   Well, which half are you going to listen to? Kate   I'm Irish, Niko. We're a people known for strong whiskey, mystics and Catholicism. Rational blood doesn't flow through these veins. Niko   You won't regret this, Kate. I'll look after you. I'll protect you.

<outside the church in Suffolk>

Brucie Alright, time to preen like a peacock. Roman  Look at you in those fancy clothes, Niko. Trying to upstage the groom on his wedding day? Let's get me married.

<cutscene - at the church in Suffolk>

Preach I now pronounce you husband and wife, you may kiss the bride. Mal    Mwah! Roman  Yes! Ah man, yes I did it! Bernie Wonderful, wonderful... Roman  Hey!... Yes!.... Yeah! Niko   Congratulations cousin! Roman  Thanks for coming!... Alright, yes, okay!... Yes, we are married!...        Niko, mwah, mwah... [Pegorino drives past, firing an assault rifle out the window.] Peg    You fucking double crossing immigrant shit! Mal    Aaah! Jacob  Get down! Roman  Oh! [Niko kneels over Kate's body.] Niko   Oh man, man... Roman  Niko... Niko, come on... Somebody call an ambulance! Call a fucking ambulance! Niko   She's dead! Roman  What? Oh shit. Shit, shit! Niko   She told me to leave it. I thought I had. I thought it was over! Jacob  It's never over, iyah. Roman  Niko, you can't blame yourself. Niko   Of course I can! She's dead! Jacob  Easy, easy, easy... I your brother, man, easy. Calm down, man, calm down. Roman  Niko, you have to get out of here. Jacob  Yes, go on man go on. We have to leave man, just leave. Roman  You have to go... Get out of here! Go! Jacob  Go on, we take care of this, man. Leave! Niko   Okay! Okay!

--- IN MOURNING (#end3b) ---

<Niko gets out of bed later on.>

Niko   Damn, I was meant to protect her...

<text message from Jacob>

Rhaatid, Niko. Be strong, sight? I going to find this bumbaclot! You need fe get some hardcore weapons and ting while you waiting for me call. I ain't got my car or I'd bring them to you. Easy - LJ

--- OUT OF COMMISSION (#end4b) ---

<phonecall from Jacob>

Jacob  Niko, I and Roman have found one a dat ras clot Pegorino's men, seen? He be inna some building in Koresh Square. We keep an eye out pon it. Niko   Wait for me, I'm on my way. What is Roman doing there? This is not the place for him. Jacob  He backing you up, rasta. I an' I both be, seen? One love.

<cutscene - at the car in Koresh Square>

Jacob  Alright, me breda. Dat blood clot be inna the place. I an' I been following him for a time, seen? Me tink his next stop is wit Pegorino. We follow him there, seen? Niko   Thank you, both of you. But I do not think this is the place for you, Roman. This is too dangerous. Roman  You are my cousin Niko, and Kate died at my wedding. I'm helping you. Jacob  Rhaatid, see him dere. Ya have fe stick to him me breda. Boy    Fuck, we got a tail. Better lose this piece of shit on the way back to       the Peg. I don't wanna be late.

<driving - chasing the mobsters - A>

Niko   How do you know he's going back to Pegorino? Jacob  He been running round town like a headless chicken, ya know rasta. Picking up shit, him desperate. Roman  There's nowhere left for these guys to go. The whole city wants them dead now. Niko   Well, I guess I'll be doing the whole city a favor when I kill Pegorino, then. The fool thought he could be a big player. Roman  This man will lead us there, we'll get him cousin. I assure you. Jacob  Seen, bredren. I and I be after him. Ain't no way de boy dwan live another day upon dis Earth. Seen? He's a dead man, dead man! Fucked with the wrong rasta and ting. Niko   This he will realize soon enough. Where the fuck is this guy going? Jacob  Easy me breda. He's taking us to Pegorino. You need fe chill. Roman  I'm not fucking chilled. We're speeding down the highway at who knows how fast. Cars are coming toward us, people are shooting at us. How can you be chilled? You've been smoking too much, Jacob. Whatever chilled is, this is not it! Niko   You said you wanted to help, Roman. You said you wanted to give Pegorino payback just as much as I did. Roman  I did... I do want to but, you know. I don't want to die, I have a wife to think about now. Niko   I've got nobody now. Jacob  Dat no true blood. Ya got I and Roman, seen? Roman just scared and ting. He don't mean what him saying. We gwan mash up dese ras clot. Mash em up good! Seen? Roman, dat's what you're feeling, don't it? Roman  Sure, sure. That's what I'm feeling. Niko, I want to get this guy. I       just don't think we want to take any unnecessary risks while we're        doing that. Niko   Roman, the last thing I want is to lose you as well as Kate. I can't       imagine how I'd feel if I lost you today. But, Roman, I will not let this piece of shit go. He is taking us back to Jimmy Pegorino. He       cannot go much further, we must reach Pegorino soon. Roman  At least we're seeing some of Alderney. I don't normally come this side of the West River. Jacob  Seen, Roman. I don't come pon dis ground neither and ting. It's a       different city from de rest of Liberty, true? Niko   I am not taking you on some tourist sightseeing tour. We're chasing a       scumbag back to his boss. Then we're going to make that shithead pay for what he did to Kate. Roman  Sure, cousin, sure. Eyes to the front. Mind on the job at hand and all that shit. Jacob  He's going fe stop soon ya know, Niko. Me hear from me sources that Pegorino, he might be hiding in the North of Alderney somewhere. Niko   Okay, we're making some progress then. We will keep on this guy and hopefully he won't fucking kill us or crash before he leads us to       Pegorino. I'm about ready to see that particular moron. Roman  Yeah... uh, me too.

<driving - chasing the mobsters - B>

Niko   Are you sure that he's going back to Pegorino? He's not going to go on       the lamb? Roman  That's not a possibility, cousin. This man has been picking stuff up       for Pegorino since we found him. From what you tell me about Jimmy P,       he's too desperate to do without this shit. Jacob  Me man, Roman, be talking de truth, ya know. Word pon de street is dat Peg ain't got much, him held up somewhere a waiting fe get outta town. Niko   The only place Pegorino is going is into a coffin. Roman  You have to do what you have to do, cousin. If he tried to kill you then, he will try to kill you again. Niko   I am not doing this to protect myself, I'm doing this because of Kate. I always said you could not escape the past. Jacob  Boy, it no matter why ya are do dis ya know, me breda. I and I be       backing you up for whatever. I an' I in dis for as long as ya be       needing us. Niko   Motherfucker, why don't we just stop his car and start cutting off his fingers until he tells us where the fuck Pegorino is? Jacob  Easy now Niko. Dat shit work in all dem spy torture type show pon TV, seen? But that don't work inna real life. Fools just pass out when dem see dem finger cut off. Niko   Alright, we follow him back to Pegorino, then we cut his fucking fingers off. Jacob  Seen me bredren, seen. Roman  What type of sick bastards have I gotten into a car with? I'm speeding into oncoming traffic! I'm being shot at and all I have for company are two gangsters discussing the finer points of torture. This is great, just great. How's married life, Roman? It's really relaxing, thanks for asking. Jacob  At least ya not dead and ting. Roman  Not yet. Niko   You asked to be here, Roman. Now that you are on board, I do not want these complaints. Roman  Okay, cousin, okay. I was just saying, be safe is all. Not crushed by       an oncoming truck or something. Dead men can't get revenge. Niko   Alright, this is starting to become a joke or something. Where is       Pegorino? What sort of wild turkey chase are we on? Jacob  I don't know, ya know rasta. Can't be far though. Niko   Yeah, but this guy better not be fucking with us. He better be bringing us to Pegorino. Jacob  Seen me bredren, seen. Roman  Shit, what's the plan when we get there? You think it'll just be this guy and Pegorino? We teach them a lesson and we go. Jacob  Pegorino ain't as strong as when he used to run the Alderney family, is        he Niko? Niko   No, he isn't as strong as he was back then. But he has still got some money and two bit gangsters will give their lives for a man if he'll       pay the right price. I have put myself in situations such as these. Jacob  True, Niko, true. Dere gonna be plenty of ras clots inna de ground. Roman  Shit, cousin, is this a good idea? Taking on all of these hired hoods? Niko   I did not start this, I have no choice after Pegorino killed Kate.

<They arrive outside an abandoned casino, where mobsters begin pelting their car with bullets. They speak in cover for a moment.>

Jacob  Alright, dis is where he be going. What's the plan, Niko? Niko   Jacob, you and Roman stay back. I'm going in to get Pegorino. Roman  Cousin, me and Jacob are here to help you. Jacob  What? We want get dis raas clot too yak now, Niko. Niko   Jacob, the best way to help me is to keep my cousin alive. I don't want to lose him as well. Also, figure out an exit strategy. When this guy is dead, I'm not going to want to hang around long.

<Niko assaults the casino in typical fashion.>

<text message from Jacob>

I got an escape plan for you, star. Keep your eyes on the sky, sight?

<cutscene - in a side room of the casino>

Peg    You motherfucker. Don't think for a second that this was anyone's fault but your own. You coulda worked with me and everything woulda been gravy. Niko   I wanted out and you killed someone I cared about. It's over for you now, Jimmy. Peg    You immigrant piece of shit.

<Niko chases Pegorino up onto the roof, then to the back of the casino, where he gets into a docked boat. Niko jacks a dirtbike and follows him along the coastline, dodging gunfire. Roman and Jacob soon fly over in a helicopter.>

Roman  [through a loudspeaker] Niko, we see the boat! Me and Jacob are going after it! Niko   Not without me, you're not.

<Niko hits a ramp at the end of the coastline, grabs hold of the heli landing gear, and pulls himself up.>

Roman  Get up, NB. Climb. Jacob  Niko, ya make it, rasta. Niko   No thanks to you, you trying to ditch me? Jacob  Me knew you'd find a way, me bredren. Take control of dis ting. You better at driving than me. Niko   Okay, let's get this guy.

<driving - chasing Pegorino by helicopter>

Niko   I smell his blood. Now it is only a matter of chasing him down. Jacob  Seen, Niko. We going fe get him now. Dere ain't nowhere him can go. Niko   Thank you both for helping me with this. It was not your fight. Roman  Niko, any fight of yours is mine as well. We are family. Jacob  I got ya back, me breda. Niko   This is something that I have to do. Kate had a messed up family, but she remianed good. She... was something worth protecting... by helping me today you are doing something good.

<Pegorino's boat starts on fire.>

Jacob  Yeah man, me get de ras clot. See him crash pon de island?

<A rocket contacts their helicopter.>

Niko   Hold on. Roman  Fuck, fuck, fuck!

<Niko comes to a rough landing on Happiness Island, where Pegorino is fleeing toward the Statue of Happiness.>

Niko   Are you both alright? Jacob  Irie, man. Roman  Urgh... Niko   Wait here while I finish this.

<Niko cuts down one of Pegorino's goons and a few police on the island, then fights with Pegorino beneath the Statue of Happiness.>

<cutscene - Pegorino is nearly dead>

Niko   I told you to leave me alone. Peg    I give the orders here. Me. [clutching chest] Niko   You're not looking so good there, Jimmy. Peg    Screw you. Niko   What the fuck did she ever do to you? Peg    I wanted you, you immigrant dip shit. Niko   Big talk. You wanna know something funny? Peg    Not really. Niko   The Commission - the old families - I know some of those guys. And they thought you were a fat fucking joke. Peg    Whatever. Niko   A joke! Huh. [Niko starts laughing. Pegorino aims his gun back up, but Niko finishes him off. Roman and Jacob arrive.] Roman  Cousin! Niko   Yeah. Roman  You did it... Niko   Really? I don't know. What did I do? Roman  But we're done. Now we can start making money... freely. Niko   I suppose so. Roman  We won, man. We won!

--- STORY COMPLETE (#end5b) ---

Niko   So this is what the dream feels like, this is the victory we longed for.

<phonecall from Roman>

Roman  Hey Niko, are you okay? Niko   Yeah, I'm fine. How's married life? Roman  It's okay, hard to be happy when your wedding goes the way ours did. Kate's death was very unfortunate. Niko, don't blame yourself. Niko   There's no one else to blame, Roman. It's my fault, because I refused to do that deal for Pegorino. It's my fault because I got close to her. I shouldn't get close to anyone. Roman  You should, Niko. Stay close to Mallorie and me. We're your family. Mallorie is pregnant. If it's a girl, we'll call it Kate. Niko   Congratulations, Roman. You'll make a good father. See you soon.

<phonecall from Packie>

Packie I never thought this would happen, Niko. I never fucking thought it. Kate, sweet, innocent Katie. Niko   I'm sorry, Packie. I was there, I tried to stop it... Packie She didn't do nothing to nobody. It was us McReary men who were the sinners. We're paying for that ourselves, she didn't have to pay too. Niko   She didn't Packie, you're right. Packie I gotta be with me Ma, Niko. She don't got much left other than me. And that ain't much... see you, man. Niko   It's enough, see you, man.

roman@eyefind.info I am so sorry

Niko, Cousin, I am so sorry. I don't know what to say. You should have followed my advice, not become fixated with revenge. Give up, please. I am begging you. See ya later Roman

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================================================================== RANDOM CHARACTER ENCOUNTERS (#rndchar)

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--- BRIAN 1 (#bm1) ---

<cutscene - on the sidewalk just south of the cab depot>

Brian  How you doing? Niko   Good. Thank you very much. Brian  Good! Yes comrade, I am doing good. There is no "I", there is only "we" - it is a glorious system, comrade. Niko   Excuse me? Brian  You're excused, comrade. You're excused, now go and mine salt for fifty years... Niko   You're a dick. Brian  I'm a rich dick, friend. I'm young, and rich and loaded. Tell you what, have a hundred bucks. On Uncle Sam, Benjamin motherfucking Franklin. Freedom. [Brian hands him a bill and walks off.] Brian  [to self] This coke is okay.

--- BRIAN 2 (#bm2) ---

<cutscene - on the sidewalk in Hove Beach>

Brian  How you doing? Niko   Okay. Brian  That's nice. That's real nice. Niko   Hey, I remember you. You're the comrade guy. The guy with all the jokes? Brian  Oh, yeah... how time flies... when you're having fun... Niko   Right. And you're definitely having a lot of fun. Brian  No doubt. Listen, dude, you wanna make a quick buck? Come with me, I       got something to show you.

Brian  Take me over to Masterson Street.

<driving - taking Brian to Masterson Street - A>

Niko   So what are you showing me? Brian  Dude, this is meant to be the biggest rock in the world. These guys are fucking scientists. Thing's meant to be bigger than my fist. Bigger than a melon, fucking genius! Gonna last me weeks. Niko   Sure it will. Brian  Bidding war was fierce dude. Like being on the trading floor... yeah! Hah!

<driving - taking Brian to Masterson Street - B>

Niko   What am I seeing, funny guy? Brian  Something your eyes will never believe. The ninth wonder of the modern world, my friend. Niko   This suspense is killing me. Brian  You are about to see the biggest rock of crack known to man, this thing is meant to be so fucking big, it has its own gravitational pull - no       fucking shit! Niko   I reckon every rock of crack has a gravitational pull for you, buddy.

<cutscene - in an alley off Masterson Street>

Brian  Wait here while I make the deal, dude. Let's hope this thing isn't too heavy for me to carry by myself. Sick. [Brian gets out to approach the dealer.] Dealer Yo, Mr. Banker-man. This a real sound investment you making. A good use of your assets and shit. Mos def. [They make the trade.]

<Brian returns to the vehicle>

Brian  Dude, take me over to Wappinger and Hardin.

<driving - dropping Brian off - A>

Niko   Did you get it? Brian  Yeah, but this ain't no rock - it's a fucking boulder. That shit's       gonna blast me to the moon. What's that film where the guy is on a       mountain and he gets chased by that huge boulder? Niko   I don't know. Brian  Shit dude, I should remember this. Anyway, that's how I'm gonna feel when this shit's chasing me round my head.

<driving - dropping Brian off - B>

Niko   You negotiate a good deal on that thing? Brian  Fuck yeah, invested my whole severance pay in this baby. Worth every fucking penny. I could chisel off a bit of this everyday for a month and it would still be huge. Niko   Or you could just smoke it all at once? Brian  I like your style, dude. I like your fucking style. Excess is never excessive.

<cutscene - at Wappinger and Hardin>

Niko   This your place? Brian  Yeah sorta... no. It doesn't matter. Here's some dolla. Appreciate the ride.

--- BRIAN 3 (#bm3) ---

<cutscene - on a sidewalk in Downtown Broker>

Brian  Hey, man! Remember me? Niko   Sure - the crack smoking American dream. Brian  I'm clean, man... what a ride. Niko   Yeah. You look good. Brian  I feel good. Niko   Good. Brian  I sank as far as a man can sink... when you're giving blowjobs at ten bucks a pop, so you can score your next rock. And I have an Ivy League education... Jesus. What a disgrace. But I'm over that now. I'm       engaged! Niko   Hey. Congratulations. Brian  Hey, I owe you, man! I mean, I was a dick. But I'm making up for it. I       was a loud mouthed dick and I apologize. Niko   Hey, apology accepted. Don't worry about it. Brian  Listen... I gotta go pay off one of my dealers. Make things right. Would you come with me? I hate to ask, but I'm afraid the temptation might get to me. Please? Niko   Sure. Brian  Awesome.

Brian  They're over on Onion, just off Asparagus Avenue.

<driving - going over to Onion Street - A>

Brian  I asked my sponsor to come along but he says this is something I got to        do without him. Thanks for helping me, dude. Niko   Do not mention it. Brian  This is step number nine in the program. I'm making amends to all those I harmed. Expensive process. Niko   Could be. Brian  That said, it's a lot harder to ask people to write off the emotional debts than the financial ones... My problem hurt a lot of people.

<driving - going over to Onion Street - B>

Brian  It's amazing how low you can get without realizing that you actually have a problem. Finally, you hit rock bottom and you get help. Niko   You were hitting the rocks alright. Brian  The irony is not lost on me, friend. Addiction stole everything I had from me, it was a wild ride. I'm out of the tunnel now though.

<cutscene - at an alley on Onion Street>

Brian  That's them. Do you mind waiting here? [He goes over to the dealer.] Dealer You pretty dumb for a banker. You forgot about interest, bitch. Brian  Trust the higher power... trust the HP. [The dealer knocks him to the ground with a bat.]

<Niko fights off the dealer and his friend. He and Brian return to the vehicle.>

Brian  Thanks, dude. I'm glad you were here for me. Take me back to my place on Wappinger.

<driving - going to Wappinger Street - A>

Niko   Are you upset that you couldn't make amends? Brian  Step nine's a tough one. Not everyone wants you to get better. I'll       talk about it in group. You have to have the serenity to accept the things you cannot change, the courage to change the things you can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Right, dude? I mean that makes sense, I just can't always live it... Niko   That is a healthy attitude.

<driving - going to Wappinger Street - B>

Niko   Are you okay? Brian  These injuries are only physical, at least I didn't feel the hunger again. I mean I'm clean, but I'm still an addict and I can never let my       guard down. At least I won't have to put myself in that position again. Niko   Stay with your fiancee and keep away from those scumbags, man. You've       got a second chance here. Brian  I do, dude. I do.

<reach Wappinger Street>

Brian  Thanks for everything, here's a token of my gratitude. Stay safe.

--- BADMAN (#bad1) ---

<at a bench in East Island City>

Badman Hey my youth! Wha'gwan? Niko   Uh... hey. Badman Hey! How ya gwa'an like ya dunno who me is rudeboy? Cho! Ya dunno who me is? Niko   Badman... what's up? Badman Woy, me dare a rude boy! No one can test me nuh, rudeboy! No one can test me, seen? Niko   Who's testing you? Badman Them slibba slabba Russian type, my youth. Niko   Yeah? Badman Debts, everyt'ing, disrespect... yo rudeboy lemme tell ya somethin' right now. Me come y'here say fe drink milk, rudeboy... me no come yah fi count nah cow! Niko   Right, whatever you say. Badman Yo rudeboy, lemme tell ya somethin'... y'see, fish could keep dem mouth closed... dem wouldn't get caught, rudeboy. Niko   Exactly... tell you what, let's go hit those Russian fuckers right now. Badman Y'know what, rudeboy... [cocks shotgun] come mek a go deal wit' dem boy dere right now.

Badman The boy over pon Carrollton Street my youth. Come mek a' forward.

<driving - going to Carrollton Street - A>

Badman These bull buka Russians boy make I an' I vex, rasta! Dem come pon me       corner and ting. Come upon me city. An all a' dis a fucker, rudeboy. I       want my operation to run right. I don't want no Russian boy come tell me what fe do, ye see it? Niko   Sure Badman, some Russians been up in my face as well. Badman My youth, listen, you a righteous youth, my youth. Jacob tell me about you long time. You a righteous youth, my youth, you sound like a       rastaman. Niko   Where is Jacob? Badman Why youth, him a' doing ting right now, ya no see? Catch up wit 'im       girl and ting. You know that youth. He love 'im girl and ting, ya no       know? Niko   Yeah. Badman The youth a grind my youth, the man a hustlin youth, big respect fo him to that.

<driving - going to Carrollton Street - B>

Badman This Russian boy, dem greedy youth, my youth, come in like say, dem know what it takes to be the dan-dada. Cha, the boy done crossed the wrong rastaman now, me a' tell you. Niko   He fucked with you, he fucked with me. Badman We a'galang a mash up dem boy der good. Shoot up dem bum-boys an' show dem boys da whole jam-down style. Niko   I've never been to Jamaica. Badman Go with Jacob, rasta. You got lots of spirit for Jah.

<at Carrollton Street>

Badman Righteous a' rudeboy, see we reach us a' now.

<Niko and Badman cut down all the Russians in the alley.>

Badman You a righteous youth my youth. Dem Russian boy, cause me no more boderation rudeboy, respect due. Niko   Don't worry about it man. Badman Yo, rudeboy, I catch you around an ting man, one love, rasta.

--- MEL (#mel1) ---

<cutscene - on the sidewalk near Comrades Bar>

Mel    Comrades! Niko   Excuse me? Mel    Didn't I see you at Comrades, pal? Niko   Where? Mel    That bar... Mickey's place. I'm sure you was one of those commie bastards used to come in there. I remember you. Niko   Yes... you were the drunk guy who fell over. Mel    Ha ha! That's about right. I was a mess, a mess! But I'm all sorted out now. I'm over that shit! Niko   Good for you! Mel    Yeah... yes, siree. I'm a new man. Not dependent on anything. No more drink. No drugs... even gave up hookers. Everything. Niko   Good! Why are you telling me this? Mel    It's good to share. Niko   Cool. Mel    I'm positive person now. Positive. I'm through with problems. Now they are just opportunities. Niko   Well, good luck with your opportunities. I've got to go. Mel    Oh, no! Wait, wait, wait! I know... this is a lot to ask, but I was wondering... I owe a guy some money, from my drinking days... and...       he's kind of angry. I don't suppose you could come along and keep him cool? I'm going to pay him back. Please? Niko   Okay.

Mel    They're just off Montauk in an alley.

<driving - taking Mel to the alley - A>

Mel    You'd be amazed by the things I've been doing since I cleaned up. I'm       waking up before noon, for Christ's sake. Obviously, the DTs hit me       pretty hard when I first got sober. Niko   I bet they did. Mel    Shit, I couldn't hold a glass of water without spilling it all over myself. And you shoulda seen the can after I was done with it, whoa, like the fucking sprinkler had gone off. But now though, dry as a bone.

<driving - taking Mel to the alley - B>

Niko   What made you want to get clean? Mel    Positive thinking is what it's all about. Shaking off all the negative energy and concentrating on the productive. Not hanging around with losers like Sergei. Drinking their lives away, it's not for me. Niko   You seemed to like it when I last met you? Mel    How many good years have I got left, ten... fifteen? Not many. I don't       wanna spend them staring into the bottom of a glass. No, sir. No way. I       want to be someone, help people... seriously!

<cutscene - in the alley>

Mel    This is where they should be. Can you clear things up with him? Niko   Don't worry. I'll make sure everything's cool. [gets out of car] Hey man, we're here to pay back the money my friend here owed you. He       doesn't want no trouble. Guy    You think money's gonna do it? Do ya, Mel? Can't you remember coming over to my place and throwing the TV out the window? Pissing all over my couch? Slumlord kicked me out on the street. You got a lot of debt to pay, Mel.

<The guy and his crew attack; Niko kills them.>

Niko   I don't think those guys are going to be calling that debt in. Mel    You're a saint, a real positive person.

Mel    Can you take me back to where we were before?

<driving - returning to Comrades Bar>

Mel    Oh boy, that shook me up, man. The stress was too much. How am I gonna cope out here? Who knows what I did when I was on the sauce? Niko   You'll be okay. Just chill out. Mel    Yeah, you're right. Just chill out. Maybe just one drink would calm my       nerves? Niko   That's not what I meant, friend. That stuff is what got you here in the first place. Mel    Sure... sure. Yeah. Serenity...

<cutscene - on the sidewalk>

Niko   Be smart, friend. Mel    Positive, that's me. Here's the roll I was gonna give that loanshark. Maybe I'll need a ten spot for myself though. Who knows what I'll need. So long. Be serene...

--- ILYENA (#if1) ---

<cutscene - along the boardwalk on Firefly Island>

Ilyena Niko - how are you? Niko   Mrs. Faustin... it's nice to see you. I'm okay... you know... it's       difficult. Ilyena Yes... very difficult. Niko   I was sorry to hear about your husband. Ilyena Were you? Maybe. Unlike that treacherous rat Dimitri. Niko   He and I are not friends. Ilyena My husband was not perfect. Far from it, he was awful. A murdering, drug addicted bully. In many ways, the world is better off without him. But, now I am alone. Niko   I'm sorry about that. Ilyena And my daughter grows up without a father. She's learning a bitter lesson very early. Niko   Yes... it's bad. Ilyena And now the money is gone, the house got repossesed and we are living in a one room apartment. The land of opportunity? I'd rather be back in       Russia. At least there people don't pretend life has any pleasure. Niko   Do you need money? Ilyena I need more than that... I need someone to come and get a man to leave my daughter alone. I can see he is a slimeball - I think he is trying to turn her into a stripper, or even worse. Niko   What guy? Ilyena Some slimeball, hangs out on Dillon Street in Schottler. Niko   I can't do much for you... but I will get this slimeball to leave your daughter alone. Ilyena Niko, thank you, but please... no more killing...

<on Dillon Street>

Niko   Hey, slimeball. Slime  Why does every Russian in this city call me that? Whaddya want, shit face? Niko   I want you to stay away from Anna Faustin... forever. Slime  Yeah? And I want a blowjob every morning for the rest of my life, but we don't all get what we want. Niko   In this case, I am going to get what I want.

<phonecall from Ilyena - if slimeball is beaten>

Niko   Hello? Ilyena Niko, it's Ilyena. My daughter is upstairs in tears. Niko   I am sorry. Ilyena Do not be, the sleazeball has broken up with her. I owe you thanks. Anna is safe for now. Niko   I know that things must be hard, but you are strong enough for the both of you.

<phonecall from Ilyena - if slimeball is killed>

Niko   Who is this? Ilyena Ilyena Faustin. I thought you were different, Niko. I said no killing, all of you are the same. Another man in my daughter's life has met a       violent death now. Thank you for that.

<phonecall from Ilyena - if slimeball escapes>

Niko   Yes? Ilyena It's Ilyena. Anna is leaving me. I have nothing now. She's moving in       with that sleaze. She says I'm trying to come between them. I have nothing left. Nothing. Goodbye.

--- HOSSAN (#hr1) ---

HOSSAN75@grype.org How you doing?

Hey man, How you doing? Did you decide to stay in Liberty City? How's your cousin? I stayed. I heard everyone did. Did you hear about poor Captain. Poor man. He turned up dead and drunk in the river. And everyone else jumped ship? I wonder what those Chinese guys did with that heroin they were supposedly smuggling? Anyway, I jumped ship and I'm around. I'm just down in Florida, but I'm back soon. Hopefully bump into you. I might get job selling fake handbags in Suffolk. There's a lot of money to be made there. It's crazy! Your friend, Hossan

<email - positive reply>

Nice to hear from you, Hossan. I stayed. Let me know when you are back in town. Take care, Niko.

<email - negative reply>

I'm still here Hossan, but I found out my cousin's stories were just stories. Getting by ain't easy. - N

<cutscene - on a street corner in Suffolk>

Hossan Hey! Niko   Hey. Hossan Niko, it's me, Hossan. Niko   Hossan! How are you? Wow, man, it's good to see you. Hossan Ah, you too. Niko   So you stayed? Hossan Yes... and you... did you meet your cousin? Niko   Yes... things have been... complicated - how about you? Hossan Nonstop madness. Brilliant! I have met a lot of lunatics and life is       wild. My friend's uncle gave me a job selling handbags... knock offs, you know. Niko   Sure. Hossan It's so easy! Easier than working on a Goddamn boat, anyway... and women, they love you! Man, after three months on that ship... let's       just say I was not cut out for the sailor's life. Ah, shit - it's good to see you... [answers phone] Niko   You too. Hossan [to phone] Hey, Hossan speaking. Yes, I'm on my way. [to Niko] Niko, hey what are you up to? Niko   Nothing too urgent. Hossan Why don't you walk with me? I've got to go collect some money. Niko   Okay, sure. Hossan Great.

Hossan This guy's just over on Castle Drive.

<driving - going to Castle Drive - A>

Hossan What are you up to, Niko? Niko   This and that, I make money how I can. Hossan Is hard for us without visas. People don't want to treat us good. Amount of times I've done a job and then got stiffed for my pay...       Shit, I can't even count them. Niko   Yeah, the immigrants is the slave class in this country. Working for nothing, but the whole place would be shut down without them. I've been screwed over by a few employers as well. Hossan Yeah, but the fun you can have in this city... it's worth it.

<driving - going to Castle Drive - B>

Hossan Shit man, things are wild. How is your cousin? Big mansion, three women at a time, hot sports cars? Niko   Turns out he wasn't doing as well as he made out. We're getting by       though. Things could be worse. Hossan What do you mean? Shit, this is the best city in the world. Bangkok, South America, Lebanon - I've partied everywhere. And nothing, I mean nothing, beats Liberty City. Niko   I thought you wanted to settle down, get a dog and all that stuff? Hossan Shit, I still want the dog. Just not yet.

<cutscene - in a parking lot off Castle Drive>

Hossan Alright, here's where he said he'd meet me. Wait here. [leaves vehicle] [to guy] Hey man, you got that money? I've been waiting a while. Guy    I forgot to ask, you got a visa? I ain't giving good American currency to an illegal. [The guy knocks Hossan down and drives off.]

<Hossan returns to the vehicle>

Hossan Shit, he's got all my back pay. Can you get him?

<driving - chasing the guy - A>

Niko   I'm sick of punks like this screwing over hard workers because their grandfather got off the boat here not them. Hossan Hey man, that's the way the city works. Scumbags can do what they like to us. We're at the bottom of the pile. He's running for it, catch him.

<driving - chasing the guy - B>

Niko   I'm going to get your money for you, Hossan. He ain't going to get away with being that much of an asshole. Hossan People get away with being assholes every day. I'm a fucking asshole, at least that's what all my ex-girlfriends are gonna tell you. Niko   This is different; it's a matter of principle. Hossan He's running for it, catch him.

<Niko kills the man, retrieves the cash, and gets back in the vehicle.>

Hossan You have my back pay. Niko, you're a true friend. Can you drop me in       the alleyway between Feldspar and Garnet?

<driving - dropping Hossan off - A>

Hossan These people, they're all the same. Niko   You should work for yourself. There ain't no point in getting screwed over by every chump in Liberty City. Hossan Yeah man, maybe I should. I got some money, I could buy a load of       handbags. Sell them myself. Niko   Sounds like a plan. Hossan It would be, as long as I don't give them all to the first woman who gets into bed with me.

<driving - dropping Hossan off - B>

Hossan Man, I never thought I'd see this cash. It's almost like getting paid to work is a bonus. Niko   Yeah, at least you like your job. I don't get paid for some of the things I do. And these are things that make me doubt that I'm a human. Hossan Yeah? Shit, Niko, you're human. You're helping me out when I'm in       trouble. As long as you're doing what you think is right when you have a choice, it's all good. Niko   I'll try to keep that in mind.

<cutscene - in the alley>

Hossan Niko, you're amazing. A fucking savior. This was one more wild trip in       Liberty City. Made me think I should settle down though, get that dog we talked about. Niko   Really? Hossan Yeah, I don't know. Here's some of my pay. Call it the stuff I'm not giving to the taxman. See you around, Niko. Niko   Thanks, man. You didn't have to do this, but thanks.

HOSSAN75@grype.org Good to see you.

Good seeing you, Niko! Try to stay out of trouble. You seemed kind of worn out. I hope things are not serious. I keep hearing about the Eastern European crime wave and I hope you are not tangled up in this mess. Let me know if I can help.

<email - positive reply>

Thank you, Hossan. Things are not great. Trouble has followed me here from Europe and life has become cheap. I do not wish to involve you in this mess. Take care, Niko.

<email - negative reply>

Yeah, I'm tangled up in it and I don't think there's a way to get out. We'll see. Look after yourself. - N

--- SARA 1 (#sara1) ---

<cutscene - on a sidewalk in Suffolk>

Sara   Hey there, handsome. Niko   Hello. Sara   Hi. Let me ask you a question. Niko   Okay... what? Sara   Have I still got it? Niko   Got what? Sara   Time was, I would walk down this street and I'd feel the eyes popping out of a guy like your's head... I was H.O.T.... but now, I'm not so       sure. Niko   Okay, you're really attractive. Can I go now? Sara   Bullshit, limpdick. I'm not 'really attractive'. I'm stunning! Or, I'm       mutton dressed as fucking lamb. These are fucking five hundred dollar shoes! Doesn't that mean something to you? Niko   No. Sara    Well, that shows what you know. Niko   No doubt. Sara   I just got divorced. Niko   Well, I'm sorry to hear that. Sara   I don't need your fucking pity. Niko   Fine. Sara   Have you got a smoke? Niko   No, I don't. Sara    Listen, can you give me a ride home?

Sara   Let's go tough guy.

<driving - taking Sara home - A>

Niko   I would have thought a girl like you would live in Middle Park East or        somewhere. Sara   Honey, when you're in the fashion world you need to be in touch with the street. You need to be able to feel what the people are doing. I       grew up in Middle Park East but I couldn't live there anymore. It's       too... vanilla. Suffolk's going that way too. Niko   They're expensive as well. Sara   Bullshit. I could live wherever I want. I'm taking that impotent ex of       mine for everything he has. My lawyer has found so many holes in the pre-nup it may as well have been written on Swiss cheese. Niko   Great. Seems like the marriage was at least profitable. Sara   I needed to get something out of it. It's not like I was being sexually gratified. Impotent loser. Christ, I was spending a grand a month just on vibrators. It was ridiculous.

<driving - taking Sara home - B>

Niko   So, you normally get lifts off of strange men on the street? Sara   Time was, every man on the street wanted to give me a lift... or a lot more. I can't think of a photographer who shot me in my modeling days who didn't try to fuck me. I mean every one of them, even the gay ones. Niko   You must have something special, I guess. To attract gay men... Sara   I was a knockout. I'd nearly slip and break my neck there was so much drool on the street when I walked by. I'm still hot though, right? I       mean you still would? You wouldn't go off and fuck some not-out-of- college intern on your desk, would you? Niko   I don't know any interns, and I certainly don't work at a desk. Sara   You limp dick piece of shit. You think that someone like you could ever get their hands on this? Niko   Yes, yes. You're gorgeous. I'm lucky to even speak to you. Whatever, lady.

<cutscene - at Sara's place>

Sara   This is it. Thanks, darl. Niko   Don't mention it. [Sara gets out of the car while her ex-husband approaches.] Sara   [to ex-husband] I'm just here to get some stuff. This guy's been fucking my brain out all week. He's hung like a rhino.

<Niko fights off the ex-husband.>

--- SARA 2 (#sara2) ---

<cutscene - on the sidewalk in front of Pier 45>

Sara   Can I ask you a question? Niko   Yes, you're really hot, Mrs. recently divorced, guys with eyes on        stalks... five hundred dollar shoes. Sara   Excuse me? Niko   I gave you a life a little while ago? We met late at night? You were pretty wasted. Sara   Shit... you're joking? Niko   No. Sara    Christ. I have to stop combining drinking with those sleeping pills. That keeps happening. Niko   Well, no harm done. Sara   Well, thank you. Listen, I know it's a lot to ask, but I don't suppose I could ask you for a favor? You couldn't run across town and get me       something, could you? It's just that we've got a fashion shoot later. Niko   Do I have to? I'm kind of on my way some... Sara   Typical! Typical fucking man. When I'm drunk and you think you can feel my breasts up, you'll do anything... but the minute it's daytime and I       ask a normal and reasonable favor, it's "Fuck you, Sara, you've got a        vagina. Why should I help you?" Niko   Okay, okay! What do you need? Sara   Just collect a box for me from Perseus off Pyrite Street and Bismarck. It should only take a minute. Niko   Sure. Sara   You're an angel. Bring it to Pier 45.

<cutscene - at the Perseus off Pyrite Street>

Niko   Hello, I am here to get a package... it's for some woman, she said you'd know I was coming. Perseus Sure, sweetie. I've got it right here. That'll be five hundred. Niko   I think there's been a misunderstanding. I'm just here to pick it up, I'm not paying you. Perseus Sorry, sugar. If you want the package, you're going to have to pay for it. That's the way things work.

<aim at Perseus guy>

Niko   Give me the fucking package. Perseus Please, don't hurt me. I'll give it to you. I was just doing my job. Don't hurt me... please. Niko   Your job was to give this to me. Goodbye.

<cutscene - at Pier 45, after paying for the package>

Niko   Here's your shit. But they didn't know I was coming at the store. I had to pay. Sara   Those PR people - morons! You think they would kill to see their product in a spread like this. I'll call and get everything squared for you.

<cutscene - at Pier 45, after stealing the package>

Niko   Here's your package. Sara   You're a life saver. I don't know what I would have done without you.

--- PATHOS 1 (#pat1) ---

<cutscene - on a sidewalk in Star Junction>

Pathos I sense a little apprehension in your voice. Niko   I like it a bit but, uh, I'm not a crazy fan. Pathos Because the shit went all commercial? Cause people sold out? I hear you. Cause the shit ain't real no more? Niko   No, not really. Pathos Ain't got no intelligence? For real. Well, you gonna love my shit. Niko   Your shit? Pathos Yes - it's the real urban conciousness and man it is real. Pathos. Believe that. Niko   Why are you selling it on the street? Pathos The majors are just pimps, and I ain't no bitch. Niko   No. I can see that. Pathos Man, if I have to spend the rest of my life preaching on a street corner, so fucking be it. Give it up for Pathos! [handshake] Fool   [across the street] Yo, Pathos! You a bitch and you suck dick! Pathos Man, you hear that punk. Fool   Yeah, he heard me, bitch. What you gonna do about it? Pathos Hey, fuck you... I've had enough of your crap.

<Pathos gets into a fight with the two guys across the street. Niko helps.>

<cutscene - on the sidewalk>

Pathos Yo thanks, son. You, you a child of the street. You know the truth when you see it. Man, I'm going to immortalize you. Niko   Thanks, man. I'll catch you around.

--- PATHOS 2 (#pat2) ---

<cutscene - on a sidewalk in Star Junction>

Pathos Player - you's already a fan of Pathos. I know that... good to see you man. Give it up! [handshake] Niko   So how is the rap game? Pathos Cold, man, but that's all part of the struggle. Niko   Sure. Pathos I cut a new CD - "Pathos - From Suffering and Back Again". Niko   How cheerful. Pathos I ain't into that club shit. I got a message, and bitches better listen. Fool   [down the street] You better start listening to me, bitch! Pathos What you say? Fool   You all tough when your boyfriend's around, Mr. Pathetic. Pathos You're ignorant, fool. Fool   And you're a fucking fag. [throws cup]

<Pathos runs over to fight the guys, but they shoot him before he gets close. Niko kills them both.>

Pathos Son, son, get my ass a car. I'm dying here! On the fucking street!

<cutscene - outside the hospital in Lancet>

Pathos Son. You done helped Pathos again. You definitely getting a note on my       album sleeve. Thanking you right after God and my momma. Niko   Get yourself stitched up. Good luck, man.

--- MARNIE 1 (#ma1) ---

<cutscene - at a bench in the City Hall park>

Marnie Hey, mister. Niko    Yes? Marnie Hey, mister... you got... got some junk? Niko   No. Marnie  Shit. I'm... I'm really starting to jones pretty bad. Niko   How old are you? Marnie Old enough... Niko   No! I didn't mean like that. Marnie Hah! Niko   Ain't you got a home or something? Marnie Ain't you got a life, or do you have to always interfere in other people's? Niko   I'm sorry. See you later. Marnie Hey mister, come back here! I'll fuck you for five bucks. Niko   No! What's wrong with you? Marnie I need funk... I need money... Niko   You shouldn't be fucking strange men for money. I'll give you some money. Marnie I need junk... more than money... I know a place where we can get some. Will you take me there, mister, please? Niko   Come on, then.

Marnie He's over on Koresh Square in Alderney City.

<driving - going to Koresh Square - A>

Niko   Why don't you ease up on this stuff? Go to a center, get yourself clean. You don't want a substance controlling your life. Marnie What the fuck? People just try to tell me what to do. Go to school, read this, practice that, suck these. I hate everyone. Just, just leave me the fuck alone. Niko   Leave you alone so you can sell your ass for some junk? Marnie Yeah, well, I'm happy where I am. I was, at least. When my habit was five bags a day, I could survive off panhandling. Niko   If you can't get the money together, then maybe you should cut back on        your habit. Marnie I can get the money together, it just takes a little improvisation. Like finding you in the park, I knew you'd help me. Niko   How's that? Marnie I dunno, something in your eyes. You look like you've got a good heart. Niko   I don't know about that. Marnie You do, most guys would have fucked me and left me by the side of the road already. You're nice. What's your name? Niko   Niko Bellic. Marnie Nice to meet you, Niko. I'm Marnie. Man, I'm jonesing, hard. It's been too long. Fuck. Niko   This shit is in control of you. Think about going to a clinic. Marnie Turn myself into some methadone zombie? I don't think so. I quit, I do       it cold turkey and by myself. Not that I wanna quit. I'm having too much fun. Niko   You seem to be having a great time.

<driving - going to Koresh Square - B>

Niko   This guy who sells you the junk, he's your pimp as well? Marnie I don't have a pimp. I'm freelance. I look after myself. Niko   He a john then? Marnie Sometimes he lets me pay for a bag without using money, if that's what you mean. Don't think anyone's given me anything for free since I got to this city. Apart from you, that is. This is still free, right? You don't want me to fuck you? Niko   No, I don't want you to fuck me. I don't want you to fuck your dealer either. Marnie What's your name then? I should know the name of the one guy who's       given me anything for free. Niko   Niko Bellic. Marnie Actually, when I got the clap, that was for free. Herpes too. I did not pay for that. Niko   You know the names of the people who gave them to you? Marnie I don't, Niko. I ain't got a clue. Anyway, I'm Marnie. Shit, I'm       jonesing real bad now. Niko   Wasn't your first bag of junk free? That's how they get you hooked, right? Marnie The gift that keeps on giving. Best thing that ever happened to me. Best feeling in the world. Better than anything, better than love. Niko   Especially if love means fucking some guy on the park bench for five dollars. Marnie No need to be mean, man. We all do what we gotta do to survive. I bet you done things you ain't proud of? Niko   I have. But I did those things so I could survive. This shit you do, it's for junk. That ain't survival. It's a slow death.

<in an alley off Koresh Square>

Marnie Hey, this is it. You got the cash? Niko   Here you go. Good luck to you, kid. You need it. Marnie Thanks, Niko. You're real sweet.

--- MARNIE 2 (#ma2) ---

<cutscene - on a sidewalk in Varsity Heights>

Marnie Hey, Niko. Niko   Hey. Marnie Niko, it's Marnie! Niko   Hey! How are you? Are you off the heroin? Marnie Mostly... Niko   Right... okay. Marnie It is okay... fucking dick! Niko   Calm down! I'll Marnie Fuck you! Niko   What's wrong? Marnie I can't do it any more... I can't do it! I've really fucked up this time. I screwed over a john. I'm gonna get killed! And I'm not really like this... Niko   No? What kind of heroin addicted prostitute are you like? Marnie I've got a nice family... I'm just fucked up. I've got to go home. Can you take me to the station? I've got a mom and a dad... and they're not so bad. I've got to go home. Niko   Where's home? Marnie The Midwest... I mean it's pretty boring... but this is no life. I       mean, look at me. I was a fucking cheerleader once! Niko   Hey, come on, let's go.

Marnie I gotta get to Grand Easton Terminal.

<driving - taking Marnie to the station - A>

Niko   This is a good move. How long have you been living on the streets? Marnie Ever since I got to this city. On my way here I actually thought it was gonna be different. Thought that in Liberty City everybody was a       somebody. Maybe some big producer was going to discover me on the street. Niko   Didn't go like that, did it? Marnie Well, some producer discovered me but I didn't exactly end up in a        Vinewood movie. I ended up with a two bag a day habit and videos of me       doing shit I hadn't even heard of on the internet. Niko   Motherfucker. Marnie They pick us up when we get off the bus. Girls and guys. Wish I'd known that before I got here. Niko   I wish you had too.

<driving - taking Marnie to the station - B>

Niko   So, you going home to settle down? Marnie I wanna go back to school. I was alright at school before I left. Maybe I can last a bit longer this time around. I need to get clean first though. Niko   Cold turkey? Marnie The sweats and the shakes is gonna be real fun. Need to get off this shit. Need to be strong. Niko   You're a strong girl. You can do it. Marnie When I first got here I thought that back home was so boring. I thought that real life was in the city. Now, I never wanna see this place again.

Marnie Here we are, Niko. Thanks a bunch. Niko   Have some cash Marnie. Look after yourself. Marnie I'll try Niko. Thanks. I was right - you are sweet.

--- JEFF 1 (#jeff1) ---

<cutscene - on a street corner in East Holland>

Jeff   Hey, how you doin'? Niko   Uh, good. How are you? Jeff   Well, I'm shit, to be perfectly frank, buddy. fuckin' shit. Niko   What? Jeff   Terrible. Niko   Oh. What's wrong with you? Jeff   Me? My life's a fucking train wreck. I cannot believe this is happening to me. Bitch! Bitch! Bitch! Niko   Hey, come on, calm down. Jeff   Fucking bitch. Niko   Who are you talking about? Who's this bitch? Jeff   My fucking whore of a fucking wife, that's who! Niko   Okay. What did she do? Jeff   My lovely bride, the mother of my son is up there, right now, fucking some prick behind my back. After all I've done for that tramp, whore. Ah! [clutches chest] Niko   Hey, you okay? Hey come on, calm down. You're going to do yourself some serious damage if you keep going on like that. Jeff   It's only angina. Come on, Jeff, be calm. Jeff, be cool. Come on, champ. You can do this. Be a winner. Niko   Hey, mister - are you okay? Jeff   I'm a winner. I can do anything. Niko   Great. See you later. Jeff   Hey you know, you could do me a favor here. You know. Niko   What? Jeff   Take some photos. Text 'em to me. Niko   You want me to text you photos of your own wife? Jeff   I'll pay buddy. I've got a black card! Niko   I'm afraid I only take cash. Jeff   I'll give you cash. Alright? Five hundred. Just follow 'em. Take some photos. Text 'em to me. Come on! Here they come. Here's my card.

<phonecall to Jeff - after taking and sending the photo>

Jeff   The bitch, the cum-guzzling bitch. She kisses our kid with that mouth. I love her so much. Oh, calm Jeff, calm, be calm, calm down. Niko   Take your own advice, Jeff. Be calm. This don't necessarily mean she's       cheating on you.

<phonecall to Jeff - if you kill his wife>

Niko   Jeff, you lucky bastard. You don't have to worry about that bitch no       more. I fucking iced her. Jeff   Oh my God, Jeff, what have you done? You employed a psychopath and he       killed the woman you love... the mother of your child. Why? Why? Why?

<phonecall to Jeff - if you kill his wife's friend>

Niko   Jeff, I didn't like the look of the guy your wife was with so I killed him. No thanks necessary. Jeff   You fucking killed him? God! He was probably just a friend or her pilates instructor or something. You crazy bastard, she'll never get over this.

--- JEFF 2 (#jeff2) ---

<phonecall from Jeff>

Jeff   Hey, this is Jeff. Yeah, you remember, that happy go lucky guy? The one you told about his two-faced, cheating slut of a wife. Niko   I just took some photos. But, yeah. How you doing now, anyway? You leave that bitch? Jeff   You could say I cut some ties. Meet me at the garage off Silicon Street at the north east corner of Middle Park. I need your help.

<cutscene - in the parking garage>

Jeff   Hey! Niko   What's going on? Jeff   Yeah... I got a bit of a problem. Bit of a big fucking problem. Niko   What's going on? Jeff   Yeah, Jeff really did it this time. Jeff wen't too far. Jeff's been a       bad boy. A really bad boy. Niko   What are you saying lunatic? Jeff   Remember my wife Shirley? She had an accident... in the kitchen. Niko   What kind of an accident? Jeff   The kind of accident where you stab yourself fifty fucking times with a        kitchen knife, you fucking whore. Fuck my friend will you? Huh? Well, who's laughing now? Bitch! Huh? Not you. You're fucking dead whore! Niko   Hey, buddy! Whoa! Calm down! Jeff   Hey! fuck you! [aims gun] Niko   Don't be an idiot. Now, what do you want me to do? Jeff   Get rid of her and get rid of the car. Hey? Niko   Okay, but it's going to cost you. Five grand. Jeff   Sure. Whatever. Niko   Give me the keys. Put the gun away. Jeff   Yeah. Okay thanks. Oh, Jeff really messed up this time, didn't he? Oh. Niko   Get out of here. Jeff   Yeah... yeah...

<phonecall to Jeff - after destroying the car>

Niko   I got rid of that body for you. You should be clean. Now all you need to worry about is your conscience. Jeff   The whore, she brought this on herself! Practically stabbed herself by       letting him give it to her. Thanks.

--- JEFF 3 (#jeff3) ---

<cutscene - across the street from a diner in Little Italy>

[Jeff's sitting on a park bench, watching through binoculars as Niko happens to walk in front of him.] Jeff   Aw, come on! Niko   Excuse me. I didn't see... you... Jeff   Hey! How you doing? Niko   Good. Jeff   Hey, you remember me? Yeah you do, huh? Yeah, you took those photos of       my wife. Niko   Yeah. Jeff   My late wife. Niko   Yes, I remember you. Jeff   Yeah, yeah... I owe you. Jeff owes you. Jeff and you, you know? Buddies. Pals. Yeah? We've been through some shit together. Didn't we? Niko   I don't know about that. Jeff   I swear I feel I can tell you things. Niko   Please, don't. Jeff    My, ya know, life hasn't always been kind. My mom, you know. She left my dad. And my dad, well... Niko   Very fucking interesting. Jeff   I need a fucking friend, man! My life is hell! Alright? Oh, I got married again. Yeah, yeah. That's right. She's a nice girl. Or so I       thought. Niko   Here we go. Jeff   She's up there right now. She's having a drink with her ex. Yeah, she's       touching his leg and she's getting all wet... Niko   You've got to calm down. Jeff   I need you to kill her. Niko   What? Jeff   I'll pay. Niko   You're deranged! Jeff   Well then screw you. Screw you. Screw you! Niko   Calm down. Jeff   Don't tell me to calm down! Niko   Calm down, before I give you injury. Jeff   Goddamn you! You're just like all the rest!

<Jeff walks into the street toward the diner and gets run over by a sportscar. The driver gets out and dials 911.>

Driver [to phone] Hello? Is this the police?... Look, I'm bloody sorry about this but I think I've run some poor chap over. He looks dead... Of       course I'll hold.

<He drives off.>

--- CHERISE (#cg1) ---

<cutscene - on a street corner in Northwood>

Cherise Niko! Niko! Niko   Hey... uh, do I know you? Cherise Yeah, you know me... Cherise? I used to go out with Dwayne. You... you know, you... Niko   I spared you? Cherise Yeah. Niko   Why did you stop me? What do you want? Cherise Well I just wanted to say thank you, you know, for your kindness. Niko   Huh, I'm not always kind. Don't worry about it. What are you up to? Cherise Well, after... after what happened, you know, I just wanted to change my life, turn things around. You know, no more gang bangers and drug dealers. Turn over a new leaf, you know? Niko   Good for you. Cherise Yeah, and things was... they were going pretty well, but... I like danger. The only thing is... danger don't like me! [crying] Niko   Hey, hey... What's wrong? Cherise Nothing. It's my own stupid fault. I deserve to be hit. Niko   Who's hitting you? Cherise My boyfriend. Please don't do anything! Niko   I'm not going to kill him. I'm just going to teach him not to hit women.

Cherise He over in the project up on Frankfort Avenue, please don't kill him.

<driving - heading up to the project - A>

Niko   Maybe your problem is getting involved with all these drug dealers and two bit pushers? Cherise I had some bad luck with my men. You right, I should find a man who ain't in the life. Niko   Get rid of this guy before thinking about another.

<driving - heading up to the project - B>

Niko   If I tell this guy to stay the fuck away from you, I don't want to hear about you going back to him. Cherise You right, I'll stay away from him. Won't mess with no more gangsters, no more thugs. Cherise is gonna get her ass outta the ghetto.

Cherise That's the thug over there! Niko   Wait here, I'll teach him his lesson. [Niko approaches the thug.] Niko   Hey, you think beating women is cool? Thug   Hell, you talking about Cherise? How that bitch expected to learn if I       ain't giving her the stick? I give her the carrot as well but she don't       complain about that. Niko   You won't think this is so funny when you're the one crying like a        bitch.

<after severely damaging the thug>

Niko   Stay the fuck away from Cherise and any other women you'd think about beating. Thug   Yo, yo, bitch won't get no more calls from this fool. Yo I staying away from everybody. Not even gonna look at a bitch. For real.

<cutscene - on the sidewalk>

Niko   He ain't going to beat you no more. Get out, away from here. I gave you a chance when I first met you. Use it. Cherise I'm gonna try. That's the least I can do. See you and thanks.

--- CLARENCE (#cl1) ---

<cutscene - outside the East Holland projects>

CL     Hey, player... Niko   Hey. CL     Remember me? Niko   No, not really. CL     You made me beg, player... "please don't kill me boss." Remember that? Niko   Yes... I remember that. So, did you reform, like you promised? CL     Well, let's just say I made some changes, player... I made some changes. Niko   Good for you. CL     Yeah, I decided I wasn't going to let nobody make me... beg anymore. [Clarence pulls out a pistol.] Niko   Come on, man, don't be a dick... CL     I might be a dick, but you's a bitch...

<Niko kills Clarence.>

--- IVAN (#ib1) ---

<cutscene - on a corner in Acter>

Ivan   Niko, isn't it? Niko   Yes... who are you? Ivan   Ivan... you don't remember me? You nearly killed me, motherfucker...       good to see you. Niko   Yes... Hey... Ivan   Shit, I owe you my fucking life... fantastic! I'm doin' great, man, life has been good. I'm living here now, doing very well. Engaged, happy, business is good. I love this fucking country, man! [pelvic thrust] What about you? Niko   I'm not engaged, a lot of people want me dead. Apart from that, the same as you. What business? Ivan   I lend people money. But all very friendly! Listen, do you want to come along? I've got to see someone just around the corner. Come with me. C'mon.

Ivan   They're just over on Berners Road.

<driving - taking Ivan to Berners Road - A>

Ivan   I heard that Vlad went missing soon after I left Hove Beach. Niko   Yeah, he wasn't around for much longer. A few people moved away. Ivan   I bet he went back to Russia. Typical of everyone in Hove Beach. Come to Liberty City but only speak to Russians. Of everywhere here, Alderney is the most like the real America. I love it, man. Niko   I hear the real America is all strip malls and clinical obesity? Ivan   That's a ridiculous generalization. They're good people. Good people.

<driving - taking Ivan to Berners Road - B>

Ivan   Shit, man. What're you doing in Alderney? Best thing that happened to       me was leaving Hove Beach. Niko   When me and my cousin had to leave, it wasn't so happy. Ivan   Screw that man, I'm sorry. I was sick of all that talk about home. I       came to this country to eat burgers, watch reality TV, and fuck cheerleaders! Ha! Not to eat cabbage, watch shit cabaret, and sleep with girls who couldn't even get me a greencard. Niko   Looks like you're in the right place then.

<cutscene - in an alley off Berners>

Ivan   Hey, home boys. Hit me up with that paper you borrowed. Homeboy Shit, you want that back? I thought it was a gift, B. You and us being so tight and all. If you and your boy don't get out of here, we're       gonna start taking this personal. Niko   My friend lent you some money and he wants it back. [The thugs pull out guns and everyone runs for cover.] Homeboy These commies is a long way from home, son. Send them packing.

<Niko eliminates the thugs, then returns to Ivan.>

Ivan   In-fucking-sane. You saved my ass again. You animal. Awooo! Niko   Don't worry about it. Ivan   No man, this means something. I'm the big shot money lender who screws his hot apple pie American fiancee three times a week. And you still ain't made it yet. But you're the one saving my life. Hang in there man, this should help. [he hands a wad of cash over] And it is a gift. Believe it, baby. Niko   Thanks, I'll try to hang in there... I guess. Enjoy the dream.

--- EDDIE 1 (#el1) ---

<cutscene - across the street from the AutoEroticar shop, late at night>

Eddie  Hey there, pal. Hey! Niko   Hey. Eddie  Hey... what are you doing out here so late? Niko   What's it to you? Eddie  Nothin'... just trying to make conversation... just trying to keep the loneliness at bay... you know? Niko   Whatever you say. Eddie  Hey... you're not from around here, are you? Niko   No, I'm from Florida. Eddie  [giggles] You're funny... you're a real joker. I knew a joker once. Lovely guy... Came to a rather unfortunate end though. But I suppose we       all do... [giggles] in the end. Niko   Okay... Eddie  Wait! Wait! Wait, mister. Do you ever wonder? Do you ever wonder if       animals... if they masturbate? Niko   Okay, listen, friend you're really creeping me out. Eddie  No... it's a silly question, I know... silly question. It's just I was wondering. Because maybe that's what makes us different... from the animals, I mean. Masturbating. Because it turns out we don't have souls, and animals use tools, and all that kind of thing... So maybe it's the masturbating. Maybe that's God's real gift to us? Niko   Okay. I'd really like to get back to planet Earth, so maybe I'll see you later. Eddie  No wait. Wait a minute mister! I'm sorry. I'm strange. I'm a weird guy... I know. Hey, hey do you have a car? Can you get one? Niko   Why? Eddie  Because I have this rather heavy bag and I really need a lift. I can pay you. Niko   Okay, okay. Eddie  Thanks! I'm Eddie, by the way... Eddie Low. Niko   Yes. Fine. Come on.

Eddie  Hey friend, this bag is awful heavy. You mind taking us down to the docks?

<driving - taking Eddie to the Alderney City docks - A>

Niko   You got a ship to catch? You going somewhere? Eddie  I'm not going anywhere. My friends are though. They're heading off. [giggles] Niko   That's a funny joke. Eddie  Joke!? Joke!? Eddie never jokes. Eddie needs to be taken seriously. They laughed at him once. But you can't laugh without a tongue. You can't point if you haven't got fingers, can you? That's what Daddy told me, late at night. In my room. [giggles] Niko   Easy there, buddy. Eddie  We're friends, aren't we? We can talk to one another... share things. Niko   Spill your guts. Eddie  Ewww. I don't like doing that. It's smelly. I'm kidding. Isn't the world strange and nasty? I mean, a girl looks at you, but it turns out she doesn't love you at all. It turns out she's a whore. Niko   You're kind of a strange guy, Eddie. Have you considered psychotherapy? You've got issues. Eddie  My only issue is I don't accept the world's bullshit.

<driving - taking Eddie to the Alderney City docks - B>

Niko   What you got in your bag, friend? Eddie  None of your business, nosey parker. You know, if you keep sticking your nose in other people's business you might just lose it. You might have it cut off and be left with a bleeding, bubbling stump of flappy skin and cartilage. You wouldn't like that, would you? Niko   I wouldn't let that happen. Eddie  What if it did? What if it happened when you were asleep? Niko   I don't sleep. Eddie  [giggles] You're funny. Everything sleeps. Even sharks sleep. But they swim when they sleep. Hey, have you ever wondered what it would be like to be eaten by a shark? Niko   No. Eddie   Do you think that a shark's mouth smells of fish when it opens up to        eat you? Do you think that sharks are evil? Niko   I think that humans are the only evil things on this planet. Eddie  I agree. You're clever. Apart from squirrels. They're evil. They squirm a lot when they die.

<cutscene - at the docks>

Eddie  Wait here for me, friend. Special friend. I'm just dropping the kids off. [Eddie tosses the bag into the water and runs back to the vehicle.] Eddie  Glad I got rid of that. Wouldn't want to get caught with it - people can be so narrow minded. Can... can you take me to Westminster?

<driving - taking Eddie to Westminster - A>

Eddie  I like Westminster. Lots of nice boys there. It's one of my hunting grounds. Niko   Whatever gets you off, friend. Eddie  Mmm, yeah. I like boys. I like girls too. Both are fun in different ways. The same ways as well. We're all the same under those layers of       hair and skin and fat. Everyone's got the same rotten livers and black hearts underneath it all. Niko   Sure. You should visit planet Earth some time. Eddie  Where are you from, pal of mine? What's your accent? Are you from East Europe? Romania? Bulgaria? Balkans? Niko   Hey, you're a smart guy. Eddie  Eddie's smart. Eddie's real smart. They always told him that. Eddie, you're smart. Why don't you play with the other kids? Don't touch him like that, Eddie. Stop it, Eddie. Stop it! Niko   Yeah, stop it, Eddie. Please. Eddie  [giggles] Your accent's funny. You know that you can hear accents when people scream? I can tell what borough people are from just by hearing them scream. I've heard enough Alderney accents tonight. "Oh God, oh       God." Ahuh! I want to hear some nice rounded Algonquin voices. "Please       stop, please stop!" Do... do you see? That? Niko   You're making me a little uncomfortable, Eddie. I hope you're joking. Eddie  I'm sorry, pal. Of course I'm joking. Do you think I'm weird? Please. I'm just a no bullshit kind of guy. So, so what's your name and what'd'ya do? Those are normal questions. Niko   Niko Bellic, and I do what I can to survive... to get by. Eddie  That's cryptic. Things must be difficult for you. Do you hurt other people, Niko. Niko   If they get in my way. Eddie  I wouldn't want to get in your way, Niko. I wouldn't want you to get in       mine either. Aw, we're good friends now, uh-huh? Special friends.

<driving - taking Eddie to Westminster - B>

Eddie  It's hard to say goodbye to people sometimes, isn't it? You don't know when to let them go. Have you ever had to say goodbye to someone close to you? Niko   I don't let people get close to me. Eddie  That's sad. I get close to a lot of people. Quickly. You always have to       say goodbye to them, though. It's really sad. Niko   What makes you have to say goodbye to them? Eddie  They start to get smelly. That's when Eddie goes out into the yard and starts to burn tires again. The neighbors don't like it when Eddie burns his tires. They don't know what the other smell would be though. They wouldn't mind the burning rubber if they knew what the other option was. No they wouldn't, pal of mine. Niko   You know, I already have a lot of friends. Eddie  I thought you didn't let people get close to you? You have to let down your barriers. Let Eddie inside. What's your name pal? Niko   Niko. Eddie  Don't push me away, Niko. Eddie doesn't like it when people push him away. Eddie pushes back. Niko   I push back too. Eddie  If I didn't know better, Niko, I would think that that was a pick up        line. I push, you push back? Beast with two backs. Number of the beast. Man and beast. Do you want to come out to Hercules with me? Niko   I'm not like that, friend. Eddie  What are you like, pal? Eddie is into most things. Would you let Eddie tie you up? Tie you up and have some fun with you? Have you ever lost control? Have you ever let someone else take charge of you? It could be       a wild ride! Niko   This ride is wild enough for me, so can you stop with that weird shit, pal? Now. Eddie  You are cold! You really don't like other people, do you? You don't       like to play!

<on Kunzite Street in Westminster>

Eddie  Here we are. Eddie's off to hunt for a nice boy. Thank you, Niko. Thank you, friend. I'll see you later, man-eater.

--- EDDIE 2 (#el2) ---

<cutscene - on a sidewalk in Berchem>

Eddie  Hey there, pal! Hey! Niko   Hey. Eddie  Niko, the Balkan sociopath! Niko   Eddie Low. The animal masturbator. Eddie  You and your wicked sense of humor. You're quite naughty. Quite, quite naughty. Niko   Whatever. Eddie  Quite naughty... do you like to get spanked? Like, like that? Niko   Excuse me? Eddie  No, nothing silly. I'm just being silly. Silly little billy! That's me! I like it thought, I like to get spanked. Niko   Fuck off... you're creeping me out. Eddie  No, I don't want to make you angry Niko. I don't want to be creepy, it's just my way. Niko   Well, your way is not cool. Eddie  Not cool? You say Eddie's not cool? I don't fit in with the in crowd? Well Mrs. Smith, Eddie's taken your star son, your prized little quarterback - and fucked him in the ass and then tied him up, strangled him in knots! And your daughter, your pretty little daughter, Mrs. Abrahams... Eddie's ripped out her intestines, just to see if he could feel anything. And you know what... he couldn't... he couldn't. Niko   You should get laid or something. Eddie  Oh, I just did... a little jogger down by the water. But you know what, handsome, I've got a hunger tonight that can't be sated. Come here!

<Eddie goes after Niko with a knife. Niko kills him.>

--- GRACIE (#ga1) ---

<cutscene - at the Ancelotti house on Babbage Drive>

Gracie Ahh! There he is! You. Niko   Me? Gracie Yeah, you! [yelling] It's him! It's that fucking guy that kidnapped me. Niko   Lady, I think you're mistaken. Gracie [yelling] That motherfucker kidnapped me! Anthony, Sal, Tony, Mark, Benny! Help me! You stay the fuck away from me, asshole. Help me!

<Niko kills all the Ancelotti men that attack.>

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--- ROMAN (#roman) ---

<dialogue - A>

Roman  Niko, you do not know how great it is to have you here with me. Before you arrived in Liberty City, things were terrible. Niko   I still remember the emails you sent me, cousin. You should have told me how bad things were in this country before I got here. Roman  Okay, things aren't easy for us here. But together, we are doing alright. America is an opportunity for a new beginning. You were in       need of one. Niko   There is no such thing as a new beginning, Roman. With every day we       live we pick up new baggage, baggage that we must carry with us for the rest of our lives. There's no dropping it and pretending we are fresh and clean just because we get off a boat in a new place. Roman  Stop being so dramatic, Niko. Time is a healer. We live and we forget the past. Nothing helps a man forget like ripe, round American titties. You have to move on from the things that happened to you and think about all the opportunities in this country. Chances to make lots of       money, chances to get college girls into bed. Niko   [translated] Chances to turn into an asshole. Roman  I heard that. I haven't forgotten our language completely.

<dialogue - B>

Roman  Niko B in the house... man, sometimes, I cannot believe you are here with me, really I can't. Niko   It's hardly been a lot of fun since I turned up, cousin. Roman  Correct - it has been a fucking nightmare. But that's not the point. No, the point is, fuck it. The Bellic cousins are here in the land of       opportunity and we are making trouble for any fools who get in our way. Niko   If you say so. Roman  I do say so, man. I do. I just did. It's good to have you here. Whatever shit we get into, man... it's good. Thanks. Don't you miss home? You've been here a long time. You never get home sick? Sure. I       miss things about home, but I, I... I think things are ruined now. Niko   Yes, I know what you mean. Roman  I miss the good times we had as children, when our fathers were too drunk to beat us, when there was food and the sun was shining, but...       Now - now I live here. And life is good. Niko   Is it? Roman  Yes, cousin. It is. Sure, this place is crazy, but so was home. And here, it is okay to be an eccentric go-getter businessman with a taste for fine women, wine and song. Niko   Is that how you see yourself? My God, you are deranged, cousin. This place has made you sick! Roman  Fuck you. I'm an individual, my friend. One of a kind. Niko   Or to put it another way, a freak.

<dialogue - C>

Roman  Man, I love this country. It's fucking amazing. Niko   I want some of what you're on. It must be pretty strong because I can't       see what you're so happy about. Life is shit. Roman  I'm high on life, man. American life. It's the fast-food, the cheap gas, the fake titties - there's a short cut for everything here. You just need to know where it is. Niko   Yeah, but most people don't know where it is so they stay at the bottom of the food chain. They stay there until they're burnt out or dead. Roman  That's because most people are too foolish to look for the shortcuts. They stay on the highway like every other chump. I'm an innovator, Niko. I drive off the highway. Off road baby! Every move I make is a       gamble. I'm going to get knocked back a few times, sure. But one day I'll find that short cut to the top. If you're lucky I might take you there with me. Niko   Tell me, Roman, why weren't you such an optimist back home? Roman  In the Old Country, the only thing you could count on was a bomb landing on your bedroom roof in the night. Here, anything is possible. It's the land of opportunity. They must put something into the water, man, because all I'm feeling is pure optimism. Niko   I'm going to start drinking from the tap then.

<dialogue - D>

Roman  How are you, cousin? Niko   Good. Roman  Good. Listen, Niko. I received an email from your mother. Niko   Good. Roman  She said she'd sent you an email. Niko   Yes? Roman  You know, I'm worried about her, all alone. Maybe... maybe she should move here, be with us? Niko   Yes - maybe she get heavily involved in car jacking and spend some time doing hits for the mob? Look at how we live here, what we have done. Where exactly would your aunt fit into this lifestyle? Roman  It was just an idea. I thought maybe she'd find America exciting. Niko   Yes - she loves crack dealers. Don't you remember? How she couldn't       move back on our farm because of all of the heroin dealers and the coke whores and the arms smugglers? She would love it here! Roman  You know, I love your mother - there is just one thing I could never figure out about her. One terrible black mark against her. Niko   What? Roman  How she raised such a prick of a son. Niko   Very funny. Roman  I know. I think it's pretty funny.

<dialogue - E>

Roman  What do you think about America, Niko? Tell me straight. You love it, no? Niko   I don't know, Roman. It is the same as any other place only louder. People don't know how to shut up here. Roman  I bet you would like to teach them, wouldn't you cousin? But you can't,       or at least you can't teach everyone. Really, you don't like it? The lights, the titties, the food, the opportunities. Come on, Niko. It's       kind of incredible. Niko   It's stupid. Everything is just advertising with nothing to back it up. They tell you you're eating the best burger ever and you believe it       until you're sweating out all the chemicals in it and the hormones are making your balls feel funny. Roman  My balls feel fine, but I did notice my man tits getting larger when I        was eating at Cluckin' Bell every day. Niko   Everything else is fake too. The titties aren't real and the opportunities aren't opportunities at all. To seize them you end up in       so much debt that you'll be a slave for the rest of your life. Roman  I cannot believe what you are saying. Do you seriously mean that you don't like fake titties, cousin? Niko   Seriously...

<dialogue - F>

Roman  You are looking at a reformed man, Niko. Niko   Who? Where? Point him out, will you? Roman  Don't be stupid, I'm talking about myself. I've come through the tunnel and seen the light. My gambling problem is under control. Niko   Really? I bet you ten dollars it isn't. Roman  Ha ha, very funny. I'm serious. I only bet on sure things now. I'll       only back a horse if the competition is doped, I'll only bet on a game of football if it's fixed. In poker, I play super tight - Buffet Car Jancowitz style. I only play the top ten hands. Niko   That still sounds like you are gambling, Roman. Roman  It's not gambling if you're guaranteed a win, Niko. That is the whole meaning of the word. There's no risk in what I'm doing. Niko   Sure, Roman. I will believe it when I see your winnings.

<dialogue - G>

Roman  What's up, NB? Niko   Not much, cousin, what's up with you? Roman  Not too much - I was remembering the Old Country, when we were children. Niko   It's a long time ago. A different world. Roman  A different life at least. Remember all those kids? Niko   Sure. Most of them are dead. Roman  Some, yes, but not most. What happened to Marko? Niko   I don't know. I lost contact. I think he went to Britain. Or to       University. I don't know. Roman  What about, err... Mila? Niko   Fuck you! Roman  Niko Bellic - still likes Mila Tadic. Niko   Gimme a break. Roman  But Mila Tadic prefers Roman... it's a terrible love triangle! Niko   Screw you. Roman  She did. Many times. But trust me, cousin. She was no good. I think she was the town bike - it was like a cavern. Niko   You're disgusting.

<dialogue - H>

Roman  You ever think about going back home, cousin? Niko   I promised myself I wouldn't go home until I had resolved certain problems. I wish I could be with my mother, but there is nothing left for me there other than her. What about you? Roman  Your mother is there, but for me there is nothing. The Old Country stopped being home for me when Mama was taken from me in the war. Here is my home now. Niko   Things are alright back home now. Roman  My mother would be here if she was still alive. She was such a strong woman. She'd have to be to deal with my pig of a father. Niko   I was sorry to hear of his death, Roman. We have not spoken about it. Roman  That is very kind of you, cousin, but you would be the only one who was sorry that he died. His only kind words were for the men who'd lend him money to get drunk with. Niko   Just like my father then. Roman  More than a family resemblance made them brothers, Niko. We know this. At least they didn't fuck us up though. For all their drunken meanness, we made it through. We're normal. We have healthy emotional lives. Niko   I think you must speak for yourself there. Not many would call me       emotionally balanced. Roman  Not many know you as well as I do. You're a big softie at heart. You're       not as cold as you make out, cousin.

<dialogue - I>

Roman  You good, man? Niko   Yes. Roman  Me too. I mean, it's nonstop craziness, but I'm happy. You, you know what? I'm glad you came here. It's good to be living in this madhouse with family. Niko   Sure. Roman  Before you got here, I was on the bottom - people spat on me. Niko   And now? Roman  Now they still spit on me, but at least I know I have you here. It's       been tough, but I've had a great time. Niko   Thank you cousin. I am glad I came here too. Not because of the place. It's interesting, but also strange. Too noisy. I am glad because of       you. To have a real friend in the world, that was all I think I ever wanted, and in you, I have that person. Roman  Thank you, cousin. Niko   You are the man I wanted to be, Roman - happy, kind, and a good person. Roman  And you are the man I wanted to be - strong, unbending, with integrity. Life is very strange.

<dialogue - J>

Roman  We're going to make it big, cousin. Niko   Are we? Roman  We are. Niko   What do you mean? Roman  I mean we're going to make it big. Niko   What's that? What's big? Roman  What I've been saying ever since I started sending you emails. We're       going to be on top. Fast cars, Jacuzzis, hot women, we're going to have everything we could ever dream of. I can feel it. The cousins Bellic. On top of the world. Niko   Take a look at the history of this city, Roman. The old white men who run the city today, their fathers ran it before them, and their fathers before them. The same names are on the new buildings as that are on the old ones. Roman  Alright Mr. I-know-the-history-of-this-city, what is it that you want? What are you hoping for? Niko   To get by, to have a life that isn't totally shit, for things to be a        little easier. You've been watching too much I'm Rich on the TV, cousin. Roman  No, I'm going to be on I'm Rich, cousin. If you're lucky, I'll let you come around my house when they're filming. They can shoot you in the hot tub. Niko   Great, thank you. I can't wait.

<dialogue - K>

Roman  It's good to hang out again, Niko. How you doing man? Niko   Fantastic! Look at my life. I have stumbled from one disaster to       another, and now I am here, and it is another disaster. Roman  Yeah, good point. My God. For a sociopathic killer, you're also a       really miserable bastard. Niko   Thanks, man. Roman  I'm sorry, but listen, man, you have to lighten up. Enjoy yourself. Niko   Enjoy what? Roman  Enjoy this. Us hanging out, living in this lunatic asylum, meeting freaks. It is fun, I think... and if it isn't fun, it's all we can do       anyway. Niko   Maybe. Roman  Not 'maybe' - yes - definitely true. Niko   Okay. Thank you. I will lighten up, learn how to juggle, maybe get work in a dance troupe? Roman  You dancing? Now that I would like to see. Like the death throes of an       elephant. Niko   Thanks cousin. You really know how to make me feel good about myself. Roman  Don't mention it.

<dialogue - L>

Roman  Avoid it as long as you can, cousin. That's my advice to you. Niko   Avoid what? Roman  The old ball and chain, the chastity belt they call a serious relationship. I love Mallorie but come on. A man has his urges. It is       impossible sometimes. Niko   But you love her, don't you? Roman  She's the love of my life, the woman of my dreams... she's amazing. It's just tough. Maybe it'd be easy if I was not an attractive man, but, sadly, I was not blessed with plain features. No matter where I       go, the ladies love me. It's that Bellic blood. They can't resist, can they? Niko   Maybe you have different Bellic blood than me. Roman  If women weren't throwing themselves at me, life would be easier. They make this hard for me, if only I was unattractive. I guess it's stupid to wish for the impossible. I'll just have to learn to live with the temptation. Niko   Good luck with that, Roman.

<dialogue - M>

Roman  How you doing, cousin? Niko   Okay. Roman  Good. Niko   And you? How are you? Roman  Me? I'm always the same. You know me. I'm an optimist. Life is always great. Niko   You're always waiting for tomorrow. Roman  Maybe. It feels better than always mourning yesterday. Niko   I guess. Roman  But what a yesterday! Man, this has been a crazy time. We've had some insane adventures. Niko   Yes - it's been crazy for me for seventeen years. For you too, but in a       different way. We grew up wanting to be free. And look what freedom was. War, killing, and not even knowing what to hate anymore. Roman  And hot tubs and fast cars and the chance to do what the hell you want. Niko   Maybe. Sometimes it feels like I do what the hell others want. Roman  Oh, stop complaining. You're pathetic. The one thing this country has taught you is how to whine. Niko   Fuck you. Roman  That's better. Grow some fucking balls. Niko   I will, when you grow a brain.

<dialogue - N>

Roman  You good, cousin? Niko   I guess. Roman  You sure? Listen man. I'm worried about you. You have to sort your life out. Before it ends. Niko   What does that mean? Roman  It means what it says - you can't carry on like this - fighting a war that ended, killing, running around like a lunatic, all this craziness. Niko   You got me into this craziness, here I mean. And you help me spend the money it has made us. Roman  Sure, but it can't go on, not forever. Niko   Yes it can. Roman  You'll die. Niko   No. I will go on forever. This is my curse. I can do this. Live this life. I cannot live another. Not now. Roman  I don't buy that bullshit. Grow up, move on, be, be free! At least think about it? Niko   Sure.

<drunk dialogue - A>

Roman  We need to get home, quick. Niko   Are you throwing up, Roman? Roman  I'll throw up on you if you give me any more lip, NB. No, I need to       place some bets. I'm feeling lucky. Niko   You're lucky to be conscious you drunk so much. Roman  I have a good feeling in my gut. There is money to be won, Niko. Wonderful dollars to collect from stupid chumps who can't pick a winner from loser, a bad hand from a good one. Niko   If I was a betting man, Roman, which I'm not, I would bet against you in this state. Roman  Always the pessimist, cousin. Always hating on me. You will see. You will see. Niko   I'll see something.

<drunk dialogue - B>

Roman  I'm drunk, cousin. Niko   You don't say? As usual, one smell of the alehouse and Roman Bellic is       about to vomit! Roman  Piss off! I can hold the drink. I am a warrior. I am an animal. I am       the beast. The beast. Niko   If you say so. Roman  A wild fucking animal. Ask any woman! Ask Mallorie! Niko   I did - she said you were like a wild animal... like a wild pig. Roman  Fuck you! You can't take me. I'm a maniac. I'm a beast. I eat! I sleep! I fuck! I drink! Niko   You vomit, you cry, you read self-help books. You are all man, Roman!

<drunk dialogue - C>

Roman  You see the way that man was looking at me? Did you see him? Niko   An ex-boyfriend? Roman  Fuck you. Fuck you, Niko Bellic. He was looking at me like he wanted to       fight. Like he thought I was a nobody. I'm a somebody. So what if I       moved here. Everyone except the Native Americans are immigrants to this country and even they were meant to have walked here from Russia when the sea was frozen over. Niko   I didn't know that. Roman  Stick with me, cousin, and you'll learn a lot. About games of chance, about hard work and opportunity, about pleasuring women - you'll learn a hell of a lot. What did that scumbag think he was staring at? I'm a       continental lager, he's just a domestic brew. Tastes like fucking piss. Everyone loves an imported and classy beverage. If I knew where he       lived I'd go there and seduce his wife. Niko   She wouldn't be able to resist you, Roman. Roman  Not many women can, not many can...

<drunk dialogue - D>

Roman  I'm sober. I had a lot to drink, but I'm straight sober. Niko   Sure. Roman  I am... listen, man... I'm seeing funny. I think I got spiked. Niko   What? What is spiked? Roman  I think someone put something in my drink. Evil people do it to women they wish to take advantage of. Niko   And which nice sailor in there do you think wanted to take advantage of        you, pretty lady? Roman  Firstly, I wasn't in the fucking merchant navy. And secondly, cousin and friend, fuck you. And thirdly, people also do it if they want to       steal your kidneys or your liver. Niko   Who would want your kidneys or liver? They must all be shot through by       now. Roman  Fuck you, I'm an alpha male. I'm at the top of the tree... Niko   Like a fairy. Roman  Not that tree... the tree of life. Niko   Oh, that tree. Stop talking shit.

<drunk dialogue - E>

Roman  Did you see those titties in there? I could have covered them with butter and syrup and had them for breakfast. Niko   What about Mallorie's titties? Don't you like them? Roman  Have you been balling Mallorie, cousin? How could you? She's the love of my life. The woman of my dreams. My own cousin is thinking about her firm sweet titties. You make me sick cousin, sick to the bone. Niko   You're drunk, Roman. Roman  That is no excuse for giving it to Mallorie, Niko. Just because I might not be able to perform right now doesn't mean you should step into the ring for me. I'll be on fighting form again tomorrow morning. Niko   Lucky Mallorie. Roman  Since you have got to Liberty City I have shared everything with you, everything. But I won't share that, no I won't share that. I love you, Niko. Niko   I know you do, Roman.

--- LITTLE JACOB (#jacob) ---

<dialogue - A>

Jacob  Wha'gwan rasta? Niko   What's up Jacob? Jacob  Boy, it's good fe spend some quality time wit de I, seen? Niko   Yes. Jacob  Not all work, work, work, y'know? We got to ease up from time to time, to see how the world turns, you know what I'm saying? Niko   I think so. Jacob  Make you tink that tings matter, when all that matter is that the sun come up and we have good time and laughter and ting, seen? Niko   I hope so, man, I do. Jacob  You uphill you know, Niko? Even for a shotta.

<dialogue - B>

Jacob  Niko, Niko, how's me main man Roman? Him still gambling all his money away? Niko   I am afraid that that is what Roman will do with any money he gets. Hopefully Mallorie will be able to straighten him out one day. Jacob  Mallorie a fine daughta, an him lucky fe have her, you know? Hopefully he won't gamble her away as well. Niko   Sometimes I think he would put her on the table if he had the chance. He doesn't hold onto much for long. I am amazed he managed to save enough money to be able to afford the cab depot in the first place. Jacob  Seen, seen. There's always people around fe lend de money to a man, especially if de man have a habit like Roman. Seen? Niko   Sure. Jacob  You think Roman's addicted to gambling, you tink him have a real problem? Jah know him, he can throw his money to dem con men, you know, star. Him a real idiot, you know? Niko   Maybe is problem, maybe he just need to get something out of his system. He don't like the cars and the guns as much as you and me do. Jacob  Any money I get I, you know me spend upon sisters or sensemillia. I       don't throw my money away, you know.

<dialogue - C>

Jacob  You all good, Niko, man? Niko   Sure. How you doing? Jacob  Usual a whole heap of trouble, but, me nah complain, you know. Me learn from me Uncle Bradshaw, you know. Niko   Really? You know him? Jacob  Yes I, in spirit and love, you know. Seen? Niko   Okay. Jacob  Him speak de truth, man, him know de way, him understand tings properly, you know? Niko   He plays good music. Jacob  Raas, him play de best music, man. Him play from de heart, you know.

<dialogue - D>

Jacob  Irie, man. How's it going? Niko   Same old, you know, getting by. How's Badman? Jacob  Badman vexing me someting wicked at de moment, you know, star. Won't       leave him place unless him packing more heat dan de sun. Getting all paranoid and shit. Niko   Yeah? Is someone out to get him? Jacob  If you ask him, every dread pon de corner is out to get him, but...        it's all dem spliff he been smoking, man. It don't do him head no good. Niko   You seem to be okay, and you smoke a lot. Jacob  Blacking up don't affect I and I de same way, you know. I an' I a chill dread. I don't like that kass kass in the way Badman do. The herb make Badman's head work in all type of ways it shouldn't be working. He       think his friends are after him. He ain't turned on me yet, but one day. You know, one day... Niko   Shit, I wouldn't want to see the fight if you two went against each other. Jacob  Nuh I, rasta, nuh I.

<dialogue - E>

Niko   How you doing, Jacob? Jacob  Okay, rasta, but, you know, not great, you know? The herb is gonna kill me up, here. The herb! It's bad for the head. The stuff here. Niko   Really? Jacob  The hydroponic and artificial and made with chemicals and produced with chemicals. Covered with pesticides... it's wrong. Man, it's wrong! Niko   Well, stop smoking it. Jacob  I trying, star. I trying.

<dialogue - F>

Niko   Jacob, is good to see you. Jacob  Alright me man, Niko, is good to see de I. What's happening with you? Niko   Same shit, cops still chasing me, still getting into fights. Jacob  Don't nobody treat you wit de respect you know you deserve, you know, Niko. All of life be about is respect, sight? You don't got nothing unless you got people paying you no mind, you know? Niko   Sure, man. I don't let nobody talk down to me. Jacob  Being a dread, being a rasta, is all about getting respect and ting, you know? Rastas weren't getting no respect, we follow Jah till we get respect, sight? Niko   Okay. Jacob  Problem be when man no pay another man no respect, you know? Each rasta be vital. Babylon a try hold rastas down, but Jah, him hold we up. We       say I an' I need dat respect, you know, star? Babylon downpressors is       where we get de problem in society from. Make everyting crash. Niko   Something made everything fucked up, man. I'll tell you that.

<dialogue - G>

Jacob  One love, Niko. Wha'gwan? Niko   Hey man - how you doing? Jacob  Good man, good. I was just enjoying some Massive B dancehall pon de       radio. Niko   Yeah, it's cool. Jacob  Respect due. Bobby Konders is hard man, you know. De sound is raw! Niko   Yeah. Jacob  Him are de real selector man. It's an incredeble sound system. Only in       Liberty City, yo. Man, music from de whole world come a here for massive sound clash, you know. And Massive B are de top notch, man. Top notch. Niko   Yeah - this city has some incredible music. Jacob  Respect.

<dialogue - H>

Niko   Jacob, what's going on man? You seem down. Jacob  Boy, me vex rasta! Badman outta him mind, man. Him lose it. Niko   It's his paranoia, man. He's smoking too much of that shit. You got to       tell him to calm it down. Jacob  I ain't saying nothing to him face. You no call no alligator long mouth til you pass him, bredren. If me tell Badman fe calm down, him a pull out de ratchet and cut I good. Niko   This must have happened before, how'd you calm Badman then? Jacob  Grandad was here back inna the days. Him tell Badman, no badda bawl, don't be feisty. He bring him right down. Grandad a hortical don, you know? Niko   Where is this Granddad now? Jacob  Boy, him back a Jam Dung. Cotching a de sun, man. Couldn't take de city no more. Niko   I don't blame him, maybe Badman should go to Jamaica too? Jacob  That could be de best ting, you know, Niko. Best ting for all of us, seen?

<dialogue - I>

Jacob  Niko, how old are you now? Niko   Shit, I stopped counting birthdays when I saw my friends die back home. I didn't think I deserved any more when they weren't getting any. Jacob  That's some deep shit, man. Some deep shit. You tink things like dat, but, you don't smoke trees. You need a spiritual edge, you know. You take anything? Niko   I drink. Jacob  Alright, Rum be a spiritual ting. It wake up your senses and point dem out to de world around you. Rum is I-tal. It made from the earth and it       put you in tune with it. It's a natural ting. Niko   I drink vodka. Jacob  Seen. Vodka be from de earth too. Inna Jam Dung we have de rum, where you from de rum is de vodka. It be de same. It put you in touch with de       spiritual side. Herb be the most spiritual, y'know, messa man. You smoke it, it open your mind to be what's going on in the earth. Niko   Thanks Jacob, but I'm alright with the shots of vodka. They fuck me up       enough.

<dialogue - J>

Jacob  Whappen Niko? Niko   All good, Jacob, all good. Or at least, I'm trying not to think too much about things. Jacob  How you mean? Niko   I mean, I'm trying not to worry too much about the things that are messed up. Relax, you know, have some fun. Jacob  Yeah man, I hear that. We gonna have some fun, we gonna sit and enjoy a       lickle silence, and enjoy de world as it turns. Relax! Niko   Cool. Jacob  We gonna have a whole heap of relaxation. A whole bunch of chilling it       out. Of silence, yes? Seen? Niko   Okay? Jacob  Then why you keep talking? Hold you corner, rasta, shhh. Niko   Hold your fucking corner, rasta - I was being quiet. Jacob  Gwan man, hard ears, relax. Unwind. Niko   I'm trying! You keep talking. Jacob  Whatever you say, messa. Whatever you say.

<dialogue - K>

Jacob  Alright, Niko, you mind me ask you a serious question? Niko   No Jacob, go for it. Jacob  What made you come outta you own country, what ruined it for you? Niko   War ruined my country, Jacob. One village fought another. Friends had to fight friends. Then, the West takes notice and you are watching your neighbor's house blowing up on the international news channel. Jacob  Rhaatid, Niko. Niko   Why do you ask? Jacob  I look at Badman and tink what could be turning him into the man he's        becoming. He's being ruined, you know, Niko? He ain't the dread he used to be. He used to be righteous man, now him a bad seed. It de coke dat he's doing, you know. Niko   Badman is putting coke in his spliffs? Jacob  Nah man, he be selling it, and it making him gravalicious. De whole Jam dung getting greedy off a des coke money. It a turn dread against dread. Rastas be fighting one another, when they should be cotching and smoking de herb together. Badman included. We should be fighting Babylon, but instead we are fight one another. Niko   I wish my country had an excuse as good as cocaine for their fighting. Sadly, is not the case.

<dialogue - L>

Niko   What's going on, Jacob? Jacob  Easy now, star, me worry about everthing with Badman, you know? Niko   Badman? Why? Jacob  Him want to be inna de mafia business, big time rude boy, all de time want mash up de place and broke down de place, seen? Niko   Yes - from what I understand he's pretty wild, but aren't we all? Jacob  Man, me worry about him, you know? Man me right hand man, but him big inna de cocaine ting and him want bring it in from jam dung, seen? And it no good. Niko   No - cocaine is a bad business, but this whole life is a bad business. Jacob  Don't deal wit cocaine, everything end up fine. If I deal wit cocaine, everyting end up raas clot mash up, seen? Niko   I hear you.

<dialogue - M>

Jacob  The world be a fucked up place, Niko. A place rammed up with fuckery. Niko   Sure, Jacob, it is. What I have seen of it at least. Jacob  Since you got to Liberty City, you meet anyone what wasn't crazy? Niko   No one I liked. I might have robbed some sane people, but I did not stick around for conversation. Jacob  Seen, Niko. you, me, Badman, we all crazy living de life we live. Niko   Cops chasing us, gangsters trying to rip us off, it ain't an easy life, that's for sure. Jacob  Maybe it's this madness, this crazy shit, that make de world go round. People say it be the rules, the laws that make the world work, you know? But maybe it ain't dat way. That's just Babylon keeping a rasta down. That's just bucky massa hitting our backs, making de slave ship keep moving. That's just dem downpressors in grey suits, making us       waste our life filling out forms and ting. Doing that shit instead of       really experiencing the world, the spiritual side. That's that shit that's shutting down life. Crazy rastas like I an' I, we don't listen to Babylon. It us a keep de world moving and jamming. Is us, and we       make de world I-tal. We give the world it's life and it's madness, you know. Niko   Sure, I think you could be onto something there.

<drunk dialogue - A>

Jacob  Boy, me drink too much, you know, rasta. Niko   Okay, okay, take it easy. Jacob  Me head spinning, me stomach turning, me all pyoua pyoua, me can't take it easy. Niko   Sorry Jacob  Shut up and mek me dee in peace, man.

<drunk dialogue - B>

Jacob  Now, let me sit in peace, Niko. You know me get funny when me drink and you make de world spin funny, man. Niko   Sure. Hang in there.

<drunk dialogue - C>

Jacob  Sorry, Niko, me can't... take de drink so good. Niko   No problem. Jacob  Me all mud up, me back to front, de world is turning, gwan wrong way. Niko   So you say. Jacob  So it is man. You know, say me are mash up man, me mash up, just mek me       cry in peace, man.

<drunk dialogue - D>

Jacob  You know me man, me hate de car, and de... and de drinking, and de       driving ting man. Niko   I remember - I didn't realize you couldn't handle a drink. Jacob  Mek we shut up now, Niko, and man, me wonder in peace why you have three heads all of a sudden.

--- BRUCIE (#brucie) ---

<dialogue - A>

Brucie The thing is Niko, there is something you don't understand about me        bro. Niko   Definitely true. Brucie I know it all seems straight forward - what you see is what you get. Ok? Niko   No, trust me, it seems pretty weird. Brucie But underneath these rock hard abs and biceps of steel, lurks the beast, bro. Niko   What? Brucie I'm a wild animal, man. I'm a raging torrent, bro. Niko   Sure - my English not so good. Can you keep it simple? Brucie I'm an animal on fire. I'm crazy. Loco. Lunatic. Look, all I'm saying, man, don't unlock the forces you can't possibly understand. Capiche? Niko   I'll try not to.

<dialogue - B>

Brucie NB, man. You ever wonder why I look so good? Huh? You ever think, what motivates Brucie to sculpt his body into rock hard, cut granite? Niko   Can't say that it keeps me up at night, but I'd guess that it's because you're a bit insecure. There's nothing wrong with that. Brucie You're a crazy bastard, man. Fucking crazy. I love you, man. I love you but you're wrong, bro. Okay, I'm cut like I am because I can. Most people are happy with being average. They settle for what a midsize car, 2.4 kids and a chubby fucking wife. Huh? Yeah right. Niko   I'd settle for people stopping trying to kill me. That's an average life I could go for. Brucie You don't mean that! Shit, you like to push shit to the next level as       much as me. As I was saying, people settle for the average and don't       look for any more okay? I wanna be everything I can be. I will pump iron, hit the cardio, juice to the max - I'll do, I'll do all that to       look the best I can. That's why I've got the hottest bitches in my bed, the sweetest rides in my garage, the coldest ice on my wrist okay? You know it NB. I don't let anything stop me from hitting the pinnacle baby.

<dialogue - C>

Brucie Let me let you in on a little secret, NB. Niko   Sure, as long as it doesn't involve what you really get up to in the gym. Brucie You want to learn something or you want to make fun? Niko   Make fun. Brucie Tough - it's time you learnt something, okay? Look, you're fast and you're powerful, but unless you turn speed into velocity, unless you have direction, you might be going in the wrong direction, okay? Niko   Thanks for that Brucie - really interesting. Brucie Yeah I'm writing a book. Yeah and I've got my own website - all about life coaching. Niko   Good luck. Brucie No I don't need luck - I've got vision bro. In short, my philosophy is: "Life is about making the best of yourself." Niko   Amazing. How do people do this? Brucie A lot of hard work down the gym, some excellent supplements and two-hundred egg whites a day.

<dialogue - D>

Brucie So, man. I was in the doctors office waiting to go in and have some shots in my forehead and lips, right? So, I'm sitting there and I'm       reading one of those women's magazines. You know the ones I mean? Niko   Sure, Brucie. The ones that give the teenage girls of America low self esteem and eating disorders. Brucie Yeah right. What would we do without them, right? Anyway, there was this article about bitches digging guys who don't work out. I mean, what the fuck man, what's that? Niko   Takes all sorts, people got different tastes. Brucie You believe that shit? Right? You believe that shit. Girls like poor guys too, right? Whatever. You crack me up, man. That's just a rumour made up by guys who don't got the bods bro. That's it. Niko   Yeah, I didn't realize that. I thought people had different opinions. Brucie Alright, look... look, when a bitch sees you all cut, standing there just out of the shower... water's dripping down your abs, your veins are popping out cause you're jacked, and your towel is like slung real low. They see that shit and it's just more interesting bro. bitches like hard straight lines, they don't like flab, alright? I'll show you a picture I took this morning when I got out of the shower. You'll see what I mean. Niko   I'm alright, Brucie. I'm really alright.

<dialogue - E>

Brucie You know what the secret to my success is NB? Niko   Yes, that bullshark stuff. Brucie No! that's fuel man, it's not the engine. The engine is my mind - it's       a steel trap. It's solid steel. Niko   I can tell. Brucie It's a coiled spring of pure power - and what drives it is control, okay? You've got to get more control. Learn to resist. Niko   Sure. Brucie You know what - you've got to learn to abstain. You know, once I       abstained from pussy... for six months alright. No sex for six months, can you imagine? I was so pent up. Niko   I'm not really enjoying the images that are running through my mind. Brucie And no masturbating, either. That was the hardest bit. Niko   Will you shut up? Brucie What? Niko   Just shut up. Brucie Oh. Sorry bro. Sorry.

<dialogue - F>

Brucie You know what, NB. You crazy immigrant killer. You know that I look at       you and I see myself. You know that? Niko   It's funny but I look at you and I don't see myself. Must be a one way mirror or something. Brucie That is exactly what I'm talking about, man. You can't see yourself in       me because you haven't unlocked your full potential. Look, between you and me, I used to be an out of shape guy with anger issues just like you bro. You're gonna have to trust me on that one because I burnt all the photos. Niko   I can believe that. Brucie Dude, I had low cheekbones as well. Thank god for implants, man. Okay, so I was this guy who was going nowhere and I changed my life. Hit the weights right, hit the 'roids, then the bull shark. I didn't get angry anymore. I was happy! In myself! Maybe that's what you need? Niko   I don't want to sound like a dick, Brucie. But didn't you get me       running around town, killing people, because you got 'roid rage? If       those aren't anger issues, I don't know what are. At least when I       decide someone's gotta go, there's a good reason. Brucie All I'm saying is I'm a more rounded person, that's all. Alright, maybe if you started to look after your body, you'd start to look after your mind, man.

<dialogue - G>

Brucie Let me ask you, NB - what are your personal goals, bro? Niko   I don't know - to find resolution, I guess. Brucie Whatever - you sound confused, pal. I know mine. You wanna hear? Niko   Not really. Brucie Listen, you might learn something important okay. My goal is always the same... to win! Okay? Niko   Incredible. Win at what? Brucie I don't know... win... at everything. Niko   Great - well you're certainly winning the tanning competition. I've       seen handbags that are less leathery. Anything else? Brucie I'm a winner, man. You need a lot of help, bro okay - to unlock your potential. To be something. To turn heads when you walk into the VIP bar or a high rolling environment. Niko   Sure.

<dialogue - H>

Brucie Shit man, I'm fucking done with it - alright. If one more person asks me I'm gonna flip alright? The hate is gonna descend and I'm gonna start breaking things. I fucking swear it, man. Niko   If someone asks you what? Brucie Whether steroids give you funny balls. Right? Steroids don't fucking shrink your balls, man. My balls are actually pretty big. Niko   Yeah, man. I'm sure they are. Brucie They are, man. You wanna feel them? Touch my balls and end this once and for all bro. You can tell everyone that juicing don't actually shrink people's balls because Brucie's are fucking huge. I was juggling them like melons just the other day bro. Niko   I really don't want to touch your balls Brucie. Brucie Come on, Niko. Just cup them bro. One time. Niko   That ain't going to happen, friend. Let's drop this.

<dialogue - I>

Brucie You know that people used to bully me, Niko? I don't tell many people that. We're close man, fucking close. Niko   Yeah, we're close. I'm sorry to hear that you were bullied. Brucie Yeah, man. Back when I was fat and had a weak jaw. I probably would have bullied me too. Fucking Marty Daniels pointing at me and laughing. Captain of the fucking football team, man. Niko   It's always the Captain of the football team, ain't it? Brucie Whenever I'm fucking a hot model, I see his face. Not laughing at me       now, are you? Nothing funny about the way Brucie rolls now, is there, fucker?

<dialogue - J>

Brucie You've got to work out more, man - you've got so much potential. Niko   Thanks man, but can we just drop the self improvement for once? Brucie But you're incredibly defensive. Niko   No, I'm not. Brucie You are, because you know you're not realising the inner you - you've        got to unlock your wild animal. Niko   I think I do that already - I think I need to learn to calm down. Brucie You need help. How many push ups can you do? Niko   No idea - twenty? Thirty? Brucie I can do five-hundred, in one go. Niko   Sounds fun. Brucie What better judge of a man is there than how many push ups he can do? No better - it separates the strong from the weak, and the wheat from the chaff. Are you wheat or chaff bro? I know your wheat, man - you're       pretending to be chaff. Niko   Good point! Sometimes I wonder why we hang out, then I remember it is       because of all the wisdom and vision I get from you. Brucie Thank you, thank you.

<dialogue - K>

Niko   So, Brucie, you're a pretty intense guy. Have you ever thought about giving up the steroids? Brucie Why would I want to do that? They're the fucking best man, make you feel alive. Man, when I got juice in my veins it's like nothing can touch me. I'm fucking invincible bro. Niko   You don't think they're addictive or nothing? Brucie No way, man. It's not like I couldn't stop if I wanted to. It's like, why stop? Alright, there's the balls thing which is a fucking myth, alright. My balls are huge. Then there's the 'roid rage. I don't mind it. Alright? I don't mind that it gives me an edge. There's no real reason to quit. Niko   But you could if you wanted to? Brucie Hell yeah! But they make me feel alive, and I look alive. I'm fucking Adonis bro, look at this. These abs are perfect. You can't get this shit without juicing bro.

<dialogue - L>

Brucie Let me tell you, NB, the most important thing when it comes to being a        winner. Niko   Not how many push ups I can do? Nor how long I can go without masturbating? Brucie No, but I'm glad you've been paying attention. No, it's time management. That is, how you 'manage your time' - Okay? Winners manage their time really well. Me, I break the day down into five-second chunks and plan out each five seconds days in advance and I keep a       spreadsheet. Niko   Great! Sounds really practical. Brucie It is. Practical sacrifices for winners... it's in the book bro. Or the new book. Anyway, anything that's a waste of time should be struck from the list. And you know what the biggest waste of time is? Niko   No. Brucie  Reading books - it is a complete waste of time - watch a fucking tv        show - it activates a lot more of the senses and makes you much more alive, okay? It's the winners approach.

<girls dialogue - A>

Brucie Hey, you ever see two bitches as tight as these babes? Niko   I dunno Brucie. Yeah, they're pretty. Brucie No, they're fucking hot man. They're smoking. We met up in a club and it was intense. Wasn't it babe? Girl   Yeah. Brucie I was standing at the bar ordering a magnum, scoping the floor you know, flexing my pecs, and I saw these girls and I felt it. They saw what I was packing and they felt it too. Didn't you? Girl   Yeah, sure. Niko   It wasn't the amount of money he was spending that attracted you to        Brucie, was it ladies? Girl   Nah. Brucie What you talking about man? These girls were as impressed with the body I was rocking... as the bling I had on and the readies I was dropping. Alright? Get rid of the attitude, you're a winner too bro.

<girls dialogue - B>

Brucie Alright let me tell you something... home cremation. That's how I want to go, alright I read this amazing thing about it online the other day. What do you think babe? Girl 1 No way. Brucie Why the fuck not? Viking shit is where it's at. Of course, you guys will be dead long before me - I'm planning on hitting a buck fifty. Seriously. Niko   Life seems longer when I'm with you... Brucie Very funny, NB. Argh! Oh my God - what is that, babe? Is that cellulite? Girl 2 Why are you picking on me? Brucie It better not be. Brucie does not do cellulite. Brucie does not do five hundred crunches a day so he can cuddle fucking cellulite. Niko   Brucie - chill out - who cares... they're real women. Brucie Above all, NB, Brucie does not do real women. I'm living the dream man. Viking dreams, baby. Christ! When I'm gone, you'll understand. Niko   When you're gone, I'll be one hundred and fifty.

<girls dialogue - C>

Brucie Babes, you ever think that there's more to life? I'm a winner, yeah. I       got a successful business, I got the readies, I definitely got the body. I can get hot chicks like you to hang out with me. But there's       gotta be more, you know. Niko   How could there be more than that? Brucie You know what I mean, I'm alpha. I'm the hunter gatherer. I dominate the fucking savannah. Eating wildebeest and fucking all the bitches in       the pride. You get me? Girl   No. Brucie  I'm a winner but I'm also spiritual. I feel that deep shit. I listen to, like trance music and shit. I burn scented candles and I look after my chi. Yeah. Yeah, that's right. You get that? Girl   Yeah. Niko   Makes a lot of sense, man. A whole lot of sense.

<girls dialogue - D>

Brucie Alright let's party, then... let's have a good time... you ready to       party, babes? Girl   Fuck yeah! Brucie Great... I'm glad we hooked up - you girls are gonna have the night of       your lives - me and NB - we're tigers, babe, tigers, tigers, you know what I mean? Girl   Yeah.. Brucie Tell me about yourselves - let me know your darkest secrets - let me        know what floats your yacht, sinks your swimmer, are you a crunches or        lipo girl? Are you an angel or a devil? Are you a good girl, or, you know, are you a fox in wolves clothing, you know what I mean? Girl   Got me. Brucie Let me put it another way, I've got great abs, but I've also got a big cock and a big bank balance. I'm the complete package. Niko's more your tough, and rough diamond type, but he's prime rib, all the same. He's a       tiger, even though he looks like a... you know, like a... Niko   Please shut up, Brucie... Brucie Don't mean to embarrass you, NB.

<girls dialogue - E>

Niko   So what you guys got planned later on? Brucie Shit, Nicky. We're close and all that but I ain't sharing these girls like that. What we're gonna do is private bro. You wanna have good time, babes? Girl 1 Yes. Brucie What about you, hot stuff? Girl 2 Naturally. Brucie Brucie's gonna put on some good shit for you babes. After this, we're       going back to my place and I'm getting out the massage oil. You like the sound of that? Girl 2 Yeah, yeah. Brucie You're going to oil up my arms and chest, then I'm gonna let you fine ladies watch me do some reps. I'll be flexing the kind of body you tell your grandkids about. And if that don't get you hot then call the morgue because you bitches have got to be dead. You looking forward to       that? Girl 1 No thank you. Girl 2 Dream on. Niko   They're real lucky girls, Brucie. Real lucky.

<girls dialogue - F>

Brucie Alright ladies... you having fun? I'm glad we hooked up, you glad darling? Girl   Yeah. Brucie Cool. You know, when you smile, I see a lot of good things. I see farmhouses and kids and a future. I've got a poetic side, babe. Can you tell? Girl   Yes. Brucie I'm a playboy, I'm a hunter, I'm a swordsman, I'm a rapier thrust into your panties. But I'm also looking to settle down. I'm looking for a       little gaggle of baby Brucies. You know what I mean? Girl   Uh huh. Brucie But I haven't met the right person... I need someone who understands executive VIP lifestyles, a go getter, a risk taker, a hunter, but soft and gentle. Niko   Where are you going to find a man like that? Brucie Very funny NB. If I could clone myself, I would. Genetically different, man. That's my motto. Niko   And it couldn't be more true.

<drunk dialogue - A>

Brucie Man, I love drinking champagne. It's the fucking best bro, fucking best. That's why it costs the most, because it's the shit. Niko   It's okay. Brucie You see how I went in there and I got the most expensive shit they had. That's how I roll, okay? I don't mind laying down the readies. I just wish more people saw me man. Niko   They saw you drinking the champagne. Brucie Yeah, but that don't mean they knew how much it cost. They might have thought we was drinking some sparkling wine... shit or something. You'd       think the barman could put a price tag on the glasses. Fucking asshole! Everyone would know then. Niko   You should ask them next time.

<drunk dialogue - B>

Niko   That was fun. Brucie Yeah, man. We're the fucking best bro. Nobody can touch our shit. I       mean no one else was flashing the cash that we were, right? Nobody was rocking bling like ours. No one could touch our bods. We're fucking pimps. We are the money. Did you see the way those bitches was scoping me? They love my shit. Yeah, that's right. Niko   I missed that Brucie. Brucie Oh, you must have been in the can or something.

<drunk dialogue - C>

Brucie Did you see how those women were looking at me, man? Niko   No. Brucie  They were hellcats, hunters, cougars, baby just like me. Niko   Vain, drug addled, full of plastic? Brucie Ah man, shut up, just shut up... why you always so negative bro? Winners are never negative. I'm a positive person. I'm the best. I'm       unstoppable. I'm genetically different, man. That's my vibe. And I'm       sticking to it. I fucking love you man.

<drunk dialogue - D>

Brucie I'm going to have to hit the cardio hard tomorrow. There were some serious carbs in those drinks bro. Niko   Yeah? I didn't notice. Brucie You should start looking after yourself more. Start counting carbs bro, hitting the weights. I got a good line on juice if you want some. Niko   I got enough of a temper, thanks Brucie. I don't want to think what would happen if the 'roid rage took hold of me too. Brucie That was just an offer man. Alright? An offer to a friend. I fucking love you man.

--- PACKIE (#packie) ---

<dialogue - A>

Packie Niko boy, how's it going? What's happening with you? Niko   This and that, you know? Trying to make ends meet. Packie Aren't we all, Niko. Aren't we all. Well, sometimes we're trying to       keep our heads above the water, other times we're trying to drown ourselves in it. You feel that way, you ever feel that need to       obliterate yourself? Niko   Maybe sometimes, I mainly try to focus my need to destroy things onto other people. Packie That's because you ain't Irish. If an Irishman ain't beating himself up       he's beating up his family. With me, it's myself. My pa was different. It's this fucking chop that's screwing me at the moment. I can't go out and look for chicks without it, but once I'm out I'm in the can most of       the night doing rails. After all that there ain't a chance in hell of       me being able to get hard. It's a fucking Catch-22. I got to cut down on the shit. Niko   That might be a good idea, man.

<dialogue - B>

Packie You alright Niko boy? Niko   Sure. How you doing? Packie As long as I don't think about things, fantastic! Niko   Sometimes, I think that is true for all of us. Packie Sure - I reckon it is - maybe that's why the world is divided into the drunk and the miserable? Niko   Maybe. Packie Although my dad was both - drunk and miserable. Right fucking idiot. Niko   I'm sorry about that. Packie He messed the whole fucking family up, I reckon. I used to think I       loved him, then I realized I hated him. Drunken bastard. Fuck him. Niko   Has he been dead long? Packie Yes, but not long enough. I wish he'd been drowned at birth, got rid of       the lot of us. Niko   You're not very cheerful today. Packie No... I'm sorry. Happy thoughts, puppies and little girls smiling and clowns and all that shit.

<dialogue - C>

Packie You're getting to know the McReary family pretty good, Niko boy. What's       left of it at least. Niko   You're good people. I like it how you have stayed together. Packie All of us except for Francis. We stayed together when it was possible. I guess we got Ma to thank for that. Taking us to church and cooking a       big lunch for the family on a Sunday. When Gerry first went to juvie, she kept laying a place at the table for him. That was until my pa got into a drunken rage one week and threw Gerry's plate against the wall. Niko   What happened? Packie Ma didn't even flinch. She just sat there. The next week, Gerald's       place at the table was empty. Niko   She must be a strong woman. Packie That's what I thought at first, now I just reckon it was denial. She's       got this power to switch off. When Pa would get drunk and do things. She'd just glaze over. I dunno, she's me ma but I ain't gonna ever understand that. Niko   There is a lot that I am never going to understand, Packie. A whole fucking lot.

<dialogue - D>

Packie How you doing? Niko   Okay, you know? Packie Sure - great apart from all the blood and the guilt hey... kind of       messed up, this kind of life isn't it? Niko   Yes. Packie But then, what's the alternative? Be a hero with feet of clay or be a       drunk and a thug and a killer, but at least you ain't a fucking hypocrite? Niko   I don't know. Packie Bury your brother, bury your dad, but at least you can look in the mirror and feel okay? Feel like a man? Niko   I saw my brother get killed, a long time ago, he was a good friend of        Roman's too. We never speak about it. Packie I'm sorry. Niko   I knew you could understand that grief. Packie Pain comes easy to the McReary's. Pain and remorse and doing whatever we can to forget about them. Niko   Yes. Packie Maybe we're all hypocrites. All imbeciles. Francis - you know about Francis - he wanted to be a priest. Niko   Really? Packie He got thrown out of the seminary, for cheating. He tried to cheat God. Can you believe it? So he became a fucking cop.

<dialogue - E>

Packie Niko boy, Niko. You still in contact with your family back in...       wherever? Niko   With what's left of them. I am not so lucky to have my whole family in       one city. Packie Us McRearys never flew far from the nest, we all stuck close to home. All of us apart from Derrick that is. He left us to visit the Old Country. Liberty City was never enough for him. He was always a       dreamer. That's probably why he got into smack. Took him to another world. Niko   Cocaine is a realist's drug, right? Keeps you in the moment. Packie Keeps your head up your own fucking ass, that's about as grounded as        you can get. Niko   What did Derrick want to find in Ireland? Packie I don't know. He loved the stories about the Old Country. The poetry, the songs, the books. More than anything he loved a good ruck though. He went to Ireland to find it all. An old romantic he was. Niko   The world has a strange way of knocking that out of you pretty quick, hey? Packie Life knocks most things out of you pretty quick.

<dialogue - F>

Packie What's going on, Niko? Niko   Usual kind of chaos. Packie Sure... sure. Chaos we all know about. Gerry was the only one who ever tried to live beyond the chaos. Niko   What makes him different? Packie I'm not sure - but it didn't do him much good, either way. I think it       was because of Derrick. Niko   Why? Packie Because Derrick was a grass. In England. He was involved in that business and he grassed on some people to avoid doing some serious time. And then went into hiding, for years. Niko   I did not know that. Packie No. He spun it different, but that was the truth. A grass, to avoid doing time. That's why Gerry won't bend - he sees it as his penance for the sins of his brother. Crazy fucking idiot.

<dialogue - G>

Niko   Packie, how's it going man? Is good to see you. Packie Good to see you Niko, anything new going on? Niko   Not really, usual series of shootouts, fist fights and robberies. Packie Shit, that sounds like a fucking extract from my diary. It would if I       kept a diary at least. The fighting bit mainly - drunken fights, sober fights, fights on the subway, fights with the family. Niko   Did your family fight a lot growing up? Packie Fuck, I practically had to come outta the womb swinging. As the youngest I was always getting me ass kicked. By Derrick, by Gerald... Francis tried to get me on his side, team up against the other two he       said, but I wasn't having any of it. Sneaky fucking bastard he was, even back then. Niko   People don't change, do they? Packie One time I remember Frankie and Gerald going at it. There was just this feeling in the air. This feeling that told me - this one ain't like all the other fights. They didn't stop. There was a look in their eyes. It       was fucking animal. Niko   What ended the fight, who won? Packie There ain't winner in a fight like this. I thought the only thing that was gonna end it was one of them dying. Ma had walked out when it       started, didn't want to nothing to do with it. It ended when they was in the kitchen, Gerry was on top just smashing Frankie's head into the floor. Then he looks up and he sees Katie huddled up in the corner crying and shaking. They both just stopped when they saw her. Kate stopped being a kid after that. You know what I mean? Niko   I think I do.

<dialogue - H>

Packie What's up, Niko? Niko   Well not much, you know... problems, solutions, usual sort of thing. Packie You sounded just like Gerry when you said that, all cagey and thoughtful, like I might be wearing a wire. Niko   I don't think you're wearing a wire. My English can be a bit bad. Packie Sure but you're like Gerry - a weird combination of crazy maniac and thoughtful controlled guy. Niko   Thanks, I think. I always liked Gerry. Packie I remember one night, years ago, a bit after my dad died, he came home covered in blood. Like he'd been rolling around the floor of an       abattoir. Must have killed someone, I guess. I never found out. And he       had this weird look in his eyes, like he was possessed. Niko   Yeah? Packie Yeah. Yeah, Kate saw the whole scene, him, insane like he'd ripped a       man's throat out, blood everywhere, the showering, the burning of        clothes... I think that was when she realized just what we were like - she was young then. She was never quite the same after that. Niko   No? Packie  No. well, it must have been hard, realizing your brothers kill people. Wasn't hard for me, but I always knew what life was like.

<dialogue - I>

Packie Were you and Roman always close? Back home I mean. Niko   Yeah, we always were. Close but different. A good team. He was the smart one, I was the active one. That's probably why he got out of       there when things got bad. I stuck around and life didn't go so good from there in. Packie You seem like a solid guy, Niko. I know you talk about this bad shit that happened to you, but I think you can get over it, you know. You're       a survivor. Niko   No one but me can see what is in my head when I try to sleep at night. No one has the dreams I do. And you only know this Niko, the one here in Liberty City. There are very few people in Liberty City who met me       before the war. Packie At least you know yourself, man. Fuck, I don't know what I am. An       Irishman, an American. I think I'm straight but when it's late at night and I need another gram... I've thought about doing some fucked up       shit, man. My family's just as confused. Are we gangsters or cops? Drunkards or priests? Some people call this shit Catholic guilt. I       reckon it's just confusion. Niko   Is very rare to find one word that can sum up a feeling you have. In my       language, in English. Is very rare to find the word that says it all. I       think is best to say nothing. Packie You could be fucking right.

<dialogue - J>

Packie So, what's up, Niko? Niko   I don't know. Not much. What's up with you and the family? Packie Same shit. Well, Kate's being a bit odd, but you know about her. Niko   Yes. Packie Look what goes on or went on between you two is your business... I       don't want to know. What I do know is she's good girl. Niko   Yes, she is. Packie I just wish she'd sort her head out - learn to enjoy herself a little bit more. Niko   She seems more sane than the rest of you. Packie Looks can be deceiving. She can't enjoy herself. No sense of joy. I'm a       lunatic, but at least I know how to enjoy myself... but by retarding myself on drink and drugs every day until I can't for the life of me       remember why I'm miserable.

<dialogue - K>

Niko   Packie, man. How's it going? How is your mother? Packie Me mother? She's fucking dying. Has been since the day she was born as       far as I can tell. Niko   Aren't we all dying from the day we are born? Packie Me mother in particular. I think it's the shame. The shame of her marriage to a drunken pervert. The shame of her children. I don't think I have to spell that one out to you, do I? Niko   Yeah, nobody's perfect. Packie I blame her parents. They were first generation, you know. Came over from some bog somewhere. Pure as the driven snow. Ended up in fucking Liberty City - the centre of sin on Earth. Of course she was gonna go       wrong. They coulda ended up in Australia. Beaches, hot chicks, fucking who knows what else. I woulda liked it here. I could have been okay. Niko   It ain't too late for you to get out of here, Packie. It ain't too late until you're dead. Packie I'll try to remember that.

<dialogue - L>

Packie I'm bored man. Niko   Why? Packie Because life is shit. Or my life is shit. Because I don't know...       because all I fucking do is cause trouble and then drink and do drugs. Niko   What's the problem? Packie I'm bored. I've been rucking and getting fucked up for fifteen years. Is this what I was put on the fucking earth for? Niko   I hope so, because you're doing a good job of it. Packie Very funny. I mean, I never paid any attention at school. When your family are drunks and killers, you don't really get all the moral discipline you might hope for. Niko   My father used to beat us, to provide discipline. Packie My father was a long way from a saint... I wanted to be an artist. I       could draw really well. It wasn't exactly encouraged. I was kept home from school so I could roll joints for my dad. Soon I had different goals. Fucking stupid world though, isn't it?

<dialogue - M>

Packie You cool, Niko? Niko   Yes, not bad, you know. Packie I enjoy talking to you, man. Enjoy hanging out, after all the craziness, recently and a long time ago. Niko   Good. I also enjoy our friendship. Sorry about the troubles your family experienced. Really I am. Packie Thank you. Niko   No problem. Packie It's always been weird. It's my dad's fault. He was an asshole. Niko   I know, you said. Packie I didn't say everything. He molested Gerry and me - then he killed himself - nobody speaks much about it... Niko   Sorry. Packie I used to think maybe Gerry had killed him, but I think he killed himself... Damn this is all so embarrassing - why did I tell you that? I think that's what really destroyed the family - the old man was a       sick pervert. Fuck. I never told anyone that before.

<drunk dialogue - A>

Packie Fuck me, I'm pissed. Niko   Me too, but I don't want to fuck you. Packie Ha ha, a comedian, ladies and gents. I've heard about Europe - it's       near Ireland, only the people there are backwards and hairy... Niko   Whereas you're really civilized here. Packie I'm civilized. I know a lot about civilization, I went there once. Didn't like much, went back to the madhouse... fuck me, I'm drunk.

<drunk dialogue - B>

Packie You ever been to Ireland, Niko? Niko   I have to say, I missed it on my travels. Maybe one day. Packie I've only been in me dreams, Niko. In me dreams. I ain't never left Liberty City. Before you get smart... Goin' to a federal penetentiarery... penetentiary don't count as leavin' Liberty City. Niko   I wasn't gonna get smart. Packie I'm going to Ireland though, Niko. I'm gonna fucking go. Mark me words. [singing] Oh Danny Boy, The pipes, the pipes are calling, From glen to       glen, And down the mountain side, The summer's gone, And all the flowers are dying, Tis you, 'tis you, Must go and I must bide. But come ye back, When summer's in the meadow, Or when the valley's Hushed and white with snow Tis I'll be here in sunshine, Or in shadow, Oh Danny Boy, Oh Danny Boy, I love you so.

<drunk dialogue - C>

Packie Niko, man, Niko, I just want to say, I just want to say, I just want to        say something. Niko   What? Packie Let me think, shut up and let me think, let me be. The whole of me       life, no one ever let me be, do this Packie, go there, hit him, touch me there... You're sick, you're all fucking sick, every last one of       you. Niko   What are you talking about? Packie I don't know, I'm pissed, I'm pissed and I'm saying stupid shit, about shit, and I'm going to hell and the world is ugly and unkind and full of idiots, and I have so much inside me, but I can't express so I gets fucked up and goes and hits a cunt... and this is called being a man? Fuck it, quite frankly, I'd rather be a fucking puddle of piss... Niko   You're fun when you're drunk. Packie Fuck you.

<drunk dialogue - D>

Packie You like poetry, Niko? I fucking love it. Poetry is in the blood of an       Irishman. Same as booze, religion, sodomy and fighting is. Niko   I too like poetry. We have much in my country. Let me recite some to       you. You do not mind that it is in my language. You must remain very silent. It is a long poem. Packie Alright, ummm. I guess I'd like to hear that. Recite away, Niko. Niko   I am just fucking with you, Packie. I don't know no fucking poetry. If       I did I would not speak it to you. In this country all you got is rap music. Packie Fucking America, you're right but I'm a fucking Irishman. We got more poets than bottles of whiskey and that's saying a fucking lot. Fucking Yeats and shit. You know him? Niko   Cannot say that I do. Packie He wrote about fighting and dreaming and fucking swans and all types of        shit. On his grave it says something like don't get worked up about life and death because people ain't gonna care and they're gonna be       walking over your dead body anyway... horsemen pass by. That's some deep fucking shit. Niko   Sure it is.

<drunk dialogue - E>

Packie Fuck me, Niko boy. Fuck me sideways. Niko   I don't got no coke if that's you're thinking. Packie No, Niko, no, no, no. I wasn't meaning anything like that. I don't       gotta have an agenda to tell a friend he's a fucking prince. But, point taken - I'd tell my pa he was a fucking prince if he'd rack up some rails for me. Then, if I was talking to my pa I'd be burning in the Seventh Circle of fucking Hell. You think I'd still need chop if I was burning in Hell, Niko? Niko   Couldn't tell you Packie. I wouldn't know. Packie That's where I'm going, Niko boy. That's where I'm heading. We'll be       fighting at the kitchen table for the rest of eternity. Fighting, burning, eating, drinking and snorting our way through eternity in       Hell. Niko   Sounds fun. Promise to invite me around when you're there.

<drunk dialogue - F>

Packie I'm drunk and stupid tonight. Niko   Again. Packie A-gain... a-fucking-gain, you're leading me astray, Niko! Leading down a no good path of wine and women and song and good times and tears! Niko   You didn't seem like you were on a good path, when we meet, I mean. Packie Fuck you! I was a choir boy! A cherub! An angel sent down to live amongst men... that's what they told me... Man, I gotta straighten meself out. I can't go on like this. I'm a fucking mess. I ain't going to make old bones, I know that, but I'd like to hit thirty! Niko   Sure. Packie I'm drunk and coked up every night - I doubt I'll see another six months and if it's much longer... I'll end up in prison like everyone does... Oh man, I can't take it. I can't fucking take it. Shoot me. Niko   Shut up. Packie Shoot me, in the head. Niko   You're drunk, shut up. Packie Fuck you. I'm not drunk. I'm sober as a lord. Niko   Whatever.

--- DWAYNE (#dwayne) ---

<dialogue - A>

Dwayne Let me tell you man, I never wanted to be no drug dealer. Niko   No? Dwayne  No. I wanted to be... shit, this'll make you laugh... you know what I       wanted to be? Niko   No. Dwayne  I wanted to be a cop. Niko   Really? Why didn't you become one? Dwayne This is twenty years ago - they didn't encourage black policemen back then... Niko   I guess not. Dwayne No... and I couldn't read so good anyway, but I could add up and I       could scare people, so I started slinging dope. The money was insane. Crack took off, and it went crazy. I had apartments full of money - whole apartments stuffed with bank notes... Niko   You're joking, right? Dwayne No... never made me happy, though. Made me fucking miserable, paranoid, angry, and I wasn't even smoking the shit! But I was good at it, the best. It was sort of fun, and sort of like living in hell; seeing your old school mates turn into zombies, and knowing they was going to be       your best customers. Man, what a fucking life.

<dialogue - B>

Dwayne Man, life is hard. Niko   Sure. Dwayne I mean, I was never set an example. In prison they had me doing all this therapy bullshit. Discuss your childhood, you know? Niko   That sounds fun. Dwayne My childhood, I saw my dad beat my mom. I saw her try so hard. I       remember once she got pops some golf clubs, 'cause his friend had some, thought he could be refined and shit, he was a pimp who couldn't read, fuck only knows what she was thinking, and you know what he did? He       broke them over her back. Fucking animal. I was glad when he died. Niko   Life is tough. Dwayne Damn straight.

<dialogue - C>

Dwayne How you doing, man? Niko   Okay, I think. Dwayne Yeah, me too. Shit's on the up. I hope. Although as soon as I say that I begin to worry. I remember my dad used to always say, "Expect the       worst, then you can only be pleasantly surprised.", he'd say that, then he'd hit me. Niko   He doesn't sound like a nice man. Dwayne Guy was a fucking fool. He got his, though. He tried to rip off some local dealers. I remember the night they killed him. There was knock at       the door. My mom cried, but I don't think she meant it, I hope she didn't. You know what I felt? Niko   No. Dwayne  I felt nothing man. Nothing. Not happy, not sad. Just nothing. My pop's       dead, and I didn't feel a damn thing. Shit is fucked up.

<dialogue - D>

Dwayne Man, we gonna have some fun... at least we better. Niko   I hope so. Dwayne Me too. You promised. Niko   No, I said let's hang out. If we have fun, it is up to you as much as       me. Dwayne People always let you down. Niko   I'm not letting you down. Dwayne Yeah, no, I know, man, I know. But they do. Niko   Sure, some people. Dwayne Everyone. People only out for one thing - themselves. I always tried to       live by a code. To be a man who could look at his self in the mirror. And look where that ended me up. A long stretch, no family, nothing. Niko   I know, Dwayne, you're a saint. The world's tough, you lived hard...       it's always the same shit with you. I saw eight of my best friends killed in a ditch. You are not the only man to have seen bad things. Dwayne Shit, man, I'm sorry about that. Niko   Don't worry about it. Just try to complain less.

<dialogue - E>

Dwayne You know what, Niko, I always thought of myself as a good person. Niko   I know. You have high moral standards. For a crack dealer and killer, I       mean. Dwayne I know. It's ridiculous, look at what I became. Niko   No need to explain to me. I am a long way from a virtuous man. Dwayne But at the time, fifteen years ago or more now, shit was crazy. I knew it was wrong, but I felt like I didn't have a choice. I had no       education, I had nothing. Nothing to eat, nowhere to live, and suddenly I was clearing fifty Gs a week. I looked after people and I looked after myself. Shit felt wrong, but it let me do good. I don't know. I       can't decide if all the people whose lives was ruined by crack were my        fault, or if I was just taking money any fool would have taken. I don't       guess it matters too much now.

<dialogue - F>

Dwayne Know what? Man... I grew up real poor. Niko   Me too. Dwayne And I remember the first time I had ten grand in my hand - after I        began dealing and shit. I had ten grand. Felt good, for a while. Because I came from nothing. We didn't have shit. Only an old TV, only old clothes, no books, always the struggle, and suddenly I had a shit load of money. Crazy, man. You can't ever know what's it like, unless you been real poor. I can't explain that shit. Niko   Where I grew up, we had no electricity until I was twelve. Dwayne Oh. Shit. My bad. Niko   No problem.

<dialogue - G>

Dwayne Man, I miss Playboy. Niko   I'm sorry. Dwayne I mean you, we, did what had to be done, but it's a shame. Niko   Sure. Dwayne I remember when I met him - he was always a bright kid, but he had no        street knowledge. He wanted to be in the game, but he didn't know the rules. We was closer than brothers. Niko   Things change. Dwayne Things shouldn't fucking change. Things hurt man. They hurt. Why you so       cold? Niko   I've seen a lot of friends kill each other. You're not so very different.

<dialogue - H>

Dwayne You know what? Niko   What? Dwayne I may be fucking nothing in this life, but there is one thing I ain't,        I ain't a fucking snitch. When I die, I can meet my maker knowing I did not rat people out. Niko   Good. Dwayne When I got arrested, they offered me all kinds of deals - take 8 years off my sentence, money in off shore accounts, crazy shit. I never did it. If I had done, life wouldn't have made sense. Niko   Good for you. Dwayne But I know somebody talked to send me down. Guess people gotta live with theirselves.

<dialogue - I>

Dwayne How you doing? Niko   Okay. Dwayne I'm depressed. Niko   You're always depressed! Dwayne I know. It's ridiculous. I need some medication or some shit. Take the edge off. Niko   I think you'll be okay. Dwayne You know what I miss most about Playboy? Niko   No. Dwayne  He was like my kid brother - he was like my family. Man, what I want most ain't a job or nothing. It's a fucking family. I want to be a dad. Niko   So get married, start dating. Dwayne Nah, I've seen too much man, I'm too broken. That shit won't work for me. I missed my chance when I started slinging them drugs. Life got too complicated. I guess I don't believe in second chances, in redemption. Niko   I don't think I do either.

<drunk dialogue - A>

Dwayne Man, that was fun. Booze man... it's the greatest thing. Niko   You think? Better than sex? Dwayne Hell yeah... because booze lets you forget, man. Lets you fucking forget. Niko   Not me. Dwayne Yeah, well it lets me forget. Lets me forget that I killed my best friend, because I was jealous, because I couldn't handle his success. You know that? Niko   You're drunk, shut up. Dwayne I'm a fucking murderer - I killed my best friend! Man, I am shit. Useless shit. Kill me, Niko. Niko   Shut up, please for the love of God, try to enjoy yourself, do whatever but shut up.

<drunk dialogue - B>

Dwayne I'm pretty drunk man. Niko   Me too. Dwayne Once, I got drunk and shot somebody, you know that? I never told nobody that. Niko   Cool, very good. Dwayne I'm a maniac, man... just like you. Niko   Great. Dwayne That's why we friends. We both mad. Niko   Sure. Dwayne I love you, man. You're my best friend. My best friend. Niko   Okay great... now, please, let me drive.

<drunk dialogue - C>

Dwayne You know what, man, I can't fucking stand it, I mean you go out, you start drinking and then the world seems okay, you know? It seems, it       seems people don't hate you, seems people don't want you to disappear, you get that warm, happy glow, you know? You feel good, fucking good! Feeling okay son, o-fucking-kay, you know? So you keep drinking, and suddenly you feel like shit. And you want to cry, only you can't cry, cause you ain't a fucking woman, and you know? Man, shit is fucked up. I don't know what I'm trying to say. Shit. Well, that's all I got to       say.

<drunk dialogue - D>

Dwayne Man, I am too drunk to think. Niko   Cool. Dwayne Too drunk to talk, too drunk to think, too drunk to speak. Fuck, I       think I'm seeing triple. Either that or I got a lot of fingers I never knew about... Niko   Cool. Please be quiet a minute, I'm trying to concentrate.

<drunk dialogue - E>

Dwayne Fuck man... I am drunk! Niko   Cool. I've been more sober myself. Dwayne You know what Niko? I love you man. For a fucking immigrant psycho, you ain't bad... I mean you dress like an idiot and you look angry and you're not much fun, and stuff, but I like you. Niko   It sure sounds like it. Dwayne Don't be like that. don't be like that. Don't be a dick. God, why are people always assholes? Niko   Dwayne, please shut up, you're drunk.

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--- MICHELLE (#mic) ---

<dialogue - A>

Mic    So, thanks for taking me out again. Niko   No problem. Mic    Yeah, I've never dated a foreign guy before - a lot from another planet, but none from another country. Niko   Okay. Mic    Tell me about yourself. Tell me about Niko Bellic. Niko   There is not much to tell. I just moved here. Mic    I know - and you live with your cousin - but what do you guys do? Niko   I don't have regular work, yet. Mic    So, what did you do in Europe? Niko   I worked, in tourism. In travel industry. Mic    Did you fight in the war? Niko   Sure. Mic    How was that? Niko   How do you think it was? Seeing your friends die? Seeing men have their legs blown off? It was... it was... it ruined me. Mic    I'm so sorry. Niko   Me too.

<dialogue - B>

Mic    How are you settling in? Niko   Slowly. Your country is strange. Your city makes people crazy. Mic    How's Roman? Niko   Okay. Mic    He likes to gamble though, doesn't he? Niko   I don't know about that. Mic    Mallorie said he was in debt, to some criminals. Do you know about that? Niko   No. Mic     That would really scare me. Organized crime, I mean. Niko   Me too. Mic    Do you think they'll try to involve Roman? Niko   I don't think Roman would make much of a criminal. Mic    I guess not... Interesting weather, isn't it? Niko   Very.

<drunk dialogue - A>

Niko   So, did you drink in there? I could swear it was just me knocking back that stuff... Shit, I don't know. I cannot really remember. You are a       strange girl, Michelle.... a funny girl. I do not know.

<drunk dialogue - B>

Niko   What was up with all those questions, Michelle? Are you drunk? I am       really very drunk. I do not like those questions. I don't want to think about it. Why don't you want to talk about normal stuff? Shit, I have to think about this stuff when I am trying to earn money. I do not want to think about it when I am out with you.

<drunk dialogue - C>

Niko   Why do you always go and get the drinks? If I did not know any better, I would think you were trying to put something in my glass. Trying to       slip me a mickey. I think that's what they call it. Is that what they call it? You were not slipping this mickey to me, were you? No, of       course not. I am just drunk. Very, very drunk.

<drunk dialogue - D>

Niko   Questions, questions, questions. When I am drinking, I do not like to       be asked these questions. Just let me be. I do not like to be asked questions anyway. Come on, I am a nice guy. Yeah, I have got into some scrapes. Who has not? But I am a nice guy. Can't you see that? Man, am       I drunk. All you seem to have is questions.

--- KATE (#kate) ---

<dialogue - A>

Kate   This is nice, isn't it? Niko   What's nice? Kate   I don't know... getting out, doing stuff, not working or fighting with my family. Getting to know you. Niko   Is nice to get to know you too, seems like I've gotten pretty close to        everyone else in your family. Kate   You poor bastard, you have. I don't normally socialize with people that know my family. Try to keep those two sides of my life separate. I       guess it's nice be honest for a change. Rather than me keeping secrets about my family from you, you're probably keeping secrets about my       family from me? Niko   No comment. You don't normally take the guys you date back to meet the family? Kate   Date? This isn't a date, Niko. We're just getting to know each other. We might be friends and that's all. I couldn't date you... someone like my brothers. I couldn't do that to myself. Niko   Alright then, this isn't a date. We're just two people, hanging out. Kate   That's it. But it's nice. I'm enjoying myself. Niko   Me too.

<dialogue - B>

Kate   So. Niko   So what? Kate   So, you. Niko   So me what? Kate   So, are you another one? Niko   Another what? Kate   Another one like my brothers. A tough guy with a death wish. A man eager to get into Hell as soon as possible. Niko   Probably. Kate   How annoying. What is wrong with you people? You men. Niko   What's wrong with me? Quite a lot, I'm sure. Kate   Why don't you want to live? To live a normal life, I mean - get married, have kids, not steal, rob, kill. It can't be easier, than having a job I mean? Niko   I don't know. I have lived a complicated life. I was in a war. Kate   Sounds like you still are. Niko   Maybe. Kate   Well, for a murdering, thieving idiot who can't talk about things, you're kind of nice. Niko   Thank you. Kate   Don't mention it.

<dialogue - C>

Kate   It's nice to have a friend who understands the madness that I've lived through. You know what my family is like. Niko   I do, but I don't think that any life is not mad. You were here in       America. You have had opportunities that most of the world could not imagine. Kate   An Irish family manages to make it the eighteenth century when or        wherever they are. The men in my family are just highwaymen and moralists, usually both in equal measure. Niko   I don't know if I'd agree that Packie was a moralist. He seems like a       highwayman through and through. Kate   You should see him around me, if a man even looks in my direction, he        threatens to rip his heart out. Niko   Well, is a good thing that we are just friends. If this was a date, I'd       be scared. Kate   It's nice to have a friend, Niko. I feel like you are someone I can speak to.

<dialogue - D>

Kate   What have you been up to? Actually, I don't think I want to know. I'm       sure it made you feel big and strong. Niko   Not really. Kate   Lord above - you don't even enjoy it? Then why do it? Niko   Can you do me a favor, and stop preaching? I'm fine. I am what I am, for better or worse. Kate   Fair enough. A life time of trying to sort my brothers out has left me       a little sanctimonious. Forgive me... I'm sorry if this is a weird question - what was the war like? Niko   It was great - you got to see people turn into animals and your close friends die. Kate   Sorry. I knew it was a dumb question. It's just, I hoped it wasn't so       awful for you. Niko   No. It was seeing your home destroyed, seeing members of your family die. My aunt, Roman's mother, she was... she was... she was raped and murdered. I found her. Roman does not know - he thought she died in a       house fire. Kate   I'm so sorry. Niko   The world is hard. What are you going to do? Kate   Maybe you're right. Niko   The war taught me a lot of bad things, but it also taught me to enjoy life. Kate   I like that.

<dialogue - E>

Niko   How is your Mother? Kate   You know, just waiting around and wasting time until she can join my        father in the eternal splendor of Heaven. Niko   Do you think that that is where he is? Kate   I hope so, I don't want to believe that every man in my family was as        bad as my brothers. My dad was a drinker and he sure had a temper, but I believe in my heart of hearts that he was a good man. Niko   What did your brothers think? Kate   They hated him, they'd fight with him and scream at him and run away for days at a time before he'd drag them home. None of the boys liked my dad, and he didn't appear to like them much either. He believed in       discipline, you know? Niko   What was different about you and him? Kate   I was his princess, I was the little girl. And I didn't give him a       reason to discipline me. I guess I played up to it even more because my       relationship with him was something I had that the boys didn't. Dad drove my brothers mad. I sometimes think that the reason they act the way they do is rebelling against him. Sorry, Niko. Talk about armchair psychology. I'm boring you. Niko   Not at all, friend. Families are strange things.

<dialogue - F>

Kate   You seem well, Niko. Niko   Thank you. How are you? Kate   Same as always - trying to deal with the reality of my awful family. Tell me about your family. Roman - he's your cousin... Niko   Yes. Our fathers were brothers. Kate   Were they close? Niko   We grew up the next house to each other. So physically yes. And temperamentally, yes. They were identical. But did they get along? No. They hated each other. They were both assholes, you see. Kate   Ha ha - I know all about that. Niko   They were wife beating alcoholics, who, luckily, were both what they deserved to be. My mother - my mother is one of life's victims. I was mostly raised by Roman's mother. She was great. An amazing person. When the war came, she saved up all her money and sent Roman here. She wanted to send me too, but I wanted to fight. I was stupid. Kate   You're still stupid! Niko   I know - look at the company I keep. Kate   Ha ha.

<dialogue - G>

Kate   Thanks, Niko. I needed this. Niko   You don't have to thank me, Kate. Needed what? Kate   Some downtime. A moment away from the craziness of it all - my family, life in general. Niko   With a family like yours, I would have thought you would have learnt to        cope by now. Kate   My whole life has been learning to cope. I sort of can, but it's those moments when you can just forget that I value most. Niko   I too have things I wish to forget. The things that happened to me back home, the war... Actually, I wish to forget some of the things that happened to me here, in Liberty City as well. Kate   I'm sure you do, Niko. Maybe it's something other than forgetting that you need though. Maybe it's a break from it all... a new beginning. Niko   I think we all need new beginnings. Kate   I was in therapy for a long time, Niko. It helped me a lot. It taught me how to get by, how to detach myself from people who upset me. Therapy works... it sort of works. Niko   I do not need some quack trying to get inside my head. Kate   I wasn't suggesting that, Niko. I was just saying that therapy is one of the reasons I'm still here today. Everyone needs a way to cope with his or her pain. I just hope that the way you choose to deal with yours is productive, not destructive.

<dialogue - H>

Kate   How's my favorite sociopath today? Niko   I don't know - how is Packie? Kate   Packie's not a sociopath. He's a psychotic cocaine addict, sure, but he's actually quite sentimental and longs for normality. He just thinks that he'll find it by doing 5 hits of X a day, and smoking crack at       weekends after a spot of bank robbing. He's my brother, but he's an       idiot. You're not. Niko   Thank you, I think. Kate   My pleasure. You know what, Niko, I really... I really... Niko   You really what? Kate   I really like you. I mean, not like that. I'm not into that. Not with you. But I like you. You're genuine. Genuinely awful, but at least you're not a fucking hypocrite. That can't be said of many people. Niko   No. Kate    I like you. I like what you are, and that's a good thing. Niko   Thank you. I like you. Kate   Thank you.

<dialogue - I>

Kate   What kind of man do you want to be, Niko? Niko   Here you are, coming with the big questions straight out of the gate. Give me a break. Kate   It's important to me. I've been thinking about you a lot and knowing your aspirations is important. Niko   So you care what your "friend" wants to do with his life? Kate   I care about the lives of people I care about... my family, my       friends... yes! Niko   Okay, you want an answer? What sort of man do I want to be? Kate   It isn't a difficult question. Niko   It isn't a difficult question if you don't care about the answer. What kind of a man do I want to be? I want to be a whole one. I do not want to be owned by anyone. I do not want to be controlled by the actions of       others. I want to be able to make the right decision and it be my own decision to make. Kate   You see? Not difficult.

<dialogue - J>

Niko   How you doing, Kate? Kate   Great. Niko   Really? Kate   No. Not really. I was trying to be more optimistic. My shrink tells me       I need to be more optimistic Niko   Why do you go? Kate   Because I want to be happy - because I want to move away, have a family myself, Niko   Why don't you get involved with someone? Kate   I'm not ready - I'm scared of all of that - you care about people, they die. I'm pretty messed up. Niko   You seem okay to me. Kate   You're scarcely a good judge. No, I'm not ready for a relationship...       but... But you're not ready either. You're a lunatic. I don't know if       you can change... Doesn't really matter, you'll probably die tomorrow. Niko   Probably. Kate   not be caught up in craziness. but if I was, I'd want to be with you. Niko   Thank you.

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<dialogue - K>

Kate   God, sometimes do you think - what is the point? Niko   The point of what? Kate   The point of life. I just get the feeling sometimes that life is       waiting between points. It's the period between trips to the laundromat or calls from my mother or dates with you. Niko   These are dates now? Kate   I don't want to get into that. But you know what I mean. What is the purpose of existence? Niko   For a long time there was only one thing in my life that I cared about. This one thing, it drove me, it gave me motivation in everything I did. Now, after everything I have been through, I am not sure that life is       so simple. There can be no one thing that gives us purpose. Kate   I don't know. I think life can be simple if you let it be. I think that life can have meaning. I want to be productive, I want to help people, I think that if I went back to school and became a teacher... Niko   This is a good thing to do, you will help people. You should go back to       school and become a teacher. Kate   Maybe I will. Niko   Whether this will satisfy you though... that is another matter. We want things because we think they will make us whole. There is a void in us       that cannot be filled. Kate   I hope you're wrong.

<dialogue - L>

Kate   Do you think this is strange - you and me being friends? Niko   I think if two people like one another... Kate   What is it that makes us get on? Niko   Our mutual interest in wine, conversation, art house movies and long walks on the beach... I don't know, maybe the fact that we both understand that the world is a fucked up place. Kate   Alright, why do we both understand that? Niko   Because we've both been through shit. We have scars that come from these horrible situations and we can live to tell the tale. Kate   You mean, we're both emotionally scarred? Niko   I don't know about you, but I have my fair share of physical scars. Kate   Okay, we're both survivors then. Maybe that's why we like each other. Bad stuff has happened to people around us, to people we care about, to       us even, but we have pulled through. We have survived. That's what life is about - survival. Niko   Sometimes I do not call my life survival, it is somewhere below that, but yeah. I take your point. Maybe that is why we get on. We're       friends. I like you Kate. I really do. Kate   I like you too, Niko.

<dialogue - M>

Niko   Are you okay Kate? Kate   Yes, good... no... no. I'm terrible. Niko   Sorry. Kate   I'm tired of this life - tired of this city. Niko   We don't have to be friends anymore, if it upsets you. Kate   Oh, shut up, I don't mean that. I like you. I really like you. You know I do. Niko   I like you. Kate   No you don't. You don't like anything. You tolerate me, like you tolerate life. If you liked me, you'd give this up. Give up this life, for me, I mean. Niko   I don't think men can change. Kate   So you could do this until you've killed everyone? Or until you die? Your life must be hell. Niko   You have a very American way of looking at things. Kate   Give it up. Move away. Grow up. Get out... you could be happy. It's       over. This life of yours. You can change. At least think about it. Niko   Sure. I'll think about it. Kate   Thank you. I'm not good at this optimism thing. I'm tired. Tired of       everything. Tired of myself. Tired of you.

<drunk dialogue - A>

Kate   Shit. I'm drunk. Niko   Don't worry. Kate   No, why would I worry? Why would I fucking worry? I'm half crazy, out drinking with a killer. Why would I worry? What in God's name have I       got to worry about? Fuck... I'm just a neurotic, aren't I? What are you going to do now? Shoot me? Niko   Shut up, please. Kate   I'm sorry... I'm so sorry. Niko   Don't worry about it. Kate   and with this family so fucked up I don't even want to talk about it. Really self indulgent, really idiotic, pathetic. Probably, you psycho. You're crazy.

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<drunk dialogue - B>

Niko   That was fun. Kate   Yeah great. Just great. I love drinking - gives you clarity. Calms you down... shows you that you really do hate yourself. Niko   I don't know about that. Kate   You already knew that, maybe... I hate myself and I want to die! Great... that's a sensation worth paying for...       Fuck, what is wrong with me? Niko   Calm down. Kate   I'm trying... maybe I better shut up. Niko   Maybe.

<drunk dialogue - C>

Niko   That was fun. Kate   Yeah, sure. Niko   Do us a favor? Try not to freak out like you seem to when you get drunk. Kate   Fuck you. Niko   That's better. Kate   Yes, fuck you, you creep. You fucking lunatic creep. Fuck you. You're a       loser. You're a fucking loser. Fuck you. What is wrong with you, you cold hearted creep? Niko   Please, leave me alone. Kate   I'm sorry... I'm so sorry... I'm so sorry. Niko   Shhh, calm down.

<drunk dialogue - D>

Kate   I'm drunk... Niko   Isn't that fun? Kate   Yes - great fun. Reminds me of being at a funeral... Niko   Then why drink? Kate   I don't know - because my whole family does, and they're such a bunch of winners! My mother! She's great. They haven't invented a       tranquilizer strong enough, but if she combines them with whiskey, she can get to sleep. My dad - he did awful things to my brothers, I loved him, but I knew. I fucking knew, and my brothers - look at them. Look at them... I can't take it any more...

--- CARMEN (#carmen) ---

<dialogue - A>

Niko   Hey, we met on the internet, didn't we? Love-meet.net? I'm Niko. Carmen Hey, Niko. Pleased to meet you. This is Carmen. Hey honey, you like the way Carmen looks after herself? You a lucky man, no? Niko   Sure, you're looking good. Carmen Carmen looking better than good. She's got her hair done, she's been for a manicure. See these clothes? They all designer, baby. Don't       nothing without a label touch this skin. Niko   Is that a fact? You must be doing real well for yourself, Carmen. Carmen I'm a nurse, honey. I got to clean people's asses nine to five. I get blood and sick all over me all day. You know what it's like to get blood on you? Niko   Sadly, yes. Carmen It ain't pretty, is it? I'm wearing some shitty uniform, I got crap on       me. I got to look good when I'm out of that place. It's the only thing that's important. Niko   Not your job? Don't you think helping people is important? Carmen You got to help yourself first, honey. That's the truth. I'm looking out for Carmen. Niko   Okay then...

<dialogue - B>

Carmen It's okay, you can look. Niko   Look at what? Carmen Don't think I haven't noticed. You can look all you like, honey. Niko   Is this some joke? What am I meant to be looking at? Carmen My tits, honey. I didn't pay this much for them if I didn't want men to       look. You like what you see? Niko   Yeah, sure. What made you want to get fake tits? Carmen Fake is the best kind. They firm, they round, they beautiful, don't you think? Niko   Sure, I heard they weren't that good if you wanted to breast feed a        baby though. Carmen I don't want no baby pulling on my puppies. I just want them looking perfect. They're designer just like the clothes I wear.

<dialogue - C>

Niko   So, what are you into, Carmen? What do you really like? Carmen I don't know, honey. I like boys, I like looking good. I like watching TV. Niko   Yeah, what do you watch? Carmen All type of stuff. How else you going to learn about the world. Niko   If your picture of the world comes from the TV you watch in this country, then you've got to have a pretty distorted view. Carmen For sure, if you watch those big Vinewood movies and sitcoms and stuff. Niko   I'm not so sure. Carmen They got a reality TV show for everything now - rich people, cars, hookers. They should make a show about me. I look better than most of       them bitches on there anyways. Niko   Sure. Well what would happen in your show? Carmen I'd just live, you know. It'd tell everyone out there what it's like for a girl out of South Bohan trying to make something of herself. Niko   Sounds like compelling viewing.

<dialogue - D>

Carmen Shit, Niko, I really need to get out of here. I need to move. Niko   You leaving Liberty City? Carmen How could I leave Liberty City? There's nowhere else to go? Except maybe Los Santos. Girl like me could do real good there. Real good. Niko   A lot of people think that, Carmen. I'm not sure how true it is though. Carmen It don't matter because Carmen ain't leaving Liberty City. She just need to get her a place in Algonquin. They so expensive though. I can't       afford that shit on my nurse's salary. Niko   Prices are crazy in Algonquin but who cares, the other boroughs are more interesting. Carmen Bohan's just interesting if you don't got any aspirations. I want to       live in the real Liberty City - I want to live in Algonquin. You couldn't rent me a place there, could you? If you got me a place you'd       have me all to yourself. We could have a whole lotta fun. Niko   Carmen, I have enough problems looking after myself. I can't afford to       support you as well. Carmen That's too bad, honey. Too bad.

<dialogue - E>

Carmen My job is just so frustrating, Niko. Niko   So is mine. Carmen I want to do something important, really make a difference, you know? Niko   Don't you make a difference to the people you look after - you're a        nurse? Carmen Screw that, honey. I want people to notice me. I want to be a       television personality. Host a TV show like that one - I'm Rich. Niko   You want to read stuff out in front of a camera? What's important about that? Carmen Only the fact that everyone in the country is watching you, stupid. Niko   Yeah, stupid me.

<drunk dialogue - A>

Niko   This is good. I'm enjoying myself. Carmen Fuck you, Niko. You think you better than Carmen? You ain't. You ain't       fucking shit. Niko   Okay, thanks for the vote of confidence. Carmen You lucky Carmen's hanging out with you, baby. She's so out your league. She should be going out with rap stars and football players, not hoods like you. Every time Carmen agrees to go out with you, you getting real lucky. Niko   Sure, I am. I really appreciate that. Carmen Screw you, asshole. [punch] Niko   Watch it, Carmen.

<drunk dialogue - B>

Niko   We're having fun. Carmen You like a child, Niko. You simple like a fucking child. Shit. I got to       deal with stupid fucking sick children all day long. I don't need to       deal with you here as well. [punch] Niko   Don't do that again. Carmen Fucking whiney sick bitches. I hate all the patients. Niko   Shit, your life sounds real tough, Carmen. You have it hard. I don't       know how you cope. Carmen Carmen don't know how she cope neither, baby. Shit, can't someone else look after them? You fucking do it. [punch] Niko   Shit, Carmen. I'm not the one they're fucking paying.

<drunk dialogue - C>

Carmen You a cheapskate or something, Niko? You don't want to spend no money on Carmen? You only buy her the happy hour dirnks, not them high price ones. Niko   I thought you liked the drinks I was buying you. Why didn't you say anything at the time? Carmen Carmen was saying something, she was saying something with her eyes and with her hips and with her whole body language. If you cared you would have picked up on it, but you too up your own fucking ass to give a       shit about the Carmen. Niko   I guess so. Carmen Screw you, Niko. [punch] Guess where Carmen going to hit you fucking next?

<drunk dialogue - D>

Carmen Man I am drunk as shit. Niko   No problem. Carmen No problem? I gotta be at work soon. I gotta save lives, man. And I'm       drunk! What is wrong with me? Niko   I don't know, maybe you've got issues. Carmen Issues? Fuck you. [punch] Niko   Ouch. Carmen I'll give you fucking issues, I'll put you in the fucking hospital myself. Niko   Great!

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

Niko   Cousin. Roman  NB, you are certainly my cousin. I hear you were out on the town with a       sexy young girl. Who is she? Niko   Her name is Carmen. I met her on Lovemeet. Roman  The best place to find a woman, NB. No connections to your friends, no       chance of your girlfriend finding out. Enjoy her, Cousin. Later on.

--- KIKI (#kiki) ---

<dialogue - A>

Niko   Hey, are you LawChick? We met online, I'm Niko Bellic. Kiki   Hey Niko, it's Kiki. Kiki Jenkins. So, it's nice to meet you. Niko   Thanks. Kiki   Yes - I knew you'd be nice, from your email. Niko   How? Kiki   I could just tell... I mean, not that I read too much into it. This is       just a casual date, you know. Casual. Niko   Sure. Kiki   But, well... it was nice. It's strange. You always want something to be       like it is in the movies, don't you? Niko   Me? No. Movies are dull. I cannot take grown men playing dressing up       games very seriously. Kiki   Well, I do. I'm a girl who wants to make it in the big city. You know, I grew up in the suburbs, bored out of my mind... And now I'm here, trying to make a difference. I'm not naive... but... Niko   You sound pretty naive. Kiki   I'm an idealist, if that's what you mean. Niko   Maybe that's what I mean. Kiki   I came here and I thought it would be different. Niko   You and me both. Kiki   I thought it would be like I imagined. But I'm really lonely. I mean, it's nice to be out with you. Niko   Good.

<dialogue - B>

Kiki   How's it going, Niko? Niko   Fine. Kiki   Are you though? Are you really? Niko   Sure, I'm fine. Are you okay? Kiki   Yeah, I guess so. Just sometimes I feel like I can't do enough though. I feel like I can't help people as much as I want to be able to. Niko   Hey, you can't help everybody. Kiki   You can try. Most of the people from my law class just went to big firms on the Exchange to make their millions. I wanted to help people that the rest of the community has forgotten about. Niko   It sounds as if you're being as helpful as you can be. If I got hauled down to City Hall, I'd be grateful for your help. Kiki   Yeah, I guess I do make a difference. I feel like all my life I've been given things by my parents. Cars, clothes, my apartment, my education. I help the people who haven't been given anything. I represent the people who can't even help themselves. It might be because I feel guilty but is that a bad thing? Am I doing it for the wrong reasons? Niko   It doesn't matter why you do something as long as it's right. Kiki   Thanks Niko.

<dialogue - C>

Kiki   Sometimes, when I'm having a fun time - even a fun time with a crazy man like you, I feel so guilty. Niko   Why? Kiki   Because some people are having a miserable time, I guess. I don't know. Niko   There will always be people who suffer, Kiki. That is the way of the world. Kiki   Yes, but I want to help. Niko   Do you not think that it is vain to think you can make a difference? To       think it is your concern? Kiki   But I feel so guilty. Life is so unfair. Niko   And you've come out okay - you should be grateful. Kiki   How can I be grateful when I'm in so much pain? Thank you, Niko, I knew you'd understand.

unfinished - broken lines

<dialogue - D>

Kiki   How're you finding this, Niko? Niko   Finding what? I don't get it. Kiki   Finding the whole internet dating thing? I mean, this is so unlike me, but I'm giving it a go and it seems to be working out. What made you decide to look for love online? Niko   I don't know, I just thought I'd try it. What made you? Kiki   Like I said, this is so unlike me. It's just that I'm working these cases the whole time and I can't get out to meet new people. The only guys I meet are the other lawyers - complete creeps - and my       defendants. Mom and Dad made me promise not to date any more of them so       here I am, dating on the internet. Niko   You date your clients? Kiki   Yeah, really sweet guys - misunderstood, you know? Relationships can't       rarely last when they get sent out of state to a Federal Penitentiary though. I try not to lose tough though. Niko   I'm starting to understand why you're seeing me, I think. Kiki   I'm a go getter, Niko. A real Alpha female. You're seeing a different side of me meeting me this way. It's working out. This is good. I like you. Niko   Yeah, it's alright.

<dialogue - E>

Kiki   Don't you sometimes feel really guilty driving a car? Niko   Why? Kiki   Because of the carbon footprint, because of future generations, of        course. Niko   The world is certainly determined to screw itself up. Kiki   Well, I'm going to stop it. Niko   Guilt trip it better? Good luck. Kiki   The world has rights, just like criminals and murderers and immigrants and all the other disadvantageous do, too. Niko   Sure. Kiki   They do. Niko   I'm a criminal, and a murderer. I arrived in your country and fell in       with a bad crowd. What rights do I have?

unfinished - missed lines

<drunk dialogue - A>

Kiki   Who was that bitch? Was she one of your cheap whores? Niko   What are you talking about? Kiki   I saw you looking at her. Don't pretend you weren't. Go to her. Go to       that cheap fucking bitch. Niko   Look Kiki, I don't know what you're talking about. I was in there with you. I wasn't trying to pick up other women. Kiki   Don't try to fucking play me, Niko. I've got connections in the courts and I can make sure you're kept where I want you. Niko   I don't respond well to threats, Kiki. Chill the fuck out. Kiki   You chill out and keep your fucking dick in your pants. That's not too much to ask, is it? Niko   I wasn't looking at anyone. Shit.

<drunk dialogue - B>

Kiki   You take your other whores there do you? The place you get them drunk before you have your way with them? Did you get me durnk so you could do the same thing to me? Niko   What are you talking about Kiki? I wasn't the one who suggested those tequila slammers. I didn't force the alcohol down your throat. Kiki   No, you didn't. Sorry if I want to kick back a bit when I'm not    at        work. Get a little buzz on. Is that so wrong? Niko   No, it's not. Just don't go all weird on me. Kiki   Oh, oh, are you going to run off to your other whore because I've gone a bit weird? Is that how you're treating me now? Niko   I'm only treating you with respect, Kiki. Kiki   Sure you are, sure you fucking are. I care about you, Niko. So, so, so, much.

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

unfinished

--- ALEX (#alex) ---

<dialogue - A>

Niko   Hi, I'm Niko. You must be the Liberated Woman. We met on craplist. Alex   Shit, you're actually who you said you were. I was expecting a two-foot lesbian. I'm Alex. So, Niko. Do you want to tell me about yourself? I       cannot believe we're going on a date and we don't even know each other. It's not like I haven't been on a date like this before. I mean I've       picked up guys on craplist and dating sites but the situation is weird. This is the twenty-first century. It's so now what we're doing. City life is weird, you know? Well, tell me about yourself. Niko   I don't know. I'm not from here. I'm trying to get through life in a       strange country but it isn't easy. Some people make it difficult, yes? What do you want me to know about you? Alex   Everything... No, nothing. That's what dating is isn't it? Giving bits of information. Teasing people. Letting them see pieces of your life but not the whole picture. Oh, that's actually a quote that I've       already used on my blog. What piece of my life do I want to show you first? Oh, I write a thread called Liberated Woman on blogsnobs.org. I'm from Middle Park West, I've never thought about leaving Liberty City. Niko   It's good that you're happy in your home. My home was not so       comfortable. Alex   The thing about me is, I'm interesting. People feel like they can talk to me and open up. I really understand people so, they're drawn to me. I mean, that's what people who talk to me and read my blog feel. They get this connection. It's like they feel this glow off me and my life and they want to be near me. I mean, do you feel that? Niko   Sure... yeah.

<dialogue - B>

Alex   I'm always fun. I'm a fun person. Niko   Great. Alex   But I'm not an airhead. I mean I could be - I'm fun enough - but I'm       also really intelligent. Niko   Good. Alex   Everyone tells me how creative I am. Especially men. Women are often jealous. You know how girls can be? Niko   Sure. Alex   I'm going to be famous. But not just for no reason, seriously. Not like one of those idiot girls - I mean I know them, they are all jealous of       me because I'm an individual. Niko   That's certainly true. Alex   Thanks... yep - I'm an intellectual. I mean, I haven't gotten going yet, but I am. Niko   How do you know? Alex   Because I have these thoughts, yep, and I know they're important. Really amazing thoughts, about people and the world and stuff.

<dialogue - C>

Alex   It must be so hard for you finding work and stuff in Liberty. I am told immigrants have a really hard time here. I mean, some people from here have a tough time getting work too. I haven't had any trouble. It's not just because I've never had a paying job, because I'm an intellectual. Niko   Yeah, work is sometimes hard to come by. You cannot leave your apartment in this city without spending money so I guess you need to       work. Alex   Tell me about it, I walk down the street. Next thing I know I've seen three pairs of shoes that I have to have and it's time to call Daddy and get the limit on my credit card extended. Niko   Not really what I meant. So, you got a fancy college degree that gets you noticed? Alex   I went to college, I was going to be a psych major but I found it too easy. I mean, you know, I really understand people already. I know what they want and what they're feeling. How is some professor going to be       able to give me a grade on what I already know? Niko   So, you left college? Alex   Yeah, and I couldn't stand to be away from Liberty either. College parties are just for losers who don't get let into Maisonette 9. Niko   I don't think I'd get let into a college party or Maisonette 9.

<dialogue - D>

Alex   Have you been reading my blog? It was pretty funny this week. Niko   Yes, err, it was hysterical. Alex   I know. [insane giggle] But it was also true and that's what this guy told me that I was dating last night. He told me what was so amazing about my writing was that it was funny and tender and heartbreakingly original, all at the same time. Niko   Clever guy. Alex   Yes, he's amazing. But don't worry. Not all of the guys I date have to       be intellectuals. Niko   Gee, thanks. Alex   I like variety. Anyway, did I tell you? I'm making a movie. Niko   No. Well done. What's it about? Alex   I don't know - I haven't written it yet. But this other guy I was dating told me he'd invest and that I should and that I had a lot of       talent and I think he's right. Niko   I'm sure he is. Alex   Yes - I always knew I'd be a film maker. I have a very strong visual sense. Niko   Yes. Alex   It's going to be amazing. It's going to be the great American novel, only a movie. Niko   Sounds easy. Alex   Fuck easy. I'm an artist.

<dialogue - E>

Niko   So, this blog you write. Is that all you want to do? Alex   God, I've never thought of it that way. I've never thought that writing my blog was "doing" something. It's just an extension of my       personality. I'm creative. Niko   Yeah? Alex   I've always kept diaries and, you know, thought really deep thoughts. I       don't go in for all the bullshit... the trivial stuff. One day the blog just happened. I was going through the stuff on www.blogsnobs.org and I       realized that I had to get Alex Chilton out there. I had to expose my       deepest thoughts to the public and that's when I created the Liberated Woman blog. It's as much a part of me as an arm or a leg. Niko   Or a mouth, telling everyone who cares to listen about your life. Alex   That is so right. People need to hear about me. I really touch people. I'm writing a novel which is going to be so much deeper than the stuff on the blog. It's about me. It started out as a blog, but it's       evolved... into so much more than that. I mean sometimes, I think bits of it, they are so beautiful and sad and... they make me cry. Niko   You think people are going to read this? Alex   People really relate to me. They can take a bit of my life and see it       as their own. And that's because my life has so much in it and it's so       much richer and deeper than everyone else's. I mean, they relate to me        because I'm better than them. Niko   I was trying to figure out why it was that I related to you so easily. That must be it.

<dialogue - F>

Niko   How is the movie coming along? Alex   Oh, it fell through - but, to be honest, cinema is dead. I mean, it's       so old fashioned. These days with all of the internet and videos and stuff and my blog and sites like electrictit.com and stuff - who wants a movie? Niko   Did the funding fall through? Alex   Well, that's not the point. I mean, yep, narrative is dead. It's done. It's all about living. Oh, what would you know about this stuff? Niko   Not much. Alex   I mean, you're living it, Niko - you're an experience, you're not an        intellectual. You don't care. You live! You don't think! And that's       beautiful. Niko   I never think. Alex   I know. You're power. You're masculinity. You're freedom. In some ways, you're my muse. Niko   Thanks. Alex   But, mostly I'm my own muse. I mean, I'm going to be an important person. I think I'll change the world. Niko   Like Stalin? Alex   Yeah, I mean something like that.

<dialogue - G>

Alex   Niko, if you had to classify yourself, what would you be? Niko   I don't believe in classifying people. I think it's what we do that makes us who we are, moment to moment. Alex   Yeah... okay but I'd say that I'm a feminist. I think that every woman in this day and age should be. I mean we don't need a man to help us       get by in life. I do what I want, when I want and that's that. I don't       stop to think about what the consequences are. Niko   It's a good thing you don't want to go out and kill people all the time. There might be some serious consequences to that. Alex   Okay well that's sick. You don't get what I'm saying. I mean - I mean, I will go out and order the most expensive thing on the menu. And I'll       buy everything myself at Anna Rex spring/summer collection. I mean, I'll do that myself and I won't rely on men to get me what I need. Niko   Doesn't your father pick up your credit card tabs? Alex   Oh he doesn't count. He's not a man. He's Daddy. I'll have any man I       want to. Young, old, American, European. Like you, I mean, I pick you up and I don't give a shit what my Mother will say, or what friends think. I won't let consequences hold me back from the moment. Anyway, the more stuff I do the more I have to write about in my blog... and I'll put it in my novel too.

<dialogue - H>

Niko   What have you been up to? Alex   Well, I've been blogging, and I've been doing a lot of web 2.0 shit. And I've... I've... well all kinds of crazy things. Niko   Did you write a book? Alex   No. Niko    Nor did I... that was a joke. I wasn't planning to. Alex   Ha fucking ha... I've been really busy. Niko   Cool. Alex   Listen, my life is not empty, jackass. It's amazing. I have crazy adventures. The other day, I met this guy and I slept with him, and I       wrote about it on my blog. Niko   Isn't that what you do quite often? Alex   No. I'm liberated. I'me free. You can't control me, typical misogynist. Women can be artists too. Niko   No doubt. Why are you so angry? Alex   I don't know, because I can't get my shit together. Oh fuck it, it is       together. I'm uh, it is together, sorry... I'm sorry. Man, we're going to have the best time.

<dialogue - I>

Alex   Oh god, I'm so fucking angry. Niko   I hope it isn't something I've done. Alex   It's fucking Mother. It's all - "Alex do this?", "Alex, when are you       going to meet a nice man?", "Alex, why are all my friends reading about        your sex life on the internet?", "Alex, did you really sleep with the        gardener at our place upstate?" Niko   Did you? Alex   You know what the worst thing is? What makes me hate her the most? It's       that I feel like I owe her something. For bringing me into the world. For paying my rent every month. I feel like I have to meet her for lunch twice a week, like it's an obligation. She's dependent on me but I'm the child, I mean she's the adult. Niko   I think you are old enough to be classified as an adult now. Alex   Yeah, well, I'm happy she's dieing. That cancer spreading into her abdomen was the best thing that ever happened to me. I hate her. Niko   I hope you don't really mean that...

<drunk dialogue - A>

Alex   Man, I'm drunk. Niko   Cool. Alex   Oh, why, because you think now I'll fuck you? You're ridiculous. Oh, you're a man. What did I expect? If I wanted conversation, I would have gone online. Fucking loser. Look at you. You're inane. Ha fucking ha. Inane. That's a new word. I learnt another new word - preposterous, and that's what you are... I'm not. I'm great. Great, man. I'm spinning out. I shouldn't be drinking so much. At least these meds are working... fuck. I'm drunk... Niko   Sit quietly, please. Alex   Fuck you. Niko   Whatever.

<drunk dialogue - B>

Alex   Man - I'm loaded... I can't wait to get online. Niko   Sounds fun. Alex   What the fuck do you know? You're old, old and poor. You dick. Niko   You're an annoying drunk. Alex   I'm not drunk. I'm special. Yep. Special. You'll be able to tell your kids you knew me, before that I was famous. And that I had a fun side. Niko   Really fun. Alex   I'm special, dickhead. People want to know me. I have fans. Do you know how that feels, to have fans? Niko   No. Alex    It's lonely. It's so fucking lonely. I'm amazing and I hate myself. Well figure that out. Niko   Beats me.

<drunk dialogue - C>

Alex   Man, I am so drunk you look kind of cute. Niko   Thanks. Alex   How do I look? Niko   Good. You always look good. That's not the problem... Alex   And what's the problem? Niko   The problem is your personality. What is wrong with you? You are so       superior and nasty, but your confidence is clearly pretty thin, and you always seem on the edge of a breakdown. Alex   Fuck you. I hate myself as much as anyone. I know what is to be an       artist. What do you do? Fucking nothing! You're a loser, loser. I can get into any club I want. I can sleep with any man I want. I can do       anything. And I'm an intellectual and I can read! Niko   Well done. Well done and shut up. Please!

<phonecall to Roman - optional>

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--- MOHAMMAD'S CAB RIDES (#moham) ---

<first meet Mohammad>

Mo     Okay, Roman tell me I have to pick you up because you his cousin or        something. I'm not getting paid to lug your ugly ass around and I'm not happy about it, okay, my friend? Get in!

<first meet Mohammad after the cab depot is burned>

Mo     Roman is doing well, you see this new car, my friend? He doing good but he still get me to pick up his piss face cousin for free. Aren't I lucky boy?

<any other time Mohammad picks you up>

Mo     Get in quickly, you head dick. Hey craphead, get in the car, my friend. Hello you free riding dog lover, get in. Bring your ugly free riding face into my car very fast, my friend. Another free ride for the ugliest bastard in Liberty City. Perfect. Alright Mr. "I'm Roman's cousin so I'm too good to pay for a car". Get in. Oh hello, you really like taking advantage of Roman's employees, don't       you? Dog lover! Get in my friend. You want me to suck your balls for free because you are Roman's cousin, too? Hey angry man. You better be going somewhere close, I need to pick up       some real fares so I can make real money. I see you have taken a time out from romancing every animal in the zoo to abuse the generosity of your cousin. Great!

Mo     Alright, let's go. Come on. We better get this over with. Sure... fine. Crap. Piss balls. Just my luck. I'm going to hate this drive. This is a waste of my life. I was thinking you would say sick bondage club. I thought you would say you want go to a brothel full of men.

Mo     Good riddance, dog lover. Enjoy your shitty free loading life. Now get out of here and don't trouble me again! I hope you enjoy the trouble you are going to be getting into here. Please, have as much fun in this place as I had driving you here. This is the point where normal customers pay. Go away, head dick. Not only do you not pay for the ride but you make the car smell of pig shit. I hope you enjoyed your free ride, I certainly did not enjoy the driving of you. I must get one of those tree-shaped air fresheners if I am going to be       ferrying around dirt bags like you. I am really hoping that Roman realises you are a free loading shit hole so I don't have to drive you again.

<dialogue - A>

Niko   So, you... you been working for Roman long? Mo     Ever since I got to this city, my friend. Roman's been screwing me ever since I got here - yes. Niko   Hey man, don't talk shit about Roman. If he don't pay fairly, go work for someone else. Mo     Yeah, whatever. I don't do this crap for the money anyway. I'm just here for the pussy, man. Niko   Yeah? Girls dig this car, do they? Useful to know. Mo     Is not the car, my friend. It's the player driving this shit. I pick a       girl up from the airport, I going to be hitting that shit up in her hotel room soon as we get there. For real, man. I had my hands on more tourists than airport security. If a woman turns up at Francis International, then this guy is going to know about her concealed weaponry. You get me? Niko   Sure. You bang tourists. I get the point. Mo     My friend, I got so much pussy around this town, I'm surprised there's        any left for the rest of you chumps. Niko   Me too.

<dialogue - B>

Niko   You're a charming guy, you know that? Mo     Screw you, shit face. You remind me of my wife, man. Take advantage of       my generosity and insult me at the same time. Niko   You got a wife? How about all that women you pick up in the car? Mo     My friend, you are a bitch. I thought you were ever since I first see your ugly-ass face. What it matter that I got a wife? If you'd been married for three years you'd realise getting pussy is a very different thing. Niko   Don't you love her? Mo     Course I love her, my friend. She cooks for me and does my laundry. I       love that woman, yeah, but I love pussy too. There ain't no tying this warrior down. I'm an animal. I need that pussy.

<dialogue - C>

Niko   Roman is real lucky to have you working for him. Your customer service is impeccable. Mo     You want to know about my customer service, you ask one of my female passengers. They'll tell you I service them good. Niko   Great, I'm sure that must be good for you. Mo     It is good for me, real good. I love that shit almost as much as the bitches do. And I tell you something, the women are actually paying for their rides. Not free loading like a certain ugly Eastern European immigrant scumbag I know. If you didn't have your cousin, you wouldn't       have anything. How come you too lazy to start a business like Roman did? I might not work either if I was getting all the money and free rides I wanted from my cousin. Niko   I look after Roman, I help him out. Mo     Sure you do. You help him get into trouble. I know your type, homeboy. Don't think I'm not streetwise, homes, because I seen shit you couldn't       imagine. For real, my friend. For real. Niko   Okay then. For real.

<dialogue - D>

Mo     You better be enjoying yourself back there. Because I'm hating every second I have to drive you around for free. Niko   Yeah, well maybe you should chill out. You're going to have a heart attack getting so angry the whole time. Mo     You know how much a driver can get paid in this city? Shit, a yellow cab is just a license to steal, man. This don't pay too bad. When I'm       driving real fares, that is, not just Roman's stupid cousin. Niko   You don't like driving me, talk to Roman. He can send one of his other drivers. Mo     You'd love that, wouldn't you? Get a hard working father of six fired because he didn't treat you like God's gift to the earth? Niko   No, of course I don't want to get you fired. You got a job to do. Mo     Well, I probably got about six kids. Niko   Shit, I didn't realise you had six kids. Mo     My wife hasn't had any yet, but the amount of pussy I get, man, there has to be some out there. Doesn't there? You know? Niko   Sure, whatever you say lover man.

<dialogue - E>

Mo     So, am I taking you to a big drug deal or some shit, my friend? You got a package of snow strapped to your chest? Niko   I don't know what you're talking about. Mo     What, you didn't think I was down with that game? You didn't think I       knew what you were about? I done all kinds of crazy shit. I only started driving this cab to make my wife shut up. You can't go around busting caps in people when you got responsibilities. Niko   Perhaps you shouldn't go around busting caps in people regardless of        your responsibilities. Mo     Ha ha. That's fucking funny. Next thing you are going to tell me I       shouldn't be having extra-marital affairs. You got to do that shit to       survive, my friend. Niko   Of course, and to help your survival you should just stick to driving this car, man.

--- VOICEMAIL MESSAGES (#vmail) ---

Roman  Ladies, this is Roman Bellic but I guess you already know that. Leave a       message.

Jacob  Yeah, I'm busy. Call me back.

Mal    Hey, this is Mallorie. Leave me a message and I'll hit you back.

Mal    [engaged] Hey, you've reached the phone of the future Mrs. Bellic. Leave me or Roman a message and we'll get back to you.

Mic    Hi. You've reached Michelle's phone. Unfortunately, I can't get to the phone just now, but please call back later.

Brucie This is Brucie. I'm pushing it to the max, rolling deep, baby. Leave me       a message.

Dimitri [translated] Hello, this is Dimitri Rascalov's phone. I cannot answer right now. Please leave a message and I will get back to you.

Faustin Hello, this is Mikhail Faustin. Please call when I can make myself available for all business or personal arrangements. As an alternative, leave me a message.

Faustin [dead] This is Ilyena Faustin. If you are looking for Mikhail, or       wanting to collect on a debt, then please look elsewhere. My husband is       dead. Show Anna and I respect by leaving us be.

Manny  Yo, this is streets. Streets need to sleep, streets need to eat so they don't answer the phone the whole time. Drop a message after the beat. Peace.

Lizzy  This is Elizabeta's personal answer phone, please leave a message. If       this is a business call then use the right fucking number. Adios.

Lizzy  [busted] This is Elizabeta. Sorry, I'm away from the phone at the moment. Try me again in twenty five years or so.

PB X   Yo, if you trying to find Playboy you should ask your bitch - ha ha! She probably know where I'm at. Leave a message.

Dwayne This is Dwayne, guess not many people got this number cause nobody's        calling. If you gotta hold it, leave me a message.

Dwayne [after a month] This Dwayne. Don't know why I'm doing this. Nobody leaving me messages. You all fake. You all got love for a fool at the top and don't know a fool at the bottom. Out.

Francis This is Francis McReary. Please leave me a message.

Packie This is Patrick McReary, I probably don't remember giving you my number or who you are. Ladies, I'm sorry it was a one night stand.

Kate   You've reached Kate McReary. I'm sorry, I can't take your call just now. Please try back another time.

Derrick The owner of this Whiz wireless cellphone is not available.

Gerry  This is Gerald. Don't leave me a message 'cause I ain't gonna listen to       it and I sure as shit ain't gonna return your call. Fuck off.

ULP    Hello, you have reached United Liberty Paper Merchants. None of our operatives can reach the phone. Please leave a message.

Bernie Please leave a message.

Ray    This Badger cellphone is switched off.

Phil   This is Phil B. Leave a message.

Peg    Salve. This is Jimmy Pegorino's phone. Leave a message.

Carmen You calling Carmen Ortiz but she ain't in. Leave her a message and she call you right back.

Kiki   Leave a message for Kiki Jenkins after the tone. Kiss, kiss.

Alex   This is Alex Chilton's phone. Please leave me a message.