Greg's Dreaded Return

Who Is In Charge Now?

''Are there any jobs around here? Who is the leading name out here, so that I can fall into line immediately,'' Shadow said to Barter as he signaled the bartender for a packet of cigarettes.

Barter looked at Shadow, examining him closely.

''You don't look all that bad for someone who just returned from jail after a long time,'' Barter told Shadow honestly.

Shadow eyed Barter fiercely.

''What do you take me for?'' He asked Barter.

Barter laughed lightly.

''First of all, I ruled prison when I was there. I was the President. Then after I got released, my dear I stayed indoors for nearly a month to recuperate. You don't expect to see a player like me move dirty...'' Shadow explained.

Barter nodded.

Shadow had a point.

''Always valid,'' Barter said to Shadow and nudged him lightly as Shadow puffed on his cigarette proudly.

''Yea. So, I asked you. Who is leading?'' Shadow asked Barter again.

Barter shrugged.

''I don't know. I am out of the game,'' Barter said to Shadow in reply.

Shadow