America gains both fame and fortune

Chapter 10 Weapons are the guarantee of being a civilized person
Martin uses different responses when facing different people and at different times.

He placed a $7 tip in front of Vincent.

Vincent pushed back: "Tips belong to individuals." He asked directly: "How many cocktails do you know?"

Martin stopped talking nonsense and said, "I can make common cocktails. I wouldn't say my standard is particularly high, but at least it's average."

In order to compete for the role of a bartender, I worked hard and practiced. Although I didn't get the role, I never gave up because I love drinking. This can be regarded as an ability accumulated over many years.

Vincent asked, "A way to save costs without sacrificing taste?"

Martin is already in the zone: "I can guarantee that some of the cocktails will have higher profits."

While getting tips, he was observing carefully. The female customers were paying attention to the stage and the wine was just for fun. They were not picky about the taste.

As long as the basic taste is maintained, there will be no problem.

Civilized people can mix such bad wine and sell it.

Vincent's face suddenly darkened: "Are you a bastard like Jack?"

"Mr. Li, I wouldn't dare to lie to a powerful person like you even if I had ten guts." Martin now transformed into a small person full of awe: "The old bastard Jack was exposed by your wisdom. My every move cannot be hidden from your eyes."

Vincent was quite pleased and said, "You are now a bartender at the Beast House, earning $8 an hour, and will be paid every two weeks, and the debt will be settled at the same time as the pay is paid."

The most important income from this kind of work is tips.

After his ability was recognized, Martin cautiously probed: "I am a member of the club, and the interest..."

Vincent thought for a moment and said, "Only the total interest will be calculated, and no more compound interest will be added. You pay another $7000 and the debt will be settled."

Martin felt a little relieved, so he could see if there was any chance with the Marietta Theater.

"The prerequisite is that you have to show me the value!" Compared with his bartending skills, Vincent values ​​Martin's approach to Long Island Iced Tea more.

Martin needs money: "When do I go to work?"

Vincent pointed to the bar and said, "Let's start now."

Martin said no more and went into the bar, just as a customer ordered a Bloody Mary.

This is one of the most famous cocktails, with many derivative recipes. Martin took over the utensils from Bruce and used a recipe improved by Americans after 2010.

It is said to be more suitable for American tastes.

Perhaps the dish suited the female customer's taste buds, so she gave him a two-dollar tip.

Bruce came closer and whispered, "Got the boss's approval?"

"In a civilized way." Martin joked, then said, "I thought you were the security guard of the club."

Bruce shook his head. "Times have changed. There is no future in violence. In order to adapt to the changing times, I put down my gun and learned how to mix drinks. Not only me, but even my boss has learned how to run a legal business."

A woman came over and asked for wine, but Martin stopped talking and focused on his work.

It didn't take long for the total amount of tips to exceed $15. The number of customers coming in and out of the club never exceeded fifty, which became an obstacle for him to get more tips.

Taking advantage of the free time, Martin asked, "Is business like this every day?"

Bruce wiped his glass and said, "It's a little better on weekends. The club has just opened and its popularity hasn't really spread yet."

Martin was surprised: "No advertising?"

Bruce smiled like a civilized man: "You don't know? That's right, you don't understand."

Martin was not angry at being looked down upon by the paper-licking maniac, but asked, "What do you mean?"

Bruce straightened his shirt and looked like a cultured man. "According to local regulations in Georgia, the club cannot advertise directly in the media or in public places. The owner spent money to buy a job posting and skirted the rules." Martin looked at the empty stadium in the club and said, "Not a good effect?"

Bruce was very diligent. He wiped the wine glasses and then the wine bottles: "The boss said that the club is doing legitimate business and must abide by laws and regulations."

Martin certainly didn't believe this. Loan sharking with compound interest is called abiding by the law? Or is it opening a legal place to launder money?

The music started and the handsome men on the circular stage performed in unison. The bar became idle and Martin asked Bruce some questions one after another.

Vincent Lee invested heavily in the House of the Beast, hiring male dancers at high salaries, inviting professional choreographers from the Savannah Academy of the Arts, and hiring a public relations officer at a high salary to promote it.

After nearly a month of opening, we have received a few customers, but it is still far from our expected target.

At the end of the night, Martin had collected $21 in tips.

Martin left the club and walked towards the minibus platform, where there were many taxi advertisements.

After walking out for dozens of meters, two black men with dreadlocks and wearing black clothes suddenly appeared in the darkness where the street lights were broken.

They are very gifted and hide in dark places, making them difficult to spot from a distance.

Martin turned around and ran without hesitation, and the two black men immediately chased after him.

Bruce, who was also off work, was walking towards Martin, his open jacket thrown behind him, his right hand reached under his armpit, pulled out a pistol, pointed it forward, and shouted, "Get out of here!"

The black man stopped, raised his hands, and stepped back.

Martin could see clearly that both men had knives in their hands.

The black man retreated far enough before turning and running away.

Martin realized that his perception of Bruce was seriously distorted and said, "Old Bruce, I am such an idiot. Now I understand why you showed your gun when you were being a civilized person."

Bruce put away his gun and said, "This is a guarantee of being a civilized person."

Martin said, "A ride, five dollars."

Bruce walked towards the Dodge pickup truck parked on the side of the road: "We are one family, no charge."

Martin got on the passenger seat and said, "I'll find a way to get you a bunch of autographed photos to meet your needs."

Bruce started the car and headed northwest to Marietta: "This is a great idea."

Martin was completely defeated.

Bruce added: "I'll give you a suggestion. You need a car and a gun."

Martin asked, "Is the gun easy to get?"

Bruce nodded. "The gun control in Georgia is not strict. It is easy to buy a gun through formal channels. I don't recommend you to buy a black gun. It will cause a lot of trouble."

He smiled innocently, "Want to buy a gun to practice with? I have a firearms instructor certificate and I only charge $10 an hour. I also know the owner of a used car dealership. Can you introduce me to him? I can earn some commission."

As expected, free is the most expensive! No wonder no fare was charged. Martin gave him a middle finger: "Swindler!"

You should also buy a used car so that you can run away if something goes wrong.

Martin discovered that once he woke up, the thing he thought about most was running away.

Poor as shit, running away like shit!

During the period of new book, it is very important to follow the book, which is related to recommendation. I ask all the big guys to open it and take a look every day.

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(End of this chapter)