Thread: The Search (Attn: Alastair)

Alastair Starts the car, then realized that he had forgotten to turn down the radio when he last got out of the car.

"Bloody Hell" Alastair says, as he quickly turns down the volume Pavarotti's Greatest Hits, La Bohème / Act 1 - Che gelida manina starts playing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G890jG02RbI (translated lyrics http://classicalmusic.about.com/od/o...ildamanina.htm)

Alastair turns towards Sophia and says, "I apologize for my language, so where should we go, caro cugina? You are after all much more familiar with this city than I. I would use the navigation system but I fear that it wont be of much help without a destination."

“College Hill” said Sophia, looking back to the window, watching the people move slowly along the sidewalks “It is next to the Coffee House and the University, so we will be able to draw the students in. In is the most logical location, do you not agree?”

Sophia looks back over to Alastair, waiting for his response.

Alastair looks over the top of his sunglasses at Sophia and says, "Actually, I do not agree. Honestly, caro cugina, do you really believe that college hill is an appropriate place for this endeavor?"

Alastair adjusts his sunglasses, as he continues, "Given the type and cost of the attire that our family chooses to wear I believe that it would be more pertinent to look for a site here in the Heights."

Alastair turns his attention to the navigation system, as he turns it on.

"Another option, caro cugina, would be to opt for a more centralized location such as downtown or old town. I leave the choice to you, however, you must keep in mind that we do not want to draw any unwanted attention to the store and Constantino must approve any site you elect. I suggest choosing multiple locations just in case he vetos your first choice." Alastair returns his attention to Sophia and waits for her to give him a destination.

"Really?" Sophia raises her eyebrows "Well, if you do not like that area, maybe you should drive around the city and try to find a place up to your standards. If you do not mind, I have things at the house I need to take care of, so if you will kindly allow me to leave." said Sophia, staring out the front window.

Alastair looks at the key in the ignition and says, "Mo col ceathrar dúr óga, you asked if I agreed with your statement I merely answered your question and explained why I do not agree with your statement. I then proceeded to offer you a simple suggestion as to what you should do to avoid any suspicion. Not to mention we also have to worry about whose domain the prospected location resides as we cannot just set up shop in somebody’s backyard without seeking permission first otherwise we risk serious consequences."

Alastair pauses, shuts off the engine leaving the radio on and says, “You need to keep in mind that most college students do not have a lot of money unless they come from influential families similar to our own. I have been an accountant for a very long time and the numbers do not lie college students are broke. The majority of students in college barley make it by between student loans and a job just to pay for tuition and books. That is why I suggested one of the other areas of the city; you go where the money is. If we were looking to open a small bar or a liquor store then I would suggest college hill.

Alastair turns to Sophia, “Now keep in mind that I am doing this for you. I am supplying the knowledge, capital, and the skills to make the books look good. You just have to help select a viable location based upon the quality of goods that you are going to market. You benefit the most from this endeavor. So if you do not mind toning the attitude down, taking the advice of someone who has been doing this for a long while, and give me a real destination such as a mall, a shopping center that has just been built, or even a center that is being built instead of a generalized area. Then we can find a suitable location, and get you a clothing store."

Sophia smiles at Alastair, "Of course Cousin, I apologize for my "attitude", You are right. We don't want to put the shop in one of the largest and most highly traveled places. We should head to Old Town, perhaps put the store next to the Club. I don't know about you, but when I am going "clubbing" I always want to stop at a shop to get a new outfit." She says, her smile still in place.

Alastair smiles at the comment from Sophia as he starts the car again.

He looks at Sophia and says, “Spoken like a true woman, always wanting something new to wear for a night out. Onward to Old Town, would you like to set the destination in the navigation system or do you just want to tell guide me as we drive?”

Alastair puts the car into gear and starts to pull away from the mansion before giving Sophia the chance to answer.

"Just drive." said Sophia, her smile growing larger by the minute.