Sambalanga
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(CONT'D)
There is a problem with Tom and this kid Rob.
JAIME
What's the problem?
SERGIO
They are informants for a rival drug network.
Sergio blows smoke. Jaime crushes his cigarette in the ashtray.
SERGIO (CONT'D)
Tom wants you to take the bricks across the border and deliver the cocaine to him. He doesn't trust my Mexican men.
JAIME
I really don't want any part of this. I don't like this drug business.
Sergio looks directly at Jaime.
SERGIO
I saw our friend The Bear in Mexico City last week.
Jaime's eyes open wider. He knows what Sergio is talking about.
JAIME
I haven't seen him for a long time. What does he want me to do?
SERGIO
The Bear wants you to eliminate Tom and Rob.
Jaime is in deep thought. He looks down at the table. Sergio rubs his cigarette butt into the ashtray. Jaime lifts his head and speaks directly to Sergio.
JAIME
(Calmly)
Where do I cross the border?
SERGIO
Laredo is the best place, lots of traffic and your safety is guaranteed. When you get to the states, I have a number for you to call that cabron Rob.
He pushes the briefcase on the floor over toward Jaime.
SERGIO (CONT'D)
Rob's telephone number is in the briefcase with traveling money.
JAIME
How much traveling money?
SERGIO
Fifteen thousand dollars.
(Pause)
This should not be too difficult for you. Tom and Rob think you're a first class pendejo.
JAIME
Yes, I know.
SERGIO
Do you need anything else?
JAIME
No, I'll take care of things myself. Tell The Bear this is my last job.
Sergio turns towards the Young Blonde Woman and smiles. Then he looks at Jaime.
SERGIO
I'll tell him you are out after you complete this assignment.
Sergio stands up and shakes Jaime's hand.
SERGIO (CONT'D)
Bueno suerte. Have a safe trip.
Sergio nods his head and returns to the Young Blonde Woman. Jaime sips the glass of wine.
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