Weeks Later

Tristan was sitting in a bar leaning to the counter as he was drinking lemonade.

Jonas was watching his cousin carefully as he was standing at the door awaiting instructions. It was night time. The Irish bar was closed. Him and Tristan were the only ones around. Jonas gave out a shaky breath not liking the silence. He always found silence deadly. When his uncle was silent it meant there was nothing more left to say as in there could be a death order coming up or something drastic. He had no idea what his cousin wanted to do next that night. It had been quite an eventful long day. There were some tensions on the streets with Italians. But it was nothing that could lead to war. Ever since the betrayal of Angelo and Vincenzo taking him and his family to Sicily to take refuge it had been tough to keep the peace. Tristan had changed. He was not who he used to be. He was harsher if that was even possible and less forgiving. So even Jonas who was his cousin kept his distance and didn't speak unless Tristan spoke to him. The air of authority around him was like his uncle O'Kane only more unpredictable and mysterious.

Jonas jumped in his spot as he heard his name being called.

Tristan gave his cousin a glance and stood up "Jonas. Are you day dreaming or just sleeping with your eyes open?"

Jonas gulped "I am sorry."

Tristan shook his head "Don't apologise. Answer the question Jonas. Do you want a drink?" He then drank the rest of his lemonade in one go and put the empty glass on the counter "Do you?"

Jonas shook his head vigorously "No." His throat was dry but he didn't want a drink. He looked at Tristan as his boss. Jonas was special we his cousin and advisor but not totally immune. Tristan was still his superior. This was a business night so he didn't dare relax just in case he made a mistake.

Tristan sighed "Too bad. You are having one. I have some time to kill." He then walked behind the counter and poured some lemonade in a glass and said "Come here."

Jonas slowly walked to his cousin. In his mind he searched if he had done anything wrong recently that he hadn't realised. He only had an argument with Anastasia over the phone the other day after their date in an Irish restaurant his uncle owned but all else was calm. Some of the Irish customs weren't to her liking. She found the music not so calming. Well that was tough for her. That was the price she had to pay to date an Irish. In a way Jonas didn't mind to see her annoyed. She was not her type of girl but she did have a lot in common with her to a level that it hurt to think about it. Jonas didn't mind her company and didn't mind calling her his girlfriend. But he didn't think it was going to last. How could it? She wasn't so welcoming to any Irish except Jonas.

Tristan pushed the glass of lemonade to his direction "What's the matter Jonas? Do you have something to tell me? Are there any sins you haven't confessed to me?"

Jonas froze as he reached for the glass. His cousin was staring at him with a serious expression meaning he had to answer. Jonas answered honestly "I really don't know. I am thinking back to the last few days but can't think of anything I have done wrong."

Tristan nodded and he poured himself a glass of lemonade "Good. Keep it that way. I don't want to lose you Jonas. I trust you ... for now..."

Jonas sighed "I will never betray you."

Tristan said "Of course. You say that. So did Trent. Look what he did. He helped Vincenzo rescue his uncle and his family out of Irish territories..."

Jonas wouldn't have defended anyone else but he felt the need to defend Trent "He did it for good intentions. He was worried you were going to hurt that family and ruin your father's relationship with the Rosarios. He didn't mean to betray you. After Vincenzo approached him he didn't tell you but after the deed was done he did come to you all alone. He gave himself up and you did forgive him. He is not a traitor. You can trust him. Irish blood never betrays Irish blood."

Tristan said "Of course. But Irish blood can hurt." He then drank from his lemonade. He sighed "Angelo's wife tried to set my mother up... I want that woman dead. Full stop and my brother stopped me of all the people. He thought since nothing happened we should retain the peace. What a load of nonsense. I nearly wanted to hurt my brother that day you know. It was the first time I really wanted to hurt him when he came to me. I don't know how I stopped myself. Maybe next time I can't. I don't know how far my self control can go. He shouldn't test me again like this... Its bad enough Clarisa took his side too because thats what Vienna wants. They forgive insults. I dont."

Jonas was certain Tristan was in control of his emotions more so than anyone else he knew. There was no way Tristan could slip. Their uncle could at times. But not Tristan. The fact that their uncle still loved a married woman did show the cracks that he could get emotional even though it also showed his loyalty to one woman only which was a key principle in their family culture. Tristan was from a different planet. He didn't make mistakes. He didn't slip. He was always in full control.

Jonas tried to change the subject "Can you disclose to me what we are waiting for?"

Tristan said "Sergei Santiago."

Jonas paled "Him?"

Tristan chuckled "No. I am only joking. I am waiting for Rayton O'Reily. He is coming here with his people."

Jonas asked "Why here?"

Tristan said "Why not here?"

Jonas didn't reply. He didn't take business meetings Home. It was best to spread the business deal around town so FBI didn't have one place to look only. But Reyton was family so he expected them to come to the O'Kane home. Of course after Reagan had made friends with Vienna whole fancying Viggo, Tristan had decided to give the O'Reilys the not so welcoming treatment that they were lucky to get. No one went after the queen with no consequence. Reagan had gone after the queen's brother but since there was no proof Vienna was unhappy of her friendship with Reagan, nothing drastic had happened. Reagan could count her lucky stars that Vienna was her friend and didn't mind her.

Minutes later Rayton arrived. They had a meeting of course which didn't take long. Some contracts were signed. It was a peaceful meeting.

At the end of the meeting, there was a knock on the door and a guard came inside with Reagan.

Reagan announced "I will be late if we dont go now... I have to go to the hotel now. Can you postpone this meeting." Then she noticed Tristan's hard look and she nodded "Hi... Sorry to disturb of course."

Tristan ignored her greeting and looked at Rayton "What is she doing here? You didnt say your sister is around?"

Rayton defended "She is here for a party that Vienna Roasrio is attending too."

Tristan frowned "What party?"

Reagan said "Its...Vanessa's birthday party. Its in the hotel thats around the corner."

Tristan was surprised why he wasn't invited. But again there was tension in the air.

Rayton announced "The meeting is finished. I will take you Reagan. Just give me a minute." He sighed as he collected his papers "She is only going because Viggo is there."

Tristan couldn't believe how casually Rayton said it. The O'Reilys just ignored existence of Angelia as though she wasn't in picture. To them either way Viggo belonged to Reagan because she wanted him. It was mind blowing. Tristan said "I wasn't aware there was a party nearby. I need to go check."

Rayton said "There was not meant to be a party. It happened suddenly. It was meant to be this Sunday... But it was brought forward because of FBI. You know how it is. They decide to ambush parties to catch people with drugs.. Its actually a fundraising turned birthday party... Are you coming? Its not really by invitation. if you are a member of the club you go in. You bid money to dance and money goes to charity. We have a party and no FBI. We need to let go of some stress at times. What do you say?"

Tristan was livid. He was shocked that Vienna hadn't told him about this party. He said "Of course I am coming. Lets go."

Rayton said "Now?"

Tristan said "Yes." He said it in a more harsh tone than needed that made Rayton nod quick "Alright. If you wish it. We go now."

The Irish party made their way to the hotel where the party was. It was within walking distance. But they took cars. After getting off at the car park and paying money to charity at the door for the dance, they made their way to the main hall.

Tristan asked around for Vienna. But she was not around yet. She hadn't arrived. But as he looked around the room he found the reason why he wasn't invited. Edward Blake was there. He was a celebrity now in New York because he had won some science medals and his picture was in the papers. Girls were going to bid on him to dance with him for charity. It wasn't hard to get him alone. He was smart but not that smart to avoid him. Before Edward knew it, Tristan caught him alone in a corridor and dragged him to a side room.

Edward was shaking like a leaf as Tristan pinned his neck to the wall with one hand and stared him down "Who invited you here?" He was hoping it wasnt vienna.

Edward said "I am sorry, I came here..."

Tristan punched him and let go of his neck as he watched him collapse to the floor. He kicked him again. Edward pleaded "Please dont hurt me?"

Tristan said "I wont ask again."

Edward said regretfully "Vanessa did"

Tristan said "Oh did she? Interesting. So you tell me Vienna doesnt know you are here? "

Edward swallowed "She does... There is an internship in the lab I will be managing this summer with another professor. Vienna wants to speak to me about it. There is a scholarship and she wants to know if she can apply to work there under my supervision for the summer. It helps her medical school research projects...

Tristan was livid. He kicked Edward making him groan as he declared "Over my dead body she works under you..." He then left the room without another glance at Edward and ordered the guards to guard him and locked the door behind him. He instructed that Edward didnt leave the room. He was no where near done with him. He was going to get some answers from Vienna. She shouldnt have come here without telling him. Did vienna know Edward was off limits? He had to find out what else was going on and who else knew. Vanessa was not allowed to do this... Canavarros were bold. Viggo of all the people had endorsed this charity birthday with the weakling attending. Didnt he check the guest lists? He must have. Unless Vannessa failed to mention him on it. Which part of zero interactions with Edward Blake didnt he understand?

Tristan made his way to reception and heard Vienna just enterd with Viggo. He walked up to Vienna who looked taken back. He took her hand in his "Hi... I need a word in private."

Viggo said "Whats the matter?"

Tristan said "Your turn is next. Wait your turn. I will deal with you later."

Viggo said "Deal with me? What do you mean? Hold on."

Vienna pleaded "Leave it please... Its nothing... I need to talk to Tristan too."

Before Viggo could react, Tristan lead Vienna away to the second floor. This was a hotel owned by club members. So Tristan had access everywhere with a master key.

Vienna found herself in a room. Tristan locked the door making her alarmed. He said "Turn around and look at me."

Vienna turned around but looked away. She didnt dare.

Tristan put his hand under her chin and tilted it upwards. Vienna bit her lip as she saw his eyes. That made him kiss her of course. He gave her a gentle kiss. That was a good way to start an interrogation with her. He then wrapped his arms around her and lifted her up. He sat her down on a table and as he put his hands on her hips, he said "I need you to tell me the truth Vienna. If you dont, there will be consequences."

Vienna nodded. "I will."

Tristan said "You dont understand how serious it is... I will make sure anyone in this party who has had a role in you lying to me doesnt leave in one piece including Vanessa... Thats if you lie to me Vienna. Be honest..."

Vienna was terrified "I wont lie."

Tristan asked "Is there anyone here you are meant to meet."

Vienna said "I am here to meet many."

Tristan said "So is this how we play this." He then kissed her lips gently. As he pulled away he said "You failed the first question... Now question two... Name one person you want out of this building alive and I would grant it..."

Vienna was shocked "Tristan... You cant do this.... I am sorry... But why cant you get it? I am all yours... Edward Blake is nothing to me... I am here to meet him... I did ask Vanessa to invite him because i couldnt...."

Tristan asked "Did Viggo know?"

Vienna looked away "No... It was last minute..."

Tristan kissed her lips "Good girl..."

Vienna looked up into his eyes "What are you going to do?"

Tristan said "I can tell you what you are going to do... You will be here the whole night... with me as company.... I think I need to remind you who you belong to..."

Vienna bit her lip.