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*＊✿❀CHAPTER FIFTY-TWO❀✿＊*

➹THIRD PERSON PERSPECTIVE➷

✾March 16th, 2013- 23:43: Falkirk✾

Giovanni made a decision to travel to Falkirk, Scotland, to pay a visit to a dear friend who had been a great support to him over the past few years, and for whom Giovanni holds immense gratitude. While he was making his way to the nightclub where they were scheduled to meet, his phone unexpectedly began to ring.

Noticing that it was his boyfriend, he answered the call.

"Can I assist you with anything, my dear?" Giovanni enquired in a playful manner, eliciting a chuckle from his significant other.

"I recently reviewed the security footage from Lorenzo's room, and it appears that he was released from the hospital a few hours ago. Alistair is expected to be discharged next week, although this may change due to the injuries he sustained in the incident." Giovanni smiled with satisfaction, prepared to respond, but his partner spoke before he could.

"Please wait. There is something else I need to discuss with you. Lorenzo informed Alistair that he would speak with you because apparently Alistair discovered that you were the one who hurt him. However, we can demonstrate that this is not the case and attempt to persuade him that it is something else. This will be a difficult task, as Alistair is exceptionally intelligent." Giovanni had always been bothered by Alistair's keen intellect. He often understands a great deal, which can be inconvenient. Furthermore, Alistair's intelligence played a role in his decision to end his relationship with Giovanni.

"We will find a solution, my dear, please do not be concerned. At the moment, I am on my way to meet the friend I mentioned earlier. They are expecting me, and I would not want to be tardy. I will speak with you later, alright?" Giovanni ended the call shortly after expressing his love for Cassius.

He carefully placed his phone into the inner pocket of his jacket and proceeded to walk for ten minutes until he arrived at his intended location.

The Obsidian Fortress, established in 2005 by Zechariah Obsidian, derives its name from its founder. Currently, Zechariah's nephew, Topaz, serves as the owner and manager of the nightclub. Notably, Topaz also shares a long-standing friendship with Giovanni.

Giovanni opened the door of the nightclub and entered respectfully. The venue was occupied by people engaging in various activities such as laughter, crying, affectionate gestures, consumption of alcoholic beverages, and smoking.

The nightclub's lively atmosphere was characterized by vibrant music emerging from strategically placed speakers, while the dazzling multicoloured lights illuminated the venue with an intensity that rivalled the brilliance of a diamond.

Giovanni proceeded further into the nightclub, conducting a thorough visual sweep of the premises in order to locate his friend.

After a quick search, he was found in a booth with a woman seated on his lap. He approached them and gently cleared his throat to draw their attention.

Topaz discreetly shared a few words with the woman before politely excusing himself and heading towards the bar to fetch a couple of drinks.

Giovanni followed shortly thereafter. "How may I assist you, Gio?" Topaz enquired as they both took a seat on separate bar stools.

"I would like to request your finest cameras once more. Please do not be concerned about payment, as I intend to settle the transaction with money this time." Topaz raised his finger to request for an alcoholic beverage.

With a well-mannered smile, the bartender approached him, notebook in hand, ready to listen attentively and diligently note down his desired order.

"Could I request a Bellini for myself, and my friend would like a Boulevardier, please?" Giovanni was pleasantly surprised that his friend recalled his preferred beverage.

"Regarding the payment for the cameras, please do not be concerned, as we are friends. Additionally, would you be interested in joining me upstairs for our drinks?" Giovanni was delighted by this suggestion, and as soon as the bartender arrived with their beverages, they departed from the bar and ascended the staircase to engage in various enjoyable activities.