The Diamond Life

[chapter one: diamond dallas page]

Chapter 1: Diamond Dallas Page

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As he walked into his pride and joy, The Diamond Mine, a large grin came onto the lips of Diamond Dallas Page. The night was his personal favorite of the week, also known as the night where he received the most business: Saturday. Page's shade-covered eyes lit up as they scanned the club. He was quite pleased with the number of patrons they currently had, especially considering that the Mine had only opened about half an hour ago.

Page moved his sunglasses to the top of his head as he walked over to the bar, still wearing his trademark grin. Many found it unnecessary for Page to wear his glasses at night, but it was a key part of his appearance. As Page took a seat on one of the little stools, he pulled a cigar out of the pocket on his vest. Page's Diamond Studd approached him as the man lit his tobacco.

"You're late today, boss. Something come up?" The Studd asked as he pulled a cup from beneath the bar. "Or, were you just taking it easy for once?"

"Ah, I just had some things to attend to. Nothin' to worry about! I've just been thinking, that's all." Page let out a chuckle as he watched The Studd fill his glass to the rim. "Business is fuckin' great tonight, isn't it?"

"It always is on these cool Saturday nights. Lots of guys need a way to keep themselves warm." The Studd placed Page's favorite bottle of alcohol back on the shelf behind of him before turning back to the Mine's owner. "In fact, I'm quite looking forward to my break tonight, so that I can enjoy a little bit of warmth myself."

Page grinned as he took a huff on his cigar. He didn't blame his Studd at all for planning to spend his break with one (or possibly more) of their Dolls. In fact, it was quite common for Page, his Studd, Vinnie, and Scotty to all enjoy some time with the Dolls.

At The Diamond Mine, all of the employees got along very well with one another. Most of the Dolls loved The Studd, Vinnie, and Scotty as much as those three loved them. But Page? Oh, no one loved The Diamond Dolls more than Page. They were the talented, beautiful little ladies who meant the world to him. Page knew that they loved him, too.

"Have fun, my man!" Page cheered before taking a drink of the tart alcohol that he loved so very much. "I know you will. Say, how many new Dolls do you think we should get for the winter? Four? Five?"

The Studd looked over the crowd that they had gathered for just a moment before he shrugged. "I'd say either number would work, but you know I'm not going to complain if you want to find us another dozen. Hell, I'll go find them for you." The Studd smirked, making Page laugh.

"Oh, I don't doubt that. But shit, if you do see any potential Dolls, send them on back." Page took another drink as he heard footsteps approach.

When he turned his head to see who had joined them, Page's eyes landed on one of their usual customers there at The Diamond Mine. Of course, if you were to ask Page what the man's name was, he would have not a damn clue; Page didn't need to know anyone's name. Hell, in all honesty, Page wasn't that good at keeping the names and faces of those he kept a personal relationship with straight.

"'Evening, Dallas!" The man greeted Page before giving a grin to The Studd. "Studd."

"The usual, Charlie?" The Studd chuckled as he placed another cup on the counter. The man nodded while reaching into his pocket so that he could grab his wallet.

"I'll leave you boys to your business. Enjoy your stay, Charlie." Page downed his drink in one big gulp before patting the man (whose name he would soon forget) on the back and waving to his Studd.