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"I light up a cigarette..."

"I dump a cigarette..."

"to figure this world out..."

"Flame moulds the world, fire consumes it..."

"Lust is a thorn for old age..."

THE SCAMP OF FOKIONOS NEGRI STREET

"I light up a cigarette..."

"Smoke comes out..."

"And if I made a mistake, there is a God..."

"I light up a cigarette, I dump a cigarette..."

"To figure this world out..."

"Flame moulds the world, Fire consumes it..."

"Lust is a thorn for old age..."

400. (drachmas)

I'm in.

Eight and in.

Call.

Eight and in.

I pass.

I'm in.

Advantage. (Extra time to decide)

Call.

What have you got?

And you?

It's your bet.

-Playing games, are we? -I'm sick of you, bro.

-I have a full. -Take it.

You're full of bluffs, bro, and you fuck us along, too.

That's me!

Any lenders? Say, a thousand and a half.

I see...

Move over!

Did you hear? Give us a hundred or two.

I've given you enough. Why not try Thaleia, out there?

I didn't ask for advice. Give 200.

Don't have any today. See for yourself.

Perhaps tomorrow, I can lend you some.

-Will Thaleia be long? -As long as usual.

"Fokionos Negri Street"

So you insist on going home so early?

Would you consider an ice-cream in Kifissia?

Dear Mr.Nikolaidis, excuse me...

I'm feeling a little tired. Some other time.

Pity! It's been such a nice evening!

Anyway, so far it hasn't been that bad...

It's been great for me. Don't know about you...

I had a very good time,too. So glad to have seen you again!

If what you say is true, you're making me really happy.

You see, quite often, since your father passed away,

I've tried to get in touch with you.

This is ever so kind of you.

I knew that you live on your own and worried about your security.

You know, Mary, I would like to propose something to you...

Well, this is an awkward thing to say...

but... you're on your own...

I'm on my own, too...

Wouldn't it be the best solution if we got our solitudes together...

Excuse me, Mr.Nikolaidis, but...

Couldn't you call me Petros? Is it so hard?

-I'll try. -So, you were saying...

Perhaps, we should talk some other time...

-Will you buy me a beer? -What am I, the family provider?

Say, Miltos...

You know a Mary, living nearby the house with a garden?

Right-o!... That's bread for you!

-Not what I asked. Know her? -For now, not really.

I'll know tomorrow. One thing is sure, though. Rich!

-She owns the house. -When will I know more?

We have to settle debts first.

-How much I owe you? -5.000

With that info, it'll be 5.500. Say six with the bits I'll give you till then...

So, when do I get it?

When I do a good trick.

-With Mary, for example. -Ok, I'll wait.

-But get some info. -Done.

-Who's that Mary? -You mind your own. Don't meddle.

So, won't you tell me about last night with Nikolaidis?

Not much to tell. He brought me home and said "goodnight".

Now, you're either kidding me or not trusting me.

Nikolaidis is in love with you like schoolboys are.

-He must have talked. -All right, he did. -And?

Not sure. I'd rather stay still. I prefer keeping my peace and quiet.

-You can't be serious, possibly? -Of course I am.

Listen, Mary. I'll be frank, I always want to be honest with you.

You're talking strange.

I know you're scared, because you never had a man.

But you shouldn't be frightened. Nikolaidis is not vulgar.

Besides, you know he loves you.

Dina, please, stop fussing me with Nikolaidis or anybody else.

Let me live as I like, after all.

That's what I'm saying. Do as I and all women do!

I don't care what you and other women do.

Believe me, it's not the same thing.

You see, I was a good girl and nannied my parents.

You enjoyed your youthful years. What did I enjoy?

An inmate college girl until I was 19.

Then I nursed ma and pa, they were sick for 10 years!

Lived in isolation till I was 29.

I needed a break but I couldn't have it, you see?

What d'you want, so late?

Not you, anyway.

Rise and shine. Your luck is in!

-What's new, then? -The character is a goldmine.

Start counting the pros: First, the house is hers, as I said.

For your information, the land alone cashes in 800 thousand.

See, Fokionos Negri is a highly valued area.

Second, she's orphaned and all alone.

Her father was a judge and a very strict one.

She grew up in College, therefore a virgin in her 30's.

Now, she is longing for the big love...

Good.

She'll have that. Now, tell me...

Why get angry, silly? For the "big love" he said?

-You're my big love, you know it. -Moving on. Third:

She's educated, civilized, sensitive.

-With pure feelings. -Suits me fine.

-Birdie will be caged, soon. -Are you sure?

-What will you do? -What's your interest?

-I love you. -You do, eh?

Hasty for your dough, are you?

-I've been misunderstood. -Hand me 500 now.

I will.

But first, I have a favour to ask.

Name it.

When it's being done with Mary....

...you'll let me watch.

We'll arrange it. Beat it now.

-Listen, I need to see the gang tonight. -Some new trick?

We'll see. I want you there, too. I'll wait outside Mary's house.

Still cross?

I'm asking you. No answer?

Listen, honey. If you decided to move out let me know, so I rent the room.

Got it?

I like a jealous girl.

Yes?

Hello Dina.... What am I doing? Coming.

Please, Dina. Give me a break with your Nikolaidis!

I'll be there in two minutes.

OK, punch a few hard ones, too, so that it looks real, right?

In this face you could even bring tears to your mother-in-law, had you one.

Coming!

Start punching, guys.

Help!

Police! Get them!

Them thugs!

They beat you bad?

Are you in pain?

-I'll call the police. Won't be long. -No, don't!

-Not the Police. -But it's bad. You need see a doctor!

No need for doctors either.

Stubborn, too! Get up.

Try to get up. Lean on me!

Hold on a sec.

You're lucky, you have no cuts.

Must be the nose bleeding.

Don't do that.

How's the pain?

-Not much. -Are you any better now?

Yes? Dina, it's you!

Listen, I can't make it tonight.

I'm not well. I have a headache.

I'll take an aspirin and go to bed.

Tell them I'm sorry...

I'll call you tomorrow.

Goodnight.

-Still in pain? -Not much.

Smoking so early? Have some milk first.

-Not hungry. -You must eat.

Hello? Hi, Dina!

Yes, I feel better today. How are you?

No, I 'm all right.

No, I said I'm fine. Just a little hasty. Was going out.

No, I can't, not today.

Quite impossible. I'll call you in the afternoon.

Yes, Okay. Bye.

-Are you going? -Yes, I must be.

Why so suddenly?

You got anything against me?

No, what could I?

I see, I hear and I get the messages.

-But that was a friend calling me. -No, I'm speaking generally.

Looks like we're leading quite different lives.

I was born in Nowhere Village.

Worked since childhood to afford my studies.

Managed to pass the University exams.

But now...

-You're a University student? -Law studies, first year.

-No chance, though. -Why's that?

Several reasons. I'll tell you next time.

Why hurry leaving?

I'd like you to tell me about all your troubles.

I'm late already. Going to get some money.

See, today's the deadline for enrolling. I might miss it.

Alekos!

-When will you be back? I'll wait for you. -As soon as possible.

Promise to tell me all about these things?

-If you allow me to help you... -No.

Don't say it.

Tell us some more!

Well, at 2 am, we took our bath. Perfumes, foams, robes and towels.

Then, she comes back to bed with a tray full of chicken, cheese, fruit,

semi-sweet wines and everything and she feeds me...

I take a bite, take the robes off and make a pass at her,

she gapes at me, shys away and says: "Please let go off me"...

"Turn off the light"... So, I get it bad...

Then it's dawn, the bed is creaking out and she's a dead cow...

-What you waiting for? Go for the crumbs. -Go to hell. Get off my back.

Shut up, back there. I'm speaking.

So, in the morning, Mary is up first...

She comes back with the tray, I grab her anew...

She's aroused instantly and digs badly but the phone breaks in...

Until she finishes talking I'm all dressed to go.

Mary's anxious, "Are you going?" she says

So I serve her universities, deadlines, enrollments and the like...

Mary buys all that and wants to help.

Then I say "What d'you take me for?" and start to go...

She's sad and devastated 'cause I skipped kissing her...

Tomorrow I'll have some in advance...

Having fun, are you?

Come now, what's done is done. After all, it wasn't that terrible.

When he's back, you turn him out. Why not?

Yes, Dina, but I'm afraid. My mind is focused on him.

Since morn, I've been trying to forget him and it's hopeless.

-I'd like to see things your way. -Oh well, Okay.

Just what I was worried about. You've been stung...anyway.

It's difficult at first but we all get over it.

I should know from experience. Besides, all men are the same.

In Petros' arms you'll be happy. OK, he's not very young, but...

-I don't love him, Dina. -You don't have to, stupid.

He loves you. You'll marry him and then do whatever you like.

Don't you see? Every clever woman does it. That's what "freedom" means.

If that's it, I couldn't care less.

Now, honestly, you're talking crazy. But you'll be Okay.

I've been through all this discomfort myself.

-Now, get ready, he'll soon be here. -Who will?

My Goodness, Mary! Who else? Nikolaidis.

No, Dina, pretty please. I don't want to see him.

When he comes, take him and go. Give any excuse.

I'm a real mess. Can't see him nor go outside the house.

Send her away!

What do you want, love?

Tell me, child...

-Do you know Alekos? -Who is Alekos?

-They told me he comes here. -If he did, I'd know him.

-So, he doesn't come? -No, love, he doesn't.

Alekos! I delivered, right? Wasn't that your mother?

It's over now. Forget it.

Why hide? She knows you're scum. Matter of time till she accepts it.

He doesn't dare face her. So much for honesty.

-Shame on you, mocking an old woman! -Mind your own business, Christos! OK?

You don't scare me, Alekos. I know you well enough.

Don't forget that we washed dishes together for 3 years.

I can only tell you this: Shame on you for the life you lead.

It's good enough for me. What's your suffering?

When I become a boss, I'll hire you as advisor. Bear in mind, I will be boss.

-Sometimes you come up with great ideas! -Meaning?

What you said about becoming "boss". If I were you I'd push Mary that way.

Why not ask her to finance a club? You'll be the owner.

-A good idea! -I always have them!

Tell me, will you see her tonight?

-Can I come and watch? -Not yet.

Why turn on the light?

-Where are you going? -Business to attend.

Business at this hour?

What?

-Sounds strange to you? -But it's midnight!

Can you lend me 500 for tonight?

I need it.

-Five hundred? -Yes.

Five hundred.

Just a second.

Some day I'll explain. Hope you'll understand.

-Love me? -I don't know.

I'd never ask you that.

Even if you told me that you loved me I wouldn't believe you.

Haven't I shown you I do? Can't you tell?

I have a goal to achieve. What would you care to sacrifice to help me to it?

I don't understand. What do you want me to do?

All this.

You mean the house?

Maybe...

You mean, you're asking me to sell it?

You're fond of big words.

-You could, say, change it. -Change it?

Well, yes... To a store, or something else.

If we opened.... a night club. How would that sound to you?

I cannot lower myself that much for your sake.

Who do you think you are?

Why see it the tragic way?

Walls are not worth a dime.

But I have an idea.

Go! Go right away!

Careful. Don't mistake me.

-I'm not Nikolaidis. -Get out!

As you like.

But beware, I'm not usually thrown out,

I'm chased after and I get paid...

not with those, they're not enough.

-Get out or I'll call the police! -Don't do it right away...

-They won't believe you. Wait until your hystery wears out. -OUT!

And don't set foot in here again!

I'll do some thinking. I may come back.

Psst...Alekos! I'm here. You said I'd come and watch.

-I unsay. Now, beat it, I'm in no mood. -Hold it. Our deal was cash or watch.

-I've waited for ten days. -Keep it up!

-You can't cheat me, you know. -I said I'm in no mood, get off me!

Mind your manners with me. And if you trick me, you'll regret it.

When your mother shows up I'll tell her the truth.

Besides mother, I'll tell Mary about your plans for her house.

-Say that again! -Put me down, don't you owe me?

Give it back or there will be trouble.

-I'll rub your face in soil... -Let go off me!

Now go and say it. Come back for more!

-Good evening! -Hello, Petros!

-Hello, swinger! You're late! -Not my fault. The court kept me,

a complicated case of guns and bullets, hard to explain to the Judge...

Well...

Now, drop all that.

I have prepared Mary for you. She's about to fall.

-Well, tell me... -Now go to her, I'll tell you all later.

-Good evening to you! -Good evening!

-Not having fun? -As always... And you?

I've just came in and I'm thirsty. Will you have something with me?

-Mary is simmering low, you think? -Knock on wood. You know she's a vixen.

Few minutes back, I heard you talk about guns, Mr.Nikolaidis.

Tsk!...."Mr.Nikolaidis"! Petros.

Petros then, so tell me, do you know much about guns?

That depends on the firm's name, the model...

I'm asking because I have one, too.

Father gave it to me, shortly before his death.

One day you may need it, he said.

-Do you have a licence? -Rest assured, I do have one.

So now, all you need is a chance to use it.

-But I don't have any bullets! -I will provide them for you.

If you promise to tell me who the victim will be...

I don't know yet...

-But, if they stop me down the street again... -Did this really happen?

Yes, the night before.They asked for money. -And?

I ran away.

So, do you see it is dangerous to walk around on your own?

And what if I like it?

All the worse for someone who would like to accompany you.

He, however, promises he will get you those bullets.

Thank you.

-So, how are things between you two? -Pretty well.

Good. Now, you will allow me...

Friends, excuse me, but today something exceptional is taking place.

Our little Mary and Petros, talking discretely here,

have finally reached a mutual word of agreement.

Let me go, I said! I don't want you touching me!

Let go, I said!...

Hit some more, you're a man. but you won't get a cent out of me!

Lifted head eh? Revolution, is that it?

No more money from me. Try your new home!

Why nag? Don't you know my soft spot for you?

Soft spot! Who do you sleep with? I've forgotten your looks.

How's a signed photo, then?

-I said, get away, don't touch me! -Shut it!

Shrieks are no good!

-Ok, how much you made tonight? -You have the wrong door.

-There's no money! -You sure? -As sure as I see you now.

You won't get anything out of beating me.

Beat me up till dawn, quote remains:

There's not a cent left !!

Good for me, then. I've had enough of this slut!

-Goodnight, Petros. -Fairwell.

-Till tomorrow. -Till tomorrow.

Bach's too good!

-Are you back? -Why are you here?

I waited for you. I want to talk.

I don't want to listen. Go.

I looked for you all day, Mary.

-It's important that we talk. -I said, I don't want to listen. Go now.

Don't worry.

I won't stay.

-I'll leave in 5 minutes. -Go right now!

Okay.... I will.

I only meant to tell you that....

You were my only chance to change my life.

Don't you worry. There'll be more.

You're chased after, you get paid...

Put up a placard and there'll be endless offers in a jiffy.

You're right to talk like that, Mary.

I was ungrateful... Treated you bad.

Too bad you believed me, but didn't know if it was true...

-Things are not what they seem, Mary. -You learned that at the University?

No, Mary. Don't mock me.

I'm no saint. But I've struggled a lot all my life to get somewhere.

You were a lucky girl. Never knew poverty or hardship.

Then work! He that works does not perish.

I tried them all. Not enough even for food.

I lived on sandwiches, to save for books and fees

Then I started gambling.

Now I drink all night in anguish of failing.

Each one is worthy of one's own luck. You won't be the first, nor the last.

Yet, I believe I could manage to be someone, if you helped me, too.

My pals are loosers, doomed to fail,

I know they're no good for me but gradually I got to be like them.

I think about the end of my life, one day, when I'll ask myself

"what did you do?" and I'm afraid I'll have no answer...

But, never mind...

like you said, I won't be the first nor the last.

That's all... And now I'll be going.

Bye.

Alekos!

Do you really want my help?

Still have doubts?

But you'll take some advice. You'll stop the life you lead.

Whatever you want!

Promise you'll find a decent job?

I'll try.

Any help?

None.... My mistake.

If the flowers are for Mary, I can give them to her.

-Who was it? -A dandy in a suit.

-He brought you flowers, too. -Why did you answer? -Why not?

Hello?

Mary, is it you?

No... You don't need explain...

I know that every woman has many stories in her life...

However, I want you to know that I'll wait for you to finish it.

Because you have to finish it. That's all.

Good luck, Mary. Bye.

The colleague again?

Stop talking like that! Not everybody has your manners!

Exactly what I thought. Whoever's not like me brings flowers.

You're vulgar!

Bite of bread?

You disgust me! Let me go! Don't come near me!

Let me go! You disgust me!

Let me go I say!

No problem... Even if I disgust you.

You see? You're even worse than me!

More vulgar!

More beastly!...

Hand it in!

-Shall we compete? -First you show me dough.

-If I lose, I owe you. -No such things, between us.

Hey, got some cash?

Holy Cross is here!

-What do you want here? -Is this the job you'd find?

-So what? -What are you doing here?

Playing! Also, I lost the 500 you gave me You might be interested to know.

Wrong. Not given, that was earned. You worked for it and got paid.

Have it your way. Sellers sell what they got, you buy what you lack.

Yet you promised you'd find a job. You forgot that?

Bull...

There's all sorts of professions around. You know mine, what's to talk?

I won't tolerate such talk, neither for me nor for you!

Get me a bunch of money and I'll show you.

I'll set up a club better than you ever saw.

Can't you do anything besides asking for money? Go work, do something!

Did you ever work? Just burning fat.

You're only a capon! Thanks to dady and mum...

-Yes, but I'm no parasite like you. -You're even worse.

You pay me for who I am. You like what I am.

In fact, I'm good enough for you.

In that case, I could have somone else like you.

Mind you, it won't be long. If I go on strike, I lose the job.

Hi, Dina. It's Mary. What shall we do tonight? Will you be at home?

No... Can I come, too? Can't be alone.

Yes... I'll explain later. Bye.

What are you up to?

What's with the door?

It was hard to open. You changed the lock?

None of yours.

You did it for me, eh? So that I split?

How clever of you! You got it! Will that be all?

Come now. Don't put on a face. I admit I spoke harshly.

Who asked you for an excuse?

-You look great tonight. -Don't come closer.

You hear? Sell that further down the street.

Hi!

-You here? -What is this?

-Practising... On Friday I'll be beaten good for 1.500.

There's this champion guy, he can't find an opponent and wants to keep the title.

-You called me to watch this? -No, retard. Want your money or no?

-Yes. -Then, that's what you'll do. You go to Mary's.

You ring the bell, she answers.

Good morning, madam. I know I'm intruding but...

Things look bad for Alekos.

He's competing a boxing champion for the money.

But the other guy, who's a pro, is going to crumple him up.

Got it.

-Make sure I'm out of this. -Done.

You'll get a fee. Make her worry a lot.

What makes you think I'm interested? Each one is free to do as they like.

-There's no Alekos for me now. -Well, I'm only in it as a friend, you see...

If you happen to see him, don't tell him I came, he'll be furious.

Don't worry, I'm not going to see him anymore.

Such a young man... He'll get his nose and teeth crushed!

A real shame... He won't listen to me... What can I do?

-You tell me what. -I said all I had to say.

- You may leave. - Are you certain ?

Bye, miss. Sorry again.

- Has Mary come ? -Can't see her. I told you she wouldn't.

Cover your left ! Don't let him any closer !

-Did she ? -If she does, I'll tell you. -Don't bend your head, he'll kill you !

One...

Two...

Three...

Four... Five... Six... Seven...

-Did she come ? -She's down there, Okay.

You're fighting now, Alekos!

-Stop, Alekos. He is bringing you down. -Get off my back. Mind yours!

You're a mess. Don't continue!

Watch her reactions, close!

One... Two... Three... Four...

Five... Six... Seven... Eight... Nine... Ten...

Knock-out!

Alekos...

Alekos!

Is that you, Mary?

You may collect, now.

Of course... That's not all I owe you.

-But, you see, I got what I deserved. -Please, don't go on.

-I know I caused it, I made you do it. -No, Mary.

I have to pay you back in full.

You see, I owe you so much...

You made me see what a scum I was.

No, no... You're not right.

It is so, Mary. I was a total zero.

A zero I will remain.

I've known many women in life. None of them had a heart like yours.

Your humanism, your pureness...

I was a bum, Mary. Never worthy of you.

You know it is so. Don't waste your tears.

Enough, no more... You're so exhausted.

Go Mary, please.

Don't take any more interest in me. Go.

I'll just go ask the doctors about your condition,

and if it's okay for you to leave here.

I'd like to take you home, today if possible.

-I won't be long. -Mary...

You're a nice girl. I'm telling you for the last time...

Don't take any more interest in me. To your own interest.

No, you're not right. I am certain you've changed.

I'll help you find your way. You hear?

I am sure that together we can make it!

If you allow me a question...

What is that need that makes you mortgage your house?

-It's a personal matter. -I understand.

But, perhaps, you could avoid doing it?

I am in a position to help you, if only you wish me to.

No, Petros, thank you. I know how kind you are, but...

please, don't make me feel embarrassed.

As you like. I was obliged to ask.

Here's the money.

Petros, please tell me. Perhaps this is your money?

I wouldn't take advantage of your kindness.

What's the difference? It suits you fine.

I have the impression...

-Something's wrong here... -Don't say it.

Bye, Petros.

-Thanks again. -Bye Mary.

Just a moment!

I almost forgot!

I also have this to give you.

I promised on our engagement night.

But I hadn't seen you since.

-The bullets! -Yes, the bullets. You may need them.

Thank you.

-Bye, Petros. -Bye, Mary.

Dina? It's Petros.

Listen, something serious is going on with Mary.

Few days ago, she told me she wanted to sell her house.

She said she was in great need of money.

I persuaded her to a mortgage, instead. She accepted.

A while ago, she left my office with the money.

Try to find out what exactly is happening.

-Hello. Is Mary in? -No, but she'll be back.

Come on in.

Do you know if she'll take long? I only have 20 minutes.

I'm flying to Thessaloniki tonight and don't know when I'll be back.

I'd like to see her again. We went to school together.

You can wait here.

-Perhaps I'm disturbing you? -Me? Not at all.

I reckon you must be Mary's fianc�e?

Sort of.

I'm a friend of hers from Thessaloniki.

I know. I remember you.

-I'm not sure I understand... -I said I know, I remember you.

-You live nearby in Kypseli, right? -OK then, let's not mess with words.

-Us two? -Yes, you and me. Since she cannot speak for herself.

She's so stupid she thinks the world of you!

-She picked up a scum of you and... -Not without a gain.

-She's rather enjoying it. -Yes...

You treat her like a whore, she believes you. You lie and she trusts you.

Leave her alone. What do you want from her?

Let her tidy up her life.

-Stop it, it's so touching! -I know you can't be touched.

If I should be in her shoes, I'd show you.

You might as well be.

-That's the woman's type I like. -Don't come closer, I'll scream.

Scared? 15 minutes suit us fine. Then you fly back to Kypseli.

Take your hands off me! I'll start screaming!

-Let me go! -Now, buzz off!

-Go catch a plane! -This will not pass...

Mary will be told.

The important thing is how she'll be told...

-I'm not that late, am I? -Welcome back!

As soon as I heard the door, here you are!

What's this smell?

I took a grandiose bath!

It reminds me of something...

Is that my fault? What is in here?

-Take a guess. -Shopping stuff.

Besides that.

-What else could it be? -Guess or no?

Come now, tell me. How should I know?

Open it!

Oh mother!

-Satisfied? -Are you asking? We'll set up business right away!

First, you have to rest a while.

I found out about a villa in the country. The rent is 12.000 for a month.

What's with the villa? We should cut down, not waste on expenses.

-But you need the country air. -What I need is the club.

We either work or lie around.

In five or six months we'll be well-off,

then we go wherever you like.

Now, here's the main dish...

While you were out, I made a call... Just to get an idea....

Now, I should go see the club and if good I'll sign the lease.

-You shoudn't go out. You're worn out. -Don't worry, I am fine.

-I'll go with you. -But you just got here! You are tired.

Put things away and make some dinner.

I'll be here in an hour. I'll take a taxi there and back.

-Bye. -Alekos!

-Yes. -Come here.

Say, what is it?

Won't you take any money?

-I have some on me. -No, I mean for the club.

-If you like it, leave a deposit. We'll be secured. -Right.

Off I go.

-Be careful! -Mind you.

Don't be long!

2.000 and "advantage".

Two and All in.

-How much is it? -Another 500.

Call. And you Alekos?

Spyro's "All in" and raise 4.800.

"Advantage".

Call.

-Have any more? -Only this.

Play this, too.

-Aces Full. -No good. Four of seven.

Fuck off!...

-Give me 3.000. I'm losing. -So what?

You're winning. You must give me some.

Go take a walk! You take me for a sucker?

Psst, Alekos...

-May I have a word? -What?

I can lend you, if you want.

-But first, we'll negotiate. -Say what you want.

Perhaps you haven't noticed but that's no place for you anymore.

You should move up. To bigger things, got it?

I know a good house, a friend of mine works there...

What a house that is! Aristocracy in full...

Shipping, estate, horse racing...

You dress up and go in there. Success guaranteed...

You know all the tricks by now, anyway...

Where is this house?

Hold your horses. I'll take you there for a small percentage. We'll make heaps.

And you're supposed to be the brain? I don't get it.

Without me you cannot get in. I will introduce you.

You got me round.

-You're OK with this?

Arrange it! Now give some.

Good evening.I know, there's no excuse, wait till I tell you...

Where were you?

At the club, leaser was evicted but went to court and still is in...

-A big mess... -I don't believe you.

All these hours dealing with that... Why didn't you call me?

-See? No time to think... -There were women there, right?

Not even a cat, I swear. Only a man crowd.

But we're fine. I paid a deposit, too. And we're done.

How about a bite? I could eat a horse!

I'm only telling you this and take good notice...

If you go back to your former life, I'll kill you.

I'll sign it!

You're late. I was worried.

-Have I ever tricked you? -I just worried the lady might leave.

-Who is she? -Ship owner, divorced, big fortune!

-Where is she? -At the poker table.

Can you change dollars for me? I ran out of drachmas.

Dollars are good here, too.

Give me chips.

Sit next to her and play big. Act like a real spender...

If she bites, we'll get plenty out of her!

May I play at your table, my lady? I can see you have all the luck.

No, I'm losing actually.

But now there might be a change of luck.

Then I wish you luck.

-Aces Full. -I lost it all.

-Can I gamble this ring? -No, madam. But the cashier can change it for you.

Don't worry. I have enough.

-Use it to break bad luck. -You're very chic, boy.

I like you. Will you come to the bank with me tomorrow?

-How about it? -We'll see.

Give me chips.

We didn't break bad luck, after all!

-No problem. I'm off to home, for money. -I'll wait, my boy.

He looks like a good boy. Why so keen on ruining him?

-For a reason. -Shouldn't I know?

No, you do your job as agreed. I'm paying you, no?

No objections. I just grew fond of him and I think he likes me.

We must all have gone crazy. He likes you alright, Dora!

I told him you're a ship owner, that's why.

The rascal! And I thought he liked me.

We're all crazy, as I said. Now, come.

Keep this money on you.

Tomorrow, you'll find yourself I nice hotel.

I want you to make him believe he's lucky with you.

Hello?

Hi, Dina.

Why need to see me?

You're full of secrets, dear, but I don't have the time.

No, I said, today is out of the question.

I have to go now, call you tomorrow.

Coming back at this hour?

I was dealing with the club and got stuck.

Found some night workers to paint it, so...

We're coming to an end.

The previous lease is over and done with.

-Good! -You know...

Last night I found you asleep. I needed some more money and took it.

It would be a shame waking you up.

You did well. If you need more, I'll give you.

No, I'm set. Where are you off to?

I'm meeting some relatives about that estate, you know. It may take a few hours.

-See you tonight. -Bye.

Dina!

This way!

Why stand outside your house? Can't you go in?

-I have a reason. -I see.

-You got trouble with that scamp. -Please, Dina, don't talk like that.

After all, what have you got against him?

Much. First of all, he stole my cross necklace.

What cross? I don't...

I came to see you the day you took money from Nikolaidis, you were out.

He was in and harrassed me.

I fought back but he stole my cross in the struggle.

I finally decided to tell you about it.

You did very well to let me know.

Lately I thought he had changed.

-I'm going to clear things up with him. -Be careful.

Back already?

Good!

What is it?

Where did you get this?

-Going through pockets now? A nasty habit. -Answer me!

-A woman of your upbringing.... -Stop being silly and answer me!

-Can't I make you a surprise present? -Don't touch me!

-Where did you get it? -I bought it.

I was to give it to you tonight. You got it earlier. What can I do?

Liar! You stole it from Dina.

Is that what she told you? No surprise. I know her kind well.

When women love you, they're like that. Turn your head and they mock you.

They can pull your eyes out. Still you trust them.

I don't want any part in this. Do as you like...

You got some nerve!...

You harrassed Dina, snatched her cross and now you blame her!

-Never thought I'd know? -See what a sucker you are?

You believe everything... What if she made a pass at me?

She gave you the cross as a gift, eh?

I'm telling you I bought it. How could I know she has a same one?

-Then how come her initials on it? -No way. You're mistaken.

Know something? You're real trouble. Get off my back!

Scum of the earth!

Mary, are you crazy? What are you doing?

You know I love you.

If I pet you some, you'll calm down.

That's close enough!

Shoot, then! Why wait?

See you're scared? Go on, shoot!

Shoot!

This way.

Right here...

-He's gone! -Who's gone, the corpse? Are you kidding me?

-But it's true... -I can't see anything!

-Trust me, I'm not lying. -I don't believe a word!

I know the likes of you... You play tricks on us for fun.

No, I swear. He was here. I shot him twice!

Can a man survive with two bullets in him?

I'm only telling you this: Be careful. What you did may cost you dearly.

Anyway, I'm not taking you in, 'cause you seem to be well bred.

But let's not have issues again in the future, Okay?

-Well, I... -No excuse, whatsoever!

Hello?

HELLO!

Hello!

Speak!

Speak!

Why don't you speak?

Who are you?

I know who you are, scumbags! You don't scare me. I'll call the police!

Hello? Hello? Mary, it's me, Dina!

Mary!

-What happened? -Don't touch me!

Help!

Give me Mr.Filippidis, please.

It's you, doctor? It's Dina Stergiou.

It's an absolute emergency, please come to 4 Yakinthou Street.

Absolute! No, it's about a friend of mine.

Yes, I'll be expecting you.

-How is she, doctor? -Nothing serious.

Looks like she had a big shock and her nerves broke.

After this shot, she will be fine.

-She'll be well when she wakes. -Thank you, doctor.

-Will you be back? -No need...

Call me if something happens.

Up already? You're not going, are you?

Of course, I am. Now that you're fine, I'll have some coffee and disappear.

I have a home, too, Miss Aspioti.

Now have some warm milk.

-Hadn't you been here last night, dear.. -Nonsense...

It was pretty scary for me, too.

Not half as scary as for you, of course,

but more than enough for me...

I'm still shaking!

-Thanks for everything! -Leave all that, now.

Do as I said: Sue him at once!

Or he won't leave you in peace.

Agreed?

-I'll think about it. -Nothing to think about!

Petros will take care of it. He'll go to the police, you won't be involved.

Leave Nikolaidis aside. I don't want him to interfere.

I may go by myself.

-Promise you won't tell him. -As you like.

But I don't understand. Why hesitate?

-I killed him. -Then, how did he get out?

-Don't know. -Anyway, you can't go on like this.

-Why not call Petros? -I said no!

Well, I'm going.

-Shall I walk you out? -No need. Bye.

-Hello? -Is this Miss Mary? -Speaking.

I'm calling on Alekos' behalf. He's dying...

-What did you say? -Very close to dying...

-And where is he now? -Can't say over the phone.

Be at the club in 15 minutes. Take money with you.

There are a few problems.

She'll be here soon.

So, what's your plan now?

Trick her out of the remaining mortgage fund.

-Is it much? -Over 500 thousand.

-Who kept you from taking it? -The policeman.

Now, I'll have her bring it herself.

For a woman of her age, my knighthood should be the key to Paradise.

Is there anything in it for us?

We'll go through that down at the basement. She'll soon be here.

You, Nikos, tell her exactly as I told you.

-Put on you best mourning looks and spell it like a pro. -OK.

Let's go.

-There you are. -How is Alekos? Where is he?

He's bad. One of the two bullets you shot has gone to his lung.

How come? How did he get out? I don't believe you.

He still had some strength left. When he got here he collapsed.

He bled too much. If he wasn't so strong he would have died.

-Where is he now? -None of your business.

We can't just leave him. Something must be done.

Good! You full of bright ideas! I told you...

He doesn't go to hospital, he wants to protect you from the police.

Then, what solution are you considering?

Looking for a doctor to operate on him. A couple of them have already said no.

They consider testifying in fear of losing their medical work permits.

He's still bleeding in the meantime.

Not sure if he'll make it.

Perhaps you need money? I have some on me.

-How much? -Ten thousand.

Is this a joke? Not enough for the blood alone, in black market price.

Also, we have to get medical equipment, pay doctors and nurses, if we find any.

-How much then? -Not sure. Get as much as you can.

Tell me where he is. I could go to him.

Impossible. It's bad for both of you.

Go home and bring money, if you want to help him.

Now, hold it, Dina. What more can I do?

I saved her mortgaged house for her.

I wasted my money on him to eat up. Enough!

I, too, have some dignity left.

I spit on your dignity if Mary should be in danger!

Now is the time to prove your feelings, not during happy hours...

But what's to expect from lukewarm types like you?

Leave me alone! I don't even want to know you!

Who is there?

Hello, Mary.

The door was open.

Listen, Petros. Either you met Dina or came on your own account...

What's the difference?

You're right. Comes to the same thing.

However, I told Dina, this concerns me alone and nobody else.

Mary, please, listen to me.

Let me help you.

Petros... I have no doubt about your feelings, but...

how can I put it... your generosity is annoying...

It leaves me so defenceless, I feel shameful towards you...

Excuse my frankness but I cannot keep things from you.

-Sorry, I'm in a hurry. -Mary!

I understand. I'm asking it as a favour. Let me help.

I answered, Petros.

Okay, then... But I want you to promise me...

...that when you face trouble, you won't hesitate to come to me.

I promise.

Thank you.

You're making me real happy.

Now...

I'll go.

Bye.

You mind your buisness!

Why get involved?

I feel sorry for that girl. They'll rip her off her house.

-Why do you care? -I do care!

-She'll get what I got from him. -Here she comes.

-Coming from Alekos? -Got the money? He's bad.

-Did you get a doctor? -Yes, he'll operate tonight.

-Can I see him now? -No way.

Doc's in fear of the police. Doesn't want to be seen.

I'm afraid of the police, too. Doesn't he know that?

We didn't tell him, he doesn't care anyway.

So, we won't tell him. I'll just show up and meet him.

No can do. The man's scared.

Give the money and meet him after the operation.

No money, if I don't see Alekos first.

You're blackmailing us, eh?

I guess you can say that.

Well... Wait here.

They are having you on!

Alekos is alive and kicking.

Try the house of cards on Pipinou Street.

Why should I believe you? Are you not the same kind as them?

-Don't you live with them? -As you like...

I warned you, all the same.

She won't give it.

Someone notified her.

We were stupid to wait that long.

I should have taken it at noon, when she begged me to.

What's done is done, now.

Where are we, then?

We'll get it, alright. Thanks to Litsa.

Who is she?

My girl.

A nurse that I met the day you were beaten on the ring.

She'll do anything for me. We'll get the lot.

Oxygen, operation room, hospital, the whole lot.

-Quit posing and say where we'll find her. -Hold it!

What do I get?

How d'you mean, Spyros? We agreed to get 8.000 each.

Get out, Alekos! Looking for suckers?

-So, how much? -Is 30 too much?

-30 for you and also pay the others? -Quite.

Right... and what's left for me then?

OK, boys, the deal is off. I'm sending Mary away.

Just a second, Alekos.

If you spoil the trick...

I won't mind a year in the cooler for cutting you open...

Alekos is doing this. Should get a bit more

Yes, but without me, it can't be done.

I'm providing hospital, machinery, it's my girl, too...

-I'll get you a doctor, also! -Fifteen thousand.

Last offer. Or we split.

Okay. Because, I feel for you...

Call the nurse, arrange it for tonight.

-Where does she work? -Elpida Hospital.

-Go tell Mary. -Tell her what?

To be outside "Elpida" in an hour.

-Who is the lady? -Doctor, she's the boy's fianc�e.

I won't be needing you.

You know, this may cost me my career.

I trust you won't be blabbing around.

I understand. Don't worry.

How is he, doctor?

It's serious. His good stamina has saved him till now.

Will it be risky?

We'll see. Now go, we have to start.

-Will it take long? -About two hours.

Leave the money, the doctor will go as soon as it's over.

Doctor, this is for you.

Well, get it over with, miss. Close the door.

We're moving out, boys.

What? You're taking it all with you? We'll split it right here.

Shut up, she'll hear!

Excuse me, I'll go for cigarettes.

I knew you'd be back.

-Give me the house address, please! -233 Pipinou Street. -Thanks.

I won't forget about you.

Missus?

Excuse me. Do you know Alekos?

Which Alekos, lady?

Young with dark thick hair.

I know, Alekos the handsome. He is escorting Mrs.Dora.

-Where is he? -He just left.

If not heading for a ball, they must be in Kifissia, Hotel Lila. She stays there.

Thank you.

Boy, you're driving me wild.

-Fancy going to Paris with me? -Why not, beautiful?

Pretend you didn't see me, eh?

-Who is she? -I'll explain.

See you for what?

Don't I know you well?

Wherever I turn, you're there. Why the hell do you chase me?

I'm not chasing you. That's pure luck.

I come here to work.

And you, to sell yourself to whores.

Get out of my sight! I don't want you for a son!

-I'm writing you off! -I'm writing you off, too!

Happy now?

Wish a hundred times I'd never had you!

I lost you, anyway...

-We've been through all this. Lay off! -Alekos...

-That's too long, honey! -Coming.

Run after the dirty slut!

Good for me! You think I'd walk in your footsteps?

The tricks are different now.

Alekos!

Mary!

I told you, you'd finish off badly one day, my son...

I told you they'd break your wings...

And I always ran to you and told you...

...to change the life you led...

Now, drowning in your blood, my son...

And here I am, looking at you...

...unable to do anything anymore...

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