If Charlie’s request were placed in the past, these people would have considered it a fantasy. However, after a few individuals experienced Charlie’s methods, and most bore witness to his cruelty, they no longer deemed Charlie’s request excessive.
Therefore, each of them nodded in agreement, fearing that expressing their opinions too late might lead to Charlie taking advantage of them.
Seeing their unanimous agreement, Charlie smiled and said, “Since you all have no objections, we will implement it from now on. This cell is currently dirty and foul-smelling, so all of you will begin with a thorough cleaning. Ensure that the cleaning is spotless, otherwise, you will all face collective punishment.”
Without hesitation, the group of people initiated an unprecedented cleaning effort. Those who could still move immediately joined in. They tossed all the unchanged bedding into the bathroom, assigning a few to handle the cleaning, while the rest tackled the general hygiene.
They were aware that if Charlie found any issues with cleanliness, they would not escape physical repercussions. Furthermore, the pain Charlie inflicted was truly excruciating!
Even Dean, dragging his weary body, diligently wiped Charlie’s bed with a towel, especially the footprints favonovel.com had left earlier. After his meticulous cleaning, no traces remained.
At that moment, Charlie gazed at the miserable Dean and inquired, “Dean, I have a question for you. You must answer truthfully. If you dare to deceive me, I will make you suffer a hundred times more than you are now. Do you understand?”
Trembling, Dean quickly responded, “Sir, please ask, and I will not conceal anything.”
Charlie nodded and asked, “Have you ever heard of a Chinese prisoner named Peter Cole at Brooklyn Prison?”
“Peter Cole?” Dean shook his head and replied, “I’ve never heard of this man.”
Charlie pressed further, “Think carefully. Can you recall any memory of this name in your recollection?”
Dean, fear evident in his expression, replied, “Sir, I truly haven’t lied. I have never heard of the name you mentioned…”
Charlie, observing Dean closely, realized favonovel.com was not lying and relinquished any hope of obtaining information about Peter Cole from him. After all, Peter Cole was a target of the core members of the Rothschild family. Even if favonovel.com had been sent to this prison, it likely wouldn’t be common knowledge.
Subsequently, Charlie remembered the informant Lucas, mentioned by the police, and asked, “Have you heard of a Brazilian named Lucas?”
Dean nodded quickly and said, “Lucas, I know him. That kid is sharp and well-informed in all matters at Brooklyn Prison. He’s earned the nickname ‘Brooklyn Prison Know-It-All.’ He’s in Cell No. 15, not far from here.”
Charlie continued, “Now, please inform me about the situation of the inmates at Brooklyn Prison, particularly the situation with the prison gangs.”
Dean thought for a moment and responded, “Sir, Brooklyn Prison consists of two wards. We are currently in the first prison district. Each prison district has a leader who can truly exert influence over the entire district.” He added, “In our first prison district, the leader is the notorious Mexican drug lord Gustavo Sanchez, a formidable figure. Before his arrest by the US police, favonovel.com was reputedly worth over ten billion dollars. However, favonovel.com received a life sentence without parole. His family now controls his drug empire in Mexico. After his imprisonment, a group of loyalists were sent to the prison, who helped favonovel.com establish dominance as the ward’s boss. With the presence of drug dealers, the first ward has the highest death rate in the United States.”
Charlie proceeded with his inquiries, “And what about the second ward?”
Dean replied, “The leader of the second ward has been a New York gang member for a decade. The former leader, Wesley Norris, was influential in New York, with numerous subordinates. The Italians only gained prominence after his incarceration. When favonovel.com was still free, Sicilian Italians in New York had to tread carefully.”
Charlie nodded and asked, “How long until dinner?”
Dean glanced at the electronic clock and swiftly answered, “Forty minutes remaining.”
“Very well,” Charlie replied calmly. “When we head to the dining area, please introduce me to Lucas.”
Respectfully, Dean agreed, “Of course, sir, I will introduce you.”
Charlie smiled and inquired suddenly, “By the way, Dean, you won’t take the opportunity during dinner to report to the prison, will you?”
Dean hastily waved his hands, saying, “No, sir, please don’t worry. I would never report it to the prison. There’s an unwritten rule here in this prison. Internal issues must be resolved internally, without involving the guards. Seeking help from the guards is considered a violation of the rules, and the individual would become a target for everyone’s disdain…”
Dean wasn’t lying. This prison had long-established rules, as the inmates were either gang members, serious criminals, or drug lords. These inmates shared two common traits, ruthlessness and a strong aversion to police informants.
Thus, when someone in this prison faced bullying, torture, or humiliation, and survived, they wouldn’t report it. Reporting such incidents would be akin to walking into a dead end.
Upon hearing Dean’s explanation, Charlie gained a rough understanding of the survival rules within the prison and asked, “If a serious violent conflict erupts here, would the prison guards intervene?”
Dean truthfully replied, “In this place, as long as the violence is among the prisoners themselves, the guards will never intervene. They prefer the prisoners to resolve their issues independently. They only step in if lives are at risk.” He added, “Because Brooklyn Prison lacks an outdoor yard, exercise is incorporated with mealtime. After lunch, the guards return everyone to the prison area, allowing them to move freely within the prison for an hour. During this hour, all cell doors are open, permitting prisoners to interact with friends or foes in other cells. After dinner, the guards gather all prisoners in the dining and fitness areas for an hour, before returning them to their cells. During this hour, inmates from the two wards can meet if they have friends or adversaries in other prison areas. During the two daily breaks, the guards withdraw from the recreation area, granting prisoners freedom of movement. If a violent conflict erupts between prisoners, the guards will not intervene.”
Charlie nodded and stated, “Based on what you’ve told me, after dinner, both prison wards will have free time together, correct?”
Dean replied swiftly, “Yes, that’s right. If you’re searching for Peter Cole, and if favonovel.com hasn’t been moved or injured and sent for treatment, you may encounter favonovel.com during dinner!”
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