Post by Red Ninja on Mar 22, 2006 7:08:20 GMT 1
Los Angeles
(Two men are driving in a Red 2004 Taurus. The driver is about 30ish and is wearing a blue dress shirt, he has semi length hair and is wearing sunglasses. The passenger is about in his late twenties and is wearing a white orderly uniform. He is also wearing sunglasses and is reading a magazine. He looks up from it and turns his head to the driver)
Passenger:Hey Cameron.
Cameron:Yeah Sheldon.
Sheldon:Whats your opinion on abortion?
Cameron:What?
Sheldon:What's your opinion on abortion? You know killing an unborn baby.
Cameron:I know what it is, just that it was a little out of the blue.
Sheldon:Well Im just reading this article about abortion, and in it they got some Joe Blow's giving their opinions on abortion. So I just thought I'd ask you.
Cameron:Ok. Abortion, well I guess if the situation called for it, I'd support it.
Sheldon:What do you mean?
Cameron:Well, ok. Say some girl gets attacked in a park by some freak. This freak rapes her, and in the process gets her pregnant. Now that girl is not going to want to bring a baby into this world like that. So what is she going to do. She's going to get an abortion. And I wouldn't blame her.
Sheldon:Yeah, but that's not the babies fault if its conceived like that.
Cameron:True, but why would you want to wait nine months and have some sicko's baby.
Sheldon:Well maybe you could make sure the kid doesnt grow up to be fucked in the head like his father.
Cameron:Yeah, but I dont think the raped girl would want a reminder like that. Child birth is suppossed to be something your suppossed to cherish. How the hell is a girl going to cherish a baby that was conceived under a situation of violence and disgust. I wouldn't want to see a poor kid go through that in his life.
Sheldon:I don't like it. Its inhuman.
Cameron:That Sheldon is your entitled opinion.
Sheldon:You got plans for the long weekend?
Cameron:I dont know yet. How about you?
Sheldon:Flying out to NYC.
Cameron:What for?
Sheldon:My cousin's Batmitzpha.
Cameron:I thought it was Barmitzpha.
Sheldon:Thats for boys, Bat is for girls.
Cameron:Much difference?
Sheldon:Replace man with woman.
(Cameron nods)
(A little while later the car pulls up to a Hospital. Cameron and Sheldon look over it. Cameron undoes his seatbelt.)
Sheldon:There it is.
Cameron:Yep. This is it Sheldon. Time to go to work.
(Cameron reaches into the glove compartment. He grabs a pair of binoculars. He slips his shades off and raises the binoculars to his eyes.Cameron puts the binoculars away.Cameron drives the car into a nearby parking garage)
Cameron:Should we take a moment?
Sheldon:Ok.
(Sheldon and Cameron close their eyes than lower their heads. Sheldon recites a Yiddish prayer. As soon as he finishes they raise their heads)
Sheldon:I didn't hear you say anything.
Cameron:I pray internally. Nice prayer though on your end.
Sheldon:Thanks. I should lend you my copy of the Torah, interesting read.
(Cameron and Sheldon exit the car. The close the side doors and head to the trunk. Sheldon looks at the the license plates)
Sheldon:These are untraceable right?
Cameron:Relax, were not holding onto it to long anyway..
(Cameron unlocks the trunk. He lifts the door open. He reaches in and pulls out a folded up wheel chair. He unfolds it. Sheldon takes off his shades.)
Sheldon:You sure you don't want me to be the wheelie?
Cameron:Positive.
(Cameron pulls out an armsling complete with a cast. He than takes a gown from the trunk. He slides it on than slips the gown on)
Cameron:I have more experience with this little dozy anyway.
(Cameron sits down in the wheel chair. Sheldon walks behind him and grabs the push handles. Sheldon starts to push the wheel chair)
Cameron:You remember the room number?
Sheldon:Oh fuck....yeah 241.
Cameron:We got to make this quick and discret.
Sheldon:Yeah, yeah I got you.
(Sheldon pushes Cameron into the building and gives a quick glance over to see if anyone's watching. Cameron sits back relaxing himself. Sheldon pushes them to a elevator and pushes a button. They wait a few seconds as the elevator doors open. Sheldon pushes the wheel chair inside. The doors close as Sheldon pushes the "2" button. Cameron clears his throat. The elevator arrives at the second floor. The door open as several doctors deal with their business. People with ailments sit around to be treated. Sheldon pushes the wheel chair out.)
Cameron(Quielty):Try not to attract attention.
(Sheldon pushes the chair down the hall. He watches out for room "241". He finally sees it and stops.)
Sheldon:Here we are.
(Inside a man with a tied back black ponytail and goatee lies in a bed. He lets out a breath as he lies back. The door opens as the man sits up as Sheldon wheels Cameron into the room.)
Sheldon:Here we are Mr.Copeland. Nice and easy.
Man:What the fuck is going on?
(Sheldon looks at the man)
Sheldon:Your going to have a little roomate here Mr.Nocci.
Nocci:What the fuck do I want a roomate for? And I've never seen you before how the fuck do you know my name?
(Sheldon walks back and closes the door. Cameron sits up.)
Nocci:Eh, what the fuck is this is?
Cameron:Mr.Nocci, Salvatore Mopanti sends his regards.
Nocci:The fuck did...
(Cameron points his cast at Nocci after a few seconds some muffled gunfire bursts from the front. The bullets hit Nocci three times in the chest. Cameron stands up and fires one more into his head. Cameron looks over the body. He than grabs the curtain and pulls it covering the view of the dead body. He turns to Sheldon.)
Cameron:Now lets get out of here, I hate hospitals.
Hitz:
New Neighbour
(Later on Cameron and Sheldon are sitting at a table at an Italian restaurant. An old man with slicked back white hair and a mustache eats a plate of spaghetti. Cameron and Sheldon are wearing suits minus ties. The old man finishes his spaghetti.)
Cameron:Mr.Mopanti, about the payment for the Nocci hit.
Mr.Mopanti:Dont worry it will all be taken care of as soon as possible. I know what accounts to use, I've used Mr.Guile's pro's before.
Cameron:Ok just making sure.
Mr.Mopanti:You must excuse me, I haven't eaten all day.
(Mopanti signals for a waiter to take the plate away. He than pours himself some Red Whine.)
Mr.Mopanti:Care for some?
Cameron:Im good.
Sheldon:Im not much of a whine man.
Mr.Mopanti:Suit yourself. I can't express my gratitude to you for having that mamaluke Nocci taken care of.
You've done me and my associates a great service.
Cameron:No problem at all.
Sheldon:Kind of funny, who would have thought a Gal Bladder would lead to him getting clip.
(Cameron looks over and makes a "What the fuck you say that for" face. Mopanti laughs)
Mr.Mopanti:You Jews you always crack me up. If its not money your good for its laughs.
Sheldon:That's what were here for.
(Sheldon smiles. Mopanti takes a sip from his wine. Than coughs.)
Mr.Mopanti:Sorry, Im going for a check up soon. All part of getting old.
Sheldon:Well if you see us than you know there's a problem. Remember what's done with Horses when they get old.
(Cameron looks over at him again as Mopanti looks at Sheldon with an akward look.)
(Later Cameron and Sheldon are driving in a Black Lexus.)
Cameron:Jesus H Christ, why didnt you just come out and say your next on the list you old Guinea fuck.
Sheldon:Who knows maybe he is.
Cameron:Fuck Sheldon. You have the tendancy to say the wrong things. And in this buisness thats not healthy.
Sheldon:Well he said it himself Jews are great comedians.
Cameron:Yeah well I don't think you'll be getting any HBO special anytime soon.
Sheldon:Fuck him. Who cares if I offended him, just aslong as he coughs up my bread instead of his lungs as evidence at the dinner table.
Cameron:Any way just watch your tongue. Old greaseballs like that don't appreciate that kind of talk. Especially from outsiders.
Sheldon:What you watch wop week on Discovery or something.
Cameron:No, I just know what not to say and what to say around big wig mob types. Especially those who could need our services later on.
(Cameron and Sheldon walk to a front door of a mansion. Cameron knocks on the door. Sheldon notices the son in his eyes and slips his shades on. The door opens as a slender, bruenette maid answers the door. Sheldon smiles.)
Sheldon:Hey there love, you mind guiding us to Mr.Guile.
(The maid leads the way through the mansion to the pool. A group of young women in bathing suits are frolecking in the pool as an older bald man sits back in a lawn chair wearing a velvet robe. He is Mr.Guile the boss. He raises his head up to see Cameron and Sheldon approaching.)
Mr.Guile:Gentlemen. How are you?
Cameron:Good.
Sheldon:Alright boss man.
(The maid leaves. Sheldon checks her out.)
Sheldon:Damn, where you scrape up that piece of ass boss.
Mr.Guile:From the housekeeping service. Please sit.
(Cameron and Sheldon take a seat on some chairs.)
Mr.Guile:The Nocci hit has been dealt with.
Cameron:With effeciantcy.
Mr.Guile:Excellent. I shall expect to hear about it on the news sometime later. Probably enticing the authority to increase the pressure on the war against crime.
Sheldon:Fuck it, another greaseball dead what the fuck difference is that going to make?
Mr.Guile:Interesting mindset Sheldon.
Cameron:Trust me I've noticed to.
Mr.Guile:No further contracts have come in yet. So you gentlemen are free to enjoy the vacation.
Sheldon:Perfect.
Mr.Guile:Yes. But I probably expect something when you return. But I won't bother you till then, for I to hope to get some relaxation.
(Guile looks at the women in the pool. A blonde waves at him.)
Cameron:Can you handle all of that boss?
Guile:Quite. If you excuse me gentlemen.
(Guile sits up and takes off his robe. He makes his way to the pool as Cameron and Sheldon see there way out)
Sheldon:How he does it. I don't know. But I want to.
Cameron:Oh well, just enjoy the weekend. And say hi to the family.
Sheldon:I will. I just hope nothing fucks it up.
New York City
(Sheldon goes through baggage check at the JFK Airport. He has a brown suitcase with him and black carry bag. He looks around to spot a man with brown hair and a beard sitting at a seat reading a copy of People. Sheldon walks up and kicks him in the shin. The man jumps up)
Sheldon:Relax for fucks sakes.
Man:Jesus christ Sheldon you scared the shit out of me.
Sheldon:Calm down Dave. Your going to get a ulcer like Uncle Leo if your not careful.
Dave:How was your flight?
Sheldon:Alright I guess. You the only one here?
Dave:Yeah. Everyone's a little busy with Sheila's Bat. So I volunteered.
Sheldon:I'll see them all anyway.
Dave:Need help with the luggage.
Sheldon:Nah I think I can manage.
(Sheldon and Dave walk through the terminal.)
Dave:You hear the news?
Sheldon:What news?
Dave:Helena meet someone.
Sheldon:Really. Good for her.
Dave:She's bringing him with her to meet the family. Guess he wants to go for brownie points.
Sheldon:Well Im just happy Helena got over that Llyod shmuck.
Dave:Tell me about it. By the way how's working out in LA going.
Sheldon(Hesitanlty):Well its.....certainly not to boring.
(An apartment door opens to a dark room. A light is flicked on as Cameron walks in. He takes off his leather jacket and places it on a coat rack. Goes to his fridge and opens it. He reaches in and pulls a Smirnoff Ice. He pops it open and takes a swig. He sees the Remote Control to his TV and flicks it on to "Wheel Of Fortune." He watches for a few seconds than switches it to the E True Hollywood Story of "Threes Company". He takes another swig of the Smirnoff than takes off his shirt to reveal a white undershirt underneath. He is about to sit down when he heres a rumbling outside his door. He opens the door and sees the back of a woman. The woman has longish black hair and appears to be in good shape. She curses outloud as she tries to hold some grocery bags and her apartment keys.)
Cameron:Problem miss.
(She turns around.)
Woman:Oh nothing, Im just trying to get the right key. Got to get used to living in a new place.
Cameron:Oh your moving to the old Carter place.
Woman:You knew them?
Cameron:Not by face, by the constant arguing and yelling and name calling at weird hours of the night yep.
(The woman laughs)
Cameron:My names Cameron.
Woman:Sara. You got a last name Cameron?
Cameron:Hitzland. Some of my friends call me Hitz.
Sara:Rollands.
Cameron:Well Sara Rollands, how are you enjoying living in this fine building of ours.
Sara:Im just glad I can afford it.
(Cameron laughs.)
Sara:Well it was nice talking to you Cameron.
Cameron:Same, hope to see you around.
Sara:Me to.
Sara unlocks her do and goes inside. Cameron goes back and shuts the door behind him. He nods his head.)
(Sheldon is getting his luggage out of the trunk of Dave's car. Dave is smoking a cigarette.)
Sheldon:Your not going in?
Dave:You know Ma's rule on smoking in the house.
Sheldon:Oh yeah, I gave up months ago.
Dave:Lucky bastard.
Sheldon:Oh shit know I remember is Wendel here yet.
(Dave nods as he takes a drag)
Sheldon:Shit. I didnt really want to deal with his bullshit this late.
(Dave takes a final drag and flicks the cigarette away)
Dave:Luckily he's taking some meds so it could have put him out by now.
(Sheldon climbs the steps as Dave opens the door and leads the way in.)
Dave:Look who I brought.
(A short older woman with grey hair turns the corner and extends her arms.)
Woman:Sheldon, my little boobie.
Sheldon:Hey ma how you doing.
(Sheldon hugs her)
Ma:You look so handsome.
Sheldon:Thanks ma.
(A short bald headed man with glasses appears)
Sheldon:Pop how you doing?
(Sheldon walks over and hugs him)
Pop:Good to see you son.
Ma:Sheldon you remember Uncle Steve and Aunt Audrey from Cleveland.
(Sheldon turns to see an old couple sitting on a couch. The woman has red hair and appears very wrinkly. The man has thinning black hair and appears quite hefty.)
Sheldon:Ofcourse, I remember your swimming pool. Good times.
(Sheldon hugs both.)
Ma:David take Sheldons stuff up to your room.
Dave:K' Ma what ever you say.
(Dave grabs Sheldons luggage and takes it up stairs)
Pop:Hope you don't mind but you and David are rooming together in his old room.
Sheldon:What? Why can't I have my old room.
Pop:Your cousin is staying in that room.
Sheldon:For fuck's sakes.
(Ma pats Sheldon on the shoulder)
Ma:Be nice to your cousin, he's been through alot.
Sheldon:For god sakes.
Ma:This is his first family event in a while Sheldon we have to do our part.
Sheldon:Ok, but I don't like it. Where is he anyway?
Pop:He's sleeping. You'll see him in the morning.
Sheldon:God, I'll be looking forward to that. When's Helena coming.
Ma:She'll be here tommorow, with her new man.
Sheldon:Anyone know about this new guy?
Pop:Only that he makes her happy.
Ma:And that's all thats important to us.
Sheldon:I hope so.
(The alarm clock goes off signifying 11:00 am waking Cameron with its loud buzzing. Cameron takes a few swipes before hitting the thing. He sits up and yawns. He looks at the time.)
Cameron:Oh fuck me.
(Cameron gets out of bed. He goes to the bathroom and runs some water. He puts his hand underneath and rubs them together before splashing some on his face. He than brushes his teeth than gets in the shower and has a wash. He than dresses than pours himself a bowel of Shreddies. He puts some milk in the bowel. He turns on the TV and catches Regis and Kellys interview with Adam Sandler. Cameron watches as he eats his cereal. Suddenly his phone goes off. He gets up and answers it)
Cameron:Hello.
Voice of Mr.Guile:Hitz. How are you?
Cameron:Good. Whats up?
Voice of Mr Guile:Are you in the middle of something?
Cameron:No.
(Cameron gets a cautious look on his face)
Voice of Mr Guile:Do you have anything planned for the weekend?
Cameron:No.
(Cameron paces around)
Voice of Mr Guile:Than would you care to attend a little party Im throwing.
(Cameron sighs in relief)
Cameron:Yeah, sure that sounds great.
Voice of Mr Guile:Excellent, try to bring a date with you to.
Cameron:Ok, I'll try.
(Cameron laughs as the phone on Mr Guile's side hangs up. Cameron puts the phone away)
Cameron:A date...goddamit.
(Cameron pulls out a mini black book and places it on his counter. He flips through the pages than finds a number. He picks up the phone and looks over at the book to get the right number. He dials, he waits for an answer)
Cameron:Hello Christine, Cameron Hitzland how you been? Great say are you busy on the weekend? Really well thats to bad. Yeah we should get together. I'd enjoy it. Ok see you later.(Cameron hangs up) Fuck.
(Cameron looks down the list and sees another number. He dials it.)
Cameron:Hello Sharon, Cameron Hitz....no, what the hell are you talking about. Sharon whats wrong with you? Oh bullshit that thing with your sister was after we went out. For godsakes. Hello? Hello?
(Cameron hangs up again.)
Cameron:Dammit to hell. This is harder than I think. Why the fuck does he want me to have a date anyway?
(Sheldon yawns as he gets up out of his bed. Dave is sleeping on the floor. Sheldon scratches his stomach as he kicks at Dave waking him)
Dave:Fuck off I was sleeping.
Sheldon:Well now your not.
Dave:Why'd I have to sleep on the floor of my room?
Sheldon:Because you always pick paper.
(Sheldon slips his shirt on than leaves the room. He takes a sniff in the air.)
Sheldon:Breakfast time Davey.
(A door opens behind Sheldon. He turns around to see someone appearing from the bathroom. The man wears a bath robe and is rubbing his curly brown hair with a towel. He stops as he notices Sheldon.)
Sheldon:Hello Wendel.
Wendel:Sheldon nice to see you. How you been?
Sheldon:Alright. LA its a hell of a town.
Wendel:Sure it is.
Sheldon:How you been.
Wendel:Oh alright. Have my good days, got me on some good meds.
Sheldon:Thats great.
Wendel:Yeah, well I guess I'll go get dressed for breakfast. Your mom makes some great pancakes.
(Wendel walks by Sheldon and goes into his room.)
(Cameron is gettting a hot dog from a vendor. He's wearing a black sports jacket and white t shirt underneath along with his shades. He grabs the hotdog.)
Vendor:That will be a buck fifty.
Cameron:Here you go.
(Cameron gives the money to the vendor than takes a bite from the dog. He watches as people go about their business on the streets. He grabs a bottle of ketchup and puts some on his dog. He takes another bite. Than he notices Sara jogging down the street to the apartment building. Sheldon finishes his hotdog fast than wipes the ketchup from his mouth. He than walks over as Sara takes a breath. She has headphones on but takes them off as she notices him.)
Sara:Hi.
Cameron:Hey, out for some exercise.
Sara:Yeah. I like to do some running just to stay in shape.
Cameron:Well, we all need our activities.
Sara:Whats yours?
(Cameron hesitates)
Cameron:Oh I do this and that. Umm....I don't want to come on to strong or anything but....
Sara:But what?
Cameron:My boss....is having this get together. And I was wondering....
Sara:If I'd go.
Cameron:Yeah.
Sara:Ok, why not.
Cameron:Perfect, it's on Saturday. At 8 o clock.
Sara:Sounds great.
(Sara smiles than enters the apartment building. Cameron clears his throat as he lets out a sigh.)
Cameron:Thank you.
(At the breakfast table Sheldon and Dave sit eating pancakes. Pop drinks a cup of grape juice as he reads the paper.)
Pop:Hmm...that George W Bush seems to get himself into situations doesn't he.
(Sheldon continues to eat as Dave wipes his mouth.)
Dave:America should cut him some slack, they voted him to office twice, so what's the point complaining about him?
(Sheldon grabs the syrup and pours it onto his pancakes. Foot steps can be heard approaching as Wendel walks into the kitchen. He sits down at the table.)
Ma:Hungry Wendel?
Wendel:I ll just have some toast.
Ma:No have some pancakes, I got enough for you.
Wendel:Well ok.
(Ma gets a few pancakes ready as Wendel sits back. Pop gets reading the paper as Dave clears his throat. Sheldon is still eating.)
Wendel:How's LA Sheldon?
(Sheldon looks up finishing his food.)
Sheldon:Its alright.
Wendel:You busy with work?
Sheldon:Yeah, it keeps my hands full. I get to meet some interesting people.
Wendel:I've wanted to get back to work, they still have a spot for me at the bank.
Sheldon:Really, wouldn't you want a job that doesnt have so much stress attatched to it?
Wendel:Well yes, but it pays my rent and my bills.
Sheldon:Yeah but come on Wendel, you of all people should be thinking about taking it easy a bit. This wasnt a fucking sports injury you've bounced back from. You had a nervous breakdown for godsakes.
Wendel:I did, but I feel better now, I gave myself proper time to recuperate. And I think I might be able to go back in a few weeks.
(Sheldon shakes his head and picks up his fork.)
Sheldon:Yeah ok.
Ma:Lets talk about something nice instead(Ma places a plate of pancakes infront of Wendel.) Like Helen and her new boyfriend coming today.
Sheldon:Yeah about that no one answered me, who is this guy?
Pop:Someone she met Sheldon....
Ma:And apparently makes her happy so be nice.
Sheldon:Why do people say that? I am fucking nice.
Ma:Language at the table(Ma taps Sheldon on the shoulder.) Your picking her up at the Airport right Davey?
Dave:Yeah Ma.
Sheldon:I'll go with you. How about you Wendel? You up for a ride out with your cousins?
(Wendel takes a sip of orange juice.)
Wendel:Ok.
Sheldon:Perfect(Sheldon slaps his hands.) Just perfect.
(Back in his apartment Cameron is cleaning a 9MM Baretta that lies on his kitchen counter. He whistles the theme to "The A Team" as he does so. A knock at the door gets his attention as he scrambles to open a counter door.)
Cameron:I ll be right there.(Cameron slide the Baretta in and slides the door shut as he opens the door as Sara stands behind it. Cameron smiles) Hi.
Sara:Hi....I dont mean to bother you but.(Sara points in the direction of her apartment.) I have this problem and I was wondering if you could help me out.
Cameron:Sure.
Sara:Great.
(Sara heads to her door as Cameron slides his shut. He follows her in and shuts the door behind him. Sara walks to her black leather couch.)
Sara:I hurt my back awhile ago and my doctor said to take it easy but I dont like where the couch is so I want to move it.
Cameron:Oh and you need little assistance eh?(Sara nods with a smirk.) No problem.(Cameron gets to a side of the couch and starts pushing as Sara takes a step back.) No problem at all.
Sara:Could you just move it just there.(Sara points to a spot on the floor.) Perfect. Is that little party still on?
Cameron:Little....you dont know my boss, little is not in his vocabulary.
Sara:Oh he's one of those guys.
Cameron:He certainly is a charmer I'll give him that and he pays good(Cameron shrugs) So what the fuck.
(Sara laughs.)
Sara:Here let me make you some coffee. Its the least I could do.
Cameron:Don't mention it, just the satisfaction of knowing I did a good deed is all I need. But I got to be going.
(Cameron heads to the door.)
Sara:Thanks again.
(Cameron gives her a wave as he closes the door. He rests up agains the door and lets out a sigh as he heads back to his apartment.)
(At the airport Sheldon,Wendel and Dave are browsing around a Magazine stand. Sheldon is flipping through a copy of Maxim. He stops and nudges Wendel.)
Sheldon:Look at those legs, I'd have those wrapped around my neck tighter than a tie.
Dave:Hey flights in.
(Dave walks off as Wendel follows. Sheldon stuffs the magazine back onto the rack getting a dirty look from the clerk. Sheldon catches up as Wendel and Dave wait at the passenger area. After a few seconds a blonde haired woman wearing sunglasses drops her luggage.)
Dave:Helen you look so good.
(Dave hugs her.)
Helen:Davey, I love your beard. And Wendel(Helen hugs Wendel.) You feeling better?
Wendel:Yes very.
Sheldon:What the fuck am I? Invisible or something.
(Helen smiles as she hugs Sheldon.)
Helen:Sheldon its been so long. But Im going to change that.
Sheldon:What?...
Voice(In a German Accent):Arent you going to introduce me Helen.
(Sheldon turns around to see a good looking man with short brown hair and stubble on his face. He carrys a back pack and wears a black jean jacket. Helen walks to him and puts her arm around his waist.)
Helen:This is Gunther.
Sheldon:Gunther, the man I've been hearing about I take it.
(Gunther extends his hand)
Gunther:Pleased to meet you.(Sheldon takes a few moments than accepts.) You are?
Sheldon:Sheldon.
Dave:Im David.
(Gunther shakes Dave's hand than turns to Wendel.)
Wendel:Im Wendel, Im their cousin.
(Wendel shakes Gunthers hand.)
Helen:Well, now that were all acquainted lets get moving.
(Helen goes to pick up her luggage. But Gunther stops her.)
Gunther:Allow me.
Helen:Such a gentlemen.
(Helen kisses Gunther than walks with Dave and Wendel. Sheldon stays behind.)
Sheldon:Gunther, that's German right?
Gunther:Yeah.
Sheldon:Just wondering.
(Gunther walks off as Sheldon shakes his head.)
(Two men are driving in a Red 2004 Taurus. The driver is about 30ish and is wearing a blue dress shirt, he has semi length hair and is wearing sunglasses. The passenger is about in his late twenties and is wearing a white orderly uniform. He is also wearing sunglasses and is reading a magazine. He looks up from it and turns his head to the driver)
Passenger:Hey Cameron.
Cameron:Yeah Sheldon.
Sheldon:Whats your opinion on abortion?
Cameron:What?
Sheldon:What's your opinion on abortion? You know killing an unborn baby.
Cameron:I know what it is, just that it was a little out of the blue.
Sheldon:Well Im just reading this article about abortion, and in it they got some Joe Blow's giving their opinions on abortion. So I just thought I'd ask you.
Cameron:Ok. Abortion, well I guess if the situation called for it, I'd support it.
Sheldon:What do you mean?
Cameron:Well, ok. Say some girl gets attacked in a park by some freak. This freak rapes her, and in the process gets her pregnant. Now that girl is not going to want to bring a baby into this world like that. So what is she going to do. She's going to get an abortion. And I wouldn't blame her.
Sheldon:Yeah, but that's not the babies fault if its conceived like that.
Cameron:True, but why would you want to wait nine months and have some sicko's baby.
Sheldon:Well maybe you could make sure the kid doesnt grow up to be fucked in the head like his father.
Cameron:Yeah, but I dont think the raped girl would want a reminder like that. Child birth is suppossed to be something your suppossed to cherish. How the hell is a girl going to cherish a baby that was conceived under a situation of violence and disgust. I wouldn't want to see a poor kid go through that in his life.
Sheldon:I don't like it. Its inhuman.
Cameron:That Sheldon is your entitled opinion.
Sheldon:You got plans for the long weekend?
Cameron:I dont know yet. How about you?
Sheldon:Flying out to NYC.
Cameron:What for?
Sheldon:My cousin's Batmitzpha.
Cameron:I thought it was Barmitzpha.
Sheldon:Thats for boys, Bat is for girls.
Cameron:Much difference?
Sheldon:Replace man with woman.
(Cameron nods)
(A little while later the car pulls up to a Hospital. Cameron and Sheldon look over it. Cameron undoes his seatbelt.)
Sheldon:There it is.
Cameron:Yep. This is it Sheldon. Time to go to work.
(Cameron reaches into the glove compartment. He grabs a pair of binoculars. He slips his shades off and raises the binoculars to his eyes.Cameron puts the binoculars away.Cameron drives the car into a nearby parking garage)
Cameron:Should we take a moment?
Sheldon:Ok.
(Sheldon and Cameron close their eyes than lower their heads. Sheldon recites a Yiddish prayer. As soon as he finishes they raise their heads)
Sheldon:I didn't hear you say anything.
Cameron:I pray internally. Nice prayer though on your end.
Sheldon:Thanks. I should lend you my copy of the Torah, interesting read.
(Cameron and Sheldon exit the car. The close the side doors and head to the trunk. Sheldon looks at the the license plates)
Sheldon:These are untraceable right?
Cameron:Relax, were not holding onto it to long anyway..
(Cameron unlocks the trunk. He lifts the door open. He reaches in and pulls out a folded up wheel chair. He unfolds it. Sheldon takes off his shades.)
Sheldon:You sure you don't want me to be the wheelie?
Cameron:Positive.
(Cameron pulls out an armsling complete with a cast. He than takes a gown from the trunk. He slides it on than slips the gown on)
Cameron:I have more experience with this little dozy anyway.
(Cameron sits down in the wheel chair. Sheldon walks behind him and grabs the push handles. Sheldon starts to push the wheel chair)
Cameron:You remember the room number?
Sheldon:Oh fuck....yeah 241.
Cameron:We got to make this quick and discret.
Sheldon:Yeah, yeah I got you.
(Sheldon pushes Cameron into the building and gives a quick glance over to see if anyone's watching. Cameron sits back relaxing himself. Sheldon pushes them to a elevator and pushes a button. They wait a few seconds as the elevator doors open. Sheldon pushes the wheel chair inside. The doors close as Sheldon pushes the "2" button. Cameron clears his throat. The elevator arrives at the second floor. The door open as several doctors deal with their business. People with ailments sit around to be treated. Sheldon pushes the wheel chair out.)
Cameron(Quielty):Try not to attract attention.
(Sheldon pushes the chair down the hall. He watches out for room "241". He finally sees it and stops.)
Sheldon:Here we are.
(Inside a man with a tied back black ponytail and goatee lies in a bed. He lets out a breath as he lies back. The door opens as the man sits up as Sheldon wheels Cameron into the room.)
Sheldon:Here we are Mr.Copeland. Nice and easy.
Man:What the fuck is going on?
(Sheldon looks at the man)
Sheldon:Your going to have a little roomate here Mr.Nocci.
Nocci:What the fuck do I want a roomate for? And I've never seen you before how the fuck do you know my name?
(Sheldon walks back and closes the door. Cameron sits up.)
Nocci:Eh, what the fuck is this is?
Cameron:Mr.Nocci, Salvatore Mopanti sends his regards.
Nocci:The fuck did...
(Cameron points his cast at Nocci after a few seconds some muffled gunfire bursts from the front. The bullets hit Nocci three times in the chest. Cameron stands up and fires one more into his head. Cameron looks over the body. He than grabs the curtain and pulls it covering the view of the dead body. He turns to Sheldon.)
Cameron:Now lets get out of here, I hate hospitals.
Hitz:
New Neighbour
(Later on Cameron and Sheldon are sitting at a table at an Italian restaurant. An old man with slicked back white hair and a mustache eats a plate of spaghetti. Cameron and Sheldon are wearing suits minus ties. The old man finishes his spaghetti.)
Cameron:Mr.Mopanti, about the payment for the Nocci hit.
Mr.Mopanti:Dont worry it will all be taken care of as soon as possible. I know what accounts to use, I've used Mr.Guile's pro's before.
Cameron:Ok just making sure.
Mr.Mopanti:You must excuse me, I haven't eaten all day.
(Mopanti signals for a waiter to take the plate away. He than pours himself some Red Whine.)
Mr.Mopanti:Care for some?
Cameron:Im good.
Sheldon:Im not much of a whine man.
Mr.Mopanti:Suit yourself. I can't express my gratitude to you for having that mamaluke Nocci taken care of.
You've done me and my associates a great service.
Cameron:No problem at all.
Sheldon:Kind of funny, who would have thought a Gal Bladder would lead to him getting clip.
(Cameron looks over and makes a "What the fuck you say that for" face. Mopanti laughs)
Mr.Mopanti:You Jews you always crack me up. If its not money your good for its laughs.
Sheldon:That's what were here for.
(Sheldon smiles. Mopanti takes a sip from his wine. Than coughs.)
Mr.Mopanti:Sorry, Im going for a check up soon. All part of getting old.
Sheldon:Well if you see us than you know there's a problem. Remember what's done with Horses when they get old.
(Cameron looks over at him again as Mopanti looks at Sheldon with an akward look.)
(Later Cameron and Sheldon are driving in a Black Lexus.)
Cameron:Jesus H Christ, why didnt you just come out and say your next on the list you old Guinea fuck.
Sheldon:Who knows maybe he is.
Cameron:Fuck Sheldon. You have the tendancy to say the wrong things. And in this buisness thats not healthy.
Sheldon:Well he said it himself Jews are great comedians.
Cameron:Yeah well I don't think you'll be getting any HBO special anytime soon.
Sheldon:Fuck him. Who cares if I offended him, just aslong as he coughs up my bread instead of his lungs as evidence at the dinner table.
Cameron:Any way just watch your tongue. Old greaseballs like that don't appreciate that kind of talk. Especially from outsiders.
Sheldon:What you watch wop week on Discovery or something.
Cameron:No, I just know what not to say and what to say around big wig mob types. Especially those who could need our services later on.
(Cameron and Sheldon walk to a front door of a mansion. Cameron knocks on the door. Sheldon notices the son in his eyes and slips his shades on. The door opens as a slender, bruenette maid answers the door. Sheldon smiles.)
Sheldon:Hey there love, you mind guiding us to Mr.Guile.
(The maid leads the way through the mansion to the pool. A group of young women in bathing suits are frolecking in the pool as an older bald man sits back in a lawn chair wearing a velvet robe. He is Mr.Guile the boss. He raises his head up to see Cameron and Sheldon approaching.)
Mr.Guile:Gentlemen. How are you?
Cameron:Good.
Sheldon:Alright boss man.
(The maid leaves. Sheldon checks her out.)
Sheldon:Damn, where you scrape up that piece of ass boss.
Mr.Guile:From the housekeeping service. Please sit.
(Cameron and Sheldon take a seat on some chairs.)
Mr.Guile:The Nocci hit has been dealt with.
Cameron:With effeciantcy.
Mr.Guile:Excellent. I shall expect to hear about it on the news sometime later. Probably enticing the authority to increase the pressure on the war against crime.
Sheldon:Fuck it, another greaseball dead what the fuck difference is that going to make?
Mr.Guile:Interesting mindset Sheldon.
Cameron:Trust me I've noticed to.
Mr.Guile:No further contracts have come in yet. So you gentlemen are free to enjoy the vacation.
Sheldon:Perfect.
Mr.Guile:Yes. But I probably expect something when you return. But I won't bother you till then, for I to hope to get some relaxation.
(Guile looks at the women in the pool. A blonde waves at him.)
Cameron:Can you handle all of that boss?
Guile:Quite. If you excuse me gentlemen.
(Guile sits up and takes off his robe. He makes his way to the pool as Cameron and Sheldon see there way out)
Sheldon:How he does it. I don't know. But I want to.
Cameron:Oh well, just enjoy the weekend. And say hi to the family.
Sheldon:I will. I just hope nothing fucks it up.
New York City
(Sheldon goes through baggage check at the JFK Airport. He has a brown suitcase with him and black carry bag. He looks around to spot a man with brown hair and a beard sitting at a seat reading a copy of People. Sheldon walks up and kicks him in the shin. The man jumps up)
Sheldon:Relax for fucks sakes.
Man:Jesus christ Sheldon you scared the shit out of me.
Sheldon:Calm down Dave. Your going to get a ulcer like Uncle Leo if your not careful.
Dave:How was your flight?
Sheldon:Alright I guess. You the only one here?
Dave:Yeah. Everyone's a little busy with Sheila's Bat. So I volunteered.
Sheldon:I'll see them all anyway.
Dave:Need help with the luggage.
Sheldon:Nah I think I can manage.
(Sheldon and Dave walk through the terminal.)
Dave:You hear the news?
Sheldon:What news?
Dave:Helena meet someone.
Sheldon:Really. Good for her.
Dave:She's bringing him with her to meet the family. Guess he wants to go for brownie points.
Sheldon:Well Im just happy Helena got over that Llyod shmuck.
Dave:Tell me about it. By the way how's working out in LA going.
Sheldon(Hesitanlty):Well its.....certainly not to boring.
(An apartment door opens to a dark room. A light is flicked on as Cameron walks in. He takes off his leather jacket and places it on a coat rack. Goes to his fridge and opens it. He reaches in and pulls a Smirnoff Ice. He pops it open and takes a swig. He sees the Remote Control to his TV and flicks it on to "Wheel Of Fortune." He watches for a few seconds than switches it to the E True Hollywood Story of "Threes Company". He takes another swig of the Smirnoff than takes off his shirt to reveal a white undershirt underneath. He is about to sit down when he heres a rumbling outside his door. He opens the door and sees the back of a woman. The woman has longish black hair and appears to be in good shape. She curses outloud as she tries to hold some grocery bags and her apartment keys.)
Cameron:Problem miss.
(She turns around.)
Woman:Oh nothing, Im just trying to get the right key. Got to get used to living in a new place.
Cameron:Oh your moving to the old Carter place.
Woman:You knew them?
Cameron:Not by face, by the constant arguing and yelling and name calling at weird hours of the night yep.
(The woman laughs)
Cameron:My names Cameron.
Woman:Sara. You got a last name Cameron?
Cameron:Hitzland. Some of my friends call me Hitz.
Sara:Rollands.
Cameron:Well Sara Rollands, how are you enjoying living in this fine building of ours.
Sara:Im just glad I can afford it.
(Cameron laughs.)
Sara:Well it was nice talking to you Cameron.
Cameron:Same, hope to see you around.
Sara:Me to.
Sara unlocks her do and goes inside. Cameron goes back and shuts the door behind him. He nods his head.)
(Sheldon is getting his luggage out of the trunk of Dave's car. Dave is smoking a cigarette.)
Sheldon:Your not going in?
Dave:You know Ma's rule on smoking in the house.
Sheldon:Oh yeah, I gave up months ago.
Dave:Lucky bastard.
Sheldon:Oh shit know I remember is Wendel here yet.
(Dave nods as he takes a drag)
Sheldon:Shit. I didnt really want to deal with his bullshit this late.
(Dave takes a final drag and flicks the cigarette away)
Dave:Luckily he's taking some meds so it could have put him out by now.
(Sheldon climbs the steps as Dave opens the door and leads the way in.)
Dave:Look who I brought.
(A short older woman with grey hair turns the corner and extends her arms.)
Woman:Sheldon, my little boobie.
Sheldon:Hey ma how you doing.
(Sheldon hugs her)
Ma:You look so handsome.
Sheldon:Thanks ma.
(A short bald headed man with glasses appears)
Sheldon:Pop how you doing?
(Sheldon walks over and hugs him)
Pop:Good to see you son.
Ma:Sheldon you remember Uncle Steve and Aunt Audrey from Cleveland.
(Sheldon turns to see an old couple sitting on a couch. The woman has red hair and appears very wrinkly. The man has thinning black hair and appears quite hefty.)
Sheldon:Ofcourse, I remember your swimming pool. Good times.
(Sheldon hugs both.)
Ma:David take Sheldons stuff up to your room.
Dave:K' Ma what ever you say.
(Dave grabs Sheldons luggage and takes it up stairs)
Pop:Hope you don't mind but you and David are rooming together in his old room.
Sheldon:What? Why can't I have my old room.
Pop:Your cousin is staying in that room.
Sheldon:For fuck's sakes.
(Ma pats Sheldon on the shoulder)
Ma:Be nice to your cousin, he's been through alot.
Sheldon:For god sakes.
Ma:This is his first family event in a while Sheldon we have to do our part.
Sheldon:Ok, but I don't like it. Where is he anyway?
Pop:He's sleeping. You'll see him in the morning.
Sheldon:God, I'll be looking forward to that. When's Helena coming.
Ma:She'll be here tommorow, with her new man.
Sheldon:Anyone know about this new guy?
Pop:Only that he makes her happy.
Ma:And that's all thats important to us.
Sheldon:I hope so.
(The alarm clock goes off signifying 11:00 am waking Cameron with its loud buzzing. Cameron takes a few swipes before hitting the thing. He sits up and yawns. He looks at the time.)
Cameron:Oh fuck me.
(Cameron gets out of bed. He goes to the bathroom and runs some water. He puts his hand underneath and rubs them together before splashing some on his face. He than brushes his teeth than gets in the shower and has a wash. He than dresses than pours himself a bowel of Shreddies. He puts some milk in the bowel. He turns on the TV and catches Regis and Kellys interview with Adam Sandler. Cameron watches as he eats his cereal. Suddenly his phone goes off. He gets up and answers it)
Cameron:Hello.
Voice of Mr.Guile:Hitz. How are you?
Cameron:Good. Whats up?
Voice of Mr Guile:Are you in the middle of something?
Cameron:No.
(Cameron gets a cautious look on his face)
Voice of Mr Guile:Do you have anything planned for the weekend?
Cameron:No.
(Cameron paces around)
Voice of Mr Guile:Than would you care to attend a little party Im throwing.
(Cameron sighs in relief)
Cameron:Yeah, sure that sounds great.
Voice of Mr Guile:Excellent, try to bring a date with you to.
Cameron:Ok, I'll try.
(Cameron laughs as the phone on Mr Guile's side hangs up. Cameron puts the phone away)
Cameron:A date...goddamit.
(Cameron pulls out a mini black book and places it on his counter. He flips through the pages than finds a number. He picks up the phone and looks over at the book to get the right number. He dials, he waits for an answer)
Cameron:Hello Christine, Cameron Hitzland how you been? Great say are you busy on the weekend? Really well thats to bad. Yeah we should get together. I'd enjoy it. Ok see you later.(Cameron hangs up) Fuck.
(Cameron looks down the list and sees another number. He dials it.)
Cameron:Hello Sharon, Cameron Hitz....no, what the hell are you talking about. Sharon whats wrong with you? Oh bullshit that thing with your sister was after we went out. For godsakes. Hello? Hello?
(Cameron hangs up again.)
Cameron:Dammit to hell. This is harder than I think. Why the fuck does he want me to have a date anyway?
(Sheldon yawns as he gets up out of his bed. Dave is sleeping on the floor. Sheldon scratches his stomach as he kicks at Dave waking him)
Dave:Fuck off I was sleeping.
Sheldon:Well now your not.
Dave:Why'd I have to sleep on the floor of my room?
Sheldon:Because you always pick paper.
(Sheldon slips his shirt on than leaves the room. He takes a sniff in the air.)
Sheldon:Breakfast time Davey.
(A door opens behind Sheldon. He turns around to see someone appearing from the bathroom. The man wears a bath robe and is rubbing his curly brown hair with a towel. He stops as he notices Sheldon.)
Sheldon:Hello Wendel.
Wendel:Sheldon nice to see you. How you been?
Sheldon:Alright. LA its a hell of a town.
Wendel:Sure it is.
Sheldon:How you been.
Wendel:Oh alright. Have my good days, got me on some good meds.
Sheldon:Thats great.
Wendel:Yeah, well I guess I'll go get dressed for breakfast. Your mom makes some great pancakes.
(Wendel walks by Sheldon and goes into his room.)
(Cameron is gettting a hot dog from a vendor. He's wearing a black sports jacket and white t shirt underneath along with his shades. He grabs the hotdog.)
Vendor:That will be a buck fifty.
Cameron:Here you go.
(Cameron gives the money to the vendor than takes a bite from the dog. He watches as people go about their business on the streets. He grabs a bottle of ketchup and puts some on his dog. He takes another bite. Than he notices Sara jogging down the street to the apartment building. Sheldon finishes his hotdog fast than wipes the ketchup from his mouth. He than walks over as Sara takes a breath. She has headphones on but takes them off as she notices him.)
Sara:Hi.
Cameron:Hey, out for some exercise.
Sara:Yeah. I like to do some running just to stay in shape.
Cameron:Well, we all need our activities.
Sara:Whats yours?
(Cameron hesitates)
Cameron:Oh I do this and that. Umm....I don't want to come on to strong or anything but....
Sara:But what?
Cameron:My boss....is having this get together. And I was wondering....
Sara:If I'd go.
Cameron:Yeah.
Sara:Ok, why not.
Cameron:Perfect, it's on Saturday. At 8 o clock.
Sara:Sounds great.
(Sara smiles than enters the apartment building. Cameron clears his throat as he lets out a sigh.)
Cameron:Thank you.
(At the breakfast table Sheldon and Dave sit eating pancakes. Pop drinks a cup of grape juice as he reads the paper.)
Pop:Hmm...that George W Bush seems to get himself into situations doesn't he.
(Sheldon continues to eat as Dave wipes his mouth.)
Dave:America should cut him some slack, they voted him to office twice, so what's the point complaining about him?
(Sheldon grabs the syrup and pours it onto his pancakes. Foot steps can be heard approaching as Wendel walks into the kitchen. He sits down at the table.)
Ma:Hungry Wendel?
Wendel:I ll just have some toast.
Ma:No have some pancakes, I got enough for you.
Wendel:Well ok.
(Ma gets a few pancakes ready as Wendel sits back. Pop gets reading the paper as Dave clears his throat. Sheldon is still eating.)
Wendel:How's LA Sheldon?
(Sheldon looks up finishing his food.)
Sheldon:Its alright.
Wendel:You busy with work?
Sheldon:Yeah, it keeps my hands full. I get to meet some interesting people.
Wendel:I've wanted to get back to work, they still have a spot for me at the bank.
Sheldon:Really, wouldn't you want a job that doesnt have so much stress attatched to it?
Wendel:Well yes, but it pays my rent and my bills.
Sheldon:Yeah but come on Wendel, you of all people should be thinking about taking it easy a bit. This wasnt a fucking sports injury you've bounced back from. You had a nervous breakdown for godsakes.
Wendel:I did, but I feel better now, I gave myself proper time to recuperate. And I think I might be able to go back in a few weeks.
(Sheldon shakes his head and picks up his fork.)
Sheldon:Yeah ok.
Ma:Lets talk about something nice instead(Ma places a plate of pancakes infront of Wendel.) Like Helen and her new boyfriend coming today.
Sheldon:Yeah about that no one answered me, who is this guy?
Pop:Someone she met Sheldon....
Ma:And apparently makes her happy so be nice.
Sheldon:Why do people say that? I am fucking nice.
Ma:Language at the table(Ma taps Sheldon on the shoulder.) Your picking her up at the Airport right Davey?
Dave:Yeah Ma.
Sheldon:I'll go with you. How about you Wendel? You up for a ride out with your cousins?
(Wendel takes a sip of orange juice.)
Wendel:Ok.
Sheldon:Perfect(Sheldon slaps his hands.) Just perfect.
(Back in his apartment Cameron is cleaning a 9MM Baretta that lies on his kitchen counter. He whistles the theme to "The A Team" as he does so. A knock at the door gets his attention as he scrambles to open a counter door.)
Cameron:I ll be right there.(Cameron slide the Baretta in and slides the door shut as he opens the door as Sara stands behind it. Cameron smiles) Hi.
Sara:Hi....I dont mean to bother you but.(Sara points in the direction of her apartment.) I have this problem and I was wondering if you could help me out.
Cameron:Sure.
Sara:Great.
(Sara heads to her door as Cameron slides his shut. He follows her in and shuts the door behind him. Sara walks to her black leather couch.)
Sara:I hurt my back awhile ago and my doctor said to take it easy but I dont like where the couch is so I want to move it.
Cameron:Oh and you need little assistance eh?(Sara nods with a smirk.) No problem.(Cameron gets to a side of the couch and starts pushing as Sara takes a step back.) No problem at all.
Sara:Could you just move it just there.(Sara points to a spot on the floor.) Perfect. Is that little party still on?
Cameron:Little....you dont know my boss, little is not in his vocabulary.
Sara:Oh he's one of those guys.
Cameron:He certainly is a charmer I'll give him that and he pays good(Cameron shrugs) So what the fuck.
(Sara laughs.)
Sara:Here let me make you some coffee. Its the least I could do.
Cameron:Don't mention it, just the satisfaction of knowing I did a good deed is all I need. But I got to be going.
(Cameron heads to the door.)
Sara:Thanks again.
(Cameron gives her a wave as he closes the door. He rests up agains the door and lets out a sigh as he heads back to his apartment.)
(At the airport Sheldon,Wendel and Dave are browsing around a Magazine stand. Sheldon is flipping through a copy of Maxim. He stops and nudges Wendel.)
Sheldon:Look at those legs, I'd have those wrapped around my neck tighter than a tie.
Dave:Hey flights in.
(Dave walks off as Wendel follows. Sheldon stuffs the magazine back onto the rack getting a dirty look from the clerk. Sheldon catches up as Wendel and Dave wait at the passenger area. After a few seconds a blonde haired woman wearing sunglasses drops her luggage.)
Dave:Helen you look so good.
(Dave hugs her.)
Helen:Davey, I love your beard. And Wendel(Helen hugs Wendel.) You feeling better?
Wendel:Yes very.
Sheldon:What the fuck am I? Invisible or something.
(Helen smiles as she hugs Sheldon.)
Helen:Sheldon its been so long. But Im going to change that.
Sheldon:What?...
Voice(In a German Accent):Arent you going to introduce me Helen.
(Sheldon turns around to see a good looking man with short brown hair and stubble on his face. He carrys a back pack and wears a black jean jacket. Helen walks to him and puts her arm around his waist.)
Helen:This is Gunther.
Sheldon:Gunther, the man I've been hearing about I take it.
(Gunther extends his hand)
Gunther:Pleased to meet you.(Sheldon takes a few moments than accepts.) You are?
Sheldon:Sheldon.
Dave:Im David.
(Gunther shakes Dave's hand than turns to Wendel.)
Wendel:Im Wendel, Im their cousin.
(Wendel shakes Gunthers hand.)
Helen:Well, now that were all acquainted lets get moving.
(Helen goes to pick up her luggage. But Gunther stops her.)
Gunther:Allow me.
Helen:Such a gentlemen.
(Helen kisses Gunther than walks with Dave and Wendel. Sheldon stays behind.)
Sheldon:Gunther, that's German right?
Gunther:Yeah.
Sheldon:Just wondering.
(Gunther walks off as Sheldon shakes his head.)