The Mafia Boss Saw One Envelope-and Everything Changed

in sight, and silence from strangers.

Two men stood near enough to reach him in a second and far enough not to crowd him.

They wore dark suits and unreadable faces.

They were not there for decoration.

Marcus’s name moved through Chicago in different tones depending on who spoke it.

To police, he was a rumor that never stayed pinned down.

To businessmen, continue reading …