[WP] The worst criminal ever, every time they open a legitimate front for their illegitimate business, the legitimate business does better than the illegal one. from WritingPrompts

“I don’t know what I’m doing wrong, Ms. Chang,” Frederico said with a sigh.

“No matter how much I focus on the gang,my illegitimate funds are running dry.

I keep having to pull from my business revenue.”

The ancient, Asian woman smiled and nodded.

“Sometimes what you plan is not what’s planned for you.

Running a criminal empire will leave you rotted.

Focus instead on nurturing the talent you already have:

A successful pizzeria is no small prize.

Have you considered turning it into a franchise?”