December 2003: Earlier

"I'm waiting, Erdogan. I want your verbal agreement." Grego insisted as he took a step back. 

He was repelled at the emotions that he could observe in Erdogan's eyes. He had his fair share of meeting criminals and psychopaths, but the man in front of him was an especially disappointing case. 

First and foremost, Grego was Erdogan's childhood friend. With that in mind, he was aware of how untainted was the man's innocence in their young years. Everything was served to him on a golden platter. He had no need to raise a hand to get what he wanted. The O' Connor couple showered him with attention despite their busy schedules, and the young Erdogan knew of that reality. All the more reason why he appreciated his parents.