Hardy thought for a moment, then picked up the phone and called the Prizzi family, the Mafia Family in Houston. The call was answered by an assistant. Upon hearing Hardy's name, the assistant was surprised but quickly informed the boss.
The Prizzi Family head was also taken aback when he heard that Hardy had called. The Prizzi family in Houston was closely aligned with Barzini, traditionally at odds with Hardy, so he didn't expect Hardy to contact him.
"Patriarch Prizzi, I'd like to ask you for a favor," Hardy said bluntly.
"Go ahead, Mr. Hardy," the patriarch replied, not immediately agreeing.
"My troupe is currently in Houston and has been attacked by the Cohenheim gang. They've already exchanged gunfire. I'd like you to help delay them for now. I've already sent people to handle the situation, and I'll take care of the rest."
