How we cite our quotes: (Part.Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
Bulger especially was proving to be the grand puppeteer, pulling the strings of both the FBI and La Cosa Nostra. (1.5.84)
Bulger isn't just working the FBI—he's also working the Mafia. By playing both sides against each other—all while under the personal protection of Connolly—Bulger is able to build an insane criminal empire without breaking a sweat.
Quote #5
But Connolly was exerting his influence over Morris more than ever before, his bombastic personality overwhelming the introverted boss. (2.7.7)
John Morris is brought into the Organized Crime Squad to chill out the increasingly erratic Connolly, but the supervisor quickly gets in over his head. Even worse—he becomes an active participant in Connolly and Bulger's schemes. And that's another point for Bulger.
Quote #6
Morris and Connolly may have once thought they were in control of the relationship, but they and the FBI were now just intoxicated passengers. (2.8.56)
At some point, everything flips, and Bulger takes the upper hand in his relationship with the FBI. Maybe it's because they've covered up so many of his crimes. Maybe it's because they've offered them protection. Maybe it's that they've literally let him into their home. Either way, things are about to take a turn for the worse, if you can believe it.