Gus and Walter in “Mandala”

Gus

What can I do for you?

Walter

Have a seat. Please. [Gus sits down across from Walt] I would like to know why you wouldn't meet with me yesterday.

Gus

I'm sorry, I'm not following.

Walter

I sat here yesterday waiting to meet with someone. I believe that person was you.

Gus

I think that you're confusing me for someone else.

Walter

I don't think I am.

Gus

[looks to the cashier to see if anyone is listening before turning back to Walter] Sir, if you have a complaint, I suggest you submit it through our e-mail system. I'd be happy to refer you to our website.

Walter

I was told that the man I'd be meeting with was very careful. A cautious man. I believe we are alike in that way. If you are who I think you are, you should give me another chance.

Gus

I don't think we're alike at all, Mr. White. You are not a cautious man at all. Your partner was late. And he was high.

Walter

Yes. Yes, he was.

Gus

He's high often, isn't he? [pause; Walter does not answer] You have poor judgment. I can't work with someone with poor judgment.

Walter

Are you familiar with my product?

Gus

I've been told it's excellent.

Walter

It is impeccable. It is the purest, most chemically sound product on the market, anywhere.

Gus

That is not the only factor.

Walter

You could charge twice the current rate for what I provide and your customers would pay it, hands down. Now, who I choose to do business with on my end is not your problem. You won't see him, you won't interact with him. Forget he exists.

Gus

I have to ask why. Why him?

Walter

Because he does what I say. Because I can trust him.

Gus

How much product do you have left?

Walter

38 pounds. Ready to go at a moment's notice. [Gus gets up] Will I hear from you?

Gus

I have your numbers. [softly] You can never trust a drug addict.