Problem is, there ain't a lot of OGs left in the streets. Most of them locked up like my pops, or dead."
-- Maverick (chapter 1)

Importance: This is one of many examples of what Maverick and his peers consider normal. The "OGs" are the Old Gangsters who ran the King lords in the past, but there are much younger men in charge now. Those involved are loyal to each other, but they cannot actually protect each other in any meaningful way.

Now I look at him and he mine, no question. Worst part? I'm his."
-- Maverick (chapter 2)

Importance: Maverick has just learned he is Seven's biological father. For the first time, he is actually looking at the baby. He recognizes the similar physical features and the biological connection. The second part of this statement indicates that he does not feel capable of meeting the responsibilities of fatherhood.

I'm just a lil' kid who can't live up who...
-- Maverick (chapter 10)