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Chapter 3 - Place to sleep

Jackie stood in the middle of an unfamiliar city, Wondering how he had ended up in this mess. His heart raced and his head spun. He was alone and confused. He had no idea where he was.

He looked around, but the street lights seemed to have been extinguished, and the windows in the buildings around him were shuttered tight. The only thing that provided any illumination was the moon, which hung low in the sky like a cold, silver eye.

Jackie started to walk down the deserted street, his footsteps echoing between the buildings. He had no destination in mind, only a desire to find some place to rest for the night. He had no idea how long he had been walking, but the exhaustion of traversing what seemed to be an endless city began to take its toll.

Finally, after what felt like hours, Jackie spotted a small hotel. The sign proclaimed it to be the Hotel Nocturne. He glanced around, looking for signs of life, but there was nothing. No cars, no people, nothing.

Jackie approached the hotel and knocked on the door. There was no answer. He knocked again, harder this time. Still nothing. He tried the handle, but it was locked. With a sigh, Jackie stepped back and glanced around, wondering what he should do next.

That was when he saw it. A faint light, coming from a window on the second floor of the hotel. Jackie rushed forward, overcome with relief. Someone was still awake inside and, with a little bit of luck, they'd be able to help him.

He knocked on the window, getting the attention of a small boy, who peered out at him.

"What do you want?" the boy asked.

"I'm looking for a place to stay," Jackie said. "Do you think I could come in?"

The boy hesitated for a moment, but then nodded and opened the window. Jackie scrambled into the room, grateful for the invitation.

The boy was small, with dark eyes and a mop of black hair. He wore a threadbare shirt and pants, but Jackie could tell he was well fed.

"Who are you?" the boy asked.

"My name is Jackie," Jackie said, looking around the small room. It was sparsely furnished, with only a bed and a few pieces of furniture, but it seemed clean and comfortable.

"I'm looking for a place to stay," Jackie continued. "Do you know if there is any room here?"

The boy nodded. "My mom runs the hotel," he said. "She's upstairs. Let me go get her."

He left the room, and a few minutes later he returned followed by a thin woman with a no-nonsense expression.

The woman sized Jackie up with a critical eye. "What do you want?" she asked.

Jackie explained his situation, and the woman nodded. "I can rent you a room," she said. "It'll be twenty dollars for the night. You can pay me in the morning."

Jackie thanked her and followed the woman upstairs to the third floor. The room she showed him was small, but it was clean and comfortable. Jackie was grateful for the woman's kindness, and he thanked her before settling in for the night.

As he lay in bed, he was aware of the strange power radiating from within him. He was no longer the same Jackie Estacado who had arrived in this strange city. He had become something else. Something new. Something that was still trying to understand itself.

He made a silent vow to himself. He would learn all about this new power within him, and he would use it for his own needs and gains. That, he had decided, was his purpose.

Jackie closed his eyes and finally drifted off to a peaceful sleep.

Jackie had awoken the next day with a newfound understanding of his powers. As he sat in his hotel room, he began to train himself to better understand and harness the power of darkness. He focused on honing his control over the darkness, exploring its depths and limits and learning how to use it. Jackie sat there for a couple of hours and sharpened his ability to manipulate the darkness around him, Pushing himself further as he worked towards mastering this new power. By the end of the day, Jackie was confident that he had a firm grasp on how to use this newfound power.

Jackie starts try to summon the creatures out of his back once again this ability is both fascinating and terrifying to those who witness it. The creatures are incredibly powerful, and Jackie has learned to use them to his advantage.

When Jackie summons the creatures, they emerge from his back in a cloud of smoke. They are massive, with sharp claws and teeth, and they move with incredible speed and agility. They are also incredibly intelligent, and can understand and follow complex commands from Jackie.

Jackie uses the creatures for a variety of purposes. He can send them to attack his enemies, or use them to defend himself from threats. He can also use them to gather information, as they are able to move silently and undetected.

Despite the power of the creatures, there is a downside to Jackie's ability. Summoning the creatures takes a tremendous toll on his body, and he can only summon them for short periods of time. If he pushes himself too hard, he risks serious injury or even death.

Overall, Jackie's ability to summon the two snake-like demonic creatures is a fascinating and complex power. It adds depth and intrigue to his character, and makes him a formidable opponent to anyone who crosses him.

"I can't wait to try these bad boys out again" I never thought that two demonic snake like creatures coming out of your back would be a blessing to have. Jackie said to himself with a smile across his face. now what should I call them ooh I know the one on the left will be Lefty and the one on the right will be Righty.

Alright let's get this shit going got some work cut out for me after all. Jackie said while taking a quick shower and leaving his hotel room. "Oh there you go ma'am here's your 20 bucks I was also wondering can I rent the room for a week". Jackie said to the hotel owner when he entered the main hotel hall.

As long as you can pay your welcome to stay as long as you want. Now hurry up and give me my 140 bucks already. The hotel owner. said to Jackie with a hurried tone of voice. "Here's your 140 bucks tell your son I said hello". Jackie stepped out of the hotel lobby and into the bustling streets of Gotham City.

The air was thick with the scent of exhaust fumes and the sound of car horns blaring. Jackie looked around, taking in the sights and sounds of the city. The towering skyscrapers loomed overhead, casting long shadows across the crowded sidewalks.

As he walked, Jackie noticed the eclectic mix of people that populated the city. There were businessmen in sharp suits, tourists with cameras slung over their shoulders, and street performers entertaining the crowds. Jackie felt a sense of excitement and anticipation as he explored the city, wondering what adventures awaited him in this vibrant and dynamic place.

As he continued his walk, Jackie couldn't help but marvel at the architecture of the buildings around him. The Art Deco style of the Gotham City Hall was particularly striking, with its intricate carvings and imposing presence. Jackie also admired the sleek and modern design of the Wayne Tower, which stood tall and impressive against the city skyline.

Despite the chaotic energy of the city, Jackie felt a sense of calm as he wandered the streets. He savored the feeling of being a small part of something larger, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the city.

As the sun began to set, Jackie realized that he had been walking for hours. He headed back to the hotel, feeling invigorated by his brief but memorable time exploring Gotham City.