Scarlett: How did you find me?
Jimmy: I have my ways.
He started driving.
Scarlett: I'm surprised. I never thought you would be a "big" gangster.
Jimmy: Now answer my question. What happened?
Scarlett: I'm pretty sure you have ways to find out about that as well.
Jimmy: I have. But I want to hear from you.
Something looked really different. Jimmy didn't have that much 'joy' or 'funniness' in his voice. But more of 'seriousness'.
Scarlett: My stepfather was forcing me to marry his friend's son.
Jimmy: Why didn't you tell me?
Scarlett: What difference would it have made?
Scarlett feels the increasing speed of the car. She glanced at Jimmy who had a very angry look. Scarlett couldn't understand why.
Jimmy: Who do you want me to kill? Your father, his friend, or the son? Perhaps all?
Scarlett: I don't want you to kill anyone. Are you crazy?
Jimmy: In my world, if we don't like anyone. We kill.
Scarlett: Your world is messed up.
Jimmy: Then, what do you want?!
Scarlett: I just…never want to go back. But my dad has power. And he will look for me. Eventually, he'll find me. And I'm not even sure what he'll do this time. I can't even tell any of my friends about this. It'll put them in danger. I ran away but I don't know what to do. I've never felt this helpless. So. F***ing. Helpless.
Jimmy: Come with me. Nothing will happen.
Scarlett: Go with you? I can't depend on someone else.
Jimmy: Do you have a better option? Are you gonna live on the street? Or do you have any money? Even if you find a place to live, you'll get caught.
Scarlett: But I-
Scarlett looked down. She knew she didn't have any option. Jimmy probably has power. That can protect her against Mr. Logan. "Do I really have to go?" Her face really did show helplessness. She looked outside the window trying to hide her tears. But Jimmy knew she was crying. Again, she had to make everything look real.
Jimmy: Don't cry. It makes me want to rip their head off.
Scarlett: Don't ever harm them!
Jimmy: Why do you care so much???
Scarlett: Because Mr. Logan is Mark's father, the person who is like a brother to me. And whoever that guy was. I'm sure he was also forced into this.
Jimmy: Then make a decision…Get out of this car right now. And soon you'll go back to your pitiful life. Or put your ignorance aside and come with me and things might get better.
Scarlett was shocked. Jimmy clearly looked angry and a bit scary. She put her hands on her face and started sobbing. Jimmy stopped the car. He took her hands in his and gave her an unexpected hug. Scarlett stopped sobbing.
Jimmy: I'm so sorry. Scarlett, this is how I really am. I forgot you never saw me like this. I shouldn't have been harsh. Don't cry. Your tears are more precious than diamonds.
Scarlett: It's okay Jimmy. I'll (in low voice) come with you.
Jimmy: I'll protect you. I promise.
Scarlett's heart started to beat fast. She didn't know why. She wanted it to stop. She didn't want any feelings to get involved in this. She stopped arguing in her head for a second. It felt good to be in someone's arm. A couple of hours had already passed. They both stayed quiet the whole time. Scarlett didn't know where he was going or why it was taking so long.
Scarlett: Wasn't your home on the west side?
Jimmy: I'm not going back.
Scarlett: Why?
Jimmy: I've decided to get back to my real work.
Scarlett: So we're going to, like your real house?
Jimmy: You could say that.
Scarlett: Do you live with your parents. Is your dad a big gangster as well.
Jimmy: Ha-ha I don't live with my parents. I don't have any.
Scarlett: Oh…sorry. Then…is it gonna be just the two of us?
Jimmy: Wouldn't it be better that way. (Smirk)
Scarlett: No, that would really suck.
Jimmy: We're here.
Scarlett looked around and it was a highly secured area. So many people with black suits and big guns. Scarlett was astonished. They entered through the main gate and Scarlett could see a big house. Jimmy parked his car and Scarlett could see about 6 to 7 more expensive cars.
Jimmy stepped out and so did Scarlett all while lifting her dress a bit so she doesn't trip. It was already dawn. The night had already passed. Jimmy was probably sleepy. Jimmy did some kind of fingerprint thing and the door opened automatically. They both entered the house and were in the living room now.
Scarlett could see three men. One was drinking water while sitting on the couch. Another one was smoking a cigarette also on the couch. The third one was leaning against the large glass window. He had these wide shoulders and looked handsome. They all looked really cool. They also had tattoos. But they looked dangerous. Once they noticed Scarlett and Jimmy, something unbelievable happened. The guy drinking water threw it all out onto the guy next to him all over his face. He looked really surprised. Just then the guy whose face got splashed talked.
???: Liam, I'm going to kill you.
Liam: Jimmy, you got married?!!! Ohh Myy God Congratulations.
Jimmy: Don't bother me. I'm going to sleep.
Scarlett watched Jimmy walk away. He went upstairs. Scarlett's jaw dropped.
Scarlett: Y-yah! Don't leave me here.
Jimmy: Don't worry, I don't think they'll kill you.
He was clearly teasing her. Just then he was gone. That left Scarlett three mysterious boys. Two of them involved in the water incident walked in front of her.
Liam: Chris, why would he bring her here?
Chris: Obviously because they're married now.
Liam: But really tho? Getting married at dawn? What's the hurry?
Chris: They probably already had their wedding night.
Scarlett's face was getting a bit red, she was also cringed.
Scarlett: What the hell is wrong with you crackheads?!
Both of them just stared at her. Liam burst into laughter and Chris grinned a little.
Chris: Little missie, Do you know who we are?
Scarlett: Who are you?!
She actually knew. Liam finally got stable after laughing while holding his stomach. Chris was about to say something when…A person's hands slide their faces aside and a third guy popped in the middle. That was smooth.
???: How the hell can you all ignore me while I was clearly standing over there. You really have a level of disrespect. Hello, (He forwarded his hand) I'm Kevin.
Scarlett: Umm Hi, Kevin.
Kevin: You should actually be thanking me. I'm the one who found you.
Scarlett: Did I ask you to?
Kevin who had closed eyes and looked like he was lost in self-praise opened his eyes shook. He looked at Scarlett.
Kevin: I'm sorry I didn't hear you correctly.
Liam started to laugh again and Chris was trying to hold it in.
Scarlett: You heard me correctly. What's up with you all? Has no one ever talked back to you?
Liam: Actually no.
Scarlett: This is unbelievable. I can call you Kevin right? Please explain to them why I ended up here.
Kevin: Scarlett is Jimmy's…Like, girlfriend??
Scarlett: Actually don't do anything. Just show me a room where I can sleep.
Kevin: This way, Princess.
Kevin said sarcastically because of her behavior. Scarlett glared at him and started walking to where he was taking her.
Liam: But why a wedding dress? (Confused face) Does Jimmy have a link for that?
Chris stared at him with a straight face indicating to him that his question was stupid.
Chris: Instead of getting lost in questions, we can just find out.
Liam: Do that. I have some business to take care of.
All of a sudden this guy wasn't that funny anymore. His eyes got serious and he left the house.
.........…
Scarlett entered a room that Kevin had showed her.
Kevin: This is where you would be staying.
Scarlett: Thanks, can l ask you? Like, who are you guys?
Kevin: We're gang members of Parker Gang.
Scarlett: But there are so many members, like the guys in black suits. But you all seem different.
Kevin: Jimmy, me, two guys downstairs, and another guy stuck in a cell are known as top 5. Belonging to 5 different families. I am in charge of political, foreign, and money-related affairs in the gang. I'm Kevin Johnson. The dork you saw downstairs is in charge of fighting and weapons. His name is Liam Cruise. The rather laid-back guy is in charge of our hacking group. His name was Chris Brooks. Another guy, who is not here is in charge of planning and research. His name is Jayden Dylan. Oh, and by the way, this is his room. You can stay here till he returns.
Scarlett: O-okay and what about Jimmy? What is he?
Kevin: He's the leader. The only son of the Parker family who had been running a gang for decades.
Scarlett: The leader??? But why, I-I mean like, it's…tch.
Kevin: I already get your question. If you look into our gang's records, you won't find Jimmy anywhere.
Scarlett: I know, I've heard about the "Bulletproof Gang". It's actually quite famous. But I've heard the Jayden guy was the leader. Jimmy is never mentioned.
Kevin: That is because Jimmy doesn't want to publicly exposé himself. Don't ask why. He has reasons. Besides I've already told you a lot.
Scarlett: I didn't force you to.
Kevin walked to where Scarlett was. He had a scary aura around him.
Kevin: But now you know. Are you aware of what we do to useless people who know about this? We kill them. But I can't kill you right now because you're currently our guest.
Scarlett gulped as this guy who was just close to walking away to the door. He opened it but before leaving he said something.
Kevin: And don't mistake his sympathy for love, Princess.
The door closed Right now Scarlett was supposed to feel bad at what he said. Was she that pitiful? But she didn't. She sat on the bed. A smirk formed on her face. She took out her earpiece from a hidden pocket in her dress. And she put on her ear. As someone seemed to be trying to contact her.
Scarlett: Who is this?
Scott: Agent 002.
Scarlett: What is it? "Boss" (Sarcastically)
Scott: Henry put me in charge of your mission.
Scarlett: So now you know what it is?
Scott: Agent 007, if it's out of your reach then you don't have to do it.
Scarlett: Are you mocking me?
Scott: No, I'm telling you that you don't have to accept every single mission.
Scarlett: Agent 002…
Scott: Catching a gangster is pretty normal. But getting involved with him is another thing. And it is dangerous. Especially when we're talking about one of the most dangerous gangs out there.
Scarlett: So, what do you mean, exactly?
Scarlett almost laughed thinking about the most dangerous people she just saw.
Scott: I mean to say, that in the process of gaining Jimmy Parker's trust. You could get hurt. He could find out about your identity.
Scarlett: Agent 002. Task number 1. Accomplished.
Scott: For real?
Scarlett: I'm aware that being an important member of the agency. You don't want to lose one of the top agents. But boss, you seem to be underestimated me.
Scott: I guess I did. Good job, are you sure there are no suspicions?
Scarlett: Jimmy has trust in me. As for his partners, I'll gain theirs too. Just make sure Jayden Dylan doesn't escape from your custody or I'm doomed.
Scott: Don't worry. Your task number 2 is to become a part of their gang.
Scarlett: I'm hanging up. Don't call me, I'll contact you if something important comes up.
Scott: Don't die. Farewell.
Scarlett held the earpiece along with her phone. She took the SIM card and memory card out. She dropped them off the floor and crushed them with her shoes. She took the leftover and drained them in the toilet. She opened the closet looking for any suitable clothes and was pleased to find the woman's clothing inside. This arrangement was probably made by Kevin. She took out the first comfortable-looking clothes that came in her hands. She finally changed the dress which had been bugging her for a while now.
Scarlett: Finally~ I can go to sleep.
*** A few days later ***
Scarlett usually just stayed in her room. Scarlett was sound asleep when she suddenly woke up. She felt hungry. She got up and left the room. Through all the days Scarlett had been in this house, no one came home. It was always her alone. The rest of his guys were busy with gang stuff. But for now, she was hungry and only cared about food. She took a plate and filled it with whatever stuff she could find. She walked out to a table so she could sit and eat.
To her surprise, Jimmy was also sitting there. The Liam guy was sitting on the sofa watching TV. Chris was sitting parallel to Jimmy on the table. Kevin also entered through the main door. Scarlett walked towards the table and sat next to Jimmy. All their attention went to Scarlett. They had just noticed her but there was something about Chris, who was sitting opposite Scarlett. He was just giving her 'that' stare.
The type you give to someone who ate the last slice of pizza that you had saved for yourself. Scarlett looked at her bowl. It was literally just normal food. She started eating. Everyone was quiet. Jimmy noticed Scarlett's shirt was falling off her shoulder revealing her strap. He fixed it for her. She felt awkward.
Scarlett: Uhm! So, what are you guys doing? No work? No doing gang stuff.
Kevin: Today is the only day we get to rest. We just sit all day and think about very unusual things.
Liam: Unusual! Like how Jimmy is acting around you, this is way too unusual. I just keep wondering who you really are.
Chris: I know everything. I know exactly who she is…
* To be Continue*
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