#and unfortunately i don't trust new enough to believe that he'll make it worth the wait (after what happened to between us...)

[lamonnaie]

they're starting head 2 head filming soon,,, we're never getting revamp are we 🫠🫠

[pyropsychiccollector]

Yu-gi-oh 5D's: IF (Part 1)

A short while ago I voiced my thoughts on Starscream from Armada. Might as well lay out all my musings on 5ds. (人◕ω◕) Overall, it's a decent enough series. It was the last Yu-gi-oh anime that I enjoyed. I was even content enough that Kalin got his redemption later in Crash Town.

... That said, I'm a sucker for IFs (for those unfamiliar with Danganronpa, it's just another term for AUs). Might as well see what I could play with here. (人◕ω◕)

Let's see... I think a good starting point would be the Enforcers. There came a point when Crow and Jack left the group because Kalin went too far in his goals and actions. Yusei stayed, albeit he didn't agree with the changes in Kalin - he hoped that by staying, he could convince his friend to deescalate.

We'll say this was the main turning point. Yusei managed to convince Kalin that they needed to be better than the duel gang thugs they used to thrash. That he could understand Kalin's desire to keep the streets safe, but they needed to do it the right way. They already took down all the rival duel gangs, so that was a decent enough first step.

... The problem becomes that in the vacuum left by the gangs, Sector Security still took over Satellite much to Kalin's resentment and frustration. There's no getting around it, Kalin still has a great deal of rage in him, but Yusei's loyalty keeps him tempered and from flying too off the rails. There's also a tension between Kalin, Crow, and Jack left unresolved for a spell.

Kalin doesn't take the fight directly to Sector Security, but he and Yusei still beat back officers who seek to eliminate the duelists in Satellite. Not enough to wrestle back control over their home, not enough to save every duelist, but the pair of them are seen as unsung heroes for their efforts by the citizens of Satellite; and rogues with bounties on their heads issued by Sector Security.

Yusei and Kalin meet Rally, Nervin, Blitz, and Tank, and for a while they have a new gang backing them up even if the team dynamics and strength are different. Eventually things are mostly squared away with Crow and Jack when they see Kalin's deescalated for the most part. Though for Kalin, Crow, and Jack, the rift between them is only (mostly) forgiven - not forgotten. Kalin refuses to trust them anymore, and that wariness is reciprocated by the former two Enforcers as they keep their distance despite the mended friendships. Yusei still gets along better with them than Kalin does, but he does constantly get asked if it's worth the risk of being Kalin's anchor when he's already proven he can be a loose cannon and can be again with just the right circumstances.

Yusei believes Kalin won't snap. He knows things were unstable for a while, but Kalin's got friends in Yusei and their new crew; he believes that's enough to keep Kalin grounded.

However... fate still seems determined to test Yusei's faith in his friends. Rex sends Lazar to approach Jack, who has ambitions of becoming the greatest duelist; it's the same deal as before: Steal the Duel Runner and Stardust Dragon, then escape through the pipeline to Neo Domino City.

With Kalin still around, Jack's friendship with Yusei is a little soured. He can see the constant guerrilla efforts against Sector Security eventually forcing Kalin to cross the line, and he'll drag Yusei along for the ride. Jack's sick and tired of nothing changing in Satellite, and so he seizes the chance to secure his own future. He puts Rally in danger and gives Yusei the ultimatum of saving Rally or stopping him.

Things don't go all according to plan. Jack takes Stardust Dragon and the Duel Runner when Yusei predictably goes to save Rally, but before he can relish in his victory for too long Kalin lunges and they brawl while Jack is en route to his destiny. Jack fends Kalin off fortunately for him; but unfortunately Kalin managed to wrestle Stardust Dragon away. Jack isn't left with any other choice - he has to make it to Neo Domino City with just the Runner. if he tries to stay and steal back the dragon, there's no guarantee he'll be able to make it through the pipeline, no guarantee that Lazar and his benefactor will provide another chance for him. He can't stay in Satellite after betraying his old friends... he burned that bridge and now he must live with his choices.

So Jack leaves the Satellite. Leaves and prays he'll have the chance to pursue being the greatest Turbo Duelist... It's all he's got left.

Of course, without Stardust Dragon, Jack's a lot less valuable to Goodwin. Jack is still a Signer and possesses a dragon of his own, but now he has no means of luring Yusei in when the time is right. So Goodwin reneges on his deal with Jack, refuses to endorse him. He allows Jack to stay in Neo Domino and forge his own path, but Goodwin will not lift a finger to mold the young man into a Champion. Because there's no benefit to Goodwin; he'll keep an eye on Jack but that's it. He'll need to draw up a new plan to bring the Signers together.

Two years go by. Kalin and Yusei work together on making new Duel Runners because Jack managed to escape the Satellite; he'd proven it was possible, so they bided their time and collected all the parts they could. They prioritized Yusei's new Runner, but through fights with Sector Security they acquired enough materials for Kalin to make his own as well. It took two years, but they succeeded.

Yusei and Kalin both want to go after Jack. After a certain point in the past year, Jack dropped off the grid in Neo Domino; they, along with Crow, Rally, and crew watched Jack enter the Pro Duelist Circuit and make a valiant effort to scale the ranks... And he managed quite well, all things considered.

But never enough to be Champion. That honor went to Dragan, who achieved the rank shortly before Jack disappeared as far as media coverage went. For his part, Yusei was concerned for Jack as a friend; the betrayal two years ago still stung, the theft of the original Runner hurt... But Kalin got Stardust back. And it wasn't worth holding a grudge when Jack's life could have been at stake. Yusei refused to believe Jack was dead, and so he was going to find his old friend.

For Kalin's part, however... Jack's betrayal cut far deeper, and he was hellbent on some kind of revenge against the would-be King. Jack endangered Rally, and tried stealing both Stardust and Yusei's Runner; the bastard managed to get away with the latter, but not for very much longer if Kalin had any say. Kalin couldn't find it in his heart to be as worried over Jack's possible fate. If he was already dead, so be it. Traitors deserve much worse, in Kalin's opinion. He understood Yusei was a much kinder, loyal man than him... But Jack brought this on himself. If there was a chance Jack was still living, Kalin was going to find him and figure out what he wanted to do. It was hazy, but Kalin felt he had to do something... Getting Stardust back for Yusei was the bare least he could have done after everything Yusei did for him through thick and thin. Jack needed to be punished.

He wasn't going to come out and admit that to Yusei, however. It was a darkness that Kalin had to wrestle through on his own time. The trip to Neo Domino... Kalin knew it was a risk with Sector Security so feverishly in pursuit of them, they'd absolutely get thrown in the Facility if they couldn't pull off Jack's miracle.

But he trusted in Yusei, and trusted in the Runners they built together. They were armed with their decks even after all this time, and Kalin wasn't going to give up on liberating their home. It's just that if Yusei was going to go looking for Jack, Kalin would put his ambitions against the police dogs on hold and tag along. Because Yusei stuck with him, so his friend deserved reciprocation at the absolute bare minimum. They'd go to Neo Domino, find Jack, and... work out everything else after achieving that. Crow wanted to come as well, but they all decided one of the Enforcers should remain behind in case the worst came to pass and they never returned...

Not that Kalin and Yusei ever intended on failing. They just couldn't afford to leave Satellite completely without hope. The past two years did much in smoothing over the tension between Crow and Kalin, so barring the snafu with Jack everything was square with the Enforcers.

Yusei and Kalin manage to slip past Trudge and the officers pursuing them into the pipeline, Yusei defeating Trudge in a turbo duel before they cross over into Neo Domino. There's no fateful reunion with Jack in this instance, no Goodwin waiting for them, so the pair of Satellites slip into the city quietly and make finding a temporary base of operations their first priority.

They're quick to discover it's a lot harder to dodge patrols and surveillance in the heart of the city split in two. Their bounties are through the roof at this point, and that makes trusting the people of Neo Domino a lot harder. Makes their mission so much harder.

Hence, Yusei still manages to get caught and shuffled off to the Facility. Kalin doesn't take that very well, considering Yusei kept the Sector Security dogs on him exclusively. He vows to bust in there and save his friend. Whatever it took.

To Kalin's surprise, a new ally gets in touch with him. A man that goes by the name of Blister. Blister is willing to help orchestrate Yusei's release, if Kalin would let him handle it. He cites his long track record of breaking into places, including the Facility on many occasions. He'd be able to help Yusei out of there within the next day or so.

As tempting as the offer is, Kalin demands to know why Blister approached a total stranger seeming to know his full story, to know who the hell sent him. Because without those answers, Kalin refuses to accept any help. He'll bust Yusei out himself, regardless of how much more "impossible" that will be.

Blister is uneasy about revealing his client's identity. So Jack, looking rather homely and like he'd never left Satellite, reveals himself and explains he wants to make things right with Yusei. He explains where he's been for the past year, that he had to go under the radar when Rex Goodwin's lapdogs got too invasive. Had to pull out of the Fortune Cup attempts and lie low with Blister's connections. The same connections that allowed him to get Yusei's original Runner mended and allowed him a shot in the Fortune Cup at all. Jack knows he screwed up and betrayed everyone; he's not asking for forgiveness. He just wants to help Yusei because no one deserves to rot away in Sector Security's clutches. Because this is all he can do to help repay Yusei for the friendship they used to have as Enforcers.

... This goes about as well as one might think. Kalin barely held himself back from going nuclear on Jack from first sight, but after hearing all that... He goes ballistic. Kalin blames Jack for endangering Rally, for the stolen Runner, for trying to swipe the Stardust Dragon card... But he gets even more furious that Jack went into hiding because the heat got too real for him, and he didn't have the decency to somehow get a message back to Satellite... They're in this mess in Neo Domino because of Jack. Kalin can barely convey how pissed off he is and really struggles to not physically lash out at the former Enforcer.

Kalin thinks about it. He really does. Regardless if it turns into a full-out brawl, the only reason he holds back is he needs the strength to break into the Facility and get Yusei out himself. Kalin doesn't think it's worth accepting Jack and Blister's "help", not when this whole mess is their fault.

However, Blister proposes that Kalin can tag along if it means that much to him. Witnessing Kalin vent made Blister think about how Aero must think of him, and he wants to help set things straight with Jack and Kalin as much as possible. Kalin still holds clear reservations, so his only stipulation is that Jack stays behind on this "operation". He refuses to bear Yusei's neck to Jack again. They get in, get Yusei out, and the two of them go back to Satellite. Jack can go to hell for all that Kalin cares.

They do things as Kalin stipulated, much as Jack has reservations about staying behind on this one. However, during the escape Warden Armstrong catches up with them and Kalin takes it on himself to duel the thug and earn Yusei's freedom, as well as those new pals he made behind bars. Armstrong doesn't care too much to wager that because his end of the deal is if he wins then Kalin and Blister both get thrown into Lockdown with Yusei. Armstrong is too enticed by finally catching the slippery Blister.

Kalin manages to come out on top, but of course Armstrong attempts to renege on their deal. Goodwin steps in and dismisses him as the Warden, and allows the motley crew of prisoners and jailbreakers to go. Because that was the deal Armstrong made. Blister disables their trackers for a little bit, but has no way of permanently getting them off.

Still, it's enough to get a headstart. Blister even helps retrieve Yusei's current Runner, which Sector Security impounded. Kalin's ready to bolt, but Yusei wants to see Jack and talk with him. This bittersweet reunion leads to the three Enforcers dueling back-to-back to get the worst out of their systems. But in dueling Yusei, the marks of the Crimson Dragon are activated, and Goodwin watches the duel from start to finish. Because of course he never lost track of Yusei or Jack.

Kalin is still furious with Jack, but Yusei of course has more or less forgiven him and moved on. Goodwin makes the request of Yusei and Jack participating in the Fortune Cup, holding Rally and the others hostage in Satellite. Kalin refuses to be left out and signs up for the contest as well; because he still wants to pound Jack into the ground for dragging them all down with him.

They still meet Leo and Luna. Still meet Greiger and Akiza. The Fortune Cup remains a clash of conflicted interests coming together. In the end, the final four duelists left in the competition are Luna, Yusei, Akiza, and Greiger (Jack and Kalin knocked each other out in their match). Yusei defeats Greiger; Akiza defeats Luna; and Yusei defeats Akiza. Greiger almost tries attacking Goodwin for destroying his home village, but Yusei talks him down and promises to do what he can to stop the Director. He keeps Greiger from being branded a criminal for hijacking the mic, and Greiger is accepted into their friend group as he wants in if they're going to take down Goodwin.

It comes down to Yusei and Dragan, who is not nearly as oblivious as Jack when it comes to the Director. He's aware Goodwin is up to something, but Dragan was hoping to bait the truth out of him by bringing together the four known Signers. Dragan wishes he could get a rematch with Jack, who was so determined to have another shot, but duels Yusei with honor and accepts his defeat graciously. Dragan isn't sure if his status as a holder of a Nordic God Card would allow him to become allies with the Crimson Dragon users... However, he isn't one for stuffy propriety. Not after a fantastic match.

With Dragan's help - he compiled a file of evidence over the past couple years of Goodwin's shady activities, including the kidnapping of Yusei's friends in Satellite - they get Sector Security to at least dismiss Goodwin as Director and detain him for further questioning. Lazar has no choice but to step in as the interim Director, though he's under much scrutiny as well because of his allegiance to Goodwin. Thus Lazar takes a radical shift in how he operates, staying as far away from Goodwin as possible because he doesn't want to be caught up in that possible scandal. Lazar even goes so far as to cut contact with Yliaster, as again he only knew a very partial view of the whole picture. Dragan's shrewd maneuver of gathering enough evidence to oust Goodwin terrifies him into behaving.

This leaves a lot of things up in the air. Even with Yusei as the Champ and Goodwin removed from the seat of power (for now, of course), getting the city to properly reintegrate Satellite is still a herculean task. There's many things to look into, and even in custody Goodwin is playing his mind games and nudging the Signers to prepare themselves for an inevitable war.

Who can say how events would unfold in the Dark Signers arc? (人◕ω◕) Methinks that in the wake of Yusei winning the Cup, there'd be a lot to unpack and resolve. Dragan and what he'd choose to do. Jack denied the title again, yet also in a healthier mindset because he wasn't a Champ built on lies and manipulation. Kalin's residual bitterness at Jack's betrayal and how easily he was accepted back. Blister having a bond with Jack because of their mistakes. Greiger along for the ride in dealing with Goodwin, not roped in as a Dark Signer. Lazar scrambling to cover his bum~

There's still Akiza and the Arcadia Movement to deal with. Still have to rescue Fairy Dragon. Still have to help Misty get over her vengeance. Carly will be coming in fast. And we won't forget Crow. (人◕ω◕) Stay tuned, I suppose. I'll think on it~

[madame-fear]

Helloo friend 😌 I was wondering how Dark Knight’s Jonathan Crane would protect his s/o from a spider in the house, like his s/o is afraid of spiders. I really love all your work, it’s just pure perfection ❤️

Ahh thank you so much anon!! It makes me so happy to know you like my work! Makes my motivation to write to increase <333

I made this as headcanons because i (personally) thought it would fit! but if you want a fic/imagine about it, feel free to let me know~ ❤ Also, since apologies if it's shorter than my hcs/fics usually are ;;w;;

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• For him, fear is truly fascinating and something worth studying if you want to control someone's mind; but when it comes to you, it's way too different.

• He believes, fear doesn't look good at all on your pretty little face.

• Knowing him, it would've taken you a while to open up your fears to him, mainly because he had a cold, calculating facade, and you still didn't trust him much. Who knows? Maybe, he could have used your own fears against you.

• But, once you began falling for each other and began dating, you realised how fiercely protective he was of you, and how he would never dare to hurt you, not even cause you the slightest pain.

• And that's when you first talked to him about your fears! Once when the fear and phobias topic came in one of your little chats after work.

• When you told him you were afraid of spiders, he never made fun of it or teased you about it. You're his partner, why should he do that? He's quite understanding, and with this information in mind, he'd make sure to keep the house as spider-free as it's possible.

• He does his best, of course, but sometimes, little spiders escape from his sight and his anti-spider methods. They're a bit too sneaky for him.

• Which leads to some...unwanted spider encounters situations, and sadly, you were the unfortunate one who had the encounters with the tiny, hairy spiders.

• You scream and run away when a spider comes into your way? That's totally fine for him! Just run to him and tell him what you saw, and he'll gladly take the little spider away from your presence.

"Don't worry my dear, no need to be horrified, I'll take care of it." He said, placing a loving kiss on your forehead as you guided him towards the spider that crossed paths with you.

• It's honestly admirable how calm he is around spiders, while you on the other hand are freaking the shit out.

• He'd grab a little transparent tupperware and trap the spider on it, and would slip a thin yet firm paper under the tupperware so he can grab it and take it away from you.

• He'd be so incredibly gentle and careful to not let it escape while he makes his way towards the garden!

• Once he finally reached the garden, he'd leave it on some place that's far from your home, and would intensely stare at it until it leaves, only to never be seen again.

• When he's 100% sure the spider left, he'd be sooo sweet and caring with you! He'd immediatly turn around to where you are, and would wrap you in his arms and softly stroke your hair.

"See? It's gone, my dear. It won't hurt you. All you need to do, is tell me whenever you see a spider, and I'll take care of it." He said, tightly pressing you against his chest enough to hear his heartbeat, as he placed a kiss on your head and gently played with small strands of hair, twirling it around his finger.

• This man has an incredible soft spot inside of him for you!! So overprotective & caring <3

• Definitely thinks of new ways of making the house spider-free, and would search on the Internet for some other tips for removing spiders at home.

• Would offer you some comfort food & beverage in case you're a bit too scared.

• Literally doesn't leave your side!! And also, plays a lot with your hair as he sweetly talks to you 🥰

• If your spider fear is too intense, he'll give you tips and offer you some help to overcome it or, at least, make it less intense/extreme.

• Literally, your knight in shining armour <3

[whitehairedclea]

Red Roulette part VIII

Helena sat in her office remembering Chang's words from last night. “As if I didn't know about my intuition, if it wasn't for my intuition I wouldn't open casinos in the States or raise such amount of money, you idiot” she thought. Then, for a split second, she remembered his hands holding her hand and her waist. Gently, yet firm enough to keep her from talking any more. She lit a cigarette and tossed the lighter at the corner of the desk. She quickly dispelled her memories, returning to the issue of the diamond. From the words of Chang showed that the guy did it on behalf of someone, and so probably the diamond has already been transferred to the client.

"Sebastian!"

A seconds later he appeared in the office waiting for an order.

"Bring the Spider over here immediately, maybe he will know something today that will be helpful"

"Of course, I'll get him right away," he replied and left the office quickly.

If someone did order the theft of the diamond, there must have been some trace of it on the streets. So many informants were fooling around deceiving every single profitable handful of information that such a fact of handing over the diamond could not have escaped them.

“ Mrs. Roulette! How nice ... "Spider began as soon as he entered, but Helena quickly cut off his greeting. 

“Okay, finish this cirrus. Fast. Have you heard of any strange meeting last night? "

"Virtually every one in this city, as if you could be more precise"

“It's mainly about the diamond, so focus. Whatever you heard, whatever you know "

“Let's start 600,000,” he smiled.

She had no desire or time to bargain with him, so she just nodded, trying to trust her intuition that he was the only person who could move her search forward.

"I heard one guy brag about a huge amount of money earned for one thing, just one Job. Maybe not a diamond specifically, but quite a similarity"

"Well, who was it then?"

"One of the people coming to the Yellow Flag, long brown hair, possibly American, weird that’s why I remember and that's all I know."

This was more than she could figure out so far, so she thought she had found the lead. All she had to do was find this man and find out who told him to do the job. Time was running out and there was also a risk that someone would want to sell this diamond abroad. Probably worth more than all of Roanapur .

***

  Sebastian headed for the Yellow Flag, a dingy bar on the main street. Inside, it was swarming with suspicious curiosities - dealers, bounty hunters, dirty workmen, prostitutes who could be hired upstairs. In all this hive, he was looking for an American with long hair. 

"Hi Bao " greeted the owner "how's the deal?"

"So far so good, it's only been a week since the last damage, how r you ?"

"It's pretty good to say the casino is spinning somehow, little problems"

"Problems? What, boss has her period? " laughed, but after Sebastian's expression he retired to safer topics "so what problems?"

"I'm looking for a new stranger, he must have arrived here about two days ago, a long-haired brunette, an American, have you heard something about it?"

Bao rapped on the counter to indicate that nothing is for free. Sebastian took a bundle of money out of his pocket and asked for a mug of beer for that.

"My dear, if any connoisseur from Uncle Sam is going to roll through this town, he is sure to look into a lovely restored place like the Yellow Flag!" Bao moved closer to him so that no one would hear what he was saying "... how to tell you, the girls upstairs are definitely perfect"

Sebastian didn’t need more. He jumped up, throwing an additional tip to the bartender, and ran upstairs. Already on the stairs there were crowds of women who were Whiting for the client. Mixed voices of men and women came from everywhere. Every room felt occupied. Sebastian had to choose one to find the American.

One room caught his attention as there was no sound. He decided to try and blew the door open. Inside, a white man sat on the couch, counting quite a large mountain of money. It was obvious this guy was the one he was looking for.

In an instant, he took out the gun before he could react and pointed it at him.

"Dude what are you ?!"

"I would advise you to start talking before your brain will be on that wall over there!" he shouted.

The gun was now right at his temple.

"Who did you sell the diamond to?" Sebastian asked the distressed American.

"It's nothing personal man"

'I don't care, you stole my boss's diamond, who's not a very patient woman. If you want to get out of this, I advise you to talk, we will probably manage without you, but it will be faster,' he replied, unlocking the gun.

The American, feeling the barrel of the gun against his temple, understood how much he did not care about keeping the client's secret. He had money, keeping his life was a priority. Later he talked more than had to.

He was commissioned by an Italian named Dotti right after his arrival in Roanapur. He escaped from the Italian mafia and hid somewhere in the city, gathering his strength to take over the position of the then mafia boss. He couldn't announce his great comeback yet, so he decided to start marking his grounds with minor intimidations. Defecting Helena was to scare her and take over the casino as a new home. The plan might have worked if it had happened to someone else. Helena wasn't going to let go of such an insult, she would have pulled information about him from the city's canals to get him.

"THIS IS ALL I KNOW!" he shouted "really even the pasta makers don't know where he is. NOBODY knows, I got the money a moment ago together with the key to this room!"

There was nothing else to ask. He sheathed the gun and grabbed the bag of money, then threw them all out of the open window. Hundreds of dollars scattered across the crowded street. Seconds later, there were shouts of surprise and fights for every dollar.

"FUCKING MOTHERFUCKER WTF ?!"

'Enjoy you're alive. I'd rather blow your head off now" Sebastian replied and left.

He returned to the casino as soon as possible. It was the most important piece of information, the main puzzle to solve the whole case. They might have started working before it was too fast to spread around town that the Roulette casino could be brazenly robbed.

Sebastian shared with Helena all the clues he had obtained. Without a moment's thought, she rushed to the phone and started calling known informants if anyone had heard of Datti's location . Unfortunately, silence, no one knew him and no one heard of him since he hid from the Italian mafia.

"The little fish don't know anything or don't want to sprinkle ..." she said, looking out the window. Sebastian had the impression that she was running out of ideas on what to do next.

'Maybe actually wait for an intimidation attempt? There is a chance he'll reveal himself. ”Helena didn't let him finish, she held up a hand to silence him.

'I won't wait, Sebastian. It's a perfect night to spill some blood, "she said with a slight smile on her face, then added," If the little fish don't know anything, let's see what the shark says. "

'It means ?'

'We're going to talk to All-Knowing-Mr-Chang , I think it might be a good move.' her green eyes flashed.

Sebastian felt as if she was getting excited about this whole situation.

***

The private line telephone began to ring. Chang picked up "Cho , if they're Cubans again with cocaine in their veins, fire them, I won't play business with junkies," he dropped after a hard day. From this morning, one of the cartel people wants to sell him the idea of cracking down on cocaine in Japan. Like a drugged man, full of vision, he only wasted his time.

'Of course boss, it's just ... they're not Cubans. Red Roulette and Sebastian are here asking for a meeting'

Somewhere in the background you could hear Helena's voice, who didn't like the phrase 'ask'. She clearly tried to correct that she required this meeting.

'Let them in'

Chang began to believe that this evening was not going to be written off after all. "But there are still people in this town who can keep me entertained," he thought. A moment later he heard the clap of heels and a knock on his office door.

'Come in'

Cho entered first and signaled that they could enter. Helena straightened her red hair quickly and walked in with a serious look.

"Why do I owe such a great visit," he asked, comfortably leaning against the desk.

'I'll be short because I don't have time. I know who ordered the theft and it was Dotti , a former member of the Italian Mafia, but I have no idea where he is ' she came close enough to rest her hands on his desk. The red nails tapped gently impatiently. Her green eyes, full of fury, waited for his reply. It was only then that he noticed that there was a tiny mole on her face next to her left eye. Right at the tip , as if it was waiting to be spotted under the cover of red waves of hair. The long black dress sparkled softly in the light, and Chang wished she would take a few steps back to see her leg emerging from the slit. The louder tapping of her nails brought him back to reality. He wanted to laugh at wandering his mind, but quickly gathered his thoughts.

"Of course, I know where he is. Boss of the italian mafia still makes me laugh that he can’t find this Dotti guy. I'll help you with him, " he replied, standing to put on his jacket.

'You misunderstood me, Mr. Chang. I don't want you to help me deal with him. Just give me his location, I'll do the rest myself. '

It made the corner of his mouth turn into a devilish smile. The predator's gaze shone from behind his black glasses . 

'Sorry, I misinterpreted your intentions. Then let me accompany you on this journey ”he offered her a hand, lowering his head as if inviting her to dance.

He was eager to see this confrontation unfold. And most of all, what she can do. As a new fish in town, she had to show that she could do more than sell information, otherwise it would be difficult for her. She could slide quickly to the very bottom of that Roanapur abyss .

'In that case, let's dance tonight' she smiled malevolently.

[thatsweetsexypsychotroyotto]

I'm Not a Bad Person- Chapter Four

SUMMARY: Troy Otto does have feelings you know. He's in the process of figuring them out; especially when it comes to his childhood friend, Jaymie. Whatever they are, they're rooted deep, and they're growing.

WARNINGS: Language, Warped thoughts, Violence.

WORD COUNT: Fuck if I know.

PAIRING: Troy Otto x OFC

AUTHOR'S NOTE: My plan is to follow along with the events of season 3, but with my OFC involved. I'll veer off plenty of times and probably switch shit up completely. Not sure yet. We'll be exploring different characters' POVs throughout the series. I'm not great at this writing thing but I try my best. Hope you like it enough. All characters except my OFC don't belong to me.

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Chapter 4

(Alicia's POV)

None of this would've happened if Nick hadn't left us to wander with the dead. Mom was on a mission to find him after that, even though it was clear he didn't want to be found; but we did- in a new world death camp lead by Troy Otto.

Don't get me wrong: I'm grateful to be reunited with my brother. I missed him. It's just that a lot happened while he was gone and, well, it would've been nice if he was there for us.

As much as Nick didn't want to be around the living, it turned out he had joined another community. It honestly hurt. Didn't he want to be away from people? He got so wrapped up with that group that he even ended up with a girlfriend.

Enough of these thoughts right now. They're not helping. I should be focusing on the task at hand.

Jake and I are heading to his ranch by foot now. We've been carrying Nick's unconscious girlfriend between us for the past few hours. I'm fucking exhausted. Everything about life is exhausting now. No use in complaining though. At least I'm not in Luciana's boots. She had been shot and was already in bad shape before the helicopter went down. I'm still shocked the three of us made it. I just hope we make it to the ranch in time. If anything, for Nick's sake.

Finally, our destination is in sight. A handful of people come to the gate to meet us; either to help or to find out what's going on. Jake and I carefully lay Luciana down so a red-haired man, who appears to be a medic, can check her vitals.

My thoughts wander again. I'm worried about my mom. How is she going to handle it when she sees Travis isn't with us? She's always been so strong; even through all of this mayhem with the dead rising. Will losing him break her? I guess I'm about to find out.

"Mom..."

I am given a quick hug and then I notice her looking down the road, expecting to see Travis lagging behind. "Where is he? Where is Trav?" Realizing he isn't coming, she asks once more, looking me in the eyes this time. "Where is he?"

"He," I hate this. "He's not-" I see it in her eyes. I don't need to say any more.

"No... No, no..."

"I'm sorry-" I cut myself off. Those words seem so pointless, though I mean them from the bottom of my heart.

Mom doesn't have time to mourn right now unfortunately. Here comes Nick, sprinting towards the scene. He goes straight to Luciana and kneels at her side. I see fear in his eyes.

"Luci.. Luci, hey.. Hey, it's Nick. Luci.."

"Not sure she can hear you," the medic tells him.

"What? What do you mean? Nick panics.

"She's not going to make it is what he means." That's an all too familiar voice- Troy fucking Otto.

"Help her!" Nick shouldn't even have to say that. They should be on it already.

"No. We take her to the infirmary, she may turn. It's against policy." I can't believe what I'm hearing right now. Why is this even up for debate? Luciana is still alive!

"It's your fault! You shot her!" Despite the fire in his voice, Nick sounds scared and helpless.

"I was defending my people. I'll do it again." Troy walks over to Luci while pulling out his pistol. "I know what to do."

"No no no no." Nick stands and puts himself between Troy and Luciana.

"This is how it has to be." Troy nonchalantly pushes Nick to the side. I can't believe what's unfolding in front of my eyes. Nothing feels real anymore. Why isn't anybody doing any-

"Troy!" A girl about my age approaches the scene, interrupting the tension. She gets close to Troy, and looking up at him with pleading eyes, she speaks quietly as if only to address him; though she can faintly be heard anyway. "This is one of those scenarios we talked about, ok? Do the right thing."

Troy mirrors her volume. "I am, Jaymie. I'm keeping you safe. I have to keep you- and everyone here, safe."

"But she could pull through, Troy. You know this isn't right. We should give her a chance."

"She's not worth the risk."

"What if, what if it was me laying there?"

The way he looked into her eyes was so intense. He went quiet; her words sinking in. After a brief moment though he swallowed hard and shook his head slightly.

"It isn't." Then Troy addresses Nick again. "Come on, out of the way. Move aside." He fails to heed the direction of this Jaymie girl. She looks more disappointed now than concerned for Luci's life as she was just moments ago.

Troy advances on his target.

"I'll do it." I barely heard him, but Nick said it twice. "I'll do it. I'm allowed this."

Troy contemplates Nick's words. He continues to stare down at the dying girl, his pistol ready to fire. I was stunned when he actually agreed.

"Troy wait-" Jaymie doesn't trust my brother. The transaction is already in progress though. Troy released the hammer of the gun and passed it over. Nick was now the one pointing the weapon at his girlfriend. There's no way he'll do this. I bet he's-

His arm raises, aiming the pistol directly at Troy's face. I knew it. The crowd reacts in gasps as a few others draw their own guns.

Jaymie doesn't hesitate to step in front of Troy. "Nick, please! Please don't do this!" Troy gently but hurriedly pushes Jaymie to the side and gives her a stern look. Her expression is one of utter desperation. "Nick, put the fucking gun down!" Tears form in her eyes. It's hard to believe someone actually cares this much about the guy.

"Let her in," Nick demands.

Jake has his own pistol trained on my brother. "Nick, this is not how we do things here."

Nick stares Troy dead in the eye, then changes his aim, putting Jaymie in the line of fire.

The color in Troy's face drains and his entire body language changes. He certainly didn't seem all that phased when the pistol was pointed at his self. "Whoa, hey, Nick, this is between you and me. So you keep that thing aimed at me, alright?"

Nick doesn't move it. "I said let her in."

With his unpatched eye trained on my brother's trigger finger, Troy cautiously reaches over to Jaymie, hoping like hell Nick won't pull the trigger. He guides the girl behind his body, shielding her. She is clearly against the idea, as she shows restraint, but Troy's grip on her is persistent. Unsure of what else to do, Jaymie wraps her arms around him, splaying one hand over his heart and the other on his stomach, like an instinct to protect his vitals, perhaps? Of course it would do no good since Nick is aiming for Troy's head anyway; that and her hands aren't going to stop a damn bullet. She doesn't seem that stupid, so maybe she's just grasping at straws.

"Nick, please. I'm begging you!" Jaymie's voice cracks as a tear runs down her cheek. "Don't do this!"

"Put the gun down, Nick." Mom's voice chimes in.

"Not this time."

More tears run down Jaymie's face upon hearing Nick's words. She attempts to hold in her sobs. If I'm being honest here, her reactions are breaking my heart. I actually feel bad for her. Too bad it's Troy she's defending.

"Do what your mommy says." Troy provokes Nick, who takes another couple angry steps towards him. Jaymie's hold on Troy tightens as she lets out a yelp.

"Whoa, whoa, whoa." Jeremiah steps between Troy and my brother. "Nick, Nick, easy there. Let, let me have the pistol, son."

It's Nick's turn to have a broken voice. "You can't let her die."

Jeremiah's voice is soothing. "If she's got a pulse, we'll let her in; but you got to give me the gun."

"Do it, Nick. Give him the gun," our mom encourages.

Nick reluctantly disengages the hammer and hands the gun over to Jeremiah. I look over at Jaymie to watch her let out the breath she had been holding, and the remainder of her tears fall. She rests her cheek against Troy's back, and moves her arms to wrap around him completely. He affectionately places his own hands on top of hers.

"Get her to the infirmary, and secure her before you treat her." Jeremiah gives the commands concerning Luci. "Everybody, that's enough fun. The show's over. Go back to what you were doing." At last, the crowd disperses.

"Everything's alright, Jayms." I hear Troy calming Jaymie as he turns around, interrupting their embrace. He then puts his arm around her shoulders, pulling her close, and guides her through the gate.

I have a feeling we'll be staying here awhile. Maybe befriending this Jaymie girl would be in our best interests. If anything, we could probably find out some useful information from her. I suppose I should wait for some of the emotional distress that my brother is responsible for to dissipate though. She was obviously terrified for Troy's life. What a sweet, foolish girl.

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