Black Holes: A Fictional Narrative

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Hours later, Bass leaned against the fireplace mantel, buckling his belt as he watched Charlie bathe. “Miles is back. Connor said to tell you that the package has arrived.” Charlie stood, water running in rivulets down her body, as Bass approached with a towel. “Motherhood looks good on you.” “Thanks," she replied taking the towel from him. “Is she mine? She’s about the right age.” “Would it matter?” she asked, amusement dancing in her eyes. Bass frowned, hurt written all over his face. “You know it would.” Stepping out of the tub, Charlie pulled him towards her, whispering next to his ear. ”Don’t worry, Bass. I’m not here to saddle you with a woman and child you don’t want.” Bass waited, watching her every move as she dried off …show more content…

“These are my men. My clan. I fight with them, I fight for them!” she yelled raising the fist in the air as the Connor stepped forward chanting "Monroe's Perra," her men quickly joining in as gunshots rang out to accompany them. Miles head spun as he realized what he was hearing. “You mean you’re “Monroe’s Bitch?” He asked, grabbing her arm. “We just thought someone was riding our coattails. I had no idea it was you,” he whispered in horror as he ran his eyes over her from head to toe, the black tattoos and scars standing out harshly against her tanned skin. “Miguel!” Charlie shouted, the man in question appearing next to her in an instant. “Tomar el bebé.” Stepping up to Miles, Miguel held out his arms for the child. Miles looked at the man, who was the walking definition of a bandido, surprised when the child in his arms squirmed, trying to get to him. Reluctantly handing the baby over, he looked back at Charlie, only to find himself on the ground and a knife to his throat. Bass instantly had one gun to Connors head and the other pointed at …show more content…

“I've got a pretty good idea.” Miles replied calmly, wrapping a hand around her wrist only to feel another poking at his gut. “No, you don’t,” she growled, “but I did it anyway. You know why? Because we’re family. Her last words to me were, ‘Take her to Miles. He deserves to see at least one of his girls grow up.’” “NO!” Miles exploded, grabbing both her hands as he flipped her to her back, switching their positions, her hands pinned above her head. “It’s not true, Charlie,” he whispered brokenly. “I don’t believe you,” Charlie hissed as she watched varying emotions cross his face. “The question is, what are you going to do about it?” Letting go of her, Miles pushed to his feet staggering backwards as he looked over at the baby. Bouncing off Bass, Miles turned towards the house, walking past it blindly towards the beach beyond. Connor shook his Dad off walking over to Charlie, holding his hand out. Taking it, Charlie pulled him close giving herself a split second to enjoy the comfort of his

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