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Post by Blondie on Oct 8, 2017 22:02:32 GMT -5
“So I’ll show ya where the distribution center is and show ya around the lodge. Bunkroom of course is up there.”
Blondie nodded. “Sounds good ta me.”
”Good. You’ll be okay here.”
He nodded again, feeling confident for the first time in what felt forever. It was a strangely good feeling.
Good. Like I said, don’t go out of the lodge after dark till the boys know ya. Rip asks ya ya do somethin usually best ya do it.”
The mention of Rip worried him but he did his best to hide it. “Got it.”
Things seemed so easy yet hard here at the same time. But he’d get used to it, right?
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Post by Bandit on Oct 8, 2017 22:11:47 GMT -5
Sounds good ta me.
Bandit nodded. “It’s not bad here. Just gotta get used ta it. It ain’t bad here.”
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Post by Blondie on Oct 8, 2017 22:17:14 GMT -5
It’s not bad here. Just gotta get used ta it. It ain’t bad here.”
Blondie nodded. “Yeah, Don’t seem like a bad place. Better than bein’ in the streets.”
He glanced a bit nervously at Mr. Folwell as the lodge owner looked up at them from his front desk.
“So the distribution center?”
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Post by Bandit on Oct 8, 2017 23:08:57 GMT -5
Yeah, Don’t seem like a bad place. Better than bein’ in the streets.”
Bandit nodded a bit. “Ain’t that the truth. We ain’t as quiet as some of the other places but this is the life of ya ask me.” He said with a crooked smile. “Though I hear there are two goil leaders in the smaller boroughs. Can’t be too much trouble with them runnin it.” Bandit shrugged some.
So the distribution center?
He nodded a bit at Mr. Folwell as they headed out. “Yeah ya can usually follow the crowd a boys and you’ll get there. Just in case best ya know.” Bandit said heading for the distribution center.
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Post by Blondie on Oct 9, 2017 22:56:43 GMT -5
”Ain’t that the truth. We ain’t as quiet as some of the other places but this is the life if ya ask me.”
Blondie returned a crooked smile. “Yeah... Queens is as good as they come.”
”Though I hear there are two goil leaders in the smaller boroughs. Can’t be too much trouble with them runnin’ it.”
He pursed his lips, unsure of how to reply. He couldn’t give away where he used to live as a newsie. “I guess if the boys respect ‘em. If the boys don’t really care for the foils could be bad.” He shrugged. “But I wouldn’t know.”
”Yeah ya can usually follow the crowd a boys and you’ll get thr. Just in case best ya know.”
Blondie nodded. “Thanks for da tip.”
Faking an accent was tough... but he was getting there!
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Post by Bandit on Oct 13, 2017 21:06:07 GMT -5
Yeah... Queens is as good as they come.
Bandit nodded in agreement. “It’s a good place when it wants to be.”
“I guess if the boys respect ‘em. If the boys don’t really care for the foils could be bad. But I wouldn’t know.
He shrugged a bit, “Yeah long as they respect ‘em all that matters.”
Thanks for da tip.
“Ya welcome.” Bandit nodded a bit.
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Post by Blondie on Oct 13, 2017 21:14:22 GMT -5
"It's a good place when it wants to be."
Blondie cracked a small smile. "Yeah..."
"Yeah long as they respect 'em all that matters."
Respect went a long way. Especially for Sand. He wished he could stop thinking about her.
"Ya welcome."
He was about to reply, but was caught off by the sound of someone entering the lodge. Who could it be? He wasn't sure he could keep up a good act around alot of people just yet.
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Post by Rip on Oct 13, 2017 21:19:32 GMT -5
Rip entered the lodge. He was in an okay mood and really didn't want to bump into Mr. Folwell. This was fifth night in a row that he hadn't come to the lodge, and he was not wanting a lecture from the lodge owner. He just wanted to slip in, change a few knives, get a new shirt, and get out. But unfortunately, two boys were in his way.
"Bandit," he growled a little before narrowing his eyes at the other newsie. He might not have a perfect memory like a certain Brooklyn leader, but he was pretty sure he'd never seen this kid before. "New kid?"
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Post by Bandit on Oct 13, 2017 21:27:30 GMT -5
Yeah...
Bandit smiled a bit and nodded. It was his new home. It was great on a good day.
Bandit.
He froze a bit seeing Rip. Bandit nodded a bit. “Rip.” He said shortly.
New kid?
“Yeah. This is Blondie.” Bandit introduced nodding to Blondie behind him.
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Post by Blondie on Oct 13, 2017 21:38:52 GMT -5
"Bandit.
Blondie's eyes widened ever so slightly. This was Rip... He had seen him before but from afar. Seeing up close? It was terrifying to be honest. The newsie towered over him like a giant.
"New kid?"
He couldn't answer, not even if he wanted to. His throat was completely dry.
"Yeah. This is Blondie."
He barely managed a nod. This was going to be harder than he thought.
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Post by Rip on Oct 13, 2017 21:46:44 GMT -5
"Rip"
He gave the newsie a slight nod, choosing more to focus on the newcomer. Not that he was one to really worry about his boys, but this kid didn't look like he'd make it very long. Not in a borough like Queens.
"Yeah. This is Blondie."
Rip frowned a little. "I see. Showin' 'im the ropes?"
He would rather not. He had other duties that were more pressing.
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Post by Bandit on Oct 13, 2017 21:56:13 GMT -5
Bandit ignored the fact that Rip was staring at Blondie and not speaking to him directly. The kid was probably scared out of his mind. Rip wasn’t exactly one of the nicest leaders. Didn’t help he was a giant and looked and could probably kill a kid. He stood his ground though. He never was the type to shy away from people who intimidated him.
I see. Showin' 'im the ropes?
“Someone’s gotta do it.” Blondie shrugged. “Better then someone gettin him inta trouble on his first day.”
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Post by Blondie on Oct 13, 2017 22:19:58 GMT -5
"I see. Showin' 'im the ropes?"
Blondie never felt so insignificant before. It was a feeling he never wanted to experience again. He didn't know what to do. He was almost an adult... and here he felt like a child again. Street life just wasn't for anyone apparently, but he wasn't going to give up. Conjuring up some courage, he stared right into Rip's eyes.
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Post by Rip on Oct 13, 2017 22:32:19 GMT -5
"Someone's gotta do it."
Rip gave Bandit a slight nod, satisfied that he wouldn't have to worry about the new kid. He raised an eyebrow as the Blondie's eyes met his. Seemed like the kid had some guts. Could be promising... He'd have to wait and see.
"Better then someone gettin him inta trouble on his first day."
He made a face. "Good. Keep 'im out of trouble then."
He gave Blondie another glance over before pushing past them and heading up to the bunkroom. He needed to grab his knives.
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Post by Bandit on Oct 14, 2017 22:27:47 GMT -5
Good. Keep 'im out of trouble then.
“Will do.” Bandit said with a nod as he motioned Blondie to start walking. As Rip moved past them, Bandit stuffed his hands in his pockets and sighed. “So that was Rip. Didn’ think he’d be back so soon. He tends ya keep to himself.” He glances over his shoulder at where the leader had gone. “Probably needs for knives. He keeps most a them here.”
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Post by Blondie on Oct 15, 2017 10:51:32 GMT -5
"So that was Rip. Didn't think he'd be back so soon. He tends ta keep to himself."
Blondie nodded, watching the leader head upstairs. He'd have to keep that in mind. Wouldn't want to bother him.
"Probably needs his knives. He keeps most of them here."
He gulped. "Knives?"
He had heard rumors that Rip had quite the collection, but he had thought it was just two or three in reality. Looks like the rumors were true... Rip had more than just a couple.
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Post by Bandit on Oct 15, 2017 22:32:00 GMT -5
Knives?
Bandit boddeda bit. “He’s got a lot. Some of ‘em he keeps somewhere else.” He looked back seeing how uncomfortable Blondie was. “Didn’t think he had that many or somethin? Tip for ya. Do not underestimate Rip.”
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Post by Blondie on Dec 2, 2017 17:21:49 GMT -5
”He’s got a lot. Some of ‘em he keeps somewhere else.”
Blondie gulped some and nodded. He’d have to remember that... It sounded like he might have his own secret headquarters outside of the lodge.
”Didn’t think he had that many or somethin’?”
He nodded slowly this time. “Somethin’ like that...”
”Tip for ya. Do not underestimate Rip.”
“Gotcha...” He would definitely keep that in mind.
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Post by Bandit on Dec 2, 2017 17:34:56 GMT -5
Somethin’ like that...
Bandit chuckled a bit. “I don’t even think he knows how many knives he’s got.”
Gotcha
Bandit headed down the street. “The distribution centers over there. Some of the boys at the lodge are pick pockets so I’d keep an eye on your things.” He slipped down an alley. “If ya can take a hit ya can get extra money in the ring. That’s what I do. Boss calls me an underdog cause I can take a hit like no body else.” Bandit smiled a bit and let a cold chuckle. His father had given him that at least.
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Post by Blondie on Dec 2, 2017 17:50:59 GMT -5
”I don’t even think he knows how many knives he’s got.”
Blondie pursed his lips. “That many, huh?”
It made Blondie wonder if the other boroughs might be underestimating Queens more than he had thought.
”The distribution center’s over there. Some of the boys at the lodge are pick pockets so I’d keep an eye on your things.”
He nodded, taking careful note of where the distribution was and even more notes on the pick pocket information. He would definitely have to be on top guard here in Queens. Bronx was really soft...
”If ya can take a hit, ya can get extra money in the ring. That’s what I do. Boss calls me an underdog cause I can take a hit like nobody else.”
He furrowed his brow some as he nodded. He might not be in best health... but he could work out and give it a go, live a little. Besides, that would be the very last place Bronx or his parents would ever think he’d be.
“I think I’ll give it a try.”
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Post by Bandit on Dec 2, 2017 18:57:25 GMT -5
That many, huh?[/i
Bandit nodded. “I don’t think I’ve seen him with the same two before.” He commented with a smile. He looked over at Blondie as he took in the information he was reviving. “They practice on the new fellas but once they get ya know ya they’ll pick on someone new. Or ya stand up to me and they lay off.”
I think I’ll give it a try
“I’ll help ya out. Ya can practice with me. Not many of the other boys wanna practice with me.” Bandit smiled. “I think you’ll make it but there’s always a weakness on anyone ya fight.” He said it was the best part of his day. Fighting back. He could never fight back against his father. In the ring he would fight back and exploit people’s weakness.
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Post by Blondie on Dec 2, 2017 19:03:39 GMT -5
”I don’t think I’ve seen him with the same two before.”
Blondie felt himself pale a little but hoped Bandit didn’t notice.
”They practice on the new fellas but once they get ta know ya they’ll pick on someone new. Or ya stand up to me and they lay off.”
He nodded. “I see...” It sounded a bit intimidating, but wasn’t that what life was about? Facing new challenges head on?
”I’ll help ya out. Ya can practice with me. Not many of the other boys wanna practice with me.”
“I’d appreciate it,” he accepted the offer gratefully.
”I think you’ll make it but there’s always a weakness on anyone ya fight.”
Blondie pursed his lips. What Bandit said was true... but Blondie had a feeling he probably had a lot more than just one weakness. He might not last very long in a ring.
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Post by Bandit on Dec 2, 2017 19:12:38 GMT -5
Bandit noticed the look on Blondie’s face. He smiled bright: “Relax. Ya are one of us now.”
I see...
“They aren’t bad. Usually give the stuff back if ya ask but they never say who took it.” He smiled some. “They’re quick things.”
I’d appreciate it
Bandit smiled some. “I’m sure ya will be good. Just gotta practice. Plus ya got me.” He laughed a bit. “More then I had and a fella hit me and he cracked my ribs first shot. Hurt like the devil but I gottem back with a good couple shots ya the head.”
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Post by Blondie on Dec 2, 2017 19:44:12 GMT -5
”Relax. Ya are one of us now.”
Blondie cracked a small smile. It felt good to be accepted, but he wondered if he’d truly fit in with the boys in Queens.
They aren’t bad. Usually give the stuff back if ya ask but they never say who took it. They’re quick things.”
He smiled slightly. “I’ll keep that in mind.”
”I’m sire ya will be good. Just gotta practice. Plus ya got me.”
He nodded, smiling a little more. “I’ll be sure ta practice and practice hard,” he promised.
”More then I had and a fella hit me and he cracked my ribs first shot. Hurt like the devil but I got them back with a good couple shots ta the head.”
Blondie winced a little but the nodded in awe. “Wow... dunno if I could handle that,” he admitted.
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Post by Bandit on Dec 2, 2017 19:59:28 GMT -5
I’ll keep that in mind
Bandit nodded a bit as they continued walking. He’d watch out for the kid. He didn’t want him to get messed with like he had.
I’ll be sure ta practice and practice hard
“Long as ya practice ya will be alright.” He smiled and punched Blondie’s shoulder some.
Wow... dunno if I could handle that,
“I just didn’t block him.” He said with a shrug. “‘sides I had worse. And they fixed me up. Was out of the game for a bit but I learned ya block quick.” Bandit chuckled
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