Chapter 59: Entrapment

Chapter 59: Entrapment

Walking along the corner of the entrance, I can see a big, sleek black spider, the size of a person hiding beneath a crumpled ceiling.

Doing a quick wave at it, it waves back, before coming out to walk alongside me.

Huh, this reminds me of that waving spider before. I never found that little one after that. Theres no way it could have grown this large, this quickly though.

I think

Continuing on, I follow my intuition through a series of alleyways that lead to the slum street.

I feel a little wary coming out here, especially after that battle. However, it seems like no group wants to mess with the guy with a giant spider next to him.

As I walked through the alleyways, passing poor demi-humans and humans alike, many of them glanced first at the spider, before glancing at me. For those who kept looking, they seemed to transition to staring at my wrist.

Looking down at it, it is obviously the Yellow Sash bracelet on my arm that they are interested in. From what I can tell, this is the VIP badge of their gang.

By the time I actually reach the street, there are already people looking toward this alleyway watching for me. Of course, I have my intuitive scan and awareness up that allows me to notice this.

I dont want to draw attention, but I also dont want to have to deal with others coming to attack me. I hope by having this visible, along with the spider, sends a message to not cause issues for me.

Strangely enough, I dont see any Vermillion Stripes members around. With my scan, I find that there are quite a few Blue Bands following at a distance. The little I know about them suggests they are mostly an information trader type of gang, with Robin Hood-style leanings.

I can count five of their members following me. One of the five is on top of the nearby buildings, leaping stealthily from one to the other.

There is also one average looking woman following me, without a blue band, but who is paying special attention to me. Based on the glances to one of the blue band members shes giving, I assume she is with their group.

I might have to deal with this. But how, is the question. Maybe if I just look at them, that will scare them away?

Their bands are hidden, so they might assume I wouldnt be able to tell they are following me. Ill give it a shot.

Let me prepare myself, in case this doesnt go well.

I pause for a moment, to retie my shoes. The six people appear to alternate between different actions, from continuing walking, to even checking out a local stands wares.

I take a deep breath, making sure I find several spider creatures nearby and ready myself to tame them. I keep in mind my training, for escaping and surviving.Ne/w novel chapters are published at novelhall.com

Breathe in.

Breathe out.

The strangest part about her is that she is wearing clothes that are reminiscent of a leather sleeveless bikers jacket. It feels like at any moment, some kid with a mohawk will come around the corner and say, Boss, Im here!.

What the hell.

I had no idea I was into this.

Okay, maybe a little. I always had a thing for Ms. Robinson next door with her punk rock look.

As I stare at her in shock and I can hear myself unconsciously say,

Wow

Ah fuck. I really have to work on this saying things out loud when Im shocked thing.

The womans eyebrows raise up slightly as she gives a chuckle. Her voice soft, but husky, is filled with mirth.

Huh, its been a long time since Ive gotten that look. Reminds me of when I was young and used to work the strip. I used to play with those guys day and night, with them not know up vs down by the end.

She pulls out a brown strip, placing it in her mouth. My eyes pause on her soft, pinkish lips as her smile grows. Chewing it slowly and touching her finger to her lips, she suddenly snaps her fingers, regaining my attention.

A smile turns into a smirk. As she moves her fingers up to her eyes, pointing at them.

Eyes up here, mister.

Yep, definitely found my kink. I dont think Im ready to go through this section.

She continues, Heh. Unfortunately for you, Im a long way off my working days. If you really want something like that, youll have to pay quite a bit extra and wait until Im off my guard duty.

She leans against the curtain, which surprisingly holds her weight, as if it was solid.

I suppose I should ask you why you are standing in front of my ladies curtain, though. If you are looking for the ladies that are available for showing, you can head over there.

She points to the brightly lit street, which is obviously the main section.

Ah, no. Actually, I was hoping to be able to go through here inste

As I speak, I reveal the bracelet, hoping it will help me get through this section. Like a VIP badge.

Her eyes widen in surprise as I see her gulp and start to drop to the ground face first. The brown gum like object flies out of her mouth, into the distance.

Ahhh noooo, not again.