Kid of sins

Chapter 24: Warm welcome

* In the early morning the team had packed their bags to get back on the road. They had put away everything that had made their little camp the day before. Everyone was silent and no one said a word. Siren had come back from her nighttime walk totally silent and hadn't said anything to anyone, not even her brother. Clark had noticed it, but preferred to remain silent. The convoy set off as far behind them rose a gigantic column of reddish dust *.

-This red glow has spread across the sky to us. It's terrifying. * Said Chloe *.

-It does not concern us. * Said Clark *.

-The kid's village was over there, you know.

-He's with us now. * Replied Siren sitting in the backseat *.

-You really have no soul. * Said Chloe annoyed *.

-How long have you been getting laid? * Asked Siren *.

* Chloe jumped in embarrassment and stared at the blonde who was lying in the back *.

-I heard you. * She said as she looked at the roof *. Why everyone gets laid is crazy. Midas and Gloria. Uncle Clark and you. Is s*x that good?

-Try and after you will see. * Said Clark drinking a beer *.

-Hey don't encourage her. She is still a virgin.

-What importance does it have, as long as it is released?

-I don't know about you but a girl's first faith is sacred. It has to be with someone she loves a minimum.

-So the first time is important that's it. * Repeated Siren *. Ok I'll see.

-Oorah. * Said Clark smiling *.

* The city was finally in sight and it was not too early. However, this city had something different. Bigflo and Rosstwon were without a doubt what came closest to what might be called a survivor town. Most of the locals looked miserable, their clothes dilapidated, children fighting for a bite of bread. But this one was very different. Already from afar we could see species of giant holograms projecting images into the sky. It looked like someone had organized a huge festival and that all the junkies of the region had gathered there. There were hundreds and hundreds of pick-ups, caravans, stalls all parked outside of town or there was some kind of giant concert place. People were playing, laughing and drinking, everything in the atmosphere was reminiscent of the pre-apocalypse era *.

-Is that where you lived? * Asked Midas *.

-Yeah. * Louis replied *.

-What the f**k is .... I love it. * Said an overexcited Siren *.

-This town is located in what is called the Safe Triangle. * Says Chloe * 3 towns make it up. Everything that lives inside the triangle is protected but outside ....

-The virus is doing its work. * Completed Clark *. And this city is one of the 3 points of the triangle.

-Yes that's it. You know things yourself.

-As usual. * Said Siren *.

* As they approached the city two pickups full of armed men came to meet them and formed a roadblock *.

-I go first. * Clark told Midas *.

* The vehicle passed and stopped about thirty meters from the roadblock. At the same time inside one of the houses, a black man of a certain age was chatting with people when he was approached by a guard who whispered in his ear. He immediately set out for the roadblock *.

-Don't go forward. Otherwise we will open fire. * Shouted a militiaman into the megaphone *.

-What the hell are those army assholes doing here ? We had an agreement. * Said a young armed man *.

- Calm dow' Cage, I would like to know that too.

* Inside the vehicles it was just as tense *.

-What do we do all of a sudden we wait? * Louis asked *.

-Or we can also shoot everyone. * Said Siren *.

-Midas do we have enough strongholds to kill everyone? * Clark asked *.

-Nada

-So no one comes down without my order.

-We just have to go down and explain to them.

* A small group of militiamen marched towards the vehicles, pointing their weapons at them. Siren who had a feeling of deja vu cracked the fingers of his hand *.

-Calmos. * Said Clark *. We avoid trouble.

* The militiamen surrounded the convoy and peered inside the vehicles *.

-It does not seem to be military. * Said Cage *.

* The young man walked over to the pick-up where Clark was drinking a can of beer *.

-We will scan you and then we will ....

-I do not think so. * Clark said *.

-About what.

* He opened the door and got out of the car. Cage immediately aimed his gun at him. Clark took a sip and threw down his beer *.

- Get back in that f*****g vehicle.

-What if I refuse?

* Clark suddenly deflected the barrel of the gun with his palm while drawing his knife. Reflexively Cage fired but the shot failed, Clark mowed him down and placed his blade under his throat. The others immediately pointed their guns at him *.

-If you move I slice his throat.

-Not if I blow your brains out before Cowboy.

* Clark whispered a few words in Cage's ear which widened his eyes in surprise *.

-Uncle Har ...

* He immediately covered his mouth and nodded. Clark stood up and put his knife away *.

-It's okay, put your guns down, I'm fine. * Cage said standing up *. Damn Clark ...

* He threw himself on him and hugged him tightly to the point of tears in his eyes *.

- You have changed drastically Luc. * Smiles Clark *.

-And you got old * He said *.

-Someone can explain to me? * Louis asked *.

-I have not got the faintest idea. * Said Midas *. But it looks like we'll be able to get through.

-It's good to let them pass. * Said Luke *.

-That's up to me to decide.

* A vehicle had just arrived and a man got out. He was black with a shaven head and wore a brown leather jacket. He had a beard and wore sunglasses. Several guards accompanied him as he walked towards the pick ups *.

- You there, you are ...

-Just Dickey I wanted ....

-You shut up. He's the one I'm talking to. * He said *. Who are you my friend?

- Looks like he's the one making trouble after all. * Said Siren *.

* Clark leaned back against the car, folding his hands staring at the newcomer *.

- Obviously you're not from the army otherwise I would have been warned of your coming. But this Hummer will be a problem because he has nothing to do with it.

-You just have to repaint it.

-And the transponder?

-I threw it away.

-The plaques...

-Balanced.

* Dickey walked over to Clark and the two men were staring straight in the eye *.

-I don't want any trouble on my territory. Who the hell are you?

-It looks like you forgot where you belong. Dickey. Or should I say Clarence?

-It is only my friends who call me like that.

* The two men laughed out loud and Dickey hugged him too. Cage was surprised, but not as much as those in the convoy *.

-But wtf.

* Soon after everyone was brought to the town hall. The vehicles were parked outside and the group was watching Clark, who was coming out of there with Dickey, laughing. The latter gave him a last Check before abandoning him *.

-Good I must let you my guys will take over. Nice to have seen you again. C.

-Yeah me too.

* Clark walked over to the stunned group. At this point they needed more than explanations. They went to a small hotel not far from the center. A small building of about 3 floors looked like colonial houses. The rooms were distributed in pairs and it was all expenses paid *.

-Uuuh you explain to me. * Said chloe totally dropped *.

* Cage walked into the hall with his gun to his shoulder and walked to their room and opening the door he came face to face with Siren. The two were chatting to each other for a moment, then he entered the room *.

-Uh what are you all doing here? * He asked *. We gave everyone rooms.

-Yes I know but the man there owes us explanations. * Said Chloe *.

* Clark had taken off his shirt and was just wearing his T-shirt. He lit a cigarette and opened the window *.

- Guys, I present to you the little luc.

* He was a young man of about 1m80. He wore a gray camouflage hooded jacket with blue jeans and sneakers *.

-I'm 22 now so stop *He said annoyed*.

-He is rather handsome. *Said Gloria*.

* Midas immediately stared at him *.

-Do you remember I told you about this friend who had been interned leaving two kids behind her. Luc is one of them.

-Him there? * She said in astonishment *. How it is possible ?

-When our mother was taken from us the Hart offered to stay. Uncle Clark sensed this was going to go wrong so he taught us a few survival tips. My father did not appreciate. After the apocalypse we saw him again for two years and when he came back let's say he completed our training. It is thanks to him otherwise i won't be alive today.

-I'm surprised. * Chloe said, glaring at him *.

-Who said I don't have a soul already? * He said sarcastically *.

-On the other hand, that doesn't explain how you know this Dickey. *She says*.

-Yes I also don't get it. * say Cage *.

- Let's say that I helped him to escape heavy responsibilities. We have laid the foundations of this triangle together. But I had other things to worry about you see so I left.

-And he says it like that. * Said Louis *. Damn I think I love this guy.

- You're not the only one. * Said Midas *.

-Otherwise I redo the presentations. * He said *. Lucal Cage guys. It's kind of my family. Luc this is Chloe. The big one is Louis. The lovebirds Midas and Gloria. Even though a threesome isn't that bad.

- Who do you take me for?

-The little kid is Nelson.

-Hi champion. * He said, clapping his hand *. Midas? Is that a code name?

-My parents had originality to spare.

-I'm not judging you. * He said sarcastically *. And the blonde I saw left the apartment earlier?

- She's Siren. Do not approach, she is dangerous.

-It's my twin sister by the way. * He said a little aggressive *.

-I note. In any case, take advantage because Denzel is giving a sick concert soon.

-Denzel. You mean The Denzel. * Said Gloria *.

-Who is THAT Denzel? * Asked Midas *.

-We'll talk about it later, I have to go to work.

* He greeted Clark again before leaving the room *.

-Well I think you know everything. On this free time for everyone.

-Siren is ahead of us looks like. * Said Louis *. I'm going out to find her.

-Good luck. * Said Midas *. I'll go see the armory for our weapons.

-I...

-Gloria you stay here with Nelson. * Said Chloe *. I have to go see a friend.

-Who will surely become my friend soon. * Said Clark *.

* Outside it was rubbish, people were constantly banging and shooting in the air. The smoke, alcohol and beer, the party was in full swing. At the same time no risk of attracting monsters since they were in the middle of the desert. Siren was a little lost in the midst of all these heads and then a figure passed in front of her. For a moment she stopped to think. She turned suddenly and grabbed the person's hand. She was a pale-skinned young girl of about the same age. She was wearing leather boots and gray leggings. Just above the vest over his forest green T-shirt, threaded sleeves and gold earrings as well as gloves. His eyes were a deep blue. Upon proper observation Siren's heart skipped a beat *.

-Gwen?

* End of chapter *