Chapter 1 the Proposition

Judy walked into the locker room at the Jump Street Chapel after coming back from a huge prostitution ring bust. Her undercover work nabbed 3 major ring leaders and rescued 15 underage girls out of the world of child pornography. It was a most gratifying day to know that those dirt bags would not be hurting little girls any more.

Marcus Pitt, another detective on the force walked in the locker room behind Judy. Marcus at time could be a real jerk. He often tried to hit on his fellow female coworkers. If they didn't respond to his advances he then would make lewd comments about them. He had a short temper at times and wasn't much to look at, although he considered himself highly attractive because of his nice physique. Most of the time, Judy ignored his unwanted advances. On a rare occasion he could be nice but then his competitive male ego would kick in and his attitude would change with him. Judy surmised he couldn't help himself overcompensating for not being well appreciated by the ladies around him. His ego couldn't handle the rejection that was often presented to him. He thought that a great body entitled him to act any kind of way towards women.
Judy was glad he usually didn't say anything to her most of the time. He would usually mess with blondes or redheads, his preferred type. On the rare occasion like this one he would have to make a comment about the way she looked.

She had just come into the locker room to get her clothes to change from the hooker outfit she was wearing from the prostitution case she worked earlier today. Her skirt was a mini black with fish hook panty hose. She wore a pink tank top and black leather jacket. She was glad to drop this act as soon as she could. It was of course a tight fit that showed off her long legs and great curves.

"Hi, Judy" Mark said seductively as she grabs her jeans and t-shirt out of her locker. "Congratulations on your case! You did a great job!"

"Thanks Marcus!" she replied with a coy smile.

"Oh Judy," Marcus said, coming closer to her. "How about you, I, and that outfit celebrate tonight with our own shown at my place?" He winked his eyes at Judy as she contemplated for one second his offer.

"Not interested, Marcus. I have better things to do tonight." She slammed her locker door shut and locked it. Then tried to walk away but Marcus grabbed her arm to keep her near. He proceeded to put his around her waist.

"I could make it worth your while. Hook up with me and I could take you places, get you preferential treat around her, you know I can pull many strings." Judy knew that Marcus had pull around the force. He was a couple of years her senior but he was also the city councilman Henry Pitt's son and he wasn't afraid to let everyone know it. He was reassigned to Jump Street Chapel after a scandal at headquarters involving another officer. The details were never fully disclosed but it was rumored that he had an affair with another officer's wife. When the officer found out about it he beat up his wife almost killing her. Sanchez attacked Marcus at the precinct that same day. He pulled his gun on Marcus who denied the allegations. No shot were fire. Marvin Sanchez was talked down by his partner and he quietly handed over the gun. March denied that he touched the man's wife but rumor suggest otherwise. The wife wouldn't talk and ended up killing herself a week later after getting out of the hospital. Sanchez was put on suicide watch, suspended from the force and allowed to enter a treatment center for psychological evaluation and treatment.

Marcus was given desk duty at Jump Street until things settled down at headquarters six months ago. Judy didn't like Marcus and his egotism. His exploits were well know among elite circles in the city. Not to mention he bragged about several dates recently at Jump Street with the office secretaries and other personnel on staff. Judy didn't think nay one would like him but his own kind.

She hated the smug looks on his face and the fact that he was still holding on to her after she had politely told him to let go. She twisted out of his arm. "Marcus get lost and get your hands off of me." Judy pushed his hands away from her grabbing hold of her clothes still to move past him to the ladies room.

"You know you want me, Judy. I can see it in your eyes every time we cross paths."

"What my eyes are seeing make my stomach want to puke when we cross paths. Keep your hands off of me." She shoved pass him. Marcus was not a please guy. He had never been good at taking rejection.

"I can make it worth your while Judy or I can make it difficult for you." He said in a menacing tone. "Why, don't you think about it! I know how tense it can be to work around her. You're well respected Judy but that can easily change." He said as he traced the top of her tank. "And if you think they would believe you, think again!" he whispered as close enough for her to hear.

By now, Judy was appalled by his actions. He was abrupt, rude, arrogant and irritating to boot. He was actually harassing her, threatening her to go out with him. She wasn't going to be intimated by his words or his presence. She had dealt with guys such as him for many years since being a cop. Judy had always worked hard in her career. Her pretty looks were an asset to the job but that didn't make her a good detective. She had gone to college for 4 years then went to the academy and was working on an advance degree in her spare time. She was appalled at his proposition. She wasn't going to be intimidated by him. "Marcus," Judy said as sweet as could muster, sicken by the fact she was still dealing with him. "Take this and shove it in a place where the sun doesn't shine." She kneed him in the groin and took his hand twisted it to break free from his hold and him blocking her from moving away. Marcus was by far bigger than Judy towering over her a foot higher than she. However he hadn't expected her to hit in the groin. He grimaced in pain as she walked away from him and into Tom Hanson.

Judy hadn't been paying attention to her surroundings. She knew she just wanted to escape away from Marcus. He walked in witnessing Judy an angry Judy Hoffs and a kneeling Marcus Pitt. Marcus gathered himself, storming off with a menacing look Judy's and Tom's direction.

Judy bumped into Tom as she had walked off from Marcus not realizing that it was Tom she had bumped into until she heard his voice. "Hi, Jude." He often called her that instead of Judy. In one hand, she was still holding her clothes when she looked up at Tom. She let go of her anger and smile in relief.

"Hi, Tom." He inadvertently put his hand around her waist to balance her and calmed her frazzled look. "You okay?" He asked, his eyes showing concerned. He didn't like Marcus and could tell by the way he was bending over in pain that Judy must have hit him pretty good. "What did he do?" Tom asked.

"Being his usual jerk self. I can't stand him." She mumbled with scorn in her eyes.

"Did he hurt you?" Tom asked as looked back to the door where Marcus went through moments ago.

" No," she replied, "I can handle myself, thank you."

"I know that, Jude, but Marcus is dangerous. He shouldn't even be here let alone a cop."

"He is just a creep. I am fine. He just tried to get me to go out with him and wouldn't take no for an answer until I should him that I meant no. I don't date jerks. Besides I don't get involve with co-workers. Too risky too complicated."

Tom smiled as he looked at Judy. They had often flirted harmlessly over the course of the two years since he'd come to Jump Street. Judy Hoff was a hot officer, not only did she have a great look, she had a beautiful personality, a stunning smile, and a great mind. He always felt at ease with her, comfortable talking with her. She had a calming presence about her even when she was mad.

Tom decided to press his luck, " Judy lets go out tonight you and I." Judy hadn't expected Tom to say that. Where was this coming from. All of a sudden she's noticed today. Is it the outfit making men lose their minds today or is it the victory she had out in the field today? I'd better go change quickly Judy thought as she contemplated the second offer of the day.

"Um, Tom--" Judy started to say. Tom cut her off before she had a chance to finish.

"Its just as friends, Judy. Lets celebrate your big bust- I mean case." His words came out awkward he knew as soon as he said them. It didn't help that he was staring and admiring the way she filled out her outfit just perfectly. He continued to say, "You did just break one of the biggest cases we've had this year. The elementary prostitution ring with at teacher photographing little girls and boys for pleasure (nude photos)." He quickly added, "Doug and Ioki will probably join us for some beer at Jack Bar and Grill."

Why not? Judy thought. It's not a date, just Tom, Doug, and Ioki among my best friends. We hang out all the time. However, Judy looked into Tom's eyes and could see something more. She smiled and dismissed the notion that something more was between them. Just friends! That's all!

"Yeah, sure, wait for me while I change into normal clothes."

"Cool Jude, I'll fill Doug and Harry in our plans to meet at the bar. He had forgotten that he his hand had been on Judy the entire conversation. Apparently so did Judy. She kindly removed herself from his grasp and went to change clothes in the ladies room.