Author's Note: Hi guys. Reunited Love is finished and done with, so I thought I'd come back to this story. This chapter and the following have been revised, but nothing too drastic has changed. I've also decided to change the name of this fic, as well. I really didn't like the old one and I hope you won't mind. R&R
Save Me
Chapter 1: Never Walk Alone
By :Wicked Tenshi
It was a cold January night; the sky was as black as it could be, with no stars or clouds. The snow on the ground from the other day's snow storm was turning into slush, leaving the ground messy. Steam was rising from manholes on the streets, giving the area an eerie feel. There were hardly any cars passing by on the streets, no sign of life, as Usagi made her way home from her late night job. She shivered as a light breeze swept past her and pulled the collar of her coat higher to, possibly and somehow, prevent the bitter cold from touching the skin of her neck.
She'd thought about getting a car, but that would only strain her budget more, and she couldn't afford to do so. Her mother, Ikuko, was counting on her to help support her with the bills and debts her father had left behind. Taking the bus and then walking a few blocks would have to suffice for now. But getting out of work at four in the morning was dangerous, but unfortunately for her, she had no alternatives. Working at a night club in the down town area had its perks but getting out at late hours was not one of them. Her friend, Minako, had gotten her a job at one of her father's many clubs, and it had been a God send to be working for more than what her last job offered.
Usagi's mother had of course objected to her daughter working so late, let alone at a night club, but it couldn't be helped. Their family of two needed to survive somehow and badly. Ikuko being in a weakened state was also what drove Usagi to make the job choice.
Her father had been a part of a gang, which unfortunately for his family meant that they would always be collateral. Because of his life style, their lives had always been filled with violence. Even at as a child Usagi could remember her father's vile temper.
But now that he was gone, they were left with his baggage, paying back his debts before it was lights out, for her and her mother. The Boss, as Usagi had come to know him, was a man not to be trifled with. He was dangerous and lusted after power. He was a shark, he was dreadful, and he had a thing for Usagi, which was why she probably wasn't lying in a gutter somewhere yet because they hadn't paid up.
But as she walked towards the bus stop, the feeling of being followed nagged at Usagi. True, most nights after finishing work, she would get this same feeling, but for some reason tonight felt different, more unnerving.
She was used to being tailed by The Boss' men, to make sure she didn't leave the city, and most of the times the men who followed her never bothered her or made themselves known. But she began to get a sickening feeling deep in her gut. Something wasn't right, her instincts were yelling.
Quickening her pace, Usagi willed her feet, encased in three inch heeled pumps, to go faster. The bus stop was just around the corner and she could see a bus heading her way.
Casting a quick glance over her shoulder, Usagi looked behind her. Nothing. No one was behind her nor was anyone passing by. She turned back around knowing that the turn was coming up, but as she did so, she slammed into someone and an ear piercing scream escaped her lips.
Author's Note: Okay, I did some editing; took some stuff out, added things and changed some details. Hopefully you aren't confused about anything, if you are, you know what to do: review or email :) Thanks guys!!
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