Chapter 1: New Beginnings
The supra handled well allowing him to go 100 around each block, swerving in and out of the rush hour traffic. Quick acceleration and a top speed of 150 meant that the cops just ate his dust. The police were no match for him and soon he had entered the freeway whilst they were wondering if he had gone through the old, run down sewer or into the park. Yet this was only the beginning for, as Dom knew he never could return to the city he had learned to dominate. He had to let go of everything he had achieved, his girlfriend, his supra and all his winnings. It seemed that it was the beginning of the end.
Nevertheless, Dom knew that this day would come some day and already had a backup plan for when he was in major trouble with the law. He had a contact in Seattle, his cousin Rachel. Dom decided that it was time for him to make a much-needed family get together. Once he had got about 50 miles out of the city, Dom knew that the heat was off and pulled into a gas station to us the phone. The only money he had on him was $2 and so he had to hope that it would last. But Dom couldn't remember the number and was severely annoyed and without thinking he slammed the receiver down in a fit, swearing harshly at his useless memory. Dom would have to make his way there are find her, somehow.
It was late evening and the sun had just about to set, so low that Dom was struggling to see. Opening the storage compartment, he found some of Brian's sunglasses he liked to show off with, even if they were fake. Dom realised then just what that pig had done for him, giving him a second lifeline, putting his job on the line. Yet he was the common enemy and so his opinion stayed the same "Stupid pig" he uttered. Putting on the shades, he rode on down the highway. Only another 100 miles were left before Dom was safe, he knew his family would never let him down.
Even though the supra was supped up, a good top speed, it took him another two days before he reached Seattle. Dom had spent most of those days coasting, not rushing to help his cause. Over those days, Dom had chance to reflect over his current situation. Dom worked out that he it would be best to not have any contact with his friends and family left back in Los Angeles. Most likely they would be under the supervision of the police, or having their homes bugged. Dom couldn't take that risk. This really got to the big man, even if she was, at first, his bit on the side, he learned to love her and love her he did. Soon Dom would bring her back, but first he had to build up his profile. Obviously a girl like her needed money to go shopping with!
At about 3 p.m. Dom arrived on the outskirts of Seattle, travelling up a steep hill he eventually got a glimpse his new residence. Seattle was very large, dominated by several skyscrapers, the largest about a couple of hundred feet off the ground. It seemed to dwarf the rest of the town, making the people nearby seem much smaller than ants. A giant bypass boxed in the city; this caught the attention of Dom's eye greatly knowing that it would be perfect for drag races. Time was never on his side and after nearly a week Dom was tired of sleeping in the car, as they supra isn't the most comfiest of vehicles, so he drove on.
Dom hadn't a clue where his cousin lived or worked and so needed to find her fast. Everything he did was rushed, he had only another hour and half before most places closed and he hadn't found out anything. He sped at all times, didn't indicate and overtook in suicidal places. His behaviour caught the attention of the local felony, of which a bike went after him for overtaking on a bend, forcing a car onto the path. Here lay an important decision for Dom, he could either try and lose the heat but face gaining more attention or he could stop and try and talk his way out of the situation. Dom hadn't the time to run away, and anyway he had been for the past week so it was time he stood up and faced his fears. In the nearest possible place, he pulled over.
The officer stopped behind Dom and got off his bike. The officer was quite tall, about 5 foot 5, slim and middle age. He was wearing a black uniform, very tight around his legs giving Dom the first impressions that he probably would bat for the other side. The officer limped towards the supra, it seemed that he had damaged his left leg, never seeming comfortable whilst walking on that leg. Dom lowered his window when the officer bent over and instantly his moustache stood out like a sore thumb. "What seems to be the problem, officer?" Dom asked.
"What makes you so special that you think you own these roads, eh?" He replied.
"Just I'm in a bit of a hurry, my wife… she's giving birth to my first born… I don't want to miss it." Cleverly thought up by Dom as he tried to convince the officer.
"Well I guess that's ok then sonny boy…"Chuckled the officer. "Don't give me that crap." He opened the door and ordered Dom to get out. "Well you don't smell of alcohol and don't look like your on drugs, but still I can't let you drive like some boy racer."
"You what…" Said Dom in amazement. "Think again copper."
The officer grabbed Dom by the throat, slammed him against the car door. "I don't think so punk, this car is now police property, ya can collect it from the depot."
"What!..." Came from a shocked Dom. "You can't do that, its all I have, all I own."
"Shouldn't brake the law son, that's the law, now get out ma sight before I nick ya." The officer pushed Dom away; Dom was angry but was helpless to do anything. In the end he walked away, but that wasn't before he gave the man a good staring.
"Gay boy." Dom shouted back at him, he turned away from the only thing that connected him to Los Angeles. Dom was stuck in a city he'd never been in before, with nothing but of the clothes he wore and the $2 dollars he owned. His life seemed to be getting harder and harder by the minute. Life was certainly a bitch for him. He had to put the whole incident behind him, for finding his cousin was his main priority.
The nearest phone both was about a couple of 100 yards from where the supra was. The officer had called for the police tow truck the collect the car and take it to the depot, Dom could collect it for a small bribe but he had no money and from experience he found it easier to just steal it, tended to be cheaper. He got in the booth and began to search threw the book, for the police had wasted too much time with him meaning he could not use the library to look for her. His cousin wasn't that old, about 21 and so it was unlikely she'd be married. He'd been invited if she had though. It took him a couple of minutes before he had found her name; R. A. Harris. He took a gamble and inserted $1 in cents, for he had no notes. The phone began to ring, and someone answered.
"Hello." Came a friendly, female voice.
"Rachel?" Dom replied. Yet before he could finish what he was about to say, the voice continued.
"Sorry I can't answer the phone…" It was an answer phone, which annoyed Dom, who had to insert the rest of his money now. The phone message beeped, and Dom had about 20 seconds to get his massage across.
"It's Dom; please meet me outside the Library ASAP, its urgent." Dom rushed in. Then his line cut, he was out of dimes. Dom had to hope this would work, as now he had nothing left. It was about 9 o'clock and the city was very quiet, only occasionally someone would drive past. Dom had waited for 5 hours now and all hope had gone. He was very tired and was desperately trying to not drop off.
Then suddenly a car pulled up outside him. He looked at it. The car was a black Nissan 350z. The car had yellow flame vinyl's coming from the wheels and stretching across the side. There was a yellow glow from underneath, which could only be neon. The exhaust must have been massive as the sound the car made sounded like an elephant's war cry. The windows were tinted gold, and then the window wound down, playing a heavy bass tuned. Sounded a lot like Snoop Dogg to Dom, a voice came from inside the car. "Get in, quick." A feminine voice called. Dom cautiously move towards the car and opened the door. It was only then when Dom realised just who had met him.