I apologize in advance for all errors. This story was written without a Beta.
CHAPTER 1 - PIVOTAL MOMENTS
1st PIVOTAL MOMENT
Stephanie couldn't believe that Joe Morelli took her virginity on the nasty Tasty Pastry floor and left her there without a care. She was crushed. Traumatized, Steph somehow managed to clean herself up and close the store. Joe didn't use a condom a trip to the hospital necessary. She told the hospital staff that she was raped and didn't want it reported. The hospital obtained a DNA sample and gave Steph a morning after pill along with some rape pamphlets. She gave the staff her grandmother's name as an emergency contact and was told to wait in the lobby until her guardian arrived to sign her out.
There was only one man in the waiting room. He appeared to be in his early twenties, wearing an army uniform and Hispanic. The man was being told that his grandmother just passed. Her heart broke for him. Silent tears ran down his face as he staggers to a corner to sit. Steph couldn't stand to see him in so much pain. She boldly approached him and gave him a consoling hug. "I am so sorry for your loss. My grandmother is my only relative who loves me. I would be lost without her."
Carlos Manoso was comforted by this young samaritan. He overheard that she had been raped and didn't want it reported. He wanted to beat the shit out of the scum who raped her. However, he sensed that she would get even. She came across as strong willed and a tad diabolical by the changing hurt and anger he saw reflected in her eyes.
After a long hug they introduced themselves as Stephanie Plum and Carlos Manoso. Carlos thanked her for her kindness and caring. Steph's grandma arrived and immediately hugged Steph who broke down sobbing on her shoulders. Steph's grandma told her that her parent's are aware of what happened. Joe Morelli wrote about the encounter on numerous bathroom walls. Carlos observed something die in Stephanie at that moment as her grandma ushered her out of the hospital.
Carlos Manoso vowed to watch over Stephanie Plum the girl with the caring heart.
2nd PIVOTAL MOMENT
Years later, Stephanie is married to Dickie Orr an up and coming attorney. Carlos has started a security company, "Rangeman," based in Miami with offices in New York and Atlanta. Unbeknownst to Steph, Carlos has stayed true to his vow to watched over her. His New York office keeps tabs on her husband. Carlos is aware of Dickie's adultery.
Dickie Orr was caught banging his wife's (Stephanie Plum) archenemy Joyce Barnhardt on their dining room table. Without their knowledge Steph took pictures and videos of the pair fucking and immediately uploaded them to social media. She sent a video with commentary to Dickie.
"I sent pictures of you and that rabbit with two legs to your partners. I hope you can afford that satisfactory fuck because it's going to cost you your reputation, wife, marriage, political aspirations, job, clients, and money as a start. The divorce papers will arrive shortly."
As for that skank Joyce, pictures and a video was sent to her husband and employer. My cousin Vinnie, Joyce's frequent lover, has tested positive for genital herpes. You and your lover would want to get checked out."
"Sincerely,"
"Your EX-WIFE"
The Rangeman core team of Carlos, Tank, Lester and Bobby intercepted the note prior to Dickie receiving it and laughed hysterically. Tank, Lester and Bobby was aware of Carlos protection of Stephanie and throughout the years came to accept her as the little sister of their heart.
3rd PIVOTAL MOMENT
Carlos decided to open an office in Trenton, New Jersey with his partners and core team members Tank, Lester and Bobby. Steph was recently layed-off as a lingerie buyer with E.E. Martin. She blackmailed her cousin Vinnie to work as a Bond Enforcement Agent for his Bail Bond company.
Carlos, knowing that Steph was working for her cousin, approached Vinnie with a proposal for his company to secure Plum Bail Bond's high bond skips. Vinnie was eager to develop an association with Rangeman to enhance his credibility with his clients and investors. Carlos, who preferred to be called by his street name Ranger, approached Vinnie's office manager, Connie Rosolli after successfully negotiating his fees with Vinnie.
Connie lost her shit staring at the finest man she has ever seen. Ranger was used to this reaction from women and gave her a moment to compose herself. He made Connie aware that Rangeman will be handling their high bond skips. As part of his company's outreach they will be providing mentorship for one or two of their existing bond enforcement agents. Ranger gave her his direct contact info to use as the need arises.
Vinnie assigned Joe Morelli to Steph for her first skip. Carlos was half in love with Steph from following her throughout the years. He realized that Steph was totally out of her league trying to bring in a cop. He was praying that Connie would pass along his info to Steph.
Connie is in the office painting her nails when the phone rings.
"Hi Steph."
"Connie, I need help bringing in Joe. Do you have someone I can talk to or better yet give me some on the job training?"
"Here take this number and ask for Ranger. Tell him I recommended you as a mentee. You can thank me later girlfriend."
"Thanks Connie!"
Steph called Ranger and they arranged to meet at a diner. She spotted Ranger per his description sitting in booth at the rear with his back next to the wall. As she approached he seemed vaguely familiar. As he stood, recognition was instant and she rushed to give him a hug.
"I am so sorry to enter your personal space but I remember you from the hospital on the night that your grandmother died." As they sat, Ranger smiled and fell totally in love with Steph. They caught up regarding what's been happening in their lives and what bought Steph to contact him. She explained what happened that night long ago in the Tasty Pastry, subsequent hospital visit and running over Joe with her car breaking his leg. Steph told Ranger that Joe Morelli was her skip and from her surveillance and observations he was more than likely innocent. Ranger agreed to help Steph apprehend Morelli.
A few days later Steph successfully apprehended Morelli trapping him naked in the back of a truck to the amusement of the Trenton Police Department and Rangeman. It amazed Steph that Joe wanted to hook up with her now that he was a respected cop. He stated he wanted the "Burg" ideal wife and kids. Steph responded with a knee to his swamp nuts. Dashing all hopes of them becoming a couple and possibly Joe having future little Morellis.
Ranger laughed hysterically when notified of Steph's response to Joe's proposition at the Trenton Police Department.
4th PIVOTAL MOMENT
Stephanie became Ranger's protégée. She excelled at training and could uncannily sense danger. Her thought processes are unconventional and stymied Ranger, her skips, and the core team. Ranger offered Steph a position in the Rangeman organization to utilize her unique skills and business degree. Ranger and Steph entered into a relationship, dating for over a year and a half. She told Ranger about the lack of love from her parents and sister. He told Steph about his family including his daughter, Julie.
Ranger introduced Stephanie to his family who fell in love with her. His dad Ricardo told his wife Maria that Steph is the one. Ranger's three sisters and two brothers who were all married teased their baby brother that he was the last holdout and Steph is worth it.
Stephanie introduced Ranger to her family. Ranger was livid at Steph's parents and sister treatment of her. Her mother was rude, critical and emotionally abusive towards Steph. Her sister was a younger version of the mother and the dad ignored her. Steph's grandmother was Steph's sole ally but it was easy to see that she was limited in her love and support due to her age and circumstances.
Ranger escorted Steph to the rooftop of the Rangeman building after the disastrous dinner with her parents. The night was perfect under a clear sky. Ranger sat in a lounger and pulled Steph into his lap kissing her forehead. "Even though you warned me beforehand I failed to comprehend how your family could be so abusive towards you."
"I am embarrassed you had to experience my family. You can understand now why my grandmother is so important to me."
He rubbed her back soothingly, "Steph, I love you and I have two questions to ask you. The first would you consider moving in with me on the 7th floor and second will you marry me?"
Steph screams and exuberantly says yes to both questions. Ranger presents her with an exquisite 4 karat French Pave diamond engagement ring in Platinum. They seal their engagement with a kiss and continue their celebration on the 7th floor.
5th PIVOTAL MOMENT
Steph is famous throughout the 'Burg' as the Bombshell Bounty Hunter from her earlier days as a bond enforcement agent. She made friends with a host of unique characters. One specific friend Lula, a former full-size prostitute who now works for Vinnie as a bond enforcement agent, is one of her closest friends. Lula tends to blind those around her with a colorful, flamboyant, and extremely tight wardrobe.
Steph has endeared herself to Ranger's core team and employees. Their friends have a pool going on when and how they will wed.
Ranger's daughter Julie and Steph are kidnapped by an unstable individual named Scrog. Scrog thinks he is Ranger and views Steph as his fiancée and Julie as his daughter. Unfortunately, he must kill Ranger for his fantasy to become a reality. Scrog has converted a warehouse to resemble Steph's apartment. Steph and Julie bonded over the weeks they were held captive.
Scrog demanded that Ranger come alone to their location and he would release Steph and Julie. Scrog tied Steph and Julie to chairs in anticipation of Ranger's appearance. He drugged Julie so she would be unaware of the events about to transpire. Steph knows that Scrog is planning to shoot Ranger when he arrives and is in tears. She frantically tries to undo her ties.
Scrog rigged cameras strategically around the perimeter of the building. He is aware when Ranger arrives. As Ranger opens the door Scrog aims to kill. Steph with chair attached tackles Scrog just as he fires. Ranger ran in and shot Scrog between the eyes. He cut Steph's ties and help her to stand. Ranger couldn't see the blood blossoming on her black Rangeman shirt. Ranger gave the all clear through his mic and requested an ambulance. Steph told Ranger she was fine and to check on Julie. His daughter was unresponsive from the drugs injected into her by Scrog.
Ranger and Bobby rode in the ambulance with Julie. Lester was in charge of getting Steph to the hospital in a second ambulance that was minutes out. Lester was sitting next to Steph and noticed that she was having difficulty breathing. He rubbed her back to get her to calm down and pulled back his hand which was sticky with blood. She collapsed at the same time the paramedics entered the warehouse. They rushed over to stabilize her noting a gunshot wound and collapsed lung.
Steph was raced into surgery upon her arrival at the hospital. Lester left Hal to stand guard and went to find Ranger to notify him of Steph's condition. Lester found Ranger in an emergency room cubicle. Julie was coming around and asking for Steph. The doctor stated that Julie was given a mild sedative and would be okay. Julie stayed in the hospital overnight for observation. Ranger was relieved his daughter was fine. As the doctor exited the room, Bobby and Ranger caught Lester motioning for them to step outside.
"Steph is in surgery she was shot which caused her lung to collapse."
Bobby races to surgical wing to get the status of Steph's condition. Ranger leans against the wall for support. He leaves Julie's side to follow Bobby to the surgical wing. It doesn't need stating that Lester would remain by Julie.
After hours in surgery the doctor notified Ranger and Bobby that Steph is in critical condition and they are transferring her to ICU. The bullet broke a rib, which punctured a lung. They re-inflated her lung by inserting a plastic tube in the pleural space to remove air.
During the next few weeks as Steph was recovering. Julie returned home to her parents in Miami after she bonded with Ranger and Steph. Steph loved Julie, how could she not love the little female version of Ranger. She and Julie started emailing each other several times a week. Only Steph's grandmother visited her in the hospital and helped her when she arrived home. Louis and Ella Vallejo, Ranger's personal assistant and custodian adopted Steph as their daughter.
Two weeks after Steph was released from the hospital Ranger could wait no longer to marry. He arranged for Steph to recuperate at his beach house at Point Pleasant. They were married with Ranger's family, Steph's grandma and adopted parents in attendance. She was now Mrs. Carlos Ricardo Manoso.
A week later Steph had a two-month follow-up visit with her pulmonologist Dr. Carlson. As he sat Steph down to consult, "It's amazing how you've healed so quickly and congratulations on your pregnancy." Steph was paralyzed she must not have heard correctly.
"Dr. Carlson did you congratulate me on my pregnancy?"
Dr. Carlson replied, "Yes!"
"Are you sure? I have been taking birth control pills."
"Didn't Bobby tell you that the antibiotics prescribed for your lung, nullifies your birth control?"
"God damn it, I am going to wring his neck."
Smiling Dr. Carlson said, "I assume your pregnancy is a surprise. Your OB-GYN is in this building why don't you head to her office and schedule an appointment."
After thanking Dr. Carlson, Steph headed towards her OB-GYN's office. As it turned out Dr. Love had a cancellation and was able to see Steph immediately. She confirmed that Steph was pregnant. Dr. Love conducted an ultrasound and observed that the Manosos are having identical twins.
Steph drove into the Rangeman's garage as the cameras focused on her all could see that she was seething mad. As she awaited the elevator she looked into the camera and mouthed one word, "Bobby." She got off on the 5th floor and everyone was calling Bobby to warn him to prepare for Steph's wrath.
Rangemen were running in the opposite direction of Steph who appeared ready to commit murder. She kept repeating over and over, "Bobby, Bobby." Ranger was aware of his wife's malevolent state and was scared as she entered his office Steph glanced at Tank and quietly said, "leave." Tank ran out of Ranger's office praying for his buddy.
Stephanie walked up to Ranger's desk and handed him the sonogram of the twins. Steph brought Ranger up-to-date on her follow-up and pregnancy. A few minutes later an alert went out for Bobby to get his ass to Ranger's office yesterday.
Bobby walked the gauntlet with his coworkers wishing him well and that they will notify his next of kin. Bobby knocked on Ranger's door and was told to come in. There was an unearthly scream coming from Ranger's office. Steph clamped down on Bobby's genitals hard. Ranger explained their surprise to Bobby. Bobby you will be Steph's bodyguard during her pregnancy starting next week. Steph was having fun squeezing his genitals and listening to Bobby squeal like a girl.
After the three reached a consensus Steph kissed Bobby's cheek somewhat excited that she was pregnant. Ranger secretly hugged him excited to become a real dad. Ranger's employees looked on in pity as Bobby limped out of Ranger's office heading towards his apartment.
That night Ranger and Steph decided to move to Ranger's home in Miami for the duration of her pregnancy. Steph was adamant that they include her Grandma. Grandma is a swinging septuagenarian and Miami would be right up her alley.
Less than eight months later the Manosos gave birth to identical triplet boys. They found out one was elusive and hid among his brothers until spotted during Steph's fourth month of pregnancy. They were delivered vaginally the first son Alejandro Justino Manoso, middle Benito Javier Manoso and baby Carlos Jonas Manoso. Steph calls them AJ, BJ and CJ. Julie adored her little brothers.
Three years later, Steph has obtained a degree in computer forensics / cyber security. Julie is graduating high school and has been accepted into Princeton. The Manosos are moving back to Trenton just in time to solve the mystery of Dickie Orr's disappearance.
This is my first Stephanie Plum fanfiction. It was written without a beta. I hope you enjoyed this brief glance into Stephanie and Ranger's background. Next chapter the Manosos return and Dickie's parents hire Rangeman to find their son. Please provide constructive reviews. Anonymous guest reviews are subject to deletion. Peace.
