Love & War: Legacies

Chapter 2: Chance Encounter

Chris was given a room until the end of the tournament. As he slept, he teared up. The thought of losing his family to Kano's deception took a toll on him. He laid up and took out a photo of his wife and daughter. Not a day goes by when he doesn't think of them. Suddenly, he heard female voices. He couldn't make out what they're saying. He looked out the window and sees two women. One in blue and one in green.

"Kitana, he fights for Earthrealm."

"I know, but hearing his story of what Kano did to his family, it calls for sympathy."

"He is quite handsome."

Inside, Chris was becoming flattered, but at the same time, he knows they work for Shang Tsung. He goes back to bed and slept.

Meanwhile, Sonya was trying to contact her Special Forces officials of her current location. Johnny found her.

"Need help? I specialize in rescuing damsels in distress."

"You again. Listen, I've got serious problems right now. I'm in no mood to be hit on by a movie star."

"C'mon. You shouldn't be wandering around this freak show alone."

Sonya walks away but Johnny grabbed her arm.

"Look, baby. I can't let you run loose without a escort."

Sonya punched him in the gut and hooked him in the face.

"I don't need a escort, and I for damn sure ain't your baby."

They fight for a while, but considering where they're at, which is a bridge simply called The Pit, one slip-up and you'll plunge hundreds of feet below, and there are spikes down there too. Afterward, Johnny offered his hand but Sonya swiped it away. "Sorry about that."

"I don't need your help."

"Fine. Have it your way. I'll leave you to your... problems."

"Good idea."

Kano was right behind Johnny and tossed him off the bridge.

"Now that he's softened you up, it's my turn."

"Not man enough to fight fair?

"I don't do fair." That much is obvious. I do remember what he said in the first MK movie when he was eating with Goro, he actually said he believes in a fair fight. Bullshit. As he was assaulting Sonya with his red eye which apparently shoots lasers, Johnny was hanging on for dear life, knowing that it he lost his grip, he would plunge hundreds of feet below. He miraculously leapt back on the bridge.

"Stay away from the lady. Fans think my moves are all wire work and special effects. The truth is... I AM the special effects."

"Da fuck?"

Chris just arrived, not impressed with Cage's demeanor. "Special effects? Bitch, please!"

"Dude, seriously, what is your deal?"

Chris brushed him aside. "Fuck out the way. You."

"Chris. Always a pleasure to see you, mate. You know, it was real funny how you shoved Baraka's blade up his ass, but this is none of your business."

"The murder of my wife and daughter by your hand IS my business!"

Sonya couldn't believe what she heard. Kano is wanted criminal in over 35 countries and the list of crimes is as long as a foot-long sub at Walmart. They fight. Sonya got up and helped him. Again, considering where they're at, they may need to make the battle short. They were about to put Kano away but Johnny kicked Chris from behind, allowing Kano to escape.

"You idiot!"

"What did I do?"

Chris replied, "You let a terrorist escape!"

"No, man. You disrespected me, man!"

"Man, shut the fuck up."

"He won't get far."

"Are you OK?"

"I'm good. Chris, right?"

"Yes."

"Sonya Blade of the Special Forces. Listen, my C.O. is locked up somewhere. His name is Jackson Briggs, or Jax."

"What's your deal with Kano?"

"He was an informant in our Black Dragon investigation, big time arms dealers. Turns out they gave us the runaround. A lot of our men got killed because of him. You said he raped and killed your wife and daughter?"

"When I learned that he was going to be in this tournament, it was a chance for me to bring him to justice."

"Hey, pal. I saw her first."

"Johnny, I cannot respect someone who let a terrorist run free."

"I didn't..."

"Enough. We need to get Jax out of here," Chris said. "I'll deal with Kano later."