The Devil's Sister
Two weeks later, after Tim and Samantha come back from a brief private honeymoon, Tim and Dick go shopping for Christmas when both are kidnapped and taken to Chicago where they meet the devil's sister, Victoria Devlin.
Part 7: Elsewhere
Hours slipped by, and Dick had stayed quiet, trying to think of a way to get them out of their situation, but there was none. He was mostly trying to stay awake, but even he failed to do that. He was jolted awake when they stopped twice to take on fuel, but the two men that stayed with them hadn't moved from their post. In fact they became more alert, checking him and Tim's bonds. Tim had not stirred, which greatly concerned Dick. Even if he was to escape, he probably would end up leaving Tim behind. He didn't dare because he wouldn't have the means to follow the van, and that meant Tim would be lost to him. So, Dick remained, hoping that Tim would come to soon, and so they could learn where it was they were heading.
It wasn't until they passed by a highway sign, and Dick almost missed seeing the name. It was at a bad angle, but he was able to get part of the word, downtown. Downtown where? It was obvious they were in a different city all together, since they had been on the road for hours. He didn't get to know exactly where until the van came off a ramp and turned away from the city center. Tall buildings appeared in the back window, buildings he should have recognized, but at first didn't. As the van moved away, the buildings became more clear. He finally knew where they were, but their troubles were just beginning once the van slowed, and entered what he thought was an underground garage. They came out on the other side then the van turned and Dick saw there was a tree-lined street and a high fence made of iron. The van was entering some rich person's estate. Dick had to quickly go limp and close his eyes. Once again, he had to decide not to act, for Tim's sake. There would be another time.
"Bring them inside," an unfamiliar voice said.
Dick was lifted by his arms and legs. He surmised that someone would be carrying Tim over their shoulder. He was lighter and smaller, while Dick was taller, and heavier due to his muscle mass.
"Put them in an upper guest room," a female voice said. Dick could feel the woman lift up his chin. "Handsome, but I wasn't expecting this one. I'll put him to use."
Dick heard the rustle of the woman's dress as she walked away from him. She must be examining Tim.
"You fools!"
Dick heard the sound of someone getting slapped.
"He's injured! I specifically told you that no harm was to come to him!"
"We're sorry, Miss Devlin," one of the men said. "It won't happen again."
"It better not, or I will take it out of your hide!"
'So, it was Tim they really wanted and got me as a bonus. It's a good thing Tim asked me to go shopping with him. Devlin? As in Nathan Devlin? Who is she?'
Dick gave out a humph as he was unceremoniously dumped on a large bed. He couldn't help but pop open his eyes to see Tim being carefully placed beside him. Before Dick could react, he was held down and a collar was placed around his neck. The same was done with Tim. Then their hands and feet were freed.
"What's the idea?"
"Oh, good, you're awake."
"Who are you, why did you bring us here?"
"My name is Victoria Devlin, and you're going to become part of my stable."
Dick lunged at the woman and he received a nasty shock from the collar he was wearing. "Aaaah." He was left breathless and his throat burned.
"Easy big boy," Victoria purred. "You wouldn't want me to shock your brother. In his condition it might kill him."
"Why . . . . . " Dick's voice came out hoarse, raw from the electrical shock he received.
"My stupid brother needed my help, something about wanting revenge against a certain man by the name of Wayne."
"Collar. . . "
"Oh that," Victoria cooed. "A little invention from a man who was a dog trainer. Unfortunately, he was arrested for cruelty to animals. The police wanted to destroy them. I was able to acquire them without any fuss. Of course, it helps to personally know the Mayor. I found a better use for them."
"You she devil," Dick said through gritted teeth.
"She devil, I've been called worse," Victoria stated. "Now, you and your brother will remain here, in this room. I'll be sending in a servant to take care of your brother's wound and some food. If you behave, you'll be well treated. If not . . . You only got a small taste as to what that collar can do."
Dick glared as the woman left the room and locked the door behind her. He turned toward Tim and moved over and sat by his side. He examined the gash and was relieved that it wasn't very deep. Dick placed a hand on Tim's cheek and rubbed it gently with his fingers.
"Come on little, brother, you've got to wake up. We're really in a fix this time."
Continues with Part 8: A Stable of a Different Kind
