Chapter 11

A Cemented Affair

Part 2

Disclaimer: And here we go yo!

January 3rd, 2013, Starling City, Washington 11:55 PM

"Alright, so what do we know?" Questioned John Diggle later that night after he and Jonas had done surveillance on not only one of CNRI's people, but Garris himself as well.

Not to mention a short hour nap as Jonas could have sworn the Big Belly food John had gotten them was loaded with something to get him drowsy for a time. "Well, we know that Laurel has a security detail on her. One she's obviously not happy about."

More then likely her father's doing too as the man had always been a rather protective man over his daughters and after Sara, that no doubt increased. "Its also obvious they can't recognize a tail following them. And I don't mean us either." John said next.

Causing Jonas to nod in agreement. "And we know its Garris' people having her followed. We also know that while Garris is seen elsewhere to have an air tight alibi to avoid any suspicion since he's been able to avoid jail time thanks to money until his day in court, his friends will be paying a visit to her at her apartment. Which is where we are currently." And the former castaway had to admit his ex had done good in her apartment selection too.

He and John were also currently sitting outside of her apartment building in a green van with no extra windows and a logo on each side that said they were part of a pest control company. The fact the local boys in blue obviously didn't find this suspicious was just another sign that Lance had clearly chosen the wrong guys for the job. Either that, or it was entirely a possibility that Garris had bought them off and Lance had no clue about it. John looked over at his charge so to speak. "So do we call it in?"

"Nah. Any additional help wouldn't get here in time and we've got no clue if Laurel's detail is legit bad at their jobs or just on the take."

"Copy that. So what's the plan then?"

"I go around back and make my way to her floor and wait for an attack. You stay here as back up."

John frowned at that. "I don't like it but it beats watchin' over some spoiled punk." Muttered the man and Jonas had to hide a wince since he was something like that himself once upon a time.

"See? Its a win either way." Quipped the former Queen Scion with a grin as he threw on the hood of the suit Talia had given him.

Even if he had been a bit hesitant to wear the thing given that prophetic dream of his from a few months back. But he didn't think tonight would be what triggered that. Or so he hoped anyway. Especially since he wasn't planning to wear it again after this. He also had a green bandanna to go with it to hide part of his face as a just in case kind of thing. "Uh-huh. Anyway, coms check?"

"Coms check."

Which was done quickly and to results to their liking and Jonas was soon out of the van and quickly made his way around back. Where he'd use a grappling arrow to get him up high to where Laurel's apartment would be and minutes later would be surprised and a bit alarmed that Laurel wasn't alone. As Thea and Tommy was there with her. Now he knew from certain information of his that his little sister avoided the Queen mansion, the fact she was out so late bugged him. And if he thought that the photos he'd seen of her before bugged him, he was more so now due to her current attire. Which was a red jacket that seemed like it needed more on it and the insignia of a Glades group known as the 'Wheelbound', a mesh top over a blue shirt, ripped black jeans, black boots, and orange colored hair with some of it looking like a Mohawk. Idly making him wonder what their mom would think of it. No doubt be utterly horrified and demand for her to get rid of the ridiculous look and no longer associate with the Wheelbound crew.

His intel had also let him know that Tommy and Laurel were fairly close to one another as well and it looked like Thea liked to tease them over that if their eye rolling with smiles was any indicators. Jonas couldn't help but let out a sigh as he saw the three, his heart clenching painfully as he watched them. Wishing he could be with them but fearing it could somehow set off that damn prophetic dream of his. Pushing those thoughts and feelings down, he pressed the com on his ear. "Anything on your end?"

"Not yet."

"Copy that."

Two hours later saw Jonas considering heading down to meet up with John as nothing had yet to happen. Thea hadn't left but Tommy had and he had mixed feelings about that as it meant his little sister wasn't on the streets but at the same time, was in potential danger because of Garris. "Considering its about to be 3 in the morning, you wanna call it in or wai-what the Hell!?" Got out John as the power in the area suddenly went out.

Which caused a ruckus to occur in Laurel's apartment and a grimace flashed across Jonas' face. "They planned this!" Growled out the man and he quickly fired an arrow to get him to Laurel's window.

The lack of power would be a challenge but living on Lian Yu had helped him adjust to doing things in the dark so that was a big help. Crashing through the window, his first arrow hit a thug in the knee, instantly sending him to the ground. "I'm afraid you've come at a late hour, try again another time."

"KILL 'EM!"

"Not tonight!"

"What the Hell is going on!?" Came Laurel's voice as she and Thea came from their rooms.

"Take the girl and get out of here before they can grab you!" Ordered Jonas in a gruff voice so they wouldn't recognize him.

Despite the chaos of the situation as the strangely dressed figure fought off a bunch of thugs, the Lawyer from CNRI did the smart thing and got out of there with Thea. "The Lawyer's gettin' away!"

"That's the point!"

"AUGH!" Yelled out the man who had made the remark about Laurel getting away thanks to his arm getting snapped in two.

He then found himself down and out on the floor as one of his pals found himself with an arrow in his shoulder. Followed by a hard blow to the face with the bow that knocked him out. "Sirens are coming your way so I'd suggest you get out of there."

"What about Laurel and the Thea?"

"Out here in my line of sight with the Security Detail, Sir."

Nodding in satisfaction as he took care of the 5th thug, Jonas made his way out of the apartment the same way he got in. The darkness of the area helpfully let him make it back to the van without being seen and the two would remain where they were. Even mingling with the curious crowd that later formed as the power came back on. Soon, the two left for the hotel room John had acquired to discuss their next plan of action and perhaps get a bit of sleep.

Author's Notes: Oh Garris, you naughty man!