Trouble in the Metropolis

by Letoile

This is the continuation to my story The Manhattaner. Anne returns to New York and a bit of trouble is stirred up. It isn't as long as it looks. The chapters are very short! Please review and tell me what you think. All criticism is welcome! It's finall

5. Back ta da Lodgin' House

"Jack!" Spot bellowed from outside of the diner. Sensing the urgency in Spot's voice, Jack quickly ran from the booth and out the door.

"The war has started! We need ta get back ta da lodgin' house immediately. I suggest dat ya send at least 5 of your boys ta every post. The Bronx and waistin' no time and have started to invade," Spot whispered with remote danger on his tongue that Anne and Cowboy could feel.

Runner had informed Spot of the news about the attacks. Spot quickly rambled out orders of what Brooklyn was to do until he returned home. The little boy simply nodded and was down the street before Jack had exited Tibby's.

The guys were soon out of the diner and surrounding Spot, Jack, and Anne. Jack tried to steady his voice before speaking; "The turf war has begun." He paused as shouts of excitement rang out from various guys, "Dat ain't called for! Now we gotta get back ta da lodgin' house!"

As soon as Jack finished speaking all of the boys were forming a pack and rushing steadily in the direction of the lodging house and Anne was shoved to the center of the group.