Chapter 3: Joy

The setup was in a bar-style. From seemingly nowhere, a hostess approached him. "Welcome to Wu-Lei bar. If there's anything I can help you with, just let me know, ok cutie." He smiled at the attractive 20-ish woman. "Thank you, but I think I'll be ok," he replied. Ryo made his way to the bar and sat down. "What'll it be kid?" offered the middle-aged bartender in a gruff tone. "No thanks," Ryo said respectfully. The foul aroma of whiskey and cigarette smoke hung thick in the air. Ryo glanced at his watch. "Hey Hazuki!" called a female voice. A young woman with fire red hair come up from behind and sat beside him. "Hello Joy. What do you have for me?" he asked with a slight tone of anxiousness in his voice. Joy shifted to the side to face Ryo. "Well, hon, word is your old pal Lan Di is going to meet a cargo ship at the Aberdeen dock. It's set for 8:00p.m. "Thank You Joy," Ryo said graciously. As he proceeded to get up, she put a hand on his shoulder, sitting him back down. "Look, I know you want to take revenge for your father's death, but I hope you don't plan on fighting Lan Di," she voiced with concern. "I'll do what I must to avenge my father's death," Ryo stated firmly. As Joy looked in his eyes, she saw a flicker of unwavering strength and determination. "Hazuki, I don't like what I hear about this guy. He's a ruthless, cold, and calculated man with a mind as sharp as his skill. But I know I can't discourage you, so just be careful, ok." Ryo nodded. "Ok," he agreed. Joy moved her hand slowly to caress his cheek. "What are you up to later, Ryo?" Joy probed. "Aside from gathering information, nothing." She smiled softly. "Well then, will you meet me at Lei Long Inn this evening for dinner. I'd like to talk to you," she requested in a sift voice. Ryo could tell that her whole countenance changed just before she made proposed the dinner invite. He looked at his watch. It read 12p.m. "How's 5:30?" he suggested. "That's perfect," she said happily. "See you later, then," Ryo replied. He got up and walked out. 'Damn boy makes me so mad. I hate how he makes me feel...'
Ryo looked around for anyone who might be of help. He stopped a young woman. "Excuse me, do you know how I can get to Aberdeen Harbor." "I need to get home. Sorry," she replied. He continued weaving through the crowd asking various men and women the same question. "Hey Hazuki!" came a familiarly sexy voice. Ryo turned to see Joy on her motorcycle across the street. He made his way to her. "Hop on, I'll give you a ride," offered Joy. Ryo nodded in agreement. As he straddled the bike, she took his arms and clasped them directly under her breasts. He had to grin a bit at her bold move. "Comfortable?" she asked rhetorically. "Hold on tight, Hazuki." The two sped off towards the harbor...

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Well, readers, I hope this is any good. Believe me when I say it'll get better in Chapter 3, seeing as there'll be a fight scene. Well, hope you liked it and look for the next chapter very soon. Later...