Season 4, Episode 5: What Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas
Disclaimer: I don't own anything from the Fast and Furious Franchise. Only my own ideas and original characters. Also please excuse any minor grammar/punctuation errors.
Previously on The Fast & Furious: Family Chronicles
"By the powers vested in me by the state of California, I now pronounce you, Husband and Wife. You may kiss the bride" Hobbs proclaims
Brian happily lifts up Mia's veil and the couple share a sweet and simple kiss.
"Ladies and Gentlemen, it is my honor to present to you for the first time ever…..Mr. and Mrs. Brian and Mia O'Connor!"
The remaining crew began clapping and cheering, including Jack, who was snuggled tightly in Letty's arms.
"Looks like we aren't the only ones, that are excited!" Ramsey states, taking notice of Jack
Following the ceremony, came time for Brian and Mia's first dance as a married couple. Which followed being surrounded by the family for just being there in celebration of numerous things…..mostly to New Beginnings.
~The Fast & Furious: Family Chronicles~
O'Connor Household
Los Angeles, CA
September 16, 2014
3:15 A.M
Darryl's POV
Okay. I hate myself for saying this, but, I have never wanted to strangle a baby….up until this very extract moment, aka…..Tuesday, September 16, 2014, 3:15 A.M. Due to it now being September…..school has begun, and I should be sound asleep. BUT NO! Jack has been crying non-stop, every…...freaking…..single…...night…...for hours on end!. The reason?, Hell I'm not even sure anymore!. He's been fed, burp, cuddled and changed, what else does this baby want?!. Granted, Mia and Brian have been doing their best to tend to their newborn son, but, they need some new damn tactics!. Ugh!, 3:15…..School starts at 7:45, and I have to be up in exactly three hours from now. I'm gonna definitely need some strong ass coffee to stay awake during class. But for now, throw my pillows over my face and hope for the best.
~The Fast & Furious: Family Chronicles~
Silver Fox High School
Los Angeles CA
September 16, 2014
World History Class
"MR. O'CONNOR!" Mrs. Robinson screamed as she smacked Darryl upside the head, via meter stick
The younger blond literally jumped out his seat, upon impact and yelped loudly. He then turns his attention to his smirking classmates, and then back to his now aching neck.
"What the heck?!, Mrs. Robinson!" Darryl replied irritably
"Don't, What the heck me, Mr. O'Connor!. You know the rules, sleep in my class and you get whacked upside the head!"
"Sorry. I wasn't trying to fall asleep in class"
"I sure hope so. Now please, pay attention and get more sleep tonight"
The young blond nodded silently and propelled himself to sit up straight. Mrs. Robinson continued on with her geography lesson, for the remainder of the class.
Following the third hour dismissal, Caleb caught up with Darryl at their lockers, as they prepared to head to lunch.
"Everything alright man?" Caleb asked curiously
"Not really" Darryl replied before taking a deep sigh, "Robinson thinks it's that easy to just get more sleep. Well news flash lady, that's rather impossible when there's a screaming baby down the hall from you!"
Darryl furiously slammed his locker, causing it to vibrate forcefully. Caleb took notice of his friends state and placed a helpful hand on his shoulder.
"Sorry to hear that. I can't believe Jack is actually that loud"
"Oh yes!. I just can't take it anymore!. I haven't a good night's' sleep in weeks!"
"Sounds like you could really use a getaway"
Darryl freezes in place and turns toward Caleb, an enormous grin plastered about his face.
"Caleb….That's genius!"
"See?, I'm not just good looking"
The two friends share a laugh, as they continued onward for the cafeteria. Darryl now could only hope that Brian and Mia would allow for a getaway of some sort.
~The Fast & Furious: Family Chronicles~
O'Connor Household
Los Angeles CA
"Brian, Mia?...Are you home?" Darryl wondered aloud as he entered the house
No response
"Damn it!"
Feeling defeated, Darryl casually made his ways towards the kitchen. To his surprise, Tej and Roman were feasting on cold-cut sandwiches. Upon noticing his presence, both men greeted the teen happily.
"Where's Brian and or Mia?" He prompted
"Running some errands with Jack" Tej stated simply
"Thank goodness too. That kid has got some lungs on him" Roman added irritably
Darryl nodded in agreement as he made his way towards the cupboard to grab a much-needed snack.
"Oh trust me….I know his screams a little too well! Which is why I needed to talk to my brother because I feel I'm in much need of a getaway"
"Getaway huh?" Tej prompts and then turns to Roman
"Yeah?" Darryl states again with uncertainty
"Well, Roman and I have the perfect solution"
The young blond perked up with eagerness as he took a seat at the table.
"Really?, Do tell"
"We were gonna head to Vegas this upcoming weekend, and hit up some casinos"
"Okay?, But I can't get into a casino, I'm 15, remember?" Darryl added
"But, there's so much to Vegas than just casinos"
"There is?" Roman asked
Tej rolled his eyes as he continued on "Yes, Roman. Anyway, Darryl, there's plenty of activities that are teen-friendly for you in Vegas"
"Well. When you put it that way….Okay, I'm in!"
"You won't regret it!"
"Can I bring a friend too?"
"Sure!"
Roman groaned obnoxiously as he slammed his head against the table.
"Tej! We were supposed to party it up this weekend!. Casino, drinking, hooking up with girls, But now you've turned this into a family vacation. No offense Darryl, but I don't wanna go to some lame ass light show and or amusement parks"
"Roman, it's not even like that. We'll still have time for gambling and drinking"
"Don't forget hooking up with girls!"
"Yeah sure" Tej replied with a grin
"Besides, Caleb and I could always go off venturing by ourselves" Darryl added
"If you say so" Roman replied, "But I do know one thing…..I'm so ready to party it up this weekend!"
"Agreed!" Tej says joyfully, raising his glass "To Vegas!"
Roman and Darryl joined into the toast, with their respected drinks
"TO VEGAS!"
~The Fast & Furious: Family Chronicles~
A Few Days Later….
Las Vegas, NV
Darryl's POV
The four of us arrived in Vegas shortly after 3 p.m on Saturday. A part of me is extremely relieved to have actually arrived, as to my perspective, the four-hour car ride would indeed never cease to stop. I mean, everything was fine at first, but after so long, you start to become restless and feel the need to move around for blood circulation. Not only that, but Caleb decides to fall asleep, and uses my shoulder as a pillow. I was desperately trying to move him off, but to only have him back in the same position seconds later.
"Caleb" I cooed softly "We're here!"
Caleb audibly groans and simply mutters in a whiny tone "No"
I chuckled, looking down at my friend. "No?"
"No!" He repeats slightly louder "Five more minutes"
"I've heard that one before. But seriously…..Get Up!'
I shrug my shoulder, causing Caleb to slip off and hit the seat. His head props back up and looks at me, still dazed from the slumber.
"You're a jerk!" He sneers jokingly
"Love you too, bro" I replied
"Alright everyone, let's head in," Tej says from the front
I nod silently and we file out the car, and head into the casino.
~Time Skip: 10 Minutes~
"You're already leaving, Tej?!" Roman exclaims irritably "We just got here!'
"I'll be back Roman, I'm just gonna check out the mob museum with Darryl and Caleb!' Tej replied as he follows the two teens outside.
Roman grunts and waves them off as he heads to a slot machine.
"Humph. Fine. I don't need Tej to have fun. This is Vegas after all!"
~The Fast & Furious: Family Chronicles~
An Hour Later….
Casino De Lopez
Las Vegas, NV
As Darryl, Caleb, and Tej return back to the casino, they come into direct contact with Roman. Who, was stripped completely of his clothes except for underwear, and was covered in various bruises…...Definitely not how they left him before the museum.
"What the hell happened to you?!" Tej exclaimed worriedly
"Long story short. I was jacked" Roman stammered
"Jacked?, Why didn't anyone help you?!" Caleb asked
"Because, if I'd said anything….Things could have gotten a lot worse"
"Who did this to you, Roman?!" Darryl demanded making eye contact with the man "Better yet…..why?!"
"The Mafia" Roman whispers turning to scan the surrounding area "I mistakenly gambling all my belongings, along with a million dollars. But when I told them I didn't have the money...they starting beating the shit out of me. However, the boss cut me a deal, that I agree to bring the money to him by midnight…..or else"
Caleb audibly gasps as fear crossed his face. "I don't like the sound of….or else"
"Me either. I have an idea on how to get your stuff back" Tej says "It might sound crazy and dangerous. But just enough to work"
"Well before that, I need to get some more clothes. I can't walk around like this!" Roman replied
"For sure. Clothes then plan"
~The Fast & Furious: Family Chronicles~
Sunday, September 21, 2014
12:00 A.M
Las Vegas, NV
Casino De Lopez
Roman cautiously enters Casino De Lopez at exactly midnight, Sunday morning. He continues onward towards the boss' office and upon reaching the door, he knocks twice before turning the knob and walking into the dimly lit office.
"Ah Roman!" Lopez greets before proceeding to check his phone. "At least you're punctual. Now just hand over the money, and you can go about….peacefully"
Roman, who could barely hold back a smirk, exploded into a series of laughing fits.
"Care to enlighten me as to what the hell is so funny?!"
"You….You overweight fuck! It'll be a cold day in hell before I give you a million dollars!"
Lopez' expression turns south instantly, causing the mafia leader to pull out his pistol and point it directly at Roman.
"EITHER YOU GIVE ME THE MONEY, OR I'LL BLOW YOUR DAMN BRAINS OUT!"
Then at that moment, Tej, who is dressed to impersonate Lopez' younger brother, Luis, barges into the office.
"Not so fast brother!. We need him alive"
"AND WHY IS THAT, LUIS?!"
"Because the pigs have been tipped about us. They'll be here any second to bust us!. But if we hurry now, we can take Roman to our safe house in Reno, Which then….."
"Would lead to a kidnapping case!, Giving us a window to demand more money for his safe return!" Lopez finishes happily "I like the way you think!"
"Thanks. But we better get going"
"Right"
As the group of three made their way towards the parking lot, Lopez freezes on the spot.
"Wait a second…...The Safe House isn't in Reno"
Tej gulps nervously "It's not?"
"No. You of all people would know that!. I also have suspicion to believe that, you aren't my brother!
"RUN ROMAN!...RUNNNN!"
Roman and Tej take off at high speed, Lopez follows close behind, while also firing off shots at the two males.
"COME BACK HERE!... AND GIVE ME MY MONEY!"
"Don't stop for anything, Roman!" Tej orders "We'll be to safety soon"
"I don't know Tej!, This seems like a never-ending path!" Roman pants heavily
A short time later, the guys reach the outdoors. Roman and Tej head toward where Caleb and Darryl are standing. As Lopez prepared for fired, A swarm of police cars surrounds him, and officers rush out to arrest him, while another hands Roman is previously taken belongings.
"I don't know about you guys, But I'm ready to end this getaway" Darryl speaks up "I may not like Jack's screaming, but I'm sure it'll calm down eventually"
'Agreed. But remember, What Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas" Roman adds "Brian and Mia would have a fit if they knew what went down tonight"
"Oh, I know. But I mean, eventually, I might have to. I promised to not keep secrets from Brian, especially if It involves my well being"
"I guess. But just not right away, deal?" Tej asks
"Deal!"
End of Episode
Until next time,
-darrylnewman99
