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Ch.2 –Dig Deeper

He had never expected him to make another appearance; had hoped but never assumed. From the first impression he'd got of Toretto, Sean didn't get the feeling this was a guy who wanted to get in deeper, just in case someone saw past his car and into the real man. No, he thought he would run, keep up his mysterious flair and keep others in the dark. He felt stupid, like a giddy school boy on too much sugar.

From afar it only looked like a black flash as it flew through the dimly lit streets, amber light bouncing off reflective paint, cutting through the barrier of limited speed. Tyres squealed in protest, rubber skidding and running across a black dance floor. A showcase of talent if there ever was one, a piece of craftsmanship, put together with love, careful planning and consideration,

Sleek but immensely powerful, a stance that commanded respect, defiantly growling and roaring at any sign of competition. With the heart of a beast that poured its blood throughout in return for a burst of adrenaline; a soothing of its ego as others stared in awe, blazing eyes looking back.

Everyone watched the owner step out, gliding his hand over the side of his monster with a smirk, as though his fingertips were taming it. This time he didn't look as tired, his eyes were tinted with a gleam that brought the years down. He approached the younger man with the grace of a lion sizing up its prey.

Sean shifted uncomfortably under the stare and glanced back at Twinkie and Neela, finding that they were held by the mysticism that whispered through the swarming mass of racers. He cleared his throat and stood a little straighter, holding his hand out in a lame attempt to introduce himself.

Dominic's smirk slowly disintegrated, thick brows knitting together, curious of this young kid. He extended his arm out, his hand clasping the one offered to him with a squeeze.

"My name is Sean Boswell."

"I know who you are kid, Han took great pleasure in detailing your little ride to success in the drifting world to me a while back." Dom pulled his arm back and nodded behind Sean to Neela, Reiko, Earl and Twinkie. "Your crew?"

Sean shrugged and smiled, ushering them over to make their introductions. Dom shook each of their hands in turn, eyes gliding up and down Neela before quickly dismissing her when he saw Sean's arm pull her to his side. He inwardly laughed; she was too young for him anyway.

"So what are you doing back Toretto?" Twinkie asked, bored of sidestepping the real issue. He stood his ground as Dom sized him up. "We heard all about you man, know everything up until the day you fell off radar."

"Oh you know everything huh? Well then you should know why I'm here little man." He shook his head, impatience growing as he turned back to address Sean. "We need to talk, there are some things you need to know."

The team muttered amongst themselves for a few minutes before they slid back into their cars and pulled out, looking at Toretto to follow. They tore down the streets, forgetting about the races for now. They finally pulled up at the garage and took seats around the table up the stairs.

Neela raised a brow at the newcomer, wondering why he held so much power over anyone he spoke to, including her own boyfriend. She slipped out of Sean's lap and retrieved cold beers for them all, popping the caps open on the edge of the table, sliding them over to each person before snatching her own up and taking a long drink of the amber liquid.

Dom spotted the manila folder and picked it up before Sean or Twinkie could stop him. He chuckled at some of the things he read about himself but his eyes lost some spark when he saw photos of his team, his family. He drew his eyes from the glossy memories. "Where did you get these?" He asked, flipping a picture onto the table.

Sean looked over at Twinkie, who shrugged. "Just from a contact in L.A, why?"

Dom sighed and licked his lips, running a hand over his head and for some reason, unbeknown to even him; he began to tell them who each person was. The others watched him point to a stunning bronze beauty with long black hair and a blinding smile.

"This is my sister Mia." The words were hoarse in his throat, the fragile belief of betrayal still heavy in his heart, remembering back to the day she left to go find the traitorous cop…All because she 'loved him'. But Sean and his crew didn't pick up on the underlying pain so he continued.

With a snort and a shake of his head he pointed out two guys playing guitars, one scruffy and the other a little more clean-shaven. "Leon and Vince. Complete fools but real loyal guys, enough said." They nodded in response, sharing smiles.

Dom's dark pools scanned over the two remaining people and picked up both, thumbs brushing over each person. He turned one over with a sad smile. "Jesse, kid was a genius."

"Was?" Neela asked quietly, picking up on how he said it immediately.

"Yeah, when I left L.A he was in a bad way, I can only assume that…" He trailed off, sitting straighter, not caring to go any further into that story.

Reiko leaned forward and took the last picture from Dom's hand, her eyes curious as she looked at it. "Who is this?"

Snatching the photo back and making them all jump at the sudden action he groaned and clenched his jaw. "Letty." Her name came out in a growl before he slammed the picture back down and got up from his seat, pacing a short length to get out his frustration.

Sean watched him for a moment before he looked back at the picture that had suddenly got this man riled. So, he did have emotions and feelings too. They were a lot alike he figured, with troubled pasts. But the difference was Dominic had grown with a family and lost it, he had had no one and now he had found his family.

Reiko bit her lip, a guilty blush rising on her olive toned cheeks. "Sorry." She whispered meekly.

"It's okay." Dom rumbled and drained the last of his beer. "We can continue this another time." He bounded down the metal stairs, boots clanging in a hurry. A car door opened and closed, wheels churning in reverse as they backed onto the street, peeling away.

"Well…That was interesting." Twinkie stated, eliciting a small chuckle from Sean.

"You're telling me."

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Lex