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Thanks to PixelGMS for the CYOA that inspired me to wright this

Chapter 2

Am I racist?

-May 9, 2005-

"Mornin." I greet mom as I walk to the table. I pull out the chair, taking my seat. I wait for mom to finish in the kitchen.

"Good morning." She greeted me and placed down a bowl of salad. She takes her own seat and starts eating. We finish up shortly.

"What are we doing today?" I ask. Need some ideas of what the day holds. Other than online schooling.

"After you finish your classes. We can go out for a walk. Maybe I could let you meet a new friend. One man I work with mentioned that his niece moved in recently." She suggested. That doesn't sound that bad actually.

-Noon-

I feel like some of those classes… No. I know some of those ain't meant for kids. I felt my mind melting away on some of that. I personally got to see what a robotics class was like in my senior year. I was one of the two from my grade to participate. Got to play on the computer for CAD.

However, that one about the difference between large scale electrical systems and Large electronic maintenance. I had to really ask some personal questions. This kid Is 12 and she already knows how to make and power an electric car. Salary Man, this dude, can not only understand legalese. He can also do legalese for economics. Don't think about the Imperial. I probably wont ever need to know about advanced military tactics.

The thing that upsets me, is their advanced education. Only thing I got on them is interpersonal interaction. That and knowing about advanced technology up to the year 2020. Thinking about the electric car, set off the 12 year old. That is what most of this headache is from. Started to think about how I could make my own Tesla and make some money. Too many thoughts for my mind. I need to write this down. Otherwise I'll just keep going in a circle of solving problems I forgot.

There was an emergency news broadcast. All alerts on the computer were of the Leviathan attacking Newfoundland. The Endbringers… I'm troubled, their existence is a physical clock to the end of civilization. This is chilling, because I live in Brockton Bay. This is a massive coastal city, a prime target for Leviathan. There can only be so much destruction before we collapse as a society.

"Are you ready to go? I got an address, Doesn't look to be that far from here. We can get some fresh air before waiting for the bus." Without waiting for a response, she grabs her purse and leaves the house. She seems to be more excited about this than me.

I caught mom looking at me staring out at the city. She must be deep in her thoughts. She would say something by now about my behavior. Must be thinking about something good. Now she looks depressed again. Don't worry mom I got you.

"Mom?"I tried grabbing her attention with a classic of all kids.

"Yes sweetie?"She asked. Quickly think, ok i got it.

"Are we getting close?"

-POV. Violet-

I'm watching Tanya stare at everything. My little girl, she sees the world like it's new. Even at her age she can still be so innocent. I know she can be happy and leave this lifestyle behind. I remember holding her for the first time. So precious and vulnerable, we have a new purpose as parents. My love, She is so intelligent. She has already surpassed me, but the world limits her.

She cant graduate until we find a more stable life. The education is there but is under suspicion of being false. If she went to a school she could have. It's because of me, I have failed as a parent. We can't get a verifier to come see her work. I can't provide a stable income for a home. I would lose our daughter to the state.

Until she can prove herself to them. I'll have to apply to these online classes. I won't be able to keep this up. She knows, I've seen it in her eyes and heard her cries. She doesn't ask about you anymore. Just looking at me, with that smile on her face and won't fight with me. This is the age when I started to fight with my family. She's so precious.

I'm sorry, my love, I have to resort to crime to keep even this poor life afloat. I have no skills to offer others. I can only lie and cheat others for my livelihood. I can't fight anymore. I have a girl to take care of. I… I hate the Merchants for taking you. I don't Hold any anger for others but them.

*stare*

Looking out at 88's goons. I couldn't avoid getting found by them. Should have seen it coming though. White women beating drugged up black men and stealing from their pockets. That just screams recruit me. Now I'm just a home invader, Taking their identity and property. Wasn't my idea, that was my new boss.

"All you gotta do is get their info. If not get one of the guys to mug'em. This will get us their property and you a new home for the little one. It's Win-Win, You get a home and some cash. We get a new property and put the niggers back on the street."

I know he is giving me the bar minimum. He isn't selling them just transferring ownership to himself. I asked around about how I could make more money. Now I have to be the "Widowed Aryan Woman". It's true, but I don't like looking back and remembering it.

"Mom?" Tanya interrupts my thoughts.

"Yes sweetie?" I return.

"Are we getting close?" She reminded me of our destination.

"Don't worry Sweetie, I'm positive they will love you." I try to reassure her.

"That's not… that's not what I'm asking mom." She doesn't wait for an answer. Now she just looks back out the window with a cute pout.

*Giggle*

I Got to meet another woman in this gang a few days ago. Now that Tanya can walk around the house without accidents. I can go out and network in the gang, even if it scares me. I met this woman out shopping and we talked about our respective pre-teens. She is a newly wed, her husband joined our conversation. He mentioned that it was his niece that just moved in and invited us over.

-POV. Daniel (Victor)-

I Was finishing up some barbeque chicken, when I got near blind sided by my nice.

"I thought you said that we are having guests over? Well I don't see anyone!" Diana quickly states her observation.

"Maybe they have had car troubles. I can't leave the food by itself." I try To distract Diana. We could have asked about a time frame.

*Ding dong*

That must be them. I rush to go greet the guests inside the house. Opening the door, I'm greeted by that same beautiful woman I met at the store. Ava and I went looking for her after seeing her at a rally. Looking down I see a smol Girl. She has her mothers eyes but her hair is more of an Ashy blond instead of her mother's golden hair.

"Good afternoon ladies. Please come inside, I have to get some plates but you are just in time to try my barbecue chicken. It's probably the best B.B.Q this side of the bay."I greet and usher them inside. Remember it's not bragging if it's true.

"Thank you, for letting us into your home. I can help you with preparing the table. Tanya, you can go with Daniel's niece and play." she suggested to her daughter. Diana rushes to Tanya and drags her away.

"I can show you the kitchen. I do have some questions for you. If you don't mind?" I tell her as I walk to the kitchen.

"I can answer a few questions but I might not tell you everything." She responds. We enter the kitchen and I begin to grab dishes. She follows behind and grabs two sets for her daughter and herself.

"I know you are working for the 88 but my question. Why work in a gang and not a legal job?"I question.

"I have no other skills to offer for a good paying job and if i get a minimum wage job I can't support Tanya and myself. On top of that if my employer finds out about her. I will lose custody of her. So I got desperate and mugged a few people but I got caught by the 88 and was made to join." She answers.

"That's unfortunate, but why are you squatting and Tanya looking so thin? I know the 88 would bend over backwards for a woman like you. Tell you what, I can ask around I'm sure we can let you keep one of those houses and get you a job. No questions asked." I offer her.

"I don't have enough money to own a home. After my husband's death I had to use all of our savings for Tanya's medical bills. She was almost killed in a cape fight. She was shot and tossed through a window. She didn't see anyone, just got tossed by some super power. I don't try to interact with the 88 members. I'm afraid about them abusing Tanya and me. The pay I am getting is barely helping us." She explained to me.

"That doesn't sound right I was told the amount you're getting. Yes it is way too small but it can support the both of you." I know I asked everything about her part in the 88.

"Tanya… She is just so intelligent. The little extra I have left over goes to her online schooling and thank you for the offer."She said proudly to me.

"So that a yes or no?"I try to clarify.

"Yes, that would be a yes."She sputters out quickly.

"Next time you have an issue, don't be afraid to ask the 88. We do try to look out for each other. Could you get the kids? I got to get my wife from the store. Shouldn't be 5 minutes."I tell her as I leave the room and pull out my keys.

-POV. Tanya-

Ok, I'm in Diana's room and we are playing with her dolls. The Big red and black flag with 88 on it is staring me in the face. Is my mom racist? Holy shit I'm in a gang members house. I'm playing house and my doll is getting tossed by Diana. Every time we play a scenario with a black doll I try to make my dolls be civil. Then she gets mad and chucks my shit. Like, dude chill.

"Why do you keep trying to talk to the nigger?"She asked me.

"They haven't done anything to me." I tell her.

"I thought they killed your dad?"She asked...WHAT?

"Wh-wh-whut?"I sputter out.

"My uncle said that your mom's a widow and she speaks at some of the 88 rallys. That he was murdered by some niggers in the Merchants."She explains to me.

"I didn't know anything about that! I just thought he abandoned us or died in an accident! I don't ask mom because she is already in pain. I don't want to remind her about any of her problems. I just want us to be happy!"I'm loudly explaining my reasoning.

"I'm sorry, I just assumed you knew. We can play something else. That is if you want to play anymore."she sounds regretful.

"It's ok we can keep playing. I just didn't take the news well. You are my friend and I wouldn't want our friendship to stop because of this. You want to try braiding hair."I suggest after reassuring her about our friendship.

"Really, then I get to do yours first!"She happily states. Now she is sitting behind me trying to braid my hair.

*Knock-knock*

"Hello, Tanya, Diana! Food's ready!"Mom tries to gather us for a meal.

"We are coming, give us a moment! Diana lets go."I holler out.

"But your hair isn't done."she informs me of my state of dress.

"It's ok. Let's go eat. We can come back and finish later." I tell her and a reverse of earlier I drag her out.

-POV. Daniel (Victor)-

Driving back to the house with Ava in tow. I think back on Violet and her situation. This woman has been hopping house to house for years. With her daughter nearly dying and husband's death she has shut herself off from the world. She refused any assistance thinking it could harm her daughter. It's that same protectiveness that is causing Tanya to be unhealthy. It's a good thing Ava wanted to meet her. I don't think that situation would have changed without us. It would only end with the local police catching her or her daughter.

"Ava, Miss Degurechaff and little Tanya are at the house. I have already asked my questions and I'm going to help her keep her current house."I Inform my wife of my plans with our guest.

"That is wonderful, so how did Diana react?"She asked me.

"She was bouncing all over the house in anticipation. It's nice that she gets to have a girlfriend around her age in the 88."I give her my opinion.

"I didn't know Tanya was a member. I've only seen her mom around us."She responds to me.

"Miss Degurechaff is a member. Tanya is going to grow up around Diana and the 88. It's only a question of when and if she grows up to look like her mom. She is going to have to rely on us to protect her from them chinks and niggers."I explane to Ava. Getting out of the car I make my way to the door.

"Now come here, I slaved away on that barbeque and poured my soul into it."I tried to rush her in.

"You're forgetting about the groceries in the car."She reminds me.

"Sorry."I apologize for my mistake.

-POV. Tanya-

-8:45 P.M.-

*Yawnnn*

Today was nice, I got to learn, play, and eat two meals. The only thing bad was the bombshell about dad. I don't want to ask mom about it. Ok i can talk about anything but making mom sad hurts me on a spiritual level. The barbeque was amazing, better than anything I've made except sweets. I can bake like it's nobody's business.

Mom said that If I finish my schoolwork. I can take the bus over to Diana's house. Is it wrong to go over to a nazi's house. I can get over that, maybe I can change her mind a bit, can't completely or suddenly challenge her lifestyle. She is my first friend, I can't just leave her in that environment.

I hope she likes cookies. I mean I'm going to raid their kitchen but I'm going to make cookies, so it's fine. I fall asleep thinking about the land of milk and cookies.

A.N.- If you are wondering about Violet (Mom) I based her appearance on Violet Evergarden.

I am so happy to see all of you looking and following my story. I have received reviews and some suggestions from you and it has helped make this CH. I was planning to move on to May 10 Tue. following Mom around her work day. Instead I got inspired by one of your suggestions to make this CH.

TwistedView - Duuuuuuuude, noooooooo

A.N.- The rest of the message is what inspired this CH. TwistedView - You hit a home-run on the home invader. The look in her eyes is her remembering her husbandu. Your suggestion on being a speaker inspired me to add the story of a connection to capes in the 88. As they can see her and learn of her. Again Thank You

FoulerGlint60 - will you be having the triggering event in the story or has that already happened?

A.N. - Due to the "Corona Pollentia" Drawback in the CYOA she is Shard-less right now. She will be having a Trigger event.

Axcart - Just because she is lawful doesn't mean she won't use any and every loop hole she sees and bent the rules so much that the Unwritten rules would look rock solid by comparison

A.N. - I want to Keep Tanya close to the Major when the powers come in. Due to the Relatability Draw back. My plan is due to Tanya(Bet) and my presence she will have more emotion and empathy just not at first. I will keep the "looking out for Number 1" mind set. Just as she gets more powerful the more Freedom she has to add "number 2" and so on After.

I'm not that fluent in legalese. So if you feel that I miss something I could have exploited in the worm-verse. I would be open to any suggestion that can keep elements of Youjo in the story.

A.N.- And thank you for your support.

Frescko & 123ABIR123