Sorry all, was on a trip but I finally finished this beast of a chapter. So here it is enjoy and drop a review if you like it or have suggestions.
The hot water of the Shower felt refreshing to Marcus as his mind thought about his plans for dealing with the Syndicate now that they had Kenzie she had been hard at work locating a few other people who could help the saints with the so far had yet to find anything.
Marcus dried off and entered the bed room to change glancing at Shaundi who was sitting in her silk robe on the bed painting her toe nails the saints iconic purple. Opening one of the drawers and grabbing a pair of jeans and a white saints shirt. He made his way over to the bed. "So are you still mad" he asked as he sat next to her on the side of the bed in his towel. He recalled when they had arrived back after the chaos at the docks with Kenzie in tow. Shaundi had been silent most of the ride back but let her anger boil over at the penthouse.
"WHAT FUCK WAS THAT!, you could have killed us all" she yelled at Marcus who along with pierce seemed shocked at the sudden outburst Kenzie just ignored it as if she wasn't even there and went look in the fridge in the kitchen. Marcus looked to Peirce as if to signal a plea for help. "Ah, hell no this is all you man, I'll find some place to stash the new girl." Pierce said as he made a quick retreat to grab kenzie just as she was about to open a juice she found in the fridge and bolted out the door. "Come on girl" Pierce said "But my drink" she said as the door closed behind them.
Marcus now stood there staring at the door thinking of whether or not to shoot Pierce for abandoning him. But knew he need to deal with Shaundi.
"Okay, so maybe it wasn't the best plan but we survived" Marcus said with a shrug which further angered his lover.
"Oh don't even try to play this one off as nothing" she said pointing her finger into his chest.
"Okay, luv I get it, it wasn't the best idea, but look we lived and we gained a huge advantage on the syndicate. Plus we destroyed a shit ton of their hardware" He gave a smile as the anger in Shaundi's eyes began to lessen at what he was saying.
"Fine, but I'm still mad at you" she said as turned and walked away. He knew she was just putting up a front of being angry and that she would be over it before long she loved him after all.
Shaundi just leaned her head slightly towards him as he gave it a light kiss before standing to get dressed. "I guess I can forgive you, but just do anything as crazy as that agin" she said as she finished her toes.
Marcus finished pulling on his jeans and casual shirt and smiled "wouldn't think of it luv" with that now past them he went to find Peirce who had an update of the last couple days progress the rest of the crew was making.
Pierce was sitting on the main couch watching the tv as a Special news report played but Marcus didn't care they always went on about something. "So Pierce how have the crew been handling Steelport." said Marcus as he stood next to is lieutenant who was not actually watching the tv but reading a book on chess.
"Uh.. ya some things you might want to know." Pierce said as he kept reading his book
"such as" Marcus asked but when he didn't seem to answer he grabbed the book and tossed it aside "Hey man I was just about done that"
"Peirce focus, the crew, whats going on" Pierce just gave a sigh
"Alright man shit, look since we set up shop in Steelport the boys have had a hard time getting anywhere the syndicate have had things on tight lockdown but since blowing things at the dock and with kinzie's help we have been able to secure most of the southern parts of downtown and are starting to make in roads into the other parts of the city. But Kenzie thinks she might know where to find someone who can help us out you should go Talk to her." Peirce said as he seemed to want to get rid of the boss so he could finish his book. "Alright good where is she anyways."
Peirce looked up for a moment "Hmm, oh right she said she wanted to set up shop at some old warehouse over by the westside docks" Marcus let the man be and went to grab his keys to go talk to his newest member.
After a lengthy drive which was required in order to avoid Syndicate attention the boss now stood outside an old run down building that looked abandoned but he could see lights and that the security gate was now closed and a camera had been installed outside. He walked to the door and found it to be locked he found a buzzer which he pressed. Soon the camera panned around to look at who was at the door. Kenzies voice was heard over a small speaker next to it.
"Oh, hey its you come on up." With that the door buzzed and was unlocked.
Climbing the stairs to the upper loft area Kenzie was in the middle of setting up her equipment and various other 'stuff' "uh.. wow looks like you settled in fast" Marcus said as he looked around at all the high-tech stuff that he had no clue about how it worked he was never good with tech.
"oh this is nothing this is just some basic hardware to help get a fix on Syndicate operations around the city" she said off handedly as she kept unpacking and moving boxes.
"so you know what the Syndicate is up to and where to find them" Marcus asked now a bit more hopeful. "no, but I may be able to find a few people who do" Kenzie deadpanned.
"So what do you got then" Marcus asked as he picked up a box and dropped it over by some other boxes.
"I'm not sure yet i need more time to work out the details and information I have on Loren and the others. But I think i know where we can find a guy called Zimos" Kenzie said as she continued to haul boxes.
Marcus liked the sound of that he had hoped Kenzie could offer an edge that the saints could use against the syndicate.
"Alright, and who is this guy." Marcus asked now a bit more interested Kenzie just kept working without even looking up " He use to be in business with the Dywinter sisters but they had a falling out and now they keep him locked away inside a club called safe word.
Marcus gave a confused look as if he was supposed to know the people she had just talked about. "Who are the Dywinter sisters" Marcus asked
Kenzie sighed and stopped to explain better not liking that she had to repeat herself.
"The Dywinter sisters are the twin sisters that run Safeword it's a club that.. well it caters to a select group of people, anyways the point is that you need to get in there and find zimos he can help us take control of the syndicates prostitution rings." Marcus nodded in understanding now as he liked what Kenzie had thought out.
"Alright , I like it I'll give Pierce and Shaundi a call" Marcus said as he grabbed his phone and turned to walk out.
"Alright I'll try to track down another guy I had in mind but I'll need more time to find him."
Marcus nodded and left to return to his car after telling Shaundi and Peirce to meet him at Safeword.
Devon was nervous he had gotten a call an hour ago that the bosses plane had landed and he was coming to the warehouse before going to a meeting with Loren. He had his men tighten up security and make sure to square away the loose merchandise. One of his men approached him and told him that the bosses car had arrived.
Stroud walked in with his men and his second in command Leon Fritz he was a former mercenary that had worked for Stroud for a long time and was Stroud's most trusted man. If he was here along with him then the situation was a lot bigger than Devon thought.
"Mr. Stroud, sir I'm still surprised you have come all this way" Devon said trying to hide his Nervous tone.
"Yes, well it seems recent events have forced me to attend to the matters personally." Stroud said as he looked around before continuing.
"You've done well here it seems Devon, I knew I made the right choice putting you in charge of the Steelport Division."
"Thank you sir" Devon said as he noticed Fritz approach and whisper something into Stroud's ear.
"Ah, it seems the meeting with Loren has been moved up he wants to meet now, I want you and your men to start looking into this new group that has arrived in steelport , the third street saints and find out just what their up to." Stroud said as he handed Devon a File.
Devon took the file and looked through it. In the file was photos of the saints and locations they were known to frequent, the last photo was of Marcus. Devon held his breath unsure of how to react. Stroud noticed this and asked what Devon feared.
"I take it you knew are friend here was alive and in Steelport and yet you didn't feel the need to notify me." Stroud said with suspicion but left it for now.
"No matter we will discuss your lapse in judgement after i have returned." Stroud left the file with Devon and returned to his Armoured Suv.
The boss pulled up just down the street from Safeword to meet up with Shaundi and Pierce who seemed to be in a bit of a disagreement.
".. I just don't like it is all, alright" Shaundi finished as Marcus approached the two.
"What's going on" He asked as Pierce shook his head and sighed at Shaundi who just glared at him.
"Your girl here doesn't think we should go in there." Pierce said as he crossed his arms
"Your damn right, what if this is a trap or what if Kenzie doesn't know her shit aswell as we think, all I'm saying is we should plan this better." Shaundi said as she looked annoyed and leaned to one side with her arms crossed.
Marcus did agree that she had a point but with the Syndicate breathing down their necks they had to take the chance.
"Look, we need this guy so let's go in there find him and we can all go home and figure out are next moves." Marcus said as he was about to leave.
"Hold up if we're going in there will need disguises" Pierce said as he went to the trunk of his car and and opened a duffel bag Marcus and Shaundi arrived and looked into the trunk and bag to find Three sets of BDSM outfits. Marcus was at first confused then he looked to Shaundi who had a killer glare on her face as she slowly turned towards Pierce who was smiling at the two of them until his smile was killed by the ice-cold glare that was sent his way.
"What the fuck are you planning." She asked in a low growl.
Pierce then tried to explain his plan in a way that didn't see him dead.
"Look, it's the only way to get in the place is heavily guarded and with these we can slip in and blend with all the other freaks in leather."
Shaundi was Less than pleased with the current plan she did not like the idea of looking like a complete whore in the leather outfit.
"fine, But Pierce if I catch you uttering one word about this after I will Castrate you." Pierce just laughed until realised that she wasn't joking. Marcus just shrugged and grabbed a outfit.
Shaundi had changed in the car while Pierce and Marcus kept look out for prying eyes. Once all three had changed into there disguses they walked towards the club.
Marcus had to admit he liked Shaundi's outfit it left very little to the imagination. It was composed of a tight form-fitting latex body suit that had a corset and mask. The corset served to amplify her cleavage and the body suit highlighted her curves very well Marcus's eyes were drawn to her rear as she they made their way up the drive way to the building.
Shaundi felt his eyes on her backside and turned to look back at him with a sultry wink as she put a little more sway into her walk Peirce was ahead of them. As for Marcus and peirce's outfits they both had on a leather two piece outfits and masks which hide their faces well.
While Pierce checked in with the front desk Marcus stood beside Shaundi who was looking around until she noticed Marcus still staring at her.
"You know If you're a good boy and behave I may decide to borrow this outfit for later." Shaundi said suggestively. Marcus's eyes glazed over at the thought of her keeping the suit.
"Well, let's get this done then shall we."He said pulling himself together and focused on the task before them.
All three entered the club as music filled the room and many other patrons who attended the club danced and played in the many corners and private rooms. Shaundi was a bit shocked at some of the acts being preformed in this place. Up above everyone were dancers in cages dancing to the music and waitresses in skimpy leather outfits serving drinks and she could pick out a few Syndicate guards up above watching the crowd.
Marcus was surprised also he had never been one for kink but found it had its uses. If this worked and they all didn't get killed.
"Come on we need to find the manager's office" Pierce said as they spread out Pierce went to talk with some of the waitresses while Marcus and Shaundi went to look else where.
They asked different people and a few they avoided who seemed far to occupied. Until Shaundi decided to start checking the rooms for someone who knew what they wanted.
"We should check in here" She said as Marcus just looked at her funny.
"Are you serious?... who knows what kind of crazy shit will walk into" Marcus said surprised.
"well the faster we do this the faster we can leave, this outfit is not exactly the most comfortable" Shaundi said as she attempted to subtlety adjust her cleavage and release the tight hold the corset had on her chest.
"Oh I don't know seems good to me" Marcus said with a cocky smirk as he watched an a shamed as she tried to adjust again.
"Ya well you may find your self cut off next time you feel adventurous." She said with mild annoyance.
Marcus decided it best to stop while he was at it. He steady him self for the horror he'd possibly find behind the door and opened it.
Inside was a man who was no his knees before a woman with a whip. Marcus didn't waste time he grabbed the man by the collar while Shaundi dealt with the mistress.
"Tell me where i can find the manager before i knock your fucking teeth in" He said in a threatening tone, but the reaction of the man was not the one Marcus or Shaundi had expected.
"Oh yes, yes hit me make me bleed and rile in pain" the man enthusiastically said as he clung to Marcus's leg. Marcus was trying to back away from the man
"Uh.. what fuck, wasn't expecting that" as he finally dislodged the man
"Oh look you have a new friend" Shaundi said with a barely contained grin as she watched the man beg Marcus for punishment.
"okay fuck this lets move on" Marcus said as he had to finally knock the man out
They both continued to go room to room until one of the guests finally gave up the location of the manager's office. It was located on the second floor behind a hidden door.
"Kay, i really hope i can forget some of the things I've seen today Shaundi said as Marcus nodded in agreement.
"too right luv, come on lets end this shit" As Marcus made his way to the second floor and to the office.
A pair of Syndicate guards tried to stop them "You this is a staff only area turn around"
Marcus just kept walking as he punch out the guard on the left while Shaundi took the one on the right. Shaundi pointed out the door that wasn't very well hidden as they could both make out the impression in the wall.
Delivering a swift kick to bust open the door two younger girls screamed and ran out as the manager tried to reach for a gun but was too slow as Marcus kicked out his chair from under him.
"Easy their mate we just need to find Zimos tell us and I'll let you live" Marcus said as he crouched down in front of the man.
"Are you insane, I tell you that and the Dywinter sisters will cut me off" Shaundi grew tired of this game and the growing discomfort of the body suit was serving to drive her patience past its limit.
She quickly approached the man on the floor and kicked him in the face before grabbing him by the throat and pulling a knife which she positioned just above his groin.
"Tell me what i want to know or something far more important is getting cut off !" Marcus raised an eyebrow at her
"where the hell did you hide that" he asked as he tried to figure out how she could've hide anything in that outfit.
Shaundi just glanced over to him "really not the time" The man finally gave in.
"alright he's in the holding cells downstairs, just leave me alone" Shaundi released him as he scurried away.
Pierce came running in as he looked around the office "what did I miss"
"come on Pierce we know where Zimos is" Marcus said as he opened another door labeled Holding area.
The three saints continued downstairs after ditching their masks as now they wouldn't need them. They made their way through many cells as they searched for Zimos.
"How the hell we suppose to find this guy" Pierce asked as he went from cell to cell.
"I mean how do we tell him apart from every other crazy fuck in here"
"Easy we just go with the guy that has a Z on his back" Shaundi said as she found an older black man in a cell dressed in a pony attire complete with ball gag and saddle that had a Rhine stone Z on the saddle. Pierce walked up and looked in.
"Oh well shit that's convenient" Pierce and Marcus opened the cell and grabbed Zimos who was a bit confused about what was going on but came willingly.
Marcus who was keeping watched was surprised by the sudden appearance of a guard that was also equally surprised to see the three saints releasing Zimos. He tried to draw his weapon but Marcus grabbed his arm and knocked him out before picking up the weapon.
"Come on we need to go" Marcus was right as more guards came running in and began shooting at them.
"well looks like we can't go back that way" Marcus said as he took cover and returned fire while Peirce, Shaundi and Zimos took cover aswell. The Manager must have alerted the guards.
Shaundi looked around for a way out and found an access door to the lower garage.
"Come on this way" she yelled as she took Zimos and ducked into a garage filled with Syndicate vehicles she was soon followed by Peirce and Marcus who covered them. While Shaundi looked for a set of keys Pierce and Marcus blocked the door with some crates and jammed the handle with a crowbar.
"that should hold them" Marcus said
Shaundi found a set of keys and jumped in the nearest car and started the engine as all three saints including Zimos piled in. Shaundi floored the gas and sped out of the garage and out on to the street slamming through the security gate.
Once they had felt they had made it away from any sort of pursuit they relaxed a bit as Shaundi made her way back to the saints penthouse.
"Shit that was close" Pierce said as he breathed a sigh of relief
Zimos had undone the ball gag and looked to his rescuers with uncertainty
"Uh.. who the hell are you" He asked
"you're welcome mate, we need you to help us bring down the syndicate" Marcus said as he looked back at Zimos.
"oh, I almost thought this was an alaborate setup for a gang bang." everyone in the car cringed at the thought shaundi felt a wave of disgust.
"Oh god no" she quickly replied
"Ya man why you have to go and put that image in my head" Pierce said as he shook his head to rid the bad images.
"well I'd shake your hands but them floors were a bit sticky if you know what I'm saying" Zimos said as he gave a small laugh.
"No, that's okay" Marcus said as he tried to not think about it.
Now that they had Zimos the saints could really start pushing back against the Syndicate and hopefully take out their sex trade operations. For now they were all just glad to be out of that place. Now they could move on to the next plan.
AN: well that's Chapter 10. for the sake of the weird way Zimos talks I left out that he uses a voice synthesizer to talk and just left his voice normal.