A note to the reader. I am not discontinuing this story but rather ending this particular line. I will pick it up once more. In another story not yet titled.
The Return Of Frankie Stone
Part 4.
Chapter 25. The Last Showdown...
There's a place downtown
Where the freaks all come around
Frankie approached the docks slowly. Remembering the last time she was there that she and Tad Martin had been setting up a drug bust. Being here at night was more quiet but with an impending doom. Hidden in the darkness there was an unknown danger Frankie was all too aware of.
When the dark
Of the night
Comes around
That's the time
The air around the water in this kind of cooler weather caused fog to rise around the waters and dock area. Whole boats were now completely un-noticeable disguised by the misty cover. Frankie had strapped on her gun before leaving the driveway at home. She didn't want Bianca to know that she was still carrying. She'd always had a gun for protection. Now that she was an officer of the law it was more obvious why she needed to carry all the time.
That the Animal
Comes alive
Slowly the street smart detective exited her car. Concealed by darkness and fog she had no worries about leaving it un-locked. "Ava ? " She called out into the air. No answer. " Ava. It's Frankie come on out. " The cop tried again. Still no answer though the closer she became to the main wood storage shed. A wicked almost iminently evil cackle could be heard.
There's a place downtown
where the freaks all come around
It's a hole in the wall
It's a dirty free for all
Frankie knew then and there she'd been lead into a trap. " That little bratty bitch. " She swore under her breath. Frankie heard that cackle once more, there was something so familiar about it.
There's a place I know
Where had she heard it before ? There was only one person who could laugh as though they had burnt up their last mental nut. "Vanessa, Come out you bitch !" Frankie screamed at the tops of her lungs.
If you're lookin' for a show
Where they go hardcore and
theres glitter on the floor
" Heres... Ava!" Anounced the female voice from behind she hit Frankie over the head with a board. Causing the detecting to be rendered unconcious.
And they turn me on
When they take it off
Everybody take it off
Two hours had gone by and Bianca was pacing the floor. The new living room carpet was atleast being put to test on the lifetime warranty.
" Come on Frankie Stone where the hell are you ?" Bianca asked the lonely, quiet room.
Meanwhile in an entirely different chain of events.
Josh was sitting on the sofa of his and Babe's apartment. Quietly watching the late night news. When Babe accosted him from behind covering his eyes.
" Guess who good lookin' ?"
" Um, Cleopatra ? Hilary Clinton ? I got it Michelle O'Bama. " Josh teased.
Babe uncovered her husbands eyes and kissed him sweetly. He pulled the southern girl into his lap. " I'd rather see you anyway. " He added between kisses.
" Josh stop, honey I've got something to tell you. " Babe said becoming suddenly serious. She stood and straitened her plaid blouse.
" Well, don't keep me in suspense ?"
" You know how we've been sorta tryin' for a baby. " Babe lead in slowly.
Josh became overzealous and jumped off of the sofa, grabbing his wife in his arms and spinning her around. " We're pregnant, Yes !"
" Josh honey hold your guns for a sec. " Babe was released from her husbands arms by request.
" We're not pregnant with one baby, we're pregnant with two. I'm having twins. " Babe finished.
" What ? Oh, my God that's good news right I mean two , two a.m. feedings. Two sets of everything two doctor visits to pay for..." After that last sentence had barely escaped his lips Josh fainted to the floor.
" Oh, my ... Josh honey..?"
Bianca could no longer take it she called her uncle/step-dad Jack Montegomery.
Just as it happens Jack was cuddled between his wife and the blankets snoring. When the nightstand phone rang. After Erica beat his arm until he reached a shaky state between sleep walking and coherency.
He answered the phone. " Jack here. "
" Uncle Jack it's Bianca. " The girls voice was cracking with tears not yet shed.
" Bianca honey whats the matter ?" Jack asked.
Erica hearing one of her daughters names instinctively sat straight up in bed.
" Well, Ava called earlier saying she was in trouble down by the docks. So Frankie went to get her and that was two hours ago. I'm really worried Jack I think somethings gone wrong. " Bianca explained her worries letting the first of many more tears to leave their eye ducts.
" Okay, calm down I'm sure it's nothing but I tell you what. I'm going to get dressed and go down there with a couple of units from the department. You just stay put until you hear from me okay ?" Jack replied not waiting for the call to end before rising from his place of slumber. To put on a pair of jeans his shoes and socks.
" Yes, Just call me the very second you know something. " Bianca agreed.
" I will I promise. " Jack vowed before hanging up the phone.
" What's going on Jack what's wrong with Bianca ?" Erica asked getting out of bed herself.
" Ava called their house earlier in trouble, Frankie went to get her and that was about two hours ago. Bianca's worried and I told her I'd take a couple of cars down to the docks to check it out. "
" You go back to bed I'm sure it's nothing Erica. " Jack assured his wife.
" Go back to bed, I'll do no such thing. Jack I'm going over to Bianca's house. There are times a mother needs to be with her daughter. This is one of those times. " Replied Erica in full on mommy mode she threw on a pair of designer jeans, Gucci boots and a Cheneile sweater. Grabbing her dkny leather jacket she was out the door. Just shortly after her husbands exit.
" Momma, you can't keep walking in that same place. There's gonna be a hole in the floor soon. " Miranda informed her mother as she yawned.
" Oh, aren't you funny all of a sudden. And what may I ask are you doing out of bed miss informative ?" Bianca teased her daughter with a raised eyebrow.
" Oh, I uh. Water I came for a glass of water and looky there I got it. So I'm just gonna go back to bed. " Miranda answered jetting off to her room upstairs.
Bianca shook her head. Her little girl was growing up so fast. The tall, dark haired beauty was lost in her train of thought. When a knock at the door derailed that train. Anxiously she ran to the door. " Frankie. " She whispered to herself with hopefulness in her voice.
She flung open the door only to be dissapointed. " Oh, hi mom. What brings you here this late ?" The let down apparent in her tone.
" Well, yes mom it's nice to know you came in the rain to comfort me in my hour of need. With this kind of a welcome I may as well have stayed in bed. " Erica stated sarcastically.
" Sorry mom I'm just nervous. " Bianca brushed off.
" So, can I come in or does good 'ol mom have to stand out in the elements ?" Erica teased.
" Oh, yes come in mom. "
" Thank you dear. Don't be so serious Bianca, Frankie is a strong woman she can handle herself. You'll see Jack will come back with her and she'll have had car trouble or something. " Erica tried to comfort her daughter. Whom immediately hugged her and began to cry.
" Oh. Mom I hope you're right and it's something random like that. "
However at the docks. Frankie was having no such fortune.
She awoke tied to a chair, duct tape over her mouth.
" Mmmmm, rrrrr..." She mumbled through the tape.
" Oh, I'm sorry is there something you wanted to say? " A cruel sounding voice in the shadows of the little shack asked.
" Where are you Ava you little monster!" Frankie's thoughts screamed. All she could think was how worried Bianca and Miranda must be. They probably called cops in by now.
A figure lurked in the shadows just beyond the focus of Stones trained eyes. Frustrating her to a new level. Until she felt warm breath on the back of her neck. Then a yank and seering pain radiated from her now chapped lips and cheeks.
" Who's really behind this Ava ? You're not smart enough to be the mastermind of anything but bad fashion makeovers. " Stated the tied up detective.
" Oh, I can't take the credit for this little shin-dig. I'm just here for the end result. You in a pine box officer know-it-all. " Ava replied clothed in a dark hoodie and torn jeans.
" Then who ?"
" It was I Mary Francis. " Anounced another hooded figure. Whom stepped from the shadows and revealed themselves.
Frankie ghasped with eyes widened. " It's you !"
Meanwhile outside at the docks.
Jack Montegomery and two other police officers stood at the ready. Carefully searching for any clue that their comrade was there. Jack stopped short about eight buildings down at the foot of an old lowly looking shack. Kids used for a hangout sometimes.
He quickly signaled for the rest of the officers to close in. " You here that Torres ?"
" Yes, sir. Mister Montegomery. Sounds like talking probably just kids. " The adressed officer replied in a whisper so as not to be heard.
" You think so Torres, Let me ask you men a question who here is highest in rank ?" He asked with all seriousness. The officers pointed at Jack with slight hesitation from officer Toress. " That's right, Me. So since you're so confident that it's only kids why don't you and I go in first. You two follow behind Torres and I weapons ready but lowered. We don't want to spook whoever that is in there holding my future daughter in law hostage. Into something rash. Ready let's move. "
Inside the Shack.
" I knew I heard your crazy assed cackle. You know you really need to be given the chair Vanessa. Then you'd be put out of everbodies misery including mine. " Frankie spat.
The old woman bent over and grasped detective Stones face in her right hand. Mushing her cheeks together. " You haven't changed a bit Mary Francis. Still a thorne in my bad hip. " Growled the senior citizen. As she released Frankie's face from her clutches.
" Yeah, a few things have changed. For instance dumbass over there didn't tie my feet." Frankie gleamed as she stuck out her left foot and tripped the vilainous crazy woman.
" How dare you!" Vanessa whaled holding her hip. " You ingrateful little brat. If it wasn't for me you would never be in that sinful friendship. With Erica Kanes daughter. Or her bastard spawn. You should thank me. "
" You're right thank you, If it wasn't for someone like you I never would've realised that I was becoming just like you. Good thing I caught it in time too or else I might've developed a nasty rash. " Frankie responded smartellically.
Once more Vanessa was the one holding the weapon. A large butcher knife in her right hand. She stood and aimed it in the direction of the detective.
Then shots fired from behind Frankie as she desperately tried to scoot her chair out of harms way. When a stray bullet hit her in the arm. Jack ran over to her and undid the rope that bound her to the chair. The first bullet killed Vanessa , the second pissed off Frankie.
" Are you alright Frankie ? " Jack asked.
" That's a wonderful sentiment to ask me, However I'm inclined to respond hell no I was shot ! Again, Jack in the two years I've been back here I've been infected with a virus, shot, blown out of a building and now I've been shot again. Who fired that shot, I want names ? " Frankie asked irritated but half joking.
" Me, sir-ma'am. " Torres corrected. The detective walked over to the policeman took his gun and emptied the barrel onto the floor.
" I'm taking you to the range because you're shot needs work. If you'll excuse me I hear an ambulance calling my name. " Frankie stated hobbling toward the door.
Final Chapter 26.
The Vowes Of Our Lives.
A week later.
The police caught Ava a week later on the lamb. Living in a homeless shelter she's up for probation next spring. Vanessa was actually dead this time. And me well I had my arm in a sling... again. As for Bianca and I well we've got some buisness to attend to.
" Yo' Frankie you ready 'cuz ? " Leo asked knocking on the door.
" Yeah, all setbe down in a minute Leo. " Frankie answered tucking her new diary away in her nightstand drawer.
She went to leave and remembered she'd forgotten the ring. Grabbing the precious symbol out of her jeans pocket. She ran down the stairs not missing a beat. When Miranda came walking up to her in a little suit just like hers. White with black trim. Only Miranda's black trim was lace.
" What's up kiddo, I thought you wanted to wear a dress ?" Frankie enquired.
" Well, I did but them mommy told me you were wearing a suit. Like a boy and I thought cool. So I had mom take my dress back and get me fitted for this. Is that okay?" The child asked waiting for approval.
Frankie looked at the smaller version of her wife to be and smiled. " Yes, are you kidding. I think it looks good kid but I might be a little bit predjudiced. "
" Thank you Frankie for making me and mommy a family again. " Miranda stated hugging the detective.
" No, I didn't do that you guys gave me a family, I never had before. So Thank you. " Frankie explained and began to tear up a little. She sniffed and straightened Miranda's blazer. " Come on kiddo we got a wedding to get to. "
" Okay. " Miranda smiled.
At the Church.
Bianca stood nervously staring at the clock. In the dressing room.
" Bianca dear you're too nervous, Frankie is never on time for anything. As a host I've come to expect as much. However she will be here. " Erica informed her pacing daughter.
" Would it take your mind off of things if I told you. You're gonna be an aunt again. Josh and I are expecting... Twins. And you're gonna be a grandma Erica !" Babe told the room.
Erica thought of a lot of things she could say. But this was her daughters day so all she did was smile. Hugging her daughter in law. While all the bleeps played through her mind.
" Hello ladies. My lovely wife you shouldn't look this good you know it shows up the bride. " Jack stated smiling as he kissed Erica on the cheek. " Bianca I'm suppose to tell you Frankie and the rest of us are here. All the guests have arrived. "
Bianca took a deep breath and stepped out of the room and took her place on the top of the stairs. Watching the bridesmaids and groomsmen go ahead in pairs.
In a lifetime made of memories
I Believe in destiny
Maggie in a suit and Kelly in her bridesmaid gown were first.
Every moment returns again in time
When I've got the future
On My mind
Then Leo and Greenley made their entrance.
Know that you'll be the only one...
Meet me halfway across the sky
Up where the world
Josh and Babe hand in hand were next.
Belongs to only you and I
Meet me halfway across the sky
Make this a new beginning
Of another life...
Jack and Erica were motioned the go ahead.
In a Lifetime
There is Only love
Reaching for the lonely one
We are stronger
When we are given love
Zach and Kendall were the last couple down the aisle.
Then Miranda the flower girl in her girls suit.
When we put emotions on the line
Know that we are the timeless ones...
Bianca took a deep breath and her queu beginning her descent down the staircase. Making her way towards her future. Just as the song ended.
Meet me halfway across the sky
Up where the world belongs to only
You and I
Frankie saw her beloved walking closer and closer to her all the time. With her flowing white gown and a handful of fresh roses and purple lillies. The central colors of the wedding. The sides of every pew were decorated in the colors with matching ribbons. The sun was glistening through the church stained glass windows. Adding depth and extra color to the room.
Bianca reached her destination smiling beautifully. Frankie taking her in her arms for a brief hug as the song was turned off.
" Bianca nice to finally see you up here. " The reverend told the bride.
" Dearly beloved we are gathered here today. To celebrate the union of Mary-" The reverend was cut off as Frankie whispered something to him. " My apologies. To Celebrate the union of Frankie Stone and Bianca Montegomery. Let anyone having any objections speak now or forever hold your peace. " He waited as coughs and silent stares led him to the conclusion there were to be no objections. He smiled. " May I say this is the first wedding I've performed in this town without objection. "
" The vows you are about to take are sacred and should be held high in your hearts and minds. Now Frankie repeat after me I Frankie Stone take thee Bianca Montegomery to be my wife. For better or worse in sickness and in health. For rich or poor for as long as we both shall live. "
" I Frankie Stone take thee Bianca Montegomery to be my wife. For better or worse in sickness and in health for rich or for poor as long as we both shall live. "
" Bianca repeat to Frankie the same vow. She just spoke to you. "
" I Bianca Montegomery take thee Frankie Stone in all her stubborness. " The guests laugh. " To be my wife for better or worse, for rich or poor in sickness and in health as long as we both shall live. "
" Now at this time before the rings are exchanged. The couple has written their own personal vowes to one another. Which they will now read. " The reverend anounced to the guests before stepping back to allow the couple personal space.
" You first B. " Frankie urged.
" Frankie Stone when I first met you I was a child we both were. In the short time that we got to know each other. I knew there would never be anyone else for me. Who could to me the way you did. No one has ever made laugh so much or cry so often. No one but you could make not just me but my daughter fall for you. I promise you all of me heart and soul, body and mind until you're sick of me. I love you Frankie. " Bianca finished her vowes with tears shimmering in her eyes.
Frankie cleared her throat. " I had the worst time writing my vowes, because there were so many things about you I'm in love with. Your smile, your laugh. That way you wipe my upper lip when I have a milk mustache. The way you like to wake me up in the morning. " Frankie grinned, Bianca blushed and the whole guest list made a loud "OOOhhh. "
" When it comes down to the one thing I love most about you. Is that you make me better than I am every single day. You taught me right from wrong and how to tell being used from true love. That's what you are to me and if you'll have me that's what I'm going to try to be to you every day for as long as I'm breathing. I will spend my whole life giving you and our kids everything I have. I love you Bianca. "
" Oh, Frankie. " Bianca sniffled hugging Frankie tightly and kissing her cheek.
The reverend seperated the young couple. " Okay save it for the honeymoon ladies. " The guests smiled.
" Now the exchanging of the rings. "
Frankie searched her pockets it wasn't there. Miranda got up from her place at the front pew. " Frankie, missing something? " The little girl asked tapping the woman's side. Fishing the ring out of her little pocket and handing the wedding band to her new stepmother.
" Thanks kiddo you're a lifesaver. " Frankie took a breath.
" You dropped it in the limo. " Miranda stated before returning to her seat.
Erica handed Bianca her ring.
" Now place the ring on Bianca's finger and repeat after me once more. With this ring I thee wed. " The holy man stated.
" With this ring I thee wed. " Frankie repeated slipping the ring onto her loves finger.
" Bianca repeat the same. "
" With this ring I thee wed. " Biance copied placing Frankie's ring on her finger.
" I now pronounce you married you may kiss. "
" I thought you'd never get to that part rev. " Frankie grinned once more lifting Bianca's vale and planting one breathtaking kiss on her wife's lips.
We'll get higher and higher
Straight up we'll climb
Higher and higher
We'll leave it all hehind
Higher and higher
Who knows what we'll find
So baby dry your eyes
Save all the tears you've cried
Cause we belong
in a world that must be strong
Baby, that's what dreams are made of
And in the end on dreams we will depend
Cause that's what love is made of...
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The End