Diamond in the Rough
A/N: I'm going to keep writing as often as I can, and I love all the feedback you've given. I need to apologize though because updates will be slower for a while. It's the final half of the semester and the work load is picking up. Don't worry though the story is not over, and there is so much more to come! I'm going to try to make my chapters longer, but Chapters 7 and 8 will be shorter, just because they are really going to be two parts of the same chapter, but I want to get something posted to apologize for the slowness to come. Enjoy!
Chapter 7: Victor's Vixens
"Velcome to the Vixens, Angel," Vivian walked Judy over to a door backstage that was blocked by a burly panda. The bear stepped aside for Vivian as she opened the door. "Meet your new family."
Judy was standing in a large dressing room. There was a long counter along the back wall, and racks of costumes and lingerie along the side walls. Above the counter was a long mirror with spherical light bulbs acting as a border. Makeup pallets were strewn over the counter. Stools, chairs, and a sofa were spread around the room. With Judy and Vivian, there were nine animals present. By the time Judy was done with introductions and instructions, the club had closed. Judy hurried across the street to her hotel room, where she immediately began to write down everything she could about Victor's Vixens, giving each Vixen her own page.
Pepper- Bertha Rivers, Hippopotamus. Bertha mentioned being a single mother of two, said the father was a real Ass. Ironically, not a donkey, he was another hippo. She's got a bit of sass in her, but I don't think she's involved.
Jynx- Lizzy Pawker, Lynx. Lizzy seems a bit crazy. She's a big partier and I think she's constantly buzzed. She's really funny though, always makes jokes. I don't think Lizzy is involved, she takes too many risks.
Candy- Dana Hoofman, Gazelle. Dana is a total sweetie. She's also a very healthy eater, big on fruit. Dana didn't really talk to me much but I don't think I need to worry about her, she gave me a hug and with a name like Candy, she must've been a sweetheart right?
Sapphire- Luna Howlston, Wolf. Luna got her name from her deep blue eyes, which stand out against her grey fur. Luna lives way over in Tundratown, and mentioned a husband and three little pups. She said they cannot know she's there, her husband doesn't even know she dances. Luna may be involved; I mean it's a lot of travel to get to the club from Tundratown. Why do it?
Gem & Ni- (Gemini) Katherine and Rebecca Whitetail, Deer. Katherine and Rebecca are twins, and they always perform as a duo. Apparently they're a big hit with most guys, I guess a lot request them for private dances. My deduction is that they are involved, and are Victor's messengers, why else would so many men request them?
Kitty- Nikki Snarlson, Leopard. Nikki is second in command under Vivian. Nikki is a tough girl, she's got a couple tattoos, and has a "don't mess with me" attitude. If she's not involved, I don't deserve to be a cop.
Vix- Vivian Clawhauff, Fox. Vivian is Victor's wife, the club was named for Vivian's stage name, referencing the term vixen. The girls are called Victor's Vixens because a vixen is supposed to be hot and sexy, and it's their den. Vivian doesn't dance anymore, she's aging out, but for some of the burlesque routines, Vivian has been known to grab the mic. I need to get close to Vivian and fast.
Judy re-read her notes, twice. She realized she had some serious work to do. She changed into her pajamas and climbed into the hard hotel bed. She turned out her lamp and reached for her phone resting on the nightstand. She pulled up her messages with Nick and composed a text before drifting off to sleep.
How'd it go, Slick? Saw you in the audience, nice acting ;)