Saints Row 3 Lovers
Episode 1: The Start of Something Special
{Zimos}
| Snatch! / Ho traffic \ Escort |
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Isabella, what do you mean by… that?
You see dear? Killing is all that they know.
Slick: All of you gangs have always been a pain. Still to this day, violence is your way of confrontational purposes, instead of actually coming to agreements like proper adults. But here we fail to see a child who is irrational and notorious for being petulant.
Isabella: Keep talking shit and see what happens…
Ruby: Bella, we've waited long enough. Let us go.
Bella: Wait, let me speak to her… I can… I can try to persuade her…
Ruby: I won't let her make you-
Bella: Just please! Ok?
The father nodded, but the mother gotten silent.
Bella: Isabella, please… Let's talk about this in another room-
Isabella: I finally have something worth fighting for and you're willing to give it away for a bunch of assholes who abandoned you? You know how difficult for me to not pull the fucking trigger?
Bella: I get it, I-
Isabella: Do you? To me, you're willing to go along and have you stripped away from me!
Bella: [cup her cheeks] You are my home, and I won't leave you…
Isabella: [softly] Then don't leave me…
Bella: [smile]
Ruby motioned her body to her husband and held his hand tightly.
Slick: Is this really the time? Honestly, we have more important matter to deal with. How long must we keep waiting until you give us your decision?
Bella: [looks at them] Guys, um, don't take it personally but…
Isabella: [held her hand tightly]
Bella: [blushing] I'm not going anywhere, but instead, I'm staying here… where I belong…
Ruby: Bella, dear, you can't possibly-
Bella: This is my choice, ok? Take it or leave it… You shipped me off because some rogue people were after you, and you couldn't protect me from them so instead I was off somewhere getting manhandled by a bunch of people, left to rot and starve on the streets! One day from my… lovely girlfriend, she took me in, and cared for me…
Isabella: [surprised] …
Bella: So whatever it is you gotta say, don't, because I rather not hear it…
Ruby: We came all this way-
Isabella: She said she doesn't want to hear it, now fuck off…
Ruby: [sigh and looks down sadly]
Slick: I am disappointed in you, Bella. You chose the wrong path, and you've pushed us to do much more than we come here to do. Let us go Ruby. We've wasted enough time. [walks away]
Ruby: [looks at her]
Bella: [looks away and hugs Isabella]
Ruby: [sighed and walked off]
As they were leaving for the elevator, Isabella called off Shaundi, telling her Saints to not shoot, but keep an eye on them. After she hung up, Isabella comforted Bella by walking her to the Boss's room. Below the penthouse, Bella's biological parents were walking away as several Saints kept aiming their guns, not drawing fire, but whatever move the parents' will make, shots will be fired.
In Isabella's room, Bella chuckled quietly until it grew louder as her chuckle turned into laughter. The Boss was confused by this and asked what was funny.
Bella: I get it… I finally get why my parents chose my name for Bella… It's short for Belladonna! Hahah, it's a deadly nightshade for a flower…
Isabella: Oh, is that why you were laughing so much?
Bella: I mean, I get to know my last name after all this time but my entire name, Belladonna VanGong… It's such a stretched out name…
Isabella: It sounds cool, right?
Bella: Uh, kinda? Hahah, not really sure about that…
Isabella sat on her bed and covers her face in defeat.
Bella: What's wrong?
Isabella: If I didn't get here in time… you would've left with them…
Bella: [concerned] I know I sometimes have this feeling where I'm considering the possibilities of which path I choose, but you come first in my mind every time… So, with that said, Isabella… [move her hands away from her face] I will never leave your side…
Isabella: [smile]
Bella: Now, about this business with the gangs… Do you need any help?
Isabella: What, after the situation with your supposedly somewhat mom and dad, you wanna ride along with me during missions?
Bella: [shrug one shoulder] I can learn a thing or two!
Isabella: Nice try sweetie, but this is something that not even you can handle right now… I almost killed your dad in front of you, and I won't let that happen again…
Bella: I'll be fine Isabella… You can trust me… Trust me when I say that whoever you kill will not make me feel bad about you…
With that, the Boss kissed her girlfriend in bed as the scene faded to black, showing the parents driving in their black Eiswolf around Stillport.
So, I guess we're leaving?
No.
We couldn't win her back John. That was our only shot, and we've wasted it.
That doesn't change anything. That's not for you to just give up. I still believe in us. We can bring her back, but we need to make adjustments.
What are you suggesting then?
You see honey, don't go to the shark's fish tank without chum.
So, you're saying…
Baiting and luring them into our trap is how they will no longer come between us in this situation. We need to know their every move, know every Saint they find, and capture them so they can never interfere with our freedom to normality. You feel me?
Yeah… Yes, I get it. Then, I'm right with you.
All right. Follow my lead.
Uh, hello?
Hey Zimos, I was-
Think this can wait- I'm in the middle of something…
You want me to swing by instead?
Yeah sure and seriously no hurry…
Bye Z…
Mmm bye, now where was I…? Oh yes…
Putting on her casual outfit to slap on, Bella tidied up her clothes and kissed her cheek. After that, the Boss went through the elevator, down to the garage, and gets on her bike by driving off to Espina; Zimos' Palace which was another name for Zimos' Carwash.
When walking through the front door and up the stairs, entering a room full of half-naked strippers on the floor, all were lying next to Zimos who was casually smoking a cigarette, rubbing his hand against their backs gently. Isabella took a good look before saying anything.
Isabella: Hey Z-
Zimos: Shh! Don't wake the bitches!
Isabella: [chuckles] You certainly didn't waste time…
Zimos: If you were chewing on a ball gag with a horse tail up your ass for a few years, I think you'd want to unwind too…
Isabella: Yeah, fair point…
Zimos: [sniff] I'm guessing you didn't come here for the pussy?
Disappointed for not being able to join in on the fun, Isabella sat down on the couch and started talking about the Morningstar.
Isabella: Nah… If the Saints are gonna stay in Stillport we need the Morningstar outta here… I already worked Downtown but these fuckers are everywhere…
Zimos: Oh I'm here to help baby… I know every track the Morningstar are working… We can build up our stable, and hurt the DeWinter Sisters at the same time…
Isabella: [squint] Ok, sounds good…
Right outside was a Infuego car, Zimos lend an ear for the Boss, instructing her that he has people watching corners and gathering intel by knowing where the hoes are at. This would help take over the sex business to by not having the Morningstar sharing any to get some. It will draw attention, but sooner or later they will back off, or they'll be ending up as roadkill. Snatch! was a way to literally snatch the hoes from the Morningstar, and take them back to Zimos for protection.
After that was a bit of trafficking, riding with Zimos to help ensure his girls were doing the deed by spreading the word, delivering advertisements, and keeping the Morningstar off their backs, along with not having to provoke any cops as well.
Lastly was a little bit of escorting. This specific mission is like p*rn but no cameras or any IRS agents aren't allowed to see anything. Zimos called the Boss that his girls are needed for a driver, turning tricks and making them money for p*rnography. All she had to do is drive, and whatever they wanted, get the job done much more quickly and successfully. It is tough being the celebrity and a Leader of the Saints, so the fact of not trying to have her cover blown would be… tricky.
After that whole roundabout journey with the escort, Isabella called Zimos as she escorted the girls with their clients out the car.
Isabella: Now that we're back in business, we can focus on the Morningstar…
Zimos: Ooh you need to slow down baby…
Isabella: No time…
Zimos: Look, come to the palace of Zimos! Got something here to show ya…
Isabella: What for?
Zimos: I been helping you out right? Humor me…
Isabella: [sigh] Fine… On my way…
So she took off to Espina, visiting Zimos for whatever he has to show. When making it there, Zimos showed the Boss a portrait of himself, but in an art style of different colors.
Isabella: That is one ugly fucking painting…
Zimos: You fucking Philistine, what you know about art? That's the DeWinter Sisters original! Bought that back in the day when me and the twins were all, "live and let live!"
Isabella: Um, seeing we just let them taking over their business, I doubt that deal's gonna hold…
Zimos: Shit, remember the pony show? I been off their Christmas list a long time! [grab a beer] Anyway, I didn't call you over to talk about me, you killed Philipe Loren and showed the Morningstar that you… are here to stay! Time to relax and cut loose baby! [drink up]
Isabella: No we'll party once the work's done… I'll call when I make another move against the Morningstar… [snort and walks out]
Heading over to Loren Square, Isabella continues to make due diligence on everything that needs to be accomplished, including cheap apartments and hotels, motels and restaurants, clothing stores of all types, all of which are on the property that has the Morningstar written all over it. Yes she mentioned working Downtown by running them out but it was only in Sunset Park; Loren Square is still infiltrated by the Morningstar, along with combining it to Henry Steel Mills. If she is going to work her butt off to get them out then working hard is what she must do to have a chance of getting back her reputation and respect; reputation as in always remaining dominant and by dominating as in taking over the position of the highest order in order to claim by owning it.
Pierce helped the Boss out in so many ways that it was phenomenal at best. Helicopter Assaults, Genki Reality TV Shows, and much more. Plus, during her Genki shows, there were several times she would receive a cheer from the Genki Girls. The Boss made sure to write a note about coming back and seeing them again.
Outstanding performances from both the Boss and Pierce that the cities of the Morningstar district will be nothing but crawling with the Saints; the only building will be left standing is Powder and the Syndicate building. Isabella has created a great deal of Saints to roam in, however, she was willing to let some of the Morningstar in for reconciliation. To have a fresh start and not be as violent and bloodthirsty. Powder was still a gun store that is owned by the Morningstar still, but that's it. Either stay there or leave town, until the Boss has a purpose for leaving their post.
When driving to the Syndicate Tower, Isabella gotten out of her car to take a look around, before making a phone call to Pierce.
Isabella: Looks like we've locked up Downtown pretty solid…
Pierce: Yep…
Isabella: Would've thought you'd be happier about that…
Pierce: Huh? Oh shit, sorry! You've interrupted my studying…
Isabella: Studying? What the hell are you studying?
Pierce: Getting ready for Pub Trivia night!
Isabella: [groans] Oh for fuck's sake…
Pierce: We just toppled an international crime syndicate, haven't I earned some R&R?
Isabella: Sure you have, after the shit I've put you through and helping me out with the Morningstar… So, what's the category?
Pierce: Eighties sitcom! Shit, I got that trophy won!
Isabella: Just be ready when I call you…
The Boss hung up the phone, took another look at the bigger picture of owning three major cities: Henry Steel Mills, Loren Square, and Sunset Park; as she went back in her car and drove to her next location… Bridgeport. Yes, the Luchadores are a big problem to face, and yes, it ties back to her abusive father Killbane, but it needs to be done before dealing with the Deckers. She sucks it up, and started to meet up with Angel…
To Be Continued…