Wounded Souls (Closed)

[Asa]

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Two wounded souls
Two worlds transformed
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His world was simple he was the visual epitome of the bad boy. Muscle cars motorcycles tats and a record... owned a repair shop and lived either in the apartment above or the bar next door... In a word... Trouble. Or so everyone always assumed. Maybe he was never letting one night stand be any more than that... A one night stand. It wasn't for not wanting someone in his life to be loyal to and love with all he was or ever would be but none of them was him... None of them ever hit that place in his heart because most didn't think he had one.
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She was tired of her "world" that place where she was always expected to take care of everything exactly how the petty and fickle bastards and snobs around her expected. A world where love was little more than a convenient space of time not the caring lasting soul kissed warm embrace of loyalty and truth. Maybe that's why she found herself in this bar... Staring at a ring that no longer meant anything beyond the petty dollar sign that bought it and ended it.

He found that one person who struck that place in his heart and now could she give him a chance? She couldn't fathom someone true genuine passionate and determined to love her but could she let someone else in? Could they blend their very different worlds together or create one all their own?

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She stared at the ring as it laid on the bar before her. She just wanted to forget. He had barely noticed the divorce being too busy running off to who knows where for who knows what.

The bartender walked over and took the other glass and placed a new drink in front of her and walked away. Almost a little more protective of her since she was an outsider from the regular crew.

 

[yaturtle]

Jack let the scalding water of the shower roll off him as scrubbed away the grime of
the day and his mind drifted away in a dream. In his shop two floors below the olds 442 convertible was almost ready for paint. He was looking forward to cruising the beaches in it when it was done. Until then it was onward in the usual Tuesday routine. Once done cleaning himself up he would double check the boys had locked up all the cars and set the alarm and locked up before heading off to his second business.

The seaside was a low one story bar who's greatest asset was the view boat club docks
and the sunsets bouncing off the water. At the age of forty he now owned both the body shop and the bar as a result of his old partner dying in prison while doing a long stretch for possession and intent to distribute. It was only a simple twist of fate that their fortunes weren't reversed. After his partner's arrest he stared wide and clear of any criminal activity and focused on making money the old fashioned way. The cash winfall from his death gave him a head start and he never looked back.

As he entered the bar and took his usual stool it was impossible not to notice the stunning beauty seated to his left. She had raven black hair cascaded over sleek shoulders all the way down to her waist line. Jack watched as she fiddled with her ring
on the bar and stared out the window lost in her own thoughts. He stole a glimpse in the mirror behind the bar and saw deep sea green eyes over a tiny nose, senouse lips and a flawless complexion. Looking at Mike, his bartender and manager, Jack gave an almost imperceptible two finger tap on the bar telling him to replace her drink and pour his usual as well. Mike slid the clipboard with the inventory sheets in front him with a nod then placed a new tequila in front of her. That is compliments of mister jack reynolds.

 

[Asa]

Who?

She looked at the tequila then back to the bartender. She was less than interested in dealing with any male right now except for the bartender but shrugged seeing him nod that it was okay.

Tell him thanks I guess whoever it is.

She shrugged and downed the tequila.

 

[yaturtle]

Jack smiled inwardly at her casual dismissal while he continued signing off
on this week's replenishments for the bar. After sliding the paperwork back to
Mike, he turned to her and extended his hand. "Good afternoon pretty lady, I am Mr
whoever . But everyone around here knows me as Jack. And who would you be?"

 

[Asa]

She looked over with a nod shaking his hand

Leena. Thanks for the drink.

 

[yaturtle]

Very nice to meet you Leena. He let his gaze fall to the ring on the bar just long enough
to let her know he was aware of it before looking back into her eyes. Jack was well aware women were facinated with his blue eyes and did not hesitate to stare back into hers." So what brings such an elegent lady into my bar this afternoon.?"

 

[Asa]

Mike lingered close by. He knew his boss and he knew rep and the clear signs that this woman was on the run from something tied to that rock of a wedding ring. Leena shrugged and started at the ring.

That is a long worthless story.

 

[yaturtle]

Jack followed her eyes and couldn't help wonder if this one was carrying to much baggage. He tapped the bar once again and two more drinks appeared." I don't wan't to
pry . I'm just glad you popped in to enjoy a wonderful sunset and have a few drinks with us. He looked out over the water before raising his glass to hers with a click. Mike just shook his head and went to serve the end of the bar.He wondered if the tequilla would knock her of the bar stool or if she might spill her guts and tell him what was going on.
Niether idea appealed to him and he considered bailing out. But the thought of kissing her and feeling her melt into his body left him rivited to the chair trying to make small talk.

 

[Asa]

Thanks for the drinks.

Mike knew the look from other places that ring symbolized everything this woman was running from. The news came on her ex-husband's name mentioned and the bizarre exit of the female face of his empire. That had her on her feet and far from the tv but not out the door to her car instead to a balcony still holding the ring wanting to throw it wanting to scream.

 

[yaturtle]

Mike rolled his eyes." I suppose it's already too late to say ``don't get involved?" Jack just grinned" change the channel away from any news for the rest of the night" then walked slowly out onto the deck closing the sliding* door behind him ."Well Leena ,it appears you have a dilemma on your hands.I know a little bit about your husband . You might say we have... a bit of history. Despite his outward appearance he will have people looking for you already. " She still had her back to him . The ocean breeze had picked up whipping her long around her face." I wouldn't mind helping you vanish until you decide what you want to do. It might even be fun to let him squirm for a bit until you decide to be found. We would have to move quickly though. They will be looking for your car and possibly tracking your phone"Jack then leaned on the railing and waited.

 

[Asa]

He was too busy to even care about the divorce. His lawyers handled everything. As for how he can be you have no idea.

With that she three the ring as far as she could.

I am sure he would be too busy with one of his assistants or secretary to care but who knows with him. He is probably just as surprised as the company when they all got there to find my office suite empty and every poster with my image on it shredded.

 

[yaturtle]

Jack watched as she threw the ring.thinking this was one really pissed of babe.His eyes followed her long hair down to a truly spectacular backside and tanned legs. He quickly snapped back to reality. " The man I once knew had an ego a mile wide and a cruel streak to match. I can't imagine him not wanting to extract some kind of revenge for your actions, especially getting egg on his face in the news. If you're not concerned, so be it. At the end of that dock you're looking at is a 38 ft viking. essentially a small luxury apartment on the water. I was thinking of ordering some food and settling in for a drink. My offer still stands if you would like to join me.

 

[Asa]

She looked over.

I know how cruel he can be. He didn't want kids because he didn't want the face of the women's side of the company getting fat. So he made sure I couldn't have kids.

She sighed.

Yeah. I will need a place to keep my car.

 

[yaturtle]

Jack just nodded and extended his hand for her keys.
The key code for the gate on the boat dock is 4321.
The cabin will be unlocked. Make yourself at home. I am going to stash your car and disable the gps. Power your cell phone all the way off. If he is looking as I suspect we won't make it easy. I will be there in less than hour.

 

[Asa]

No GPS in my car. It's the Night black 71 Hemi Cuda convertible in the parking lot by the lone little rose bush.

She smiled wondering if he would flip seeing a pristine all original 71 cuda.

 

[yaturtle]

Jack realized he couldn't hide the gleam in his eyes when she told him about her ride.. With a grin he said " now I wish my shop was further away. Lead the way. I can't wait to see it." as they were leaving he asked if Chinese for dinner was OK .

 

[Asa]

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She led the way to her car. And smiled. One of the few things from the marriage that was hers free and clear.

There she is.

 

[yaturtle]

jack walked around the car slowly with a whistle. He eyed the paint and the allignment of all the panels. "Someone has taken very good care of this. He quickly pulled out his phone and starting snapping pictures before asking if she would pose with the car. How long have you had it?

 

[Asa]

A wedding present from his dad before he died. Mine free and clear Lawyer said they can't touch it and his lawyer agreed.

She leaned back against the side of the car with a smile watching him.

 

[yaturtle]

Leena was obviously not camera shy.She was every bit as hot as the car and she knew it. Jack straightened up and put the phone away. " I would love to photograph you all day,but we are already starting to gain attention. Head for the boat and I will take care of your baby. He smiled at the throaty rumble of the motor as he backed out while she watched him.
He buried the car in the back of the shop and carefully covered it with a new tarp. by the time he was done he heard the doorbell ring and paid the delivery driver and walked across the lot to the dock gate. When he entered the cabin his heart almost stopped at the sight of bent over while she looked for something in the refrigerator.

 

[Asa]

She turned around hearing him enter.

Maybe tomorrow we should get one of my bags out of the trunk so I at least have a change of clothes.

She laughed a little holding a bottle of water biting her lip.

 

[yaturtle]

We can do that. But first let's let's get you fed then I can show you what you need to know about the boat if your not all that familiar with boats. I also have some sweat shirts and robe your welcome to .he opened the bags and began filling the table. Would you get me a beer from the fridge while you're there.

 

[Asa]

Turning again she grabbed him a beer.

Yeah never really had any personal experience outside of a party of some business associate of Callis that was held on their boat.

 

[yaturtle]

Jack took a sip from his beer and dipped a chicken finger . Well it's like a camper in a lot of ways. There is 30 amp service from the dock while your here. everything has it's own breaker on that wall panel by the stairs. The individual light switches are next to the doorways like a home. There is full bath and shower .There should be plenty of towels and soaps and such, the cleaners were here just yesterday.The master birth is in the bow . I think you will find it very comfortable. There is a mini-bar to the left of the fridge if you want anything to drink.

 

[Asa]

Thanks, I think I will.

With that, she walked over and found some bourbon, and grabbed a glass.

So how do you know my ex-husband?

Turning she asked leaning against the bar.