Chapter 9:
(Car Talk)

As Ryan went inside to grab his stuff, Rock shifted into the driver's seat and Revy moved into the now vacant seat next to him. Leaning back and placing her feet on the dash, she decided to smoke to pass the time. Offering a cigarette to Rock, she suddenly groaned in annoyance.

"I don't trust him Rock."
 
Lighting his cigarette, he turned to her and chuckled.

"Do you ever trust anyone?"

"That's not what I meant. This guy reminds me of that asshole Chaka."

Frowning at the mention of Chaka, Rock took a drag of his cigarette and allowed Revy to continue with her rant.

"Think about it. This dipshit carries two full-auto 10mm pistols AND two full-auto Glocks. He simply screams 'wannabe' with that stupid fucking loadout."

Realizing the irony that came with his partner's criticism of someone using pistols À la John Woo, Rock almost choked on what remained of his cigarette before trying to convince Revy not to shoot their new co-worker.

"The guy dealt with those mercenaries much better than you did last time Revy."

"So what?" She scoffed "Even if he DOES have skill, he's still a thrillseeker."

Still not getting her point, Rock subconsciously shifted his weight towards Revy.

"What do you mean Revy? Aren't we all looking for the next rush? Be it from a gunfight, whores, or even gambling?"

"This guy is different. People like him, they only have allegiance to their next paycheck. In fact, I'm willing to bet that he only saved you to get into the good graces of the crew."

"Are you saying that he is going to betray us Revy?" 

"No. I'm simply saying that he has some sort of ulterior motive for all this. He isn't doing any of this out of the goodness of his heart."

"Revy, you're just nervous. Give him a couple days and I'm sure that you two will get along just fine."

 Sighing in annoyance, Revy flicked the cigarette out the window.

"You're too trusting of people partner."

Realizing that Ryan was now walking towards the car, Rock started the car and turned to Revy once more.

"That's what you always say Revy."

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