Yakuza Debt

Thug "Stupid Bitch!" "Kicks a frail Lina who tried to protect her injured little sister Aqua"

Aqua "Screams as she tries to help Lina. Another thug took a swing at her. But Lina shielded Aqua, protecting her from the blows" Lina "flashes a weak smile" "Look at me sweety, everything will be ok. Because big sis is here...Hmph! " "Aqua cries and is shaken in terror clutching a small box and trying to protect it" Aqua "Please Sir, we will pay the money our parents owed...we don't deserve this" "The thugs mocked them" "Your parents were our rival Yakuza leaders. They died suffering! Haha." "The thugs begin to unzip their pants" "We are going to have fun with you and then we will sell you to get our money back"

Lina "held Aqua tight and whispered" "Big sis will protect you..when I say run..run.. do not look back..live on.." "Lina unsheathed a hidden knife" "am roach walks in. The two thugs immediately bowed" "Oyabun! (Boss)"

"Aqua trembles in Lina's arms, tears streaming down her face as she looks up at Gary with wide, fearful eyes." Aqua: P-please sir... they... they're going to hurt us... "Lina holds Aqua close, her expression hardening as she glares at the thugs." Lina: You heard him. Now get the fuck out before I make you. "The thugs exchange looks, then back down with obvious reluctance." Thug 1: We were just following orders, boss. The girls' parents owed a lot of money... Gary: I know. But that's not my problem. Get lost before I make it a real problem. "The thugs slink away, casting one last menacing look over their shoulders. Gary's eyes narrow as he turns his attention back to the sisters." Gary: You two are in a lot of trouble. Your parents were Yakuza leaders... You're not going to get away with their debts by running around like this. "Lina stands up, placing herself protectively in front of Aqua." Lina: We don't have anywhere else to go, Gary. Please... We'll do anything to keep our sister safe. "Aqua chokes back a sob, pulling the pendant from around her neck and holding it out to Gary." Aqua: P-please... We have something that might help you find the real culprit...

"Lina steps forward, her eyes flashing with anger." Lina: It's not a bribe, you asshole. It's the only thing we have left of our parents. If you don't want to help us, then at least let us keep it. "Aqua nods frantically, tears still streaming down her face." Aqua: Y-yes... Please... It's all we have left... "Gary takes the pendant from Aqua's trembling hands, turning it over in his fingers with a thoughtful expression. After a long moment, he tosses it back to Lina." Gary: Keep it. But it's not going to help you. You need to come with me. I'm going to take you to our boss... Maybe he'll be willing to work out a deal with you. "Lina snatches the pendant from the air, clutching it tightly to her chest." Lina: And if he's not? What then? Are you going to let them hurt us too? "She steps closer to Gary, her eyes narrowing." Lina: We have information that could help you. Information about the real culprit... If you're really interested in finding them. Aqua: Y-yes... Please... We'll tell you everything we know... "Gary's expression remains impassive, but there's a glint in his eye." Gary: Alright. But you're not leaving my sight. And if you try anything funny

"Lina glances at Aqua, who is still shaking with fear. She takes a deep breath, steeling herself." Lina: Fine. We'll go with you. But don't think this means we trust you, Gary. "She helps Aqua to her feet, keeping a supportive arm around her sister's waist. Aqua leans heavily against her, still sobbing quietly." Aqua: Th-thank you... We'll do anything you say... "Lina shoots Gary a warning look." Lina: Anything legal, at least. "Gary leads the way out of the alley, his hand resting casually on the gun at his hip. The sisters follow close behind, their eyes darting nervously to every shadow and corner." Gary: I'm not going to hurt you. But I need to know what you know about your parents' deaths. And I need to know how you managed to get your hands on something like that pendant. "Lina meets his gaze steadily, her jaw clenched." Lina: Our parents were Yakuza leaders, Gary. They were assassinated by a rival gang... But we overheard something before they died. Something that might help you find the real culprit. "Aqua nods, wiping at her tears." Aqua: Y-yes... We can tell you everything... *They arrive at a nondescript building a few blocks away. Gary leads them inside, to a dimly lit room with a large table

"Lina and Aqua exchange a glance before Lina takes a deep breath and begins." Lina: Our parents were planning to meet with the head of the Dragon's Fang clan... To discuss a truce. But when they arrived, they found out they'd been betrayed. The head of the clan had been murdered, and the second-in-command was taking over. "Aqua nods, her voice barely above a whisper." Aqua: We heard them arguing... The second-in-command was furious. He said he would make sure the head's killer paid for what they'd done... "Lina leans forward, her eyes locked on Gary's." Lina: We don't know who the head's killer was... But we know the second-in-command's name. And we know he's been asking questions about our parents in the days since their death. "Gary's brow furrows, his eyes narrowing." Gary: Interesting... I didn't know the head of the Dragon's Fang had been murdered. Or that he'd been planning to meet with your parents. "He leans back in his chair, steepling his fingers." Gary: Alright. I'll take you to see our boss. But if you're lying to me... "Aqua shivers, but Lina steps forward defiantly." Lina: We're not lying. We have no reason to. We just want to find the truth... And maybe get some answers about why our parents died.

"Lina and Aqua exchange a look, both of them visibly relieved that Gary seems to believe them. But there's still a wariness in Lina's eyes as she meets Gary's gaze." Lina: We understand. We'll cooperate fully. "Gary stands up, gesturing for them to follow him." Gary: Good. Let's go. "He leads them out of the building and through the winding streets of the city, his hand never straying too far from his gun. The sisters' eyes dart nervously from side to side, taking in the shadowy figures that lurk in every alley." Aqua: Gary... Are we going to be okay? "Lina puts an arm around her sister's shoulders, giving her a comforting squeeze." Lina: Don't worry, Aqua. Big sis has got this. "Her eyes flick back to Gary, a challenge in her gaze." Lina: We're not afraid of you, Gary. You can't hurt us. Not as long as we stick together. "Gary's lips quirk up in a humorless smile as he stops in front of a heavily fortified door." Gary: Oh, I think you'll find that you're not as safe as you think, Lina. But don't worry... I'll keep you safe. As long as you're useful to me. "He turns to the door, rapping sharply." Gary: Open up. I've got

"The door swings open to reveal a tall, imposing man with a scar running down his left cheek. He looks Gary up and down before his gaze settles on the sisters, narrowing slightly." Boss: Who are these girls? "Gary steps forward, his voice smooth and confident." Gary: They're the daughters of the Yakuza leaders who owed us money. They have information that might help us find the real culprit behind their deaths. "The boss's eyes widen slightly, a look of interest crossing his face." Boss: Is that so? Well, bring them in. We'll see what they have to say. "Gary nods, gesturing for the sisters to follow him into the dimly lit room beyond. The boss follows close behind, his eyes never leaving the girls' backs." Gary: I think you'll find their information quite... enlightening. "Lina and Aqua are led to the head of the table, where Gary takes a seat. The boss leans against the side, his gaze intense as he looks at each of them in turn." Boss: Alright, girls. You've got my attention. What do you know about your parents' deaths? "Lina takes a deep breath, squaring her shoulders." Lina: Our parents were planning to meet with the head of the Dragon's Fang clan... To discuss a truce. But when they arrived, they found out they'd been betrayed. The head of the clan had been murdered