Mason: A Black Widow MC Romance

by Jones, Olivia

  It had been a few days since my encounter with Caleb Taylor and it must have worked because the war with the Mexicans hadn't materialized. I felt pretty proud of myself. The town thought a woman couldn't get things done around here and I'd already prevented a major catastrophe. A image of the mayor awarding me a medal in front of the entire town invaded my mind. “It was no problem at all, Mr. Mayor,” I imagined myself saying.

  My old 95' Honda Accord heaved into the parking structure of my apartment complex, sputtering and letting out steam. She wouldn't be able to make it much longer. Luckily a Sheriff's salary could afford me a brand new car. What should I get? I always dreamed of getting a convertible but that was when I lived in a beach city. A SUV would be better suited for this landscape. Something that could survive the desert sand.

  I locked the car but knew it wasn't needed. Nobody was going to try and steal this old piece of shit. I entered my empty apartment and cursed to myself. I still needed to buy some furniture but I'd been so busy recently. Sharp meows echoed through the living room and Ariel was wrapped around my legs, purring and rubbing against me.

  Ariel was a red tabby cat that I rescued from a shelter a few years ago. I needed someone to keep me company—now more than ever since I left my friends and family back in LA. Ariel was very loving as long as I fed her at her normal times. If not, she'd hiss and try to bat me with her claws until she heard her dry food hitting the porcelain bowl.

  I stumbled over the cat until I reached the kitchen and set my purse down. I got really lucky with this apartment. It was pretty close to the police station with great square footage. I thought about buying a house since I was finally making good money but decided against it when I realized how much work it would take. Apartments were nice and easy, not a lot of cleaning or maintenance.

  I pulled out a bottle of red wine from the fridge that I opened from the night before. I didn't even bother with a glass and just drank straight from the bottle. So classy. A couple of officers invited me out to drinks tonight but I knew it was an empty invitation. They wanted to blow off steam and they can't do that in front of a superior.

  “Just you and me tonight, Ariel.” She whipped her tail back and forth as I opened up her bag of food and scooped some into her bowl. I took another swig of wine and watched her eat. My stomach rumbled and I forgot that I hadn't eaten anything all day. I opened the fridge back up and it was completely empty save for a carton of milk. What was I thinking when I went to the grocery store? I don't even drink milk.

  I grabbed my phone and searched for takeout Chinese. After waiting an hour, there was finally a knock at the door and the food was delivered. The aroma of cheap Asian cuisine filled the apartment. Ariel sat on the counter and watched me unload the little Chinese boxes from the plastic bag. “Don't judge me, cat. I can save the rest for leftovers.”

  My phone started to ring “Can't Buy Me Love” by The Beatles. I checked the caller ID and it was my mom. I wasn't sure I wanted to talk with her yet. My parents got divorced the day after I graduated high school, confirming the fact that they only stayed together for me. My dad barely gave me attention anymore after he got remarried.

  My mom on the other hand, focused on me like a hawk. At college she called me multiple times a day to talk about all sorts of boring stuff. At first, I loved all the attention but after awhile I couldn't handle the smothering. I hadn't talked to her since I moved here and her voicemails were getting angry. I stared at the ringing phone and pressed the talk button.

  “Emily where have you been? I've been calling you the past couple days and I was starting to get worried.”

  “Sorry Mom, I've been super busy at the station.” That part was true but I still could have called her when I got home.

  “Yeah I called the station to see if you were okay and the secretary said you were out on a call. So tell me all about it. How's being Sheriff?”

  I took a deep breath and put on my best excited voice. “It's been really great so far. Everyone's been really welcoming and the town is so beautiful. I could see myself staying here for very long time.”

  “Oh that's great, hunny. You know I'm so proud of you. I've been bragging to all my friends at brunch. My daughter's a big shot Sheriff now.”

  I imagined my mom at Sunday Brunch with all her friends wearing their ridiculous hats. She dragged me to it once and I vowed never to go back. Too much prissy behavior for me. “Mom, it really isn't that big of a deal. It's such a small town.”

  “Nonsense, Emily. You've done good for yourself. Now all you need is a man to take care of you.” Here we go. The conversation always turned to this eventually. “When I was talking with Janette at brunch, she told me about her son who's a lawyer. I'll send you the picture because he's beyond handsome.”

  I tuned out my mom and grunted every once and awhile to let her know I was still on the line. Why was she so obsessed with me dating? The last blind date she set me up with turned out to be just the assistant to the CEO and not the CEO himself. It's been years since her divorce and she hadn't been on one date. Why was I such a priority?

  “I think I've taken up enough of your time, darling. Please call me tomorrow.”

  “Will do, Mom. Goodnight.” I sighed and set down the phone. Ariel yawned and I agreed with her.

  I had talked with my mom for so long that the Chinese food had gotten cold. I put some chow mein on a plate along with spicy pork and popped it in the microwave. I crumpled up the coupons that came with the food and threw them across the room. Ariel wiggled her butt and bolted towards the front door, batting the paper ball across the carpet. That cat loved the most basic toys.

  The microwave dinged and I sat down on the carpet with my food in the middle of the living room. I had no couch, coffee table, or chairs yet. But I had a TV. An old Sony box that didn't work with the remote anymore so you would have to get up any time you wanted to change the channel or the volume.

  I flicked on the tube and scanned the limited amount of channels I got. My favorite show was on—Friends. I'd seen this episode a hundred times and it never failed to make me laugh. Joey was auditioning for a game show host and Ross and Chandler were playing the fake contestants. The game had the most ridiculous rules but by the end of the episode, they were addicted. Chandler screamed out, “This is the best game...ever!”

  Ariel lay next to my legs, purring and rubbing her face against my knee. I ate my spicy pork in my empty apartment, giggling at the TV. My mom was wrong, I didn't need a man to enjoy life. I had my dream job and everyone be damned for thinking a woman can't do it.

  Chapter Seven

  Caleb

  The Black Widows rarely ever made it to the east side of Sacks County. The Mexicans owned the land and would shoot dead any other MC that stepped foot on their side. We'd do the same to them. But as we rode on our Harleys down the alley, past the line of Mexicans on their bikes, I knew the ceasefire had worked.

  I had called The Death Merchants the day before notifying them that I was the new head of the Black Widow MC. I suggested a meet up with Garcia to see if we could come to some kind of an agreement. I knew that going into the lion's den meant a possible ambush but it was worth the risk.

  The Death Merchants set up the meeting for the next afternoon at a junkyard on their turf. The smart move would be negotiating on neutral ground but I wanted them to feel comfortable—like they held all the cards. The rest of the MC tried to get me to change my mind but I told them it was essential for moving forward. Tanner backed me up and here we are.

  I rode in front, leading the charge into the junkyard. Tanner was right behind me while Slade, Dylan, and a couple prospects held the rear. Old burnt-out cars were piled high on top of each other and the crusher in the back was destroying a car into little bits. We came to a blockade of Mexicans and motorcycles. One of them told us to leave the bikes and the guns. I nodded that it was all right and left my Glock at my Harley.

  A group of Mexicans frisked each one of us before letting us
through to an open area. We were completely surrounded by the enemy. Guns were trained on us from every angle. It wasn't going to be easy to get out of here alive.

  Garcia came through the crowd and approached me. He rubbed his tiny black mustache and his black eye patch was as scary as ever. “What happened to Mason? He get too much dick in his ass and can't walk anymore?” The Death Merchants all chuckled.

  I grasped Garcia's hand as hard as I could. “Mason is at home pounding your mama. He's retiring because her pussy is just too good to resist.” Silence befell the crowd. I stared Garcia in the eye as his upper lip twitched. A small smile formed on his face and I knew I had him.

  “You're a son of a bitch, you know that, Caleb.” He gripped my hand hard and let go. Everyone collectively relaxed. I knew how to deal with Garcia by watching Mason over the years. You needed to push back—but not too much.

  “Can we talk business now, Garcia? I know you saw the new Sheriff the other day and so did I.”

  Garcia nodded. “Never thought I'd see the day that a chica would become Sheriff of Sacks. We should tie her up and take turns.”

  I tried to ignore his statement. Who cares who the Sheriff was anyways? The cops couldn't touch us and at least she was easier on the eyes than Mendoza. But imagining Emily on her knees, my thick cock slipping past her lips. I wanted her to swallow every drop of my warm cum.

  “How are we going to squash this war, Garcia?”

  Garcia looked at the ground and kicked some dirt. “I'm not sure I know what you're talking about?”

  I looked around at the other Death Merchants. They could shoot me at any moment. I didn't have much time left. “Let's not play games here. We know your gunning for our territory. What can we do to stop this before too much blood is spilled?”

  Garcia scratched his mustache. “How about half your territory?”

  Tanner couldn't help but laugh behind me. I turned around and narrowed my eyes at him. He shut up instantly. Tanner knew better than to mouth off.

  “Now come on. You know that's not fair. Isn't there something else that you desire. Drugs or money?” I made sure to scan the other Mexicans, looking for any quick movements.

  “We want your territory, Caleb. It's that simple. Give us some and we'll be happy.” Garcia grinned like he was my friend. I smiled back knowing his grin wasn't going to last much longer.

  I knew that negotiating wasn't going to get us anywhere. The only way to negotiate with Mexicans was with blood. I scratched the back of my head and stepped aside, giving Big Mike a clear view of Garcia. A shot rang out from far away. Not even a second later, Garcia was on his knees, clutching his neck as blood rained out in spurts. Big Mike not only cooked great burgers,he was a good shot too.

  The Mexicans were confused but we still didn't have any weapons. I had to speak out before they realized that it was us that did it. “I have snipers crawling all over this place and if you even lift your gun, my guys will take you out.” The Mexicans looked around, trying to spot any of the shooters. I actually only had Big Mike out there but they didn't need to know that. “Everyone put your guns down and get on your knees with your hands behind your head.”

  Garcia fell over dead. His blood poured out and mixed with the dirt making a dark mud. The Mexicans did as they were told and dropped their guns. I closed my eyes and let out a sigh of relief. That situation could have gone a totally different way.

  I spoke to the unarmed Death Merchants. “Your leader is dead now. I'm sure your veins are boiling with rage. Revenge will be your only savior. But let me tell you this. If you come after us, only more Mexican blood will be spilled. I hope your next leader is smarter and decides to work with us rather than against.”

  I nodded to the other Black Widow members and we walked past the furious expressions. It was a miracle we made it out of there and back to our bikes. The Mexicans didn't dare move. “You think they're going to let this go?” Tanner asked, putting on his motorcycle helmet.

  “Not a chance in hell. But at least they'll be disorganized with their leadership gone. We better prepare because they're going to be hungry for blood.”

  We rode back to our side of Sacks County, congratulating each other on a huge success. Big Mike was the star of the show and we got him a few whores to share the night with. He deserved it. Being President was so scary but I had the experience to turn the ship in the right direction. If I ever needed guidance, Mason would be there to help me. I was going to need a lot of it soon enough when the Death Merchants came looking for vengeance. I hoped I made the right decision.

  Chapter Eight

  Emily

  My phone buzzed on the floor next to the sleeping bag, the Beatles song blaring into the silent night. It was four in the morning and I was still wide awake. A new place and sleeping on the floor equaled a terrible night's rest.

  I pulled my arms out of the sleeping bag and grabbed the phone. It was the police station. Must be an emergency for them to be calling at this hour.

  “This is Sheriff White,” I answered.

  “Uh...Sheriff White...it's Officer Moore...” His nervousness bled through the phone.

  “Take a deep breath and tell me what happened.”

  I listened as Moore inhaled sharply. “We have a body here at the junkyard on the east side of town.”

  “Okay Officer Moore, can you give me directions?”

  I ran to the kitchen to find a spare pen and blank piece of paper. Moore rattled off the cross streets. “Be there in twenty,” I told him, ending the call.

  I rushed to the pile of dirty clothes in the corner of the bedroom and began putting them back on. I had no time to sort through moving boxes to find a fresh outfit. I brushed my hair and grabbed my purse on the way out. Ariel meowed at me as I closed the door. “Be back soon, kitty cat.”

  I arrived at the junkyard and an officer lifted the caution tape as I ducked through. The sun was just barely creeping up and the birds were already singing. I found Officer Moore pacing back and forth around the body. Before I could get there, Officer Johnson surprised me. What the fuck was he doing here?

  “Can I talk to you for a moment, Sheriff?” His demeanor had changed, his shoulders slouched and head down.

  I walked off to the side with him, still fascinated by Officer Moore's pacing. “Are you ready to come back, Johnson?”

  He nodded. “I wanted to apologize for the way I acted the other day. I was totally out of line. It's just that Sheriff Mendoza was a mentor to me and to have somebody else filling his shoes...”

  I put my hand up for him to stop. “It's fine, Johnson. You can get your badge and gun when we get back to the station. For now, help us out with this body.”

  We walked over to Moore who stopped pacing and cleaned his glasses. “Were the directions okay, Sheriff?”

  “What do we have here?” I asked him.

  Moore put his glasses back on and bent down over the body. “Older male in his early fifty's. One single shot to the neck.”

  I recognized him immediately. It was Garcia who I only met a few days ago. Now here he was, dried blood caked all over him and two gold coins over his eyes. What happened here? I stepped away from the body and walked around the crime scene. Some boot prints were stuck in the blood but I knew that would only be a needle in a haystack. A large caliber bullet was found near the head of Garcia. Looked to be from a sniper rifle. I positioned myself where Garcia was most likely to be standing when he was shot. I peered straight ahead and up. An office building about two hundred yards away had the perfect vantage point.

  “I want a team on the roof of that office building over there,” I announced. Nobody moved for a moment until Johnson pointed to two officers and they left the junkyard.

  I went back to the dead body, running through all the possible scenarios in my head. It had to of been the Black Widow MC. A single sniper shot during a meeting but how did they get away without more dead bodies?

  I pointed to the stack of cars. “There might
be more dead bodies here. Make sure to check out all the cars before we leave. Also get a statement from the owner of the junkyard.

  Johnson nodded and threw out some orders to a guy standing by the caution tape. Maybe he was going to be more helpful than I thought.

  “What are the gold coins for?” I asked, pointing Garcia's one eye. “Does the Black Widow MC do this to their enemies?”

  Moore looked dumbfounded. Johnson spoke up, “The Death Merchants do it to fallen brothers.”

  “But what reason did they have to kill their leader?”

  Johnson shook his head. “They didn't kill him. Somebody else did and the Mexicans left the body for us with the gold coins in his eyes.”

  I still had a lot to learn about the gangs in this town. “So instead of taking the body and burying it themselves, they wanted us to find the killer?”