Spider's Bite
Please see the disclaimer on the Synopsis page.
Kai Mow's second left the funeral. He tried to persuade his brethren to remain could be dangerous, but Kai Mow was insistent on staying and seeing the young Shaolin buried. The young Shaolin had been a formidable opponent and did deserve some respect.
Shen Kuanrui headed back to the Order's true home, a large mansion in the richest part of the city. The house had been "donated" by one of their "taste test" members for their new product. It had taken only three months for the man to become so entangled in their web that the only thing he could do was submit. The man sold his fortune and at the last, gave his house just so he could have another taste. It was a perfect setup. The man did remain in the house, tasting the Black Widow's products, but it would not be long until they would have to have another "taste tester."
Shen Kuanrui walked in to find everything was in place. "Are the crates ready for delivery?" he asked one of his brethren.
"Yes, Master Shen."
"Begin loading the trucks and take them to the appropriate drop off points. As soon as you have done that, come back here. The Order will be moving again."
"Does Master Kai know of this?"
"Are you questioning our leader's orders?" Shen Kuanrui growled at the younger man.
"No Master."
"Then continue with your work. There is not much time and Kai Mow will expect us to be moved as quickly as possible. Do not forget the Mother. She is crucial to our survival."
"Where will we be going Master?"
"You will get the location when Kai Mow returns and when the job is finished."
***
Kermit pulled up to the gate of a mansion on Sycamore Street. Lights could be seen in the house in the distance.
"Looks like Blake's little bug has come home to roost," Kermit stated. "Let's check it out."
Kermit pulled his car along side the wall to hide it from view. He then waited until his older passenger exited. They both walked around the property to see if they could find another way in other than the main gate. The older of the two men spotted a small side gate. Though they discovered that the gate was locked that did not deter them long. They were soon inside and heading to the main house.
"We're inside," Kermit spoke into the small radio.
"You be careful." Blake stated on the other end. "I've got several cars standing by if you get into trouble. Copy?"
"I copy you." Kermit answer. "Come on Matthew."
Matthew did not say a word, but continued to follow Kermit's lead.
As they drew closer they could hear the roar of engines. Headlights could be seen and they quickly ducked behind some bushes to keep from being spotted. Matthew and Kermit both watched as the first of the trucks headed down the drive and out the front gate.
"Something's going down. A truck just left. It's got a large red hour glass shape painted on the side. Have one of the plain cars follow it and see where it goes."
At that moment, another truck rolled into view.
"There is another truck," Matthew stated.
"We've got another one. You copy Blake?" Kermit spoke into his remote headpiece.
"Yes. Let me know how many trucks there are. I'll radio in and let everyone know to be on the look out for those trucks."
Kermit and Matthew continued to watch as each truck emerged.
"There must be an underground garage."
Finally, everything went silent as the last truck emerged and left the property.
"That's eight trucks."
"We've got them. They all seem to be heading to different parts of town."
"Keep on them," Kermit stated. "I want to know what's in those trucks. If I can hazard to guess, they may be the Order's latest drug shipment."
"If it is, this will be the biggest drug bust in the precinct's history."
"Call in Lasher. We may need his help on this one. Give him all the details as soon as those bugs come to rest have everyone radio in their locations. Matthew and I will stay here and wait. We've got bigger spider's to catch."
"Kai Mow?" Matthew confirmed.
"Oh yeah. And this time, he's not getting away."
Continues with Part 35
Alisa Joaquin Copyright@2002.
This story cannot be reprinted or sold in any other form without strict permission from
the author. It is being distributed here solely for your enjoyment.
Synopsis / Previous Part / Next Part
Back to Temple Tales / Contact
Alisa