the hood

Chapter 1: The Hood

Tesehki’s story begins in the heart of the hood, a place where dreams are crushed beneath the weight of reality, and every day is a battle for survival. She grew up on the harsh streets of Eastside, where violence was as common as the sunrise. From a young age, she learned that to survive, she had to fight. And fight she did.

Tesehki's mother, Marisol, worked three jobs but still struggled to put food on the table. Her father, a ghost from the past, left when Tesehki was just a baby. She had no choice but to fend for herself and her two younger brothers, Jayden and Malik. At twelve, Tesehki started participating in street fights to earn money. These weren't just ordinary fights; they were brutal, no-holds-barred brawls where the only rule was to win by any means necessary.

Tesehki became a legend in the underground fighting scene. Her reputation grew with each victory, her name whispered in hushed tones among the spectators who bet their money on her. She fought with a ferocity that seemed almost supernatural, a fire in her eyes that told everyone she had nothing to lose.

The scars on her body told stories of battles fought and won. Her street tattoos, done by amateur artists in dimly lit basements, were a testament to her journey. Each inked symbol carried a meaning, a memory etched into her skin forever. Despite the brutality, she found solace in these fights; they were her escape, her way to vent the anger and frustration that consumed her.

Chapter 2: The Night Hustle

When the street fights ended, Tesehki’s night was far from over. She turned to the streets again, but this time to sell her body. It was a dark, twisted way to make money, but she had no other choice. The nights were long and filled with danger, but Tesehki was a survivor. She knew how to navigate the shadows, how to spot trouble before it found her.

One night, a client tried to take more than what was agreed upon. He thought he could overpower her, but Tesehki was no victim. In a swift, violent confrontation, she ended his life. It was self-defense, but the guilt and fear haunted her. She buried the body and buried the memory deep within her, but the streets never forget, and neither did she.

Chapter 3: Behind Bars

Tesehki’s life was a cycle of violence and survival, and eventually, it caught up to her. She was arrested during a raid on one of the underground fight clubs. The charges were severe: assault, battery, and suspicion of murder. She was sentenced to ten years in prison.

Prison was a different kind of battlefield. The rules were different, but the fight was the same. Tesehki’s reputation followed her inside, and she quickly learned that in order to survive, she had to become the baddest of them all. She fought her way to the top, gaining the respect and fear of her fellow inmates.

While in prison, Tesehki had time to reflect on her life. She realized that she wanted more than just to survive; she wanted to live. She began taking classes, earning her GED, and learning skills that would help her once she got out. She wanted to be a better role model for her brothers and a better daughter for her dying mother, who was battling cancer back home.

When Tesehki was finally released, she returned to the hood, but with a new sense of purpose. She found a full-time job at Walmart during the day and cleaned at Sally’s Cleaning Supply store at night. It was exhausting, but it was honest work. She continued to fight in underground matches, but now it was different; it was on her terms, and the money went straight to her family

One night, as Tesehki was closing up Sally’s Cleaning Supply, she was ambushed by a group of men sent by the family of the man she had killed years ago. They wanted revenge, and they had been waiting for the right moment. Tesehki knew this fight would be her toughest yet. It was not just about survival; it was about protecting her family.

The fight was brutal. Blood, sweat, and tears mixed as Tesehki fought with everything she had. In the end, she emerged victorious, but at a great cost. She was severely injured, but she had protected her family and earned her freedom once more

Tesehki's life was a constant battle, but she never gave up. She fought for her family, for her dignity, and for her future. The streets had shaped her into a warrior, but it was her heart that made her a survivor. As she stood in the doorway of their small apartment, looking out at the rising sun, she knew that no matter what challenges lay ahead, she would face them head-on. She was Tesehki, and she was unstoppable.