"We're going to the Worcester races. Kimber thinks we're going there to help him fight the Lee brothers," Thomas began, "However, the Lees are our Kin. Thanks to the efforts of John and his beautiful wife Esme."
Everyone cheered and congratulated the newly weds, before turning their attention back to Tommy. "Any other questions?" He asked.
"Yes." I stood, walking towards the door. "Does anyone object if I bring a newcomer to the meeting?" The Blinders watched in amusement as I opened the door, revealing Ada and baby Karl.
"Welcome home Ada." Thomas smiled. "He looks just like me!" Arthur laughed, grabbing baby Karl and holding him up in the air.
"Do you forgive me?" Thomas asked his sister, "if what Lilah says is true- then yes." The two exchanged a hug, before joining in the celebration.
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"The kimber boys are heading this way." Jermiah told The family, "FUCK!" Thomas roared.
"Tommy, you told us you kept this a secret. Who else did you tell?" Polly asked sternly, as Tommy froze in realisation. "There's only one thing could blind a man as smart as you Tommy. Love."
The barmaid, Grace. "I'll deal with her." I told my family as Isiah looked at me concerned. "I'll be fine, I promise." I reassured him.
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"Going for good?" I asked, walking into the Garrison. "I heard there was trouble." Grace replied innocently. "Instincts a funny thing." I scoffed.
"We know who you are, Tommy knows aswell." The woman held a gun up to my face, "please step out of my way." She trembled.
"You fell In love with him didn't you?" Unthreatened, I stepped closer. "I'm not afraid of you. I feel sorry for you, thinkin' you could come in here and stitch us all up. We've had some coppers narks in here before, but have you? -You're the Queen of them all." I spat hitting the gun out of the woman's hand.
"I'd fight you with my fists and show you how a rich girl fights- I'm from a tough family too." Grace retorted. "You know what Grace? I've had enough of your bullshit, let's have a drink."
The woman did as I said, walking behind the bar and grabbing two glasses of whiskey. I lit a cigarette, "I pity you for falling for Tommy."
Grace looked at me sadly, "I think he'll try to kill me." She said. "He's too soft, like you. That's why we're drinking not fighting." I assured.
Having had enough, I scooted back on my chair making sure it screeched loudly against the floorboards. "Listen Grace, you may have Tommys acceptance- but you will never have mine or the rest of my family's. Especially my Aunt Polly's, She tells me that if you're not gone from the city by tomorrow she's going to kill you- herself." I threatened, walking out of the pub and slamming the doors behind me.
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Danny Whizz-Bang lay dead on the table infront of us. "May we all die twice," Tommy lifted his bottle into the air. I touched Isiah's hand, which instantly latched onto mine. "To Danny Whizz-Bang." The men repeated.
"The day is ours! let's celebrate." Tommy spoke, leaving the room. I slowly looked up at Isiah, who had a large smirk plastered onto his lips.
"To the Shelby Company Limited!" I watched as my family partied. Esme and John were drunk, making out at the bar. Ada and Freddie were passing around baby Karl.
"When will it be my turn?" I sighed, not realising I had said it aloud until my Aunt came and wrapped an arm around my shoulder. "One day Lilah, one day." She reassured, giving me a small smile.
"Thanks Pol- Whilst the boys are pissed I'm gonna head over to Isiah's." I told the older woman quietly. "Of course dear, do what you want." She winked at me.
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