Getting Close To The Gangleader

Chapter 2

"So...the guy who's name is Zander approached you and you said we were together."

"Pretty much."

"Why would you do that! I know you don't want a relationship but at least you could've hooked up with him or something because you are in serious need of some dick."

"Shut up you asswipe! What if he asks for some proof or something that we're together. I didn't make it too believable that we were."

"Then we kiss. We're like best friends so it won't mean anything."

"Okay. I would love to stay and talk some more but I have to look at stuff and check up on Gabriel."

        He nods and I get up from his bed and exit his room. I walk along the hallway until I reach the near end and knock on the door. I hear a low 'come in' so I push the door open and walk in to see Gabriel sitting at his small desk. Yes, he has a small desk which he uses to do his homework or draw. Gabriel can draw so well, it's a talent he has.

"What are you doing?"

"I'm working on a drawing. Wanna see?"

I nod and walk over to his desk. I see a drawing of a family picture of us. He has a picture next to the drawing and I look back in forth from the picture to the drawing to see he drew every small detail. I smile at him and flip through the pages of his sketch book to see drawings of my parents, of us two and others of our family. Then I see other drawings and gasp when I see them.

"Gabriel these are so beautiful. You have a special talent and I know that one day you're going to get somewhere and out of this life."

"Thank you. You know I miss them. I don't really remember them much but from what I remember we were a really happy family. Why did you change Ana?"

"Well, things happened Gabe and I...I just wasn't the same. The loss of our parents really affected me and I didn't really have time to mourn them. I had to take care of you and take care of the gang. I just had to deal with it and keep it all bottled up. Eventually, I became the person I am today, cold and distant. But that got me where I am today, being the most powerful gang leader. Of course, I'm more caring with you and Aaron because I love the both of you and I care for you both but it's different with the rest of the world. I miss them too Gabriel, I just hope they're proud of me."

"I know they are."

"Why do you say so?"

"Because despite all the pain you've been through you dealt with it and are strong and independent. You're the best sister I could ask for, thank you for being here for me and making time for me. I know the gang can get in the way and take up most of your time but you make an effort to spend time with me and give me everything."

      I throw my arms around him and pull him to me. He buries his face in my neck and I hear his small body shaking. I let a few of my own tears fall as I run my hands through his hair in comfort. I wipe my tears when he pulls away and I wipe his own with my fingers.

"I love you Ana."

"I love you too Gabriel."
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The Next Day

         I wake up and look next to me to see Gabriel cuddled up into my side. I smile and slowly get out of the bed, I grab my phone and see it's 7:00. Woah, I better hurry downstairs and make breakfast. I go downstairs and go into the kitchen to see Aaron in there.

"Good morning, what are you doing?"

"I'm making breakfast you idiot. Go get ready, I'll make breakfast and drive with you to drop off Gabe."

"Thank you."

"No problem."

       I hug him from behind before going upstairs and taking a shower. I change into a white top with a cardigan, high waisted jeans and white sneakers.

        I tie my hair into a ponytail and go check on Gabriel. I don't see him in his room so I grab his book bag and head downstairs and into the dining room to see him sat there next to Aaron. I walk in and serve myself some food. I sit next to Gabriel and start eating while having conversation with them.

When we're all done I pick up our plates and put them in the dishwasher. Gabriel gets his book bag and we all exit the house. We get into my car and drive to Gabriel's school. When we get there Zander is already there but his sister is nowhere in sight. Aaron and I accompany Gabriel to the entrance and we shoo him inside. We turn around only to be met with Zander. Shit.

"Hey, I was talking to your girlfriend yesterday and I'm just curious. How long have you two been dating?"

"We've been dating for a year now." Aaron answers. I choose to stay shut since I'll probably fuck it up.

"And where did you guys meet if you don't mind me asking?"

"We met at a club. I saw her dancing and was attracted to her. I asked her out and well now we're here. Are those all the questions you have?"

"I just have one more...for her." Fuck. Fuck. Fuck. Why did he have to ask me?!

"Alright what's your question?"

"When's your anniversary?"

"It's on..."

I look to Aaron for help but Zander keeps his eyes trained on me.

"It's on March 12."

"Okay. I hope you guys last and have a wonderful relationship. Bye."

He gets on his motorcycle and drives off. As he drives off the wind lifts his shirt a bit and I notice he has a few tattoos under his shirt. I turn to look at Aaron as we start walking back to the car again.

"Did I do good?"

"I mean you had to think long about our "anniversary" so I don't think he believes it." He says putting quotations when he says anniversary.

"Ugh, why am I like this around him? I'm a gang leader for fucks sake. I'm an expert when it comes to this type of thing so why am I acting like this?"

"Maybe you're developing feelings for the kid."

"Yeah, okay."

I admit to feeling something for Zander, I mean come on he's attractive, but I'm not going to tell Aaron that. I'm going to avoid him and just try to get over this small crush I have on him. I'm a gang leader and I don't have time for love. It just won't work out and I'm not interested, I'm better off on my own.