Depth Of A Twisted Mind

Live Your Best Life

Sapphire

Today is the day I pack up my stuff and leave for New York. It almost feels so surreal as I look around my old childhood room of 23 years. My dad has always been determined to keep me as "Daddy's little girl," but today, I'm going out into the world without my dad just a mile or two away. I'm heading to New York head first on my own! Surprisingly enough, he was so at ease about everything. My dad is probably up to something but he's so secretive I wouldn't have a clue about it.

"SAPPHIRE!"

"Snap out of it girl!"

I jumped just to see my best friend Robin staring straight at me. Robin has been friends with me since high school. My dad and hers worked together on a project some years back and we became inseparable. Robin had beautiful cocoa brown skin, tall slender figure and neatly, styled burgundy locs. Hell, even a girl like has gotten lost in her brown eyes.

I forgot that she was coming over to help me with my last bit of moving. She'll be coming to NY once she has finished 3 more months interning with the Defense lawyers at my dad's firm. What are the odds? Me...a psychologist earning her residency in New York and my bestie becoming one of the top Defense lawyers on the Eastern Coast....that's goals.

"Hey Sapphire, after we've filled up the truck with boxes, can we hit up a bar?"

"I don't know Robin, alcohol+me=tragic...you know I'm always extra awkward unless it's trivia night and a Shirley temple is calling my name!"

I already knew this back and forth battle with Robin wasn't going to go in my favor. She was the "life of the party" type girl, while boring old me just had a cup a soda in the corner. I hate being socially awkward but you know what they say about us "shrinks"...we help others with their issues even though we're the ones messed up in the brain for real.

After about 3 hours of chatting and packing up the last bit of boxes, we filled up the back of my Jeep. "Well that's everything, now let's go throw back some," said Robin as she did some random dance move only seen on one of those Episode stories.

Meanwhile...

Jack

"Listen carefully to the instructions I'm about to give you. I can't have you fuck this up. I know you're the man for the job...you're Wanted so being added to the population will look like a positive when it's actually a positive for Us."

That cocky bastard! Whomever, he has me protecting is in for a real treat...why would he pick my unstable ass for a mission almost impossible! But then again, I am the best...

When I decided to listen to his plan, I didn't think it would be me going back to that hell hole. On the outside, it just looks like an ordinary Maximum Security Prison, when in actuality, we are fighting crooked guards and doing favors for the Warden.

I'm really surprised that he's not locked up with us. I guess the good folks believer in second chances unless they're in on his scheme too...I just don't want anyone to get in my way. I work alone and sure as hell don't need any help. That's how you end up dead relying on people...putting in trust. Fuck trusting people! That's why I kill for money now...because I can never work a 9-5 job, have a good wholesome wife, kids and a Pickett fence. People dream about that lifestyle while my dreams haunt me of them.

"Now boarding flight to JFK at Gate 13"

Sapphire

Of course, "The Hideout" would be packed on a Thursday night since it's karaoke night. It's mid May and the weather just hit a heatwave. Women came out to impress with sundresses and mini-skirts; while the guys had the sharp haircuts and fresh outfits. It seems like Robin eyes lit up as she skimmed through the crowd.

"Let's sit at the bar and turn our seats to see the stage! I'm sure we're gonna get plenty of entertainment tonight," said Robin as she signaled the bartender her way.

I scoped the scene as well but my comfort level was nowhere near the same as Robin's. I was nervous as hell since I allowed her the opportunity of picking out my outfit. Normally, I would go for a simple pair of jeans, sandals w/o a hell and a wash&go. But tonight...oh boy tonight, she wanted everyone to have their eyes on me. I pressed out my hair into some soft curls, wore a pair of distressed, dark denim jeans with a short-sleeved crop top and black sandals with a heel. She even made me put on my contacts which is only on rare occasions. Oh, and I can't forget this sultry, deep matte red lipstick.

I felt a pair of hands grab my shoulder to spin me around in my seat. No one other than my ex-boyfriend Ché trying to get my attention. We were only together my last two years of college before he realized I wasn't going to have sex with him. Everyone knew he was cheating on me too...so did I, but I was so focused on my studies. I think I only dated him to feel like a normal girl and talk to guys.

What a douchè, if he thinks I'm going to give him the time of day! "Stay calm Sapphire and don't cause a scene," I thought to myself as I forced a smile. Robin was too busy flirting with the bartender that she didn't even notice me squeal in the seat.

"Well, well, well...how are you doing today sexy?" I didn't think I would run into you after these years...it's been what...3 years? Ché took a sip of his drink as he licked his lips.

I think I'm going to barf but I hold in my composure as finally words came out of my mouth.

"I'm well," was all I could say as I spun myself back around in my seat. By this time, Robin finally saw his face and she looked beyond disgusted. My thoughts exactly...thank God it's my last night in the city.

"Go away you turd! We didn't come here tonight to be bothered by the likes of you so please exit that way!" Robin pointed to the exit sign and I couldn't hold in my laughter much longer.

He just muffled "bitch" before walking away looking like a lost puppy. " Robin...hahahahaha...hahahaha..." I could barely get my words out in between my laughter. When she comes to NY with me, I already know we're about to be trouble.

"I don't know if he was trying to hurt my feelings but that was a fail! When I get to New York, bitch, it's over! You hear me!"

I can't help but feel anxious about being there all alone. Sure, it's just for a few months but still...sigh. Robin sounds so excited and here I am barely cracking a smile.

The rest of the night went pretty well with folks singing a few 90s throwbacks like TLC to rock groups like Queen. Overall, I enjoyed my night and even had one beer. Robin dropped me off home a little after 12 AM and all the lights were off except the hall light. I'm sure my dad left for his office as he's never home anymore. I know he's probably making plans on how he can keep track of me in New York.

I'm just curious on how far he will go to protect me in the Concrete Jungle...

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