Post by Steve Sinclair on Apr 21, 2015 14:04:30 GMT
Rayne lovingly cradles a hot cup of hazelnut coffee as she stares at the huge stack of monthly paperwork in front of her . She’s suddenly glad that instead of her normal business attire she chose her favorite black jeans and Pale Horse Named Death t-shirt . Judging by the paperwork , its going to be a long day at the office . Her focus is broken as her phone rings . She kicks back in her leather chair and answers .
“ Bacchus Promotions , Rayne Pezzini speaking how may I help you ?”
“ Ms. Pezzini this is Martha from Tiny Tikes . ( long pause) I’m sorry to bother you , but your son Anthony is sick . I’ve been trying your home number numerous times but no one is answering again . That’s the third time in three months . ”
“ I’m sorry for the trouble Martha . I just have to wrap a few things up , make some arrangements and I’ll be right there . Tell Tony that I’ll be right down to get him .” Rayne lets out a frustrated sigh as she terminates the call and flings the office phone across the room .
Opening the bottom drawer of her desk Rayne grabs her purse , an envelope, and keys before slamming it shut with a vengeance. So much so that it can be heard through the other office and rattles a few pictures . She leaves her office and stalks towards the reception desk while dialing on her own cell phone.
Filing her nails at the reception desk is Jeanine who rolls her chair back and has a stunned look on her face as she sees her boss storming down the hall towards her .
“Hey Jeanine , if Cyril calls tell him I’m gone and ……( Rayne rolls her eyes and holds her palm up as her call has finally gone through ) Hey Rocco hold on a sec ….. Jeanine tell Cyril I’ll be gone for the day and that the shit has definitely just hit the fan “
“Is everything okay Ms Pezzini ? “
“ No , but it will be “ Rayne manages a smile and pats Jeanine’s hand realizing that the look on the svelte 50 year olds face is the look of worry .
Racing to her Jeep Rubicon Rayne continues her call to her brother :
“Sis what’s up ? What shit and what fan ?”
“ The shit that I’m married to that’s what . I know he’s home and he’s not answering the phone and Tony is sick . Are you at Mom’s ?”
“Yeah …..how do you know ?”
“ Because its Wednesday and she’s making lasagna ...duh . Listen can you tell her I need to drop Tony off . I need you to be ready when I get there . Call your friend Pete and let him know I need his services .”
“He’s working right now “
“Exactly . I’m serving that sonavabitch those papers today . And if what I think is happening is happening , I’ll need a witness or alibi …..I don’t know which yet .”
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Twenty minutes later Rayne arrives at her mothers house , drops off her son, and meets up with her brother .
Rocco :” You have Mom worried sick yano . “
Rayne :” Shut up and get in the f*cking car . I’m going to catch that bastard . I’m done, I’m so f*cking done .” Raynes hands curl around the steering wheel in a knuckle white rage.
Rocco :” And what happens if we get there and ….”
Rayne :” I’m not overreacting . I hired a private eye . Apparently I’m not the only one who did ….okay .”
Rocco :” Wait what ? Jesus watch the red lights ! ”
Rayne :” Its a long story . But when I started to think he was cheating on me I started to pay more attention to little things like bills, cell phone usage, and medical items that just didn’t add up. He’s still gathering money from the “injury” he received at his old promotion . Well judging by the photos my P.I gave me thats totally bunk if you can F*** someone’s brains out on a jungle gym in the park you don’t suffer from limited mobility .“
Rocco :” He didn’t “
Rayne :” Oh he did . Plus he’s committing insurance fraud and his Doctor is in on it . They went to high school together and were the popular jocks . So I turned his ass in and they started their own investigation with my help . Its just a matter of time .”
Rocco :” Is that why you want Pete there ?”
Rayne :” I’ve talked to Pete so he knows ..sorta … and since he’s a sheriff he can serve the asshole the papers .”
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Arriving at her house Rayne isn’t surprised to find another car parked in the driveway . The front door isn’t locked and loud music and laughter is coming from the guest bedroom on the first floor . Glancing a knowing look at her brother Rayne purses her lips and motions to him to follow her .
Not in the mood to be subtle , she kicks open the door before leaning on the door jam “ Hi Honey ! I’m home. Did you forget to pick someone up today ? “
The two entwined figures on the bed scramble and curse from the abrupt intrusion .
The blonde female swaddles herself in a sheet and wraps arms protectively around the male. ”Who the hell are you ?!!”
“Do you mind getting off my husband ….and I mean literally getting off him ... not getting him off like I just caught you doing .” Rayne says seethingly
“Who the hell are you ?!! “ The blonde says again
“His wife “Rayne says as she points to the band of gold on her finger .
“ No your not , your his sister and this isn't funny What kind of sick joke ..“
“Just shut up “ Matt says as he looks from the blonde to his wife .
“Sister ? I’m not sure what he’s told you sweet heart . Cause he’s gotten pretty damn good at lying , but not as good at covering his tracks . But I’m his WIFE , you are in MY bed , and you need to get the hell outta MY house .”
“Both you bitches need to shut the hell up “
“ I don't think your in any position to talk asshole “ Rocco says safely from his position behind his sister
Rayne points at the blonde “Listen ..I don’t even know your name ...and that really doesn’t matter …...you have 3 minutes to get dressed and get out of my damn house “
Still clutching the sheet the blonde swoops her clothes off the floor and rushes to the bathroom . “ I’m calling the cops “
Rayne leans against the wall and shakes her head .” You do that sweetheart. The more the merrier ….. right Matt ? I’ll be out in the living room .”
Matt scurries into the living room and comes to a halt at finding a 6’6 police officer already standing in his living room . Being naked and caught has become the least of his problems .
“What the F*** is going on ?! Listen this is all a misunderstanding . Rayne this is the first and only time this has happened .We don’t need to involve the cops . I really didn’t think Terry would call them .”
“She didn’t sir . I’m Deputy Sheriff Peter Nowack . These are for you .” He extends his hand in which he is holding an envelope .
“ Well I’m glad you came . My wife became violent a few minutes ago and attacked a friend of mine over a misunderstanding . I’m sure one of the neighbors called that in . But as you can see we’re fine now “ Matt says lying through his teeth as he opens the envelope and starts reading the contents .
Rayne crosses her arms and leans up against the wall . She smirks as she sees the smug look on Matt’s face start to crumble .
“f*cking divorce papers ! Are you kidding me you f*cking bitch ?!!! You had your brother and this goon come here to serve me .”
“ No I came here because I got a phone call about Tony being sick . Catching you was the icing on the cake . I believe that goon likes to be referred to as an officer of the law and yes . You can get dressed and leave whenever you are ready and take your flavor of the month with you .”
“ I’m not leaving “ Matt screams into Rayne’s face . She remains as calm as she can , but balls her hands into tight fists so much so that her nails draw blood .
“Actually Sir you are . There is also warrant for your arrest . So I need you to get dressed “
Matt glares right into Rayne’s eyes “ You bitch . You had something to do with it … “
“I wouldn’t if I were you “ She says as she sees his rage rising . In the background she can hear the sound of approaching sirens and can’t help but think how much the neighbors must be loving this . At least this whole incident would never be an episode of C.O.P.S though Cyril would piss himself if it was .
Suddenly she catches movement out of the corner of her eye , quickly drops to the ground , and dodges out of the way. Matt’s fist misses its intended target of her face and instead punches its way through the sheet rock . He screams out in both anger and rage .The second set of officers rush in and cuff him before poor Matt realises what has happened .
“I’m gunna need something to bring him down to the station with “ Pete says .
Rocco walks into the room gingerly holding a bright hot pink teddy . :” I found this on the floor . I’m not sure if this belongs to him or the chick in the bathroom . By the way she’s not coming out .”
Rayne grabs a throw blanket off the couch and tosses it at the officers .” Here he can have this
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A few minutes later Rayne feels her adrenaline rush dying just like the sunset as she watches the fading tail lights of the patrol cars heading down the street . She can feel the neighbors stares , but doesn’t care . She doesn’t feel embarrassed . She doesn’t feel weak or numb . Instead she feels liberated and vindicated . Its going to be a rough ride till things settle but just like the emerging Springtime , there is a feel of rebirth and renewal in the air .
She is startled when she feels a hand on her back . Letting out a sigh she expects it to be her brother . Instead she is rather taken back when she hears a familiar voice .
“ Are you okay ?What the holy hell did I just miss ? ”
Spinning around Rayne comes face to face with Joe Jones .
“ Joe ? What the hell are you doing here ? Is Kenny with you ?”
“ No he isnt .My flight was bumped so I thought I would surprise you . Jeanine told me you had an emergency so I came here . Now what the hell is going on and where is the lil guy ?”
“Tony is safe at Mom’s he had an allergy attack at school .” Rayne pauses , takes a deep breath and runs her hand through her hair .” I f*cking had enough and it was time to take out the trash or rather let it take itself out . Its time for a change .”
“Sounds like we need to talk “ Joe says as he wraps his arm around her shoulder and walks her up her porch .