Ricky?


The group of 3 Togorians moved down the neon-lit alleyway at a brisk speed.  Rerrick was leading the way with the step of someone who'd walked this path many times.  Maligaant and Shane followed a few steps behind, their eyes keenly watching the shadows as they moved. 

No alley lights lit their way, hadn't been any for some time, the alleyways were dark and partially obscured by rising steam from sewer vents. The only illumination was provided by the many neon lights above doors and bolted to walls some clearly visible while others were visible only as a blurry color in the rising steam.  Rerrick stopped and turned towards some double doors with a partially lit flashing sign that was simply an arrow pointing down toward the doors.  Turning to his two companions, Rerrick said, "This is the place.  Keep a sharp eye out, he's a friend but it's been awhile."  He turned and the 3 of them entered.

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Looking across the table he said, "You have two more days. That's it. No more extensions.  You don't seem like the sort that lets his lady work off his debts?" He looked down at the blaster on the table in front of him and placed his hand on it, wrapping his fingers around the grip. "Don't make me come looking for you either..."  A barely dressed human female approached the table and leaned down whispering into his ear.

The sweaty man sitting across from him took the opportunity to leave,  saying, "You'll have the credits tomorrow, I promise! Thank you, Kade. Thank you!" as he stood and backed away from the table.

Kade watched the man leave as he thought for a moment. Kandy had just whispered something very interesting into his ear.  An old friend was asking to see him. Looking at Kandy he said, "Oh my dear yes! Definitely bring that cat back here."

"He has two friends with him.  What do you want me to do with them?"  she responded.

"Any friends of that cat are friends of mine too!" he said with a wink.

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As they followed the lightly dressed human female to the back of the establishment Mal couldn't help but notice how busy and active the place was a stark contrast to the alleyway outside.  He also noted a good two dozen heavily armed men in no way trying to blend in.  They were definitely outnumbered and outgunned should this 'old' friend not be so friendly.  "Ricky!" a human male shouted, standing up and throwing his arms wide as he walked toward them.  He looked to his right and caught Shane looking back, both of them mouthing the name 'Ricky' as they stared at each other.

Rerrick held out a paw as reached the man and took his hand in his.  "Kade! It's been too long, my old friend."

Mal and Shane stood a few meters back while the two old friends spent a good 2 hours drinking and reminiscing. Finally, Rerrick stood said his goodbyes turned and motioned for them to follow as he walked through crowds and out into the alleyway.  As they exited into the alley he turned and with a grin held up a datadisc, "Got it!" he said. Mal and Shane just looked at him quizzically and said in unison, "Ricky?"

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