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Raphael was still too angered to register what Lexi was trying to tell them, but it seemed that Loverboy got the message. The blue-clad Turtle's anger dropped at the sound of her voice, even if the mood was still radiating from Raph. The Hot-Head listened in disbelief as their Leader dropped everything... his responsibilities.... in order to finish out this 'meeting' with the Dragon chick and the Foot reject. What the hell!!


So Leo was completely dismissing the issue of the Cat-Woman, leaving Donnie to deal with it. That had disaster written all over it! What if she was only one of a pack.. or.. a 'pride'? Wasn't that what a herd of cats were called? Like lionesses? What if Don was the unsuspecting prey? Or.. what if Donnie took her back to the lair? No fucking way! This sucked. Leo was supposed to be the leader. He was supposed to make things run smoothly and protect the clan, but he was about to be off playing footsies with a Dragon.


"You can't be fuckin' serious..." The Turtle with the 'tude hissed at his brother. He could have argued about how careless this was, but whatever. Let Fearless learn the hard way! With a growl, he shifted his attention when Don dismissed Mikey. Obviously their youngest brother just wanted away from the drama. Whatever. It wasn't like Raph had caused it. He was just giving his opinion, but as always no one ever saw things from his perspective.

"Not so fast, Donnie." He called out to his brainy brother who was preparing to leave with the Cat. Joining up with the two, the largest of the Turtles once again glared at the Furry with untrusting eyes. It was obvious that he would be joining them, and wouldn't take no for an answer.

Lexi caught that look from the youngest Turtle, and it was obvious from his expression that this was something that happened all the time. Yet, it was something that made him extremely uncomfortable, and for good reason. The sight of them merely having a disagreement was unsettling, and the shoving was enough to have her nerves on end. Fortunately things didn't escalate beyond that, and Leo had dropped the argument when she spoke to him. It was a huge relief, and a surprise that he was willing to go back with them, despite the disapproval of Raph. Despite the tension, it earned a smile from the young woman.


"I'm ready if you two are." She told Leo and Laz as she watched the others off in the distance. Obviously there was a lot of friction within their clan, but they were brothers. It was to be expected. They seemed really young, too. Her gaze once again fixated on the Blue-clad Turtle. "I hope you're not afraid of dogs. I have to stop by a friend's place and get his pit bull..."

Before he decided to take off, he took a glance at his brother, Raphael, "Do you want anything on your pizza? Perhaps the usual triple meat? They have this wicked new stuffed crust that includes cheese and bacon. I've been dying to try it out." Of course he was changing the subject, but he also was trying to diffuse the tension between him and Leo. Maybe the bacon stuffed crust would distract him for awhile.

He wondered what Master Splinter would want on his pizza, but maybe he would like something different. Perhaps it was a good idea that Leo would bring sushi for Master Splinter after all. He wondered how he would react if he finds out that Leo had been hanging around with Purple Dragons and a Foot member. He understood how Leo felt, but he doubt Master Splinter would be happy. He would be even less pleased if he found out he and Raph had been squabbling again.

Mikey hoped that there will be no more shouting tonight, but that was tempting fate. Sooner or later someone is bound to hear them. He really hoped Raph didn't give Donnie a hard time, he was only trying to help the mutant, after all.

Raph noticed that he was going with Leo and Don. It looked like he was going to have all that pizza for himself. No skin off this turtle's nose.

great the scary one was going to tag along. Love's ears pressed flat against her head and she once again hid behind Don. She didn't know what his problem was! It wasn't like she was setting them up, or going to eat them or something. She didn't eat mutants, only small humans! They were tasty. She wrapped an arm around Don's arm and waited for him to lead the way. She was eager to get food and some place safe to stay.

Leo just ignored Raph, he didn't want to start another fight. As far as he was concerned he was doing the right thing. Lexi was obviously not a threat, the cat girl wasn't a threat and even if she tried something Leo was sure Don could handle it. Clearly Raph had no faith in their brother to defend himself. that was quite sad.

I'm ready to go.

Leo told the two humans, It was looking more and more like the ninja guy was with Lexi. So she was already taken. Still he wouldn't let that get him down, he could be wrong about the two after all. Then Lexi mentioned needed to pick up a dog. Leo frowned at that and the sudden flash in his brain of, this could be a trap, hit him. Still he tried to shake it off. He could handle what ever.

A dog is fine. Are you sure I'll fit in your car? Him the two humans and a dog, could be a tight squeeze.

Laz was so ready to go before these turtles got into a real fight. After Leo said he was ready Laz started to lead them back down to the streets. But Leo's quesion caught his attention. Would Leo fit in the car? Laz sized the turtle up then looked at Lexi.

It's going to be a tight fit. he admitted. But I think we can mange.

With that Laz continued to lead everyone back tot he car to get the dog then relax at home.

Giving a little wave at the group that would be going their separate ways, Lexi, Laz and Leo headed down the fire escape and was soon back on street level. Hearing Leo's question, she considered it for a moment. Indeed, it would a tight fit, but it was certainly doable. It was times like this that the young woman wished that she owned an SUV. But being in her line of work, she needed something fast.


"Yeah, you will fit." She spared a reassuring smile as she waited for him to climb in. "Though, you may need to lay your swords down in the back seat." She suggested.

"Well, alright then."

Like Love, Don wasn't too thrilled with Raph tagging along. But deep down he was grateful that his big brother was looking out for him. It was touching, really. In an overprotective way, though. Don rolled his eyes and started walking away with Love, figuring Raph would be following them. He kept himself between the two because the last thing he needed was yet another fight.

They walked down the street, keeping to the shadows as much as possible. Don had a place in mind for Love to stay and it wasn't far from their current location. As they got closer to their ultimate destination, Don glanced down at Love who was still clinging to his arm.

"So, what are you hungry for?"

Yeah the swords were going to be a bit of a problem. Leo pulled them out of their sheaths and laid them on the seat, next he ducked down and slipped into the back seat of the car. There was a part of him that wondered if he should be going with the humans, maybe he should have stuck by his brothers. What would Master Splinter say? well it was done now he had made up his mind and now he was in the car.

Laz got in the front seat and everyone was soon ready to go.

I hope this dog isn't too big. And likes turtles.

"Do you want anything on your pizza? Perhaps the usual triple meat? They have this wicked new stuffed crust that includes cheese and bacon. I've been dying to try it out."

Raphael's mind was so distracted that the question momentarily confused him, but then he remembered that Mikey was going for pizza. "Yeah, that sounds good, Mikey." He told his brother. It was interesting that the little squirt could remember everyone's pizza topping preference, but forgot other things. Definitely selective memory. The thought of pizza was making him hungry, but he couldn't abort this mission. Maybe.. just maybe Mike wouldn't eat it all before they could return home.


"Stay outta trouble.." He warned, knowing he was wasting his breath. Wasn't thin Leo's job? To make sure that everyone stayed safe? Yeah. He was pretty sure it was. Raph was supposed to be the reckless one, but roles seemed to be reverse. It was just proof that Raphael could step up whenever it was necessary.


He followed Donnie and Love,wrinkling his snout at the sight of her arm around his. What the hell.. they had just met! Why was she touching his bother like that, and why the fuck was Donnie allowing it?! Obviously the Purple-clad turtle didn't have the trust issues that his Hot-Headed sibling was 'blessed' with. "Let's get this over with so we can get home. I'm missin' Friday the 13th.." He huffed. "So what do you have in mind, Brainiac?"

Lexi was relieved that Leo could actually fit. She was certain that he could, but now that he was settled made her feel a whole lot better. Once he was situated, she climbed into the driver's seat and soon they were on their way."He's not too big." She replied, referring to Jigs. "And I'm sure he'll like you. He only hates bad people and Turks. But.. Turks are bad people, so that could be why." The young woman grinned. Of course, both men in the car probably thought The Dragons were bad, too. But hey, they were more evolved and less barbaric than their rivals. "So, that was something back there.." She said, sparing Leo a quick glance through the rearview mirror. "Is Raph always such a ray of sunshine?" She asked.


Soon they were pulling up to a house and she parked at the curb. The place was small and had seen its better days, but the little house was in much better condition than some of the surrounding structures. This was the place that Gabriel was currently calling home

With an affirmative nod, Mikey turned around and followed the track he and his brother had found earlier. There is no point walking to Pizza Hut without a trench coat. He will call delivery. He kept to the shadows, looking for the nearest manhole, climbed inside and made the lone way back to the sewers.

Master Splinter is going to noticed that he came back without Leo, Don, or Raph. He's going to have to explain where everyone went. Most likely Splinter would not be happy with either of them. He's going to have be really quiet so that he won't interrupt Splinter's meditation. Trying to use as much stealth as possible, he crept back to his room. Praying that the door doesn't make any squeaking noises, he felt Klunk brush past against his legs. Scratching her ears, he snuck into his room, quietly, searching for any leftover cash.

He was in luck. Not only did he managed to evade Splinter and found some extra cash. Mikey hoped that the others will be alright. Then he dialed the number and ordered delivery.

Splinter's ears twitched. Of course he has been in deep meditation, but it doesn't mean he couldn't hear Michelangelo sneaking around the lair. His eyes were closed, his mind and body relaxed, but his son's arrival interrupted everything. They were here earlier, yet he has been so lost in his meditation that he didn't noticed that only Michelangelo had returned. He can sense that his son is hiding something from him.

Getting up is not difficult, yet his body still felt stiff. Old age seems to be creeping up to the master. With the help of his cane, he pulled himself up and walked towards his sons room. This was strange. Why was Michelangelo by himself? Where are all the others? Michelangelo had been busy killing some time by playing an online video game. Clearing his throat, he asked, "Where are your brothers?" The tone in his voice is full of concern and worry. Why did they leave their brother behind? That wasn't like them.

Mikey put the game on pause and whirled in his seat. "H-hi, Master Splinter. I didn't hear you come in." He tried not to look at his master's face. It was filled with concern and worry. Of course it seemed strange that only he would arrive without the others. He's going to have to find some kind of excuse.

"Um...Leo, Don and Raph are hanging out with, uh, April and Casey!" Nice lie, Michelangelo. As if Splinter would believe that story. Splinter can be very sharp. With the way he was fidgeting, wringing his hands and eyes shifting it was quite obvious that he can see through that lie. "Um, I ordered some pizza and some pasta for dinner, if that is okay, sensei?" He hoped that this will distract him, at least until his brothers come home. He hoped they come home quicker.

Splinter raised a curious eyebrow at his son. He knows when his son is lying. "That's fine, Michelangelo, I don't mind the pasta. You don't mind if I call April and Casey, do you?" With that, he turned around. He expected his youngest son to crack, but instead, the boy just sweating bullets, then shook and nodded his head.

Now why was his son acting so strangely?

"Michelangelo, if you can't tell me where your brothers are, then maybe the Haashi will get you to talk." His tone was sharp. He meant business. His son flinched at his piercing gaze and started blubbering. Something about 'Shredder', hanging out with 'friends', 'a new mutant', Raphael and Leo arguing. He stopped just so he can catch his brother.

Splinter's eyes widened and his chest tightened. Oroku Saki is alive? One of his sons got hurt? Leo has made new friends? One thing is for certain, he was going to speak to his boys tomorrow morning.

His shoulders sagged. The others are going to be so angry at him. He completely blew it this time. He could hear Raph smacking him on the head while calling him all kinds of nicknames. It wasn't his fault he got weak kneed. Grabbing the money, he told Master Splinter that he was going to pick up the food and come right back.

Slipping the money to the pizza delivery boy, he grabbed the food and headed back to the sewers. He grabbed some plates, laid them on the table, looking at Splinter apprehensively. If this is going to be his last meal, he might as well enjoyed it. Tommorow is going to be hell.

Slain over a spot on the couch. Now that was serious. A serious problem called for a serious solution. Saki, in the time he had, had applied his armor and the highly sought after Kuro Kabuto used to conceal his face from others. Mikko needed to be taught, like a dog. Without guidance, a dog would do as it pleases. But with proper training and certain reminders left for it then perhaps even the bravest creature could be broken. Shredder believed this. His soldiers believed this. Punishment was in order.

The ninja who brought her to the throne had ascended the platform to inform Master Shredder that Mikko had put up quite the struggle. Shredder ushered the ninja away and simply glared down at Mikko from his seated position. His throne doors were pulled shut. It was just the two of them now. "One of our own... A Foot ninja like yourself... Slain?!", Shredder angrily leaned forward with his gloved fingers digging into the arms of his chair. "And not in respectful combat, rather a spot on the couch...", he sighed.

It was an issue that needed addressing. Mikko would be the prime example of his actions taken against anyone willing to pull such a stunt in the future.

"Do I even need to ask? Our enemies are out there, Mikko, watching us... Plotting against me! And you are out there slaying my men, decreasing our numbers for the battle that awaits us all! Perhaps I should put you down permanently...", the Master chided as he comfortably leaned back and began tapping all of the fingers on one hand against the strong wood of his chair arm. Lost in thought. Lost in his quest for power. Shredder could not afford to lose his soldiers if he was to obtain that which truly belongs to him.

He pushed himself up from the throne chair and began to descend the platform and approached the floored Mikko. The length of his cape blew slightly behind his ankles as he finally came to a stop. With his left arm dropping, Shredder made sure the gleam from his pronged gauntlet would warn her as to what awaited her. He helped lift her gaze to meet his own angry glare with the warmth of his left hand cupping her chin. Mikko was one of the originals. One of the few he felt he could trust. But anger took over and Shredder used the clawed glove to slash at the right side of her face. As he pulled back it was revealed that he had not slashed her, after all.

He had trimmed locks of her hair instead. It was a warning. Mikko deserved to be punished but he wanted to give her another chance, a chance to make up for her actions earlier. "Get up, Mikko.", the Master commanded. He began to pace past her in thought. "As much as you deserve a proper punishment, an example of your actions, I have decided to spare you such humility. Go, take watch on the tower. If you see the freaks, you will... Alert me, yes?", Shredder asked curiously. It was a test. A test of will and of strength. Mikko was probably frightened for her very life at this point, and she should be. Shredder did not play games.

This was it. The end of her life. She didn't think it was very fair, the other guys started it! She was just mining her own business. But here she was, probably ready to get her head cut off. She listen as Shredder spoke to her. She had dissapointed him and now he was talking about putting her down. When he forced her face up she looked up at him with no expresion even in this moment she would not show that she was scared.

Then the sharp claws came down on her, she was sure her face would be slashed open, but no just her hair was cut. she let out a little breath that she had been holding then got to her feet. Her nerves were on end but she tried not to let that show.

She listened to his orders then nodded.

Of course, Master Shredder. She said in a steady tone. she would not let him see her scared, even though she was freaking out. She might have been let go now, but what about the hostage situation? Would this stunt make that worse for her? Maybe she should flee while she had the chance. But where would she go? Not only that, but she had a strong sense of loyalty to this man. Though she wasn't sure what that stemmed from.

She would have to change her close being for standing watch. Right now she was in a crop top with shorts. And if she had to be honest it was a little embarssing to be standing in front of Shredder dressed in such a way. She stood there a moment her brain working a mile a minuet. She had to make this right. She would be giving Laz a call.

I may be able to get you a turtle after all, if you would allow me to. I want to make this right.

She finally said. She didn't have a solid plan, but she was thinking of on. First step was get a hold of that Lexi girl again and this time make her talk.

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Lexi was relieved that Leo could actually fit. She was certain that he could, but now that he was settled made her feel a whole lot better. Once he was situated, she climbed into the driver's seat and soon they were on their way."He's not too big." She replied, referring to Jigs. "And I'm sure he'll like you. He only hates bad people and Turks. But.. Turks are bad people, so that could be why." The young woman grinned. Of course, both men in the car probably thought The Dragons were bad, too. But hey, they were more evolved and less barbaric than their rivals.  "So, that was something back there.." She said, sparing Leo a quick glance through the rearview mirror. "Is Raph always such a ray of sunshine?" She asked.


Soon they were pulling up to a house and she parked at the curb. The place was small and had seen its better days, but the little house was in much better condition than some of the surrounding structures. This was the place that Gabriel was currently calling home  

Leo sat quietly in the back trying to make himself comfortable. He chuckled at the fact the dog only liked nice people. He wondered if the dog knew how bad some of the dragons where. Then she mentioned the fight he and Raph had had and he nodded.

It's common for that to happen sadly. Raph and I are always getting into it for one reason or another. He doesn't trust my judgment sometimes and a lot of times we just don't see eye to eye. I suspect some of it is caused my jealousy on his part. Raph's really not that bad of a guy, sometimes he just has to calm down and chill out. But he means well.

Soon they were pulling up to the house where the dog was. leo decided to stay in the car while she got the dog, there was no point in getting out when he had just found a comfortable spot.

It was really sad to hear that the little spat between brothers was a common thing, though she has suspected as much. It seemed like an Alfa thing, maybe bother were competing as top gun, though. Raphael seemed a little too hot headed to hold that title.


"Yeah... I had a run in with him a few months back." She told Leo. "He went all Wolverine on our car. But... he kept me from going to jail." She admitted. Of course the Turtle had left her friends to that fate, but fortunately for them, they were able to get out of the pinned car before the authorities showed up. Still, Lexi knew that it was only because of the Reptile's distraction with her that enabled the boys to escape.  She owed Raph one.


"I won't be long." She told Leo and Laz, seeing no need for either of them to get out of the vehicle. She was only going to get the dog and that was it. The young woman unlocked the door and opened it just enough or a large white and brindle pit bull to exit the house and he immediately headed to the car, jumping in through Lexi's open door. He stayed in the front, moving over when Lexi returned to the car.


"This is Jigsaw.." She introduced the dog as she turned the ignition. Meanwhile the pit bull was giving Laz a good once over with his nose, not yet noticing the Turtle. "Yeah, Gabriel's a 'Saw' fan." She told them. "So, Leo... where's this Sushi place of yours?"

Laz was not too happy to hear that Raph had went all hulk on Lexi and her guys, but they were probably doing something they weren't suppose to. At least he saved her from going to jail. Then he wondered where he and Mikko were when that went down, maybe with some other thugs.

Laz waited in the car in silence for Lexi. He just couldn't think of anything to say to the turtle. Luckily Lexi didn't take long and soon there was a pittbull sniffing him. Laz smiled and reached out to pet the dog behind the ears. he was very pretty, and Laz loved dogs.

Hey big guy, smell something you like? Jigsaw huh? I think that's a fitting name for the breed.

Leo was also thankful that Raph helped her rather then let her go to jail. Hopefully he could get Lexi to quit the gang and maybe try to get her life in order. She just seemed so sweet and worthy of more then a thug life.

He waited in silence while Lexi grabbed the dog. He moved his swords out of the way so the dog could hop in the back with him. soon Lexi and the dog were back. He was pretty dog with an interesting name.

The sushi place is in china town, a small red building can't miss it.

Love looked over at Raph and frowned. He was scary, not like Don who seemed the perfect gentleman. She walked with them, staying close to the purple turtle. When Raph started to complain she rolled her eyes.

You can always go home and watch your movie. No one is making you stay with us. She told him with a huff.

Don wasn't appreciating the snippy attitude coming from the turtle in red, but he really didn't expect anything different. And now Raph seemed cranky for coming with them when he was missing his movie. Don was still a bit defensive when it came to this matter with Love.

He looked over at Love who seemed to have a bit of an attitude herself. Not that it wasn't warranted. Raph was the one that chose to tag along. Keeping an even voice, and hopefully also keeping what little peace he could between the other two, he told them his plan.

"I know of an unoccupied warehouse not too far from here." Then he turned to Love. "I know it's not much, Love, but it's the best I can do for you right now. It'll be warmer and dry, though," he reassured her with a gentle smile. "I'll also let you choose your meal for tonight."

Oh, how this...CAT was getting underneath Raphael's skin! Her little comment earned a hard glare, irritation turning into anger.. "You would like that wouldn't you, lil Miss helpless!!" The large Reptile seethed. "You may have my brother fooled, but I'm not buyin' this helpless act. Somethin's off about you!" He hissed. " I have every right to make sure you don't mutilate my brother. If you don't like it, YOU can leave!!" Yeah, he wasn't a fan and the fact that she was trying to tell him what to do wasn't going over well.


Hearing Don's plan, Raph was relieved that his brother wasn't completely blind sighted. If he had even hinted at taking her to the lair, shit would hit the fan real fast. Though, Don't last offer to her made him groan in annoyance. Really? They were usually scraping by when it came to food, but he was offering this girl whatever she wanted? Ugh....