Two Of A Kind

Chapter 12 – Breaking Out

Dont worry well be back soon. Meredith cooed locking the door behind Alex and Shane. Alex looked around but the room was dark and all she could see were shadows.

Well, its about time you got here. Ive been waiting for ages. Nicky flicked a switch next to the bed she was sitting on. She was leaning against the headboard the picture of calm. Alex couldnt help but smile. Shed be lying if she said she hadnt been worried about Nicky whom they had left to her own devices. But it looked like they were all in the same boat. The boat that was about to go over Niagara Falls.

Dude, we got a little sidetracked. Nicky lifted an eyebrow as she looked at the slightly disheveled Casanova. I mean, wouldnt you? Stuck in a basement with two really hot twins?, Shane continued with a big grin on her face. Alex shook her head with mock exasperation and a smile playing on her lips. She had definitely underestimated this woman.

Nicky and Shane burst into laughter. Shane dove on the bed next to Nicky. Damn, the two of you AND two hot twins how come I always end up missing all the fun?, Nicky said suggestively wiggling her eyebrows sending both of them into another fit of giggles. Alex smiled and sat on the foot of the bed.

We need to find a way out of this. Have you heard from Robin and Ice?. Nicky shook her head.

Theyre probably still out there somewhere, but Ive seen about half an army come through those gates since Ive been up here. If I were in their shoes Id wait for the right moment, and I guess the right moment hasnt come up yet. She shrugged her shoulders. Alex laid back on the bed her hands under her head.

So, were stuck in a mansion with our friends and our ammo outside. And we probably have very little time before they fit us for cement boots and kidnap Marina to who knows where. Brilliant.

Florence. Alex looked at Nicky quizzically.

Do you really think now is the time to list holiday destinations. Nicky stared at Alex and then tried to kick her. But seeing how she didnt feel like moving and Alex was too far she didnt even get close.

I mean theyre taking Marina to Florence. Shane stared at Nicky.

How do you know?

I know things, Nicky said mysteriously. Alex looked at her skeptically as she rolled on her side and yanked Nickys leg.

Ok, thin walls. Jeez way to kill a moment.

So, all we gotta do is find a way out of here and save Marina before they fly to Florence, right? Alex looked at Shane.

True any ideas Casanova?

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Marina was in a similar situation as the three musketeers. Angelina had led her to her own bedroom and locked her inside. She knew her friend was somewhere in the house. But time was running out. The goon squad would do her sisters bidding as soon as the two of them left for the airport.

Part of her was looking forward to seeing her Maman and Papa again. It had been years since shed left for America. But at the same time she was furious at her family for pulling her into this ***** all over again. If she ever saw them again it would be on her terms. She had to get out of here now before it was too late for all of them.

Looking around the room she spotted Angelinas dresser. She had to start somewhere.

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Alex, Shane and Nicky had had the exact same thoughts as Marina. They were searching their room for possible weapons.

Guys, even if we do find something, how are we going to get out of this room?. Shane looked at Alex and Nicky shoving her hands in her pockets. They had all been searched which meant Alex neat lock gizmo had been confiscated by the goons. Nicky looked at Alex and started laughing.

Dont worry about that. I think we got that covered. A smile still playing on her lips, Nicky slapped Alex on the back as she moved to search the bathroom. Alex smiled at the confused look on Shanes face. She walked over to the bed and sat down. Tapping the space beside her she motioned to Shane.

Come sit. Shane moved to the bed and sat down. Alex reached up and tucked a stray strand of hair behind Shanes ear. Were gonna be ok, and she pulled her into a hug. Her hand slowly caressing her back. Shane felt a lizard tongue of desire shooting through her belly to parts below. She pulled back and softly kissed Alex. When Alex moaned into her mouth, Shane smiled.

Ok, break it up you two. This is the last of it, Nicky said and threw a pipe on the pitiful pile of things they had so far collected. Still holding each other Alex and Shane looked at the pile.

Well, thats just rubbish. Alex got up and picked up the pipe giving it to Nicky. She stuck a pair of scissors in her back pocket and just scoffed at the rest. Giving the room one last look her eyes rested on the small dresser. Alex walked towards it and placed it on the ground upside down. Holding the table by one of the legs she kicked it hard where the leg and table meet, breaking it off. After doing the same with one of the other legs she walked over to Shane handing her one of the legs.

Lets go. Alex pulled Shane off the bed and walking to the door Nicky pulled two pins out of her hair and handed them to Alex who knelt in front of the door. Shane watched in amazement as Alex bent the two pins and jiggled them in the lock. Unfortunately there was no click and the door stayed locked. Mainly because picking locks is harder than it looks on tv. It took Alex almost five whole minutes before they finally heard a click. Shane had almost given up hope. But now they were actually going to fight their way out, she was feeling a little scared.

So were just going to go out there with two dresser legs and a pipe and fight of half an army of armed goons, rescue Marina and just walk out of here?.

Thats pretty much it, Nicky replied. Alex just looked at the two of them.

You, stay with me, Alex said softly, kissing Shane before the three of them got ready to get it on.

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Marina had been slightly more successful in her search than the three musketeers had been. Of course this had to do with the fact that she had been locked in her sisters room who by all accounts was not only cautious, but also a little paranoid. Meaning that Angelina kept weapons in her room. Mainly blades and guns. She had removed most of them, but fortunately for Marina, she had missed a four-inch knife usually kept under her pillow. Too bad though she lacked Alex lock picking skills. So she was forced to bide her time until she could find an opportunity to break free.

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Nicky slowly turned the ***** and pulled the door open just a crack. She held up two fingers pointing to the left and to the right. Alex motioned to Shane to stay put. Wordlessly she counted to three. On three Nicky swung open the door and the two of them dashed out of the room. Nicky moved to the left as Alex turned right.

The guard on the right let out a surprised yell as he saw the woman running for him. Before he had a chance to say another word, Alex hand wrapped itself around his weapon and with the palm of her hand she hit him in his larynx. The man started coughing violently as he bent over. With all her body force she slammed her elbow into his back. His body fell to the floor. He started to get up, but Alex quickly jumped on his back and wrapped her arms around his neck and squeezed till she felt his body go limp.

Nickys guard turned around hearing his partner yell. The moment he turned around Nickys boot connected with his chin making his head snap back. Having lost his bearings and focus he swung his arms around trying to regain his balance. Nicky grabbed his gun and kicked him as hard as she could right in the nuts. Then she punched him in the stomach making him double over. A final blow to the back of the neck did the trick.

Almost simultaneously both guards hit the floor. Alex and Nicky gave each other the thumbs up. They were starting to enjoy themselves now. Shane ventured out of the room now the coast was clear. Nicky searched the bodies and removed one more weapon each while Alex kept an eye on the stairs to make sure no one came up to surprise them. Nicky handed one automatic she found to Shane. The other she stuffed down her jeans.

They were on the third floor. The floor they had inspected first. This floor had four bedrooms. Theyd been in the bedroom at the front of the house. Alex pointed to the second bedroom. Nicky walked over and tried the door. It opened with ease. Quickly the three of them swept the room, which was completely empty. The third bedroom was just as empty as the second.

When Nicky tried the door to the fourth room, she found it was locked. Alex knelt in front of the room to do her lock jiggle trick again.

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Marina heard movement on the other side of the door and she quickly and silently moved beside the door. Then she heard a scratching. Without realizing she held her breath. When the ***** turned her muscles tensed. Her hand holding the blade ready to strike at any moment. The door opened slowly and a hand holding a gun appeared. Without a second thought Marina moved forward her arm performing a slashing movement.

Alex saw the shiny steel of the blade before she felt it slice through her flesh. The gun fell to the floor. She stifled a scream as she ducked and let herself roll onto the floor away from her assailant. She tried to grab for the gun with her good hand when she looked up and saw Marina staring down at her.

Cursing under her breath in Italian Marina knelt next to Alex. Nicky and Shane moved into the room, Shane sucking in her breath when she saw Alex bleeding pretty profusely.

Sono davvero spiacente, Marina apologized profusely. Nicky returned from the bathroom with a towel that she wrapped around Alex arm.

It doesnt look too bad. Alex scowled at her friend. Whispering through clenched teeth she said angrily,

That doesnt mean it doesnt bloody hurt. Besides I just bought this top last week. Do you know how hard it is to get blood out of clothes?. When she saw the worried expression on Marinas face, her own expression softened. Before she was even on her feet her trademark grin was plastered all over her face.

Dont worry so much. Like Nicky said its not too bad. She touched Marinas arm who looked more shook up now than when they had been in the basement facing the vixen from *****. Marina was shaking a little bit and Shane wrapped her arm around her to steady her.

Whats wrong, dude?. Marina just shook her head. She knew they thought it was because shed accidentally cut Alex, but it wasnt. Of course she felt bad about that, but accidents happened when it came to her and her family. After a while you got used to it.

I cant believe you didnt just leave. Shane looked at her friend incredulously. Turning Marina towards her she cupped her face with her hands. And when she spoke the emotions in her voice matched the emotions in her eyes.

After all the trouble weve been through, you really thought wed leave you here?. Shane wrapped her arms around Marina and Marina hugged her back. What are friends for?, Shane whispered in her ear.

Alex smiled at Nicky. Then she picked up her gun, and Nicky gave her spare to Marina who reluctantly let go of Shane. Her friend was quickly becoming her comfort zone. They were now all armed, dangerous and ready to get the ***** out. The three of them filed out of the room and moved to the stairs.

We should leave through the back door, Marina whispered softly and she started down the stairs.

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Her reflexes kicked in instantly and she crouched while extending her leg kicking the guards feet from under him. He tried to yell out but her hand quickly covered his mouth as she dove on top of him.

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Alex and Nicky moved to the door. Nicky counted to three and then she slid open the door forcefully. The two of them burst through. Marina and Shane could hear loud yells from their crouching positions two feet from the door.

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Oh my god, dude, youre shot. Youve been shot.