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Post by Ershey on Aug 18, 2011 2:19:29 GMT -5
Pulling her cap down on her face, Ershey made her way towards Mush's selling spot. It was late in the afternoon and she figured she'd still find him here. She finished selling her papers about an hour ago, her bruises and cuts giving her more attention and customers than usual. Despite her lack of energy, however, she couldn't help but think about her conversation with Wraith. Was it really worth the trouble to get rid of Ericson? Ershey would love Ericson to be gone but not when it meant she'd end up in jail or look ten times worse than she did now.
She sighed, spotting Mush as he waved a paper in the air, calling out a headline. She walked over to him, poking him lightly on the arm and giving him a small smile.
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Post by Mush on Aug 18, 2011 8:37:43 GMT -5
Mush received the penny from a passing businessman and called out a 'thank you' before focusing his full attention on Ershey.
"Hey... How are ya?" He asked in a soft voice, putting on hand on her shoulder. He had been on tenterhooks around her lately, trying to help her heal and also not wanting to bring up the subject she obviously didn't want to talk about.
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Post by Ershey on Aug 18, 2011 12:41:42 GMT -5
"Been better," replied Ershey, giving him a quick hug before pulling away. She pointed over to his stack of papers. "Need help with those? I'll help you finish them off. I need to talk to you about somethin'."
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Post by Mush on Aug 18, 2011 13:20:35 GMT -5
"Oh... Y-yeah, okay. Thanks." He gave her about half of his remaining papes and began to shout out the headlines once again. His voice wasn't as loud or exuberant as it had been, though. He was just too worried.
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Post by Ershey on Aug 18, 2011 13:25:01 GMT -5
Ershey simply nodded and took his papers, giving him a somewhat reassuring smile before walking a distance away. She took off her hat, running her fingers through her hair, all her bruises and cuts now visible for anyone to see. Even before she opened her mouth, a gentleman already bought two of her papers, obviously pitying the way she looked.
After about 15 minutes or so, all the papers were gone and Ershey hardly had to say a word. Putting her hat back on, she walked over to Mush and handed him the money she just made. "Here you go."
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Post by Mush on Aug 18, 2011 13:34:33 GMT -5
"Keep it." Mush said, putting his hands in his pockets.
He still had four more papes to sell, but he was tempted to just give up for the day. He wanted to hear what Ershey had to talk to him about.
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Post by Ershey on Aug 18, 2011 13:36:38 GMT -5
"It's yours," said Ershey, giving him a look that she didn't want to argue. "You bought it with your own money so I'm not keeping it."
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Post by Mush on Aug 18, 2011 13:38:44 GMT -5
Mush pocketed the money without another word.
He managed to sell his papes, and when he took the penny from his last customer, he turned to Ersh.
"Did you wanna go somewhere more private?" He asked softly.
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Post by Ershey on Aug 18, 2011 13:43:31 GMT -5
Ershey nodded, glancing around the street to see where they could talk. She spotted a somewhat solitary bench, farther in the park but still viewable by the street. "Over there?" she asked, pointing at the bench before looking at him.
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Post by Mush on Aug 18, 2011 13:45:05 GMT -5
"Yeah, sure." He cast her a small smile as he took her hand gently in his and began walking to the bench. It wasn't that far away, so they reached it in no time. He sat down next to Ershey, his eyes filled with worry.
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Post by Ershey on Aug 18, 2011 13:49:39 GMT -5
Ershey sat down, looking at Mush with sad eyes. "I hate makin' you worry... I'm so sorry for all this," she started, disliking how unhappy Mush looked. "I just wanted to protect you from Ericson... that's why I've never really had a boyfriend. I was too scared. But, um... there might be a solution, a way to get rid of him."
She looked down at her feet, still unsure about the whole plan. She hadn't agreed to it but figured Mush needed to hear it.
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Post by Mush on Aug 18, 2011 13:52:33 GMT -5
Mush tried not to smile too widely.
"What? What is it?!"
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Post by Ershey on Aug 18, 2011 13:56:19 GMT -5
"Remember I told you that I met Goblin and Wraith? They're siblings... and Wraith happened to follow me when I went to pay Ericson," started Ershey, fiddling with her fingers. "I think he used her too... a long time ago. But when Wraith found out that I had somethin' to do with Ericson, she wanted to team up... get together with her brother, Goblin, and some Brooklyn newsie to get rid of Ericson. Really get rid of him... y'know, for good."
She felt her palms get sweaty, a habit that occurred when she was nervous. She didn't know how Mush would react or whether he would agree.
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Post by Mush on Aug 18, 2011 14:01:09 GMT -5
Mush's eyes went wide.
"You mean--" He stopped himself as his voice had gotten loud with surprised. "You mean... Kill him?!" He whispered.
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Post by Ershey on Aug 18, 2011 14:03:33 GMT -5
"Mush, don't yell!" said Ershey, jumping from her seat to make sure no one heard what he just said. "I think so? I mean, Wraith didn't exactly say it but I honestly think that's what they're going for... they want me in to get Ericson out. 'Cause, apparently, he trusts me... 'cause I need to pay him every week and he'll show his face for that."
She sighed, rubbing her grazed arm. "I don't know what to do, Mush. I haven't agreed or anythin'... but a life without Ericson..."
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