LUXOLO

Sebastian really came through for me with the back up army I didn’t think that by him offering us an army he meant half of his men, no females, and here I was thinking that he was going to give me 100-200, but nah, man gave me his veterans and a couple of trainees. I was taken aback when I saw them standing in formation waiting for my command, their formation was professional, geez. And to tell you the honest truth, we wouldn’t have survived this war just a few of us, especially since we are females, and less than 20. These people are too many, and the flags flying effortlessly in the air are the exact same flags from the 6 tribes in Chicago, the sapphire flag is the largest of them all. My stomach was in pits when I saw the situation live not from the TV and stuff, the pile of dead bodies, and some buildings still on fire infuriates me yazi. These people really meant business, and when I looked down at our country saviors as we were approaching the scene they wouldn’t have survived this one, one way or the other they were bound to die at some point because they are not enough. And there’re millions of these black chain gang, and those other gangs, and more are coming, but they weren’t expecting us. We came right on time for the rescuing, before  everyone dies.

Maxine really did bring me Lian’s head, it was still fresh because blood was still dripping from it. And boy, wasn’t I impressed? I was fucking happy, it showed that she desperately wanted to be part of us. She proved that she wanted this more than ever I’m sure she was even dreaming about it way before I recruited them. Milan was impressed with her bravery as well, well, we both were impressed by it. These are the kind of ladies I need in my clique, ladies who will stand their ground, and let no man weaken them, or easily break down their walls. Xia apparently ran away. We don’t know where to, but we will find her, and we will deal with her accordingly. All I want is loyalty from these women and so far they’ve both earned their loyalty from me, I have no doubts that they will double-cross me in future. I have a tight squad in both of them, hopefully once we dominate the industry we will have more loyal recruits, and all these gangs led by men will be shaken. Their kingdoms will be shaken when they hear thtw there’s a new boss in town, they will ask around about me, they will retaliate, threaten me, and I’ll be ready for them. Guns blazing in full armor, and shit. My dream will finally come alive, and I already have plans for Sol’s club it’s going to be more sophisticated, and more advance than how it was before. Oh, and no old workers. Well, that’s if they didn’t blow it up. Even if they did, I will build it from the scratch because I know that the furniture & all will burn, but the building will still remain it will only be left with black walls…

“Sky riders green barret, (flying squad) tighten the formation now!” I tell them using the radio as I see the tribes starting to form, and as more tanks invade the country, and I also heard that they are sending their subway ships this side hehe, they won’t even get to the land. We have tons of helicopters, and they have tons of tanks, your ‘cruiser tank, Hobart’s Fannies, M2 series, flame throwers and many more. “Sky riders red barret, (tanks squad) tighten the formation right now!”

“Red barret in formation.” Commander Hayden says.

“Green barret in formation.” Commander Waynard says.

Me: “We have a situation.”

Waynard: “I’m aware of it. We are waiting for your command.”

Me: “Hayden?”

Him: “Same here.”

Me: “Waynard, get the fire arrow & steel ball squad to prepare themselves. They are going to deal with the ships approaching on the horizon, tell them to send the arrows with immediate effect. The rest of us, attack at once. Attack, and don’t allow them to retreat. This will send out a message to those who also wanted to try their luck here.”

Waynard: “Order well-received. On it.”

Hayden: “Same here.”

Me: “Attack!”

Now, we are not showing any mercy. We kill without fear or favor avenging all those Innocent people who died. All the blood that was shed without a care in the world. The grenades exit all at once in formation heading straight to blow up the tanks because they will cause one massive distraction that can possibly kill all of us as they come as one, and there are too many of them. Even though we’ve already eliminated 60% of them, and we are still counting going forward we will not retreat. I mean, even our fighters did not yield nor surrender, courageous people they are. Yes, we’ve lost a few of our own as they retaliated immediately as they took notice of our presence. Well, on the bright side at least their attention is on us now, and not on our fighters who are fighting on the ground, but either way the ball is in our hands. We are leading now, and they’re dying like flies, more of our tanks are already here assisting. I laugh as they blow up, but knowing people like them, they are not ones to give up easily they will die fighting, die with honor & dignity.

“The blue sailors are on board. Swavoki relying the message,” he alerts us. “Flame arrows already sent out.” Too much back up you all, it’s shocking.

Hayden: “About time you pussy.”

Him: “I had to save your ass you asshole,” I look at Maxine and we both laugh. To think that I only saw them once, and possibly last time seeing them is soul crushing. They are such a vibe I tell you, and they will get along just fine with Talon. All of them are crazy…

I’ve never imagined my life to be like this, never saw myself heading a war battle. Guys, it’s too much. Wuhhh, hhayi, after all this is over I need a holiday of a lifetime, lots of sex or something, because wawu I’ve been through a lot of bullshit to last me a lifetime even if I were to tell my kids about this in future they won’t believe me. Hahaha. I need to rest, and finally sleep peacefully without having any worries about who wants to kill me in my sleep. But then again that’s highly impossible because we still need to rebuild the country, I don’t even know how we are going to do that because a lot of damage have been done. People lost their jobs, businesses lost money, yazini everyone is affected by this. Everyone is asking themselves “where will they start when all of this is over?” Like, how are they going to survive because they have nothing on their names. Yerrrr, disaster. Mess. But hopefully something will come up, and slowly but surely it will get back to what it used to be before even though it will take us years & years to rebuild it. Sighs. Luckily some other provinces are untouched, I’m sure we can negotiate with them to harbor the homeless until we figure something out.

“For a woman you sure as hell enjoy seeing blood being spilled, and giving out orders of which is very rare.” Cznë says taking a sip from his cup of lemon water, he’s dramatic this one and talks a lot. He annoys me.

“I’m not any woman. I’m Tammy Guns. And yes, I enjoy seeing blood being spilled and people dying like flies especially when I’m the one doing all the killing. And again, these orders were given to me by your superior.”

Him: “You are weird. Are you sure that you are not a man trapped in a woman’s body? Your obsession with blood is shocking.” I laugh.

Me: “I might be one. Anything is possible in this world wena motho. And I bet you are obsessed with bending over for your seniors right?” He sneers, and his expression changes, what I said wasn’t a lie though. Him, and a couple of other men are the wives to these seniors, such is life kodwa. “Exactly. You now see that everyone is obsessed with something?” He clicks his tongue, and walk away leaving me laughing at him. Excuse him. Who does he think he is telling me shit? Yuck. Maxine is busy smiling finding all of this hilarious, and it’s not maarn.

My eyes go wide as I spot a group of people hiding behind some bushes a few meters away from our actual location, the one with dreadlocks catches my attention. I have no absolute doubt that it’s Tsakani, he never misses me shame, but he looks different. He is more buff than how I last saw him. I pick up the binoculars from my thighs, I need a clear view. And just as predicted it’s him, I can spot Lindiwe too, and some people I don’t even know they are in action mode, I must help them. Thanks, God, they’re still alive & still fighting. Wait a minute, and what kind of a human being is that- that looks like a beast? Or maybe it is a beast

but how? Ai, let me not crack my head Tsakani will clear everything for me, but right now I need to get to my man, and fight with him by my side. Damn. How I’ve missed that mathafacka! Yay, I put the binoculars down, and untie the seatbelt. Maxine will take over the wheel, Milan is busy having sex with one of the soldiers here at the back. 

“Hold the forth, I’m going down,” I tell Maxine getting up from my seat.

Her: “Where are you going Tammy? We are in the middle of war here, and you might die before you even reach the ground! Do you see how fast these grenades move?” She looks at me not believing me.

Me: “I’m going to my mans, Maxine” picking the parachute from the backseat, and wearing it. My guns are placed safely on my thighs, waist & shoulder holsters. 2 grenades safely in my pockets. And one gun on my hand. My pocket knife tugged in my boot. “I won’t die, and besides I’m not heading to where the bullets are going, also remember that you are on formation.”

Her: “You are ditching us for a mans? Anyway, It’s still dangerous Tammy. You might die!”

Me: “I don’t fear death Maxine. And you will not stop me, I’m going to see my mans,”

Her: Sighing in defeat. “Fine. I understand you. Salt ain’t child’s play. Go, and get your mans baby girl, I will take over from here. Wait, where will we find you once we are done?”

Me: “At those bushes,” pointing to where the guys are. “Milan, stop fucking around come and help Maxine I’m going down!”

“Down where? Ouch. Be gentle you facka!” She yells back, and I chuckle.

Me: “The ground you bitch!”

Her: “What ground? Don’t tell me that you are landing Tammy!” I look at Maxine, and she laughs. I shrug then shake my head. “I’m coming too. You ain’t leaving me here!” As if.

Me: “Let me out before she gets here.” Maxine nods, and opens the door for me, I put on my glasses as the wind hits my face, and I jump out of the helicopter screaming. I’m so excited, finally, after months of not seeing my man, I’m finally reuniting with him. God, you are the real deal.

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TSAKANI

The rescuing team really did come through for us. Our energy was renewed by them, and yet again we are soldiering on. A new surge of hope have been brought upon us, Lord knows how thankful we are for the second chance he gave us. I’ve seen such in my life, all that I’m witnessing right now, in fact, being part of feels surreal. I used to see these things in movies, never in my life did I think that I will be part of it one day. Talon is still out of it, and I’m quite sure that he will be pissed once he wakes up realizing that he has missed all the action. Realizing that we are finally free from this war that was forever going on. argh. He will survive maarn, azike zim’dlule kayi one maarn.

“Look out.” Lindiwe yells, I step aside before the bullet can hit me on my arm. I pull the trigger, and shoot the man who attempted shooting me twice. I still don’t know where Lee is, hope he is fine wherever he is. Lindiwe climbs on the tree, and start shooting randomly her girls follow after her, they want to be close to her at all times, and they never laugh no matter how funny the joke may be it’s like they were programmed not to laugh at anything, or talk to anyone without Lindiwe giving them a go ahead, yet Lindiwe is forever talking. These girls are skilled shame, you can tell that they were trained by professionals, if only bubbles can acquire one of their skills then she’ll be set for life. I wonder how she’s holding up there in Italy, I have no doubt that she’s still alive waiting for me to come for her, and I will.

Bullets are flying in the air, ducking & rolling on the dusty ground or on the grass is all that we do, shooting back I miss my target. Shit. He opens fire again, and another member of his gang appear behind aiming his shot at me. I’m surprised when I see them flying as the sound of a pump gun echoes on my ears making me deaf for a few seconds, I look around trying to see who it is because the last time I checked I was alone. Now, who on earth came to my rescue. The sound of the grass alerts me, instincts waking up, there’s someone here. I point the gun toward where the noise is coming for, and into view bubbles comes out dusting herself, she looks different. I blink, and rub my eyes I’m sure they are deceiving me. She giggles immediately as I open them, tears covering her eyes. She attacks me with a hug, and I return it back holding her for dear life.

“I’m back baby. I’m back.” Her tears leaves my vest wet.

“Thank you, God. I love you baby. Like heck, I missed you woman!” She lifts her head chuckling, and in one quick notion she buries my face on her shoulder, and shoot twice. I lift my head from her shoulder. I still can’t believe that she’s here with me, I wipe the lone tear as I take her it all in. My palms are on her cheeks, she blinks, I smash my lips into hers it’s been long since I last taste them, they are still the same.

Her: She pulls out resting her hands on my chest. “You’ve missed me I know, and I’ve missed you too, but this is no time for bonding it’s time for fighting,” she winks at me.

Me: “But how? I mean…,” I don’t even know what to say, I’m speechless. She’s all changed. Hardcore like never before, she’s completely a total different person all together I’m impressed, and once more I’m in love with her all over again. Seeing her in action turns me on, but why wouldn’t it be whereas the last time I had sex was a decade ago? Can’t believe that I’m fighting side to side with her.

Her: “Go down!” I quickly lie down, and a grenade explodes a few meters away from me. I roll over, and shoot at the two men advancing toward me ready to shoot. Bubbles is also fighting her own opponents, her blade throwing is perfect more like Anthea’s. I roll over again, and I see senior Luxolo running our direction, shit. Junior Luxolo spins around, she’s sees senior Luxolo, and tilt her head. Senior Luxolo stops on her tracks, shocked, confused.

“Who the hell are you?” They ask at the same time looking at each other.

Bubbles: “Love, who the hell is this? Why does she look like me?”

Senior Luxolo: “No bitch. Who are the hell are you?” The attitude in her voice is not to be missed.

Bubbles: “I’m a nightmare in broad daylight. Now, who the hell are you?” She pulls her by her hand as if wanting to embrace her, but instead she sends her behind her back falling on the grass, and shoot at the man we didn’t even realize was around. Okay.

Luxolo: “None of your business.”

Bubbles: “K.” Senior Luxolo snorts, and pushes bubbles forward, guess her aim was for bubbles to fall but bubbles have balance for days. She holds her head high, and chuckling spinning around, and a spin kick sends diamond to the nearest tree as she hit with her back breaking some bones. Erh. She coughs trying to get up, but bubbles is too quick for her, her boot is already on her neck making it hard for Luxolo to get up. “Next time you pull a stunt like that I will kill you. Chop your body parts, and feed you them, then present your incomplete body in your family’s doorstep. Don’t bullshit me, you don’t know me like that. Tsek!” I’m stunned. Wawu.

Me: “Wawu.” What did these people do to my bubbles? Ai, whatever it is that they did to her, I love it. Mama sgebengu, gintsakazi lami leli, mshayeli wempilo yami. Hhayi bafethu I’m in love.

Okay. Now it all makes perfect sense, she came with the rescuing team, but how? How did she pull this off? Hhe, this life thing ke Shaka Zulu, in fact, Mbombombo. Otherwise, we are happy for their arrival they sure did arrive in style.