Viper

Tatiana's pov

"Oh man, did you see how scared those guys were?" I said smiling

"They literally almost peed their pants just watching us walk over to them. It was hilarious." My best friend Kenna said .

"Of course they should be scared. we're the most feared people around here. Heck even the cops are afraid of us." Sebastian said

The whole group then murmured in agreement. People were high-fiving each other, and talking about our latest conquest; we just blew up Mr. Steven's store. Why? Because last time we came in, he treated two of my crew badly. That is not something I take lightly at all. Everyone in this neighborhood should know who the real boss is around here. Not the police, the sheriffs, or even the stupid mayor. Its me, the queen of the Jaguars. Round here, the non members know me as 'viper.' The treacherous snake that bites and kills anyone that comes her way.

"Alright everybody, stop talking." I shouted to my large group. "We've had a good laugh at what happened to Mr. Steven. I'm more than sure that he will never dare mess with any of us ever again." I said with a smirk.

"Yeah" Everyone cheered.

"Now, everybody go home early today. Because of all the chaos we caused, I'm sure all our parents are gonna be looking for us. We'll meet again tomorrow, same time, same place, and don't be late. Once again, good job guys."

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"I'm standing here outside Mr. Steven's store where the notorious gang known as 'the jaguars' struck again. Sources say that they were seen pouring gas all over the store, lighting it, then blowing it up. Currently, the store is completely scorched but the firefighters were able to spot certain writings on the side wall that read; "Next time you mess with the Jaguars, we won't hesitate to strike." then was signed with the letter V in the end.

Up to date, the police still has not been able to capture any member of the Jaguars, or at least their leader who is only known as "viper". After this incident, the police is offering a 100,000$ reward to anyone who can give any information that can lead to the capture of the Jaguars or their notorious leader, Viper." The reporter said before my dad switched off the tv.

"These troublesome teenagers are really getting on my nerves." he says through gritted teeth.

"I know, me too. I mean, how can somebody take pleasure in causing other people pain? I just fail to understand." I said folding my arms across my chest

"Me too. I really hope that the police catch these rascals one of these days." He says shaking his head.

"Amen to that, dad." I agreed

"Girls, dinner!!" My mom called in the kitchen.

I got up and went to help her set the table. As i was setting the table, my mom asked me where my twin sister was, to which i told her that i didn't know.

"Tina! Come down to dinner." she called her.

"Coming mom." i heard Tina respond from her room upstairs

In like two minutes or so, Tina came down, we sat, said grace, and we immediately started eating. Today we were having mom's special meatloaf that she makes for us every Friday without fail. Truth be told, this is one of mom's best dishes and the reason we all love Friday nights at our house.

"So how was your day, hon?" Mom asked my dad

"It was busy, as usual. I left some work undone so I'll have to go to the office early tomorrow."

"Alright. How about you, Tina?" she asked my twin

"It was great." She beamed. "I went to church today and we went to the children's home in 29th street. We spent most of our time there with the kids. I tell you mom, we should go there someday. Those kids are a ton of fun."

"That's great sweetheart." Mom smiled

Pfffft. showoff

"Its great to see a young girl like yourself dedicate yourself to doing God's work." Dad said proudly.

"Thanks dad."

"And what about you, Tatiana?" Mom asked me

"hmmm?" I asked pretending that i had been concentrating on my food.

"How did your day go today?"

"It went well." i said and went back to eating

"Did anything interesting happen today?"

Before I could respond, Tina scoffed. "As if."

"What?" I asked my sister

"Oh nothing." She said innocently putting a piece of meatloaf in her mouth. "Just that, its been quite a while since something interesting happened to you. So I didn't think it would be any different this time. That's all." She shrugged

"And what is that supposed to mean?" I exclaimed

"Think about it, sis. Everytime mom asks you about your day, nothing happens. This is why you should come with me on my church volunteering."

"No. Just because there's nothing yet, doesn't mean I won't find anything."

"If something were to happen, don't you think it would have happened already? Stop being stubborn already. I'm sure the church could use some extra hands. Am I right mom?" She asks mom smugly

Ughhh. She knows I hate spending alot of time with those 'holy' people. Sunday is already enough torture.

"Enough" my dad snapped

"Why must you guys always fight? Can't we just have one night without you two going at each other's throats?" Mom yelled at us

"Sorry mom." Tina and I said in unison

She sighed. "Because of that, guess who's cleaning up the kitchen tonight." She told us.

Both me and Tina gasp.

"But mom, I have to sleep early. I have somewhere to be early tomorrow." Tina whined

"Yeah. And you're the only one who can clear up the residue from the meatloaf." I seconded

"Well, its time you two learn how to do it. And its time for me to take the night off from cleaning, so, you're doing it."

"But..." Tina tried but dad interrupted

"No buts, girls. Mom has spoken"

Tina and I just stared at each other with horror stricken faces.

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"I am so tired." I groan

"Not as much as I am." She says

We both walk into our bedroom and collapse on the bed

"That pan was soooo filthy." I groan

"Tell me about it. I swear, one more night like this, and my arm is gonna fall off."

"I'd cut mine off just so I'd never have to do it again."

Tina chuckles.

"Girls." Mom calls from downstairs. Tina and I groan in response. "Clean yourselves up before you go to bed."

Tina sits up. "Mooom. We're seventeen. We don't need to be reminded constantly."

"Yes you do. I have a feeling you will fall asleep right wherever you drop."

"Dang it, she knows us too well." I say quietly

"Okay mom." Tina loudly says then lies down again.

"So who's going first?" Tina asks

"Not me."

"Fine, I'll go. The sooner I get cleaned up, the sooner I'll sleep anyway." She gets up

Ugghh. I never thought about that

"I'll go then." I said

"Too late, sis. I already got up. Unlike you, sleeping over there."

"I'm not asleep. Yet. Just hurry up before I'm fully drowned in sleep."

"Will do." She opened the door to get out.

"Hey, Tina." I got up to look at her before she walked out

"Yeah?"

"Thanks for the fight." I smiled at her

"No problem. You owe me one though. Big time." Then she got out.

"You bet." I said to myself then laid back down.

This has been a long night.

Oh, I probably need to explain what all that was about.

You see, my sister and I had an agreement. We agreed that she would pick a fight with me everytime any of the parents ask me how my day was.

That way, they wouldn't know what I've been up to. In exchange for the fights, I would keep Tina's secret; the boyfriend that she's not allowed to have yet.

What I love about Tina, is that she doesn't ask so many questions. Of course she asks me why I don't want mom and dad to know how my day has been, but I can't tell her.

Nobody in this house, not even my twin know that I'm viper. If they were to ever find out, they would lose it. My family is what you would call a very Christian family. They would send me to jail, or worse.

Once I'm out there, I'm a ruthless, merciless gang leader that no one has ever seen before, but in here, I'm a perfect, holy girl. I intend to keep it that way for as long as I can