The apartment that Chicago had put her up in wasn’t the best place in the city, but it sure as hell beat being out on the sidewalk with the scumbags that wanted to God knows what to her, Mackenna thought to herself as Chicago told her how much the rent was and when it was due. The particulars of money didn’t really bother her at the time as she didn’t have much, but he had offered her a job, so there would eventually be an income for her. He didn’t discuss that though. His main concern was that she was off the streets and in a room so no harm could come of her.
“…And it’s due on the first of every month. Since we’re halfway through this month, and you’re in a jam, it’s free!” Chicago told Mackenna.
“Thank you Chicago. You’ve been so kind to me, how can I repay you?” Mackenna asked.
“Oh I’ll think of something girlie! A guy like me eventually needs a favor from someone!” Chicago laughed a little. “I’ll leave you to unpack. After you do that, there is a little dinner a block up the street. Go in and get some food in you. I’ll be seeing you around Mackenna. Oh, if you have any money on you, find a safe place to hide it. Burglars can get through just about any door they want in this ‘hood, and they don’t care what they do to the place, just as long as they find what they’re looking for!” With that, Chicago tossed Mackenna a set of keys and left.
She took a few minutes to look around at her new home. The apartment itself was actually very small. It wasn’t a whole lot bigger than her old bedroom. Luckily for Mackenna, it had its own bathroom. The bed wasn’t much to be desired, but it would have to do for now. The television looked like it was from the Seventies and she highly doubted that it worked. There was no fridge, but it looked like a small one could fit in the corner.
Mackenna unpacked her few belongings, crying her eyes out as each item was put into a drawer. All her father let her keep was a few old sweat shirts and jeans. Not wanting to draw attention to herself, she showered and washed off all the makeup she was wearing. After drying off with a sweat shirt, she changed and went out to get something to eat.
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