Take Me Home || Suicide Squad - Joker Love Story

Chapter 2: The Madhouse

Two days ago, I sent in my application via email for a job at the nightclub, The Madhouse. I wasn't sure what the job was exactly since it didn't specify, but I was in desperate need for money and the pay there was pretty good for a nightclub.

Starting at $15 per hour. I would work from 5 pm to 1 am, which made sense since it was a nightclub. It was a lot better than my last job, so I wasn't complaining.

I was getting a bit nervous though. I know that the process can take a while, but rent wasn't the only thing that I needed to pay.

A knock on my door made me flinch slightly. I've been a little paranoid today. I was overdue on my pay to him.

With caution, I walked over to the door and peeked through the peephole. A relieved sigh escaped me when I saw it was only Rebecca and Mason.

I unlocked the door and opened it. "Hey guys." I moved aside to let them in. I forgot that they were coming over today to hang out.

"You alright?" Mason asked. "You seem... off."

I played with my hands nervously. "I haven't paid Oscar yet."

Both of them froze. "How long?" Becca asked.

"Five days, but I still need to pay what I didn't give him last week too." I sat down on the couch.

"Leona," Mason started. "How much do you still owe him?"

I paused for a moment. "$950."

"WHAT?!" They both shouted.

"I thought he only said $400!" Becca said. Outrage evident in her voice.

"Well, he raised the price to $800 and I'm still $150 short from the last payment." I groaned. "And rent is due on Friday, which is another $1300."

Becca rubbed my shoulder to comfort me. "Leona, you can borrow some money from us."

"Yeah." Mason agreed. "We'll help you out."

I shook my head. "No, you guys know I can't do that to you. You've earned that money. Don't waste it on me."

Suddenly, a ping from my computer, indicating an new email, alerted the three of us. I went over and opened up the message.

Ms. Jennings,

Your application has been reviewed and accepted. Come to The Madhouse tonight at 7 pm for an interview. Do not be late.

Sincerely,

Mr. Frost

I stared at the screen, reading the message over and over again. They accepted. They actually accepted!

"What does it say?" Becca asked.

I turned to them smiling. "I got an interview." I said quietly.

Mason frowned. "What?"

"I got an interview!" I jumped up and down.

Mason and Becca cheered along with my, hugging me.

"When is it?" Becca asked.

"Tonight at 7. Do you think you can give me a ride?"

"Girl," She smiled. "You don't even have to ask."

I hugged her. "Thank you." I pulled away, and my eyes widened. "Help me find something to wear."

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After much debate and clothe changing, I settled on wearing a simple button up blue shirt and black skinny jeans. I also decided to wear my grey boot heels.