Chapter 8 Summary

Jamal and Tito meet the Scorpion gang at the old firehouse behind Marcus Garvey Park. The firehouse is an abandoned building boarded up and locked, but with a window in the back that can be easily reached and opened. When Jamal and Tito enter, they find a cozy set-up with a TV and chairs occupied by Blood, Terry, Indian and Angel - The Scorpions.

By this time, the rest of the Scorpions know that Mack has told Jamal that Randy wants him to take over the gang. They are not happy with this idea. As the arguing gets heated, Jamal opens his coat, and everyone can see the gun. The Scorpions back off. Jamal says if Randy wants him to run the Scorpions, he will. The gang does not like it because he is so young. Jamal says Tito will join, too. Tito...