“What? What is he doing here?” I turned to Connor and whispered to him. “Apparently. He and a group of other people organized the whole thing.” Connor answered. “We need to leave. Right now!” Connor said, pulling me and the four of us turned to leave. “Hi guys. You are going to miss the fun.” Connor’s dad appeared from nowhere in front of us. “It’s just about to get real interesting and you guys leaving already?” He said again and I felt Connor’s grip tighten, I knew his other hand has already turned into a fist. “It’s none of your business.” Connor snapped, walking past his dad. We got to the opening and the security guards stopped us, making a shield. “Hey. You must be Alannah?” Connor’s dad said, smiling and bringing forth his hands for an handshake, Connor’s tightening grip made me realize he didn’t want me taking his hand. Scared, I ignored the handshake and Mr. Steve dropped his hand. “That’s pretty rude, you know? But I’m not mad.” He said smiling. Julia a
**CONNOR** Alannah had just went head on with my dad, what if he’d hurt her? What if he’d done something to her and I couldn’t do anything back? What if I’d just stood and watch Alannah get hurt? All those questions were running through my mind, getting me angry and the anger just kept building up in me. Just yesterday we were having what seemed like the perfect day, I knew going to a fair was a bad idea but I had no idea we were going to a fair that my father had hosted. I was silent all through the car ride and I felt as Alannah looked at me, she could probably see that I’m mad at her right now. We got home and the car pulled up at the garage, making our way inside the building. “Goodnight.” Julia said sniffing, still pretty shaken and terrified of what had happened back there. Alannah was sitting on a chair, tied up and if I’d wasted one second the huge ball above her head would be released and would’ve fallen on her or me. Seeing her best friend in that situati
How could she still say she loves me? She placed her head on my shoulder and after a while I noticed she was asleep, she needed the sleep, she’s been stressed and also had a great shock today. I lifted her up and carried her in my arms bridal style, she flinched a little but finally relaxed in my embrace. I carried her up to our room and placed her gently on the bed, taking much care so I wouldn’t wake her up. I decided I needed a bath too and just as I was about to start pulling of my clothes, I heard my phone ring. I picked it up and the caller ID identified Uncle Matt, he probably has a lead already I thought as I picked up the call. “Uncle?” I said answering my call in a low tone. “Connor, I have news.” He said. “Okay, Share.” I answered, standing up and pacing the room. “Your father is back and I heard he’s in Paris, he had hosted a fair that killed a lot of people but sadly, he’ll be getting away with it. But, I’m gonna make sure he doesn’t, I’ll nab him and make him pay
**ALANNAH** These past days had been horrific, first an attack, then meeting Connor’s dad and the fair. Julia spent days blaming herself for suggesting we went. She healed after a while and everyone of us went about our daily business. Connor controlling ACE from Paris and Julia and Adrian running their joint business, for a while we’d forgotten about the unfortunate events. “What do you guys say we go for a picnic this afternoon.” Connor suggested. We spoke about it earlier and we decided everyone needs a break especially Julia, she needs to overcome her new fear of going outside. Adrian agreed and I nodded. “No. I’ll just stay in.” Julia said and somehow we’d expected that. I decided I was going to talk to her, after breakfast, the guys took a walk and I decided it was time to talk to Julia. “It’d be fun, Julia. Please.” I said pleading and hoping she’d agreed. “No. I just want to stay in, what if something even more horrible happens? No, I don’t want tha
“YES.” Julia shrieked and my stomach churned. Julia shared the news happily but the churn in my stomach did not stop. How am I to tell Connor I’m pregnant? How do I break the news of him being a father to him? I want this baby, but does he want it just as much as I do? Questions kept running through my mind, unanswered questions. What do I do? Was the last ultimate question I’d asked myself. “You’re going to tell him right? Why are you crying?” Julia asked and it was then I knew I was crying. “Don’t you want the baby?” Julia asked and I was still silent. “Just, whatever decision you choose to make, I’m gonna support you through it. Okay?” Julia finally finished and I eventually got the courage to look at her. “I want the baby.” I said, I know that for sure. “I mean, you don’t have unprotected sex and not be ready for what comes out of it.” I said as I smiled. “But, does he though? Does he want it just as much as I do?” I asked, looking at Julia with teary eyes and she only
**CONNOR** Alannah turned to continue the movie but I just couldn’t concentrate, I looked over at Adrian and I think he felt the same way, he was eating his nails, an act he does whenever he is anxious, scared or worried. Will my dad really go this far? I was asking myself, I knew he wouldn’t stop but I wasn’t expecting that he’d go this far, I’m more worried about my friends, they’re in danger now because of me. I pinched the bridge of my nose now, I’m really stressed. “Should we get to our room?” Alannah asked and I was grateful, I just want to coil up with her in bed. I nodded and we said goodnight to Adrian and Julia. We got to our room and prepared to sleep, I laid, Alannah did too, she laid on my chest and I just kept stroking her hair as I always did while she kept tracing whatever it was she was tracing on my chest. She looked like she had something to say too but I didn’t want to disturb her or pressure her too much, she would let it out eventually. The th
The ring from my phone woke me up from my deep slumber, I opened my eyes to see that it was already bright, Alannah wasn’t in the room. “How long have I slept for?” I asked myself, squinting and scanning the room, I found my phone. “Hello.” I said into the phone, I’ve been receiving more calls than usual these past few days, I waited for a response but there was none. “Hello?” I said again and this time, I heard what sounded like muffled noises, opening my eyes widely. “Hello.” I called and this time, I was already frustrated. “Okay, sorry about that. I was, uhm, busy. With something.” The voice said, it sounded familiar, it was the same voice that had spoken with me yesterday. “What do you want?” I asked as I groaned. “Actually, I don’t want anything, I really just wanted to pass an information.” The voice said, clearly testing my patience and trying to see how much longer I can hold on for. I kept quiet, said nothing and waited for “anonymous” to speak. “But be
**ALANNAH** “They were what?” I screamed, terrified. “Kidnapped.” Connor replied “But, they’re fine now, thanks to Uncle Matt.” Connor smiled and all of us let out a breath of relief. Connor was smiling and happy they’re safe but I am more terrified now, Connor’s dad would go too far to get Connor to step down and hand Ace over to him, “what is it about Ace anyway?” I thought to myself. “Who am I kidding? Ace is the biggest name in America, so of course it’s a really big deal” I shrugged. I’ve thought about telling Connor about my Uncle and my pregnancy, but with everything going on, I probably won’t. “Alannah, they’re fine now and under protection. You don’t need to worry.” Connor said, placing his hands on my shoulder, he probably saw that I was worried and he thought of clearing it. “I know.” I whispered and closed my eyes. “There’s something I need to tell you Connor.” I opened my eyes and turn to look at him. “Okay? What is it?” Connor laughed as he f