She spoke then.
“Elayna, don’t worry. I have your back. We will find a way. We just have to put our heads together and think.”
“I already have. I see none. He watches me like a hawk. Even today I had to have clearance just to leave my own home and come here.”
“You’ve tried leaving?’
“No, but I’ve been scoping out the place.The morning sickness isn’t helping . I’m sick from the time I wake up until two o’clock in the day. It’s horrible.”
“I’ve got something for that.” Danita got up then and went into the kitchen.
Just then her front doorbell rang.
Elayna paid it no attention.
Pete stood there waiting for her. Then spoke when she stood in front of him. “Mr. King is waiting for you.” “Alright. Have any of the guests arrived? He said we were entertaining company tonight.” “Yes ma’am. The guests have arrived.” “I am late then?” He laughed at that. It reminded him of a time when she was always late and always trying to make a good first impression with these uptight rich people. Now she was polished, and refined, they still hated her for being born poor, but they treated her much better. Elayna picked up the pace and walked faster. She lifted the front of her dress a few inches, as she descended the staircase. She heard the sound of stringed instrumen
Mrs. Black was impressed with the beauty of it. “I must say you have a lovely garden,Elayna.” “Thank you. It once was a passion of mine. I don’t have the time for it now. I don’t really come here much. I’m not really allowed to...” She trailed off. She had said too much. “Ahhh.” There was a quiet pause. “I was so worried about you.” Elayna said and sat down on the stone bench beside her. “So was I.” Mrs. Black admitted. “I woke up to find out that my husband had also been shot.” “Oh my ! I’m so sorry… I didn’t know...Was it Alvarez?” She asked. “That’s what everyone is saying
She kissed Nick on his lips then, and rushed on “Go! I will see you later tonight. Wait for my signal” He turned around and went through the bushes the same time as she stepped out of the cabana. She was a little surprised he still knew how to get in and out of her home so well. Bradley looked upset and something else she couldn’t quite tell. She had pasted on a happy smile as soon as she saw him coming. “I’m sorry darling,” She rushed on, “I just needed some air. I heard you calling me. Is everything alright?” She hoped she sound saccharin and genuine. She must have because he smiled at her and spoke then. “Just checking on you, darling. A married man has the right to check up on his wife.” He smiled at her.
“We have to go Nick.” Elayna urged him. “Yes. Let’s go.” Nick said. Smiling down at her. Pete walked up to them then and handed her a manila envelope. “You may need this.” Elayna opened it to find pictures, emails, and financial records of her husbands offshore business accounts. She also saw evidence that proved he was behind framing Alvarez for the shooting and ousting his criminal dealings so he would benefit solely from it. It was everything. Would it be enough to stop him? She asked herself as she put it all hack inside of the envelope quickly. Pete had just saved her. She hugged him then. “Thank you for this.” She whispered.
Tell me detective, what did she do when you drove her to the airport back to that monster?” He clenched his jaw, already knowing the answer. “She cried.” He furnished. It all dawned on him then. She wasn’t quiet because she was sweet or graceful. It was because she was an abused spouse. “I thought it was out of happiness.” “Everyone does. Everyone thinks she is the luckiest woman in the world. She is in the most danger. We have to keep her safe. He will kill her before he allows her to divulge the truth about him.” “You’re in love with her aren’t you?” He didn’t answer that. “Just promise me.” Nick said.
“We are free.” She looked into his eyes confused by his words. “What do you mean “free” ? “ “I mean we gave enough evidence to where your husband will be in jail for a very long time. We are free to leave or to stay. Free to start a life together.” He was so joyous at the thought. No more secrets. No more hiding his love for her. “Yes, speaking of starting our lives together there is something I have been meaning to tell you about. When I was with Bradley I became ill and fainted. He had the doctor take a look and she says I’m pregnant. It’s your baby Nick.” He looked like he was in shock. “You’re pregnant? I&n
Nick awoke to the sound of Mr. King shouting and the feeling of freezing cold water being splashed on his face. He coughed and sputtered as he became conscious. The water jarred him back to the land of living, while leaving his head pounding and swimming. He adjusted his eyes to the dark atmosphere. Where was he? He asked himself. He quickly answered when his gaze landed on Mr. King. He had that evil grin on his face. Although Nick’s right eye was swollen shut he could see two large figures standing with Mr. King as well. “You have become a major pain in my ass.” He leaned forward, making sure he was inches away for Nick’s face. “Hit him !” He commanded, and one of his goons walked up to him. He felt a swift fist punch his midsection. He
Elayna opened her eyes and within seconds realized she was back in her home in her husband’s bed. Had it all been a dream? She asked herself. She was about to sit up when she felt something stinging her left arm. She looked around then. She had been wrong. She was not in Bradley’s room but her own. She had an I.V. in her left hand. Her room looked like a hospital room. There were various medical machines and beeping noises. She felt the back of her head throbbing and touched it. It was wrapped in gauze. The sunlight poured into the room. She remembered the explosion and hitting her head. She also remembered who had caused it all. Last night had been real, she thought. She tried to get out bed once more and noticed she was handcuffed to the bed. She heard Bradley’s voice then. He was standing by the window looking out on their property.