It was very dark, I could hardly see the palm of my hand and those guys were coming after me, the worst thing was that I was running without any special direction, I just knew I had to run away from those guys no matter what.There were dry leaves and many branches, I dodged everything in front of me, the surface was uneven, so much so that I had to run barefoot. I kept running as much as I could, but my strength was also running out.In an unexpected movement I tripped over something and started to roll downhill, colliding with everything in front of me, I could even feel my ribs colliding with a very thick branch which made me change direction. I kept rolling until I fell to the bank of a kind of stream.My body was sore, I touched my side and felt a strong pain, most likely I had a fracture or something like that, but at least I could no longer hear the voices of those guys coming after me. I had to move from the spot, knowing those people for sure they would come for me.I got bac
-Hold on! -Tom exclaimed, accelerating the bike further. While I was holding on tightly to his waist he was driving and sometimes shooting backwards. I could not believe I was in this situation, I was so afraid that a bullet would hit me in the back or in the head. As they were coming behind me, I didn't even notice. Maybe we were about half way, in the distance I could see some lights, I could not distinguish well because of the water that blurred my vision. -I think there are boats coming! -he let me know.As the boats approached, Tom slowed down.-Why are you stopping? -I asked.-I think I recognized someone.At that moment, a bunch of armed men came out of the two boats that were near us and started shooting at the guys who were behind us. I covered my ears because of the noise the shots were making, but I don't know what happened that I fell into the water. It was cold. When I surfaced, Tom was also in the water.-Beth! -someone shouted from the boat. It was Nick, he was dressed
NICHOLAS-Please, you can choose any place you want to eat," he said confidently, leaving the building, I didn't want her to feel uncomfortable just by taking her to expensive or luxurious places, "I'll go quietly wherever you go," I nodded to make her feel comfortable.-Are you sure?" she frowned, still not believing my word.-If I'm telling you, it's just because, Beth," we got into my car. By the way, I know all these men you see here must make you nervous or uncomfortable, I know you're not used to seeing this, but it's for your safety.-I know and believe me, I still don't get the idea of having people like this near me," she buckled her seat belt, "but we have to talk about something very serious," she said glaring at me, deep down I knew what she meant, but I didn't want any lies between us, that way I would finish what little I have gained with her.-I smiled to get out of the uncomfortable topic, I started the car and we left.-Nick-he asked with his eyes straight ahead-why a
-I am...I was waiting for Nicholas' answer, I needed him to tell me the truth once and for all. I knew there was something fishy going on there but I couldn't figure out what at the moment. To tell the truth Tony looked like he was a very dangerous guy. And I didn't like Nicholas having dealings with them.-Nicholas?A female voice brought us out of our important conversation and made us turn our faces to a girl who came on the arm of a little girl. Nicholas had been half in shock when he saw her, suddenly his mood changed and he became serious. He clenched his jaw and his fists.-Amanda?-Nicholas, what a surprise to see you here," he approached with a smile. The girl was fair-skinned, her hair was yellow, her features were fine. The truth is that she was very pretty. And she was dressed young. My heart began to beat faster because I sensed something. And I hated when I sensed things because later they ended up being true.-Same here," Nick replied. Now they were seeing each other s
-I don't know what things you have in your head and knowing you as you are, most probably you must be thinking the worst of me -his face was very serious, it seemed that he was determined to make his last move, in reality even if he told me the things as such my decision could not change it, I already started a relationship with Nate and I never break my promises, so whatever Nick told me would not change at all -but the truth of it all is that...My cell phone started to vibrate, it was a call from mom, it was strange that she was calling me and even more at this hour.-Wait a moment -I moved away a little bit so she wouldn't hear the conversation.-Beth? -Mom's voice was sobbing -I need you to come home please.-What's wrong mom? -Since I heard her tone of voice I went into alarm mode -I can't hear you very well.-It's your father...-What about him? I put a hand to my chest, I felt something wrong, I started to breathe sharply, I hope it wasn't serious news.-He had an accident wit
-We'll prepare it right now," said the doctor, "We can't waste any more time," and he left down a corridor.-For God's sake, I don't know how to thank you, Nate," Mom came up to him, "Thank you so much, believe me, I'll owe you for this.-Don't worry, ma'am, that's nothing and if I have the opportunity to help someone I do it. Without any interest in return.-You're a good boy, Nate, you deserve a good woman.Nate saw me when mom said that.-And I think I got her.I looked down because I felt a little uncomfortable, besides Nate would give a large sum of money and I really didn't want to be in debt with him. Or with anyone.-Thank you very much indeed.-Nate, can we talk? -I approached him.-Sure.I signaled Mom that I was on my way back, took Nate down the hall because I needed to tell him a few things.-What's wrong?-Yes, why are you doing this? -I crossed my arms and faced him, "that's a lot of money, I couldn't pay you back even if I worked for five years. Maybe we should look fo
lexMy knuckles are starting to hurt a little, they bleed and make it clear that I have to stop. But I can't, the adrenaline in my body, the rage, makes me not want to do it. I put my hand out and hit the guy in front of me hard, causing him to fall on his back.“Lex, enough is enough. Trust me, Morbix learned his lesson from him.” I thought I heard Gary's voice, but I decide to ignore it. I crouch down and grab the guy by the collar of his shirt. His face is bruised and bloody."S-stop," he manages to say, almost pleading. I grab my hand again and raise it, determined to take another hit. Just to show him that no one plays with me, no one messes with me. Neither with me, nor with mine."Lex, please." You're going to kill him,” Wade says, behind me. I stop my fist in midair and decide whether to last hit or not. With people like him, I have no mercy."He doesn't deserve it," was what I said. The look of the guy in front of me was dark, tired. He had too dilated irises. He looked like
—Daniela!My mother's scream coming from downstairs made me… no, the truth is that the house is not two stories. I don't even know why I said that, I guess that's how some stories start, right? Well, what were we up to? Ah yes, the shout coming from my mother from the living room made me open my eyes immediately, wincing afterwards. It wasn't even a school day and she was yelling at... —I look at the bedside clock—...nine in the morning.—Daniiii! Ella, she yells again. She covered my face with the pillow and gasped. They don't let me rest.-I'm going! She answered before she can think of yelling again. I get up from my warm bed and put on my slippers. I see myself in the mirror, making a face of horror afterwards. Messy hair, dark circles and marks from sleeping so much. I make a loose bow and go out.I find my mother coming to my place."Can't you guess what happened?" She —she looks a little excited, I don't know. She carries some papers in her hands.-What happened? Her.” She cros