Clair pov.
I woke up early. Last night was one of the few nights I wasn’t woken up by nightmares of Mr. Stone. Instead, I saw Levi in my dream. How couldn’t I dream about him? All I could think of was him last night. I tried my best not to think about it but I failed. I fell asleep when I was deeply lost in his thoughts.
When I checked the time it was just 6 am. Should I call him? Was it still too early?
I chewed on my lower lip, contemplating on it for some time.
“Ugh. If I don’t do this now, I won't be able to do it ever.” I grunted to myself and unlocked my phone. Without waiting for another minute more, I dialled his number, but he didn’t answer it. I felt my heart sink.
Maybe he really was ignoring me now. Perh
Narrator Clair’s days were filled with studies and taking care of Nolan. And if she had any free time, she had filled it with volunteer work, which she seemed to enjoy. Each morning, she woke up early, fed Nolan before leaving him with the others and went to university. At first, she was anxious about meeting new people. She hoped that she didn’t meet any one who thought she looked familiar. After all, there were times that she was forced to meet people with Mr. Stone. To her relief, the whole place was filled with new faces. She quickly made a couple of new friends who attended the same classes with her and adjusted to the new environment. Thankfully, her new friends were just as supportive and helpful. Just as any typical day, she had fed her son and left the pentho
Clair pov. It was just another typical day. Accept that I feel better. Livelier, happier and more energetic. Is this what just a single conversation with him made me feel like? Just like any other day, I fed Nolan and left for university. As usual, Isla and Sienna were waiting for me by the gate. “Oh. Shucks! I left my phone in the car.” Sienna cursed. Among the three of us, Sienna was the only one who owned a car. “I’ll be right back.” She said in a hurried manner and dashed towards the parking area. “So? Any luck with Carl yet?” I asked Isla. Isla had been trying to catch his eyes for the past few weeks but he just doesn’t seem to be interested in her. Carl was someone who took his studies pretty seriously. He would spend his free time always buried in a book or writing something down. He barely spoke with people other than his close crowd. But being a handsome guy, he had caught the attention of many young girls in the col
Clair pov.What in the world had happened? I was almost certain that I had travelled back in time. Or those vile humans had returned from hell to get me once more. I was 100% positive that it was my doom. But here I am. Once again surrounded by those who cared for me, reassuring me that they will always be there for me as they always had.I knew they would. They had never failed me. They are my family now. And I know for sure that they would always be there for me. And this time, two of my closest friends witnessed one of my panic attacks. They may have left without asking me any questions, but I knew I owed them an explanation.“Do you know some one called Carl from your university?” Austin asked.I smiled and nodded. “Yes.”“I would like to see him and his friends.” Austin told me.I nodded in response. I knew he most probably wanted to question Carl and the gang about the attackers. I knew Austin wouldn
Levi pov. I felt my heart sink to a bottomless pit when she once again ignored my call. Why does she keep doing that? Am I not good enough for her? Am I ugly? Is it because I am not rich? I couldn’t understand. I thought she was the simple and nice type. My heart still refused to believe that she was proud and conceited to only accept handsome and rich guys. I mean, come on, what is so wrong in working hard and finally being successful with your hard work? I played with my phone and ended up sending her a message. I felt like throwing my phone at the wall, shattering it into tiny pieces, but instead, I kept on staring at it. Groaning is despair, I slumped on to my bed and covered my face with my pillow. “Clair.....damn it!” I grumbled in exasperation. “What have you done to me?”
Clair pov. “Woman! We missed you like....this much!” Isla squealed, stretching her arms as wide as she could, as soon as she saw me in the café. Sienna also was grinning from ear to ear when she joined us in a group hug. It has been a week since the incident and I was advised by the doctor to avoid any stress for sometime. So Adira and the others didn’t even allow me to attend classes. They had even got medical leave for me so that I could take leave for a week. It was relaxing. I wouldn’t lie. Perhaps I needed it. But after staying at home for a week, I started to miss my friends. They did call and visit me once. But I missed hanging out with them. So we arranged to meet during the weekend in a café near my place. “I missed you guys too.” I exclaimed as I hugged them back.
Clair pov. I climbed out of the bus, still thinking about how to tell Isla about what I had found out last night. I was still lost in my thoughts as I took slow steps towards the school. I knew I should tell her. But what would she think? “Hey.” I greeted my girls and tried my best to smile at them. “Oh my God there comes Carl.” Isla gasped and hid behind her text book. “How could he see you if you are going to hide like that?” Sienna whisper shouted, trying to lower her books that covered her blushing face. We saw his buddies meet him at the school gate and greet each other. “If you won’t approach him in a proper way, I am going to do it for you!” Sienna warned, pretending to be upset with Isla.
Clair pov. I barely slept after that. I just kept thinking about Isla and Carl. I couldn’t even call her because it was so late at night. And texting was just not convenient for me. I didn’t want her to misunderstand me. I prepared myself and Nolan in a hurry before leaving to catch the bus. The whole bus ride seemed to be longer than usual to me, as I impatiently watched the passing vehicles and buildings. I practically ran towards my two besties who were at the gate as usual. “Hey.” I breathlessly greeted them. “Hey.” Was the glum response. Ooookkk. So were both of them upset with me? “Ummmm....so? How was the date?” I asked, now feeling slightly anxious. Isla sighed and walked away from where I was standing. Sienna glared at me for sometime and scowled. “Clair. Why didn’t you tell her? I mean why didn’t you tell us that Carl was deaf. She found out last night in the most awkward way. Imagine how embar
Narrator The three girls gaped at the four college boys who were walking confidently in their direction. Isla’s heart pounded like crazy in her chest. She suddenly felt as if the temperature had dropped several degrees as her hands and feet started to feel cold. Her stomach churned uncomfortably as she fidgeted on the bench. “What the eff are they doing here?” she whispered as she leaned forward. “How am I supposed to know?” Sienna whispered back. “I kind of have a feeling Carl is here to see you. You had told him that we are coming here. Remember?” Clair pointed out. “But.... He had an assignment. And..... Oh God.” She gasped as they came closer. Her face heated up and soon her cheeks turned pink when she was
Clair povWe had waited until night fell to attack and spent the entire day planning our moves. Levi had told us that the bar opened at night and it most probably would be the easiest time to strike. I just hope that they didn't take Nolan elsewhere."But I don't think they will be stupid enough to take Nolan to her house. Everyone will know that we will look for him." Henry stated"That's true," Austin responded. "We only have one choice. And that is to force one of their men to spill the secrets." He added."How?" I asked, feeling anxious, and silently praying that my baby is fine."We go to the bar, and abduct one of them," Austin replied. "And then after that, we decide what we do next. And Clair, I need you to recognise anyone who you saw in her house last night." He answered.I gulped and nodded. "Okay. I'm ready to do anything for him." He said.
Clair pov"Remember?" I asked. My voice sounded more like a tiny squeak. My heart raced. Was he really recalling his past memories?"Yes. At least some of it." He smiled at his father. "Dad…" he croaked and tears started to roll out of his eyes."It's okay son." His father's voice was shaky when he spoke. Obviously, both of them were overwhelmed with emotions. As I glanced in between them, I felt my own eyes well with tears, which I quickly wiped away with my hands."But…..why am I here? The last thing I remember was pushing you away, because Pamela was going to hit you with a chair." He frowned. I sighed."I guess you received the blow for me." I mumbled. He mouthed a wow and laid silently on
"Why did you do it? What did I do to you? What have you gained by hurting me?" I continued to scream until she managed to place a punch on my abdomen. I staggered back, however, I was quick to recover and glared at the vile woman, who was seething."I hate you! I hate your entire family! I hate your mother! She married the one I love! He should have been mine!" She screamed, shocking me beyond words could describe.What? My aunt had a crush on my father? Her own sister's husband?"What the fuck!" I cursed under my breath. She was insane!"Gah! Why the hell would you care anyway! Inhaled seeing them together. And it was hell to witness their love each and every day!" She was gritting her teeth so hard that I could have sworn that her teeth would fall off."I couldn't bear to see them in love. I hate them and I hate you! I had to see them die! I had to….." she trailed off. However, I was now alerted. She had to see them
Levi povHis shirt was soaked in the crimson colour of his blood. He would apparently be in pain, however it seemed to be the least of his concerns. His chest heaved as he gasped for breath."I...I don't know." He gulped.I narrowed my eyes on him. I knew that he was lying. They had to know."Boss…..whoa!" Another male voice caught my attention. A scrawny young man, with dreadlocks walked out of another room. His eyes darted from me to the two who were at the base of the staircase. His eyes widened, most probably realised that the man was injured."Hey! Stand back! I swear I won't hesitate to shoot!" I warned them, as I pointed my gun at him. I heard a thud. When I looked around, the man who was beside Pamela had dropped her body and ran up the stairs."Shit!" I cursed. He got away."Stand back!" I warned the man with dreadlocks."Okay, okay. I'm just working for money. Like I am
Levi pov.They had opened the bar for the night, so only a few people were inside. I made sure my Glock was in place and well covered with my jacket. It was pathetic that they didn't check if I was armed. Well, perhaps they were too new at this. Good for me.I scanned the surroundings. Since the place had opened a few minutes ago, workers were still trying to set the place up. The disco lights lit the place up in multiple colours. The place slowly started to get crowded, as groups of young people started to enter the place. Making sure that my fake beard and hat was in place, I tried to look for anyone who might know the owner of this place. The workers here will certainly know something about her.One person was already at the counter ordering a drink. I walked over to the counter and ordered a drink for myself and glanced at the man beside me. His drink was in front of him, but he didn't seem to be in a hurry to down it. He had his face bur
Narrator "Be careful son….." Jack told his son for the nth time, fearing for the safety of his son. However, he didn't try to stop him, since he knew that he wouldn't stop even if he pleaded. Besides, only Levi seemed to have an idea of where they had taken Clair. "Of course I will dad." He promised, patting on his belt, where he had hidden his loaded pistol. When Austin secretly handed it to him when they left, he had never thought that he would be in a situation when he would have to use it, so he had kept it hidden under his clothes in his luggage. However, he was now ready to use everything he had learnt from Austin to save the girl he had fallen in love with. "Maybe we should get help from the police ." Jack stated. Levi sat in the front seat, thinking about it. "Wouldn't it be a waste of time?" He asked. "No. What would you do alone, Levi? It will be easier to face them if you have someone on
Narrator"No way!" Levi hissed, staring at Clair with widened eyes. She nodded, pausing her lips."There is no doubt. It is her." She replied. Her heart was still pounding hysterically in her chest."Hey, come on, let's go home. The afternoon sun will bake you in a few hours if you're going to stay out in the open." Levi's mother called, standing a few feet away from them, as she waved frantically at them to follow her."We are coming." Levi called and they followed them back home."I never thought I'd actually come face to face with someone like that." Levi mumbled under his breath. "Let me kick her ass." He added in a silent whisper."No. Let her be. She has sold me off and now, I believe she doesn't have any right over me." Clair replied, sighing, secretly hoping that she doesn't have any clever ideas."If you say so." Levi sighed. "What is her name?" He asked, making Clair chuckle.
Clair pov.To say I was nervous for the rest of the day would be an understatement. I couldn't focus on anything. So I excused myself and retreated to my room. Besides Nolan needs his nap, so Levi's parents didn't seem to suspect anything.As soon as I entered the room, I changed Nolan's clothes to a fresh one and put him to take his nap, and it was only then I could really think about what I had seen.It definitely was her. My aunt. But what was she doing in this village? And if she is with that person called Miggy, I honestly wonder what kind of research they were doing? To start some projects? She most certainly doesn't seem like the person who would start anything good. I didn't have a good feeling about it.I needed to find out what she was doing. If she was involved in whatever 'project' Miggy was about to start, I am almost a hundred percent positive that it wouldn't be anything good.Or maybe I shouldn't meddle in it
Clair pov"I don't know if he will remember anything." The therapist said, sighing. "I cannot say for sure. I mean it may or may not work." She said, making me bite my lower lip, frowning in concern. It was exactly what I had feared. He might never remember his past."Is there anything we can do to help? Anything?" I asked, hoping to hear a positive response.She sighed and leaned back. The creases on her forehead meant that she was in deep thought. The therapist had asked me to meet her separately after today's session, while he waited for me in the waiting area."Why don't you take him to his village? That might help him remember his past?"She suggested. I nodded in response and thanked her before leaving.We had taken Levi to be checked as soon as things got settled. Austin paid the amount his 'boss' demanded, and Levi started his training sessions. He had blended in with the Mafia family. About two months have pa