Adam
I have been feeling ballsy recently since I managed to escape Jay again. I finally managed to find James. He works at the main police station Springs Precinct. I need to scope him out before I trust him. This time I managed to get a disguise before I walked into the station. I’m going to pose as a delivery guy with a hideous wig and fake beard in case he was given my identity.
I walked in and adjusted my cap as I made my way to the desk. I worked hard on this last night after I saw something like this on one of the crime tv shows. I wore gloves as I inserted a typed copy of a burner phone number in an envelope. I even made sure I did it on a clean surface and bagged the envelope in a courier packet. The clothing was easy to replicate black jeans, a red shirt that’s similar but without the logo. I wore a puffer jacket to make it look like the logo on the left chest will be cov
James I contemplated calling this anonymous number for many reasons but his accusation of me being a fraud was not called for. I have never been a fraud in my life and being a detective is an honor because I get to follow in my father’s footsteps and make him proud. He was honorable and served the city to his dying breath and here he is calling me a fraud. “What did you just say?” I asked. “You heard me,” he scoffed, “I know you pretended to be with her so you could stab her in the back,” he sounded angry. “Look whoever you are, you have the wrong person. I have never been a fraud nor do I want to be one so whatever you think you know is wrong. You should stop wasting my time with your accusations. If you have a problem with how I do my job feel free to file a complaint with the departmen
Kioni I had a nightmare last night and Nick comforting me didn’t make me feel safe. I felt like a caged bird whose wings have been clipped and I need to be free. I felt tired and angry and I needed space but Nick wouldn’t let me have a moment to myself. “Baby, please open the door. Let’s talk about it,” he pleaded. “Not now, Nick,” I stood firm with my decision, "I need a moment to myself.” I had locked myself in the bathroom and was refusing to open the door for him. I might have been acting immature but I needed a moment to think for myself. I needed a clear head especially after the dream I had. It felt real, something that had happened to me before. “Honey, please,” there was a pause for a while, “Come back to bed it’s still too early. Pl
Kioni I felt like a school kid, called into the principal’s office as I squirmed and shifted on the sofa as doctor Singa looked at me. I didn’t know where to begin because I was still confused by everything. I played with the sleeves of my hoodie. “Why don’t you tell me about your day yesterday,” he asked. “It was the same as always,” I responded before I fell silent. “I can tell by your response that something happened?” he spoke as I looked up at him catching him fixing his glasses as he continued, “Yesterday when I left you had discovered that Nick makes you happy and when I spoke to him this morning he seemed worried about you,” “I know and I feel bad about it,” I sighed. “But?” he urged as h
Nick Ki was the only person capable of bringing out all the emotions in me. She could bring out the best and the worst in me. I had been the best version of myself for her and I believed I had made progress and now she was forcing my hand. I needed to make her forget about James and if it meant I have to do shock therapy on her so the memories finally vanish for good I would. I couldn’t focus on anything else because I needed to make sure she doesn’t get more memories later on. I needed to get her subdued immediately. I don’t care about anything else that they are talking about because the feelings she has to develop are supposed to be for me alone. I needed to get back to my house and settle this. Besides doctor Singa, I was the only one who knew about the Valium. She needed one immediately and I was kicking myself for leaving her at
Nick “Nick, what are you doing back?” she asked. “Sorry to disturb your session but can I speak with you,” I say as I walk to her. “What is going on?” she asked getting up, “Did something happen?” “I’ll leave you two,” Doctor Singa added. “Thanks,” I gave him a nod and looked at Ki, “Hey,” I smiled as I hugged her. “You are back early. Did something happen?” she asked again. “No,” I responded, “I’m back because I have to go on a trip today. It’s last-minute, and I couldn’t cancel. I hate leaving you here all alone.” “I’m not alone. Rosalyn will keep me company,” she pushed me back looking at me with a sm
James “Do you think this will work?” I asked the moment I got out of the car. “Tori knows her shit. If she said it will work, it will,” Nigel added as his phone rang, “Tori,” he answered with enthusiasm looking at me with an I told you so look, “Yes. Perfect,” he nodded, “Okay see you soon,” he said. “And?” I asked, looking at him. “She will be here soon,” he said, “She is bringing us watches,” he grinned. “Watches?” I raised my eyebrow, “What will the watches do?” I asked as I leaned on my car. “You are about to find out,” he responded, nodding at a black jeep. The car pulled and Tori walked out with a huge smile on her face.
James “It’s not her,” I took a deep breath. Thank God it’s not her. I could finally breathe and calm down. I had gotten a call two hours ago that a girl matching Ki’s description had been found 80 miles away from Springs City in the woods by some hikers. The drive was long and excruciating because I was praying it wasn’t her. I pulled my phone as I walked a few feet away from the scene to call Nigel. “Is it her?” there was uncertainty in his voice. “No,” I shook my head to myself looking back at the scene, “I almost thought it was her when I noticed the hair,” I paused thinking back to a few minutes ago. I almost lost it when I saw the same curls as hers from afar and ran faster, almost tripping
Harper I felt like an idiot for falling in love with Conrad. He was a two-timing snake and a cheater. I had fallen for his lies. He told me he had broken things off with his ex but I caught them kissing in his car when he was supposed to be waiting for me to give me a ride. I heard the main door opening and I quickly wiped my tears and sniffed quickly making my way to the stairs. James was home early today and if he saw me like this he would lose it. He would call Nigel and both of them would harass Conrad. I just know it. “Harper,” he called out. “Hi, James,” I cleared my throat looking ahead, “I’ll be in my room,” I added starting to move. “Hey,” he walked and held my wrist, “I have a surprise for you.”
KioniTrue happiness is what I felt. We were sitting having breakfast before the guys left the table, one after the other. It was all so weird. I looked around the table and everyone seemed to be oblivious. I wanted to go check what was happening outside, but the girls stopped me and began having a conversation about what we had for our dinner last night.“I should get the recipe and make this for Wayne.”“I’m not a skilled cook, but I loved the sauce.” Dani added.“That meat was so tender.” Gaby smiled.“Mhh, it was melting in my mouth.” Faith chided.“Faith ate for two.” Harper laughed&ldq
HarperA few months later,I had made some progress and was ready for this holiday. Tomorrow is going to be a big day. I looked at my suitcases and gleefully smiled.“Harper!”“Coming,” I shouted. I ran down the stairs. “What?” I scoffed.Sam has been my bodyguard. This was not by choice. It was annoying. I preferred the other guard, though I don’t remember his name. He never talked much. Unlike Sam, who takes every chance to speak.“You have a visitor,” he said. “Make it quick. We have to leave soon. I’m not getting in trouble because of you.”“
AdamWith my injured leg and James’ injured shoulder, we almost struggled to keep Harper steady. Her strength was almost impossible to rear.“Thank you.” James said with a sigh.“Don’t mention it.”“It’s over.”“Yeah, it is,” I said, looking at the car where Nick was.“I should go with her to the hospital.”“I’m right behind you.” I nodded.James and my sister left with Harper in the same ambulance. Sebastian, Morgan and Gaby had also gone ahead. We were all being taken to Dawson Hospital
SebastianLesson learnt. Nick was just as canny as his father. He kept surprising me. He had an army. Over twenty men, I'm sure. He knew we were coming. He was prepared. I didn’t do enough to catch him. I should have followed the money theory harder. If I was aware of how vigorous he was, things would have been different. We wouldn’t be in this situation. Nick was worse than his father.“You two stay here. Help is almost here. I have to get in there.”“Don’t get killed,” Adam said.“Be careful,” Nigel said.I gave them both a nod and moved. I was a little rusty, but I prayed I could manage. I ran inside, dodging all the bullets. Before I got in, I saw him ducking his head. Nigel had my back.
NickHiring people to take Kioni to the mansion was a plan in the works for a long time. All the months of planning and watching from afar were necessary. I was going to take Kioni either way. She belonged to me. They all underestimated me. Underestimating the love I felt for her. She was mine, and I was going to make it crystal clear.Everything was set. I was prepared for a fight. One of two things was going to happen. Kioni was going to come to me or I was going to go take her. No army of guards was going to stop me because I had an army of my own. An army I spent a lot of money on and they were the best.Charles taught me one thing that stuck with me. Being resourceful and passionate enough to grasp the moment. My moment was now staring at me. They really made it easy for me. We were going to get married. She looked stunning in that
HarperThey always sideline me. As much as they were, I was involved in this as well. I would be devastated if something happened to Kioni or Gaby. I was actually devastated. That’s why when they were leaving, I followed them.I jumped into Morgan’s car with the bodyguard. He didn’t even know his boss had left with the others when I told him to drive. We were not really seeing eye to eye because the drive started off in an argument.“You know you are going to get me in trouble,” he eyed me with the corner of his eye.“I don’t care. Just drive.” I yelled.“I don’t even know where they went.” he yelled back.“They must have driven pa
KioniMy head hung low from a chair. I opened my eyes and looked around. My hands were chained to a chair. I sat straight and looked around.“Gaby!” I shouted. She was lying on the floor. “Gaby. Wake up.”“You are awake,” Nick emerged from behind me. “How do I look?”“What are you doing?” I asked him, “What did you do to her?”“Come on, Kiki,” he laughed, “This is what we always wanted.”“I don't want this.” I creased my face in disgust. “I know everything you did to me.”“I did nothing you didn’t want.” he walked a
MorganMy phone was ringing, but it was not on the nightstand. It was ringing somewhere on the floor close to the door; I think. My head was pounding like crazy. Someone shaking me made me open my eyes. I blinked a couple of times, hoping the room would stop spinning.I stumbled off the bed and looked around. There were two women in my bed and one on the floor. I did not know what was going on. The ringing was so loud. All I wanted was to go back to bed. Sleep off the dizzy.“Make it stop.” the woman on the floor stirred.I moved to find my phone. I had no idea what the hell was happening. When I got my phone, I almost threw it on the floor. I wanted to hurl. I scrunched and answered the call.
SebastianThe shouting inside was hurting my ears even as I stood outside smoking. I don’t even know how they all ended up shouting like that. They have all drifted, of course, from the actual issue.Morgan’s idea made sense. Nick would do anything to get to Kioni. All this time we had focussed on that factor. We had her protected at all times that it was difficult for him to try something. That’s why he easily spotted the weaker spot.Harper.How many weak spots could he see? I drew a big puff and stared at nothing. I wish I could drown all the noise. Prison was usually peaceful at this time of the night. Their annoying fighting was actually making me miss the serenity.“I thought you had gone home,” I to