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Chapter Twenty
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The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Twenty-One
It was later in the day, Austin was in the kitchen cooking dinner while I was slowly starting to fix the house. I say slowly as my arms were still hurting, but I refused to stay in this house if it looked as though a tornado had gone through it. I walk over to the mantle piece, picking up the broken photo of Roman, Austin and me. It was taken around two years ago, we had just gone on a holiday up north and the weather was so nice. It was the first day Austin and I actually got along, which is why a photo was taken.With a tiny sigh, I take the photo out of the broken picture frame which goes in the bin. Before I could dwell more on the past, my phone that was sat on the counter makes a text noise. As Austin was closer, he picks it up thankfully, only able to see the name.“A text from Jacob” he tells me which instantly makes my eyes grow wide, I place the photo back down before making my way over to Austin. “Who’s Jacob?” He asks as he hands me over the phone, while I click on the mes
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Twenty-Two
Jacob and I spoke for a few hours, at first it was hard to decode what he was trying to say without actually saying it. But after awhile, it became easy and I feel like we got somewhere. Don’t get me wrong, I’m still terrified that Markus might find out where I don’t even want to imagine what he’d do, but I’m less alarmed than I was before I spoke to Jacob today.He told me to keep my head down and focus on staying alive, at first I thought he was being dramatic but I knew how Markus was. He said it was good I hadn’t been around Markus much, apparently, he’s on this destructive rampage right now. This only worried me due to Austin being around him constantly, but I knew how important Austin was for Markus’s business so he couldn’t do anything that bad to him. I tried to make him explain to me what he meant by destructive rampage, but he told me as I have to be around Markus a lot he didn’t want to scare him. But him telling me that alone, only scared me more!Just before he left he ga
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Twenty-Three
It’s been a week since I had that meeting with Jacob, it was finally time for me to get back to work. My face had somewhat healed, it wasn’t as bruised anymore but the cuts and gashes were still there. My boss did tell me I can have more time off, but honestly, I needed to get out the house and allow my mind to think about others things. Sitting in the house all day allowed thoughts of Markus, worrying about everything with Jacob but also, the memory of the attack to consume my mind.Austin was also somewhat against the idea, he told me I could quit my job all together and he’d take care of everything. I thanked him for his kind offer, but told him I definitely cannot quit my job and how would we explain that to Roman when he got back? He kept telling me he’d sort it but I still shook my head, I liked my job in a sense and I wasn’t about to just quit on the spot.Austin would have dropped me off to work but he told me he had to leave really early, he had some business to attend to tha
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Twenty-Four
Markus was now sat at the counter eating his food, for whatever reason he always decides to eat there. There were many tables around which would be so much better to eat at, but he always takes up the counter! I knew this was to be close to me more, the only time I’m away from the counter is when I’m cleaning tables off. After Brooke and I’s little conversation, I would see her sending me worried looks which I’d have to ignore.I had just taken someone’s order when I hear Markus sigh, as I look over I see he had finished eating and was pulling his wallet out to pay. Thankfully, this little encounter was drawing to a close!“The food here never fails to impress me” he says whilst handing me the money, I send him a smile opening the register before handing him his change. “Oh before I forget, I want you and Austin to join me in a little meet up this weekend, it’s with some high up members in my company” he tells me which does make worry start to feel my body, last time I went anywhere w
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Twenty-Five
In no time, I was walking through the door finally arriving home. The walk this time around was a little bit more stressful, there were strong winds that nearly blew me into the road! But also, I couldn’t stop thinking about this meet up that Austin and I need to attend, what crazy situations is Markus planning for us this time?! But also, what is Jacob going to make me do when I get there? I know this is the right thing to do and it’ll free us from Markus in the end, but I can’t help but worry for what the future holds.I place my coat and bag by the door before walking into the main part of the apartment, where I spot Austin fast asleep on the sofa. A smile makes its way onto my lips looking over at him, this is a sight I haven’t saw for awhile. Back before all of this happened, whenever I’d come home I would find Austin asleep on the sofa. At the time, I’d think this was so annoying and complain how lazy he was. But now I know him better and know what he does in the day for Markus,
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Twenty-Six
I was soon walking back into the apartment, I was hoping Austin wouldn’t ask too many questions on why I took so long. I wasn’t that long, but it definitely took longer than taking a bin out should take. As I walk into the kitchen I see Austin wasn’t at the table anymore, but as at the sink cleaning all the mess up.“I could have done that” I say pointing to what he was doing, I know he’ll do a good job at the washing up but I’m the one that cooked, I made the mess I should be the one to clean it.“I can handle it, you cooked so it’s only right that I wash up. Go and eat your food before it gets cold” he tells me with a look, I knew this meant he wouldn’t take no for an answer.I thank him walking over to take my seat at the table, it kind of puzzled me that he didn’t ask me why I took so long. Maybe he was too focused on the washing up to notice, should I come up with an excuse or just leave it? It it be suspicious if I don’t?“Sorry I took so long, I got caught up in conversation wi
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Twenty-Seven
It was soon the weekend, the time where Austin and I need to head over to this meet up. I was still rather confused on what this event was supposed to be and how I would be involved in this, but I knew better than to tell Markus no. I was just getting ready in my rather fancy clothes, Austin told me Markus pulled him aside and told him he and I need to wear some fancy type clothes. At first, I didn’t know what he meant by fancy but I once I saw the outside of this meet up, it all became clear.I wore a black dress that went just below my knees, the top half was a corset like dress which was sheer, while the skirt flared out a tiny bit. I wore black heels while curling my hair at the button.I was trying to keep myself busy so I wouldn’t overthink what’s about to happen, it wasn’t just down to Markus but also worrying if they’ll find out I’m working with Jacob and what they’d do. I take one last look in the mirror at myself, I used as much makeup as I could to hide the cuts and bruises
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Twenty-Eight
Austin sends me a little smile whilst looking away from Markus, we didn’t want him thinking we were talking about him in anyway.“If you can hear me, clear your throat” Jacob voice fills my ear, it did cause me to jump at first as I didn’t expect it to be that loud in my ear.I bring my hand up to my mouth clearing my throat, Austin looks over to check if I was okay which I send him a little smile. I was unsure if this was going to be challenging, I would need to listen to Jacob while also keeping track with what was happening around me.“Woah, that’s one of the best throat clears I’ve ever heard” Jacob says which does cause a smile to fill my lips, I didn’t know if I should take that as a compliment or not.“Why are you smiling?” Austin asks which breaks me from what was happening with Jacob, maybe I need to be more careful moving forward.“I’m just amazed at the beauty of this place, who would have imagined us two standing in a place like this?” I smile hoping that would be enough f
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*Ten Months Later*I was peacefully walking up and down the market, as it was getting darker earlier once again, the pretty market was just full of fairy lights. This place always reminds me of a fairytale, the people are always so nice when you talk to them.We haven’t been able to come back here in way over a year, with all the chaos we had to stay clear of this place which was sad. But now I was back, the peaceful moment is what I really needed. But due to the peaceful moment, my mind was having its opportunity to start thinking about all the chaos that had filled my life for those months.Of course, my mind drifted to the one and only Roman first and what he was up to now. I know that might be very confusing but also, rather alarming to hear me speak about him that way. But I’m here to tell you, Roman never died that day, even though that’s what Jacob said. When the police looked more into what Markus did to the city, it was found that the device that Markus used to blow up all th
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I continue to lay in Austin’s arms pretending to be passed out, the only flaw to my plan is I couldn’t see what was happening because of my eyes being closed. I trust Austin won’t let anything happen, but let’s all remember that Markus is about and when he’s involved, there’s no telling what could happen.“We don’t have time for this, come on” I hear Markus’s panicked voice says from somewhere, I didn’t know how long this was going to stale him but anytime, is better than us running with him.“Can’t you see that my pregnant girlfriend has passed out?!” Austin voice shouts which did nearly make me jump, thank the lord that I managed to not flinch.“Payton is going to be fine, but we really need to leave!” Markus says sounding like he was really losing his temper, but at this moment I didn’t care that much. “I know something that will wake her up” he says and before I know it, my eyes shoot open as he had just thrown cold water on my face.“What the fuck?” I ask looking down at myself,
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Sixty-Three
Around an hour later, Austin and I were back in his car heading towards the seafront again. I feel like this is all I have done recently, just drive to and from the same places over and over again. We had both gone over the plan with Jacob and I felt confident, that we both knew what we had to do.The car was silent as we sat there, I think we were trying to come to terms with what we had just learnt, Austin more than me. While also, worrying if a certain part of this plan falls through, which is something we cannot let happen!“I still don’t understand how you were able to hide what you were doing from me for so long, either you’re really good or I don’t pay attention” Austin says breaking the silence, I look over at him laughing as he looked back at the road.“I did it to keep you safe and I knew what you would have said if I would have told you, I’m sorry I kept it from you, I hope you’re not too angry” I say looking over at him with a tiny smile, I would understood fully if he was
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Sixty-Two
We soon head home and begin to pack our things, Austin told me that we would have to pack one bag each. We didn’t need to be lugging a heap of bags with us when we were trying to run, I kept agreeing with him before I start worrying about the plan that was ahead of us.I had packed a bag of important things before walking out into the living room, I could still hear Austin rushing around in his room getting his things ready. My eyes begin to scan the living room a place I had called home for a few years now, trying to take in any details that I could. I had no idea if we were going to be able to come back to this place once we leave, not because we’re going off with Markus as I know we’re not. But after he gets arrested, we’re going to be put in witness protection. I know for sure that we won’t be able to live here, this will be the first place that Markus will look.I still couldn’t really believe that this whole nightmare is going to end soon, the event that has taken over my life f
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Sixty-One
Austin just looks at me for a second, I had to try and act like I was somewhat surprised over what Markus had said. But I knew before Markus knew what was going to happen, Jacob gave me the heads up a few days ago.“I mean I’m happy that you’re taking us into consideration, but Payton and I can’t go on the run with you Markus” Austin says turning back to talk to Markus, I knew Austin didn’t want to because he knew I didn’t like being around Markus but also, because of the predicament that I was currently in.“I know it’s not the ideal situation, but you’re going to have to if you don’t want the police to turn their sights onto you” Markus says not getting why Austin was so hesitant, I was more shocked Austin was kind of telling Markus no for once.“We can’t psychical go on the run” Austin said looking to me as he said it, I think he was trying to spell it out to Markus who clearly, wasn’t getting what we were trying to say!“Sure you can, I have been on the run before I came here and
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Sixty
Austin soon spots Markus standing there too, lucky for us he hadn’t turn around to look at us yet so we had a few seconds. Now he was in my eye line, I couldn’t stop the scared feelings that were running through my body.“I know you’re scared Payton, but trust me you’re going to be fine” Austin whispers looking down at me as we walked, I take a deep breath in sending him a smile letting him know I was somewhat fine, even though my heart was going at a million miles an hour. As we get even closer to Markus, you could see from the way in which he was standing, that he was also panicking. We even managed to get right up behind him and he didn’t know it, this Markus is one I’ve never seen before!“Markus?” Austin says when he still didn’t turn around, this does make him jump and finally turn around to look at us standing right behind him.“You two don’t understand how happy I am to see your faces, you won’t believe the amount of shit I’ve had to deal with this morning and it’s only 10am!
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Fifty-Nine
In no time, we arrive at the sea front, my anxiety still off the charts at this point. One thing that I have learnt about Markus, you never know what his next move is going to be and there really isn’t much point trying to predict it either. Whenever you think a situation is going one way, Markus sweeps it from under you and sends you in a complete spin!We drive up and down for a few minutes, I was hoping we would be able to spot him and be able to stay in the car while we talk. That way if the conversation for whatever reason was to go south, we will be able to make a quick getaway. But I couldn’t catch sight of the man even once, even Austin said he couldn’t see him anywhere.“I think our best bet would be to park the car and look for him on foot” Austin says after a few more minutes with no luck, that plan was definitely not what I wanted.What if Markus has somehow found out that I have been the one helping police? Could this whole meet up be some kind of surprise attack? Markus
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Fifty-Eight
I was sat in my bed just letting my thoughts wonder, I don’t think I have fully had a chance to think over everything that has happened. Not only with Markus, or the feelings for Austin that are slowly taking over my thoughts. But the little life inside of me, I place my hand on my stomach just staring at the ceiling.I still can’t believe this is all happening, my mind has been so consumed with everything else that I haven’t fully processed what’s really happened. I just hope when the time comes, everything will be back to normal.The noise of my phone getting a message snaps me from my thoughts, I look over to see it sitting on the table. I had a thought I could just leave it, but I knew it might be urgent so I had to force myself to stand up to see who it was.I pick it up to see a message from Jacob, all it said was the plan was underway, but I knew exactly what that meant. I thought I would have more time to prepare myself, but it looks like it’s starting right now! The spies wer
The Step In Girlfriend Chapter Fifty-Seven
We were soon pulling into the apartment complex, I feel like this is all I have done over the recent weeks. Just gone to and from seeing Jacob, Markus than home again, not how I thought my life would be going if I’m being honest. Jacob soon pulls up at the bottom of the steps where I send him a smile, I look over at see the lights on telling me that Austin had come home before I got back.“What should I tell Austin?” I ask looking over, I think I’m fully out of excuses at this point, I’ve had to use so many recently! “I can’t say I went to work today, he only told me yesterday that he had drove passed my work and saw it will be closed for a few weeks” I say my best excuse was out the window, he knows that most of my friends are out of town until all this trouble blows over and Brooke is missing.“Just say you got a call from the station telling you Roman wanted to see you, you were picked up by an officer and took over to see Roman” Jacob says which I soon think about for a second, th
