“What the fuck do you mean by that sandy!” Becky tilts her head to the rearview mirror and return it immediately. I could almost hear my heart thump against my chest. The windows are tinted so we can’t see whoever it is.
“Sandy!, c’mon step on the fuckin gas and let’s get out of here!” Becky rasps fearfully. I tighten my hands on the wheel and sped off. Ever since liam came in, I’ve been watchful. Gosh this is so fucked up!
“Sandy… he’s coming over to my side” Becky rolls up her window as my heartbeat run wild. I suddenly recall a movie I’d watched, a tailing car had blown up the other car. I screech the car to a halt as the red light comes on. Dammit!. Becky shifts on her seat as we watch the window of the other car roll down.
“Hey babes….” I hung my mouth open as Josh peeks his head out of the car. What the fuck!.
“Josh!, Have you lost your freaking mind!” I yell as Becky rolls down the window.
“Just doing my job babes” He grins as I try to calm my nervous self.
“Fuck it josh did you really have to sneak up that way!, I almost had a panic attack motherfucker!” Becky glare at him and I’m sure she’d punch him hard on the face if she had the chance.
“Didn’t wanna let you know, you might decline the offer, and its the least he can do now” He grins and roll up his window. jeez!, Why the fuck did he not let us know about this!. Becky hits her head against the headrest and cuss profusely.
“chill off Becky” I say and step on the gas as the lights turn green.
“That was fuckin scary Sandy!, why did he have to do that!, I feel like we are also wanted by the cops!” She rolls her eyes as I manage to chuckle.
“Atleast it wasn’t one who’s after our life Becky let it slide, I know it really rattled you” I grin at her and she jabs me with her elbow. I giggle and focus on the road ahead.
I drop Becky off at Harry’s apartment before driving off to Dylan, josh trailing me all the time. Somehow it makes me safe. I tap my fingers on the steering as I drive. Still find it unbelievable that Nick would die. I suck in my breath.
I knew liam is the one behind it. That’s getting me super scared. I pull up at his apartment and kill the engine. I sigh and stare at Dylan’s apartment. Damn I’ve missed him. I’ve been so busy lately we hardly meet. I unstrap my belt and get out of the car. I smile at josh staring at me from his car and wave at him. He gives me the thumbs up and I walk into the building lobby and ride the lift to his floor. I ring the bell and he opens at once.
“Hey babe…” He grins widely and peck me on the lips. I smile and step in as he close the door behind us.
“You haven’t been answering any of my calls all day, what’s up” I huff and sit on the couch, kicking off my shoes.
“I’m sorry Dylan, I’ve been busy” He walks to the kitchen and returns with a cup of water. I gulp it down and drop it back on the table.
“I saw it the news that nick is dead… how true is that” He asks as he sits beside me. I purse my lips and brush back my hair.
“Its true Dylan… and I still find it hard to believe” I bit my lips and he nods.
“You didn’t sleep at your apartment yesterday sandy… where did you spend the night” He stare at me, his eyes questioning. Gosh! not now!.
“Why all these questions Dylan?!” I groan and he scoffs.
“Cos I’m your boyfriend I think that’s enough reason or don’t you think” He scowls at me.
“Dylan… I’m fuckin tired could we go shower please” I whine and cup his cheeks. He pulls my hand away.
“Stop it sandy… spill it out… you cheating on me now huh?” He groans and i palm myself.
“Jeez Dylan I’m not!” I roll my eyes and he scoffs.
“Then what is it sandy, stop keeping things from me dammit!” He snarls and I cringe at the anger in his tone.
“Okay fine Dylan!, I spent the night at Emilia’s hideout happy now!” I blurt out.
“What the fuck sandy! why would you do that!” I curl my toes and stare at him.. Sometimes he can be so pesky jeez!.
“Cos she’s my friend Dylan got that…. and I’m tired, I’d just go shower, wanna join me?” I smirk at him as I loosen my hair. He rolls his eyes and I laugh.
“C’mon Dylan you don’t get to have this all the time you know” I run my tongue across my lower lip as his gaze goes dark. I fold my arms and smirk at him. He gets off the chair.
“You’re a bitch!” He groans as he pull me to his self.
“But I don’t want you involving yourself with that criminal of a guy okay” I shrug and nod. If only he knew. He snakes his arm around my waist and u giggle as he captures my lips in a nerve breaking kiss.
Emilia’s pov
I wrap my fingers around the mug of tea as I watch the toons on the laptop. My eyes were aching. I haven’t gotten another glasses since I lost mine in the explosion. I took a sip, barely concentrating. I want out. I’m really tired of hiding in this huge mansion. Liam has done his best to make sure I’m never bored same as the guys, but it’s not the same as moving about freely. My patience is gradually thinning out. I may sneak out of the mansion very soon. I feel like I’m out of the world jeez!. I drain the cup and get off the bed.
I padded out of the room. I’d just have to move around for a while, get familiar with the mansion and sneak out tonight. No one would know, and I’d be back before anyone notices, just so i could clear my head and this boredom. I walk up to the third and highest floor of the mansion and move towards a long hallway. I stare at the paintings on the wall. I did a rough estimate of how old the mansion would be, perhaps fifty years old. it’s a good hideout, no one would really suspect famous liam paige is hiding here. I walk towards a tinted glass door leading into the patio. I turn the knob and swing it open and step out.
The rays of the sun casting a warm glow on me. Gosh this feels like I’m in the 50s. I walk to the railings and stare far off at the tiny looking cars caught up in traffic. I sigh and tuck back my head, wondering when this was all gonna end. When liam would finally be free to move about. I wondered if he’d return back to his dad. Does he even have a family. The veins on my head throbs from too much thinking. I press a finger against it and suck in my breath before turning to walk out of the patio. I close the glass door firmly behind me. I frown when I heard low whispers. I walk noiselessly towards the sound and end up peeking my head around the corner of the hallway. My eyes stop on Rose. She had her back to me and was talking over the phone. Whatever call she was making, it was obvious she didn’t want other ears to listen too. That really got me curious. I strain my ears to listen to what she was hearing but I couldn’t pick a word. Damn!, what is she talking about. She whips her head back and I quickly withdraw, holding my breath. I hear her footsteps and I tiptoed hastily back Into the patio, closing the glass door before she could see me. I lean against the wall beside the door as I felt my heartbeat run wild.
I remain that way for a minute and when I was sure she wasn’t there anymore I walk Into the hallway and hastily make my way to my room. I breath out once I get in and move to the bed. what is she hiding, and why would she go to such quiet place to take a call. I bit my lips worriedly. I just hope whatever she’s doing is not to hurt me.
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Liam’s pov
“Liam… do you want more of this?” Rose voice out as I stuff a forkful of gravy in my mouth. I shook my head and she shrugs and smiles. I glance at Emilia and watch her eat her food absentmindedly. The rest of the guys decided not to eat dinner with us and were busy joshing and eating in the living room.
“Are you alright…” I lean forward and place my palm over hers. She blinks and look up from her food to meet my gaze.
“Yeah… I’m fine” She mutter and force a smile before returning to eating her food again.. I arch my brows and withdraw my hand sparing Rose a look. She seemed strangely happy tonight. I exchange looks with Ryan and he shrugs, probably thinking the same thing. I gulp down the glass of water and wipe my mouth before standing up.
“Rose…. let’s step out for a moment” I lean and peck Emilia on the cheeks.
“I’d be back” I mutter before walking out, Rose trailing behind me. I step into the large room and she close the door behind me.
“Finally noticed I exist right?” Rose mutter and sits on a chair. I lean against the wall and bring out a pack of cigarette and light up a stick.
“Stop being ridiculous Rose, what’s up with you?” I eye her as I puff out smoke. I knew her too well and with the way she’s acting this past few days, I know she’s brewing something in her head.
“Don’t tell me you brought me here to ask me that liam!” She scoffs and fold her arm. I stare at her darkly.
“Are you hiding something from me?” I watch her closely. She flinch at the question.
“What the fuck do you mean Paige, stop acting like a smartass, you aren’t cut out for this bad guy thinking, you’re mom’s kid remember?” She blurts out rather too quickly. I walk to the table and take out the cigarette stick flicking the end of the stick into an ashtray.
“I just hope you’re not planning anything Rose, I forgave you the last time you tried to hurt her…” She whip her head up.
“So this is all about that bitch right!, don’t tell me she’s completely charmed you!, I know you too well, she ain’t your type Paige!” I narrow my eyes to slits.
“I don’t want you calling her names Rose” I say lowly, it was enough to make her know I’m dead serious.
“And whatever thing I have with her is none of your goddamn business… stop spying on us whenever we are asleep or together rose, I could send you back to dad if you try that again” I watch her eyes go watery and blew out a breath before straightening up and striding out of the room. I heard her sniff and i shook my head, so much for a spoilt kid. I walk back to the living room and it was empty. The guys were back to watching over the mansion. I walked towards the stairs and climbed the first stair when I felt someone behind me. It wasn’t rose or the guys. My hairs prickle and I whip my head, immediately bringing out my gun.
I can’t forget the blue eyes and hard jawline. His huge figure stood rigid against the wall as he stared at me, his gaze hard. I tighten my fist and my jaw twitched as a smile tugged at his lips. sometimes I wonder why he looks so much like me.
“Hey son….” He groaned in his usual hoarse voice.