35~ Daddy

~Avery~

I woke up in King's bed, my head on a pillow that was wet with my tears. I had no idea how long I had been out, but darkness had covered the sky.

I got up from bed and walked to the mirror. My eyes were all puffy from either sleep or crying, but I knew the latter was the case. I was still wearing the same clothes I had on when I arrived, and I felt a strong need to take a bath. But then, I realised it had been hours since I last saw the twins and a wave of dread washed over me.

"Julian? Julia?" I called, bursting into each of the rooms assigned to them. Both rooms were tidy, with everything in its place, but there was no sign of the kids.

With my heart in my throat, I darted out of Julia’s room and sped down the hallway. It had been years since I was here, but I still remembered the intricate layout of King's house.

"Julian? Julia?" My calls grew more desperate, but there were no answers. A million thoughts played through my mind. King wouldn't do anything to hurt them, w