Jason POVI thought of a million things on seeing how the events had turned out. Then, I settled for one. I wasn’t going to fall prey to the notion Caden was trying to put inside my head. I gripped the knife in my hands firmly, and declared without thinking further, “Kill her, if you want, Caden. It doesn’t move me one bit either.” “You sure, Jason,” He said and pressed the barrel harder on her head, making her beg for mercy.“Don’t threaten my mom in that way, Caden. Drop your gun.” Kelan ordered to my surprise. “Sir, with all due respect, he will need to obey my words, first. I can’t trust him not to still harm you if I drop the gun.” Caden explained. He was right. I wasn’t done with Kelan. I would have still dealt more blows till I was satisfied, then I would bind him side by side with his buddy. With this confusion between Caden and Kelan, I had the upper hand now, and I planned to use it wisely. “Caden, drop the gun, and that is an order. Stop hurting my mom.” Kelan issued w
Chapter Fifty Aliyah’s POV I could tell from the way the vehicle bounced up and down that we were on a bumpy path. The journey had been a long one since I woke up with my legs tied and eyes closed with an duffel bag and I had tried not to shut my eyes again. My hands and feet hurt from the grip the binding ropes had on them, but more especially, my eyes needed to see sunlight. If I wasn’t mistaken, it’s been over an hour forty-five minutes since I woke, and it wasn’t ending soon from the accelerating speed my abductors were using. I tried to recall the events that had happened, but I was only stuck with those I remembered before I was grabbed from behind at the mansion. I had returned from getting the drugs Jason and Carey had sent me for his mom, and found no one at home. I called out their names, walking into their respective rooms. Then, I decided to check on Kelan when I couldn’t find anyone, including the maids. I slowly entered having seen the door open from afar. It was scar
Kelan’s POVJason had no other choice at this time than to drop the gun and surrender his hands in the air. Two policemen rushed to his sides, one kicking the gun away from his reach, and the other restrained him with a handcuff to the back. “Cuff the rest too. All of them,” the leader of the squad ordered, changing my mood immediately. “All of us? What did we do?” I asked, attempting to stand before I was met with a firm hold that subdued me. I obeyed, learning from the stories I’ve heard of how the police handled people. Even though they were right at that time. I tried to make my case quietly, “We were the ones who alerted you, and they,” I gestured with my head to Carey’s direction, “are the culprits.” “Well, we would find all these and many details when we get to the station. For now, remain calm and follow instructions, and everyone would be okay.” He threw a smile at me, and walked away, leading the way. “Up you go, sir,” the man behind me urged me to stand, pushing me gen
Kelan POVTwo officers who had been stationed at the counter walked towards us, their hands to the gun holsters, having heardme raise my voice at their commander. I didn’t care. I was asking for my right. “I need to speak to my lawyer now or this entire building will have no rest,” “Young man, you don’t need to add to the crimes you have labelled on you already,” the commander started. I shot him a dangerous stare, but it didn’t budge him one bit, and he continued. “This matter is a simple case if you cooperate with us, though. For now, Mr, Jason, Madam Rosa, and Lady Carey, you are free to go. We will call you if we need more confirmation and clearance," He gave a nod and gestured his hand in the direction of the exit. Jason stood up first, then my mom next. I watched her actions; this was the point she could redeem herself if she wanted to. She didn’t. She walked past me, squeezing to avoid contact with me standing in the way, my back behind the exit door. Carey was next, her l
Aliyah’s POV"Dad?" I wondered if I was actually hearing the voice of my father or if my mind was playing tricks on me. I could hear the sound of approaching footsteps which was followed by the jingle of keys as if the driver was searching for the right key again. "Why did you even put her in the trunk?" I heard the familiar voice again. I don't know what to think anymore. It is definitely my dad's. "I'm sorry sir," the driver apologized. "Be fast. Open up!" I heard the door slide open, and immediately, I feel broad palms on my face. The touch stroked a resonating feeling. "My sweetie, it is me." "Dad?" I ask softly. "Yes, dear. It is me," "What are you waiting for? Untie her, remove the blindfolds!" he ordered the driver. "Yes sir," the driver said and moved closer. He removed the blindfolds first, then started untying my hands. I squinted my eyes and rubbed my eyes with the back of my palm to get acquainted to the environment, as the blindfolds had great impact on my eyes
Aliyah POV"Aliyah, be calm. Don't worry about that," he stood up. "But..." I stuttered."Sweetheart, I'll take care of that," he said as he placed his hands on my shoulder. "Really?" I asked, as I breathed unsteadily. "Sure. Everything will be fine. Kelan will be out before nightfall tomorrow," his face broke into a smile, a genuine one, and I believed him. "Okay," I nodded. "Now come here. I've really missed you my dearest Aliyah," he said as he pulled me in for a hug. "Dad, I've missed you more," I said in a teary voice as I delivered soft punches on his back. “How about we have dinner first, and you tell me about everything I’ve missed later at night?” he suggested. “That’s fine by me, Dad.” “Alright. Chop chop,” He clapped his hands like a gesture to the men in the kitchen, and the aroma of whatever they started dishing out called out to me. I was famished. The long trip had weakened me and since I was trying to settle old scores, my appetite had to be subdued till thi
Kelan's POVThe bells pierced through my ear drums, jolting me awake. I jerked up from the hard bunk, with a sweat soaked prison jumpsuit, as I stood, glancing around the cubicle of a room, and panting heavily. From the sunrays cast in through the tiny window, I realized it was morning already.With a step forward, I was in contact with the sink, turning it on, I washed the sweat off my face, used my palms to scoop some into my mouth, and thoroughly rinsed my mouth. Then, I turned around, and with just a step again, I was at the foot of the bunk. I slowly sat at the edge, burying my head into my hands as last night's scene kept replaying in my head. Last night, as I watched Big Joe's rage-coated eyes when he spilled out those words, I knew he wasn't just blabbing. He meant every syllable. “I said you should give me a good reason why I shouldn’t take out my revenge on you for the years your father has kept me here without cause?" he barked as he grabbed my neck, lifting me off the fl
Aliyah's POVI closed the laptop which I used to surf social media with, got up from my bed and marched to the living room where my father sat watching the news on TV."Dad," I called as I sat beside him. "Sweetheart," he answered without taking his eyes off the screen.I snatched the remote from the center table and pressed the off button."Aliyah," he turned sharply."What's the matter?" he furrowed his brows."Dad," I frowned."You said that Kelan wouldn't spend another night in the cell. You promised to bring him out yesterday," I blinked repeatedly."Child, yes I did. I know I promised to get him out of there. However, things didn't really align yesterday. They didn't go as planned. I'm sorry about that. But, I've got it all planned out now," he leaned forward and kissed my forehead. "Really?" I grin."Yes, my princess.""Thank you daddy," I curved my lips into a smile."Uhh... Dad," I called again."Yeah," "How about that guy? Could you release him?" I pleaded. "Hell no! Ple