[31] ||Arlington Arlington||I don't know if it will work but I have to try it out first.I punched in Jamel's digit on my phone and he picked up on the first ring.⬆: Hey Jamel, it's Arlington.⬇: I know, why did you call? I can't remember the last time you give me a call.⬆: I know, just wan' hit you up on something.⬇: What' is it?⬆: I won't be coming home tonight, I'll be...He cut me short. ⬇: Its nothing, you can take as much time as you want. You are an adult now. See you tomorrow, I'm busy for now.With that, he hung up. I sigh in relieve, much more easier than I thought.First, I need to get off this clothing before any thing else.I hissed at my stupid self, this is the only cloth I'm with and I don't think I can sleep with only towel on.I have no other option than put this on after my night bath then. Geez!*Stepping out of the bath room with only towel on, I stood before the dressing table to dry my hair."Hey, are you in there?" Hardie's voice came up after a
[32] ||Gareth Gareth||I stare at the pictures with me, with a dirty grin on my face. I never for once thought she will get attracted to drug dealer and Hardie was the least of them.Some thing doesn't seems right with Hardie chasing after Arlington. Yes, she's pretty or should I say beautiful? No doubt about that, though. But the Arlington I know, is just too Innocent to date a guy with half the personality Hardie possess, Not to talk more of Hardie himself.Interesting, isn't it? Who would ever think she'll get to meet some one like Hardie, huh?This is the perfect opportunity I've been waiting for all my life and would I watch it slip away from my grip? Hell no! Right.Come to think of it, what if Hardie wants to use Arlington to get Jamel? I'm sure there is no two ways about it.But here I am at the verge of turning the table against him. Just in matter of few days, order will be restored.I let out a thrilling laughter yet strong enough to send cold chill down any body's
[33] ||Jess Jesse||My head was banging loudly, I feel next to nothing as I slowly open my eyes. Its not even morning yet, how did I get so much head ache at the middle of the night? Its been long I party or take hard drinks.Maybe a pill or two will do, I tried getting up but its use less."Call the boss, tell him she is awake." I heard a male voice. Am I not suppose to be alone? I look around, the room was partially dark, so I didn't get to see the face of the stranger."Sure, I'll be back in minutes." That was uttered by a different voice and what follows next was the soft bang of the door.The fragrance oozing off this room was different from mine and its appealing, the bed seems to be more comfy compare to mine. I'm suppose to be in my room and not here, even if the aura here seems inviting."Who are you and what am I doing here?" I wanted to yell but my voice could barely escape a whisper."Hey, keep calm and save your questions to your self." The voice was strict and
[34] ||Hardie Morrison||.Vladimir called to remind of the masquerade ball that will be organised by one of these Russian drug lord. I don't have any interest in the ball but I don't also want to be pestered by Vladimir cause he look like he will be on my neck if I don't attend the ball.He also uttered some thing about bringing a bit ch along with me, I was thinking of taking Charlotte with me since she is the only female among my men but on second thought...Why can't I just take Arlington along? Getting her more exposed will be adding to my own benefit, right?Hmm, I guess so. What's next then?Repeat the same procedure as of three days ago? No, it's lame. I should try some thing new then?I know next to nothing about roma nce and I guess Lincoln will be able to lend a helping hand on this.*"What did you say?" I asked the uninterested Lincoln.He stare at me weirdly before uttering his statement. "I'm tired of thinking on your behalf, Hardie. Think for your self."I
[35] ||Arlington Arlington||The room was partially dark with only a single ray from the early morning sun giving the room a dim light.My eyes were pricking ba dly, since I couldn't get a proper sleep all through the night. I haven't seen any one else except the guys who abduct me and dumped me here, disappearing after ward not after beating me up for minutes.The window was way to high for me to climb and the oak door was bolted from the out side, making it harder for me to escape and my hands and feet were tied together with a thick rope.My voice was sour from intense shouting and screaming for help from last night, I didn't know how long I've been here though. Every thing about this place seems scary as the only noise heard was that of the early birds chirping loudly.With the faint scent of rain and leaves, this place should be some where in the bush. I was worried, not only for my self but for Jamel.If I eventually get saved from this dilemma I'm in, some one should
[36] ||Jamel Jamel|| Its almost dawn and Arlington is not yet responding to treatment nor opening her eyes. The doctors had said she has been expose to the cold for more than two hours and she's suffering internal injury due to the beatings she got.I don't know how this happened or how she manage to know Hardie and I don't care to know, all I want is a good rev enge on Hardie for the pa in and tor ture he caused her.Though the doctor had promised she will be fine and make sure she is saved.I still blame my self, yes, its really my fault. Had it been I didn't sign the stupid deal that's sure gon' cause pain in the first place, my kid sister won't get involved in this mess.I vividly remember Gareth warning me of Arlington having a relationship with Hardie but I doubted him and I regret doubting Gareth.I should have know this from the start but I was too naive to think Hardie will leave blood and relations off the hook.I don't need to think straight, I only need a sweet b
[37] ||Hardie Morrison||I did went to the restaurant where Arlington works but find out she was absent from work the whole day."Did she leave any notice or state the reason for her absence?" I asked the manager who would not stop giving flirty stares."Hmm... After she disappeared with a guy the previous day, she has not be able to step her feet in the restaurant." She replied. But why did I sense seduction in her voice? And did she just mentioned a guy?Geez! What am I thinking? That guy must be Lincoln."Okay, thanks. If she manage to come back, you should inform her I came here." I had asaid and exit the restaurant."Sure..." I heard the manager's faint voice.This is so unusual of Arlington, she has never for once be absent from work. Then why now?*"Some thing is off, Hardie." Lincoln barged into my study with seriousness on his face."What is it again, Lin? You just love stressing the little life I'm having out of me." I groaned lazily."I'm being serious here, Har
[38] ||Lincoln Shire||I went back to the hospital, I might find any clue on how to help Hardie ease his pa in. I met a nurse at the counter who was engrossed with what ever she was writing."Excuse me...?" I tapped the table lightly to get her attention, she looked up with her brow raised."How can I help?" She asked lightly, trying to sound friendly. I can sense that."Sorry to disturb you but I only need a few things from you and I'll be glad if you help." I said gently and she nodded."Okay, I'll try my best. You can go on." She agreed with a dry smile which I was kind enough to reciprocate."So, there was an att ack earlier today. Am I right?" I asked and she nodded affirmatively. "Can you recognise any of the guys?""Not at all cause the att ack was too sudden that left us all in total shock and before we were able to regain ourselves, they were long gone." She replied."So, where is the head doctor?""I'm sorry but he died during the att ack." She said lowly."Was he