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Chapter 17
Jenny’s POV
As soon as Sara closed the door to Alex’s room, I heard someone shout in rage, and I slightly flinched at the unexpected high sound.
“Are you out of your freaking mind Alex? Why the hell did you bring that asshole’s daughter here?”
If I had to guess who that voice belonged to, I’d go ahead and say it was Lucas. Judging from the look of pure hatred he was directing at me in the living room, he was not so happy with me moving in here, apparently.
That whole introduction in the living room freaked the hell out of me.
I was more than glad to leave and come to this room where no one can do anything to me, well, except for Alex.
I couldn’t help but notice that the person who killed my father wasn’t in the room. It was finally confirmed, it must have been Jacob, the middle son.
My gut told me they must have sent him away to protect him. Since I knew he was the murderer, they assumed
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On The Border Chapter 18
Jenny’s POVAfter an hour inside the walk in closet, I finally finished unpacking.I sneaked a look at Alex’s clothes, just out of curiosity.There wasn’t a single light colored item in there. It was mostly black, grey, and dark blue.I took out my medical bag; which was the last thing left inside one of the suitcases, and headed out into the bedroom.My bag should be accessible easily at anytime so it would have to be somewhere close. It used to be on my nightstand in my old room, next to my bed.I had no idea where I will be sleeping, but his bed was off limits for so many reasons.I opted to put it on the dresser instead.Just as I placed it, my phone rang on the table.My stomach rolled and heaved at the name I saw displayed on the screen.It was Simon, my cousin.I refused the call immediately, went to my contacts, and blocked his number.I had no idea why he was calling me and
On The Border Chapter 19
Jenny’s POVIf I wanted more proof that this was going to be my own personal hell, it’s staring down at me now in the form of roast beef.I hate nothing more than that meal. I’m not a red meat person. Minced meat is okay, in addition to chicken , but large thick pieces of cooked meat cannot physically go down my throat.I had to gulp down every single bite with water. And even that was proving difficult, because I was feeling nauseous for eating something I dislike so much.I couldn’t speak and say I don’t want to eat it, because I hate it. It would be rude. And Alex would be pissed off and take it out on me. I’d rather piss him off over something more worthy than that.If someone notices my weird eating behavior, no one comments on it. I wouldn’t know though, because I never lifted my eyes further than my plate.Despite the small piece I scooped into my plate, it never seemed to end, no matter how m
On The Border Chapter 20
Jenny’s POV*An hour ago*I resisted the urge to slam the door to Alex’s room loudly after I stormed out of that dining room.I was so pissed off at him for making me sit through dinner when I wanted nothing more than to leave it.You just wait two more days Alex Snow, I’ll show you what it’s really like trying to control me.I pace back and forth, trying to empty all my negative feelings.My body was still hurting all over but the dominant pain at this point was my collarbone cut.I grab my pajamas from the closet and head towards the bathroom.I take off the dress I was wearing all morning and gasp in fright at the sight of my naked body.If I thought I looked like a zombie at dawn, I was so wrong.Now, I’m officially a god damn zombie.All my bruises turned from red or light blue, to dark purple.It was dreadful to look at.I removed my bandage and took a look
On The Border Chapter 21
Alex’s POVAfter splashing my face with ice cold water for like ten times, I finally calmed down.I mean I kind of knew what I signed up for when I asked for her specifically, but I didn’t think she would get that much under my skin.And it was only the first fucking day.I still didn’t get my answer about Jacob.I have to make sure if she’s going to say anything later on or continue to keep her mouth shut, so I can have Jacob come back to town again.I’ll give it a few more days, then get my answer out of her, no matter what it takes.I get out of the bathroom, and I instantly see her flinch a little.She was still sitting in the same spot.She was back to being scared again. She was clenching her hands tightly in her lap and her gaze was shifting between the bed and the floor.What is it now?I checked the table and saw the water bottle half drained. At least she accepted the
On The Border Chapter 22
Jenny’s POV“Aren’t you going to invite me in Jenny?” says Simon with a slight smile.Bile rises in my throat, and my stomach turns when he called me Jenny, like we’re fucking close!“No actually I’m not, Simon. What are you doing here anyway?” I say coldly.Judging by his lack of surprise when I opened the door instead of my mother, indicated that he was watching the house, and saw me the instant I walked in.That caused the hair on my arms to stand.His playful smile drops as he speaks seriously “I need to talk to you”I snap at him “I have absolutely nothing to talk to you about”As I proceed to close the door in his face, he puts his hand against it and pushes his way inside.“What the hell Simon? get out!“ I yell at him while still standing at the opened door, as he rudely limps his way inside with a crutch, totally ignoring me.
On The Border Chapter 23
Jenny’s POVThe second Sara opens the front door for me, I sprint for my room while keeping my face hidden with my hair.I head straight for the bathroom, strip off my clothes, and go into the shower.I sit down and cry my eyes out.For a long time.I knew saying goodbye to my mom was going to be so hard, but I didn’t realize it will be so damn unbearable, painful, and heart breaking.I will take the physical pain anytime compared to this emotional torment and torture.It hurt me more than anything I have ever experienced in my entire life; and I experienced a lot.Going toe to toe with hurt, there was indignation.I was fueled with anger over this unfairness.I was supposed to go with her.I wasn’t supposed to say goodbye to her forever and come here to this prison.We were supposed to be free together.But instead, I was still stuck here in this fucking curse of a town. Onl
On The Border Chapter 24
Jenny’s POVWe spent half an hour talking about normal trivial things.We kept the conversation light and short.I found myself easing up the more I talked with her.“Do you know how to cook some meals Jennifer?” she asked curiously.“Yes I learned everything from my mother. I had a lot of free time on my hands and I was bored out of my mind so I asked my mom to teach me all her recipes. I also know how to make some really delicious Turkish dishes too”She chuckled as she asked “Why Turkish dishes specifically?”“Because I watch a lot of tv series in that language and their food always looked so mouthwatering. So I tried cooking one of them, and it turned out so good”“That’s interesting. We should definitely try one of your recipes one day. Maybe you can make something for dessert now?“ she suggested.My face fell a little as I said in a small voice
On The Border Chapter 25
Jenny’s POVI sit outside in the freezing cold, on the outer staircase that leads to god knows where.I sit there, bury my head between my knees, and let out another series of sobs. I thought I had no more tears in me when I poured my soul out in that shower, but apparently I have an unlimited source that will probably never run out.My right arm was still stinging from the vicious tight grip Alex had on it. and it didn’t help that he was unknowingly pressing on one of my bruises so hard.The only thing that consoled me was that now, I was sure I had at least one person on my side in this house.At least she was willing to stand up for me and keep him from hurting me more.But what about when we are alone in his room? Who’s going to save me from him then?Was the dessert thing over after his mom told him the truth? Or was he going to punish me for disobeying his rules despite everything?Did I really care if h
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