All Chapters of Carter: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

When I arrived home, I needed to sleep. How could a late meeting with a client turn into the night it did? I have experienced a lot over the last few years being a lawyer at my dad's firm but nothing like this. Jack was waiting for me when I walked in. “Sir, I’ve asked the alarm company to send you any alerts from the alarm as an additional extra.” “Thanks Jack.” I hung my jacket up and dragged myself into the shower. I stood with one hand on the wall, head bowed, under the hot water letting it wash over me. There was something about Leah that got under my skin. I had never experienced this type of hold on me before from someone. “What is it about her?” I sighed into the water frustrated. I shook my head in disbelief over the situation. I had encountered hundreds of people through the courts and the firm, but none had affected me in the way Leah had. Making fists, I placed my knuckles against the wall still trying to make sense of the connection. I don’t let people in. I

I followed quickly with Jack. We jumped into the car and Jack floored it following the sirens on Amelia's car. I persistently called Leah’s phone but there was no answer. I knew something bad was happening but there was nothing I could do. My heart was racing, and I felt sick inside. We arrived at Leah’s as two men were being walked out in handcuffs. Amelia walked into the house as an officer stopped both me and Jack outside on the pathway. Moments later an ambulance arrived, and paramedics rushed inside. It was like time stood still as we watched police tape start to be placed up along the front of her house. Neighbor's started to gather, and passersby started to stop and look. I couldn't help but pace. People were starting to talk and make presumptions. “I hope the poor girl is alright.” “That blasted alarm thank god the police are here to shut the damn thing up.” “I heard she faked a break in last night, maybe she finally got what she had coming to her.” “Bloody racket rou

I pulled my phone out and called my father. I explained everything from the night before right up until now. I told him about Gideon being requested. I walked away from Jack and Amelia and told him about the connection I was feeling, and he told me not to worry. He would contact Evelyn and offer the full support of Carter and Sons. I thanked him and closed off the call before turning back to face Amelia and Jack. “Carter and Sons are offering their full support to the ADA and will back the case.” “Logan, do you think that is a wise move?” I waved away the question. After discussing a few more things, the doctor came back and told me I could see Leah. I was escorted to the ICU. I stopped at the door as I saw Leah awake, while slightly propped up in bed. Amelia and Jack waited a small way back from me. Leah looked over and smiled as she saw me at the door. My heart skipped a beat as I looked at her, and I felt Jacks elbow giving me a gentle nudge. I slid the door open and stepped in.

It was hours later when I finally woke up. My eyes settled on the chair next to my bed where Logan was fast asleep. There was a nurse next to me checking my observations reading on the machines. “He’s a good one, you’ve got there,” she whispered trying not to wake him. I smiled at him. “Yeah, he is.” “How are you feeling?” “Honestly, exhausted and sore.” “That’s normal. Is it more sore than painful?” “Yeah.” “Okay, that’s good. If it becomes painful then let us know as we can increase your pain relief, if needed.” I shook my head softly. “Alright, get some more rest. I’ll be back to check on you in an hour again.” I watched Logan, he seemed so peaceful while he slept. It didn’t take me long to get back to sleep. I managed to sleep until late in the morning. When I woke Logan was gone and panic set in. I looked around the room and saw my phone on a table next to my bed. It was ever so slightly out of reach, so I tried to move closer to reach for it when a nurse was walki

I awoke at teatime. The nurses were checking my observations again, which is what had woken me up. I had become unsettlingly, quickly accustomed to the sounds of the machines and the hospital wing outside. From nurses and doctors passing and talking at all hours, to the beeps of the machines at their steady rhythm, and to the beeps of the tests when they ran them each hour. It felt strangely nice and comforting, but above all, I felt safe. I heard a voice from down the corridor that I recognised immediately. I felt a mix of emotions within me. Then rushing in came Abigail, my sister. She rushed to my side and hugged me tightly. “Ouch.” I complained as I felt pain in my wound. “I’m sorry, Leah. Oh, my goodness I'm just happy you’re alright.” As she released me, her eyes settled on Logan next to me. He stood and squeezed my hand gently. “I’ll give you a moment.” He said softly. I held his hand tight, not wanting to let him go. “Please don’t go.” I asked. His brow furrowed a