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I kinda just forgot about the book..
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**Bella's POV**
It's been a few weeks since we've escaped, not much has happened over that time.
We're still searching for a place to stay or atleast any sign of civilisation.
The weather was a lot more cold, rain was a common occurrence, although last night snow had fallen.
Over this time Delilah and I have only gotten closer, we're best friends.
My stomach flutters whenever I see her.
I trip over my words whenever I speak to her.
She's a great friend, I couldn't ask for anyone better
(A/N since when was Arabella actually Adrian)
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I had patience in my arms, with her legs wrapped around my waist, she had her head tucked into my shoulder and hands under my jumper.
Her doll sat between our bodies.
Diana carried our bag of supplies and Delilah carried a few dead animals that we'd need to eat.
The river, at this point was frozen over and there was no grass in sight.
"Oh my god.." Delilah, who was at the front of our small group says.
"What?" Diana says, looking over to where Delilah was looking, she freezes in place
"What's wrong?" I say worriedly
"Civilisation.." she mutters
I walk closer to them, looking over their shoulders and seeing common American mountain cabins, the ones you'd usually find in the coldest states.
"What are you waiting for" I say rushing down the hill, still keeping a secure hand around Patience.
I hear the sound of snow crunching behind me, which allows me to know that they had followed me.
As we got closer we could make out the fact that there were 2 huts along with dog kennels.
"I think you should let me do the talking" I mutter.
"Good idea" Delilah agrees slowly.
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"Who are you?" A man who looks to be around the age of 60 asks while looking over a balcony.
"Bella, Sir" I say as the man walks down some steps and limps closer to us
"What about those" he says pointing his head in the direction of the others.
"Delilah, Diana and Patience, sir" I reply
"What are you doing out here... it's dangerous being out in the snow in these parts"
"We know.. you see, we're lost, and we have no where to stay"
I watch as he stretches his fingers then looks at each of us.
"Come" he says before turning around and walking towards the hut.
I look towards the others before following behind him.
We enter the cabin, we're straight away hit with a feeling of warmth, I take my time to look around, in the far corner there is a lady cooking by a pot.
"Who are these young ladies" she says looking up.
"Some strays" the man says while taking his hat off and placing it on a chair "they need a place to stay for the night"
The lady smiles before walking towards us "with all due respect ladies you look horrific, let's get you cleaned up and into warm clothes"
"That would be nice" I respond, following her up the stairs like a stray puppy, Patience still in my arms and the others close behind me.
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She lets us bathe one by one then gives us long sleeve nighties to wear along with slippers.
She leads us back downstairs before making her way back to the pot and continuing to mix the items inside.
"Here girls, take a seat. Food will be ready shortly" the man smiles
We follow the orders, sitting at the circular table.
"Here now" the lady, who we still do not know the name of says while Ladling a stew looking substance into wooden bowls and placing them infront of us.
"I'm Mrs Joseph Cannel and this is my husband, Robert Cannel.. although most people call us Jo and Rob" the lady says while taking sips of her food.
"I'm Arabella Valentino" I answer
"W-who" a look of pure horror crosses the faces of the old couple.
"What's wrong?" Delilah asks confused
"Do you know who she is" the man looks at Delilah
"Yeah Bella.." she asks still obviously confused
"Does her last name not ring a bell" he continues
"Well- wait.. What? You're... A Valentino?" Her face changes from confused to shocked
"I mean- yeah.." I say "I.. Uhm- is there something wrong?"
"Your father is the most powerful gang boss.." Mrs Cannel cuts in
I cough before taking another sip of my stew "i suppose"
"You suppose?!" Diana cuts in "you're like royalty!"
"I- well" I try speaking
"You girls should get some rest, we have a long journey tomorrow, we should get you, Mrs Valentino home before your family starts terrorising the country to find you" Mr Cannel says while taking our bowls away to clean.
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The next day
We were already half way to the nearest village, Mr Cannel decided to take us there so we could get on a ship that would take us to NewYork.
He's also contacted my father who is aware of my near return to the area, and him along with some members of my family will be waiting there when I arrive.
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"This is where I leave" he says while turning towards us.
"Thank you" I say before quickly hugging him.
"I- your welcome young lady" he replies, smiling
"How could I ever repay you" I ask
"There is no need young one, all I ask is for you to get home safe."
I smile before letting the other girls hug him and wish him well.
"How's the next challenge... getting on the ship" I comment while turning towards the boat.
"Mhm.." diana mutters "we could hide in one of the boxes"
"Huh" Delilah questions
"It's a mini cargo boat, and there are boxes over there that are being loaded onto it"
"Perfect!" I grin before picking patience up and gripping Diana's hand,
Delilah follows behind.
We slowly sneak up to the crates before we get to a fairly large one, inside it were just a few bags of food, so, we all got inside.
It was a fairly tight squeeze but we managed.
Soon enough we were being picked up and placed onto the boat.
The engine started not long after.
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