Athena owns and runs a beauty salon downtown. One day she started receiving random calls and texts from an unknown number.
At first, she brushed it off until they became threats and her best friend, Bethany, urges her to file a police report.
What...
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Is it crazy that I feel complete with Zack around? Maybe it is a little soon that I asked him to stay again tonight but it just feels right. One thing I was taught if it feels right then to go for it. Surprisingly the only good motto my dad used and it stuck with me growing up.
Bethany and Chasity walk in right as I get my client in the chair, she came in early and I am more than happy to get started.
"You're bubbly this morning." Bethany smiles.
"That is what happens when you have the best nights sleep and feel safe."
"I just like seeing you like this." Chasity smirks.
"If he wants to stay more than I am not complaining at all. I really do like him and my feelings are stronger than like."
"You and Bubby need each other. I am glad that you guys are finally taking those steps."
"Chasity, I agree with you. For years I have been telling Athena to find someone, but I think it suites her better since it seems your brother is the one." Bethany snickers.
"Now your turn to find someone." I giggles pointing at Chasity.
"I have my fair share of stands but so far no one to just tie down with and with all of this going on I'd have bubby check them out first." She shrugs.
"Isn't it hard just doing that though?"
"Not at all." Chasity laughs and Bethany joins in.
"You had your share of that." I laugh to Bethany, who nods.
"Before Dason yeah. Lately, I am missing that life."
"What do you mean?" I ask cleaning my station up from the hair cut.
"Well Dason just doesn't seem to be there and he is always working. It is a relationship but with no time spent together."
"I am sorry to hear that Bethany." I frown.
"Eh, more fish in the ocean. Maybe one day someone will actually want to spend time together and not just pass out on the couch when it is supposed to be a movie night and one they pick no less."
We all laugh as the day goes by. I honestly miss Zack for lunch but I know he is trying his hardest to solve this case. Thankfully, my phone has not went off all day long.
"Would you like to come over to my place and stay with me a bit?" Chasity comes up with her bag.
"Thanks but I actually have to go grab some food because Zack is coming over again."
"That is great! I know we have not really been wanting you to be alone but sounds like Bubby has you covered." Chasity winks.
"Girlie I just hope you finally get to feel what it is like." Bethany adds in with her bag with her too.
"Well I have done some."
"That is my girl!" Bethany hugs me.
"I never thought I would see the day my best friend gets excited over me learning things with a guy and almost loosing the card."
"Girl your life is more interesting than mine." Bethany laughs.
We all walk out the door and I lock up, getting in my car.
"See you tomorrow." I wave to the girls as they wave and say goodnight.
The trip to the grocery store is the normal. With it being late afternoon, many people are here and trying to get things for dinners. I wave and say hello to many of the workers that I have seen through the time living here.
With my items checked out, I grab the couple of bags and set out the doors.
My car is at the far end of the parking lot because I like to save the closer spots for the ones that need it. Besides, I am on my feet all the time and walking is good for the health. It really just lets me eat my sweet treats and think it is okay because at least I walk it off.
A hand reaches out and touches my arm, causing me to stop walking and turn around.
"Hey! Buying things to cook something for Bethany tonight?" I smile at Dason.
"No. I prefer you don't say her name."
"Are you okay?" I look at Dason a little harder and he seems nervous.
"Just stop asking questions. You need to come with me and everything will be okay."
I take a step back when he voice goes hard.
"Don't you dare walk away from me. All this time it is has been me. Stop playing so hard."
Before I can say anything Dason pulls a gun from his pocket and points it straight at me. I drop my bags and hold my hands up.
"Please Dason, don't do this. Just talk to me. What is going on?"
I try and plead remembering how they do it on some of those shows. Maybe it will work out for real life too.
Dason points the gun up some and fires. I jerk down on instinct but he uses his free hand to pull my arm up, causing me to press against his chest.
Screams happen all around us and Dason turns his head everywhere.
"I told you not to ask questions. now see what you done. No matter, I will get you to listen to me once I get you home."
My body trembles and I want nothing more than to fall to the ground. The only reason I haven't is because Dason is now holding me up.
I want to be safe in Zack's arms right now and would give anything to be. Tears well in my eyes and my heart is beating out of my chest.
Dason tries to pull me to the right but he stops to look around more. That is when I hear the sirens.
Thank God someone called the cops!
Cars pull up and stop right in front of me, but Dason is behind me. The gun moves to my head and I let out a small sob just as I see Zack get out from one of the cars.
Zack moves a hand behind him and squats down by the door to where I can see him only a little. It doesn't take much for me to know he pulled his gun out too.
A/N--- Hey Hey Guys!!!
Soo this is happening!
What will the outcomes be? Shoot out or stand off?
