Protected

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{Tristin}
Joey grabs my neck squeezing slightly, his body presses against mine as I cower under his heated gaze. He's mad at me, he is always mad at me now. He leans down brushing his lips against my ear, "is there a reason why dinner isn't done? What about the fact that you didn't greet me when I got home" He growls putting more pressure on my neck. The only thing I can get out is a whimper. Joey sighs sadly, "I take you under my wing and we start dating because I love you and yet you do this. You disrespect me all the time and I'm getting fucking tried of it Tristin" He said disappointment in his voice.

He lets go of my neck and I gasp for air as he watches me. He bends down and gently kisses my lips, "Let's eat then go to bed" He murmurs grabbing one of my hands and tugging me towards the kitchen.

After dinner I clean the dishes while Joey drinks is one beer before bed. My heart pounds in my chest as I rinse off a plate then place it on the drying mat. There is a reason I didn't make dinner or greet him. I was busy packing my bag, I'm leaving tonight and I'm not coming back. I could've left this morning or afternoon but I...I wanted one more night with Joey even if he talks down to me or makes me feel completely useless. I place the last glass on the drying mat then dry my hands right as Joey comes back into the kitchen throwing his beer bottle away. He walks up behind me and wraps his arms around my waist.

Something in me yells to pull away to run right now but another thing tells me that Joey loves me and I should stay here with him. "Ready for bed?" He asked nipping at my ear. I nod my head trying to calm my nerves. He releases me but grabs my hand and pulls me into our bedroom, my eyes look over the the closet. My bag is in there on the floor packed with some clothes, snacks and a lot of water bottles. I quickly look away when Joey presses me onto the bed and peppering kisses on my collarbone.

"Is something on your mind? You seem distracted" Joey asked resting on his elbows. I shake my head as I cup his cheek. It is for the best that I leave, I'm not safe here. He may seem sweet now but I'll do something he doesn't like and then he'll make me feel like shit. Joey leans down pressing his lips to mine, kissing me softly before pulling away. He stand up and walks over to the other side of the bed while taking off his clothes. I tug off my jeans before getting under the covers and Joey does the same. He wraps his arms around me pulling me close so my back is to his chest.

His lips trail down my neck to my shoulder probably trying to leave a hickey. "My beautiful baby" He murmurs against my skin. I keep my eyes forward as guilt seeps into my body. He kisses me ear before whispering, "I love you"

It doesn't take long before I hear his soft snores and I keep my eyes trained on the wall. I have to get up, I can't take another day of his emotional abuse. I gently moves his arms so I can stand but I freeze when he rolls onto his back. I glance over at him to see he is still sleeping. I gulp as I pull my jeans back on then tip toe to the closest door. I grab by packed back then slip my shoes on. I look back at Joey's sleeping form chewing on my bottom lip. I turn on my heel, open the bedroom door then make my way to the front door. I know this is what is best for me and I know this will hurt Joey but I can't stay here anymore. It hurts to much.

With my bag on my back I step out of the house and begin my walk to who knows where.
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My phone rings for the hundredth time today showing Joey's name. The calls started at one in the morning and it is 12 in the afternoon. I have over a hundred text messages from him that I have not read. I didn't have it in me to block his number, I know I should but I can't right now.

I sit in an abandoned building to rest my feet for awhile. I stare at Joeys name but I don't answer. When his name goes away I get three more text messages from him. I lower my phone looking at the spray painted covered wall across the room from me. I stand up and sling my back onto my shoulder ready to move spots. I walk into the alleyway and make my ways towards the street when someone roughly grabs my bag slamming me into the brick wall. I cry out in pain when a hand wraps around my neck cutting off my air.

I open my eyes seeing Joey in front of me. I grip his wrist struggling to push him off of me. "Going somewhere?" He growled squeezing my neck making me gasp for air. "I wake up at midnight feeling the bed for my beautiful baby and don't find him. I wait because maybe he is in the bathroom but he never comes back to bed. I call and text him worried about him and yet I find him a bag on his shoulders running away from me" I can't breathe.

"Is there a reason for running away?" He asked loosening his grip on my neck. I gasp in air finally being able to breathe. "I-I can't be there anymore" I gasp looking into his eyes. Joey grabs me throwing me further into the alley away from the street. "You don't get a choice Tristin!" He growls stocking over to me. I try to crawl away but he grabs one of my ankles yanking me back. I claw at the concrete beneath me but I have no luck of getting away from him. How did he even find me?

"I'm so disappointed Tristin" He sighs letting my ankles go. "P-Please let me g-go" I whimper crawling away from him. He watches me with a glint in his eyes. "I don't understand why you want to run away baby" He said walking towards me again. He gets to me and this time grabs my wrist twisting it in the wrong direction. I hear a snap and a pain shot though my entire hand making me scream. He lets go and I immediately cradle my wrist as tears fall from my eyes.

"Baby this hurts me more then it hurts you" Joey say standing over me. I have to make a run for it but I can't not without him catching me. I bite my bottom lip as tears continue to fall down my face then it hits me. I hesitantly stand up and take a step towards him, "I-I'm sorry...I don't know w-what I was t-thinking" I whimper still holding my broken wrist. Joey's eyes soften as he opens his arms for me. I walk closer but when I get to him I kick him right his his junk making him fall to his knees groaning out in pain.

I run for the street hoping that bought me time. "Tristin! You slut! Get back here!" Joey yells loudly. I make it to the sidewalk but immediately bump into someone. My wrist moves and I cry out as my eyes water again. "Watch it" Someone says. I look up and see a man standing in front of me wearing a very expensive looking suit. I see two other men in black suits come towards me. I glance back at the alley way knowing Joey is coming. I rush towards one of the men hiding behind them. He turns but I follow so he is blocking me from the alleyway. The man in the expensive suit rolls his eyes. I see Joey step onto the side walk his eyes landing on me and I drop to my knees.

"P-Please, please help me" I whimper. The two men look at the guy in the expensive suit waiting for an answer. The guy raises an eyebrow crossing his arms over his chest. "Why would I do that when I don't even know you?" He asked looking over me. Tears fall again, "please, I'll do anything!" I sob. Fear crawls my back as Joey stocks closer. The guy steps up to me lifting my chin. "Anything?" He repeated. I nod my head then the man snaps his fingers. "Holland call the car. Miles watch the boy" He barks out. One guy pulls out his phone while the other helps me up. Miles his name was presses his fingers to my wrist making me cry out in pain. "Broken" He mutters under his breath.

I look back up to see Joey is gone and I let out a silent sigh of relief. Miles turns to what I'm guessing is his boss. "He has a broken wrist" Miles says. The man looks me over again before closing his eyes. "Take him to the hospital. You know what doctor. I have to get to this meeting. I will meet you guys there after" He says then walks off down the street. Miles turns back to me right as a black car stops next to us. "Let's go" Miles says placing a hand on my back urging me forward.

I take one last glance at the alleyway wondering if Joey is still there watching. I shake the dread away then get into the car with Miles. I'm safe now...hopefully.