Homicide On The Loose

Chapter 24

For the past couple of months, I have been writing diligently of my upcoming book. I plan to publish it for my fellow earthlings to read and hope that they would enjoy it. I have done nothing else but to put my every concentration to it. I rarely ever left the house.

I would publish it with a publisher that I met during one of the Montgomery Inc's ball. I met the publisher for a publishing company called Hundreds Books. They are not a renowned company but I don't mind as long as I get to publish my book, I'll be over the moon.

Luke, my editor has been a tremendous help through the whole procedure. He is willing to wait patiently as seldom my brain refuses to work. We have been contacting each other through e-mail and if sometimes I was desperate enough, I would call him.

I haven't told anyone about my book, even Liam. I wanted to surprise them all when the book is ready to be read.

I'm not the only one who has been working hard lately. On the contrary, Amelia has followed her mother's footsteps in becoming a wedding planner. Margaret couldn't be anymore proud that her only daughter is following her footsteps.

"I'm home!" yelled out Liam from the front door.

"In here!" I yelled out louder than him since I am in our bedroom upstairs.

He came in and greeted me with a kiss on my temple before shifting his soft lips on my lips which had caught me by surprise.

He laid down on the bed and sighed, "I'm tired. Oh and before I forget, I have to fly to London tomorrow for a business trip. Something came up and I have to be there to check up on everything."

I pouted while placing my arms behind his neck, "When will you be back?"

I tried not to sound so clingy, but I couldn't when this irresistible man is my main concern.

"A day or two. I promise I won't be long." he gave me one of his signature smile that makes my heart go wild.

"Okay." he hugged me and I cling on to him while sniffing his-Liam-like smell. It amazes me how he can smell so amazing all the time.

He released me, "Come on! Let's have a romantic dinner date in our backyard."

I smiled in return.

We ended up ordering pizza, yes very romantic indeed and lighted a few candles to lighten up the mood.

We chatted on a lot of things until midnight and then when we were tired enough we settled down for bed.

Liam needs a goodnight's rest, his words not mine because he needs to be well rested for his trip tomorrow.

The next morning, as Liam was getting dressed and having a last minute pack, I feel heavy with emotions. Even if it's for a few days, I never want to let him go.

As we were bidding goodbye, I was so close to tears but I sucked it up and wished him a safe trip. It's not like I would never see him again, right? I should not let negativity get to me. I'm usually not this emotional, maybe it's just the time of the month. There's probably nothing to worry about.

He was still waving at me even when the car is moving away. Away, he will be.

For the rest of the day, I worked diligently on my book and as the sun goes down, I was finally done. I am done finishing one last chapter including editing and now I just have to wait for Luke to review them and finally publish them.

What to do now? I could call up Amelia or Sam and ask them to stay over because I don't really feel like staying alone for the night.

I called the both of them and unfortunately, they are both extremely busy with their jobs.

I ended up watching Friends until an unhealthy hour with food wrappers and cans of soda to accompany me.

I went to bed at 7 in the morning. Although, I don't really feel tired but as soon as my head hit the pillow, I was asleep.

I woke up to a sound of tapping on my window. I checked the time and it is 1 p.m.

I looked outside and searched for the source of the sound. But I saw nothing. There is a tree in the backyard but it isn't that close to a window for one of the branches to tap on.

It's probably just my imagination. I went into the bathroom and brushed my teeth. I couldn't be bothered to take a shower. Maybe later.

I went downstairs and head straight to the kitchen. I settled for a bowl of cereal as I am too lazy to cook anything.

As I am munching and crunching the cereals in my mouth, I felt completely empty. Empty for not getting to see my one true love. I never want to be away from Liam ever again. I will follow him everywhere he goes from now on.

I made myself comfortable on the couch directly in front of the television. I was set my mind for a Harry Potter marathon but 30 minutes in, I am already dreaming of being wrapped up in Liam's arms and breathing in his scent.

I woke up again to the sound of tapping. It was louder this time. The television was off. I know that I didn't shut the television off in my sleep, I assure you of that. This is really weird and creepy. Where are human beings when I need them most?

I stood up and stretched myself when I hear a door closed. Gosh, this is so typical, the girl is all alone at home and at night and she goes out to check on what's going on and that, boys and girls, is exactly what I did.

As soon as I stepped out of the room, I know that everything is wrong. The house is eerily quiet and pitch-black dark.

Suddenly there's a voice behind me, "Hello, Leyla. Remember me?" His voice is hoarse, like he hasn't drink for days and it made shivers run down my spine. Trust me, these are bad shivers, not like the one that made me feel with Liam.

As soon as I heard those words, I know who he is and what he wants from me. Before I can react, I was driven into unconsciousness.