You Don't Know Me

Chapter 24

My eyes opened slowly, adjusting to the light.

A sharp pain shot in my legs but that was least of my concerns. I've been through worse and this was nothing compared to that.

I saw Randall standing by the door. His eyes widening as I woke up.

"How are you feeling sir. Should I call the nurse?" He said helping me up.

"Take the rest with you and get out of the hospital" I said, rubbing my forehead.

Mom probably asked them to come hear but right now I needed some time alone.

"I can't do that sir. Ms.Ricci gave me strict orders" he said, looking scared. "And sir.... Raffaele, the eldest son of Luciano is here. He doesn't seem to be in a good mood"

Raffaele was here? I figured the reason is related to the person who shot me. But Raffaele was not the one to act on emotions.

"I won't repeat myself Randall. Take your men and get the fuck out!" I shouted, losing my patience.

Randall looked pale as he quickly bowed his head and made his way out. I threw the syringe stuck in my hand and got up. Blood seeped through the bandages as I walked, limping a bit. The nurse who entered the room looked horrified at this but decided to not say anything. Wise choice.

As soon as I went out of that room, I was met with a punch to my face. I looked up to see Raffaele. His eyes were red with anger as he grabbed my collar. I spit the blood in my mouth and pushed him aside.

"Don't you fucking touch her again. Got it, huh?! Next time Lucas I'll cut those hands." He threatened.

"I'd like to see you try" I said smirking put it soon fell.

The pained expression on her came back to haunt me. I don't know why it effected me. I've killed a lot of people and now when I hurt her a bit in a fight, why do I feel like this?

Is it because she looks so much like Amy? Or that she's her family?

"Is she okay?" I asked.

He looked at me in disbelief and scoffed.

"Raffaele?" A voice called from behind him.

My heart stopped for a second. It sounded so much like Amy.

I felt disappointed when I saw Walker. And God it hurts. It hurts so much to see her.

"What are you doing here Lia. Go back and get some rest" Raffaele said looking worried as I clenched my jaw.

"I'm fine now. Let's go home" she said

"Home? You mean Amy's home. Just because they took you in don't ever imagine that you can take her place." I said loosing my mind.

She looked at me in shock.

"What do you mean? Did you hit your head somewhere dude" she said looking confused.

I walked towards her when Raffaele stepped in front.

"That's enough Lucas." He said.

For some strange reason he looked tense.

"Do you know him Raffaele?" She asked looking more confused.

"It's nothing Lia. Let's go back home" he said trying to calm her.

What's going on?

"Stop! It's not nothing. How long do you plan to keep me in the dark?!" She said getting angry.

I didn't understand. What were they hiding from her? Why were they acting strange?

"Does she not know about Amy?" I asked, coming to the only conclusion I could think of.

I looked at Raffaele who seemed lost of words. Walker was looking at my bracelet. Her brows knitted in confusion.

Suddenly she held her head, her eyes teared up and she let out a pained sound. I rushed to her side, holding her before she fell.

"Lia. What happened? Are you okay?" He rushed to her side shouting for a doctor.

Her hand left her head, slowly tracing her fingers across my bracelet.
I wanted to pull my hand away but it was frozen on spot. I studied her expression, her eyes widened.

I didn't know what was happening but we stayed like that for a while. Raffaele backed away, as if in realisation. He left.

My eyes were fixed on her. Confused. At her and my actions. I must have lost my mind. Yes, that's the only reason I did that. My hand slid around her waist, hugging her. She hugged me back as I pulled her closer in an attempt to console her.

I didn't know why. I didn't know anything anymore. But it felt right.

My mind may have forgotten and doubted her. I've fooled myself from the very begining. But now I knew....

"Lucky" she called me. Amy called me.

My Amy.

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Sorry for the short chapter.

I wanted to make it longer but it seemed like the right time to end this chapter.

Lucas finally recognised Amelia. What are your thoughts?

He'll soon find out about her past. How will he react?

I'm as curious as you guys😂.

The one responsible for Amelia's assault and her friend's murder will soon be revealed. Stay tuned!