His girl; Sequel to SNA

Chapter 14: Cookie Jar

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“Are you Olivia Nicholson?” The man asked me.

I bit my lip nervously and nodded, “Yes, I am. And I’m just recovering from an epileptic fit so could you come back later?” I stated sardonically.

He laughed, “I’ve waited long enough. I’m sure you remember me, I’m Mr Jones.”

I smiled through gritted teeth, “Of course. What is it you want?” Something about Mr Jones made me feel uneasy and uncomfortable.

“Tens of thousands of pounds, my dear.” His shark-like smile showed and Niall’s hand gripped me tighter.

I’d forgotten Niall was still here, so his reassurance made me feel safer.

“Mr Jones, with all due respect, why are you asking me for this money?”

“If your father hadn’t wasted his drunken life running away from the law, I wouldn’t be. But since he’s now in jail, and you’re old enough, I want payment.”

Niall frowned, “Olivia did nothing wrong. You can’t press the blame on her: why don’t you go speak to her father?” My boyfriend said, raising his eyebrows.

“I’ve tried, and he refused to cooperate. You’re eligible now, and I gave you near enough a decade to pay off your debts. I’m an impatient man, Miss Nicholson. And I demand payment.” He raised his eyebrows and mine knitted together.

“And how far are you willing to go to get this money?” I asked.

Fury and tension and slight fear flooded the atmosphere.

“I have lawyers and I’m willing to take this as far as court.”

My mouth dropped open and he smiled smugly.

“I do hope you change your mind, Olivia. I have the law on my side – and you’ll surely be hearing from me soon.”

As Niall and I watched him march out of the room, I started to cry.

“No, no, no, don’t cry! It’ll all work out, it’ll be okay.” Niall hugged me close to his chest and I shook my head.

“No it won’t, Niall! He’s right – the law is on his side and I’ll never be able to compete. I’m so sorry...you shouldn’t need to get involved with this. You can go.” I covered my face with my hands and sobbed.

Niall breathed heavily, “I will do everything to keep you safe.” He kissed my forehead and rocked me in his arms.

“I don’t know how long I can do this for. Niall, I’ll tell you what happened. And, promise me you won’t hate me?”

He smiled at me, “I could never.”

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Niall had been on the phone for the past half an hour, arranging a meeting with lawyers and all sorts.