My Cinderella Story

Chapter 25

Riker's POV|

"What is your problem? She is obviously terrified!" I scream as Harrison ties Merideth to a kitchen chair.

"If you guys are going to be here for a while you need to learn my rules." Harrison says slapping Merideth. She was right this guy is nasty. We have been stuck here for three days. I always seem to catch a glimpse if officials driving through. Why don't they come check the house? Why hasn't my family called? My thoughts escape my mind as I'm pulled up and tied right in front of Merideth.

"You guys are just California snobs." Harrison tells in my face.

All I did was sit there and hope that someone would come soon.

"Please step outside the home." I hear a voice from outside. "We are prepared to come in."

Harrison doesn't move.

"You are surrounded."

No movement.

Without warning the cops break through the door and immediately tackle Harrison. Two come and untie Merideth then me. Paramedics come and tend to the wounds we have received. I have a few cuts down my arm and a hefty bruise on my back. Merideth has a fresh cut on her face and rope burns on her wrist. When we are cared for my parents engulf in hugs.

"Why did you call?" My mom says clinging to my shirt.

"We didn't have our phones." I admit.

"Well we are glad you guys are safe." Dad says hugging me and Merideth.

Ross's POV|

The door opened and my parents walk in. We all have disappointment in our face. The two more people walk in.

"MERIDETH! RIKER!" We all scream and exchange hugs.

They honestly look beat up and tired. Riker is banged up but Merideth looks like she needs medical attention. She is limping hard and has bruises and cuts.

"Sorry to cut the trip short but we think now is a good time to go home." Mom says.

"Van is already packed." Rydel says.

"Then lets go." Dad says opening the door.

We all load in the van. Merideth snuggles into Riker and Macie is with them. All I can think is Riker has defiantly found the perfect girl for him.