Chasing David

Chapter 4- Taryn's Dismay.

I know that I shouldn't be so predictable. The fact that I'm running back to find some one who is a total jerk is beyond me. Like seriously who the hell is this tramp. Ben has never made me suspect anything. And just like that boom! My 40 dollar eyeliner was totally not living up to expectations. I have to find him. We need to talk. So now I have to cancel my wedding and go on a freaking goose chase. I arrived at the church at exactly 5:15 pm. Late for my own wedding. I don't know what told me to come here. But I thought this was the best place to be at the moment. I'm a total mess. I couldn't go home. It would just make things worse. I wish my sister was with me. Growing up I could always count on Lilu. Even though half the time she seemed uninterested in everything I was saying. She loves me and is probably worried sick. But hello! What was I gonna do? Wait around for whatever was gonna happen. Ummm not!
"Thanks Frank." I said as I wiped my eyes. Ben was usually the one to wipe the tears away. Always there when I needed him. But not this time. I pulled my long blonde hair up into a ponytail. "I'll wait here Ms. Davis." He replied while giving me a sympathetic nod in the rear view mirror. The parking lot was empty. I was stressing the fact that no one was a little late receiving the cancellation. I've always been the talk of the town. That girl that you walk by and imagine being best friends with. The popular chic. The preppy one. Or my favorite, "The mean girl."I'm totally okay with it. My popularity was important to me. I liked turning heads. But Lilu is different. And even though she never said anything I knew she was always embarrassed being seen with me. Such and introvert that girl is. I think she's adorable. Her big brown eyes and freckled face has a certain innocents about it. She was my best friend. Even if she didn't like having any friends at all.
             The church seemed so empty. The windows were dull showing no signs of light. I wanted to go inside regardless of how creepy it seemed. I needed a place to think. I couldn't go back to the apartment that held so many memories wasted on a liar. As I reached the steps of the church I noticed a dim light almost hiding behind the stained glass doorways. Pulling open the doors I felt a rush of emotions. Every pew was decorated in white lace and Lily's just like I wanted. Although it was beautiful i felt a hurt deep in the pit of my stomach. I imagined walking in as the bride. In my top of the line, one of a kind Vera Wang. All of my friends jaws dropping. My parents in tears. Even Lilu smiling. She's hasn't done much since David disappeared.
God I needed a me day. I just wanted so bad for this to be a dream. I'm definitely not liking all this uncertainty. I walked about mid way down the isle and decided to sit and sulk. I'm such a cry baby. To think I spent so long trying to build a life with someone who wasn't truthful. That kind of betrayal made me rethink everything I had with Ben. I set goals for my future the day I graduated. I have too many things ahead of me to worry if my future husband is sleeping around with some girl that smells like cheap liquor and bad decisions.
          I was almost utterly alone in the church. It had an eerie feeling to it. So dark and empty. Not even a pastor. It's was totally creepy. There was just me and one person in the front pew. A husky silhouette I knew all to well. As I studied to make sure of what I already knew, I saw a glimmer shoot off an earring. And even though I couldn't see his face in the darkness, I knew that earring. The damn thing cost me 60 bucks at an indie flee market. The cross hung low with a blue stud on the tip end of it. It was so quiet. He never said a word. O-M-G! I wanted to break the silence. But I didn't. Finally after contemplating those 3 words I knew what to say. Starring at the candles that covered the alter I spoke as calmly as I could. "Who is she?" I asked. The man stood up and turned to face me. His Hispanic features were always my weakness. Ugh! His blue eyes where like freaking rockets blasting off his dark complexion. He tilted his head as he replied with a voice as smooth as silk. "What are you talking about?" 
As he approached the row where I was seated his perfect fitted suit and slicked black hair made me catch my breath. Being mad at him did not take away from his good looks. "My mother called. Why did you cancel the wedding Taryn?" He asked cautiously. I rolled my eyes unprepared for what would happen next. He sat down next to me scooping me up in his arms and placing me right on his no no square. Feeling the bulge my heart started acting a fool. Half of me totally wanted to jump him considering how kinky the time and place was. But I also felt anger, anxiety, and sadness.
         "I found the rings." I stated. He had no idea that I knew anything. "Babe that's great news. But it doesn't say much considering it isn't on your finger yet." He smirked. I pulled the stupid rings out of my back pocket along with the letter. I showed him the hand that held the rings. The gold fluttered with the candle light. My head hung low. I knew the waterworks were just around the corner.
"Who is she?" I asked slamming the letter into what felt like his steel chest. He didn't even budge. Looking down he removed my hand and seen the letter. "Ahh. I see." The expression on his face changed. His head tilted revealing a face I've never seen him make before. It was scary and almost inhuman. I was freaking terrified. He sat the letter next to him on the pew. He took his hand and rested it on my knee. The damn thing covered half my leg. Nervous I asked one more time. "Ben who is she? Like seriously can you please just give me some silly excuse so I can move on with this. Either break my heart now and save me the trouble or tell me I have nothing to worry about."  
          He looked away with a pout. His luscious lips parted in the middle. When he turned back to look at me, I knew right then that something was terribly wrong. His grip around my waste tightened. I didn't move. Even if I did I wouldn't have been able to get far. He took his index finger and gently stroked my thigh, tracing along my entire lower body. He took a deep breath. " Oh my poor, precious, absolutely clueless Taryn. I'm afraid this letter has gotten you into a ton of trouble." His finger was now on my chest barely maneuvering around the outline of my breast. I couldn't control my breathing. I was panting like a dog. Fear and lust filled my body to the tippy top. I didn't know wether to reciprocate or fight to get away. "What do you mean in trouble?" I asked breathlessly. "What to do? What to do?" His tone was sarcastic as he reached my neck. As he stroked the round shape of my jawline, I began to feel a little more scared than sexually frustrated. Those eyes. I've never seen that look in those perfect blue eyes.
"That letter was not meant for you." He said angrily. I didn't buy into it until his hand was gripped tightly around my throat. "Ben let go." I demanded taking both my hands and pushing against his chest. "I can't do that." He flashed a smile and squeezed tighter. I couldn't breathe. Why was he doing this! "Ben!" I struggled to get free but he held me there like a lion with his prey. He shifted out from under me and pushed my back into the pew. He pushed harder and harder on my throat. I tried to scream but I couldn't even breathe. I rolled around underneath him for maybe 20 seconds before everything started fading to black. He was so strong.
         I laid limp across the pew. Not totally knocked out, but enough were I didn't have control of my body. Easily he picked me up and threw me over his shoulder. My head felt groggy when I tried to lift it.
So I just hung lifeless over his well built body. Stunned by what was happening. He mumbled some words as we left through the back door of the church. Some thing along the lines of  "David you have done it again." We finally reached Bens big red, off road, SUV. He threw me off of his shoulder and into the back seat.
I was totally pissed at him at the moment. But wanted to see where this road takes me. Call me nosey all you want. But this was totally to crazy to just pass up. I've got to let Lilu know. Slyly I reached into my bra and slid out my phone. I dialed her number. If I texted and he seen I may not have time to send it.
What a jerk! I thought as the phone rang in my ear. I'm definitely not gonna marry him after all this. He's back on the market girls. "Taryn? Hey where are you? Where's Ben? Are you okay?" Lilu sounded worried. I waited for the opportunity to speak back to her. Ben was getting something out of the trunk. I spoke fast.. "Lilu! Ben is not who we think he is." I warned her. "What do you mean Taryn?"  She asked in a worried voice. "Considering he just chocked me out in a damn church and has me thrown in his back seat, I'd say he has another motive besides working it out with me Lilu.!" I saw him approach the driver door. I knew in my stupid heart of hearts that I had to do this for her. I had to see if he knew anything about David's whereabouts.
        Ive always been the one who needed saving. The one who always needs help doing something. It was my turn to be that for Lilu. I was strong enough. My good looks and charming personality wasn't my only good qualities. She needed me this time. And I was gonna get to the bottom of this. "Lilu don't call the police, I'll be fine." I rushed my words fully aware that he now seen me on the phone as he got into the driver seat. "Taryn wait! Don't do this!?" She said reassuring me that I was a total freaking idiot. Ben turned in his seat very calmly looking at me as he took the phone. "I love you Lilu." Was all I could manage to say before his fist met my cheek. And this time it wasn't to wipe my tears away.