Chapter 1: Criminal on the Loose
(X Factor 2010)
Emmarose’s P.O.V.
I cheered as I watched a glimpse of One Direction performing on stage last night in England on T.V. I adored One Direction, especially Harry Styles. Oh how I wish I could meet him. As I stared into the T.V. screen, the program was interrupted with some important news alert.
“This is EBC News! My name is Angela Bleicken. According to police reports, Carla Hersch, one of the FBI’s most wanted, has been seen roaming the streets today in England. Her criminal records say that she killed a total of seven people before disappearing for ten years. Witnesses say they last saw her break into a red Cooper and drive away. No one knows where she went. Be on the look out for Carla Hersch. If you have any information, please contact the police department.”
“I remember Carla Hersch! I once investigated the case when she randomly killed the seven people. It was a tragic story. I have always wondered if she was just angry and did it on accident, and since she didn’t appear after her frenzy, I suppose she was ashamed and left the public eye,” Dad said with much enthusiasm, while babbling about the time he investigated the case ten years ago. As he continued thinking about the case, his face turned into worry, and I knew what he was thinking.
“Dad, don’t worry! Carla Hersch isn’t going to come bursting into our door any time soon! She probably isn’t even going to be a threat to anyone, and even if she was, you are an amazing policeman, so you can use some of your special moves on her. Just keep eating your ice cream.” I said trying to reassure Dad with a smirk on my face. Ugh, fathers worry too much about the safety of their children. Just imagine having a father of three children who is also a cop. That only means an overly protective father. I love my dad and all, but I just wish he wouldn’t worry as much. Ever since Mum died, he has stricken the rules on us. For example, he no longer let me watch movies with my friends anymore without him chaperoning, and we no longer get to stay out past dinner since he claims that that is when all the “criminals and creepers” lurk out.
“You know you are my baby, Emmarose, and I just want you to be safe. Now go up to bed. Tomorrow is Monday, and you know how you are Monday mornings.” Dad said sternly with a comforted face.
“Yes, Father.” I grumbled and dragged myself upstairs. Considering it was only ten p.m., I was actually exhausted. I opened the door to be greeted by a large and comfy queen sized bed. I threw myself onto it, and immediately drifted off into a dream. I went to sleep with an image of Carla Hersch in my mind. She was one creepy lady!
Harry Styles’s P.O.V.
“Look! We are on T.V.” Niall said almost too innocently.
“Those girls nearly popped my eardrums last night! They scream like they are running from their lives!” Zayn whined as he rubbed his ears recalling the loud and boisterous girls.
“Oh get used to it, Zayn! There will be more of that to come!” Liam scolded as Louis laughed in the corner.
Everyone seemed to be occupied with something. Niall was staring intently at the T.V. screen, watching our performance last night. Zayn was busy fixing his hair after Louis “accidentally” got his fingers stuck in Zayn’s hair. Liam was reading a book, which appeared to be The Hunger Games. And I was justing sitting here, twiddling my thumbs.
“WHAT HAPPENED?!” Niall screamed at the television. We all placed our attention on the T.V. screen, and the program was interrupted in what appeared to be an emergency news alert.
“This is EBC News! My name is Angela Bleicken. According to police reports, Carla Hersch, one of the FBI’s most wanted, has been seen roaming the streets today in England. Her criminal records say that she killed a total of seven people before disappearing for ten years. Witnesses say they last saw her break into a red Cooper and drive away. No one knows where she went. Be on the look out for Carla Hersch. If you have any information, please contact the police department.”
“Wow! That is scary!” Niall said, baffled by the announcement.
“I hope everyone is safe tonight, knowing that there is a criminal on the loose.” Liam said before returning to his book.
“Eh. I could care less.” Zayn said and returned to fixing his hair.
“Haz, hold me!” Louis said with fear in his eyes.
“Oh! Man up, Louis! We have tons of bodyguards! It’s not like some Carla Hersch is going to burst into our room and kill us all!” I said rolling my eyes at Louis. At the same time, I couldn’t help but worry for those who didn’t have bodyguards. I guess we are just fortunate to be famous on the X-factor. I think I am going to sleep and take my mind off this Carla Hersch person.
Hi people who actually read this!
This is my first chapter. I am still unsure as to whether I should or shouldn't continue this book. It seems to be staggering to get reads. Well, I want to thank Juli (vampirejuli) for inspiring me to write this story. Thanks to all those who have read this! BTW how was chapter 1? If you keep reading, chapter 3 is where 1D is more involved. :D Leave comments below! :D
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