Skinny Latte|Kellic

Chapter 27

KELLINS POV
I awoke with a jolt, shaking in terror.
Swear poured down my face and tears escaped my eyes.
I looked around rapidly in the darkness, trying to convince myself it was only a nightmare, Gerard wasn't here.
I hiccoughed as my breath caught in my throat.
My chest felt like it was on fire and my head felt lighter than a feather.

The cold air tickled the back of my throat every time I took a short breath in, forcing me to choke, making it harder to breath than it already was.

My vision was blurred by my tears and everything seemed to be going ten times faster.
A hand touched my shoulder, making me let out a squeal.

"Hey it's Vic, you're okay Kells, you're okay." I heard Vics soothing voice over the sound of my erratic breathing and sobs.

"It's okay Kells, try and copy my breathing." He whispered, grasping my hands.

I squeezed my eyes shut, letting tears roll down my face.

I tried to copy Vics breathing, his hands not leaving mine.

I repeated his breathing patterns for a few minutes, trying to concentrate on my breathing and nothing else.

I could feel my heart rate gradually slow down, and I finally could relax a bit more.

Vic shuffled over to sit next to me.
"How did you do that?" I asked.
"Do what?"
"N-no one's every calmed me down the quickly." I whispered.

He squeezed my hands slightly, "My brother used to do the same thing with me when I got attacks. I just tried to remember what he did." He told me.

I let another tear slip down my cheek as I buried my face in his chest.

"I had a nightmare.." I told Vic, still feeling slightly nauseous.

"What was it about?" He asked, running his fingers through my hair.
"G-Gerard. He was chasing me through the house, I kept trying to call you but you never came.." I started sobbing again.

He held my head closer to his chest, gently hushing me.
"What did I tell you Kells? I'll keep you safe, always."

I nodded slightly, "I-I know."

He pressed a kiss to my head but what stopped the reassurance of Vic's promise was how unsure and scared he looked himself.

I glanced at the time was read 6.30
I sighed and shuffled out of bed, knowing there's no point in going back to sleep now.

I starred at the date on the calendar on the wall, realising that the court date was in three days.

Anxiety bubbled in my stomach as I realised I'd have to stand up in front of everyone, and Gerard, to talk about everything he's done.

My bottom lip quivered, but I clenched my fists and bit down hard on my lip, forcing myself to not cry.
I'd cried enough already today and it was only half six.

I walked into the bathroom and splashed water in my face, trying to refresh myself.

I ran my fingers through my hair and stared at myself.
I tried to push Gerard and Mikey to the back of my mind, so I could get on with my day.

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I put my apron on and started walking behind the coffee shop counter but Vic quickly grabbed my hand.
"If Mikey comes back or if anything happens, you come straight to me Okay?" He asked.
I nodded, "Of course."

I could tell he was trying to cover up the fear on his face.

He pressed a kiss firmly on my forehead before he walked off to start clearing the tables.

I walked over to my drawer, which was were my work times and plastic hygiene gloves were, but there was a note this time.

Kellin
Remember what I said.
If he goes to prison, there'll be hell to pay

I swallowed hard and ripped the paper up, letting out a shaky breath.

I knew this would never end.
I knew I could never get rid of Gerard.

I walked over to the bin and chucked the note into it.

I sighed and rubbed my face.
"You Okay kell?" Gabe asked.
I nodded quickly and turned on all the coffee machines, microwaves and grills.

I walked over to the door, reaching out a shaking hand to flip the door sign to open

I couldn't help but feel like someone was watching me, though I knew I was just being paranoid now.

I walked over to Vic, feeling safe next to him.

"Hey." He smiled.
"Hi." I whispered.

The door opened, making me jump and snap around to see who it was.

Just a normal customer..

I let out a long breath, today was going to be a long day