Runaway

Chapter 5

Author's note:

I've had to split chapter 5 into two parts because it was too big. The other part (chapter 6) is coming later today.

I'm not an expert for surfing so I've written what I think it's right. I gave my best.

Enjoy it and if anyone likes it, please click on the star under the chapter and vote for it or give it a comment or two. Again, it would make me so happy to read your opinions.

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„Thanks for coming," Nikki said, hugging Marina tightly. Half an hour after Daniel's shocking confession in relation to Sofia, Nikki tried to persuade him to bring someone. She eventually had to give up, because he simply didn't want to cooperate. She dialed Marina's number, deciding that it's better to call Latina, as Daniel made it clear that he didn't want to see Brian.

Marina came to the beach, very concerned about her friend. After returning Nikki's hug, she saw Daniel, who looked like someone had run him over.

„Why are you doing this, Dan?" she asked, but there was no answer from the tall man. His head was lowered. Daniel was asleep.

„You shouldn't have stayed here. Naples is dangerous at night," the Latina explained, turning toward Nikki.

The woman just shrugged.

„I tried to persuade him to call someone but he didn't want to. There's a party down the beach anyway," she replied.

Marina ran her hand through Daniel's hair.

„He's only making problems."

Nikki shook her head.

„He hasn't done anything I couldn't handle. Apart from trying to punch Ronnie while they were fighting, he wanted to go for a night's swim in the sea. I stopped him."

She was silent about Daniel's confession about his ex-girlfriend. She thought it's for the best.

Marina sighed, putting her hand under Daniel's.

„My car is parked down the road. Can you help me move him down there? I'll get you straight to your hotel. It's not safe for you to walk on the streets or beach all alone."

Nikki nodded, grabbing Daniel from the other side. The girls raised him together, his legs instantly working again. Although he wasn't aware of his surroundings, the tall man started walking. Marina could bet that tomorrow he wouldn't even remember who brought him home. It took them a few minutes to reach Marina's Honda. They had put Daniel in the backseat and the man quickly lay down.

„His dad will be thrilled after I get him home in this state," Marina said, turning the car on.

„He's like that often?" Nikki asked.

The Latina was silent for a few seconds, before nodding firmly, confirming Nikki's suspicions, She had finally linked all pieces of the puzzle. Problems that Daniel had and which he was fighting all this time were obviously related to his break up. He himself said Sofia had left him. The man had obviously struggled with accepting this and, like many others, he had found a solution in alcohol.

„Daniel is currently in a very bad place. Let's put it that way. It's not my place to tell this story, so you'll have to settle with this answer," she explained dryly. „Still, I'm really grateful to you for taking care of him tonight. I know Dan isn't the humblest person in the world. He was...before. He's not anymore, but he's still one of my best friends. So, thank you."

Nikki gave her a smile. Marina seemed very honest.

Soon, they were on the other side of her hotel so Nikki came out of the car. She gently squeezed Marina's hand, thanking her for coming and then walked towards the main entrance. What a night. Nikki didn't even dream that her solitary night out would turn into something like this. She didn't think she would meet someone she knew, much less Daniel. However, the tall man managed to surprise her. Nikki hoped he would be fine. Given the way things turned out tonight, the woman was no longer having fun and decided to go to sleep. It took her a few minutes to remove clothes and make-up. After changing into something more comfortable, she had finally laid down, under the white sheets. It was time to rest.