The Forgotten (19)

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I was with Cory walking back up to his room when he bumped into Lia and Hayley coming from their room. “Where’s Ness?” I asked them. “She went to go and see her brother.” Lia replied. “Oh okay.” I replied nodding. I wonder why she didn’t tell me that she was meeting her brother today. Maybe it was random. I can’t seem to shake the feeling that something’s not right though.

We went down to the games room and spent time playing on the Wii. It was funny because the girls were crap at every game and we kept on winning. I couldn’t enjoy myself fully because Ness wasn’t there. “Guys, I’m going to go call her brother and see if she’s okay.” I told them. “You are so whipped.” Cory commented grinning and I flipped him off.

I ran up to our room and I picked up my mobile phone. I looked through the logs and found the number that Jason called me on before. “Hello?” Jason answered. “Hey Jason, I was wondering if you were bringing back Ness around now?” I asked. “Marcus? Is that you?” He asked. “Yeah it’s me Marcus. So are you bringing her back?” I enquired again. “Bringing her back? What are you talking about?” He asked and I felt my blood run cold. “Hayley and Lia said that Vanessa went to meet you hours ago.” I told him. “I haven’t seen her since she came to my workplace. Where the hell is she?” He cried out sounding very agitated. I could only think of one thing. “Stefan.” I breathed out. “I’m coming down to the hotel now.” He told me sounding very grave. “I’m going to tell Isaac that she’s missing so I’ll talk to you later.” I replied hanging up quickly.

I ran out of the room and almost knocked Lia over. “What’s the hurry man?” Cory asked smiling but his smile vanished when he really looked at my face. “Is he bringing her back now? What’s wrong?” Lia asked sounding worried. “Ness didn’t go to meet her brother today.” I told her. “So where is she then?” Hayley asked. “I don’t know but I have a feeling Stefan is behind this. We need to go and tell Isaac.” I told them and we all ran to his room.

He phoned the police and they arrived just before Jason got there. I was trying to explain the situation but they didn’t look like they believed me. “You just have a feeling that this guy has taken your friend?” A policeman asked raising his eyebrow. “What proof do you have of this?” He enquired. I opened my mouth and closed it. I didn’t have proof.

“He’s already raped my sister, he tried to approach her and forcefully take her with him last week.” Jason growled annoyed that the police didn’t seem to be doing anything. The policeman immediately looked startled as it wasn’t a teenager talking to him but an adult. “What is this boy’s name?” He asked Jason. “Stefan Zaidia.” He told them quickly.

Melissa came running in with tears streaked down her face. “You have to help Vanessa!” She exclaimed. “Do you know where she is?” I asked gripping her shoulders. “Before she came to comfort me on the beach because I was crying but then Stefan came and tried to take us both. Vanessa helped me to get away so I ran straight home. I’ve been calling you for ages to try and tell you because I didn’t really feel safe leaving my house but Vanessa’s in danger so I had to come.” She explained.

“Miss, do you have any idea where he’s holding her?” A policeman asked her. “He probably took her to his house.” She replied and gave them the address. “We’ll go to his place now.” They said making their way out. Jason nodded at me to follow him. We walked out of the hotel and down to his car. “Sir if your sister is there, we will bring her back. There is no need to come.” A policeman tried to say but the glare Jason gave him made him shrink back in fear.

We followed the police down to his house and they started knocking on the door. I rolled my eyes. I’ve always hated when I see this on movies. Like a criminal is just going to open the door when they see it’s the police. Nobody was coming to answer the door and they looked like they were going to leave when we all heard a scream. The police broke down the door and we ran inside.

*Vanessa P.O.V*

He had repeatedly kicked and punched me for revenge. He wanted me to pay for putting him in prison. He ripped my top with a knife and removed it along with my bra. He roughly handled my breasts kept shoving his vile tongue down my throat. “Do you wanna know what I’m going to do to you?” He whispered, his tone menacing. “I’m going to rape you again and then I’m going to send you to your maker okay?” He said softly.

He started to pull down the shorts I was wearing and then his hands moved towards my knickers. I had a flashback of what happened a year ago and I screamed. I couldn’t believe it was happening to me again. He cursed and started punching me in the face. “I told you not to scream didn’t I?” He said landing a new blow with each syllable. He looked like he was going land a big final blow and I closed my eyes but it never came.

I opened my eyes to see police restraining Stefan and Marcus rushing into the room with my brother close behind. They used the knife to cut the fabric that was tied around my wrists. I started to cry tears of relief. Marcus had come for me.

An ambulance was called and I was taken to hospital. I was lucky that I didn’t have serious injuries otherwise I might’ve passed out from the cost of everything. I just had a few scrapes and bruises. “This is the second time that I’ve seen you in a hospital bed because of that guy.” My brother said quietly. He looked like a wreck. “I’m sorry that I haven’t been a good brother.” He whispered as tears filled his eyes.

“You’re the best brother that anyone could have.” I told him firmly and hugged him tightly. He glanced over to Marcus on the other side of my bed and back at me. “I’m going to get a coffee. Do you want anything Marcus?” He said and Marcus shook his head. My brother walked out of the room and I turned to look at Marcus.

“Are you okay?” He asked leaning closer but not touching me. I nodded and smiled at him. He looked like he was mentally debating whether or not to do something. “You can touch me Marcus. I’m not broken.” I teased. “I’m sorry for breaking my promise.” He whispered to me. I stroked his cheek. “This isn’t your fault. I just need to stop being so careless.” I told him but he still looked doubtful. I placed my hand at the back of his neck and pulled him to me. I kissed him lightly and smiled.

A few minutes later, Jason came back into the room followed by Isaac. “Vanessa, we’ve spoken to your mother and you can go home if you want.” He told me and Marcus tensed. “We haven’t finished so I’m not leaving. In any case, America’s starting to grow on me.” I replied smiling. From the corner of my eye, I could see Marcus relaxing and it was all I could do to hold back my grin. Although I do love everyone here, I probably wouldn’t stay if Marcus wasn’t here. I can’t wait for him to see me in that dress. That’s going to be a night to remember!

Sorry for taking so long to upload and how short it is. As you may have noticed i've finally put up a cast :) Tell me what you think of this chapter and please vote! Nana

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