The Silent Murder

Chap 8

"Don't tell me you want to do some crazy stupid plan." You only laughed and "Of course not. I've some idea in my mind but I need some time to think. It's getting late. Bye."

***

"Home sweet home."

Your first place to go is the kitchen. But, this time, you see a plate of lasagna and a glass of apple juice. "Who even made this?" You said.

"So, Belle?" It's Jack. He's standing next to a luggage. "Where are you going? Are you going to leave me?" He only stare at you and close his eyes. "I'm sorry. I should have known that we're not meant to be. But, I'm still here, if you wanna call or text me, if you need a help..."

"Why? It's so sudden." His lips parted and about to say something but he's holding back. He's probably hiding something. "I'm just. I'm taking a long break and I decide to meet my family... My mum kept calling me but I've no time to see my family."

"Just be honest." You said. "I can't. I've a feeling we're being watched. I don't want you... die before me." You know Corbyn is up to something when you saw his smirk. Probably he's threatening him to stay away from you. "I get it. I knew it. I'll be fine."

"But-

"Save it."

***

"Dude. You want to know everything bout Chloe?" Jonah said."Yes. I guess another date doesn't hurt." Corbyn said and set the food on the table. "It's not really my place to talk bout it. It would sounds creepy if you talk bout her as if you really know her..."

"We're both know that girls love being on the spotlight. They also love when a guy know the small details. Does she likes daisy?" He asked. "Yeah you're right but it was the first date. Yes, she's... How did you know?"

"I'm just.... Hmm, an observant person."

***

Jack gives you a piece of paper and he hugs you. This is the tight embrace you ever had. He embrace you and pull you close and don't want to let go. But, it feels like this is the final goodbye. The type of hug that 'I'll never see you again'.

"Thanks. Thank you for everything. You will always have a special place in my heart."You open the letter and starts to read it.

"Dear Belle, I'm sorry if this makes you hurt. I didn't mean to and the reason why I've to go is I met Corbyn at bar before. I'm sure you're on his victim list and he wants me to stay away if I want you to be safe. I hope he holds on the promise he told me. Take care. I will always love you and I'm sorry."

"I hope he made a right decision. But, if it's not, I'm ready to face whatever that's going to happen. If you want to play a game with me, you psycho guy, bring it on. I'll make you pay of the things you've done."

***

"Yea, I know you're. But I've a history with her... If you really like her, go ahead. I know bro code is just fucking stupid."

"I know what's up, Jonah. You don't have to tell me..." Jonah took a deep breath. He tries to make an eye contact but he can't. He knows he's fucked up if he did. Corbyn is not a just a guy. "You're up to date guy." He said, try to make it less tense. The surrounding gives him chill in his bone. "You know me well, brother."

***

Another sleepless night. You can't stop thinking bout Jack is leaving and how everything going to be a mess soon as Corbyn existence isn't a blessing after what you've discovered bout him. "Hello, Karley." You said. "I'm on my way to the condominium. Your dad is worried bout you and I'm going to stay with you after everything is settle. Don't open the door until I call you."

It sounds urgent. It's not her usual tone whe she's talking. "Julie. Please it up." It's been 10 times you've called her but no answer. Is she okay? Is she in trouble? Overthinking isn't a good thing but this just doesn't feel right. You quickly walk to the condominium carpark. You try to speed up your car as fast as you can. You get a call from Karley. "Where are you?" She said.

"I'm uh, I'm out. I'm sorry I forgot to text you." You heard the door id unlocking. Karley know the condo's passcode but she still not going to barge in if you're at condominium.

"So, you're not going back home?" She asked. "I guess. But, I'll let you later." You said. "Okay. Do tell me."