I decided to stay at the boarded up restaurant I called a home; Franzelli's. I set up shop and stayed there. I took a pill and headed out. I had a plan. My mother, Sam and Dorothy went to the same school I did. I decided to do some research, a yearbook research. So I snuck back in and I had to be careful. I didn't want anyone know I'm back.
I went to the school archives and I started looking through old files. I looked for photos of my mom and I found some familiar faces. A bunch of people, who still lived around. I left the archive room and went to the principal. Risky, I know. But she knew her.
Principal: Nick! It's been a while.
Nick: You knew her, didn't you?
Principal: I'm sorry Nick, who are you talking about?
I hand her the photos of my mom and she remembered.
Principal: You're her daughter.
Nick: Have you seen her?
Principal: Not in a while. Last I saw her, she was here actually. When I saw her, I asked her how it's been and stuff. And she told me she was here on a business trip. She looked different though. I couldn't put my finger on it. And I haven't seen her since.
Nick: Thanks.
When I was reaching for the door the principal asked: Does this mean you're back for good Nick?
I leave without saying a word. I ditch the school and go to Phil. He knew my dad when he was with mom. He must've known something.
Phil: Nicki! Where you been?
Nick: Around. Tell me about my mom.
Phil: That's it? No hi Phil? How are you?
Nick: Just answer the question. When was the last time you saw her?
Phil: Right before you left.
Nick: Where is she?
Phil: Nick it's-
Nick: DON'T TELL ME IT'S COMPLICATED! Tell me where she is. NOW!
Phil: She's in town. I don't know where though. She never told anyone.
I started to get an anxiety attack and my breathing got faster. I ran out. I was running somewhere where I could be alone. I bumped into a girl and I ran into an alley. I put my back against a wall and sat down. My heart was pumping so fast and my breathing was irritatingly quick. The girl I bumped into came closer to see if I was alright. She didn't help. I told her to go away but she wouldn't listen. So when I looked up, I saw who it was.
Nick: What the hell?
Molly: Nick? What are you doing here?
Nick: I told you to leave me alone.
Molly: I was trying to help. You were the one who bumped into me.
Nick: I know you're an "activist" Molls, but not everyone wants your help. I'm leaving.
Molly: Nick wait!
I didn't. My head was spinning and I needed to be someplace safe. So I went back to Franzelli's to take a pill and get rid of these feelings.
YOU ARE READING
No Good Nick
Fiksi PenggemarAfter finally being exposed, and haunted by what happened when the Thompsons found out, Nick goes looking for something.