Deluded

Chapter 56

Evangeline's P.O.V

Slipping on the simple summer dress, I tied my black hair into a bun to prevent them from sticking into my face and neck as the weather was scorching and I could feel my body sweating.

I'm literally going out after a week of isolating myself from the outside world and to say, I really don't know how my social anxiety would react.

I don't know why and where Adrian is taking me, but deep down, I already know how it will end.

Once done trying to make myself look less like a zombie, I turned around ready to leave the bathroom when the door of my room opened, which made me strode towards it, expecting to see Adrian but it was Rico instead, leaning on the doorframe.

My mouth dried and my breathing became hard as he continued to eye me up and down shamelessly, especially my chest area that showed my collarbone from the dress I'm wearing. He didn't even bother to look away, even after I caught him staring.

I was feeling beyond uncomfortable, but once again, I couldn't do anything about it..

What is happening with him? Where did the decent and respectful guy went? Why is he behaving like a complete pervert?

"Ready to go, beautiful?" He questioned as he smirked at me while my eyes widened in surprise and confusion.

He's coming along?

"You're coming along?" I mumbled, which made him nod his excitedly as he continued to smirk.

"I wouldn't miss it" he answered as I tried my best to push all of my thoughts away.

" Come on now, your brother is waiting for us downstairs" he added, which made me nod my head and walk towards the door where he was standing, watching me like a hawk.

Walking past him, he followed me and just when I thought I was safe from his perverted gaze, his hand suddenly touched my ass which made me whip my head to his direction with my eyes widened in surprise and in fear.

"Oh, I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to" he stated, with a disgusting smirk on his face as he tried to conceal the evil look on his face, but he failed terribly.

"It's just a matter of time before I make you mine, sweet Evangeline. I waited long enough and tried to take it easy on you but not anymore since you want to play hard to get," he whispered into my ears making fear wash over me.

Saying nothing, I rushed down the stairs where Adrian was, with my blood pumping hard into my veins, my heart beating fast and my head that still can't process entirely what just happened.

Never in my life, I faced something like this but all I know is that what just happened is wrong and I should have said something but why did I feel so weak? So vulnerable. I have seen girls that got assaulted sexually and how they can't share it to anyone.

All my life, I kept on thinking to myself why they kept their silence, but today at this moment; I got my answers.

I could easily tell Adrian about what just Rico did. I could easily let Adrian beat Rico for disrespecting me in such a way, but I am petrified and shocked at my core.

Is this really the guy whom I thought was a friend of mine?

"There you are! I have been waiting for you" Adrian exclaimed as he smiled at me so widely and the joy in his face was clear. The joy of seeing me out of the bed, not crying my eyes off.

"What happened? Why do you look like you have seen a ghost?" Adrian inquired, as he gazed down at me in worry while I can't help but spare a glance at Rico who stood silently, listening to our conversation with an expression that was challenging me to open my mouth and reveal what he just did.

His eyes that once I thought were warm and trustworthy turned into dark and evil.

I wonder what would happen if I don't have Adrian with me.

"Nothing. Shall we go now?" I answered, wanting to avoid that topic as much as I could.

Adrian nodded his head as he led me outside of the door where Rico was following behind us with a mischievous smirk on his face as if he just won.

"Ahh, wait before we go, I want you to have this" Adrian exclaimed as he handed me a small box that got an Apple sign which made me smile up to him.

"I know you threw your phone away, so this is new for you to use. I already set everything up. But remember, do not call anyone from home in case you want to get tracked" he warned, which made my smile immediately turn into a frown.

What's the use of it if I can't even call mom? What am I supposed to do with it? Play games?

I nodded my head in agreement as we proceeded on our tour.

Adrian held my hand as we walked on the busy streets, where everyone was chattering loudly and jubilantly. Kids running around with dripping ice creams and parents watching closely.

Beautiful women with the most stunning skin, walked around with gigantic smiles on their faces while Adrian couldn't help but stare at the ladies with an excited smile on his face.

We kept on walking around, exploring the beautiful city until I couldn't go any longer because of the heat and thirst.

"Adrian, I think we should stop by at some restaurant, if that's okay? I'm starving" I exclaimed as I redid my bun that got messed up.

"Sure, baby sis" he answered and as usual Rico followed behind, not one his gaze leaving me.

I'm trying to avoid him as much as I can without Adrian getting suspicious.

As we entered one of the small cafes, we were immediately welcomed by the sweet fresh coffee being brewed and cookies being baked at the kitchen.

The cafe was not very large; it got a cozy feeling to it and the constant chattering of the people made the entire place more lively and welcoming for anyone who entered, but unfortunately for me it was the opposite as my anxiety was increasing by the passing seconds.

"Stay here with this b*tch over here while I go find us some seats available" Adrian whispered, leaving me all alone with Rico.

My breathing once again became hard as I felt Rico came closer to my back until his chest contacted my back.

"Don't worry, Evangeline. I'll keep you safe just like I always do" he mumbled softly into my ear as he bit my ear, making me wince in disgust.

I tried to cower away from him, to create some distance, but he only pulled me closer by my waist while I tried my best not to create some scene as I suffered in silence and in regret.

How could I ever trust this man? What happened to him suddenly? And how can he tell me he would protect me when he's the one causing me fear?

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What is happening with Rico? Do you think Evangeline deserves all what he's doing? Do let me know 😉💕