Camille
I still couldn't believe that Lancing was after me and Josiah wouldn't help me out of it. Actually it wasn't too surprising that he wouldn't help, I mean why would he? The guy hates me, but it was all his fault. I didn't want to be dragged into all of this but now look where I'm at, being hunted.
I didn't know what to do and I was starting to get paranoid. The past few days I had been jumpy, afraid that he would come out from nowhere and get me. I knew I couldn't contact the police without fear of getting in trouble with Josiah. And even if I did go to the police what would I tell them? This guys spiked my drink and now I'm afraid he's going to kill me? I have no proof of anything, and reporting it would all lead back to Josiah since it is his club and he was the witness.
So I'm on my own, I've considered telling Tyler but he's been distant ever since that night we had dinner and stuff. I was afraid to tell the girls, I felt it might even put them at risk. Calling my brother wasn't really an option either, I was afraid of him getting hurt. Maybe I could just go and beg Josiah again? But I don't even know where to find him, I didn't write down the address of his house when I left and I don't know where that dungeon is located, not that I want to go back there anyway. I could always try the club but I was afraid Lancing might be there instead.
I sighed and looked down at my paper work, Richard still hadn't returned to work since he was still in the hospital and I had to do most of his work.
During lunch break I walked up to Tyler's desk with a smile on my face, "Hey, I was wondering if you wanted to go out to eat for lunch today?"
He looks up at me with a small smile, "Sorry babe I have a lot of paperwork today, maybe next time?" I gave him a small smile, "Oh yeah sure, maybe I could get us both lunch and we can eat right here?" I offer.
He shakes his head, "No it's okay I'm fine really."
"Oh okay, next time then." He nods before facing his work again. I walk away from his desk with a frown on my face. "You going out for lunch?" Susan asks as she grabs her bag. I shrug, "I was."
She frowns, "Don't tell me he turned you down again. That's the third time this week!"
"He's probably just really busy Susan." She shakes her head, "Come on we'll have lunch together." She grabs my arm and leads me out of the door.
"How've you been?" She asks as we are seated in the restaurant. I shrug, "I could be much better, how about you?"
"I'm doing alright, what's going on with you and Tyler? Is this because of what happened the other night? If so then you better run, because that boy is a fuck boy in disguise."
"Tyler's not a fuck boy, he's really sweet and he genuinely cares about me. It's just a busy week and he needs to get his work done."
She shakes her head, "Cammie tell me, has he texted or even checked up on you since that night?" I look away and shake my head.
"Oh Camille, this is your first relationship so I want you to be careful and watch for the signs."
"What signs?" I ask.
"Fuck boy signs."
I sigh, "He's not a fuck boy Susan, he's way too sweet and thoughtful to be one."
"Those are the worst types of fuck boys, the sensitive fuck boys. A fuck boy in camouflage. He lends you his favourite sweater, he's smart, he's thoughtful. He writes you a poem. But he's sexting another girl the whole time." I gasp, "Susan I don't want to talk about this right now." The last thing I needed was to be convinced my boyfriend was cheating on me.
She sighs, "Alright, only because I'm not 100% sure yet."
"Well anyway, how've things been for you? You never tell me about what's going on with you, you just ask about me." I ask. She sips her drink, "That's because nothing goes on in my life."
I scoff, "I'm sure that's a lie, any guys at the moment?" She shakes her head, "I just dumped him, he was a fuck boy."
We continue lunch talking about or lives and head back to the office to continue the work day. Tyler didn't really talk to me the whole day, like he hasn't everyday this week. And when I approached him to try to make conversation he'd just brush me off.
When the work day finally ended I saw Tyler get up and pack up his things for the day. I got up from my desk and walked up to his, "Hey I was wondering if you wanted to hang out after work?" I ask. He shook his head, "Today's not a good time, maybe some other time?"
I frown, "Tyler are we okay?" He nods and kisses my forehead, "Of course we are baby, it's just a really busy time of the month for me. You understand that right?"
I nod, "Yeah I just miss you." He smiles genuinely at me and grabs my face, bringing my lips to his softly. "When this is all over I'll take you on a wonderful date alright?" I smile, "Okay." He pecks my cheek before walking out of the office building.
"Mhmm." I hear someone say from behind me. I turn around to see Susan crossing her arms and glaring at the door where Tyler just exited. "He's playing you."
"Playing me? Why would you think that?" I ask. "I've dated a lot of guys Cammie, a lot. And I can tell when a guy is cheating."
"Well Tyler isn't like the guys you've dated."
She shrugs, "You'll realize it sooner or later love." She gives me a warm smile before exiting the building. I sigh before following behind her.
When I get home the girls are already there, "Hey babes, how was work?" Mitchie asks. "Susan thinks Tyler is cheating on me, that's absurd right?"
The girls get quiet, "Right?" I ask again.
"Well he has been a little off lately." Rosa says. I frown, "It's only been like a week."
"Okay Cam, calm down. We're just looking out for you. Just be more observant of him."
"For what? He's not cheating on me." The girls sigh and I let out a huff.
"I'm going to bed." I tell them before turning around and heading to my bedroom. I got ready for bed in a pissed off mood. Why did everyone believe Tyler was cheating on me? It's just a busy time for him and he's devoted to his work! That doesn't mean he's cheating on me.
I get into bed still upset and decide to give Tyler a call. After 3 rings he picks up, "Hello?"
I smile, "Hey babe, I just wanted to check in on you before I head to bed."
"Oh thanks, sorry I've just been so hung up on work I haven't had time to call you or anything."
"I know and it's okay, when you're ready." I tell him.
"Tyler where's the lotion?" A voice calls out in the background. A female voice.
"Who was that?" I ask. "My cousin, she's in town visiting."
"Oh cool, maybe I could get to meet her before she leaves."
"Oh uh yeah maybe, hey Cam I've got to go. I'll see you tomorrow at work." He says before hanging up. "Well goodbye to you too." I mutter before putting my phone on the charger.
I lay down on the pillow and fall asleep.
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I was having a goodnight sleep until I heard a loud thud near my bed. I open my eyes to see a man above me. Before I can scream he covers my mouth with his hand. I bite on it and let out a scream. I kick and thrash as the man tries to pull me out of bed and over his shoulder.
Two men bust open my bedroom door and I assumed they were with my attacker. But instead they pull out guns and aim it at him, my attacker quickly grabs me in front of him with a blade on my neck.
"Put the girl down." One of the men says with a heavy Spanish accent. My attacker keeps the blade against my neck and says nothing. I hadn't noticed the other man was not next to his partner. Until he pressed into my attackers neck causing him to fall unconscious and let go of me.
I begin to catch my breath and look up to thank the strange men. "Thank you guys." They nod, "No problem miss."
"May I ask who you guys are?" I ask.
"Oh we live next door and we heard you scream." The one with the accent said. I nod, "Well thank you for your help really. I should call the police now."
The other one nods his head, "Oh yes of course we'll leave you to do that." They exit the room and drag the unconscious man out of the room. I call the police and they arrive shortly, taking the man into custody and asking me small questions.
I thank the men one last time before they leave. The girls of course did not sleep through tonight's fiasco and invited me to sleep with one of them, I couldn't get back into my bed after that.
I slept with Rosa because her bed was bigger than Mitchies and tossed throughout the whole night. I made a promise to myself I'd find Josiah again, it seemed as though he was the only one who could get me out of this nightmare.