《Devil's Eyes》Chapter 26: Ally
Advertisement
Kindred I by Kelsey Lu "Life stuck on drift days)
In the moon and up the street, I feel it
I feel it"
Her time alone was spent thinking about all of her relationships, good or bad. She missed the security of Dave's arms and the way that he was so loving towards her. She missed her best friend because she was always supporting her and by her side no matter what. They went through all stages of life together up until this point. She even missed her parents, as annoying as they were, the last time they interacted was not how she wanted to leave. She didn't have closure with anyone in her life, she just left the house not thinking it was going to be the last time.
She had nights where she was numb to any kind of crying but she would stay up, not getting any sleep. Other nights, all she did was cry herself to sleep. It was all a rollercoaster of emotions to the point where she was tired of feeling bad for herself, but it was hard considering her situation.
"You up?" Steven asked her. She didn't even hear him open the door but she shot up anyways. Her curls were tangled and oily, placed into a high bun on top of her head but even in this state she was beautiful to him. "I have to talk to you." It had to be late morning, early afternoon but Sage couldn't tell. There weren't any clocks and she hasn't had her phone since she was kidnapped but she also didn't care to keep up with the time.
"About what?" She pushed back against the backboard, waiting for him to talk.
He sat down on the edge of the bed causing it to dip and held up a white and round pill between his fingers. "You know what this is?"
"An aspirin? I don't know..."
"It's mifeprex, to get rid of your baby." Her eyes widened and she immediately hopped up out of the bed and snatched it out of his hands. "Why the fuck would I take this?"
Advertisement
"Whoa, calm down!" He groaned, "That's what I was trying to talk to you about."
"Okay so shoot! The fuck did you expect me to think? I'm thinking you wanna shove a pill down my throat." He shook his head regretting how he started the conversation. Honestly, he didn't know how he'd start a conversation with her anyways, no matter what it was supposed to entail. Talking to her was difficult because she didn't trust him. In the back of her head was his accomplice
"Well, I planned on asking if you were going to keep the baby but I'm guessing you are. I was supposed to put this in your drink or food or something..."
"...But you gave it to me as a choice. Got it," She finished for him as she began to discern the situation at hand. "But why? Wouldn't your higher ups find out when I'm still pregnant? Why are you doing this for me?"
"Number one, I'm catholic--"
"Wow, you're God's favorite child."
"And I won't be here for that much longer so it won't be my problem anymore." She raised her eyebrows at him. He purposely left out the fact that his slight crush on her sealed the deal for his plan.
"Thank you." Sage said sincerely.
"You're welcome. I put your food on the dresser." Steven began to walk to the door but she ran after him and stopped him.
"Have you found out anything? Anything about all of this?'
He sighed because he wished he did but all he could answer was vaguely. "All I know is this man knows you and he clearly has beef with whoever you had this baby with." He said the last part pointing to her belly.
"Okay." She nodded. "Thanks again." She was supposed to be mad at him for taking part in this grand idea to hold her hostage but she'll thank anyone that saves her baby.
Advertisement
"Good luck," he said solemnly and with that he put the key in the door and headed out. The last thing he said replayed in her head: he clearly has beef with whoever you had this baby with. The only person that came to mind was...Jay. Things were starting to all make sense now.
***
Dr. Union was perched on the edge of her desk with legs crossed as she listened to Aubrey confess his feelings for Ella. She never saw him so open and vulnerable before and it sparked some curiosity.
"Do you think you might protect Ella to the point where it becomes unhealthy or virulent for your relationship and her well being?" She poised.
"I guess..." He said trying to recollect all the times they ended up in fights --both physical and verbal--that stemmed from his need for control. However, his need for control came from the mindset that he knew best because he did. Ella and Sage were younger and more naive to the world around them and the life he lived exposed to more.
"How so? As soon as you acknowledge the behavior it's easier for us to reform."
"I guess when I raise my voice or -- I raise my voice a lot less lately though..."
"Hmm, that shows signs of patience. I'm glad you're able to recognize progress," She said, setting her iPad down and walking back to sit in her chair in front of him, "As humans, noting our steps forward helps us reach goals and maintain focus. So, when you raise your voice at her, what do you feel afterwards?"
"Definitely mixed emotions like sometimes I'm justified but most times I feel guilty." He always knew he had these sentiments whenever they argued but he never spoke them out loud. Venting and navigating feelings with Dr. Union helped conceptualize the root of his issues and the process he should take to improve himself.
"Justified because you're protecting her, right? Sometimes when we do things for others they view it differently. Earlier when you were talking about your feelings for Ella you mentioned she'll be complaining but you love her anyways, what's one thing she complains about when you order her to do something for her safety's sake?"
"She'll say when I tell her to do something without reason she feels degraded and leaves her in the dark where she gets answers elsewhere and not from me," he professed.
"Are her feelings reasonable too?" She pressed.
"Yeah...I could see how they are."
"It's more efficient to practice a compromise in a partnership, whether it's platonic or romantic, so all parties are understanding. So, for example if you think you're telling her something beneficial for herself or anyone involved, let her ask the questions and answer them directly and truthfully. That prevents her from feeling like you're the controlling parent or the owner to a dog."
He began to mull over what she said, even if it wasn't something he was good at right away he was willing to try it and implement it in his actions. "Maybe, I can be very rigid."
"Diplomacy can work well with people closest to you. And Aubrey?"
"Yeah?"
"You should open up to her a bit more so she can ask less," she added. He nodded at her, putting that in his mental note. Aubrey stood up once the alarm signaled the end of their session and thanked her once again for a helpful discourse. In the midst of all the chaos, he had his calm.
Endnote: How do you feel about Aubrey in therapy? We know Jay is a psycho but did you guys know he would be this crazy? What are your thoughts on everyone else? Talk to me!
Advertisement
- In Serial21 Chapters
The Devilish Duke Can’t Sleep
Duke Kahel Luave, the unlucky duke, who cannot keep one servant by his side because of the devilish nature that charms men and women of all ages.
8 1186 - In Serial36 Chapters
My Orphan Mate ✓
MATE TRILOGY #1 | Being an orphan at the mere age of sixteen, Lyra Dane, with no place in the pack is faced with an ultimatum; to go Rogue or marry Alpha Gabriel. Although, not mated by destiny, Gabriel is determined to make Lyra his. Meanwhile, Alpha Alexander, leader of the largest pack, believes his existence is solely for the purpose of leading and protecting his pack. So what happens when he discovers that his mate is promised to none other than Alpha Gabriel- his exact enemy?MATE TRILOGY:1. My Orphan Mate2. My Luna Mate3. My Eternal MateHighest Ranking:#1 Short Story#2 Werewolf#13 Romance
8 144 - In Serial68 Chapters
"S-sorry!" I struggled to release myself from the ropes I was tied with. Carter laughed as he bought the disgusting lizard close to my face. "Front or back guys?" He asked his friends. What does he means by front or back!? God! No! What is he going to do? Oh god!"Front!" They replied. "Yeah, that will be fun!" He said as he pulled the fabric of my shirt from the front and left the lizard inside. "Aaaaaaahh!No!!God! I won't do this again! I promise! I ssswear! I won't do this again! Please don't do thisssssss!" I could feel the thing moving inside my bra. "Carter! Pleeeease! Don't do this! Ahhhhhhhh! Heellllppppp!" I cried, I puked, I struggled and moved like worm but they just watched the show from the far. And Carter, well he was videotaping the whole thing. Now:I didn't realise I had tears in my eyes by now. "Im really sorry Sparkle...." I heard him say as he wiped a tear from my face. "I can never forgive you. Ever!" I shook my head.
8 215 - In Serial41 Chapters
{Y/N} wakes up in the middle of the woods, surrounded by a thick mysterious fog after a car crash that should've been fatal. But she felt not a single pang of pain from the accident in her body.She's soon met with other people in this strange place who call themselves survivors, and they inform her that she was "taken" just as they were.Taken to entertain The Entity through a series of trials where an unknown killer hunts four of the unlucky survivors that were chosen to take part in one of the daily trails.Escaping the trial just means another night at the camp fire. Death is not an escape- as being sacrificed has the same outcome.During her first trial, she meets a masked girl with long hair the same soft pink color as cotton candy. The girl doesn't move closer to her, and ended up disappearing as quickly as she appeared. The strange girl leaving left a strange ache within {Y/N}'s chest, and she's dying to know more about her.{{{THIS IS A SUSIE (LEGION) X FEMALE READER}}}{{{cover is not my art}}}#1 in DeadbyDaylight 2/22/2022
8 226 - In Serial22 Chapters
My one and only // Kuroo × Reader //
Y/N-chan's life takes an interesting turn when she meets a certain someone. She thought she wasn't one for love. But she was wrong...• It may or may not contain lemons 🍋• Definitely contains fluff🤗1st in #kurooxreader in December 2k201st in #animexreader in February 2k213rd in #kurootetsurou in February 2k21
8 198 - In Serial19 Chapters
Chasing Charlotte
Charlotte Cecil was always a beauty, elegant and refined in disposition. However, the moment she opens her mouth, all propriety of a lady is thrown out the window. With a rotten mouth and quite the head strong temper, it's no surprise that she's remained unmarried. However ever since her father passed away along with her freedom, Charlotte finds herself with no choice to marry on her brothers demands - or else be stripped of the life she's known. Handsome and devilishly charming, Jonathan Lennox fell in love with an angel. Well, a cruel one at that. But ever since he saw her, he was smitten by her looks and her personality. He was a man of challenge and he'd stop at nothing to get what he wanted. Since returning to London, Jonathan has one thing set on his mind. And that's taking a wife.
8 177