Taylor's Darkness

Intruder

Taylor enjoyed her time with her parents, Margaret, Zag, and Dilfiri. She was completely unaware of the danger she was in. Taylor hugged her parents and Margaret goodbye as they left to wake up for the day. Taylor looked at Zag and Dilfiri and smiled at them. “Thank you both so much for doing this. It means so much to me.” Taylor said and then frowned as she got the weirdest feeling. Zag watched as it appeared like someone invisible was touching her leg. Zag alarmed yelled, “Taylor wake up now. I will see you soon. Wake up and kick as hard as you can.” Taylor did as told and kicked her legs, making contact with something. Taylor sat up when she heard an “oof.” “Who is there?” Taylor asked and turned her light on. Taylor’s mouth hung open as she saw Mr. Robert picking himself up off the floor. “You little b*tch! You will pay for that.” Mr. Robert said as he lunged at Taylor. Taylor rolled out of the way and ran out of her bedroom door. “Help, someone help me!” Taylor yelled at the top of her lungs as she ran towards the elevators. She turned her head back to see Mr. Robert gaining ground on her. She turned her head back straight and ran into something or someone. She fell down with a hard thump on the floor. “What is going on?” Taylor heard Dr. Trey’s voice. Taylor went to speak but was stopped when she was jerked up off the floor. “This little b*tch kicked me so hard I hit the wall.” Mr. Robert said to Dr. Trey.

Dr. Trey walked over and grabbed Mr. Robert by his hand. He squeezed so hard they all heard a pop. “Owe, why did you do that?” Mr. Robert asked crying. Dr. Trey gently moved Taylor behind him and said, “how did she kick you into a wall if she was asleep in her room?” Mr. Robert began stuttering and stammering his words. “She…she snuck out of her room.” Mr. Robert lied to Dr. Trey. Dr. Trey held up his tablet and played the video for Mr. Robert to see. “Taylor, go back to your room and take care of Chloe. I will be in later to speak to you.” Dr. Trey said then turned towards Mr. Robert and said, “in my office immediately.” Taylor went back to her room as quickly as she could. She slammed the door behind her and slid down to the floor. Her chest rose and fell rapidly. Finally, she began to cry. Chloe meowed and ran up to Taylor. She climbed up into Taylor’s lap and began purring. Taylor held Chloe and continued to cry. She heard a voice inside her head, “it’s okay Taylor. We will get you out of there as soon as we can. I will see you soon.” Taylor looked around and asked, “Zag?” “Yes, I am able to reach you through mind link.” Zag answered Taylor. “How is that possible? I can not mind link my family or friend.” Taylor asked not understanding how it was even possible. “You turn 18 in two days Taylor. Everything will make sense then. Right now, I need for you to wash your face, fix yourself something to eat and feed Chloe.” Zag said to Taylor.

Taylor then asked, “can we keep talking though? Talking to you is helping calm me.” Zag chuckled and said, “yes, of course we can.” Taylor smiled and stood up. She walked over to Chloe’s bowls and got her some water and food, then got out some bread and leftover sausage gravy she had made. “How is online school going?” Zag asked, trying to get her mind off of what happened. “I will be honest, I can probably test out and graduate today if I wanted to.” Taylor answered him with a smile. Taylor sat down with her food and began to eat when there was a knock on the door. Zag could feel her nerves rise. “What’s wrong Taylor?” Zag asked concerned. “Someone is at the door. I’ll leave the mind link open.” Taylor answered as she walked over to the door and barely opened it a crack. “Who is it?” Taylor asked wanting to make sure it wasn’t Mr. Robert. “It’s Dr. Trey Taylor. You can open the door. It is safe.” Dr. Trey said trying to not sound threatening. Taylor opened the door and walked back to her food, rolling her eyes so he couldn’t see. She sat down and started eating. Dr. Trey kept the door somewhat open so that she didn’t feel trapped. Taylor internally rolled her eyes. “I know what he is doing, but if he wants me to feel not trapped, then maybe he shouldn’t hold me here against my will.” Taylor said to Zag. Zag laughed and said, “I completely agree with you. Let’s listen to see what he wants.”

“Are you alright Taylor?” Dr. Trey asked unsure what exactly to say. “No Dr. Trey, I am not alright. I am being held here against my will. You won’t allow me to talk to my family or see them. You know I am not a threat to anyone or even myself. And now, now I get to worry about if I’m going to be taken advantage of while I am here.” Taylor said angrily. Dr. Trey quickly stood up and had a look of fear on his face. “Your, your eyes Taylor. They are blood red. How, is this possible?” Dr. Trey asked visibly shaking. “Well I already know you know about supernaturals. Otherwise, how am I not able to mind link my parents or friend? You’ve put me in this situation and now you expect me to not react? I’ve done everything you’ve asked, but you, you think you own me. I got news for you Dr. Trey, if someone tries that sh*t again like Mr. Robert did, I will end their lives. That is not a threat. That is a promise.” Taylor was now standing up glaring at Dr. Trey, wanting him to react just right so she could rip his head off. Zag immediately tried to calm her down. “Taylor dear, you must calm down. You have a darkness inside of you and right now is not the time to release it. Please, listen to my voice and try to calm down.” Taylor rolled her eyes and then looked at Dr. Trey and said, “I want my locks changed, I will keep Chloe and I will be allowed to see my family and friend. This is not up for debate or I will make this facility crumble to the ground.”

Dr. Trey nodded and slowly backed out of the room and closed the door. He did not lock it, he only shut it and left. Taylor began shaking and felt the floor shake beneath her. She then heard Zag laughing hysterically. “I can only imagine what he looked like. He probably had to go change from you making him pee himself. You are something fierce Taylor Lyndal.” Taylor sat down on the chair and began laughing too. “It was priceless. What do you mean I have darkness in me Zag?” Taylor asked Zag, not sure what he meant. “I think it better we talk when we see each other again. You will need to learn how to control the darkness inside of you, or it will take over and destroy everything. Taylor, I want you to shower and rest. If you fall asleep and come here that is fine. You have been through many bad things lately. Your body needs to recharge.” Zag said to Taylor hoping she would understand she needs rest. “I can’t sleep, I’m so afraid something else will happen.” Taylor said on the verge of crying. There was another knock on the door and Taylor walked over and opened the door. Mrs. Patter and Patty walked in and closed the door behind them.

Patty immediately checked Taylor over. “Are you okay? I am going to make sure you don’t have any injuries that we can see. Mr. Robert has been placed in a padded cell for a week. I told Dr. Trey that is not going to change what a creep Mr. Robert’s is. I’m so sorry I wasn’t here to protect you.” Patty said almost in tears. Mrs. Patter looked at Taylor then silently walked over and pulled her into her arms. She put her right hand on her head and held her tight. “I am so sorry Taylor. I had no idea he would do something like that. Dr. Trey has agreed to change locks and only 4 people will have the keys to your door. They are Dr. Trey, you, Patty, and myself. You will also have a deadbolt put on your door that only you will have access to. Chloe will be allowed to stay, well until Dr. Trey changes his mind. We can not budge him on you seeing your parents. You were correct however, he does know about the supernatural world. He built this building in such a way to make sure that you can not mind link your parents or friends.” Mrs. Patter said while continuing to hold Taylor. Taylor wrapped her arms around her and began to cry. “I just want to go home. Why can’t I go home?” Taylor said between sobs. Patty looked from Taylor to Mrs. Patter and she frowned. She did not want to say much so she said, “well, you do not have any injuries on the outside. I think it best if you lay down and rest. Maybe you should get a shower first and try to rest. Mrs. Patter and I have decided that we will take shifts sitting with you while you sleep. At least until the locks get changed.” Taylor let go of Mrs. Patter and nodded as she walked into the bathroom.