HUSH

HUSH. Episode 2

The first light of dawn spilled across the quiet village of Harmony, California, painting the empty streets in shades of gold and amber. A cool breeze drifted through the towering oak trees, carrying the scent of fresh earth and blooming wildflowers. Birds greeted the morning with gentle songs, while the town slowly stirred awake, untouched by the chaos of the outside world.

Down the peaceful street walked a young woman, her footsteps soft against the pavement. Dressed in a comfortable oversized shirt, fitted pants, and simple sneakers, she pulled a medium-sized suitcase behind her. Her dark hair swayed with the morning breeze as tired yet determined eyes took in the unfamiliar surroundings. To everyone else, she was just another traveler arriving in a sleepy California village.

But she wasn’t here to visit.

She was here to disappear.

Inside her Small Cozy Home

It was a small calm house,left behind by her late mother,opening the door to the living room,it smelt of roses,thanks to the monthly cleanup and attendance which made me house still beautiful,sighing she dropped the suitcase and stand in the middle of the room,confused,frustrated but her heart is at ease now,no rush,no paparazzi or cameras,just a small town with elderly people,and her a criminal on the run

“Knock,knock”

A sound at the wooden gate,who could that be this early morning,did they followed me here,was a stalker following me yesterday,heavenly father,what do they want from me exactly

“Hi darling”came a sweet,old voice,I have to peep to see who was there,it was an old lady,she was still In her nightgown with a funny cap on her head which reads Best Nana In The World. Funny I almost said,nice cap

“Morning,Ma’am,”

“I heard the sound of the door,and came to check who was it “

Oh,so thoughtful of you old lady,I nod and opened the door carefully not inviting her in tho,”I am the owner of the house”

“Margarita’s daughter?”

She knows my mom?

“Yes”

She smiled and looked at me before grabbing my hands and tap on them,”you finally came here,Becca “

I slowly took my hand away,her hand were warm even tho it was still early in the morning

“Uhn,I need to go, just arrived and feeling tired”

“Oh yeah,go ahead,”she said and turned around before stopping to look at me”would you care for a plate of rolls?”

“I would love it ma’am “

One thing is I will never reject a sweet food,she smiles and walk slowly I wanted to wait and watch her but I have to close the door and walk back into the house

So surprised on how she knew my name,I never came to this place before or lived here I only came once when I lost my mom and inherited this house and it was late at night when I came

Getting into the house,I picked up my phone and scrolled through my messages,so much of them I went straight to Rachel messages

“Becca,pls be at home,I trust you”

“b***h,where are you ?”

“You promised me you will explain tell me where on earth are you ?”

“Did Tom message you yet,the media is everywhere”

“Gosh,you should come see Tasha dramatic voice when she was lying against,I felt like plucking out her fake Asian face,”

“Tara stood up for you by the way,I thought you hated each other”

“Gosh,girl you should have been here to make dinner before fleeing,am having carrots for dinner”

I could only laugh,seriously she could gossip through this chaos,I went to check that one message am scared to open,that anonymous guy that claimed to be a fan and saw this coming but I didn’t listen,opening the messages he sent me I only sigh and smile

“Where are you,are you fine,did they get to know” yours,RD

No, they didn’t,I ran away before they could,dropping my phone I walked to the curtains and open it for the early sunshine to pour in,I pull my hair back into a high ponytail,and breathed out,before walking up the stairs to arrange myself.

The California sun blazed brightly over the bustling city of Los Angeles, its golden rays reflecting off towering skyscrapers and streams of luxury cars. The streets pulsed with life, but all attention was fixed on one place—a magnificent mansion perched behind towering iron gates in the heart of an exclusive neighborhood.

Reporters crowded the entrance, microphones in hand, while paparazzi fought for the perfect angle, their cameras poised like hunters waiting for their prey. The constant chatter blended with the rapid clicking of shutters, creating a restless buzz that filled the air. Satellite news vans lined the street as curious onlookers gathered behind barricades, eager to witness whatever was about to unfold.

Everyone was waiting.

Waiting for the gates to open.

Waiting for the person whose name had dominated every headline for the past week.

Meanwhile,across the mansion,was a parked pink Benz SUV,inside was a lady with her assistant,they were eagerly looking at the mansion for something to happen

“Did she flee from California?”

She asked the lady beside her,who could only chew on her artificial nails anxiously

“We must not get caught with all this”

“Oh my,will you keep quiet,all evidence Mr Ramos,made sure it points at her,so yeah,she is the murderer on the run “

“But why would Ramos wished for Becca downfall so badly”

The other lady could only look at her partner in a confused state

“Would you rather ask him,Laura?”

She shook in terror while the lady continues to look in excitement but nothing came

Meanwhile,

The roar of the helicopter blades sliced through the morning air as a tall figure emerged from the rooftop door . Every step he took radiated quiet authority. Dressed in a perfectly tailored black suit, a crisp white shirt, and a sleek tie, he looked effortlessly refined. His neatly trimmed dark hair, striking features, and commanding presence turned heads without him saying a word , he adjusted the cuff of his watch and strode toward the helicopter. His assistant followed closely behind, carrying a leather briefcase and a tablet, already briefing him on the day’s schedule.

The pilot pulled open the cabin door. The man stepped inside with calm confidence, his expression unreadable as the helicopter lifted into the bright California sky, leaving the noise—and everyone’s questions—far below.

“Sir,the location is Harmony California “

“Why would she go there?”

“From my investigation,her mother had a house there which she inherited when she died”

“Who is with her?”

“According to the old lady who is my spy there,she is alone “

“Has anyone came to visit her?”

Isnt this question too much to ask about the lady you are going to go meet at the moment

“I don’t think so sir”

“Good,make sure I have updates on the company and everything in suit”

“Yes sir “

The assistant replied and step back as his boss entered the copter,to go meet a lady, who would believe him if he ever said that Raymond Damian,the untouchable Greek god is in love with a lady,a Human lady