Meeting a wolf who is my Saviour

Ashley Part 2

I took a breath and looked at Bill.

"wow I don't know what to say to that Ashley, Im so sorry that happened to you". Bill said.

"Thats not all but I don't really want to carry on". as I was fighting back the tears that were threatening to fall.

"No no it's fine, I can honestly say that you are one strong lady to have gone through that and you managed to get away".

"Did you ever report him Ash"? Bill asked.

"No! who would I report it to he has the police in his pocket he has enough money to buy himself out of any trouble".

"I just want to get away from him and not go back, besides it would make him so angry and I rather not see what he would do to me". I said.

I didn't realise that I had been crying. I turned my head and looked out of the window. I saw the sky getting light, I didnt realise the time had gone so quick. I wiped my tears on the back of my hand.

"Won't be long now till we stop I need to refuel the bus, there is a shop in the fueling station and a bathroom so you can use it and get yourself some more snacks and a drink". Bill said.

"That would be good I laughed I could do with a bathroom break". I replied.

I turned again to look out of the window and saw some lights in the distance I knew we were approaching the station. A few more minutes went by and Bill started to slow down as I saw the station infront of us, he pulled over and went to the bus pump then he turned off the engine. He got out of his seat then looked over to me.

"Were here Let's go ".

I stood up and made my way out of the bus. I headed to the bathroom. I got into the bathroom and did my business. I walked to the sink and wahed my hands as I looked up and saw my reflection in the mirror. I washed my face with some warm water from the tap then took some paper towels to dry my face. I lifted my shirt and checked my side, It was bruised badly. It was blue, green and purple and very tender to the touch. I put myself right then headed to the shop. I looked around inside and picked up a few things not forgetting my bottled water and pain meds. While I was paying for them Bill came up behind me told me to go ahead and get back on the bus. I headed back outside while Bill was paying for the fuel. I got onto the bus and made myself comfortable but this time I sat in the front. I opened my sandwich which I had brought and started to eat. Bill got onto the bus and asked if I was ready. Then we hit the road again. The sandwich was heavenly I didn't realise I was so hungry.

I had a packet of crisps and a cake bar which filled me up. I drank some water and leaned back into my seat taking a big sigh. I was glad we stopped. The food that I had eaten would keep me going till we reached Texas. It was lovely and quiet only the hum of the bus engine was heard. I carried on looking out of the window taking in the sun rise.

I carried on looking as the day began to break. I was pulled back when Bill spoke.

“What are your plans now”. He asked.

“Um I’m not to sure I guess I need to find a place to stay and then I will have to look for a job”.

“Well I know that they are looking for someone at the diner and there is a small motel just up the road, I’m not sure if they have any vacancies but you will need to check”. He said.

I smiled and thought about what he said. I know I need to get a job as my money won’t last. I checked my phone for the time by what Bill said we should only have 30 minutes before we pull into the town. Before long I started to see the beginning of the town, there was houses on the outskirts and shops and cafes and a bar as we were going further in. Before long we had pulled over onto the side of the road. Bill looked over at me.

“Welcome to Desert Moon Ashley”. He said

I smiled and stood up ready to exit the bus.

“Thank you Bill”.

I got off of the bus and looked up and down the road, deciding where I should go first. After taking a breath I decided to first find where the motel was to try and get a room. I walked to the end of the road and saw a sign to the Motel. As I walked towards it I noticed people looking at me, making me paranoid much I thought. I carried on walking as I passed some people they smiled at me which I returned by smiling back. After about 5 minutes of walking I saw the motel, it looked ok from the outside so I crossed the road and headed to the main door. I opened it and was welcomed by a young man behind the desk.

“Good morning ma’am how may I help you today”.

“Good morning I’m looking at renting a room for a few nights if possible”.

“ oh I’m very sorry but we are fully booked for the next 2 weeks”. He said.

Now I didn’t know what to do. I smiled at him and thanked him. We’re the hell am I going to stay now. With a heavy heart I turned and walked away and headed back into town. I guess I could ask around and ask if anyone has a room to rent but first I decided I needed some food and a coffee.

As I walked down one side of the street I did notice that people were staring at me so I hurried to try and find the diner. As I turned the corner I bumped into what felt like a wall. I fell on my back side and looked up, my butt started hurting but I was more interested in what the hell I bumped into. Whatever who or what it was placed a shadow over me. As I looked up I saw the most handsome man I have ever seen. I leaned to one side and tried to get up. Next moment I heard the most beautiful voice.

“Hear let me help you,”

“Thanks,” I said.

He held his hand out to me and I slowly took it, he pulled me up with ease.

“Be careful in future.” He said as he smiles at me before tilting his hat.

I just stood there and looked at him walking away. I couldn’t help notice how big this man was, he was huge, 6ft 7 easy cowboy boots, tight denim blue jeans, a white woman beater shirt, s**t he had muscles that had muscles. Jesus I thought.

I headed towards the diner and walked in. I found a booth and sat down scooting across the seat to be near the window. I looked around the diner it was pretty busy lots of children running around.

As I sat looking at the menu my mind drifted, I don’t know why but Damon came into my thoughts. What was he doing now? Was he going crazy because I wasn’t there?. I shook my head to get that those thought out of my mind. Why would I think about him?. I was pulled to a voice that sounded familiar.

I looked over and saw Bill standing there talking to a lady. That must be his wife I thought. He suddenly pulled her into a hug and placed a kiss on top of her head. He pulled back and smiled at her. I could feel tears forming in my eyes, why couldn’t find my happiness I thought. Suddenly

“Hi there, I’m Stacey I will be your server today what can I get you?”

“Oh hi um can I get a burger and fries please with a large Pepsi please!”

“Sure I’ll be right back.” Stacey said as she wrote down on her note pad what I wanted.

As she left I just sat there waiting for my food. Next moment something was placed in front of me. “Here you go one large Pepsi”. Stacey smiled down at me.

“Thank you.” I replied then smiled back.