The Perfect Prison

Chapter 4

Getting down 3 blocks from the cafe, I started walking to the cafe. Hailey was cleaning up when I got inside.

“Hey Hailey, I'm back. Sorry for taking so long.” I said with tired eyes.

“You look tired, girl. Are you working two jobs?” She said with a sarcastic tone.

“Let me help you finish up here” I said, reaching out to clean the cooking area.

Together, we finished cleaning up and started locking up.

“Thank you very much for covering up for me today, I really appreciate it.” I said grateful.

“Oh c'mon, i've got yourr back. Now head and rest, y9u look like you'll need a warm shower and some long rest.” She said, walking away.

“Byeee, see you tomorrow!” Hailey shouted.

“Bye girl.” I shouted back, smiling.

I have to get home before he comes.

Looking at the time on the phone, I walked faster.

Not long after, I got to our gate. Well, we might've gone bankrupt, but we still have the house.

Opening the main door with my keys, I entered and rushed to the kitchen to get some water and fruit. I'm already full for the night. That meal we ate at the restaurant was so delicious!

Turning off the kitchen lights, I walked to my room to settle. Placing the fruit and water on my bedside, I walked into the bathroom to freshen up.

I let out a deep breath I didn't know I was holding when I felt the warm water hit my body. Relaxing into the freshness.

Coming out, I realized I took more than 30 minutes in the bathroom. Wearing my sweatpants and hoodie, I lay on the bed, using my phone.

Well, if i'm marrying this man, let me find out more about him.

Typing Dean into the search bar, a lot of people by that name appeared. I searched for a while before finally seeing a picture of the one who was here a day ago.

“Dean Armstrong, the heir to the AM Tech industries”

“Dean spotted partying with ladies. Is this the heir to the company?”

I'm getting married to a player? Well, he's handsome, no doubt. His parents probably blackmailed him to get married to their choice of lady or rather lose his inheritance if i'm not wrong.

Hahaha, I should write a book, nice predictions.

That's enough for one day. My head is banging. Taking my laptop, I decided to go through some programs I could apply for to start my college education.

I have been saving up for college. When we moved to New York after mum's death, I couldn't go to college. Mentally, financially, and physically, I was not prepared.

I decided to take up a serving job at the local cafe down the drive. Doesn't pay much, but enough for me to save something for the future.

Mum loved to design interiors. It was her passion. I ended up developing that passion as well.

A tear dropped thinking about her. She was so vibrant, just like Bridget.

Closing the laptop, I wore the headphones and listened to music.

Turning off the lights, I allowed the darkness to take me away.

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“Please don't come near me. Please.” I cried out.

Dad walked slowly towards me with a smirk.

I ran towards the door, trying to open it. It was locked. No No No No. Looking around to find another way, I realized there was no other way. Falling to the ground in defeat, I closed my eyes and cried…

I could feel dad's breath on my neck. Squeezing my eyes shut, I prayed silently for this to be another dream.

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Sitting up in bed sweating, I breathe in and out. This is my routine every night. Walking to the washroom, I washed my face and headed back to the bed. After Tossing and turning for some hours, I finally slept off.