Chapter Twenty

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She didn't want to be loved 

for her petals, she wanted to

be loved for her thorns. She 

knew if someone loved her

flaws, they would love her

whole.

~Unknown

"Dad?" I lock eyes with my dad, who races to my side. "Thank God, you're alright. Your mother and I were so worried!" Hugging each other tightly, I inhale his scent. God only knows how much I missed them! His scent brings me familiarity, which is something I desperately seek. "Let's get you out of here and into safety." He picks me up, and I hook my arms around his neck, nestling my face in his neck. I haven't been this close to my father, and it brings me joy. Walking up the stairs, dozens of people bow their heads in respect while sporting a look of relief regarding my well-being. "Sleep, sweetheart. When you wake up, you'll be safe and sound back to the palace." I don't waste a second and fall into a dreamless sleep.

My eyes flutter open, and the warm light that illuminates through the curtains greets me. It's funny how we take some things for granted and don't realize their worth until we have them no more. I shudder thinking of the dungeon and my experience with that douche bag. Hopefully, they captured and put him in a cell to rot away. I'm not usually a hateful person, and I don't wish bad for anybody, but it was different with him. I've never met someone so hideous and cruel as him. If only I could punch him until he can no more, but knowing me, I will feel guilty afterward.

Limping to the bathroom, I take in my reflection. I can't recognize the girl in the mirror. Lifeless eyes are staring back at me, vacant of the light that there used to be. My tanned skin is covered in bruises and bandages. My whole body aches, and it even hurts to breathe. I went through abuse for approximately six years, but it's nothing compared to how I feel now. I know I'm going to get through this and come back stronger, I've done it before, but my mind is filled with so many unanswered questions. Who is he? What did he want from me? These two are only an example. I doubt he's going to answer them. He enjoys pain and toying with people's emotions. For him, it's like playing the cat and mouse game.

"Sophia?!" My mum yells frantically. "In here." And not a minute later, she's standing in front of me, crying and hugging me. "I thought you were gone again!" Looking into her eyes, I kiss her cheek. "I wouldn't leave you again, mum. I'll stay here and annoy the heck out of you. And don't think I forgot! You still owe me those famous cookies of yours!" Her contagious laugh brings a smile onto my expressionless face. "Let's return to bed. I cooked something light for you to eat." "Did you catch him? That guy?" Sometimes silence can give everything away, and this is one of those moments. I didn't need any words to realize that I'm not safe, and he'll be coming back for me. The thought of him and the betrayal I may have faced are enough to drive me nuts. "You ought to rest. You've been through enough. Leave catching him to those in charge."

It's easier said than done. I thought that from now on, life was going to be better. Those things that people my age consider routine are the things I desire. To have sleepovers, game nights, and go on dates. All those things that I never got to experience.

"Where is Chase?" I've been awake for some time, but I still haven't seen him. He wasn't with my father either. Us beings mates should have made him rush here to see me. "He's a bit bitter. But, he'll be here soon." "What do you mean with that? Why would he be bitter?" Feeding me my soup, I can tell she's hesitant to answer. "Your father invited him along to help with the search of you, but he was adamant to do it alone. He declined any help."

That was stupid and egotistical of his. It stings that he didn't help my father search for me. If anyone can find me quicker is my father. He should have enhanced his efforts. Now what's done is done, but at least he could have been here for me. He's my mate, and I expected him to be by my side. I don't know how to act when I see him again. Should I be happy or kick his ass?

What do you think her actions should be? Should she be happy or beat him up? I say the second one. But feel free to express your opinions too. Thank you so much for reading! I'll see you again in the next chapter. Good night!


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