Thirty seven
Chapter thirty seven:
Henry POV:
"She is stable for now but she suffered lots of blood loss, we are not sure when she will wake up" A doctor spoke sadly, his eyes grazing between me and my wife; Melanie was pale and sickly. "Will she survive?" I asked softly, though my voice was cracking with every word that flowed from my mouth. The doctor pursed his lips together, taking a big breath of air. "It's too early to tell right now Mr Cavill. Your wife sustained a shot wound near her heart; it's very much pray and wait. But we will try our very hardest"
Squeezing my eyes shut I wiped the fallen tears that fell upon my pinked cheeks. "Thank you doctor" I said just above a whisper, this felt like agony; as if someone just took a knife to me and was stabbing me over and over again. I just hoped that Melanie would wake up, for me and for Lily.
I squeezed Melanie's lifeless hand between mine, the warmth of my skin being very indifferent to her cold temperature; I knew she was just about clinging on to life. I then rested my head on her hospital bed, trying to be as close as I could to her, I wasn't ready to lose her. "Mr Cavill ?" A rugged voice spoke, I looked up and saw three police officers stood smartly in their uniforms. "May we ask you a few questions?" I nodded bleakly, standing away from Melanie unwillingly and letting go of her hand. "Of course"
The officers took me outside the hospital room into a separate, isolated one. "Firstly, we are very sorry about your wife" the lady with curled black hair said. "Did you know the intruders ?"
I shook my head "no I didn't know them, though I know why they came to my property" The rugged man perched an eyebrow; his eyes now questioning me. "And why is that?" Running a hand through my unwashed hair I swallowed back saliva; not knowing if I should tell them the truth. "My ex girlfriend...Chloe Burrows, she got involved with them and then told them my location" I saw the lady jotting down some notes in her notepad before returning her attention on me "Chloe burrows, do you know if she intended for them to come to the property, and do you know their names?" Biting down lightly on my lower lip I felt sadness wash over me, it almost felt purposeful that Chloe did this. "I believe so, she owed them money. They are drug dealers. As for me knowing their names; unfortunately not, But two of the men wore designer clothes and the other two were wearing sweatpants and plain t shirts"
"Thank you Mr Cavill, I know this must be difficult. Do you know if Chloe is going to visit ?" Scoffing loudly I shook my head "she better not come visit, I want nothing more to do with her" the police officer nodded in understanding "may I take the phone number and address of Miss Burrows?" With a weak smile I began to tell them, now not worrying who I got into trouble as my wife was now in a critical condition; why should I care.
"One last thing Sir, sadly Anthony Peterson did not survive his gun wound"
Shaking my head in dismay I felt bile rise in my throat, making me feel dizzy. Anthony was a good man and did not deserve this; just above a whisper I replied "t-thank you for letting me know"
"Thank you again Mr Cavill, we send our best wishes to you and your family in this difficult time" One of the police officers uttered, the man placing a comforting hand on my shoulder. "Just find those bastards, please" nodding they then turned away leaving me alone again; scraping my feet along from underneath me I walked back towards Melanie's room. When I entered it looked as if Melanie was just in a deep sleep; she tended to sleep through most things which I teased her on, but of course it's different this time. Melanie was fighting for her life.
Sniffling back a sob that burned in my throat I planted a kiss upon her cold cheek, wishing so desperately she felt it. "I'm going to see our daughter, I love you"
Chloe POV
The plan worked, my plan worked. Scoffing to myself I placed a mountain of clothes into my duffel bag "Now Melanie is out of the picture" I chuckled lightly, fiddling with my thumbs in anticipation. "I just need to somehow make Henry fall back in love with me" humming to myself I began to trudge up and down my hotel room, this was absolutely perfect.
"Chloe, it's time to pay us" Steven, one of my hitmen interjected. Frowning I turned on my heel, clicking my tongue as I did. "Not until she is really dead, silly billy" Steven stepped towards me, his jaw clenched. "Don't play these games Chloe, we made a deal" covering my mouth with fake humour and shock I giggled "games? I asked you to kill her; not half kill her"
With that he removed his grasp and walked outside the hotel room with Steven following suit. "Asshole" I spat under my breath.
Slipping on my coat I followed after the two muscular men, wanting to make sure that this would now finally be it.
We jumped into the blacked out Mercedes and began to drive towards the hospital, my gut was tightening at the very thought of finally being Henry's again; I did not care for the consequences. Hopefully I can then get rid of that little brat also; I am the only woman to have his children. Grabbing my pocket mirror I applied a sickly amount of clear gloss onto my injected lips, slapping them together to create the perfect shine. "Don't you disappoint me" I instructed which earned me an unpleasant response, Victor was eyeing me with a darkened glare "don't you disappoint us" shuffling in my seat I tried to keep my composure, not wanting for them to know I was intimidated. It was true, these men were not to be messed with so maybe I should keep my lips sealed; though that's not built into my persona.
Pulling up to the hospital I waited impatiently in the back of the car, my legs criss crossed as I hummed along to distract myself; watching as the men piled erratically from the vehicle and hastily made way to the entrance.
Melanie POV
What was this?
Was I dead ?
Why is everything dark ?
Where is Henry and Lily?
Thoughts swirled around in my darkened head; scared and alone in this never ending void. All I could think about is why I couldn't open my eyes or move my limbs; it was as if I was a statue. Help me please I begged in my head, though nobody came to my rescue. Did Henry forget about me?
Then I remembered the gun; the men. How I placed myself in-front of an armed weapon to save my love; my dearest Henry- I would do it all over again in a heart beat...
Heart beat
Why did it feel like such a struggle to breath, to keep my heart beating in my chest. Was I dying? Or was I already dead and now living in an eternal hell.
"She is in here" a soft woman's voice spoke, it was like melted honey and I wished for her to never leave my side. Why was her voice so comforting to me? An Angel perhaps ? "Thank you, you may leave us" a deep toned voice responded, though this voice struck me like thorns. It unnerved me to my very core. "Hello again Melanie" inwardly I wanted to run away- my body just couldn't move and it scared me. Suddenly a large object placed itself over my nose and mouth; it was soft yet firm and it made the already strangled breaths become even more difficult to create. Help me please, somebody. I was being killed and nobody was able to save me; this was the end.
"What are you doing!?" The same honey toned voice exclaimed. Yes! Someone is here to save me. The pressure of the pillow was released giving me an opportunity to take in some much needed oxygen. "Security !" The lady screamed. The man clicked his tongue before ripping out my IV's; instant crimson beads striking my arms which felt like a splash of warm water against my skin. He then removed my nasal cannula. I can't breathe. The man took no time; I was now picked me up as if I weighed nothing, slinging me over his shoulder. "Stop right now" a loud voice rumbled which clouded my ears; many people were screaming and shouting but it was no use. The mans grip on me tightened and I felt my body rock back and forth as he ran. The only thing I could feel was the piercing of cold air hitting my skin; creating instant goosebumps. My heart hurts, it's pounding against my chest profusely; I could tell my heart was weak.
Chloe POV
Gazing out the window I saw the hurried steps of Victor and Steven, over Steven's shoulder was Melanie. Instantly my stomach dropped; why are they carrying her towards the car? Knitting my eyebrows together I felt a panic rush over me; chills rushing across my spine. "Take her now!" Steven instructed as he swung open my door, throwing the lifeless woman on top of my lap. With shaky hands I gulped back saliva and pushed her off me so she was now more so on the other side. Victor and Steven now in the vehicle also; Steven hammering his foot against the gas pedal which jolted us forward. "What are you doing!?" I almost screamed. "They caught us, now stop fucking talking!" Deciding to agree I closed my mouth, not daring to say another word otherwise I may be on the backend of this.
Looking behind us I saw the flashing of blue lights; and the screeching of tyres erupted my ears. Adrenaline flowing through my veins like an electricity current; this was not my plan at all. "Shit, fuck!" Victor hissed, hitting the glovebox with his fist. "This is such a mess, what do we do now. Fuck. They saw our faces"
Steven gripped the steering wheel fiercely in response to Victors helpless swearing and blabbering "We won't get caught, we wont" Steven interjected harshly; reassurance failing to show which only made Victor more angry. "Now what do we do with this bitch, hm?"
Steven chuckled grimly "we will do as we wish Brother"
Henry POV
My phone danced along the countertop and the familiar ringtone captivated my ears; instantly I grabbed it. "Hello who is this?" I asked Inquisitively. "Is this Mr Cavill?"
Humming in response I replied "yes that is me" "T-this is the hospital Sir. It's about your wife Mrs Cavill" gulping back a thick amount of saliva I waited for them to continue. "She has been kidnapped- the police are trying to get her back right now" instantly my whole body froze and it felt like time had stopped moving around me. "W-what?" I stammered, feeling winded. The voice on the other end hesitantly spoke "we are so sorry this has happened Mr Cavill, the men told us they were her brothers" gripping the phone tightly I felt the anger boil; the type of anger you could use to kill somebody with. "Men?" I repeated, a grim expression clouding my face. "Those bastards" hanging up the phone I grabbed my car keys and jacket. "Look after Lily for me please" I asked my security guard Thomas; he had already looked after her whilst I was in hospital. "That is fine Mr Cavill, did you wish for Richard to accompany you?" I shook my head quickly "that is not needed"
Hurrying out of the door I jumped in my car, starting the ignition and driving as quickly as I could towards a blank canvas; I didn't know where they are- or where they may be taking her but I know I will find her.
The unlit roads were unnerving due to the time of night it was- only the sound of my cars engine plodding along the empty roads was able to be heard as many people lay peacefully in their beds. I knew in my heart that if Melanie was not found tonight that it may mean I never see her again; this struck a knife into my chest. Doing well over the speed limit I began to scan the streets for any suspicious activity; though I knew it would be like finding a needle in a haystack. "Come on Henry, think" a random thought then quirked in my head- if Chloe was behind this then where would she go? Deciding to follow my gut instinct I raced my car even faster along the depleted roads "Please Melanie, hold on for me"
Melanie POV
Noises... that's all I could configure right now. There were two very strong tones overruling a timid but rather familiar voice that would now and again interject a conversation. The voice I recognised to be Chloe; I knew she was behind something but I could never comprehend she would be this evil to do this. "Grab that chair" a man stated matter of factly. The scraping of chair legs sent shivers down me as it made contact with the harsh flooring underneath it- like chalk on a chalk board. "Tie her up" my body was now placed upright on a very hard chair with my arms tightly fastened with rope behind it. A ball of cloth then shoved into my mouth which I found comical; I couldn't talk. "Now what do we do?" Chloe whispered, her clacking of heels nearing my direction. "We stay hidden whilst this blows over; as for this woman. Well we will kill her if you pay us right now" Chloe toyed with a strand of my hair in a playful and sarcastic manner before proceeding to grasp my cheeks tightly like a mother does to a child. "Oh Melanie, look what happens when you become a home wrecker"
"Henry is fucking mine bitch" She hissed before spitting saliva on my face, if I could move I would straight away be knocking her to the floor; this woman was a different breed and I still prayed that someone would somehow find me. My breathing was still struggling to regulate without the extra help from the nasal cannula but I wouldn't give them the joy of seeing me fall to my demise. I knew I needed to fight the shadowing of my head- the darkness that drew me in; and instead focus on the light- my family. "I will pay you, once you kill her" Chloe responded bitterly- confidence shining off her words even though she was a short- skinny blonde with no fighting skills behind her back. Steven scrunched his nose in disgust "well looks like we will all be here until you pay us" Chloe chuckled sarcastically; suddenly building up a persona which isn't her. "I'll happily wait then"
My mind still battled against the light and the dark, I so badly wanted to wake up from this dark abyss but no matter how much I tried nothing worked- my body was still like concrete whilst my brain was fuzzy and disorientated.
A sharp jab to my leg was felt as Chloe kicked me; pain creeping up my joints all the way to my hip bones. If I could scream- this would be it. "Come on Melanie, wakey wakey"
"You've got to wake up so I can have some fun toying with you, it's no fun otherwise"
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