Twenty nine

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Chapter twenty nine:

Henry POV

It had been a few hours now since landing, Kal was scraping at my leg wanting to be let off the lead but of course we were currently in the middle of nowhere and to chase after an eccentric pup didn't seem a good idea. My rucksack was becoming heavy on my back and I was frantic to just lay down and get some rest.
Luckily I somehow avoided the paparazzi; it was as if I was in incognito mode. Though maybe it's because I wore blacked out sunglasses in the middle of winter- with a cap lowered across my forehead; perhaps people were just wary of me.

My blue orbs landed upon a coffee shop which I without a second thought raced to, Kal almost tripping over my haste movements. The sweet smell of coffee was enough to ignite a firework inside of me- how I was desperate for a cup of coffee. I had been walking around for hours- searching the depleted countryside. The door on the coffee shop sounded with the iconic bell sound, earning a look from the people inside. I was sweating at this point, thick droplets smothering my forehead with the cap and glasses still on.

"Sorry sir but dogs are not allowed in here" One of the Scottish folk spoke, his voice thick with his accent. His face is skinny with a face full of greyed stubble and short- shaved at the sides hair.
"Please I have been walking for hours- my little friend needs a drink too" pointing to Kal who tilted his head to the side.
Sighing the man looked at me and Kal with pity, crouching down he began to pet him. "Okay but say he is an assistant dog if anyone asks" The man whispered, his voice stern which rocketed some nerves through me, yet I was grateful. Nodding gleefully a wide smile printed on my cheeks "yes of course. Don't you worry"

Sitting down at one of the tables I finally was able to remove the heavy rucksack, tying Kal's lead to the chair leg. "Can I have a cappuccino and a bowl of water please" with that the man whisked off to prepare the hot beverage and Kal's very own drink too. My thoughts now clouded on what the hell I was going to do next. Clutching the photo I looked at it intently; trying to work out the surroundings. So it was obvious that no houses were nearby- only one building in particular which was a chocolate box bungalow with a thatched roof. Around the building was just a big open field.

The barista passed me my drink and also placed Kal's bowl of water on the floor which he sapped up happily, not getting enough of the cold beads of water. Nodding in thanks he turned on his heel which I quickly stopped him. "Sorry to be a bother, but do you recognise this place?" Raising an eyebrow the barista grabbed the photo that I outstretched "yes... I do"
The biggest grin grew on my face which made the barista look rather concerned; his reaction earned me a look in the psych ward. "The lady who lives there is called Dorothy. She is a lovely lass. She is alone though, her husband died a few years back. Why did you want to know?"
Taking the photo back I put it in my jacket pocket "my wife, she didn't tell me where she was going but this is her and the lady you mentioned-Dorothy in the photo, I'm trying to find her to make sure she is okay"
The barista nodded in understanding, sitting opposite me. "Well boy- you're not too far away. I'll take you. It's only a ten minute drive away. I used to be good friends with Dorothy"

Sipping my coffee the smile could not be wiped off my face, how crazy was it that this gentleman knew Dorothy. "If it's not too much hassle that would be very much appreciated" The barista outstretched his hand for me to shake "not at all boy. My name is Angus. And yours?" Taking his hand I shook it "my name is Henry" Angus then brushed imaginary dust off him as he stood "well then Henry, should we get going?" Nodding frantically I followed suit, taking my rucksack, Kal's bag and untying Kal from the table.

Angus led me to his tattered, old white ford "nothing special but she does the trick" chuckling I tapped the side of the car "as long as she gets me to my wife I am appreciative" Angus smirked, hastily nodded as he unwrapped his apron from his waist "we will get you there don't worry, she hasn't given up on me just yet" With that we both got in the car, Kal wagging his tail aimlessly in the back, clearly just as excited as me.

Melanie POV

"So are you going back home anytime soon?" Dorothy queried, perching her glasses on top of her head. I smiled lightly, not sure on how to respond. "I will... I'm not sure as to when" Dorothy looked puzzled, her gaze hardening on me. "Melanie you cannot run away from Henry. If you love him then what is stopping you?"

Massaging my temples I sighed aloud "because I am pregnant with his child. I'm scared he won't want baby Cavill" Dorothy took my hand in a firm grip, almost making me wince. "It takes two to make a baby Melanie. Of course he will want baby Cavill"
Lowering my gaze I felt tears brimming my eyes, I hated how much of an emotional person I was. "You don't know that nan, he may hate the idea of children"
Still with her firm grip on me, she squeezed in reassurance. "Darling if he doesn't want the baby then least you'll know he isn't worth it"

Dorothy was wise when she wanted to be, always given me the best advice which my mother could never do. If anything Dorothy was like my mother; my biological one being selfish, cruel and uncaring. "Thank you nan for everything" releasing her grip she picked ahold of a gold necklace- it had a photo inside. "I want you to have this, you're old enough now to understand" This perked my curiosity, taking the necklace hastily. "What do you mean nan?"
I opened up the locket- seeing a photo of a woman with dark brunette hair and piercing green eyes. "Who is this?"
Dorothy licked her dry lips, nervousness taking her like a heavy blanket. "Your mother"
My heart began palpitating in my chest which created a deep sickness stirring in my belly, confusion washing over me like a tidal wave. "My mother? That doesn't make any sense ?"
Dorothy's eyes grew glassy with her own tears- she never got too emotional so it tugged my heartstrings immensely.

"Leanne is your auntie, your mother's sister. Your mother's name was Lily"

"When you were born your mother ended up haemorrhaging- there was no saving her. Leanne on the other hand saw you as an opportunity and took you under her wing"

Dorothy was in a fit of tears at this point, her throat burning with the heavy conversation. My own tears cascading down my reddened cheeks "all this time and nobody told me?"

"When... you told me Leanne forced you into this marriage I knew I needed to tell you, there is a reason why she wanted this marriage to take place my dear, I'm so sorry" Nan's voice was cracked and broken, struggling to tell me the truth.

Standing from my chair I began to pace, shaking my head in the process "why did she want me to get married to Henry nan"
I began to get annoyed at this point, hating the silence from the clear hesitation. "Tell me nan, now" Dorothy began to toy with her hands, still sobbing which created a wet patch on her floral t shirt. "Leanne used to date Henry's dad Colin, but he then fell in love with Henry's mother Marianne. This broke her deeply especially given the fact she lost their baby from stress, she became an alcoholic. Colin feeling bad as he still cared and felt guilty, gave Leanne financial stability hence the reason you have always had money"

Freezing on the spot it felt like all the pieces were coming together but it still drew out one very large question, what has this got to do with the marriage ? "It was agreed that if Colin had a son that they would marry him into our family- you being the only daughter born were chosen for this marriage. This marriage means that Leanne can always insure financial stability- counting on you and Henry if Colin every stops paying her. Though Colin didn't choose this for those reasons- instead he wanted a happy future for the future he couldn't give Leanne, the next best thing"

Struggling to hear those words from Dorothy's mouth I began to tremble, feeling a wave of dizziness overwhelm me. I took a seat and sat down, resting my head in my hands. "So you did know about Henry- and you knew about the arranged marriage all along" with a tear stricken face I snapped my head up, looking at her with disdain. "You knew"
Dorothy put her hands in the air "no I didn't think she would actually go through with it!" Taking my hands she continued "I would of never let her if I knew"

"But you knew Leanne wasn't my mother... maybe I wouldn't of felt so fucking ashamed if I didn't marry him now? Because I did it all for family approval! Family approval I've craved all my fucking life"

"I-I just wanted to make her proud for once" Sniffling I began to sob even harder, realising that I had an exit all along. She was never even my mother and I dealt with so much emotional damage over my entire life. "Leanne- used me for financial gain" Choking back saliva I grabbed upon my hair, feeling panic rise in my chest. "I can't-I can't breathe"

Dorothy quickly stood up, wrapping her arms around me, I felt too weak to shake off the physical connection from her. I was lied to my entire life. "I lost my daughter and I wish I did more for you- I'll never forgive myself what Leanne has put you through"

I continued to sob as she held me close, my heart pained with the new information. I didn't know who I even was anymore- but I can say one thing which is Leanne will fucking pay.

Unravelling myself from my nans hold I stood up, wiping my tears with my sleeve "I'm going for a walk" Dorothy paled but nodded anyway "please forgive me..." I took ahold of her hands, my emotions finally defusing "I don't blame you. I just wish you told me who my mother was sooner"

"I wish I did tell you sooner but Leanne has always frightened me- she is so callous. I don't know what she would of done if I said anything"

Arching a brow I waited for her to continue, getting the impression now that Leanne was a dangerous woman. "She said she would set my house on fire and kill Fergus-

Anger consumed me now as my face twisted in anguish "she fucking what!?"
Shaking my head whilst clicking my tongue I smirked grimly "well she has a fucking shock coming when I see her next- I tell you" Dorothy frowned "be better than her Melanie"
Digging my nails into my palms I couldn't budge the anger beckoning my soul- I didn't know what I was capable of right now. "I'll be better than her. But I will still make sure she gets a taste of her own medicine first"

Turning on my heel I began to walk through the aimless fields, the beauty slightly distracting me. Words could not fathom how I was feeling- which only made me crave for Henry even more. I needed to see him. He felt like the only person in the world who understood me- who made me feel whole and without a doubt loved.

That's when a bundle of fur leapt on me making me fall to the ground with a thump, countless wet kisses plastering my face. Widening my eyes I saw it was Kal-

And Henry running towards me up the hill.


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