Love Me in the Dark

13. Trapped

KREW

Yeah, I’m screwing it up. And so far, I have had no luck in unscrewing it. River was right. I ruined her life.

I couldn’t let her go when that asshole was still at large. I needed to make things right with her. I needed to see the sparkles in her eyes just like the first time I met her. But I was running out of options.

I stayed in my office, working the whole day when finally, maybe there was some good news. The family PI rang me up.

“Any luck?”

“Mr. Witley did this to a young woman back in high school. Unfortunately, that girl died of illness. I think he has unrequited feelings, and Ms. Rouge became his next target. I got an old photo of the girl. They happened to have a resemblance.”

Son of a bitch. I locked my jaw hard not to curse. Now I got it. However they met, it couldn’t be a coincidence. It was well-planned. He must have been stalking River before they went on a date. It was disturbing. Now I got another reason why I should keep River in my home. I saw how she paled, how her lips trembled, how she looked so powerless, and that caused such a strong surge of protectiveness to flood through me.

I steadied myself before I spoke. “Did he appear at River’s apartment?”

“So far, he hasn’t. He went to work every day like nothing’s happened.”

“Then how do we get him caught? I want to stop this, Aeckley.” I scratched my growing stubble. This lunatic had not run out of luck just yet, but he would. I would make sure of that.

“I understand your frustration, Mr. Selik.”

“I don’t think you do. Find something that we could use against him. If you have to take drastic measures, do it. I’m willing to gamble as long as it won’t be traced back to me.”

“I may have a suggestion.” Now I got his attention.

“I’m listening.”

not gonna like

“Just say it.”

use Ms. Rouge

feel it in my bones that she’s terrified. Otherwise, why would she come

first. This isn’t

it not bad

date to lure Mr. Witley out.” His idea was appealing, but I couldn’t gamble River’s life.

a bad idea. Besides, Mr. Witley may change his

for another River lookalike? There could be another way without involving her as a mousetrap, Aeckley. Do something. You couldn’t be working for my father for too long if you’re not good at your job. I’m sorry if I ask too much. I know this is not a part of your job anymore, but please, tell me you can help me.” I had huge respect for him,

make this easy and fast, think about it. While you do the act, I will inform the authority. This way, we can catch him in the act.” He had

about the idea, but I’ll think about

“Sure, Mr. Selik.”

flew fast. I was caught up in work. It was past dinner, and I hadn’t eaten anything. Before I could rise from my seat, my heart jumped up to my throat as the lightning struck the sky, reflecting through the glass window. Darkness, roars of thunder, and the

alone. My security team rushed to this office to put me in safety. This time,

didn’t help. My mouth went instantly dry. I squeezed my eyes shut to push that

pounded, and I felt a sudden chill. I opened my eyes, trying to keep my gaze focused on the wall, but strikes reflected from the glass windows again. My fear felt

horrible night started to come flashing back in my head. Instantaneously, I was boneless and breathless as I felt the excruciating

the chair as my sight started to fade to blackness. I breathed deeply, just like my therapist taught me. Squeezing my eyes shut,

the icy floor, coiled myself,

I was sweat profusely.

No, no, no.

diverting my attention to that judder beside my head. It was like a life-saver.

answered the call. After wrestling with my shaking bones, I tried my voice to steady. I didn’t want her to think less of

Oh, god, her

raining.” That was all I got before my voice cracked. A strangled noise rose from my throat before I could

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