in threes
chapter 62

Chapter 62

Chapter 62

Alex‘ POV

“Good morning, beautiful,” I whisper, a smile playing on my lips,

“Good morning, Alex,” she replies, her voice filled with a mix of excitement and nerves. Are youready for this?”

I intertwine my fingers with hers, offering her a reassuring squeeze. Tve never been more ready.”

She nods, determination glinting in her eyes. “I believe in us. We’ll face them head–on and comeout victorious.

That we will dol… I promise you that….

After a quick breakfast downstairs where Jace, Del, and Freddie waited for us, it approaches tenand I know that the day ahead is no doubt going to drag In.

The living room fills with a sense of purpose as everyone makes small talk and seems buzzed forthe fight….

1 keep Lottie close to me, replaceing comfort in her presence.

Freddie gives us a final pep talk, emphasizing the importance of staying focused and maintainingcontrol -as he talks us through how the event will run. He assures us that everything has beenarranged for Lottie and Anna’s safety during the fight–which greatly puts my racing mind at ease…

“They better tum up!” I laugh out loudly, as Anna finally joins us having just woke up herself as sheyawns.

“I think they are too cocky not to… they seriously think they’re in with a chance tonight… Freddiechuckles darkly, causing us all to laugh now as Anna sits beside us on the sofa.

After what Jason, Holden and Tommy have done to my girl in the past… they don’t stand a chanceagainst me tonight none of them I’ll destroy their faces and dignity all in one.

I could probably take all three of them together and still cause deaths I’m that fucking pissed off….

They

won’t return back to this town when I’m done with them anyway that’s for damn sure!

“What time are we heading there today?” Del questions, as I think on it briefly.

“The other fights start at seven, then my rounds don’t start until ten… I say we get there for aroundeight.” I tell them my plan, as everyone seems happy with that

“Perfect my boy! I better head off out and make sure everything is looking good down at the venue!Best of luck although I’m sure you won’t need it!” Freddie stands from his position, moving to shakemy hand firmly, before Del leads him out of the house…

“He’s really excited…” Lottle comments, her nerves evidently kicking in.

“It’s probably a good thing now that you both snuck in to the last fight… at least you both know whatto expect this time around!” Del enters the room again with a chuckle, as my eyes narrow at binu.

I was pissed when Lottie had followed us to my last fight down at the mill… I don’t take back how Ireacted either since she could have ran into trouble there! I wouldn’t have forgave myself ifanything had happened to them- especially at one of my fights!

The worst part was, we didn’t even know they were coming. Things could ve went a lot worse ifthey hadn’t ran into Del and Jace before the fight! None of us would’ve known!

“It was a joke bro! Stop trying to melt me with your eyes!” Del laughs and shrugs me off, beforeplopping down back onto the sofa,

“Later when we get there, I’ll go in first. I want confirmation that the three of them are already at theevent before we bring the girls in. That way I have tabs on where exactly they are in the buildingand we can sneak the girls in and upstairs without any hassler I announce, as lace agrees withme.

“Everything will be fine.” He comments next, as I hear Lottie inhale a shaky breath

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“Don’t be scared Lottie, I’ll be right by your side!” Anna places a hand on her shoulder, as Lottiethanks her briefly…

I could tell from the sight of her that she was terrified – rightfully so as it was a natural reaction–afterall, I am stepping into the ring to fight her three bullies and life long torturers tonight.

I would be more worried if she wasn’t nervous about it…

As the day progresses, we distract ourselves from the anticipation that threatens to consume us,instead focusing on making lunch, watching TV and sitting out in the sun.

As the sun begins to set, casting a warm glow over the surroundings, we head back inside to getready knowing that it was time. The anticipation in the air grows heavy…

Lottie and Anna both decide that they are going casual–wearing gym leggings, a sweatshirt andsneakers. They voiced that they felt highly uncomfortable dressing up for such an event which weall understood….

I wore my usual boxing shorts, slid on my boxing trainers and tossed a zipper on top to cover mybare torso.

“It’s after eight, are you guys ready to go? We are running behind!” lace calls out from downstairs,as I exit the bathroom to replace Lottie as she stands before me – fidgeting with her hands.

“Doll it’s going to be ok… you can do this… I approach her instantly and separate her prying fingersfrom one another, feeling how tense she is under my touch

Tm scared Alex… now that we are actually leaving to go there… knowing that I’ll see them inperson soon… what if I completely freak out and have another park attack Her breathing quickensas she speaks, before 1 quietly hush her and pull her to me.

I hold Lottie tightly, my arms wrapped around her as if to shield her from any harm. I press a gentlekiss to her forehead, letting my lips linger there for

a moment.

“Listen to me, Lottie,‘ I say softly, my voice filled with reassurance. “I know it’s scary, but you’restronger than you think. You deserve happiness and they deserve this punishment more thanambody – you know that! Let me do you proud, pretend it’s just some regular opponents meetingme in the ring: You don’t even have to watch if it’s too much! Jace and Anna will be right there withyou!” I encourage her, and whisper the comforting words into her hair.

She moves to look up at me, her eyes filled with vulnerability. “But what if I freeze up and cause ascene? What if I can’t handle it? She whispers crushing my heart at the sight.

I cup her face in my hands, looking deep into her eyes. “You won’t freeze up. Remember why weredoing this. Remember the pain they ve caused you, the torment they’ve put you through. This fightis your chance to reclaim your power, to show them that they can’t hurt you anymore because youhave us… you have me now Lottie! Not to brag doll… but I’m actually a pretty decent fighter youknow! I laugh slightly, causing her to let out a small giggle.

Lottie takes a deep breath next, her features softening as she absorbs my words. “You’re right,Alex. I won’t let them win anymore. I’ll fight for myself. for us, for my new life here. I can do this…”

ross my face, pride swelling in my chest. That’s my girl. Now let’s go show them what we’re madeof.”

A smile spreads across my

Together, hand in hand, we make our way downstairs to join Jace and Anna. Del waits by the car,ready to drive us to the arena as we set the house alarms and lock up.

The engine revs to life as we climb in, feeling safer all travelling together in my black SUV with thetinted windows….

The drive to the venue is filled with a mixture of feelings as Del plays some fight music‘ as he calls itin order to help hype me up.

Thoughts of the impending battle swirl in my mind, as I hold Lattle beside me in the backseat. Myfocus remains on her and getting her through this night as safely as possible…

It isn’t long before we arrive, the ver

venue buzzing with cars and with an overall dark energy. It always felt the same at these fights…

This venue was in an abandoned warehouse on the edge of town, taking you underground beforereaching the large arena.

The sound of the crowd filters through the air as we park up the car in the far comer. I step out ofthe car first with Del, the cool night air hitting us as

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we make our way towards the entrance – where two of my men

awaited us.

“They are already inside Alex, in their designated dressing room. We have two of our guys postedthere so that we know if they leave the room at any point before the fight. It’s best if you bring thegirls in now…” He informs me briefly.

With that, I inhale a slow steady breath, tum hark towards the car and gesture for them all to get outand follow me….

Here goes nothing….

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EJ Kincaid

Time to show no mercy

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