in threes
chapter 95

Chapter 95

Chapter 95

Lottie’s POV

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06:55

“Del is trying to call me now!” Anna groans, as I place another nacho into my mouth, enjoying theshow that we had put on to watch..

It was a silly reality TV show, however it made us laugh and gasp at some of the things they got upto!

“Do I answer him?!” Anna shows me the incoming call, as I sigh, shrugging briefly with a nod

“I guess?” 1 state, as I watch her click to accept the call, placing it up to her ear.

“What the fuck do you want now?!” Anna’s tone is harsh, as I grab the remote to pause theepisode.

by her features, as her face contorts in annoyance, her eyes widening as she eyes me briefly,gaining my full attention.

I study

“What?” I mouth the word to her, before she pulls the phone down–placing it on loud speaker inorder to let me hear.

“Is she with you Anna?! Just fucking tell me that she’s there at least?!” I almost cry when I hear Alexworried tone spill into the air, before I push my feelings back anger taking its place.

“She is here Alex! But she almost wasn’t! Thanks to you! Where the fuck have you three been allday?! Nobody even answered her!” Anna cuts him short and scolds, before a groan is heard on hisend.

“I know I’ve fucked up… just let me come over there and I can explain? He bargains next, as i huffloudly in frustration.

“I don’t think she wants to see you at the moment Alex – sorry!” Anna announces, before pressingdown on the red button to end the call

Anna places her phone down, sighing heavily.

“I can’t believe he forgot about me,” I mutter, feeling a mix of anger and hurt bubbling inside me.“It’s not like him to be so careless. Do you think something must ve happened?” I ponder next.

Anna gives me a sympathetic look, understanding my frustration. “I know, Lottie. He messed up bigtime, and he knows it. He will no doubt lose his mind and be on his way over here right this second!I’m expecting him to have a good explanation tool” She states

“I don’t think I want to hear his excuses right now,” I mumble, crossing my arms defiantly. He shouldhave been there for me, especially after what happened before with the letters. I can’t take anymorechances like that.”

Anna’s expression softens as she realizes the seriousness of the situation. “I still can’t believe thathappened! I wish I would have just taken you with me to the dentist!”

I take a deep breath, recounting the unsettling experience of being chased by the hooded figure onmy way home from school. “It’s seriously not your fault! I thought Alex would be there to pick me up

like always! Let’s look at the positives, at least I made it to Freddie’s pub, right?” I joke dryly

Anna’s eyes hold deep concern as she listens to me. I’m so sorry you had to go through that. Youshould have called me when Alex didn’t show, I would have came straight back to get you rightaway–dentist or not.”

“I didn’t want to bother you and ruin the appointment! It was a nice day too so I just thought I wouldbe fine to walk…” I sigh, feeling a little guilty for not reaching out to my friend earlier to avoid thewhole incident.

I still wasn’t sure whether the individual was just some one off creep or whether they wheretargeting me. For all I knew, they could be related to whole Tommy letter scenario.

the

Anna offers me a gentle smile. “You’re never a bother, Lottie. I’m always here for you, no matterwhat. Please don’t hesitate to call me next time!” She tells me firmly as I smile and nod.

She seriously was the bestest friend I could have ever wished for…

“You’re right, Anna. I should have called you,” I admit, feeling grateful for her unwavering support.“Next time, I promise, I won’t hesitate.”

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Chapter 95

Just then, we pause, hearing a car pull up outside, as I recognize the sound of A

Alex’s revving car engine almost instantly.

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My heart flutters with a mix of emotions – anger, hurt, and a hint of relief that he came to make sureI was ok – despite it being three hours late, 06:5

As much as I want to ignore him, a part of me still longs to hear what he has to say…I at least owehim a chance….

“He’s here,” Anna confirms, looking out of the window. “Do you still not want to talk to him? I canask him to come by tomorrow instead? It’s totally up to you!” She questions, as I squirm.

I take a deep breath, trying to gather my thoughts. “I’m not sure, but I can’t avoid him forever eithercan 17”

Anna gives me an encouraging smile. “Just remember, you have every right to be upset with him.Take your time and let him know how his actions have affected you. She encourages, as I chew mylip

“Ok yeah… let him in… I breathe out the words, deciding it was now or never. As much as he hadpissed me off, I still longed to be safe in his arms again.

With Anna’s support, I make my way to the front door, hesitating for a moment before finallyopening it. Alex is standing there, looking pained and remorseful.

“Lottie, I’m so sorry,” he begins instantly, his voice filled with regret. “I messed up big time today,and I can’t forgive myself for forgetting about you. I should have been there, especially aftereverything that fucking happened. Please believe me, I didn’t do it on purpose, I lost track of timeand got caught up!” He rambles, as 1 gesture for him to step inside–closing the door behind him.

I look into his eyes, seeing the sincerity in his gaze. Part of me wants to stay mad at him, butanother part wants to believe that he truly regrets his actions.

*Tll be in my room if you need me Lottle… just call and I’ll kick this man’s ass!” Anna retorts, givingAlex the evil eye, before she leaves giving us the privacy we need.

“I was so scared, Alex, I haven’t felt like that in a long time! I say softly, my voice wavering with amix of fear and frustration. “I needed you, and you weren’t there. Nobody would answer my calls ortexts besides Anna.“

He steps closer, reaching out to touch my cheek gently, his eyes wavering. I know, and I hatemyself for it. I promise

make it up to you, Lottie. Il do anything to make things right again. You shouldn’t have been left inthat situation. Il replace out whoever that was chasing you and I’ll fucking kill them!” He speaks histruth, as I sigh, stepping away and in the direction of the living area again.

I take a seat, as Alex follows my lead, sitting beside me.

I take a deep breath, trying to hold back the tears that threaten to fall. “You can’t just makeeverything okay with a few apologies, Alex. I need to know that I can trust you to be there for mewhen I need you. I told you about the letters, knowing you would do everything to help keep mesafe, but today – you just totally forgot all about me and left me to make my own way home.” I rant,as he listens to me intently, lowering his gaze every so often in guilt.

“I know, and I promise to do better,” he says earnestly. “I don’t ever want to put you in danger ormake you feel like you’re alone ever again. Let me explain what happened at least, maybe thenyou’ll know that I didn’t mean to forget about you? Please Lottie?!” He begs, as I nod slowly for himto continue.

“Okay,” I whisper, feeling a rush of vulnerability wash over me, as i await his excuse… it better be agood one!

“I had to take Del to the hospital… Clara burst his face open with a hammer… My jaw practicallyhits the floor the moment he speaks, an unholy gasp leaving my lungs.

Did I hear him right?

DID WHAT?!” I yell, disbelief filling me to the brim as he nods in confirmation.

“There’s pictures that I can show you and everything, they are on Dels phone… he’s still at thehospital too… let me start from the beginning?” Alex asks, as I replace myself only nodding for him tocarry on,

“Remember when I called you at lunch? I told you I had to go to take an important call? Well, thatcall turned out to be Del. He was freaking out down the line, asking if I could drive over there tohelp him. I panicked after hearing him so distressed, so I just grabbed my car keys and left theoffice. It wasn’t until I got to Dels place, that I realised I left my phone behind.” Alex recites theevents of his day, as I decide to remain silent giving him the

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“I went inside to see what the deal was with Del, and of course, found Clara there too! By thatpoint, Dels face was already spilling of blood, h06:50 was completely smashed up and trashed,Clara had been slapped and choked by Del… it was fucking horrific to witness Lottle! Alex explains,his brows furrowing at the memory as I gasp again.

“What the hell Alex! Why are they even together?! This has to end!” I can’t help but respond now,completely taken aback by the story.

“That’s what I’m getting to… the only reason that Del had stayed with Clara for this long is becauseout about it for weeks!” He tells me slowly, as everything seems to click into place for the first time.

told him she was pregnant. He’s been freaking

“NO?” I react, as he nods slowly bel

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“So earlier today… Clara admitted that she was lying… she made the whole thing up just so Delwould be with her! He lost his fucking shit with her after that. I kicked her out of his house before Idrove him straight to the hospital. Alex adds the next part, as I shake my head in shock.

“We told the hospital that Del was attacked by someone, but because of that, they had to call thecops to take statements due to it being a serious assault. I was with them until four thirty, and untilthey told me the time, I didn’t even realise how late it was! I still didn’t have my phone, so I had toreplace Dels to try and call you… I’m so sorry doll – really I am!” Alex searches my eyes forforgiveness, taking my hands and offering them a light squeeze.

I think on the story, my emotions all over the place now, as I struggle to pull together the rightwords-

person chasing me into a pub!

Tm so sorry too Alext I… I didn’t realise how serious your situation was… is Del ok? Are you ok?That’s worse than some p Del could have died: Oh my gosh I panic slightly, water building in myeyes again, before Alex pulls me closer to him.

“Don’t you dare doll! Don’t say sorry! I shouldve been there for you! Or I should’ve sent someoneelse to get you at least! I was sloppy today – leaving my phone behind and losing track of time like

that regardless of what was going on! I do better! Alex hushes me, comforting me as I release all ofthe emotion that had built up from the day.

He’s here now… I’m ufe…

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