chapter 6- Looking for William

Jess

After a calm, peaceful weekend, i decided it was time to go back to work.
I havent been in since i got the phone call, so im not sure how everyone will react. I didnt explain Robin to anyone, so i knew there'd be about 100 questions flying my way.
But no. I walked in, and everyone just cheered. I spotted Becker standing next to Lester. I'd bet anything that this was down to him.

'It's great to have you back Jess' Matt smiled.

'Thanks. Its great to be back!'

Conner was walking quickly towards me. I could guess why.

'Glad to see your still fighting'

He pulled me into the biggest hug i'd ever had.
Abby soon joined in and so did Emily. It was nice to have the support of my friends. They wernt being judgemental at all.
After they'd all backed away to give me some air, Lester walked awkardly my way.

'If you ever need anything Jessica... you know where my office is'

'Thanks' i smiled.

I really wanted to hug him, but i also really wanted to keep my job...

The welcome didnt last long as the anomoly alert sounded.
I ran over to the computer to get the location.

'Its not far from here. I'd say an estimated time of 2 and a half minutes'

The team went running off, and so did Becker. He'd been off work looking after me and Robin, so this is the first time i've been without him.
Its strange. Theres sort of this.. Empty feeling.

'Ok Jess. Is the anomoly still active? We cant find it' Matt's voice soon said in my ear piece.

'Yes. Its still there. It should be behind the door infront of you'

Lester pulled a seat next to me and sat down. I actually felt abit intimidated. As though he was watching me working.
I looked at him, and he smiled.

'Do you need something?' i asked cautiously.

'No. i just thought i'd be here if you need any help'

'And you think you know how to run my computers?'

He gave a sort of gloting grin. 'Well Jessica. Who do you think has been running them while you were off?'

Well, i must say. That is impressive. Lester working my computer. Im surprised we still have a team at all.

'Lester. I know it will make me sound like a really bad employe, but could you take over for an hour?'

'May i ask why?'

'You could. But i think it would confuse you. Im going to explain everything to the team later so...'

'Well. Off you go then'

I stood up and grinned. 'Your the best boss i've ever had'

'Im the only boss you've ever had Jessica'

'Good point' i called, running towards the exit.

Becker

Me and Matt had just finished rounding up the four dodo's that had found their way through the anomoly when Lester spoke in my ear piece.

'Ok, Becker. Is the anomoly locked yet?'

'Yeah, its done. Where's Jess?'

'im takeing over for an hour. she said she had to do something'

I knew exacly what that something was.

'Matt, i'll see you and the team back at the arc'

'where on earth are you going?' he called after me.

I just ignored him. i knew id regret it but at this moment in time i didnt care.
I dont know what shes planning, but im guessing its something to do with her father. I told her she shouldnt jump into things, but she's a woman. Woman know everything... right... Wrong!

Jess

I was standing outside the corner shop, just stairing through the window at the man behind the counter. He was a little older than i expected. 60 maybe.
Then suddenly Becker grabbed my arm.

'Jess, have you even thought about what your going to say?'

'I never think about what im going to say. I just say it'

And i was being honest. I pulled my arm out of his grip and started walking towards the shop.
I pushed the door open, and expected it to smell of smoke, but it didnt. It smelt clean and fresh. At least i knew something about him already.
Becker came in behind me, looking around.
I grabbed a bag of cheese and onion walkers chrisps and put it on the counter.
'Seventy' He murmed.

'Ok, er...' I checked my pocket but of course i hadnt brought any money.

Becker handed over a pound coin. Im glad he had the money.
I picked up the chrisps and went to walk away.

'Erm, you are William arent you?' i asked, turning back.

'I wish' he said, sounding annoyed.

'So where is he?' Becker asked, looking around the small shop.

The man turned and pointed out of the window.

'He's doing the delivery. Its monday you know. So do you know him'

'Not personally. He owns this place right?'

'Yeah. He lives here too. Upstairs i mean'

I looked at Becker, who was still looking out of the window.

'Thanks' i smiled.

I walked out of the shop, and watched him carry four boxes ontop of each other.
The top one was clearly unstable, and within two seconds was on the floor.
I ran over and picked it up.

'I've got it'

I took a good look at him. His hair was brown like mine. He had the same shaped nose and the same ears.
Then he smiled. I knew instantly that it was true.

'Thankyou miss. Your very kind'

I followed him to the back of his shop, with Becker at my side.

'So, your William?' i grinned.

'Oh, you know who i am then?' he blushed, taking the box from me.

'Yeah. Funny story that. Do you remember Serena Parker?'

His smile quickly faded and his voice got louder.

'Serena Parker? That woman's caused me nothing but heart ache and misery!'

'She died, William.'

His face now seemed full of pain. I knew he was hurt.

'Why tell me?'

I handed him my letter from mum, and stood back next to Becker.

I grabbed his hand as i watched my father read the letter.

'Its a lie..'

'No, it isnt. Your my father please you have to believe that'

He moved towards me with anger in his eyes.

'You are not my child. Do you understand. That woman is just trying to hurt me again. I wont allow it!'

He was so close to my face that Becker pushed him away.

'So, your the kids daddy. Cute. I dont know whats gone on with your life Jessica, but i want no part in it'

He disappeared through the back door of the building, leaving me in tears.

Becker hugged me, but this time i pulled away. I dont know why, i guess i didnt like him being called Robins daddy. As far as im concerned, Robin has no daddy. And as far as williams concerned, neither do i...

Becker

I knew deep down that something like this would happen.
Jess was heart broken, just like i knew she would be.
I noticed that he didnt give her the letter back. So She's lost that aswell as her dad.

'Can you take me home?' she asked quietly.

I nodded, knowing neither of us were going back to work today...