Beyond Secrets and Lies

Chapter 7: Vengeance or Submission

Sarah walked into the kitchen and saw the breakfast Chuck made. It was elegantly arranged and it was made extra special by the single red rose placed in the plate with the note that said "I love you S! - C". As much heart-warmed she was, she did not trust Chuck. She thought that there might be some love potion or something with the food and the flower that might make her feel something for him. She threw the food and flower at the garbage bag.

She was confused. She had some kind of feelings for him, even back in San Francisco – well, learning that he was her Chuck figures.. But learning that he lied to her, not just with the relationship status, but also he lied about himself, made her feel angry. Right now she was not sure if she wanted to run away and cry, or if she wanted to hug and kiss Chuck all over and tell him he is her one and only love, or if she could stay and get even with him. How can I get even with him? She wasn't successful in her line of work for nothing, so she decided to conduct a plan.

After constructing her plan, she spent the rest of the day "cleaning" the house, or looking for clues that may help in learning what Chuck really wanted from her. Disappointed with the result of her "cleaning", she decided to go to the mall and buy some stuff for her plan.

She returned home and started executing her plan. Her vengeance list number 1: "Please and Clean Chuck's Stomach". She cooked pork tenderloin and mashed potato for dinner and referred to the cook book she bought for the recipe. After cooking, she prepared the dining table. She made it as romantic as possible – what a perfect girlfriend will do for her boyfriend.

At exactly 6 in the evening, Chuck returned home with flowers for Sarah.

"Honey, I'm home!" he called. Wow it feels good to say that.

Sarah went down from her room, and smiled at him. "Hey, you're right on time. Dinner's ready." She kissed him on the cheek.

He might feel a little guilty with their situation right now, but he also felt happiness. He was happy because finally, after 16 years of waiting for the girl of her dreams to return, she is right in front of him looking like an angel.

"Oh, yeah, this is for you." He gave her the flowers and gave her a goofy grin.

She smiled back and felt weak on her knees. "Thank you. It's beautiful." Keep it together Walker. This is just an act.

They went at the dining area. Chuck sat at his spot while Sarah grabbed their food. Before she served them, she placed some purgative to Chuck's plate. When the food was settled, they ate.

"Wow. This food taste amazing! And by the way, I love the candles and stuffs. You're the best honey!" he praised her.

She just smirked, knowing that later the bathroom will be occupied for a long time.

After dinner, Chuck insisted to clean up since she worked hard for dinner. She went in the living room and watched TV, wanting also to watch Chuck's reaction when the purgative takes effect. Five minutes later, she heard a glass crashed. She looked at the kitchen and saw Chuck running to the bathroom. She decided to act nice and follow Chuck.

"Baby, are you alright?" she asked while knocking at the bathroom door.

"Yeah, my stomach just started dancing. Maybe it's the corndog and grape soda I had for lunch." He replied with discomfort in his voice.

"Okay, I guess I should take over with the dishes." She said.

Satisfied with the result, she cleaned the dishes and the glass Chuck dropped earlier. Chuck didn't leave the bathroom for the rest of the night and Sarah started to become worried that she might have placed more than she was supposed to.

"Baby, are you sure you're alright?" she asked for the eighth time tonight.

"Yeah, I'm sorry. My stomach's just really sensitive lately." He replied with still discomfort with his voice.

"Do you want me to bring you to the hospital or something?" she suddenly felt guilty with what she had done. Don't feel guilty. He deserves this for lying. Her other self is telling her.

"No, I'm all good." He replied.

She fell asleep at the couch. She was awoken by the arms that placed her right now in her bed.

"Hey, you didn't have to." She said sleepily.

"Sshh. Go back to sleep." He said and kissed her in the forehead.

"Is your stomach okay now?" she asked.

"Yeah, I hope so. I'm never eating corndog and grape soda at the same time now." He laughed. "Good night, my dear."

"Good night." She said while snuggling with her comforter.

Sarah woke up the next day at around 9. She peeked at Chuck's room and saw him still asleep. She decided to execute her list number 2: "Give Chuck a really hot and spicy shower". She first took a shower then she placed some chili sauce at Chuck's shampoo then she proceeded to the kitchen and cooked breakfast for Chuck. She cooked some omelet and toasted some bread.

After preparing breakfast, she went at Chuck's room to wake him up. When she got there, she can't help it but stare at him. He looked peaceful in his sleep. She smiled and began day dreaming of what it is to wake up every day next to him. Her day dreaming progressed to marrying him to having children with him to growing old with him... She was too lost at her thoughts that she didn't notice Chuck already woke up.

"Good morning…" he greeted sleepily.

Startled, Sarah almost fell on her chair. "Oh, Morning Chuck. I cooked breakfast." She said smiling at him.

Seeing that he startled her, he gave a little laugh and said "Okay, I'll take a shower first."

The vengeful Sarah smirked, while the loving Sarah started to worry. "No!" the loving Sarah won this time. Chuck gave her a confused look. But Sarah bounced back and said "the food is getting cold, you should eat first." She gave him a force smile.

"Oh okay.." he smiled awkwardly.

Chuck and Sarah enjoyed breakfast. Chuck only ate a little because his stomach has not recovered well from last night's explosion. He then decided to take a shower.

Sarah, worried with her own doings, started pacing in front of the bathroom. Two minutes later, she heard a yell inside.

"Chuck! Are you okay?" she asked.

"My eyes! My eyes!" Chuck yelled while running naked out of the bathroom to the kitchen. Since he was blinded by the hot sauce/shampoo, he didn't notice the chair. He stumbled upon the chair and bumped his head at the kitchen sink.

Sarah was stunned with the naked form that she saw running. She returned to herself about thirty seconds after and saw Chuck unconscious on the floor. Naked. She first covered him with a towel then she tried to wake him up by splashing cold water to him. He was startled by the cold water and he woke up, but wasn't able to open his eyes.

"Are you okay? Do you want me to bring you to the hospital" Sarah asked worriedly.

"Yeah. I just can't open my eyes." He said. Learning that he was naked in front of Sarah, he blushed. "Uh, could you help me finish my shower, so I could dress up." He asked shyly.

Sarah blushed with his invitation, but decided to help him since it was her fault why he ended up this way. She guided him in the bathroom. She gave him his boxer to wear so they won't be that be uncomfortable while helping him take a shower. She was having a hard time stopping herself from attacking him with a passionate kiss. Oh my. He's hot! Her eyes were focused at his body. He may be a little lanky, but his built was perfect. He can be a model with his body. While she was washing his hair, she noticed the blood.

"Oh my God! You're bleeding!" She panicked.

She washed and dressed him up hurriedly. Then she decided to bring him to the hospital after. Chuck had three stitches for his head and he was given some ointment for his swollen eyes. He asked her to stay with him while being stitched and she held his hand tightly all throughout the operation. After the operation, she left him lying on his bed for a while to pay for the bill. When she returned, she saw Ellie arguing with Chuck. She listened to their conversation.

"You have to stop this now! She's doing this because she hates you!" Ellie argued.

"No! I can't stop this. I promised her father…"

"What? Look what she has done to you. She almost killed you!" Ellie paused for a while before she continued. "Chuck, her kidnapper is already in jail. If you're worried about the money, we could just help each other and pay him back… She already knows the truth, and it is time to return her to her father…"

Hearing about paying her father hurt her. He's just after your money like everybody else is. She ran out of the Emergency Room and went home to pack her things and go back to San Francisco. She did not hear what Chuck said next.

"No, it's not just about the money or keeping her safe.. I want her here because I love her. I'm in love with her and I don't care even if it kills me!"

An hour later, Chuck became worried that Sarah hasn't returned yet, so he decided to go to the nurses' station. But before he reached his destination, he felt his phone vibrated. Jack Walker was calling him.

"Hello?" he answered the phone call.

"Sarah knows the truth about the money. What happened?" Jack furiously asked.

"What? I don't know. I'm in the hospital right now because I bumped my head. Oh my God! She might have heard Ellie and I arguing.. I'm sorry sir."

"What? What happened to you? Are you okay?" Jack changed his tone to being furious to worry.

"Oh, my shampoo had hot sauce on it. Don't ask."

"Oh, is it my daughter's doings again? I'm so sorry." On the side of the line, Jack shook his head in disappointment. First she gave him purgative, now hot sauce shampoo.

"It's alright. What are we going to do with her? I'm sorry, I failed you. I'll try to pay you back as soon as possible." Chuck was feeling down. He lost his chance for Sarah to change her heart. And now she hates her more.

"Hey, we'll try to work this out..You don't have to pay me back. I still owe you for what Sarah did to you."

"Nah, it's alright. I deserved it.I have to go. Sorry again."

"Okay, I'm sorry too. You take care of yourself Chuck."

Jack sighed after his phone call with Chuck. He was disappointed with what his daughter had done to him. He liked Chuck, and he knew his intentions with his daughter are good. He knew that even when they were little, they have built some feelings for each other. Upon learning what Chuck had been through, he realized that this is the perfect opportunity to put them back together. He gave Chuck an offer he cannot resist. Even though, it involved an amount of money, he still knew Chuck would not betray him, especially his daughter. Chuck has a good heart. His plans worked at first, learning that Sarah has changed over the two weeks Chuck worked for her. However, right now, he wasn't sure how to make it up to the couple. He knew they were meant for each other and he should act right away to help these crazy kids realize their mistake.

Chuck walked home feeling dejected. He was crushed. Tears started falling in his eyes, upon learning that he won't see Sarah again. He loves Sarah more than anything. He already knew that her memories returned when he noticed the rose with the breakfast he made were in the trash when he returned home. Knowing Sarah, he knew she'll try something stupid. But it didn't stop him from trying to convince her that his feelings for him are real, even it costs getting hurt physically. His sister might have called him a masochist, but physical pain isn't that much compared to the pain that he was feeling right now. He completely lost his chance from her.

Somewhere nearby, Jill was smirking knowing that her job would be easier now that the bitch's no where in sight. She called up Shaw to let him know that the bitch's back and they can execute their plan soon as they are settled. She also said that she'll be in charge to prevent him from interfering with their plan.

On the freeway, Sarah's driving her Porsche. She wasn't sure if she's doing the right thing. Living with Chuck was the best days of her life, even though everything was a lie. She loves him that it hurt her too much. Knowing that she wouldn't be able to be with him again, hurt even more. She was having thoughts of going back. She wondered if living a lie would be worth it. Maybe. But there's no way of turning back right now. She had already called her father and he might have let him know that she already knew the truth.


A/N: Sorry for the really late update. Had a writer's block. I'll try to update soon as possible. Uh-oh. What are Shaw and Jill up to? Please review! Thanks :]