(A/N, Don't read ahead, you will hate yourself xD you don't find out until the very end, so just read NORMALLY(= )
My plan was simple. A heartfelt game of hide-and-seek. I would find a place in Baltimore that was important in some sentimental way. The guy that knew me well enough, would find me first, and that was how my decision would be made. It all felt so childish to me, but it was the only plan I could come up with.
I just hoped that I wouldn't ruin their friendships in the end. But it wasn't exactly my decision, it was theres.
I hadn't quite chosen my 'hiding spot' yet, but I had a few in mind. The green room at the music place when I went to the All Time Low concert, the place where my mother was to be buried, or the soul-searching coffee shop. Those were only a few of my ideas. I had lived in Baltimore my entire life, the city was covered in memories.
I got it.
The idea hit me with a blast of oblivion. I had spent so much time talking about this place when I was hanging with all three guys. This was perfect.
I lifted myself up onto the wooden fencing and climbed over. I found myself flabbergasted by the memories that had been spent here. Laughter and all around happiness was buzzing in my enlightened ears. This place was quite big, so I needed a place that meant something deep to me. And I knew exactly where to go. I sat myself down on the metal rail and shivered at how cold it was against my skin.
I sat there contemplating the flaws of my 'brilliant' idea. Baltimore was huge. Even if they knew where I was, it would take them a while to get through traffic and such. I dreadfully realized that I would be here for a couple of long hours.
I saw children, mothers, the occasional teenager even passed by. This place was large and a hub for people, but I knew the guys would figure it out sooner or later. This was my home as a kid, not literally, but when I needed a place that was very loud and chaotic, that I could find inner peace, I came here.
I fought as hard as I could not to fall asleep, because if I did, bad things could happen. My mind was slowly drifting when my phone buzzed in my pocket. It was Rian asking how I was doing. He also mentioned that the guys had taken the challenge willingly, but they didn't exchange the fondest of words. I tremendously had ruined a band/friendship/bond. My stomach lurched in pain.
It had been about 2 and a half hours since my placement, and no sign of the three musketeers. Rian's number popped up on my phone again, and I answered it with confusion.
"Rian? Whats up?"
"Hey, uh, need any company?" Rian asked, slightly embarrassed.
"Hell yes I would! I love this place but it's so boring!" I said enthusiastically.
Rian was on his way when it happened.
The noise was piercing and distinctive. I automatically defined it as a gunshot. The shot set off screams and terror everywhere, and cries of fear in everyone. Instead of running, my first instinct was to hide. I slid under the metal roofing and froze. The screams were still roaring, but I was sure it was too late to run. I was too scared to cry, or to even move.
Sirens were screaming in my bloodshot ears, and the chaos hadn't let up one bit. I finally gained up enough energy to peak up from under my hiding place.
Thats where I saw him. He had to be about 6'4" and he was built like a football player. This man, all dressed in black, was the holder of the gun. He was just standing there, doing nothing. I was starting to worry, he was only 20 feet from me.
By now the chaos has calmed because half the people were safely away from the situation. But since I was trapped, I was stuck there until the tall man did something. Police hadn't exactly done anything yet.
Another disturbing noise lit up the area. The second gunshot shocked the nearby people, and shook me deeply. I was blank, and there was no sign of improvement.
My entire life didn't necessarily fly through my eyes, just the best moments. My first kiss, my senior prom, almost everything involving my mother and more. But the most vivid and joyful thoughts were those of the last few days.
Suddenly, I was abruptly awakened. I wasn't alone. Two hands appeared out of nowhere and gripped me tightly, one on my shoulder and the other concealing my screams.
"Grace, come with me and please don't scream." the person whispered. My entire body was distraught with fear, but I nodded anyways. I could fee the tears welling up and boiling over. Without letting me get a glimpse of who the person was, they turned me around and slowly led me out. They finally released my mouth, but not my shoulder.
Escaping the hiding spot took some skill, and silence. We had no idea what the gunman was doing, but we couldn't have him aware of our presence. Mine, and the stranger's life depended on it. We climbed and climbed on through the maze, and I was still unknowing of who was saving my life.
Once we were out of the maze, there was one last problem. The large opening that put us between death and safety stopped me in my tracks.
"Run, Grace, run." the person whispered in my ear. Without out even looking back, I jolted. I never knew I had this kind of energy inside of me, but I harnessed it and used it to get me out of this danger.
There was only 15 feet in front of me until the wooden barrier ended, but I was starting to get tired. I pushed and pushed myself until I finally jumped over. I hit the ground with a thud. My body was completely unmoving due to the anxiety. But all I knew was, I wasn't in line of fire anymore.
But where was the person who saved my ass? I frantically looked everywhere around me, but there wasn't anyone there. I forced my legs to work, and lifted myself off the ground. Though my knees were still shaking, I stood and attempted to stable myself. I peered over the wooden fence to find my stranger.
Arms came from behind me and spun me around. I was pleasantly greeted by my stranger as he pulled me into a tight hug. I kept my face against his chest and just let out my tears. I was finally out of danger.
I still didn't know who my rescuer was. I tilted my head up slightly before melting completely. I knew it would be him.
I was suddenly moving, moving away from the area. I was being pulled into safety. The wind was beginning to make me shiver, so I held him tighter. My face was hidden in his chest when I was swiftly sitting. I peered up to see Rian on his way to us, his face in complete terror.
"Grace! Oh my god are you OK?" he said with alarm in his eyes.
I could hardly say anything, so I just nodded and buried myself deeper in Jack's arms.
(A/N Remember! There is an epilogue included!)
