Chapter 15
Jude could not believe that Darius did that for them. It made her think about what was truly important in life. Could she really live life without Tommy? She needed him now more than anything but she could not risk him getting killed.
Tommy: Jude…..
Tommy did
not know what to say. I mean where would this leave them? Was she
going to go back to Mike or would she be with him? Tommy's mind was
racing just like Jude's was. Neither knew what the future had in
store for them and neither wanted to wait to find out. Tommy pulled
Jude into a passionate kiss. Neither wanted to break apart but when
the need for air became too much to handle they did.
Jude:
Tommy I want to be with you, I really do, but Mike.
Tommy: We will
get through this together. Don't worry I wont let him hurt you or
Chris.
Jude: If I do this we will have to leave Toronto and change
identities.
Tommy: For you I will do it, all of it. I just want us
to be a family.
Jude: Then let's go.
Tommy and Jude kissed
one more time before making their way back to the resort to pack
their belongings. Once they were packed they took Darius' private
jet back home. It felt awkward being on it without him there. Neither
talked the whole way there. Even though Jude could not remember
Darius that entirely well she felt like he was a major person in her
life and it pained her to know that she would never know.
Jude:
Tommy I think we should find a place to go fast.
Tommy: I think I
have the perfect place.
Jude: Really where?
Tommy: Well my
family has this house in Florida. They bought it as a summer vacation
spot but I am sure I can convince them to let us use it.
Jude: It
sounds perfect.
Tommy and Jude went home and started to pack up a few of Tommy's things and some of Chris's stuff. They only packed what they would need and would get everything else later on. When they were done they went to Sadie's place to tell her what was going on. They decided that Sadie should come too just in case. Sadie answered the door and was excited to see Jude.
Sadie:
Good job Tommy you brought our girl home.
Tommy: Yeah I did but
Sadie we need to talk to you. Where is Chris?
Sadie: Taking a nap.
What's going on?
Tommy: Ok. Look Darius is dead.
Sadie: What?
How?
They told her everything that happened while in Hawaii. They even told her how deep Jude was and who Mike really was. Sadie sat there stunned unaware of what to say. She could not believe all of this. It felt like she did not even know her sister. It pained her to know that Jude had another life.
Jude: So since all that
happened and since I chose to stick with Tommy I am a wanted
woman.
Sadie: So what happens now?
Jude: We go into hiding.
Change our name, appearance, and location. Sadie I want you to come
too.
Sadie: Why?
Jude: I would feel happier knowing you were
safe.
Sadie: Ok.
Jude: Good. Now only pack the essentials the
rest you will have to leave behind.
Sadie nodded her head and went to start packing. Jude felt awful having to put everyone through this. This was her fight not theirs. Was she truly making the right decision? She went to talk to Sadie to make sure she was going to be okay with this. I mean I am asking her to give up her whole life to move because of the stupid decisions that I made.
Jude: Sadie
are you going to be ok with this?
Sadie: I mean it sucks that I am
giving up my life here but if it is for my safety then I will adjust.
I am just glad you are back. You are back aren't you?
Jude: Yes.
I am not leaving this time. I just feel bad that you all are being
dragged into this mess.
Sadie: Don't. We all love you and would
do anything for you.
Jude: Thanks.
Sadie: What are sisters
for?
Jude felt a little better about the situation. Now she just hoped they could put all this behind them and live a semi normal life. She needed to make a phone call. There was no way she was going to be able to keep them all safe by herself.
Hello.
Jude:
Big Lou I need a favor.
Lou: What is it?
Jude: I need you to
move with me to protect those closest to me.
Lou: You know I will.
When do we leave?
Jude: Two hours. You know the drill.
Lou: See
you in two hours.
With Big Lou there she felt even better about
the situation.
They grabbed all of Sadie's things and woke up Chris so they could get ready to go. They met Big Lou at a rundown diner. She knew no one that would be looking for her would check here. Jude introduced everyone so they could get better acquainted with one another.
Lou: So what the game plan?
Jude: Tommy
and I will drive in one vehicle while Sadie and Chris ride with you.
I have the directions to where we are going.
She handed Big Lou
an envelope.
Tommy: Why are we splitting up?
Jude: Just in
case we are being followed I would feel safer if Sadie and Chris were
with Big Lou. I would feel safer if you were too but I know you would
not allow that.
Tommy: Can he be trusted?
Jude: Why do you
think I am still alive? If it was not for Big Lou I would be dead by
now.
Tommy: Ok I trust you.
Lou: Look I understand. But I will
protect them or die trying.
Jude: Now if everyone agrees I think
we should get going. It's a long drive to Florida.
Sadie: We
will be making stops right?
Jude: Yes Sadie. Everything is in the
envelope that Big Lou has.
Sadie: You really planned this
out.
Jude: You always need to have a plan.
Jude devised this plan while Tommy was packing. She knew they needed to be careful. She got driving directions and pinpointed out their stops. She had it worked out so if they were being followed they could easily lose them. She made sure it was flawless and that it was doable. This was going to be a long drive but she knew that if she wanted that happy life with Tommy and Chris this was what she had to do. Everyone got into their vehicles and began their long journey to Florida.