Authors Notes: I'M BACK! I am soooooooooooo sorry about the long wait! My first year of college just wrapped up and finals were craaaaazy! But i'm done and the ideas are just rolling and flowing through my head like crazy so i will be updating frequently again! I hope everyone who was reading this story before continues to read! I loooove this story! It's my baby and means a lot to me, so please read and review and let me know what you think. We still have a ways to go! This chapter is split into both POV's again. Things are starting to get serious! Thank you to everyone who has reviewed, it means so much to me to know people are enjoying it. Enjoy!
Chapter 14
Mmmm so warm. I nuzzle my head further into my pillow. Oh wait that's not a pillow, that's Reno! I open my eyes and instantly want to close them again, its way too bright. We must have slept late, and sure enough I look at the clock and its one o'clock in the afternoon. "Reno." I say his name quietly; I don't want to scare him awake. He looks so sweet and peaceful. "Reno." I shake him a little this time and he opens his eyes slightly.
"Ugh…too early, go back to sleep." Too early my ass! I bite down on his nipple lightly and he jumps.
"Ouch I'm awake I'm awake." I laugh and snuggle into his chest. "It's late Reno we should get up." He turns his head to look at the clock. "Wow, it is late. Sorry babe I didn't mean to tire you out so much." I slap his arm and he just chuckles. We take a shower together and get ourselves dressed. I can't get enough of seeing him naked, he's gorgeous.
"So what are you doing today?" I try to keep the anxiousness out of my voice; I want him to say he'll be spending it with me again. I keep trying to deny how strongly I feel about him, that I feel something with him that I've never felt with anyone else. I don't want to think that way though, I'm sure this isn't a big deal to him, I'm probably just a temporary fixation. Don't fall in love with a man like Reno.
"Spending the day with you of course. You can't get rid of me that easily babe." I'd never dream of it. I smile warmly and wrap my arms around him before I even realize I'm doing it. Am I really this attached? He chuckles and squeezes me back. "Did you really think I was just gonna take off today? You know the main reason I'm so happy about getting the week off is because I get to spend a lot of time with you." I feel tears pricking at my eyes, what the fuck is going on with me! Why am I about to cry over something he said that's not even all that touching? I've got it bad.
I clear my throat and step away from him. "Well what do you want to do today then?" He cocks his head to the side, obviously thinking. I can almost see the light bulb turn on above his head.
"Let's just go to my apartment and spend the day in! We could watch movies and get some food delivered and…well you know." I giggle and elbow him in the stomach playfully.
"That sounds like a great idea Reno." He presses his lips to mine and traces my bottom lip with his tongue but pulls away before I have time to respond. I pout my bottom lip out and he just chuckles at me.
"Lets get going then babe!"
The drive over to Reno's is quick as always and I'm already seated comfortably on the large leather couch. Reno for some reason seems a little on edge. "Did you notice a car following us?" His voice sounds different, his tone, even the way he's standing is different.
"Umm…I don't think so." I didn't notice anything honestly. I suppose I'm not exactly the most observant person but at the same time I've always been a bit paranoid so a car following might trigger an alarm in my head. Reno is pacing rather erratically; he's looking out the window then through the peep hole in the door.
"What about last night? Did you notice anyone at the bar that seemed out of place or just sorta off?" The way he's interrogating me is starting to make me worry.
"Reno what's going on?" I don't know why I feel the need to whisper but I am. He runs a hand through his hair and lets out a sigh. He opens his mouth to answer me then stops suddenly, his eyes widen and he walks toward the door, EMR in hand. Now I'm really worried. He looks through the peep hole and he seems to relax a little as he swings open the door.
Rude is standing in the doorway and quickly pushes inside, slamming the door behind him. The two of them are whispering in harsh tones. I'm feeling left out of the loop, something is obviously wrong. "What the fuck is going on!" I walk over to them and keep my eyes focused on Reno. I'm frightened and anxious. Reno's eyes flash to Rude then back to mine when he nods.
"Someone has been following me. I should've been more observant last night, I have a feeling this creep was at the bar." A man at the bar? Following Reno? I'm beyond confused, I have so many questions.
"But why?" They both look at me like I'm crazy. My minds racing for an answer but I just don't get it.
"I'm a Turk Evelyn. There are a lot of people who want to hurt me at the very least. I've done a lot of damage to people." It was true, but I didn't think of Reno that way, not my Reno. But he was in truth…a murderer. He had murdered a lot of people, innocent people. He had taken part in turning our world into a none too pleasant place.
"A…Are you sure someone is following you?" My voice comes out sounding more pathetic than I intended, I'm scared.
"I'm positive." Rude speaks up as well.
"I noticed someone lurking around the building; we're trained to take in the smallest details. There is definitely someone here." They both sound so calm, I can't stand it, I'm freaking out and I don't even know if this person is dangerous or not. What are we supposed to do?
"Definitely a male, no one particularly stood out last night, most that I saw were regulars in the bar. What could their motive be?" They are talking as if I'm not really here. This is the first time I've seen this side of Reno, and his career seems to be a very large part of his life. How often has he been in danger, are we really in danger now? Everything is a little overwhelming and I make a move towards the couch to sit down but am immediately halted by a tug on my arm.
"Don't go near the windows, we don't know if he's armed or not." Reno's voice is stern but obviously full of concern. Armed! This man could have a gun! If I was worried before I am petrified now. What would I do if someone were to hurt Reno? Just the thought of it makes my heart sink and tears well up. Admit it…you love him.
"I already contacted Tseng, he and Elena are on there way over here to patrol the area and see if they can't find out what the guy wants." Again Rude's voice is calm, almost casual. Reno nods his head and wraps an arm protectively around me.
"Don't worry Evie, I wont let anyone hurt you." He whispers it in my ear and I believe him, sincerity rings out in his voice. He kisses me on the temple and pulls away to stand near the doorway again. I'm safe.
The minutes tick by like hours. I'm in full on Turk mode. The adrenaline pulsing through my veins makes everything seem to move in slow motion, makes every sound louder. Usually I wouldn't be this concerned about one measly man following me, it wouldn't be the first time, but this time its different, this time Evelyn is here, and that changes everything. If this guy was at the bar last night then he would've noticed the special attention I paid to Evie, the way I spoke to her hell even the way I looked at her, he would've seen me lead her up the stairs and into her bedroom, he may have even been outside the damn room. And that makes this situation a hell of a lot different than any other I've been in, if he's dangerous he could use her against me, he could hurt her. And it would be my fault, my fault for being unobservant and careless. Maybe he'd been following for longer than just today, my life had changed so drastically since Evie entered my life that I may have not even noticed a dangerous man following me. I have been so infatuated and absorbed in my little world with Evie that it could very well have been overlooked. This is why Turks didn't get this involved with people, it puts them in danger. If someone were to hurt her…I wouldn't know what to do. What is this feeling?
As the hours pass I keep myself focused and quiet, Evie stays seated on the floor near Rude and I. No signs of movement or sound have been detected by either of us. I could be an impatient pain in the ass but in situations like this I knew to keep my composure. Rude suddenly flips open his phone then shuts it just as quickly. "Tseng and Elena are on their way up." Evie stands when we open the door for the other two Turks to enter.
"A man, I'd guess he's around thirty but he was wearing a mask so we couldn't exactly make out any distinguishing features. Dark baggy long-sleeved clothing, so if he has any tattoos or scars that make him stand out we couldn't tell. He seemed to be around 5'11, 160 pounds. He had a very common black four door car, the plates were covered up. He left about an hour ago but we'll continue to keep watch tonight." Fuck this guy! He knew we'd be watching him, that's why he took measures to cover up his identity.
"Alright, keep in contact with us." They both nod and again make there way out. I don't know if I'm more worried about this now than I was before. Could he really be that dangerous if he's working alone? Could just be some random crazy guy pissed that I'm a Turk.
"Reno I'll camp out in the hall tonight, keep an eye out. I think it would be best for Evelyn to stay here for the night, until we're sure this guys not coming back." I agree with Rude and Evie looks pretty freaked out so I don't think she'll mind staying here. After Rude leaves I make sure to lock the door and windows, I check every room to make sure no one could've gotten in. Evie trails behind me, her hand never leaves mine.
"Ok babe, I think the place is clear." She just nods her head.
"Are you ok?" No real danger has been presented today, this man might not even pose a threat at all, but I guess Evie doesn't know that.
"I'm just really scared of…something happening to you." She sounds like she might cry. The emotion in her voice…I know it, I feel it too. When did this get so damn complicated? I lead her into the bedroom and toss an oversized shirt at her. She changes into it quickly and I pull on some sweat pants.
I pat the bed for her to sit down beside me. What should I say? I exhale loudly and run a hand through my hair. "Evie…this is my job, I'm good at it. I've been hurt in the past but that's just how it is, I'm used to it. I'm not gonna get myself killed so there's no point in you worrying your pretty little head about it." Her face scrunches up and she rolls her eyes.
"Weren't you worried about me earlier?" Of course I was worried about her! I still am, I'm scared someone could use her against me.
"Yes, but its different." She scoffs and turns to face me.
"It's not any different Reno! I can take care of myself. I care about you and I have every right to worry about you." Why does she sound pissed off? I don't want her to care this much…I don't want her to get hurt. I don't want to hurt her, I don't want to feel this much. Where is all this headed?
Again I push everything to the back of my mind. I lean forward and pull her into my arms. I press my lips to hers and pour all the doubt and frustration and confusion and passion and…don't say it, I pour it all into this kiss and soon we're headed somewhere familiar. Soon we're just a mess of tangled limbs and I'm happy, I'm content, because this is something I know, this is comfortable. But with her its something more, something foreign, and I don't know how long I can keep this feeling hidden. Don't say it, don't feel it, don't admit it…it can't be love.