Summary for chapter two: Chris shoots Jennifer in cold blood.

Author's note: In the first half of the chapter, Jennifer will talk about how she was sexually abused by her parents when she was a child. I'm also tackling the issue of incest in my story. If I offend anyone in anyway possible, I do apologize.

Date: June 22, 2005

Chapter two

September 21, 2004

Two whole weeks have gone by and Jennifer hadn't heard from Chris. She didn't know if this was a good sign or not. As she walked towards Vince's office, nagging thoughts ran through her head. All she could think about is how she's gonna divorce Chris without any problems.

She took a deep breath by the time she got there. Regaining her composure, she knocked on the door.

"Come in," a gruff voice yelled.

She walked inside, only to find Vince talking on the phone, apparently speaking to his wife. Jennifer took a seat on the sofa and watched as he continued talking.

"Yes, honey. I'm just worried about her. I agree she needs all the support in the world right now. I'll call you later, okay? I love you, honey," Vince said before he hung up the phone.

When he turned around, he saw Jennifer sitting on the sofa. He immediately smiled.

"What can I do for you, little one?" he asked as he took the seat next to her.

Jennifer looked at him. "Dad, I really need you in my life right now. You know I'm going through my divorce."

"Yes, I know. It's for the best, anyway. Lord knows what would've happened if the police hadn't come to your rescue. Then what will I do without my 'baby?'" Vince said as he laid his chin on her head.

She cried softly. Vince had been so good to her in the last six years. Realizing this, she knew she could trust him. Slowly, she lifted her head and stared at him.

"What's wrong, Jen? Something you need to tell me?" Vince asked, a concerned look on his face.

"I never told anyone about my past, but, for some reason, I trust you. I came from an abusive household. For many years, I had to endure my father's drinking, my mother calling me vile names and them beating me up.

When I was ten years old, my father barged in my room, drunk as usual..."

Flashback

"Jennifer, where in the blue fucking hell have you been all this time!" her father yelled, his voice slurred.

She hid under in the covers in her bed. She didn't wanna deal with him right now, especially since he's drunk. Why tonight of all nights would he want to bother her?

"Answer me, you little bitch!" he yelled again.

When she didn't, he stumbled to her side of the bed and yanked the covers away from her body. Then he grabbed her by the arms and pulled her up so she could look at him.

"When I ask you a question, I expect an answer from you! Do I make myself clear?" he screamed in her face.

All she could do was nod her head in agreement. She closed her eyes and cried in secret.

"Now, where in the blue hell have you been all this time?" her father asked again.

Jennifer opened her eyes and looked at him. "I was in here. In my room. Like you told me to."

"Why didn't you answer the door when I rang the doorbell?" her father ranted.

"You told me not to answer the door for anyone, not even you and mom. Besides, you have the key," she said.

He slapped her so hard across her face, causing her to fall on the bed. She rubbed her cheek with her hand and began to cry again.

"Don't you ever get sassy with me, you little bitch! I'll beat the living shit out of you!" her father yelled.

She closed her eyes, trying her hardest to block her tears. But, it was too late. He saw it all. He grabbed her by the arm again and pulled her out of the bed.

"I can't believe my daughter is a cry baby! Grow up for once!" he yelled before he slapped her across the face again.

Then, to her shock, he threw her down on the carpet floor. She tried to get away but he grabbed her by the ankle and dragged her back towards him.

"Take off your clothes," her father demanded.

Jennifer was shocked at the words he said. When she didn't do what he asked, her father reached down and ripped her clothes off. She was stunned of what he did.

Afterward, he ripped off his own clothes and grabbed her roughly.

"You better not tell anyone what happened here. If I find out you said something, I'll kill you! Do you understand me, you little slut?" he scorned.

She only nodded. Then he threw her across the bed. She buried her face in the mattress when he roughly slid inside of her. All she could think about is how she's gonna be able to go on...

End Flashback

"...and he raped me right there and then. I didn't think my father would be that kind of man to hurt his own child. I couldn't tell my mother because she hated me, too. As a matter of fact, she raped me too..."

New Flashback

"Jennifer, get your ass in here! Right now!" her mother yelled from the kitchen.

She hid in the hallway closet, trying not to be seen by her. It was too much for her to take. Ever since her father raped her three weeks ago, Jennifer tried her best to avoid him.

She heard footsteps on the other side of the door. She stopped breathing for a moment, hoping her mother wouldn't hear her. Jennifer didn't wanna deal with her right now.

Suddenly, the door opened abruptly. She hid herself in the corner and began to cry. She knew her mother had a short fuse. She knew her mother was gonna snap at any time.

"I thought I told you to get your ass in the kitchen! Now you're gonna get it!" her mother yelled before she grabbed her by the hair and dragged her out of the closet.

Kicking and screaming, Jennifer tried to get away from her mother, but to no avail. Just like her father, her mother was too strong. She dragged her all the way to the living room and threw her on the sofa.

"Now I'm gonna teach you how not to mess with me, you little tramp!" her mother yelled before she lunged forward and attacked Jennifer.

She tried to get away but her mother held her down tightly. She went so far than to have to grab a pillow and shoved it over her face. Jennifer tried to breathe but her mother put so much pressure on her face.

Things took a turn for the worst when her mother reached down and yanked down her panties. Jennifer was shocked when she did this and tried to run away, but she held her down even harder.

"No, mom! You can't do this!" Jennifer yelled, tears falling from her eyes.

"Shut the fuck up or I'll kill you. Understand?" her mother shoved her fingers inside her swollen opening.

She could only cry as her mother had her way with her. Deep down inside, she hoped and prayed to find a miracle...

End new Flashback

"...and they kept on doing this to me, until the police and the state came to my rescue. To this day, my parents hates me to death. Hell, I believe they paid Chris to marry me!" Jennifer exclaimed as she cried her eyes out.

Vince just held her in his arms, letting the tears fall from his own eyes. His heart went out to her. No wonder she hasn't been happy all her life.

"Why don't you go and take the rest of the day off, little one? Everything will be taken care of here," Vince suggested as he stood up.

"Are you sure? I think I'm able to stick around," she said with a small smile.

He escorted her to the door. "Don't you worry about a thing. We can all manage just fine without you. Go on back to your hotel room and get some sleep. I'll call you later."

Jennifer reached over and kissed him on his cheek before she walked away. Vince just stood at the door and watched his 'daughter' leave. His heart ached because he knew she was still hurting. He's gonna do whatever it takes to protect his 'child.'

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With a smile on her face, Jennifer took the elevator up to her hotel room. After telling Vince about her past, she felt so much better in a long time. Talking about it was easier than she thought.

She got out of the elevator and walked towards to her room, whistling along the way. She pulled out her key card and slid in through the door before she walked inside.

There, she was shocked to see Chris sitting on the bed, smoking a cigarette. Immediately, her body began to tense up at the sight of her soon-to-be-ex-husband.

"What are you doing here, Chris? I thought I told you I didn't wanna be with you anymore," Jennifer said coolly, even though her voice was cracking up.

He didn't say anything. He just stood up, pointing the gun directly at her.

"What the hell are you doing, Chris? Put that down!" Jennifer cried.

Chris just pulled the trigger and shot her in cold blood.

Oh, man! He went too far! Anyway, please review!

Preview for Chapter three:

"Please, Jennifer. Don't die!" Hunter cried. Tears fell from his eyes. He couldn't believe her husband would do this.

Suddenly, he saw her opening her eyes. Jennifer looked at him and saw how emotional he was.

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