Fallen
#6
I had only spent an hour at Veronica's office. We needed to make sure to avoid as much suspicion as possible. If someone asked what I was doing at that office I could easily answer it, but if they were to ask why I was spending long hours there I'd be found out for sure. In the hour I had spent there I was filled in on the key things that I had not learned from Jen. This thing went way deeper then I had ever imagined it to. I mean the whole Lincoln situation was stressful enough, but add the whole Terrance Steadman is alive thing! It's unbelievable.
I said good-bye to Nick and L.J, ensuring them that I would be back. Veronica was walking me out of the building when she pulled me aside. "I didn't want to say anything around Nick and L.J. I know that the last thing you want to talk about now is Michael, it didn't feel fair to bring it up around them." She said leaning against the wall. "I appreciate your consideration, I really do. But, I'm not going to discuss the subject with you either." I informed my sister as politely as possible. "Cali, there are some things you need to know." Veronica began. "Veronica, I'm sorry but Scofield is not on my mind 24/7 like you would like to believe. I don't want to hear about him not understanding why I left, or whatever. As far as I'm concerned he is just making this whole thing harder on Lincoln. Not only does he have to worry about you and L.J. he has to worry about his little brother becoming someone's bitch." I spat bitterly. Veronica let out a frusterated sigh before continuing. "Cal, just listen, please! Michael is planning something in there, I know it. He won't tell me what it is, he just says "I'm doing what I have to do." If there is anyone who can get it out of him it's you, and if he won't give you anything Lincoln will. You're the only person who can see through Lincoln's lies, the same way that he can see through yours." Veronica was begging, she never begs. She'd much rather argue with you until your ears bleed than beg for something. She was desperate, her eyes were filled with desperation. "I'm not making any promises, and I'll go for Linc first. Scofield is a last resort only." I replied strictly. She smiled that smile that I hated. The one that says " Gotcha sucker!". "Thank you" she said giving me a hug. I rolled my eyes and we made our way toward the exit.
Once we got outside I turned to her. " Ms. Donovan, thank you for your time. It was a pleasure meeting you." I extended my hand, which she took and squeezed tightly. "Likewise, if you have any more questions feel free to call or stop by." And with that, we parted.