Fix You
This chapter. This chapter gave me so much trouble I was about ready to rip my hair out. I honestly had no clue on what else to add to it so I decided to just post what I got. I'm not too sure about it but I hope it satisfies you all. The last thing I would want is an unhappy reader. To gain a little more perspective on Ada I suggest listening to Rihanna's, Unfaithful. It played a huge inspiration role for the part. And so it is time for me to thank you all wonderful reviewers for you wonderful words in inspiration. I am close to my goal so I say THANK YOU ALL!
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~Chapter 17
"The subjects name is Charles Lee. He is being held in the U.S Penitentiary. You know what to do" the cold and arrogant voice spoke.
Ada sat on the windowsill of her hotel room, staring out into the city, "Understood. Tell me Paxton, what good will killing Helena Harper do?"
A dark chuckle was heard through the phone. "Oh, I have something much better in mind for her." The line then went dead.
Ada placed her phone aside and sighed deeply. "Story of my life, searching for the right, but it keeps avoiding me. Sorrow in my soul, it seems that wrong really loves my company."
The woman's mind was torn, disheveled. Being a martyr was not something she wanted but it was all she knew. Sadness and guilt swam through her causing quite the predicament for she could not allow herself to soften up now. Not when she had gotten this far but oh how Leon would hate her if he ever learned the truth; the truth of her involvement in informing Helena of her sister's pregnancy after having been instructed to do so by Paxton himself. It had been quite easy; all she had had to do was retrieve the information from the clinic Deborah had attended, hack into NECON's phone lines, then use a voice enhancer to disguise her voice.
How could she do such a thing? When one lives the life of Ada Wong one must be willing to do anything to achieve their goal. Even if meant risking the man one ever truly loved for 15 years. She knew from the very beginning when she took the job what she would have to do. What she would have to face.
She brushed a strand of raven hair behind her ear. "He's more than a man and this is more than love, and to him I just can't be true." She closed her eyes. Perhaps it was time for a change. It was just as the brunette had said. If she truly loved him she would set him free.
Ada felt an ache in her chest. If there was a God in existence only he would know her pain. The vixen looked up to the cloudy sky. Inside her heart was breaking but her smile still remained and tonight she would be his.
XXX- "It's good to hear you're alright, and don't worry about Piers" Leon spoke into his phone. "He will pull through."
"Thanks" Came Chris's voice from the other end. "So is everything okay between you and Helena?"
"Yeah. After taking some time to think things through thoroughly I have decided that nothing will change between us. We have already discussed it." His pace slowed at the silence. "What?"
Chris sighed. "While you were away… she and I had a talk about you and she made a lot of sense… your love for Ada is going to destroy you." Leon sighed. Not this again. Pinching the bridge of his nose, he spoke, "Not you too. Listen Chris-"
"Let me finish" Chris interjected. "Look, I know your personal life is none of my business but as your closest male friend I figure that should count for something." He sighed yet again after the blond remained silent. "This is going to sound crazy but… I think you should be with Helena. "
Leon froze in mid step, taken aback at the sudden words, "What?" He stared ahead, dumbfounded and unable to believe his ears. Chris wanted him to trick Helena into believing he was with her in a relationship? Was such a cruel thing even possible? He couldn't possibly do that, could he, even if it made her happy?
"It might be what you both need" Chris's voice snapped the blond from his thoughts. Leon shook his head. "You want me to pretend to be with her?"
"Who said anything about pretending?" Chris questioned. "If anything it'll help you realize-" the man cut off as another voice sounded in the background. "I got to run, just think about it." The line cut off before the blond could respond.
"Leon?" a sweet feminine voice called. Leon quickly shook off his astonishment and looked back to see Sherry and Jake, the two dressed in casual summer clothing. "It's good to see you" Sherry said as she moved toward him, her white dress flailing behind her. She smiled brightly as she wrapped her arms around him.
The male returned the embrace, careful to avoid hitting her with the grocery bags he had in hand. He looked to the mercenary, bobbing his head in acknowledgement in which the gesture was returned. "What are you doing here?" he questioned as Sherry stepped back.
"We were just enjoying a nice walk" the young blond replied. "What about you?"
"I was just picking up some food for Helena and I. We've been busy with her apartment all morning."
"With or in?" Jake queried, grunting softly as Sherry elbowed his side. Leon stifled a chuckle. "It's not like that. She and I are just really good friends."
"Could've fooled me" Jake commented, grunting again. The blond raised a brow. "What is that supposed to mean?"
"Nothing" Sherry quickly interjected. Leon focused his gaze on Sherry, his eyes drawn to her hand where a silver sterling ring twinkled. Slipping his phone into his pocket, he took a hold of her hand and lifted it up close to gain a better view.
The ring around her finger carried two hearts entwined with Sherry and Jake's names engraved by each heart. It was quite dazzling. Leon raised a brow. "Is this…?"
Sherry chuckled, a light blush coloring her cheeks. "We made a promise to each other. No matter where we are we would always think of the other. I carry a part of him and he carries a part of me."
Leon turned his gaze on Jake, a small smirk on his lips. "I never thought you a soft guy."
"Don't push it hero" Jake huffed. The blond chuckled as he released the young woman's hand. "Good for you. I couldn't be happier."
Sherry smiled brightly as she embraced the male yet again. "I know you're not my father but your blessing means a lot to me Leon." She pecked his cheek and moved back. "We should get moving. It was great seeing you Leon. We should have dinner sometime. Say hello to Helena."
Leon nodded, "Sure. You two be safe." He watched as Sherry passed him, waiting until she was at least three feet away before stepping in front of Jake. "Take care of her Jake. If you hurt her you'll have to answer to me."
Jake kept a straight face as he looked into the man's eyes. "Relax hero. I would never hurt her. She is way too special to let go. Sherry is the only woman I'm willing to catch when she falls." With a quick bob of the head, the mercenary walked past the blond.
Leon turned his head back, watching them retreat as his mind replayed Jake's final words; the only woman willing to catch when she suddenly found himself thinking of the brunette. Helena was the something the blond could rely on and truth be told, she was the one person he was willing to catch.
Looking up to the jewelry store he stood in front of, Leon exhaled and entered.
XXX- Sitting in the most extravagant restaurant in the city, eating an exquisite dinner and drinking fine wine was the pair of Leon and Helena.
The brunette wore a complementing curve hugging snazzy black dress, cut down low the front parading quite the amount of cleavage. She was sparkling, shining bright like a remarkable diamond. The blond wore a slimming dark button suit with complementing trousers complete with a sport coat, gloves, a red tie and white scarf. His black single white stripped fedora rested comfortably a top his head making him look stunning, divine, hot for the lack of a better word.
The two smiled at one another as they enjoyed their fine dining of creole roasted duck hash en roulette. Taking a bite, Helena moaned in pleasure. "This is delicious. What's the occasion?" She looked to the blond who stared back with warm eyes and a dashing smile. "No occasion. Well, that's not entirely true."
Leon reached into the breast pocket of his coat, retrieving a small box. "I wanted to give you this" he spoke as he opened said box to reveal two gold necklaces of their names written in cursive. Helena raised a brow. "What's this?"
The blond stood and moved behind the brunette, slipping on the necklace of his name around her neck. "We'll always have a part of each other this way. I'll always be with you and you'll always be with me" he said as he slipped on the necklace of her name around his neck. "I know it's corny but-"
"No! No! It's very sweet of you Leon. Thank you." Helena pulled him close and placed a kiss on his cheek. Leon took her hand and placed a kiss upon it. "You're my best friend Helena. And I can honestly say I can't go a day without seeing you. The week we didn't speak was the longest loneliest week of my life." He gently pulled her out of her seat. "Now come on, we're going to be late."
"Late? For what?"
XXX- "What are we doing at the park?" Helena questioned as she stepped out of the SUV. Leon took hold of her hand, "You'll see." He smiled and pulled her along. The brunette caught sight of a few couples walking hand in hand. Could they be heading in the same direction?
Walking past the fountains, Helena smiled as happy memories flashed across her mind; Leon spinning her around as the water soaked them both… The sweet little boy chasing after her with Leon trailing behind… It had been such a great afternoon.
The two walked into a field of grass where a large screen awaited. A flock of people whether it be families or couples seated themselves through the arena. To the side, carts of food, drinks and snacks were all single filed, open for business.
"Movies in the park" Helena spoke. She looked to the male with a smile. Leon chuckled softly. "I have a special seat reserved for us. Just up that small hill." He directed the woman's gaze up a hill where a willow tree sat.
A plump, dark and bald security guard stood underneath. He smiled upon seeing the two approaching, "Good to see you Leon." Leon placed a few bills into the man's hands. "Thanks a lot Phil." The man chuckled, "Anytime. You folks enjoy yourselves." With a courteous nod he left.
"After you" Leon said as he helped Helena down onto the blanket that Phil had laid out. "Thank you" Helena smiled. Once the blond had settled himself up against the tree, the brunette leaned against him. He cleared his throat. "Earlier you said your mind was disarrayed with scrambled puzzle pieces of your thoughts that you couldn't put together, how did you... well..."
Helena chuckled. "When Ada set foot in my apartment, I was just... so angry. I was letting it get the best of me and how could I not? I was alone and incomplete." She paused. "That same night... my soul awoke. I can't explain it but I just woke up. I was so fed up with everything, so I just stood up and held my ground. I faced my demons and broke free of my cage."
"That's quite inspiring Helena" The blond said. "I should do the same. Although it sounds easier said than done."
"Thank you." The brunette's eyes immediately went to the screen as the film began.
Leon wrapped his arms around her mid-section, his stomach fluttering and heart beat picking up. He kept his eyes on the woman. She was so easy to be with, so easy to talk to. She understood him. It was crazy how natural this all seemed to feel.
A soft smooth melody began to play in the film. Couples down the hill stood and began to dance. Smiling, the blond stood and held out his hand. "Let's dance." It was quite unlike him to do something as this but Helena had become his exception, not his rule.
He pulled the brunette up and held her close, their bodies pressing against one another. Leon found himself loving the way their bodies fit together, the chemistry flowing through; in a way it was magical.
Helena smiled, "I didn't know you danced." Leon began to lead the slow dance, his hand on her waist. "I only dance when the occasion calls for it." The brunette chuckled. "This whole evening has just been… enchanting." She giggled as the blond spun her around, bringing her back close.
"I'm glad you decided to join me tonight" he said. Helena placed her head on his chest. "I wouldn't have missed this for the world." She looked up with a warm smile. "What do you want in life?"
Leon took a moment to think, "To show the side of me, the real me, a side that I have never entirely shown anyone. I want to do it without fear, fear that they'll turn and run."
Helena coiled her hands around his neck. "I didn't run." The blond gave a warm smile and leaned close, lips inches away from hers and groaned as his phone rang. He retrieved the device and sighed upon the name on the screen.
The brunette chuckled, "The timing on that woman. At least take me home first."
That's it for now. Lemme know your thoughts on this chapter. Sorry it's short, I'm posting this after finishing from a long day of babysitting.