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Chapter 60
Sara felt shaky after her encounter with her capturer. She paced up and down front of the door of police station with her arms in her sides trying to regain her composure. Four security guards joined the group and prepared to lead them to the car. Erin and Alex were reluctantly busy handing out autographs to a group of cops even though Erin looked like she was about to burst out in tears again. "God... can they give her a break!" said Sara looking annoyed. A group of cops and their own personal security guards led them out through a growing group of paps who were all screaming simultaneously at them. Erin walked fast ignoring them completely. Sara had her healthy arm, palm forward out in front of her and looked down as she made her way through the crowd. An overzealous pap jumped right in front of her and shoved his camera in her face. He touched her shoulder to get her attention. Emy lost her cool completely and shoved the bearded man with the camera back hard using both her hands. "Get away from her! Get the fuck away!" she screamed looking mad! "Just doing my job sweetheart. You dykes are quite protective of each other. Which one are you? Let me know when you're ready to be converted." he said taunting her. Emy's face went red and she lurched forward to punch him in the face. This of course got a massive reaction out of the other photographers. Sara and one of the guards grabbed her from behind just in time. "Em... let it go, he's just trying to get a reaction out of you! Don't give him what he wants. I'm okay, calm down" said Sara and took Emy's hand to lead her towards the car. Sara and Emy got into one of the cars and Alex and Erin into the other.
Emy still looked upset and she was breathing fast. "What was that all about?" asked Sara. "You can't let these dicks get to you like that". Emy looked embarrassed. "I forgot how to deal with all this... I'm sorry, I'm not used to people shoving cameras in my girlfriends face and making homophobic comments any more. Maybe I just can't remember but..." Emy got cut off by Sara. "It's like a hundred times worse now than it was when we were together years ago... I know this must be difficult for you Em... You didn't sign up for this" said Sara and looked out of the window. Emy stared at her for a minute. She gently put her palm on Sara's cheek and turned her head towards her. "I signed up for everything about you Sara... good and bad. And you can be sure that if some asshole gets up in my girl's face I'm gonna kick his ass into next Tuesday... well I'm gonna try" Emy laughed and that made Sara giggle too. Emy put her other palm on Sara's cheek and leaned forward. She stopped a few inches away from Sara's face. "Are you okay Sar?" she asked softly. Sara bit her bottom lip and her chin started quivering, she didn't answer. Emy looked at the face in her hands. Sara looked vulnerable, a look that Emy wasn't used to seeing in her girlfriend who is usually so strong. Sara's eyes started filling with tears again. "Don't cry Sara... it's not worth it... It's over. She's never going to hurt you again, I promise" said Emy softly and pulled Sara to her chest. She held her tight and felt Sara's shivers under her hands. "I'm right here baby. Right here. Everything's okay" Emy whispered and kissed Sara's head.
"I need a drink" said Erin walking into the living room where Tegan was still lying on the couch on an IV. Tegan sat up quickly and felt a wave of dizzyness come over her. Kate eyed her with a concerned expression. Tegan closed her eyes and took a deep breath. "Everything go okay?" she asked. "Well... it's her that's for sure" said Erin sitting down. Sara and Emy walked in "Fuck... that sucked" said Sara as she plonked down next to her sister. "I'm sorry you guys had to go through this... are you okay?" said Tegan sincerely. "Yeah... It's over... I'll tell you about it later but right now I really don't want to talk about it" said Sara and closed her eyes. Sonia put her arms around Sara's neck from behind the couch and gave her a hug. "Proud of you sweetie" she said. Alex poured Lindsey and Tegan some juice and everyone else a glass of red wine. "How are you feeling Teetee?" asked Sara. "I'm okay... better" said Tegan trying to sound convincing. Sara looked at Kate for confirmation. Kate smiled half heartedly. "She's okay Sara, but Tegan, I want you resting for the next day or two. Proper rest, in bed! And I think that goes for you and Erin too Sara. Neither one of you have a squeeky clean bill of health yet and you've had a crazy few days." Nobody seemed to disagree too much with Kate's orders. They all felt exhausted after the last few day's events.
After dinner Tegan said goodnight and got up to go to bed. She barely made it to the door before having to cling to the wall for support. "Dammit, I'm so sick of being sick" she exclaimed. "You're doing well Tegan, it's just gonna take some time, hang in there and try and take it easy" said Kate. "It just feels as if I'm not getting anywhere... I'm so fucking frustrated" sighed Tegan. "Hey Tee, let's jam tomorrow if you're up to it. I think you need your guitar." said Sara. She looked down at her hand, "I'll try my best with this cast... Or I'll just play the bongos" Sara laughed. "Yeah! I'd love that, I really do miss it" smiled Tegan. The mere mention of music changed her mood instantly. "What did I say about rest?!" said Kate. Tegan made a puppy dog face. "Oh alright, maybe a little bit" said Kate. Alex swooped Tegan up in his arms and carried her down to the pool house. "Let's get you to bed kiddo" he said. "Thanks for the lift buddy" smiled Tegan. "I'm organizing you a golf cart tomorrow so you can get around better" said Alex. "But the golf cart won't be as handsome as you. Am I getting too heavy for you?" joked Tegan. "You wish, let's not forget I'm an action hero" said Alex winking. "Three letters Al, CGI" laughed Tegan. Alex rolled his eyes and smiled. "Thank you for taking care of me as always, you're a great friend Alex" said Tegan as he gently put her down on her bed. "No problem Tee. Get some rest I want to see you well soon. Sweet dreams" said Alex before giving Tegan a kiss on the forehead.
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