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Cynthia went with the dazzling officer to the station after her shift. She sat it the tiny room where most suspects were questioned. The walls were painted a sad gray and the windows were closed with bars. It was dirty and cold. The only thing that sparkled or seamed out of place was the mirror. The mirror almost cover an entire wall. Cynthia knew though it wasn't really a mirror. She knew it was where the other police watched. Engaged with her thoughts, Cynthia didn't noticed the officer walk in the room.
"Hello again." He grinned at her.
"Hi." Cynthia couldn't help but blush.
"Let me introduce myself properly. My name in Robert." He said as he sat down next to Cynthia.
"Robert, that is a nice name."Cynthia blushed some more, feeling like she was a school girl again.
"Thank you." Robert smiled a little. " Cynthia I have some questions for you about the last incident with Keefe."
"I don't really know much about the attack on Keefe the last time but I'll try to help." Cynthia grabbed the glass of water that was offered to her earlier. Taking two sips she placed it back down.
"Well what do you know?" Robert said not taking his eyes off her.
"My friend and coworker, Lisa, was sort of held hostage on a plane by some guy. He was involved with the threat against Keefe the last time."
"Did Lisa ever tell you his name?" Robert cut in.
"I don't think so. I mean its been over seven months and Lisa hasn't talked about it since." Trying to think back she fell silent.
"Please continue." Robert urged her to go on.
"The guy wanted Lisa to call me and have the room that Keefe was in switched. She did as he said because he threaten to have her dad murdered. If I was her at the time I think I would have just crumbled apart. That is just too demanding on a person to choose between two lives. I mean could any one make that kind of decision. I understand her father would be..."
Robert grabbed Cynthia's hand to calm her down. "Cynthia, I need you to get back to what happened." Cynthia couldn't really think, she was too happy to have him hold her hand. A warm smile came across her face as she looked into his eyes. His eyes were a hazel brown. They were a beautiful mix of brown and green. "You have beautiful eyes."
"Thank you." Returning her smile.
"Do you want to go out sometime?" Wow! I actually asked a guy out. Lisa will be so proud of me. Wait till she sees him. He is so cute! Oh my god! Lisa, never called.
"I would love to. How about tomorrow night, around six?" Robert said as he noticed Cynthia's face change into worry. "Is everything alright?"
"Yeah, Its just that I never heard back from Lisa. Would it be ok if we too a break and I call her? I just want to make sure everything is alright."
"Sure. I'll be back in five minutes." He said as he stood and walked out.
Cynthia pulled out her cell and dialed Lisa's number. "Please pick up."
"Hi this is Lisa. I'm busy right now so..." Cynthia hung up. Calling Lisa one more time. After a few rings. "Hi this is Lisa. I'm busy..." Where could she be? Cynthia called one more time to leave a message but in hope of reaching her. To her dismay she got the voice message again. BEEP! "Hi Lisa its Cynthia again. I just wanted to know how your doing and if you could please call back. Call my cell. Thanks."
Robert walked in as she ended the call. "Is every thing alright with your friend?"
"I hope so. I didn't get through." She put her phone back in her bag.
"Would you mind if we went on?" He said placing himself beside her again.
"Sure. Where was I?"Cynthia looked at him a little confused.
"You were at the part about how the guy threaten to have her dad killed."
"Thank you. Yes he used her dad against her, so she did as he said. When the plane finally landed she some how got away. After that she called me back to get Keefe out of the hotel. Which I did.
The guy though found her at her house and she had a fight with him. She managed to injure him. The police took him after that." Cynthia finished.
"Are you sure he was arrested?" Robert asked.
"I believe so. That is what Lisa told me." She answered. Remembering his question about their date. She added. "Six would be great for me."
Robert was a little thrown off but understood what she was replying to after a moment. "Perfect then I'll pick you up at your place." Pausing. "I do have one more question."
"Yes?" Her face in rapture with the idea of their date.
"How long has it been since you heard from your friend?" He said looking down at his notes for a moment.
"Not since yesterday morning. She called the hotel to make sure I was preparing everything for Keefe's room. Except he showed up a day early and I forgot the extra pillow and blanket. I did leave Lisa a note. Hoping she would get it to him in time..." A wave of worry rushed over Cynthia. "Did you find her dead in the room too?" Tears started falling from her eyes.
Robert leaned closer to her placing his hands on her shoulders. "No. We didn't find her in the room but you haven't heard from her all day. You also said she was working last night. So there is a possibility that ... but there is also the possibility that she's home asleep...or some thing."
"I've killed my friend." At that point the flood gates opened. There was nothing Robert could do to calm her. He sat beside her and let her weep. Rubbing her back to give her comfort.
"Could I go home now?" Wiping each eye as if she was a child again.
"Yes. I'll take you home." Robert replied.
"What about my car?" She said looking at him.
"Don't worry I'll see that you get it in the morning." He stood waiting for Cynthia to follow. She did after collecting her things. They both walked out slowly, both feeling the weight of the day. Except Cynthia was feeling worse then she started. She couldn't fight back the feeling that Lisa was in trouble or dead.
Robert held the passenger side door open for Cynthia. Helping her in as much as he could while she tried to settle into the seat. Closing the door he ran over to the driver side and hoped in himself. He then turned the car on and proceeded to her house. Silence overwhelmed them both as they drove. It wasn't broken until Robert spoke.
"Where would you like to go tomorrow?" Taking a quick glance at her.
"I'm not sure. What about you? Do you have anything in mind?" Slowly her old self crept back.
"I was thinking Italian." keeping his eyes on the road.
"That would be excellent." A little smile playing at her lips.
They soon arrived at her house. Cynthia move to let herself out but Robert stopped her.
"Allow me." He got out of the car. Walked briskly to her side and helped her out. "Would you mind if I walked you to your door?"
Giggling Cynthia nodded her head yes. Looping her arm in his, they quietly walked to her door. Every step closer brought butterflies to Cynthia's stomach. Once there she turned to Robert about to thank him when he leaned in and stole a kiss. Cynthia deepened the kiss by leaning in closer. She felt strangely happy. Even with all that had happen you couldn't help but feel like she was on cloud nine. After a few minutes they both pulled away to catch their breaths.
"I'll see you tomorrow." Robert said smiling as he stole one last kiss.
"Yeah, I'll see you tomorrow." Cynthia opened her purse to retrieve her keys. Robert stood there waiting till she was safe inside. As soon as she vanished he went to his car. Sitting there for a moment he took one more glance back. Feeling like he was the luckiest man alive he drove home.
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Jackson pulled Lisa to her feet and motioned her out the door. Keeping a grip on her right arm he locked it. Once done he turned and looped her arm through his. As they walked people glanced at them and smiled. One lady turned to them both and said they mad a handsome couple. Lisa smiled a little at the remark, really she was cringing at the thought. Jackson swiftly guided Lisa to an elevator and stepped inside. A man walked in behind them. At the notice of this Jackson was irritated but Lisa was grateful. She was a little relieved. Unfortunately the man stepped out after four floors down. Alone once again with Jackson, Lisa pulled her arm out of his to get some space. Jackson looked at her with a little suspicion. Lisa in return ignored him and placed her back to the opposite wall from him.
"I'm warning you Leese." His eyes colder then ever before.
"I'm only trying to give myself some space. Its not flattering to stand next to you." She replied.
It seamed like an eternity of them just standing there staring at each other. As if in a shoot out. One not sure if the other was going to make a move. Finally they reached the lobby, the bell alarming them of their landing. Lisa didn't move nor did Jackson. The stance wasn't broken till Jackson reached out his hand. Lisa still didn't budge.
"How do you expect me to pick up a guy if he sees me walking around with another man?" Still standing where she was.
No response came from Jackson. No trace of emotion appeared on his features. He made no body language either. He just stood there with his cold dead stare. Only offering his hand as before. Lisa decided it was best that she just give in. Knowing this was a battle of trust. He didn't trust her and she didn't trust him. Walking over calmly she rested her hand into his. He took it by lacing his fingers with hers. Making Lisa feel even more uneasy. Jackson's hold on her hand kept her so close that she was almost leaning on him as they walked. He escorted her across the lobby to a door. Opening it he let her step over the threshold first. Lisa was in awe with the sight that laid out before her. Her and Jackson stood on a beautiful marble landing. With marble railing and stairs. Which led to a path of assorted stones of pinks and tans. Beyond them were a garden of many flowers and trees resided. White tables and chairs scattered within it. Lanterns hung among the branches of the trees. Giving the place a warm golden glow. Lisa felt as though she walked into a piece of heaven.
It wasn't until ten minutes later that realized her hand was free from Jackson's and his presence. Maybe he is out on the grounds already. She thought to herself as she descended down the stairs. Slowly she followed the stone path to the garden. The garden was more beautiful up close. Except there was many people there. All walking around and holding conversations with each other. She looked around hoping to find Jackson's familiar face but he was no where to be found. One face struck a cord and it was Luke Dersal.