School day. Belle walks through the hall meeting the principal about the school fair to happen. She wanted the principal to agree with her having the live band in school.
Swung the door open, her eyes met the principal and she smiled. "Ms. Decker? please have a seat (drag the chair) what brought you here today?"
"Well Mrs Principal. I was wondering if you had an extra slot for having a live band in our school. You know for the school fair (hand the pamphlet) not much that all I can do".
The principal reaches the pamphlet then she looks up. "Funky Punk Machine?"
"Yup. That's the band".
Sighs. Lowered her glasses. "Ms. Decker, where did you find these people anyway? they look like they are dealing with another drug or goth or human sacrifice with the cult".
"Accidentally met according to my profession. The band helped me from harm (she lied) . I'm on my way to my work place and suddenly these strangers came up to me behind my back. The band was at the gas station nearby and saw the incident. So yeah.. that's what happened".
"You got proof for that?"
Belle shakes her head. "There was footage captured that night. So I ask them where they are heading and they say they are the band on their way to the Carousel and I was thinking it was a good opportunity if I can help them expand their music so I did it.. right now".
Lie must go on... lie must go on...
She hadn't seen Jake this morning. Where could he be anyway?
"You can hear their songs on the playlist or website, even on YouTube. Technically their songs are very different and smooth. Suitable people like us can hear and like you Mrs Principal".
"And what do you think I would agree about having a live band in my school Ms. Decker?"
Belle bit her lips, said. "They said the audiences in small towns really appreciate them and why not us".
"I appreciate your effort to bring them to my school Ms. Decker. I will inform you later whether I let them in or not (silent) they don't do any drugs, do they?"
Belle claims the band are clean from illegal things. "I bet they don't. Because I was there having a small talk with them. They barely puff the smoke right in front of my face".
What Belle said was true about the Funky Punk Machine band. When she asks Chris if they do drugs or illegal things for a band road trip, Chris claims they didn't take any of that, not even a smoke.
The band also had clean records and never been involved in any crimes. Chris's brothers are the police, and the others team band were connected to the soldier, the navy sort of the government works.
So they don't.
"How do you know a band like Funky Punk Machine doesn't do drugs? Most of the bands like them are smoking. I don't want every student to follow their step and ruin their life because of them".
Belle snorts. She fought the word with the principal for the sake of the band. She spoke.
"Mrs. Principal. I'm sorry if I had to say this. How do you make sure that your students do not smoke or do drugs? (click tongue) even the bullies happen inside your school you didn't know when it happened and when it ended".
"Are you judging my position as the principal in this school Ms. Decker?"
Belle nod yes. "I saw them behind the school building. Toilet. The basement. You don't know anything or any of us..."
"... if you said that a band like Funky Punk Machine teaches us bad things, I think you shouldn't point it out because you didn't see right in front of your eyes. We're the same here and nobody's perfect".
Belle pushed the chair, before she reached the knobs she looked over her shoulder. And she said this.
"Considering that was a great window opportunity for them Mrs Principal. Because of their looks, people like you judged them without knowing them better".
She smiled, reached the knob and twisted it. "I waited for you for the answer Mrs Principal thank you for your time". Then she shut the door behind.
The principal faces like she is being slapped by the elephant trunk. She thinks for a moment whether she wants the band in or not.
And suddenly she reminds Belle of Gibson, they two did the same thing to protect the innocent one. She realized the couple had the same thing in common when they talked.
She slapped her forehead. Both are right about herself. She doesn't know anything about her students, she doesn't know what she is doing. She is an irresponsible principal and both Belle and Gibson are right about her.
F*cked it!
"Hi". Jake saw Belle walking toward him while he was relaxing under this tree reading a book without Emma. And now she is nowhere to be seen. "Where have you been?" he asked.
Belle takes a seat on the grass in front of him. "I saw you walking at the principal's office. I'm sorry I hadn't texted you, have you done something that you didn't share with me".
"I'm fine just.. I try to convince her that all".
"Convinced about what?"
Belle bit her lips. "The school fair. You know our school will have a school fair for fun, friends, family and the neighborhood..."
"... so, I decided to invite the live band to perform in our school. That's why I was there".
"A live band? What kind of band?"
Belle handed him the pamphlet. "Funky Punk Machine? like I knew somewhere. Where did you meet them anyway?"
"Ummm if I tell you don't be mad at me Jake".
"Okay. So where did you meet them?"
Sighs, Belle spoke. "You'll see. Two days ago Emma had saved my ass from meeting with Mr. Gibson that night. My mom sort of wants to apologize to him and she invites him for dinner at our house".
"And?"
"I had to run away. So me and Emma went to the carousel and there we met the band (Jake lifted his eyebrows) they were super cool and kind. Abdul was there too I swear he is".
Jake snickering, said. "So you have no courage to fight your mom word and you use Emma as your shield. Did he bring his wife?"
"He did. My dad said that and I had no guts to ask my mom whether he brought his wife or not but I know he will. Oh Jake. The band are nice people you should meet in person".
He smiled and he wasn't mad at her. She did the right thing to not face Gibson that night. Salute to Emma.
"You did the right thing Belle. If I were you I would do the same thing as you do (click tongue) So, because of this band you meet the principal and convince her today?"
"I hope she will agree with my idea. I just need to hear yes from her lips. I was disappointed as she claimed the band are dealing drugs, cult and human sacrifice".
Jake laughed, put the book on the grass. His eyes met her. "Well they do look like that. Funny. I think. She thought this band would give her students bad influences. She judged them without knowing them better than you do".
"Yes, she said earlier. Chris wouldn't do that".
"Who the hell is Chris?"
"The lead singer of this band. His name is Chris. He is a good person Jake".
Jake nods understanding. "Alright then. Just wait for the news to just pray she accepts the band with an open heart. Plus? I do hear their song, it's nice to hear really".
Moments later. After talking with Jake she went to the library finding a book on the shelves in the history section. The section stood at the end of the room.
She picks one of the books, drags the chair and sits on it. "Ms. Decker?"
"Yes Mrs Gomez?" She looked up.
"I'm going out for a bit. Just be careful with your head, okay?" Belle nods understanding. "You're alone in here, just be careful".
Belle watches Mrs Gomez gently walking out from the library. She was about to open the book cover and pairs of strong arms suddenly grabbed her, a strong arm held her then pushed her back on the wall.
She screamed and hurt. "What the F..!" her eyes met Gibson. "What the hell!?"
"Careful with your tongue Belle. Or you will get the consequences".
Belle rubs the back of her head. "I don't need a permission slip to go to the library!"
"Of course you don't. I didn't ask your permission slip to see (she grit her teeth) where were you that night? exams? study?"
Smirking. "I don't think so am I right?"
"Why do you care!?"
"I demand the answer or else I tell the truth that you lie and there are no exams happening in this month (smirking) scared?"
Belle snorted. "Why should I be scared of you? If you tell them the truth, my dad knows that I don't like you. He's the one who gave me permission not to have dinner with you and your wife. I hate you!"
"Really? or should I say that you went to the carousel and met the band. Oh, darling Belle.. my eyes and ears are everywhere which is I know where have you been that night".
"I am not afraid of you, (she leaned closer to him) if you love me you won't tell them".
She can feel his hot breath on her face. Growled. He crushed his lips on her that she didn't push him. Their kiss turned passionate, Belle wrapped her arm around his neck so Gibson lifted her up and she wrapped her legs around him.
What possessed her to do so? This is not her first time kissing Gibson. Gibson then lowered his lips, sucking her neck. She pushed him.
"You have a wife! get.. off.. of me!" wiped her lips. "Stay away from me!" She grabbed the book and walked.
Gibson watches her as he feels aroused since their kiss, she couldn't get away from this. Especially not from Victor Gibson. Like HIM!
Since they are alone, he grabs Belle from behind before she could reach the knob, then he locks the door from the inside.
Belle shrieks as he pushes her on the table, she lays flat on her back and Gibson is between her legs. His hand begins to strip whatever clothes she is wearing right now.
Again he sucked her neck. "Get off of me! (pushing him) what are you trying to do raped me? get off!"
Gibson ignored her pleas, his hand touching all over her skin without stopping kissing her on the lips.
"Please.. get off of me!"
He ignored her cries, his finger began unbuttoning her top, revealing half of her breast and kissing it. As the other of his hand unzipped his pants.
"NO!"
Before Gibson could push his member inside her, there was a knock behind the door and it was Mrs Gomez's voice behind this.
"Ms. Decker, are you alright? Why did you lock this door?"
Belle lets out heavily, shocked as Gibson stops what he is doing. Her tears drop as she feels disgusted with herself. She feels lifted from Gibson, closing her eyes, sucking for air.
She cannot move, Gibson settled himself and carried her down from the table. He hugs her tightly and whispers in her ears.
"I never regret what I have done to you Belle. And make sure I will get what I want. This is just the beginning. And I will do the worst if you tell anyone about this!"
He kissed her forehead. "Wipe your tears and clean yourself. Remember? that you and I are stuck in here because that damn door won't budge to open. Understand!?"
She didn't say anything, he quickly found something around him then walked to the door.
"Mrs Gomez, are you out there?" he said.
"Mr. Gibson? how possible you were inside the library? and opened this door!"
"I was searching for the book here. This door suddenly won't budge to open. I found Ms. Decker was alone and she was scared as I told her the door wouldn't open. Why don't you help me from the outside, it could be helpful I think".
"Okay. I will try. What can I do?"
Gibson sighs. "Try to pull!" Mrs Gomez did as he was told. Gently he slid the lock bolt and it opened. "Finally!"
"Oh my god. Are you two all right?" She looked over his shoulder where Belle stood behind him. "Oh dear are you all right? it must scare you that the door was locked by itself. Lucky Mr. Gibson is here with you".
Belle faking her smile. She said, "Yeah. There a wind came through the window and it shut the door. Though there is nothing until Mr. Gibson tries to open it".
"Oh dear dear. I will ask Mr. Smith to change this door. I've told him before and he won't listen to me now this happens!"
Mr. Gibson nods and smiles. Excuse himself with a book at hand. Belle reaches for her book.
"You okay Ms. Decker?"
Belle nodded. "Just quickly change the door before someone else is stuck in here again. I'm afraid it won't ever happen in the evening or at night".
"I will, soon as I can".
Belle smiled again, then left the library in fear. Gibson attempted to raped her today and what about the next day and other next day.
There is no escaping. There is no place to hide. She had to face him. A real fear she ever felt and this Victor Gibson won't stop until he gets her.