Lindsay headed inside the cafe and grabbed a table in the corner, hoping that the person would get here soon. At that exact moment, a silver car pulled up outside the cafe and a recognisable woman got out with dark blonde hair. She then opened the back seat door and lifted out a baby and put the small child into the pram before heading indoors. She noticed Lindsay almost instantly and headed over.
''Miss Mason.'' Lindsay's face broke into a huge smile
''Lindsay.'' Miss Mason smiled
Lindsay noticed the baby and thought she was rather cute ''What's her name?''
''Olivia Katie Lawson.'' Rachel announced
Olivia was Rachel and Eddie's 8 month old baby. After Rachel married Adam, they decided to relocate to London so they could find flexible work. Rachel got a job as a head teacher at an all girls school whilst Adam set up his own kid's cooking business. Rachel also had legal custody of Abigail, Melissa's daughter, after she couldn't cope with the responsibility and prison. Things were going great until 3 months in, Rachel found out Adam was having an affair with another woman, so she decided to move to Oldham. She then got a headship at a comprehensive school where, by surprise, Eddie was working. After a couple of months, they realised they still loved each other and rekindled their relationship and then Rachel gave birth to their beautiful baby girl. Now, she, Eddie, Phil and Melissa's 3 year old daughter, Abigail, are a happy family.
''So what's up?'' Rachel wondered
''Mum's dating someone and I found out she was pregnant.'' Lindsay began to explain ''He is OK is John, but she is moving way too fast. If she wants a relationship with me, she has to slow down.''
Rachel then noticed the big rug sack Lindsay had with her ''What's that for?''
''Mum said either I accept John or I can go.'' Lindsay replied
''You can come and stay at my house.'' Rachel told Lindsay, not wanting anything to happen to her
Lindsay smiled at the kind gesture. She and Rachel began chatting about things. Rachel couldn't believe how much Emily had grown up since she left Waterloo Road as it felt like only 2 minutes Emily was a shy, 12 year old. Now, she was a confident 16 year old. Rachel looked at her watch and the 2 of them made their way to the car.
''It'll be OK, Lindsay.'' Rachel smiled
Half an hour later, Rachel pulled into her drive way and they headed indoors. Eddie came out of the sitting room with a broad smile on his face, as he did every time he saw Rachel.
''Eddie, this is Lindsay.'' Rachel introduced
''Hi.'' Eddie said, trying to be friendly
''Hey.'' Lindsay smiled
''Well, Phil's with Ros tonight, so if you don't mind football posters and game boys everywhere, you can sleep in his room.'' Rachel told Lindsay
''Is it OK if I go to bed now?'' Wondered Lindsay
''Yes.'' Nodded Rachel
Lindsay changed into a blue pair of pyjamas and jumped into bed. Rachel came upstairs with one of her delicious hot chocolates for Lindsay. Rachel sat on the edge of the bed as she gave the warm mug to Lindsay.
''Thanks.'' Grinned Lindsay
''I'll phone your mother in a bit to let her know your safe.'' Rachel said
''She'll probably be too busy with John, Kyle, Poppy and Hannah to notice me.'' Lindsay sighed
''You're her daughter Lindsay.'' Rachel began ''She cares about you an awful lot. Your education, your well being and your life.''
Lindsay deep down knew Rachel was right, but didn't want to admit it. Moments later, Lindsay began to nod off and Rachel smiled.
''Good night.'' Rachel whispered as she shut the door
Rachel headed downstairs and curled up next to Eddie on the sofa. Lindsay was in a dream again, thinking back...
Flashback
It was a Monday morning and Lindsay and Emily were getting ready for school. Mr James came into the sitting room with a broad smile on his face and kissed Mrs James.
''What's all this?'' Laughed Mrs James
''You know what.'' Mr James began ''Why not today, we all have the day off?''
''But it's the first day after the summer holiday.'' Lindsay insisted
''So.'' Mr James smiled and reached into his pocket to reveal 2 envelopes ''I thought you and Lindsay could go shopping whilst me and Emily could spend some time together.''
''It's a nice idea.'' Mrs James agreed ''But maybe another day.''
''Mum.'' Emily called ''Can you help me sort my bag out?''
Mrs James headed upstairs as Mr James was left with Lindsay.
''I know what you're up to.'' Lindsay snarled ''You are not touching my sister. She is 12 years old and I'm telling mum.''
Lindsay stroked past her dad. For once, he didn't try and stop her. Lindsay ran up the stairs and burst in Emily's room. Mrs James saw Lindsay's panicked look and knew something was wrong. After some questioning, Lindsay spilled everything that what had happened to her. Soon after, an argument broke out between Mr and Mrs James and Lindsay whilst Emily was petrified and confused. About 15 minutes later, there was silence. Lindsay stood up, looking down at the blood soaked body and then the knife in her hand. What had she just done? Mrs James was stood in the doorway and looked equally panicked. No way could she let Lindsay take the blame.
''School.'' Mrs James ordered ''Emily!''
Emily and Lindsay were rushed out of the house and they were both confused, especially Emily.
Lindsay woke up with her heart racing fast whilst feeling dizzy and sick before realising it was all a nightmare. Just a bad nightmare.