Hi everybody. I know I've abandon you guys but lately I haven't had any inspiration. I was about to delete this story but I told myself to not give up. Although I do plan on finishing his story soon. The story is T for a reason so there will be a lot of depressing moments in the story (as you could already tell with the death and tears). Expect the unexpected. Please review! It's highly appreciated.
BTW, I SAW R5 IN THE BEACON THEATRE AND IT WAS AMAZING. ROSS CAN YOU MARRY ME? XD XP
Now, without further a due, proceed with the story.
Disclaimer: I don't own anything but the story line.
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"Making my way downtown, walking past, faces flash and I'm homebound". Ally sang along to the radio while the strands of her hair danced in the wind. The car windows were rolled down and the music blast through the speakers.
Austin laughed and nudged humorously. "How far are we from our next stop?"
"Well, we're still in Virginia, but apparently we have to go up to Delaware. There's a city near the border where we'll find the next mafia leader." She tucked a strand of her golden hair behind her ear and scanned the map in front of her. "I'm guessing will continue going up north."
The blond driver looked at Ally in confusion. "What do you mean? There are gonna be more stops?" His hand flew to the nape of his neck.
"I mean, it's not gonna be easy to find my dad. Plus, the top mafia leaders are probably in New Jersey or New York." She shrugged. Ally knew how to navigate her way through the states and felt confident she would arrive safely. However, she was aware that Austin wanted to go back. "Moon, if you don't want to continue with the trip, we could surely go back."
He shook his head furiously as she suggested that. "Are you kidding me? I've been looking for your dad! Besides, your life is in danger." His hand flew to Ally's and he squeezed it reassuringly. "I'm also spending time with my favorite girl."
Ally blushed and bit her lip to hold back a laugh. "You're too cheesy."
The couple looked out the window with intertwined hands, appreciating the moment. An hour ago, they were in the city. Now, they were near the forests and rivers that surrounded the state. Internally, they were thinking about how their future would be. Ally knew that something unexpected can come up. She also knew that there was a possibility that whoever wanted to kill her would succeed. On the bright side, if everything went well, she could expect an enjoyable future with Austin.
Then there was Austin's future. He wished that Dez was alive to be the best man at his wedding. Alas, after his death, he vowed he would continue to honor his best friend's name in the police force.
His wedding.
The blond grinned in disbelief as he was already contemplating on getting married. This epiphany that he could marry Ally made him warm and happy inside. His eyes flickered from the road to Ally and he couldn't help but want to marry her right now. Although, his brain told him to not rush things. Aware that Ally was no ordinary girl, he wanted to treat this relationship like no other.
Speaking of women in his life, he wondered what his mother was up to. Austin spoke to his mother once a month but with the latest events near the capital, he hasn't heard from her. The guilt ate him alive, even though a voice in his conscious said, "she's taken care of by her sisters and brothers". Another voice said, "you left her childless".
Rydel.
What had happened to his sister? Deep inside he hoped she was alive. Then again, those probabilities are extremely low.
"Austin, are you okay? Your eyes are getting glossy." Ally frowned and put a hand to his cheek. She leaned towards Austin to examine him closely but he continued to drive without glancing at her. "There's something running through your mind."
"Als, do you think I'm a horrible person? I haven't called my mom in a month or two, I gave up on my missing sister, and I allowed my best friend to get killed."
The petite brunette took her hand off his face. She blatantly disagreed. "Of course not. You didn't allow Dez being killed. He was shot by someone." Her face turned to the view out the window.
Austin gulped. "What about my mom and sister?"
Ally sighed and looked at her hands. "I'm not really good at communicating with my parents. They've always been missing and I've never really been able to contact them. I suggest that you talk to your mom as soon as you can. You have her number, you know where she lives. Appreciate those little things." She gave him a small smile. "And about Rydel, it's not your fault either. She's been missing for years."
"If we solve this anarchy, would you mind helping me find my sister?" Austin seemed shy as he spoke.
"There's no other answer to that but: yes. I think we could establish that when it comes to each other, that there are no limits."
The sun set as the two lovers continued to drive. When it became night, Austin decided it would be safer to sleep at a hotel room near the freeway.
"I'm sorry, sir. The rooms are all occupied. We can surely recommend a hotel a few miles from here."
Austin's bloodshot eyes rolled in irritation. "Miss, I'm really exhausted. I think we'll just sleep inside the car." He looked at Ally for reassurance and she nodded. "Would it be okay if we could use the bathrooms?"
The woman at the desk nodded and smiled politely at the couple. With that in mind, Austin and Ally walked outside.
"Hey, can we eat something?" Ally looped her arm through Austin's.
"Yeah! I think I saw a totally awesome diner across the street!" He grinned and tapped on Ally's arm with excitement. "I think they even have banana pancakes!"
Dawson laughed and added, "I'm gonna get some ice cream with that!"
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"Hello, you two sweet things! What can I get ya?" A waitress with the name tag "Loretta" grinned with a hand to her hip. She had curly red hair and a curvy figure.
"Hi!" Ally waved. She furrowed her eyebrows while looking at the menu. "Can I get a cheeseburger with fries and for dessert... A pie a la mode?" When she looked up she found Austin and Loretta giggling and staring at her.
"She's adorable, babe." The waitress winked at Austin.
"I know." He responded with a smirk. "My turn! I'll get a steak with mash potatoes and for dessert, a stack of banana pancakes with lots of syrup."
Loretta snapped. "Got it! I'll be back with your order soon, cuties."
Ally laughed at the woman's use of words and turned back to Austin. "You sure do eat a lot for a guy who's so fit."
"I thought you didn't check me out when I got out of the shower?" The blond gave her an amused and mischievous look.
With her eyes wide as a saucer, Dawson responded, "I-I don't! W-why would you say that?" Her face was red with embarrassment. "It's not like I know you have very toned arms and back."
Moon laughed. "I can't handle how adorable you are. Besides, I check you out when you get out of the shower too." He winked at her.
"Shut up." Ally stuck her tongue out. She scanned the room and saw a television screen near their booth. "Look! The 8 o'clock news are on."
"The police of Richmond, Virginia have found a corpse of a woman beaten to death at an abandoned warehouse. There was a piece of wood near the body found with blood from the victim." The reporter on the TV was interrupted by an incoming message.
Ally frowned in sadness and looked down on the table. "What a tragedy..."
"This just in! The victim was identified as Penny Dawson. The ex-wife of fugitive Lester Dawson. There have been fingerprints identified as well. Reports show they were from local Officer Austin Moon. He has gone missing from the city and is now being searched."
The shock Ally felt through her veins were followed by a pang of pain on her chest. "A-Austin, what's happening?" Her eyes began to create streams of tears down her face.
Austin stood up and sat down next to Ally who was facing away from the waiters and waitresses in the diner. "Als, I need you to be strong. We're going to wait for the food, eat, and get some rest in the car. I promise you I did nothing to your mom. I'm being framed."
Ally shook her head as she looked at him. "I'm not worried about you being the one who killed my mom, Austin. You've been with me this entire time. I'm just so confused as to who would kill my mother." She closed her eyes as tears continued to fall. "Whoever is out there really wants to kill me."
Austin embraced Ally in a warm hug. He felt her skin and noticed goosebumps cover her arms from the sudden and tragic news. Ally tugged on his gray tee as she buried deeper into Austin's chest. "You'll be okay, Als. I'm going to stick with you no matter what."
It took a few minutes for Ally to contain her tears but as soon as the waitress arrived with their food, she maintained calm. Loretta set everything down with a smile and the brunette managed to say a small, "Thank you."
The couple ate in silence. Every few seconds Ally would gasp in misery that erupted from her chest. As soon as Austin noticed this, he asked Loretta to make their leftover food to go.
Walking out the diner, Ally stopped in front of the doors and collapsed on the concrete with tears. Moon ran to her and carried her in his arms to their car. He looked at her rosy pink nose and pale skin under the moonlight. The pain she felt was reflected on her appearance.
Austin sat Ally on the car seat and covered her with blankets and pillows. After that, he sat in the driver seat, drawing little circles on Ally's lap with his fingers. She continued to sniffle as she looked at her feet with a blank expression.
Austin frowned as he saw his sunshine so sad. "Do you wanna talk about it?"
"Yes, please." Ally whispered. "I don't understand any of this. I just wanna get this..." she looked up to the sky. "I'm sorry God," she interrupted, "Son of a biscuit to jail."
Moon chuckled lightly. "We will. Trust me. It's my goal right now to keep you safe. And that means getting that mother-"
"Austin!"
"That horrible killer in jail." He chuckled again. "You're so innocent."
Ally rolled her eyes. "Finally, when I was going to spend time with my mom, she is killed." A tear rolled down her cheek once more. "At least I know she didn't abandon me. She loved me."
"Of course she did." Austin put his hand under the blankets to reach Ally's hand. "I have an idea. We should sleep in the back so I could keep you snug and warm."
Ally shivered and laughed lightly. "You're right. I'm getting goosebumps from all of the commotion."
Austin and Ally walked out and opened the trunk of the BMW. They crawled inside and locked all of the car's doors. With three or four blankets covering them, they slept peacefully. Austin wrapped an arm around Ally's waist as they were spooning. The brunette finally felt safe after the news she had received.
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Sunshine blinded Ally as she woke up. The car was fully illuminated and Austin continued to sleep soundly. She smiled as she saw the blond hair on his head cover his eyes. Her eyes noticed that his arm was still around her waist and there was something about that which made her feel more protected than any other weapon Austin could hold.
In a matter of seconds that sunshine was covered with clouds. Ally began to sob recalling the memories of her mother. "S-She's dead!
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"Ally, love! We're gonna see the movie now. Come here!" Penny say on the comfy leather couch with her legs perfectly crossed.
"Hey mom! I just finished my homework. You got the control?" A young Ally with dark brown hair appeared in the living room with glasses perched on her nose. "What's the movie about?"
Penny squinted as she read the words on the TV screen. "Apparently, it's about this spy who finds his brother is part of the evil genius' side. It sounds so interesting!"
Ally's mouth was a perfect o-shape. "I wonder how a brother can turn his back to his own blood."
Penny shook her head in disagreement. "You would be surprised that the person behind the bullet is closer than you think." The mother knew her 15 year old wouldn't understand this concept. However, she already knew things from the police force that would surprise anyone.
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"Als, you're okay. Relax. Look at me." Austin held Ally's shoulders and focused her attention on him. "We're both running for our lives now. We need to find your dad."
Ally realized that her excessive tears weren't going to help bring justice to this situation. "Y-You're right. Give me a few minutes to compose myself so we start our journey again."
Austin searched for a light in Ally's eyes. He seemed to find some sort of brightness. Ally understood that the past was the past. She needed to focus. "Everything will be right at the end. Remember, nothing's over until it's actually over."
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"Sunshine, look! We made it to Delaware! Only 10 more minutes until we reach our next stop."
Silence.
Austin turned his head a bit to see Ally staring into the distance. Her legs were crossed away from him and her hands fiddled with her clothes. "Yeah. I'm happy to be one step closer."
"Well, you don't seem like it. I'm gonna take out the tickle monster!" Austin stuck out his hand and made a claw-like pose.
Ally turned and smiled a bit. "Don't you dare."
In that moment, Ally began to cry tears of laughter. "S-Stop! It h-hurts!" Her smile was wide and her teeth sparkled under the sunlight. Her eyes glowed with happiness... Something she was missing over the night.
"Not until you say 'Austin is so hot, he makes me melt like butter'." Moon smirked as his hands travelled up and down Ally's abdomen and hips.
"A-Austin is s-so HOT, h-he makes me melt l-like butter!" Ally stuttered as she laughed.
"Well you finally said it!" Austin laughed as he removed his hands from Ally. He began to park the car near a laundromat.
The petite brunette glared at him playfully. "Well thanks for helping me forget my misery with that." She giggled a bit. "Let's find these people quickly before anyone sees us."
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"Look what we got here, fellas! Two convicts on the run. The daughter, just like her father. And this cop, searched for just like the rest of us." A short and chubby man howled in laughter as he looked at Austin and Ally.
Austin clenched his fists. "Exactly. We're at the same level. People find both of us, we'll be cellmates." His eyes rolled back in faux amusement as the mafia snickered.
"Anyways, children. I'm Luca Dinelli. I'm here for your following clue. But first, answer this question: what car did Lester occupy for most of his days as an officer?" Dinelli crossed his arms and signaled his men to prepare there weapons.
Ally gulped in fear as she began to think. Her eyes shut closed as she began to think. Images of her riding in the black Lexus with her parents flooded in her mind. The sight of her smiling mother warmed up Ally's body. Her cold fingertips were once again warm.
"Honey, you alright? Why are you crying?" Luca Dinelli furrowed his eyebrows.
Ally touched her cheeks softly and noticed they were wet. "Um, the car was a b-black Lexus from 2002. And u-uh, my mom died yesterday." She walked into Austin's arms slowly, backing away from the armed men.
"Not only have you given me the right answer, but you've also shown me you are your father's true blood. We've been asked to give you a series of locations, just in case you weren't actually Ally Dawson. However, all I see is a caring daughter who wants to see her father." Luca walked toward Ally and lifted her chin. "Go to New York City. Hell's Kitchen. You'll find your father there."
An impulse inside the golden-brunette pushed her to hug the stout man. "Thank you."