The Royal Contract

Besides, she believed that Mike would wait for her. He would stay until she arrived at their meeting place. At least, she was counting on that as she gradually moved towards her door, placing her ears on the surface.

“Please...” She mumbled to whoever was listening to help her. She only needed to convince the guards that she was going out and nothing was out of the ordinary.

She walked toward the staircase, carrying her handbag and carry-on, looking in all directions. When she saw that the coast was clear, she descended the stairs and strode fast toward the parking lot.

Fortunately, her father’s room was at the other end of the hallway. It would be hard for him to hear her leave. He would only know if someone would notify him.

“Ouch!” But sometimes, the more she tried to be careful and silent, the more she bumped into things. Quickly, she grabbed the vase before it shattered on the marble floor. That would be a noise that would be hard to miss.

“Careful.” She chastised herself as she moved toward the back exit, this time being extra cautious. Getting out of the house was easy since no guards roamed inside. However, outside the parking area was the tricky one.

Immediately, she rode her fastest car and dropped her things on the back seat. She squared her shoulder as she started the engine of her car. Then, she pressed the button that opened the massive doors.

As soon as she came out of the small building, a guard waved his hand and stopped her. Then he flashed a light on her face, probably trying to identify her from the low light outside.

.....

“I am sorry, Ms. Rosley.” The guard said as he quickly put the lights out of her face and saluted, giving her the signal to proceed.

That was easy, breathing a little easier as she wiped the tiny beads of sweat on her forehead. It would be a lie if she said she had not peed, even just a little in her pants from that little incident. But the problem was not over yet. She still had to pass the guard at the gate.

She took out her phone and placed it on her ears as she neared the metallic blockage that separated their property from the public street. Then, she acted like she was talking to someone on her phone as she stopped at the gate as the guard checked again who was inside the vehicle.

“I am already on my way.” She said. Then, “What did you do? Damnit, that is not how you resolve a situation.” She pretended to talk to someone about a problem, showing them her frustration, letting the guards think she was on her way to her office or at a construction site.

“Don’t let another of those stupid men continue, or else I will sue their asses.” She shouted again. “Wait for me! I am on my way.” She recited the line in her head. Then, she put down her phone and smiled at the guards.

“I guessed problems don’t stop even at night.” She muttered to the man that was closest to her window.

“That is true, Ms. Rosley.” The guard said. “But it is a bit late. Maybe one of my men could escort you to your destination.” He suggested.

“No, that won’t be necessary. I think I can manage just fine. Besides, it won’t take long. I will be back before you know it.” She cooly performed, hoping the guards would not see anything suspicious in her actions.

It would seem her act did work as the gates opened, and the man moved aside, saluting in her direction. “Drive safely, Ms. Rosley.” Then, she was out of the property of her father.

She slammed her hands on the steering wheel, happy that she had made it. She still had enough time to get to the park. Therefore, there was no need to hurry.

But when she looked in her rearview mirror, she noticed another vehicle exiting their gates. She was sure it came from her house. Damn, that guard had her followed even if she said she did not need one.

“Now what?” She asked herself, but she was not giving up.

Quickly, she stepped on the gas, speeding slightly from her regular speed. Although, it was still not fast enough to lose anyone in a car chase. She checked again on the mirror, and she believed she could still see the car not far behind.

She could not let them catch her or follow her to where she was going. That would beat her purpose. She had to find a way to lose that vehicle, or else she could kiss her escape goodbye.

Should she call Mike?

“No!” That would only complicate things. She had to stay calm and figure this out. But she was almost at the park. She needed to find some answers quickly.

Then, she saw that the stoplights were about to change to red. She knew she would not make it with her current speed. Then she had to stop. What should she do then?

“No, don’t do it.” She should not risk her life. But what future was waiting for her if she could not get away from her father now? What life was waiting for her child at their hands?

She could not even imaging marrying that evil man. How could she even think that she would allow him in their lives? That he would have a say on how to raise her child.

“No, I can’t live like that.” She said as her foot pressed hard on the foot pedal.

She saw a very bright light before she closed her eyes shut.

In a split second, she saw her life flash before her eyes.

Oh my! Did she die? Would that be so bad?