Strings of Fate

Strings of Fate

24- Heels and hugs

I read the note, then re–read it again. Hellamy apologised? To me? I am in complete shock. But why? Not to mention, I was never upset with him. I hadn’t even considered that the attack was any fault of his or that I should blame him for it. He must have been feeling really guilty if he actually decided he needed to apologise. I collapse into a nearby chair at a currently unoccupied table and drop my head into my hands. I can’t believe he apologised, True, it was via a note. But I have no problem with that. Direct or not, the apology was sincere and that’s all I care about. I’m struck by the desire to see him and to give him a hug. For now, I content myself with writing him a text.

Ryann- There was never anything you needed to apologise for. If I did anything to make you feel that there was then I’m sorry, I accept your apology as unnecessary as it may be. Your gesture was also unnecessary and a little nosy, but it was sweet and I am grateful for it. I have to start work now, but it will be a pleasure knowing that when I take these shoes off at the end of the evening, I won’t ever have to wear them again.

Thanks again!

I hesitate for a few seconds before I hit send. The phone vibrates with a response only seconds after I send it.

Bellamy Have a good shift.

I smile as I stick my phone back into my pocket and ready myself to work.

My shift felt like it lasted forever. Still, it’s finally over and I can go home. My feet are killing me, I am really not looking forward to the walk home. On the bright side, I can ditch the shoes. Maybe I should walk home barefoot… It would probably be easier. I remember that Bellamy said he would send someone to keep me safe tonight. I wonder who, and when. I’m just cleaning the dishes off of one last table when I notice Bellamy entering Borderline. I immediately drop the dishes back on to the table and dash to meet him. He seems surprised. But his look of shock is nothing compared to how he totally freezes when I throw caution to the wind. I hurl myself at him in a hug. I desperately wanted to hug him after I read his note earlier and that desire hadn’t faded as I worked. In fact, the more my feet began to suffer the more I began to appreciate what he had done for me. Because of this, by the end of my shift, I don’t think I have ever appreciated anything or anyone as much as I appreciate Bellamy

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After a few seconds, he breaks through his shock and wraps his arms around me,

as I pull away

reluctant to

He looks even more nervous. I suppose

feet hurt.” Bellamy gives me a relieved

should protect you from those evil shoes and save you the walk home.” He explains. I

just gotta take these last dishes. I’ll be back in two seconds.” With that, I dash off to return the dishes I abandoned when Bellamy entered. It takes less

“Shall we?” I laugh.

declare, taking his arm. He leads me outside to where his car waits and opens the door for me. I hop in and he takes

you said you would send someone to get me, although honestly I had totally forgotten until a few minutes ago.”

opened up unexpectedly. I decided I may as well just come check on you myself. Plus, I sort of wanted to confirm that you

to tell you when

shakes his head no.

that I wouldn’t hesitate now. Don’t worry about it

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and offers me his arm. I don’t miss his wary demeanour. He is alert and clearly ready for any surprises that might come our way. I pause at the bottom of the stairs and use Bellamy’s arm to steady myself as I yank my heels off. I am not climbing to the third Bloor in heels. We head up and I unlock the door. I don’t hesitate, I walk straight in and chuck my heels straight in the rubbish bin by the counter,

just planning to order pizza.” I offer.

the night off. So I’m technically planning to stick around all night. But I’ll stay. outside and out of your way if it’s an issue.” He offers.

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babysit me. I seriously doubt anyone is going to come after me or anything.” I

where you live and that I’ve offered you protection. It’s my fault that they could be targeting you. Please let me at least take responsibility for that.” He states