Afterlife - Stephanie Hudson Page 0,177

once again shot into my heart. I couldn't believe the audacity of this man! This was slowly pushing me over the edge with fury.

“Really, just a waitress, umm...if you say so.... My dear, I am very pleased to meet you, a rare creature you are indeed.” He said standing to take my hand in his, lifting it to his lips. I let him freely as the look in Draven's eyes, filled with hate at the sight, so I happily complied as if this was my little bit of revenge.

“Malphas!” Draven shouted at him and I assumed this to be his name. Malphas, however, didn't seem anything but happy about Draven’s reaction. His eyes met mine over the hand that he still held in an icy grip.

“Umm.....I didn't think so.” He said smirking as he finally let go of my hand.

“Keira, I think it's time for you to be getting home.” Draven said, glaring at me as though I was made from dirt.

“Well, that would be a good idea but unfortunately someone unlawfully kicked out my date therefore leaving me stranded and without a ride home....so you see my predicament!” I said folding my arms again showing him my bravery, which was now mixed with fiery passion.

“Well I think I have seen enough to satisfy me, My Lord, I will now take my leave, but my dear please allow me to escort you home.” Malphas’ very deep, hoarse voice offered.

“Thank you, that would be very kind,” I said looking at Draven who now looked as if he wanted to shake me to death.

“That won't be necessary. Zagan take Miss Johnson home, NOW!” He ordered to one of the men who sat at his table. He was the one who always wore the hooded jacket and had the scar and tattoos upon his face. He stood at this command but stopped when Malphas’ men got closer to me. I didn't really understand what was going on but Draven's voice ended it quickly before things got out of hand.

“Malphas, you don't want to push me!” He said his name with a clear warning behind it and in return Malphas' hand went up again as it had done before.

“But of course.” He stood and came closer to me once again saying,

“It was a pleasure to meet you my dear Keira.” He stepped forward close to my ear and whispered so no one else could hear,

“I will be at the front of the building waiting to drive you home...meet me.” He then kissed my cheek as if that was what he was planning to do, for everyone watching.

But I jumped back at the sound of Draven's fist going down on the stone table with such mighty power it not only shook but also cracked under his hammer like hand. His voice boomed out making everyone look on in fear, including me.

“ENOUGH! Keira, go and wait for me on the balcony!” He demanded and his black eyes flicked with the same purple I had seen before, as he stared at Malphas as though he would soon rip his throat out. This was one order that I would not disobey and I left but not before I could just hear Malphas saying,

“Fear not Draven, I would not hurt the girl, not after what I have seen with my own eyes...After all she is…” But his voice trailed off and I didn't hear the rest as I was heading towards the balcony. However, on the way there my mind flipped and I decided that once away from Draven's evil glare, I was clear to think for myself. Hell, Draven was my boss and that was it. He had no rights over me whatsoever, so why did I have to go and do what he said when I would just end up getting another ear bashing on the balcony. NO, not this time! I was my own person and I would do as I pleased and if he didn't like it, then he would just have to sack me or better still, I would quit!

So, with that in mind, I waited until I was out of sight and sneaked down past the guard and shot down the stairs like an Olympic runner. Once I was on the ground floor I ran up to where my jacket was and said a quick bye to the rest of my friends, not waiting for a reply. I bolted for the front doors scared of looking back. My heart raced with panic, knowing