grabbed Jolene’s leash and stood up. “Let’s run.”
Grabbing Lucy’s arm with my free hand, I took off. I was exhausted, but fear kept me going, even as my legs trembled with fear.
Chapter 7
“Savannah, you know I love thrillers and scary movies, but this is too much.” Lucy was gasping as we ran back into the house. “What was that noise?”
“Maybe an animal in the woods?”
“An animal with a gun?” She raised an eyebrow. “I didn’t know animals were packing now.”
“It’s their 2nd amendment right.” I joked. “The right to bear arms.”
“That’s for humans, Savannah. This isn’t funny. This is getting creepier and creepier.”
“I am wondering if Gordon didn’t come back here.” I sighed. “Maybe he has something to do with everything that’s been going on.”
“You need to tell that psycho to leave you alone. I know you think he’s a nice guy, but the things you’ve been telling me lead me to believe he’s not that great.”
“Well, it’s only recently that stuff has started to seem off to me. Are you tired or do you still want that wine?”
“I’m a little tired, but that running woke me up. Let’s have some wine and do some research. Let’s find out everything there is to know about Wade and Henry Hart.”
“Gordon was curious to know their net worth.” I said as I walked to the cupboard to grab some wine glasses. “He thinks they’re billionaires.”
“That doesn’t shock me, but why would he care?” She paused. “I guess if he’s their illegitimate brother, then he wants his share.”
“Yeah, I mean I get it, I just wish he’d be honest about it.”
“Why don’t you just ask him.”
“You know I don’t like confrontation.”
“I know, but you got to put your big girl pants on now, Savannah. You didn’t ask Wade about what you heard. You haven’t asked Gordon why he’s asking all these weird questions. You need to start being a bit more in these guys’ faces. Don’t let them think you’re just some silly girl that will just accept whatever bullshit they’re flinging your way. Call them out on it, girl. You’re strong, not afraid. Too many men think they can just do whatever they want and women will just accept it. That shit might have passed in the 1950’s, but we’re in 2020 now and we’re not going to put up with it.”
“You’re right, of course.” I grimaced, still feeling a tinge of nerves at the possibility of having to ask Wade and Gordon what was really going on. “It’s still scary to have to question someone though.”
“I know, girl, but you have nothing to be afraid of. If they don’t like your questioning, then they can lump it. And honestly, if you’re scared that their answers will reveal them to be shitty men, then it’s better to know now, then to become even more involved with them.”
“You’re the voice of reason.” I nodded and felt a sense of calmness as I listened to her. “You know who you remind me of?”
“Mother Teresa?”
“No,” I laughed out loud. “You wish.”
“Bella Hadid?”
“Who?”
“You know that Supermodel girl? Or maybe she’s a super influencer?”
“Never heard of her and so no. And I should clarify it’s a what, not a who.”
“A what? I’m so confused.”
“You remind me of self-help memes on Instagram, ha-ha. They always say something like, tell him the truth and if he leaves, then it’s on him. Or be your own flower and bloom.” I grinned. “I’m getting the quotes from but you know what I mean.”
“Yeah, I know what you mean. I guess that’s good?”
“It’s great! You’re my own personal therapist.”
“I wouldn’t go that far, girl, but we’re too smart to be weak and pathetic. I know you like Wade and I know you slept with him and that makes you feel like you’re in love, or whatever, but if he’s an asshole, you’re out of here. I will take you crying and screaming, if that’s what it takes.” She gave me her tough guy look. “You’re not going to be statistic.”
“He’s not a serial killer, Luce.”
“We don’t know what he is. In fact, I’ve never even met him and I don’t care one iota about him. If we find out any crap, I’m not letting you stay. Also, I’m not leaving until we figure it all out.”
“Oh wow, what if he comes back before then?” I hadn’t anticipated Lucy staying for more than a couple of days.
“And what?” Her eyes narrowed. “Girl, this place is crazy. I’m not leaving until I’m 100% sure