The Lawyer's Obsession

15 | What Do We Have Here

Adelina Cortez's POV

I woke up feeling happy and anxious. The coldness from the other side of the bed let me know I was alone. Sighing, I tossed the covers aside and climbed out of bed.

In my half asleep slumber, I didn't realize there was another person in the room until I collided with them. I landed on the floor with a loud thud and I groaned.

"s**t," the man mumbled. "I'm sorry. Here," he said, holding out his hand. I looked up at the man and my heart stopped beating. He was gorgeous.

"Thanks," I mumbled, grabbing his hand. He pulled me up and I shifted uncomfortably. "You're probably wondering who I am," he said with a deep chuckle.

"I am. So who are you?" I asked, never letting my eyes leave his. "Dante Griffin," he said smoothly. "I'm sorry. Am I supposed to know you?" I asked in confusion.

"I'm here for Kane. Do you know where he is?" He asked in annoyance. Talk about a change in personality. "Well, since I was sleeping, I really have no clue. Feel free to leave though," I retorted in annoyance.

His eyes darkened and he grabbed my arm roughly. "Listen b***h, tell Kane I'm looking for him," he spat then shoved me away from him. He then stormed out of the room and I sat there in shock. I grabbed my phone and texted Kane.

Adelina

I'll be gone by the time you get back.

Kane

Why you leaving?

Adelina

Let's just say I don't find it's safe here. You have problems that I don't need to be dragged into.

Kane

What happened Adelina?

Adelina

Some guy named Dante just man handled me as soon as I woke up.

Kane

Is he still there?

Adelina

I don't know. He stormed out of the room. He said to tell you he was looking for you.

Kane

Shit. Leave, now!

I furrowed my brows but quickly dressed myself anyways. As I headed down the stairs, I stopped at the sound of voices.

"Get the b***h," Dante growled and I panicked. I ran to the nearest bedroom and locked the door before running over the window. I quietly opened the window and climbed through, shutting it back.

I pulled out my phone and dialed Kane's number. He answered immediately.

"Did you leave?" He asked with panic. "No!" I whisper yelled. "What's going on?!" He asked with worry in his voice.

"He's back with other men. He told them to get me so I ran into a room and climbed out the window. I don't know what to do," I told him on the verge of tears.

"s**t, I'm so sorry Adelina. I'll explain everything later. Just try and get away or hide if you have too. I'm on my way," he said before hanging up.

I climbed onto the roof and laid down flat, making sure not to move a muscle. "f**k!" Dante yelled. "She's gone!" I could hear things being broken then finally there was silence.

Cars soon revved to life and peeled out of the driveway, leaving me alone at last. I slowly climbed back down and slipped through the broken window.

"Adelina?!" Kane called out and I cried in relief. "Up here!" I yelled and made my way towards him. I jumped into his arms and he held me tight.

"I'm sorry. I didn't know he was out of jail. Let me pack some clothes and we can head out. Could you pack some for Dallas?" He asked and I nodded.

"Sure. Just hurry up. I don't want them coming back," I mumbled and went to Dallas's room. After packing her suitcase with clothes and other things she would need, I met up with Kane downstairs.

"Ready?" He asked. "Yeah," I told him. "Okay. We have to stop and pick up Dallas from school," he said softly. "Okay," I said while staring out of the window. I decided I should probably check in on Carlos.

Adelina

Hey hooker!

Carlos

Hey b***h!

Adelina

I got me a little bit of Kane last night

Carlos

Bitch what?! Really?!

Adelina

Yes. And let's just say, he's packing

Carlos

I'm screaming! You go girl!

Carlos

You coming home tonight?

Adelina

I'm honestly not sure

Carlos

Alright you little slut. Have fun but not too much

I rolled my eyes and locked my phone. "Everything good with Carlos?" Kane asked and I smiled. "Yes," I said softly. I wasn't sure whether or not I should mention what was going on since I still didn't know.

We pulled into the schools parking lot and Dallas came running. "What do we have here?" She asked with a smirk. I blushed and smiled at her. "Hey Dallas," I told her. "Hey Adelina," she said smiling.

"So what's going on?" Dallas questioned. "I'll explain later," Kane said and Dallas and I both rolled our eyes. This was going to be a long day.