Stella (Pov)
The night breeze kissed my skin as I speed-walked down the sidewalk. Closed shops and small cafe’s passed, their turned-off lights giving this place an even more eerie feel to it.
There were no cars, with an exception of the occasional drunken party van here or there, but I couldn’t help but feel like I was being watched. Every time I glanced over my shoulder and saw nothing, the more I wished I hadn’t forgotten my phone at the apartment. I just couldn’t shake it away.
When I saw the library, I sped up my pace in the growing sense of relief. The apartments were only a few houses down.
As I neared the flight of stairs, I fumble through my bag for my keys and put them through the lock. The door clicked and opened and as soon as I closed it behind me, any sense of being watched vanished.
I sighed as I flopped onto the couch, tossing my bag aside. I never meant to stay out that late, especially in clothes like this around a town known for crime, but someone needed help. Yes, I could’ve just let the woman carry her own stuff, but what kind of person would I be? The poor girl in a wheelchair kept dropping her stuff.
I glanced up at the clock and saw the time. 12:48, I better go to bed.
I stood back up onto my hurting feet and made my way to the bathroom. The mirror above the sink showed me a girl with pale skin and hair, not matching the dark circles under her eyes. I brushed it off, thinking I’ll fix it tomorrow as I reached for the blue and pink toothbrush in a cup. I squeezed toothpaste onto it and brushed my teeth, thinking of the day’s events before going into the bedroom.
I dragged out an old tank top and grey sweats, much better than the short, slutty dress I was wearing, and changed into it.
I scanned the room one last time before going to bed.
Amelia (Pov)
The silver van I sat in all night was becoming stuffy as I watched the door closely. I knew I could’ve slept for a few hours, but I’m becoming impatient. Stella, beautiful Stella has been on my list for weeks. But today will be the day I get her.
I watch as she leaves her apartment, locking the door behind her. She cautiously climbs down the steps and stops in front of her car door, fumbling for the keys in her pocket. Where Stella stands is the perfect place for me to grab her, right next to the back door. But its broad daylight...
Before I had a chance to think it through, I have my hands around her mouth, muffling her screams as I drag her into the back of my van. As soon as her whole body was in, I climb in with her and shut the door quickly and lock it. Since she is so skinny, It was easier than I thought it would be to tie her down.
Her hands were bound with rope behind her back and her legs were chained to the floor of the vehicle. I frantically look around for something to use as a gag, but everything was empty since I didn’t have time to prepare.
I grow worried someone might hear her and tear a piece of her shirt of and stuff it into her mouth, revealing her lavender bra. I step back and smirk, admiring my own work and quick thinking.
After a few moments, I open the door back up and crawl into the driver’s seat. The engine roared into life and sped off towards my beloved home where my would-be proud husband is waiting.
Stella