Chapter 10 10

It was horrific. I was so tired and thirsty. Dad refuses to tell me where he is taking me to. Bella tried her possible best to plead with dad but he paid no heed to whatever she was saying. My stepmom and her forsaking daughter were happy to see me leave. It saddens my heart to see that they never loved me even if it's a tiny love, I'd have appreciated the effort but nothing of that happened.

Dad sitting beside me as the driver kept driving us to God knows where. I relax my head on the seat and decided to have less worry. I can't do anything at the moment. As much as I have a lot to say, it wouldn't help at the moment because dad is so pissed.

I let out a sigh and said what was on my mind " Why do you hate me so much"

He seems confused at first then he grunts. I knew he wouldn't say anything and it annoys me the more.

" why did you take me away from her since you know that you'll hate me so much? What was my crime? I did nothing wrong to you to deserve this" The threatening tears tried to drop down but I swallow them in.

" Just shut up," he said instead.

I shrugged. I knew it'll be hard to have a conversation with him. He is so strong-headed and only listens to himself. I doubt dad knows what emotion means. In all my life, I've never seen him laugh at me. A smile would have been okay but nothing at all.

Suddenly I noticed our car stopped. I was confused. I stare out the window only to see the car parked in front of a deserted house. It looks too old. There was a signboard, it was really old.

It says, WELCOME

" where are we?" I didn't know when the words flew out of my mouth. I was so confused. Deep down I knew I won't like whatever dad was going to say but I hoped it isn't what I was thinking.

" we've arrived," he said " Don't waste my time. Get out of the car"

I felt a twitch in my chest. I knew this is the end of me but what can I do? It was either I comply or I get dragged by him. The latter wouldn't be so nice so I did the best thing which was to quietly follow him.

We got down the car and waited for the driver to bring out my luggage. I had thought he would help me carry them but dad stopped him

I gasped. How does dad want me to carry this big luggage? He wasn't having it at all.

" Carry your luggage yourself. This is what you deserve for getting pregnant out of wedlock" he spat. His words hurt.

I sucked in the words that tried to fly out. I wouldn't want to argue with him at the moment " I don't care. As far as I escaped marrying whoever you wanted me to marry, I'm good "Oops. It's so hard holding the words in so I let them out.

He glared at me so hard that I couldn't vividly see the hatred he has for me " you disgust me, you are just like your mother. All you do is whore yourself around and still feel proud of it "

I'm sick and tired of this same topic all the time. My mother, as he loves saying. " I don't give a damn" I hissed

" Don't you cuss in front of me " he gritted " Start moving "

I glared hard at him and did as I was told. I picked up my bag and walked in front of him. I don't know exactly where I was going but I just want to be far from him. He irks me a lot. I can't believe the man I called my father can be so heartless. He doesn't care if his every word hurts or not. He never cares. I laughed bitterly.

" What's funny?" I heard h ask from behind

" It's nothing you should care about " we can be rude together. I don't care anymore.

I was surprised I didn't hear him say anything in return. I didn't want to think too much about it.

We got to a big gate. There was no one by the gate so we pushed it in and went inside. I stared at the building strangely. I don't know what dad is planning, I don't like this feeling at all. The building looks lonely and some worth like an ancient house. I was worried for myself.

I stared around trying to see if I could see someone but no one was around. It beginning to get scary. I need to shout bloody murder if I don't want to die right now. On second thought, it's not like dad will sell me off to some murderers right? Or would he?

I stopped walking. I can't do this, I can't be so blind about things. I need to stand my ground " I can't walk any further if you don't tell me where this place is exactly " I said with folded arms.

Dad knew I meant what I said. He knew I have the same anger issues just like him and if I say I won't, I meant it.

" This will be your new house, Allyson" I could see he was getting tired of trying to explain things to me.

"Dad I am an adult, I can decide for myself. I don't need to stay here. If you don't want me to leave with you then just let me fend for myself instead " I tried to persuade him but knowing him, it would be hard to change his mind.

He pockets his hand. If looks could kill, I'd be ten feet buried underground " Do you think I'd waste hours of my time to bring you here just like that ?"

I stared at him confused " what do you mean ?"

" I know you too well to try something stupid. I can risk leaving you alone. I know you are going to do something that will tarnish my name just like you just did by having this stupid pregnancy."

I wanted him to continue. I knew dad always have motives for doing things.

" you think you can escape this place? Then out must be so wrong. The fact that you didn't see anyone by the gate doesn't mean no one is around watching. A lot of people are watching but they are hidden"

This was beginning to sound scary. I've seen this kind of stuff in movies but the fact that dad is saying these strange things is what is, even more, scarier " what do you mean by that ?"

I guess he noticed the scar on my face, he said " Look over there " he said pointing in that direction. He was pointing at a small room just beside the gate " someone is there, he saw when we came in. I texted the owner of this place about our arrival that is why we had easy access "

I thought as much too. I wonder who this person is, the owner I mean. She must be as scary as the whole place if I'm not mistaken. My feet were already weak from standing.

" Please dad, I don't want to stay here " I needed to plead

He raised brows surprised that I was pleased.

" I need to leave this instance," I said firmly

" I'm sorry you can't. Your helper is here to get you" dad said pointing at the two hefty men coming our way.

"Please don't do this to me. I beg you" I pleaded

He shook his head " this is what's best for you and your child

" I can leave far away from you, I will stay out of the news. Please don't let me stay here, please " I was so not having it.

" It's better you stay here. It's better than wandering around the whole news. You'll be fine here until you give birth to your unborn child. There are many like you here " he said in disgust

I help my tears in. Dad just made me feel so ashamed of myself. I felt so dirty. I have never been disgusted with my friend not until now. I can't take this anymore.

The hefty mean was waiting

, ready to take me in and I can't wait. I can't continue to have a conversation with this man I called my father. He is only making things worst for me and I hate it with a passion.

" You don't need to follow me in. I'm good going inside by myself. Have a nice time with your wife "

" Whichever way you want it but that's not happening. I'll have to follow you in and that is because I know how tricky you can be " he spat.

I smirked " Glad you know who I am. Learned that from the best "

I didn't see what happened next coming. I was met with a hot slap on my face. Dad slapped me. I know I shouldn't be surprised but I was