After spending nearly a full hour on the phone with Jack, I was still no closer to the whole incident. He was holding back information as well; I had to find out because I had to help my brother before it's too late or before someone else finds out the truth. Walking back into the room, I noticed Mike had now left, no doubt he'd be at the bar. I couldn't blame him though. I grabbed my jacket and headed out, or at least tried to. As I opened the door, I came face to face with Tony. “Hi baby.” “Don't you baby me.” I snapped, lightly pushing him so I could get out. I just wanted to go to my own room and go to sleep. I was drained and jet lag was kicking my ass right now. “Who was that on the phone?” He questioned, pushing me back into the room and locking the door. Was he really getting jealous right now? “Just a friend.” I smiled weakly towards him as he took another step towards me. He shook his head at me, calling me a liar. “I swear, he's jus---” I stopped mid sentence, realising my mistake. I wasn't allowed to talk to other boys unless I had his permission or it was one of the band. “He?” There was no point lying, I nodded. I closed my eyes and braced myself for a hit. A hit that never came, that was until I opened my eyes. His hand upon my cheek sent me to the floor. I rubbed the cheek he had hit and stood back up. I couldn't tell right now if this was him being set up to do this or if this was really him. “Who is he?” “No-one.” I replied, earning another slap from him. “It was Jack. Alex's little side kick.” I rushed out before he hit me again. He pinched the bridge of his nose. Muttering to himself. I glanced over at the bathroom door, do I make a run for it and lock myself in there until he goes? Is that a risk worth taking? Maybe not, but I did it anyway. I set off across the room, I managed to get inside. But the door flew open. “I'm sorry.” “I knew you were seeing someone else.” he spat. “Is this Alex setting you up again?” I mentally slapped myself as I asked him this. He let out a slight laugh. “Alex never set me up for anything, dear lord you really are stupid aren't you?” his laugh was evil, he was evil. “Jack is all part of it my dear.” I blinked a few times, was he telling me the truth? No, surely he couldn't be a part of it. He helped me remember? He told me everything. “Alex is dead, no thanks to your pathetic brother.” I don't know what came over me, I stepped forward, slapping him back. “Mikey is not pathetic!” I yelled in his face. “You are the pathetic one.” I pushed past him, running out of the room. I ran down the several flights of stairs, into the lobby. I took a quick glance round. I spotted Mike sat in the bar with Jaime and Vic attempting to pull him away. He pushed them both away, his eyes locking on mine. I mouthed an apology before setting off out the hotel at run again. When I knew I was far enough away I stopped, leaning against the wall. “I've gotta leave this life...” I mumbled, the tears now starting as I sank to the floor. I can't continue this, I'm being played so much and all I want is the peaceful life I've always wished for. Why couldn't I have the perfect life, the perfect boyfriend? My tears turned into sobs. Through my glazed eyes I looked around, for something sharp. *** Groaning, my eyes fluttered opened as water began to hit my face. I was led outside, in the rain. I managed to heave myself up off the floor, I slowly began making my way back to the hotel. I have no idea how long I've been outside but I'm dripping wet and freezing cold and sore. All I knew is that I had to get back to the hotel room, un-noticed. It wasn't long till I reached the hotel again. It was quiet, I looked up at the clock. 3:38am, holy shit I was out of it for a while. I covered my arms up with my coat and walked through the lobby. One of the receptionists spotted me, picking up the phone straight away and dialling a number. The other one, came running to my side as I began unsteady on my feet. I felt overwhelmed, faint, sick. The receptionist helped me onto a chair, trying to take the coat from me. I shook my head, mumbling a 'no' to them. I soon heard voices, Vic and Mike's. Both of them by my side. “Where have you been?” Vic's voice rang. “Out.” I mumbled. Mike managed to pull the coat from my arms. I tried to cover my arms but I couldn't. I heard them say something before one of picked up carrying me back to one of the rooms. They carefully put me down on the bed, one of them climbing in beside me. Everyone's thoughts running through my mind. I couldn't decide if this was me falling asleep or if this was me finally leaving the world behind. I was secretly hoping this was the end for me. “I'm sorry Claire, sweet dreams” was the last thing I heard.

Notes

just one more chapter left on this now :)