Ariana POV

Well now I know that at least he just wants me as a friend. I thought he was going to say he likes me but come on why would he like me? I really cut him because I was nervous. Maybe he was going to say he likes me but now I feel bad there could be a chance. Nah I do not think so!

James was driving me home. There was an awkward silence but I knew I had to break it.

-James I apprecciate everything you made and said. You really did not had to do it. I...
Cutting me

-But I wanted to! And thanks for accepting.

I just give him my best smile and he blushed. This dude is confusing.

-So we are here! Bye Aria. See you tomorrow at school.

-Yeah tomorrow is Friday!

-Can I see you during the weekend? You know hang out.

-Of course and I will call you. Ok bye.

-Bye beautiful sweet dreams... Ohh umm and if anything happens that you need me, anything just call me. Ok?

-Ok bye Uglyful

He chuckled and left. This was a great night. I really enjoyed it. I am changing a lot since I am with him all the time. I like that! Did I just said that? Oh whatever.
I opened the door and the first thing I saw was my step-dad with 4 suitcases and my favorite dress. Oh NOO!

-Can you explain why was your dress hidden in your closet? You knew that I told you not to have it and you disobeyed me. And where were you at this time of the night.

-First of all I did not knew you took my dress. Second that is my dress I can dress whatever thing I want. And third is none of your business.

SLAP!!! Oh geez... my cheek hurts so much.

-TELL ME WHERE THE FUCK YOU WERE?!?!
He yelled

-Goodnight daddy. (note sarcasm)

Then I felt he jumped in top of me and started to punch me as hard as he could. DAMN! It hurts so much. Then I heard a scream.

-NOO!! Richard please let her go!!

It was mom
She tried to take him away from me, but he slapped her so hard she could not stand up. All I can hear is my mom crying. I saw Megan crying up the stairs. She and I knew that if she tried to help she would get hurt too. I am living hell. When he was done he dragged me outside and throw the suitcases on top of me. I feel like shit but worst thing is that he is ripping my beautiful dress.

-DO YOU WANT THE DRESS HERE IT IS!

He throws the beautiful now ripped dress in front of me. I was just crying laying on the floor.

-GET OUT!!! AND NEVER COME BACK!!

He slams the door and leaves me alone.

Oh now what am I going to do. Wait where is my phone I have to call James.
It is in my pocket. Let me see, got it!!! Ok dial his number, dial his number.

-Hey Aria wats up??

-James PICK ME UP I
NEED YOU!!

-I will be right there!

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I was lying in his couch while he was looking at me. I look like a hot mess. I have many bruises everywhere.

-Aria I really do not want to know what happened, but he kicked you out of the house? Because I brought four suitcases.

-Yes he, he did.

-Ok you know I have an extra bed you can stay here if you want.

-Yeah I feel safer here than in any place on Earth.

-Well lets put you into bed.

He carried me bridal style and lay me down in the bed. Well its my bed now because I know I am going to be here for a while. He whispered in my ear goodnight and kiss me on the cheek. It felt so good. But I need some sleep now. What if I am not going to see my mom again. I hope that bastard does not hurt her. My life is a living hell. What is next a serial killer is going to kidnapp me? James will protect me. He is awesome and so handsome. Oh no I cannot stop thinking about him. Suddenly I heard somoenene opening the door. Oh shit. Who is it? Oh no!

I questioned with fear

-What are you doing here?