by Amber Skyze
“I’d like to speak with her so I’ll wait if you don’t mind.” He wanted answers and he wasn’t leaving until he had them.
“I don’t really think that’s a good idea. She said something about going another round when she was done. That chick is insatiable.” Paul winked as if they shared some secret bond.
“Go fuck yourself, Paul.” Tony stomped away down the porch and over to his place. He wanted to wring Paul’s neck but knew he couldn’t. Something was wrong. He felt it in his gut. Something was off about the setup over at Allie’s.
Working off his instincts, Tony grabbed his binoculars and did the one thing he promised he wouldn’t do after he started getting close to Allie—he spied on her.
Paul stood in the kitchen. He’d lost the towel and Tony thought he’d lose his dinner. Skipping over Paul he scanned the rest of what he could see in the house. Allie was nowhere to be found. He tracked back to Paul. He was standing by the kitchen table drinking a beer. Tony’s beer.
“Bastard.”
“Who’s a bastard?” Dale asked startling Tony.
He turned to see Dale standing in his doorway.
“And why are you spying on Allie?”
“Instincts man, instincts. Something is off kilter.”
Dale was in the other window sporting a pair of binoculars immediately.
“Eeww. I’d say something is wrong. What is our suspect doing in Allie’s kitchen naked?”
“That’s what I’m trying to figure out. He claims she wanted him there. I’m just not buying it. She wouldn’t do that to me.” At least he hoped.
“You know women, dude. You can’t always trust them.”
“Allie’s different, Dale. I swear. She wouldn’t cheat. It’s not in her nature.”
“Whoa,” Dale said.
“What?” Tony peered through the lens trying to see what Dale saw.
“I think you’re right. We have an issue and it’s kinda big.”
Tony couldn’t see anything wrong. He saw Paul disappear into the bedroom and nothing.
“What Dale? Tell me.”
“Allie is in the bedroom tied to a chair. She looks like her mouth is covered with duct tape. He has a knife.”
“Damn.” They had guns so they could shoot if they had to, but neither knew how unstable this guy was and what he’d do if confronted. “We have to get her out of there before he does something horrible.”
“Agreed. What do you propose we do?”
Tony paced the living room trying to decide the best way to handle this. He knew they didn’t have much time. With Paul naked there was only one thing it could mean, he would force himself on Allie.
A sickening thought came to mind. Had he already raped her? From the smug look on his face earlier it was a possibility. God, he hoped he was wrong.
“We could easily pick the lock and sneak into the bedroom. If the bedroom door is locked we could bust it down. My only fear is he’ll use the knife on her.”
Dale walked over and placed a hand on Tony’s shoulder. “We’ll get her out safely, don’t worry.”
Tony was worried and angry. Rage crawled through his veins heating his body with a madness. He could kill Paul right now and it wouldn’t bother him. He had to think logically though. If he killed Paul it could ruin the investigation too. Paul was their suspect.
“Can you call for backup? Maybe we should send the guys to bust the house while we get Allie out.”
“I thought we decided it best to do it in the middle of the night.”
“Plans changed.” Tony walked away from Dale. He raked his fingers through his hair and let out a disgusted breath.
I’m coming for you Allie. I’m going to get you out of there.
Dale made a few phone calls while Tony watched the house. Paul hadn’t left the bedroom since he reentered it. Imagines of him forcing himself on Allie filled Tony’s mind. He’d kill the bastard if he harmed Allie. She was his and Tony wouldn’t let anyone hurt her.
“We’re all set. We can go over to Allie’s and the guys will bust the house down the beach. The boss wasn’t happy about the change in plans, but I think I managed to convince him this was for the best.”
“Thanks man. I owe you one.”
“We’ll talk about that later. Now let’s go rescue your woman.”
Dale slapped Tony on the back. Together, loaded with tools to break into the house, and guns, they went to Allie’s to save her from the psycho who held her hostage.
Chapter Six
Paul moved closer and Allie knew she’d be sick. The sight of his penis hard and throbbing made her ill. He’d told her he was going to make her suck his dick and he wasn’t lying.
“Ready to get me off bitch?”
She’d rather puke on him or bite him but knew it wouldn’t make the situation any better. She thought for sure Tony would realize she was in danger but he hadn’t. He’d shown up and left.
“What’s the matter, lover boy disappoint you? I told you he was too stupid to know better. He thinks you and I are together and we had amazing sex. You should’ve seen his face when I told him how insatiable you were.”
His evil laugh filled the room.
If she could speak she’d tell him how despicable he was, but the duct tape prevented her from saying anything. It was just as well, as it would only lead to more trouble for her when she opened her mouth.
Poor Tony. She hated that he thought she’d slept with Paul. Hopefully when this was all over she’d be able to explain what happened and have him believe her. This night was supposed to be special. She had planned to tell him how she felt, instead she was tied to a chair wondering if she was going to live or die. She prayed she didn’t die without telling Tony she loved him.
Paul ripped the tape off without hesitation. The sticky glue pulled at her skin and she cried out in pain.
“Ouch!”
Paul slapped her face. “Shut up bitch. I’m not going to stand for you speaking. Once I fill your mouth with my cock you won’t be able to utter another word.”
Allie looked down at the floor. She refused to make eye contact with the asshole. She tried to think about positive things.
Paul lifted her chin forcing her to look at him.
“I’m going to stick my penis in your mouth now. If you do anything to hurt me I’ll maim you. Understood?”
Tears prickled her eyes and she nodded. She understood and wouldn’t fight him. She’d do what she was needed to get out of the situation—alive.
As he stepped closer she decided to make one last effort to get out of the situation.
“Wait.”
“I thought I told you no more speaking,” he growled.
“I know and I’m sorry but I was thinking.”
“Go on.”
“I was thinking if you untie my hands I could use them to bring you more pleasure. I know this little trick I do will enhance your orgasm.” It was all bullshit, but if she could get him to release her hands maybe she could fight him off and get out of there. With her hands tied behind her back she had no chance.
She looked to see what he was doing. It seemed he was considering her offer. He picked up the knife off the bed and directed it at her.
“I’m warning you. Any funny business and—” He made a slicing motion across his neck.
She shook.
The thought of him cutting her skin or hurting her in any way scared her. Her thoughts turned to Tony. Would she ever see him alive again? Would he ever know that she loved him?
“I’m going to cut the ties off you, but one wrong move and you’re a dead woman. Understood?”
“Yes.” He was going to release her hands. It was one step closer to possible freedom. Hopefully Tony was home and she could run to the safety of his place.
Paul walked behind the chair and started cutting at the ties. Allie could feel the back of the blade as it moved up and down against her wrist. The plastic broke and her hands fell to her sides. Her arms ached terribly. Sh
e lifted them so she could rub her wrists and get the blood circulating again.
Suddenly the door burst open.
“Freeze.” There in the doorway looking every bit the part of hero stood Tony. His gun pointed at Paul.
An arm snaked around her neck and the blade of the knife was sticking in her throat. She felt blood trickle down her neck.
“Please Paul. You don’t want to do this,” she pleaded.
“Put the knife down Paul or I’ll have to shoot.”
“Go ahead and I’ll slice her throat like the pig you are.”
“Paul, this is over. Put down the knife.” Tony looked to Allie. “Are you okay?”
“Yes.” She was fine now that he was there.
“Do you trust me?”
“Shut up pig or I’m gonna cut her,” Paul said.
Yes, she mouthed. The word was barely out when a shot rang out, blasting her eardrum. Paul’s arm fell from her neck and she heard him stumble backward, slamming into the dresser. The knife hit the floor with a thud.
“You son of a bitch,” Paul yelled.
Allie jumped from the chair. Tony pushed her down on the bed as he charged Paul. Paul tried to fight back, but his strength was lost to the bullet lodged in his arm. Tony wrestled him to the floor and handcuffed him.
“Everything all right in here?” Another man stood in the doorway.
“We got our man on attempted rape and intent to kill.” Tony lifted Paul to his feet and pushed him toward the man. “Can you take him out to the car, Dale?”
“Sure thing, partner.”
Allie watched as Paul was dragged out of her bedroom. Once he was gone she fell into a crumpled mess, curled up in a ball on the bed, crying. The tears streamed from her eyes as sobs racked her body. She was nearly killed today.
“I’m sorry I wasn’t here for you, Allie.” Tony pulled off his shirt and patted the blood on her neck. “Oh thank God, it’s only a flesh wound. I thought he’d sliced you.”
He placed a gentle hand on her arm and she pulled him to her. She needed to feel safe and secure in his arms.
Tony allowed her to drag him on the bed and he gathered her in his strong arms. As he held her he whispered promises that everything would be just fine.
“You’re safe now,” he said. “Nothing bad can happen to you now. Paul is gone and he’s not coming back.”
Allie continued crying taking in everything he said. She believed she was safe as long as he was by her side.
“What happened to you? Why did you leave earlier?” she asked through sobs.
“Paul told me you didn’t want anything to do with me. He was wearing a towel for Christ’s sake. He said you two had…you know.”
“And you believed him? Do you really think I’d just jump into bed with another guy so soon after the amazing night we had?” Did he really think so little of her? She wiped at the tears as the fear turned to anger. She couldn’t believe he’d think that of her.
“No. Well, at first I wasn’t sure. I mean I trust you, but Paul made a very compelling argument. But when he wouldn’t let me talk to you I began to suspect something was wrong. When I noticed the food on your plate wasn’t touched, I realized something was definitely wrong. I know how much you love your food.” He laughed.
Allie joined him in his laughter. The food had given her away. That was a good thing. Who knows what would have happened had Tony not seen the untouched food.
“I’m so glad you know me so well,” she said, snuggling to his chest again. She ran her finger along his shirt. “It’s what I love about you.”
Tony pulled out of their embrace.
“Did you just say you loved me?”
She batted her eyelashes at him and blushed. “Yes.”
“Really?”
Allie bit her lower lip. Had she made a mistake confessing her feelings? He didn’t look as happy as she expected him to be. He looked almost put off by her statement.
She could lie to him and tell him she hadn’t meant it, but she wanted to be one hundred percent honest with him, because she did love him. If he didn’t return the feelings, that was fine. She’d live with the fact that he didn’t love her too, but she wasn’t going to deny how she felt for him.
“Yes, Tony. I’ve fallen madly in love with you.”
“Oh Allie.” His face turned from shock to admiration in a few seconds. He touched her face with his hand. “I love you too, Allie.”
This time it was her turn to be unsure. “Really?”
“Absolutely. I knew the moment I laid eyes on you I was in trouble. You had me that first day. I tried to deny the feelings creeping up inside, but I couldn’t. I was drawn to you by a force much greater than me.”
She wanted to cry again at the sweet things he was saying.
“You’re pretty amazing yourself, Tony.”
“I hate to break up the party, but you have to a job to do, Romeo.”
“Fuck,” Tony cursed under his breath.
“It’s okay. Go.”
“Dale, this is Allie. Allie, this is Dale my partner.”
Dale extended his hand and Allie accepted it.
“It’s nice to meet you, Dale. Thank you so much for saving my life.”
“This guy here has great instincts. He knew you were in danger.”
“Oh don’t go giving me all the credit. You’re the one who spotted her tied up in the chair.”
The realization that they had spied on her and it saved her life was overwhelming. If they hadn’t spied she could be dead.
“Thank you both.”
“Are you going to be okay in here or do you want to come with us?” Tony asked.
“I’ll be fine. I’m just going to lay here for a bit. You’ll be right outside, right?”
“I’m not going anywhere. If you need me holler. I’ll be in here in a flash.”
“Okay.”
She watched Tony and Dale walk out the door to finish their job. She rested her head against the pillows and closed her eyes. The horrible ordeal was over and she was in love. The best part of it was Tony loved her too.
About the Author
From a very young age, Amber Skyze began making up stories—the only child syndrome. Had anyone asked her back then if she would write when she grew up, she’d have laughed. It wasn’t until raising children and reading all those romances that she decided, hey, I can write these. Then she discovered erotica and found her calling.
This New York transplant now resides in Rhode Island with her husband (the inspiration behind her stories), three children—who force her to work a day job—and three dogs. She’s thrilled to join the authors of Ellora’s Cave.
Amber welcomes comments from readers. You can find her website and email address on her author bio page at www.ellorascave.com.
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