The Phoenix Knights MC: Strength of Love (Rebecca Waters) novel Chapter 2

Olivia’s POV-

I parked in my usual spot at school, finding Benny and Megan already there waiting for me. Even as I parked the car, I noticed that c*****e was already there, watching her like he always did. I still have yet to find out why he watches me so much.

I waved for my friends to get into my truck, as I killed the engine. I didn’t want anyone to hear our conversation.

Megan jumped into the passenger seat, and Benny climbed into the back seats. Megan crossed her arms across her chest, clearly very angry with me. “What the hell is going on with you? Why do you need to run away?”

I sat back and winced. Looking around to make sure no kids were close to my truck.

“What is it? Why are you being so cagey?” Benny asked.

“Because I don’t want everyone knowing about the hell I have lived in for the last ten years,” I replied, as I cautiously pulled the back of my sweater and cami top up, to show the bruising on my ribs.

Benny and Megan both gasped. I pulled my clothes down before anyone saw my injuries.

“Why didn’t you tell us sooner?” Megan asked.

“You know how Harry is. Always telling everyone who would listen that, he took me in and gave me his name, raised me as his own, even though I wasn’t his. He displays himself as a good man with everyone, so many are manipulated by him. Who would believe me? But after last night, I know I need to leave, before he kills me. I just don’t know how anyone can help me either,” I replied.

“What about your biological dad? Is there not anything he can do to help you? I mean you never mentioned him before,” Benny said.

“My mum said he was a one-night stand she had, she doesn’t even remember his name. I am starting to think that is a lie, and I have tried to find him, but if he doesn’t know I exist, then he isn’t looking for me,” I said.

Benny nodded, “What plan do you have?”

“I have the money to leave, I just think I am going to have to drop out of school, which isn’t exactly what I wanted. I always wanted to go to college, build my accounting firm from the ground up. But with how he is, I am going to have to forget my dreams and leave for good,” I sighed, feeling defeated.

Who wouldn’t feel defeated having to give up their dreams because of a man who should be protecting you from harm, not causing it?

Megan launched herself at me, tears streaming down her face, as she wrapped her arms around me. I winced very loudly, as she immediately moved back, saying, “I am so sorry. I didn’t hurt you more, did I?”

I shook my head. “I am still very sore. I didn’t go home last night, so I wasn’t able to soak my muscles and ease the stiffness of the bruises. Add to that, I slept here in this seat. I ache all over more than normal.”

I pulled her back in, this time gently, so that I didn’t get hurt. But this time she was so cautious, touching me gently in an embrace. Benny even joined in on the hug. I was surprised at how gentle he was. He is the type of guy to bear hug you. Why do I get the feeling he understands the position I am in more than anyone I have ever known?

“Do you need to slowly move stuff out of your parents' house before you disappear?” Benny asked.

I nodded, “I will probably need to get a new truck as well, one they don’t know about.”

“Get one, and we will keep it at my house. My mum won’t argue. She will help you if you need it,” Benny said.

“Why would she help me?” I asked, feeling confused. I have never met his mum, and I know his dad is not in his life.

“The reason my dad isn’t in my life is that he abused my mum, and at thirteen-years-old I beat the s**t out of him. I made such a ruckus that the police were called, and my dad got taken away. He is in prison now,” Benny replied.

Now, that explains why he never speaks about his dad, and why he is always at the boxing gym. He is a good fighter. I have seen him sparring before. Megan and I both have. He must have started training young so he could protect his mother. Another reason why I think he will be good for Megan. I have seen the way they look at each other.

I nodded, “If I can hide some things at yours over the coming days, and maybe buy a new truck that I can keep in your driveway until I can leave. That would be great. Thank you, Benny.”

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