The Escape (2)

The moon shined brightly and no clouds stood in its way. Uncle Ruth had left the mansion to run some important errands. Jacob too had gone out to meet some friends. Lauren had some stuff of her own to deal with. And before she left for those matters ,she had talked to laira about the conflict between her and Jacob. After a sincere apology she left her in Jasmine's capable hands. Thus, all the events were in favor of the three cousin's plan, their plan to get Laira out of the house for one night.

Laira felt lucky to have such daring cousins. Ranz and Jasmine acted like professional secret agents as they began their sneaking-out action. Jasmine walked in front and Laira behind her. Ranz had disappeared a while ago, and no on knew where he had gone. Jasmine walked gracefully as if she was trying to make herself familiar with the way she was gonna walk on a red carpet event. laira tried her best to muffle her laughter as she watched Jasmine do a crazy hip wave. Soon enough they reached the main door where they came face to face with Paul. He was busy talking in the phone when he noticed Jasmine and laira standing there with wide eyes.

He looked at them, puzzled by their expression. But soon enough, something struck him and he immediately bowed. Jasmine let out a sigh while Laira was stiff as a log.

"Hello there, John." Jasmine said cheerfully.

Paul looked up with a troubled face and Laira shared his expression.

"Madam Jasmine." he acknowledged ignoring the fact that she had got his name wrong.

Jasmine awkwardly moved her hand at the sides, as she carefully spoke,

"I.. Um.. I am going for my show. I'll probably be late. Is that all right for you?" she demanded.

Paul's eyes widened a little. Laira gulped. She lost all hope of leaving the house.

"Oh, there you are Pauly." a voice said from behind. All three heads shot towards the sound and saw Tina, (Evangeline) running towards them with a bright smile. Her small maids uniform made her look like an adorable middle school girl. Yet no one will miss the bold voice that she spoke with.

Immediately, she noticed the two mistresses of the house.

"Madame Jasmine, Miss Laira." she acknowledged them.

Inspite of the situation, Laira was happy to see her. For some unknown reason, she felt close to her.

Tina glanced at Laira and smiled. She then whispered something into Paul's ears, causing his ears to turn red.

" Hope you enjoy your show miss, please excuse us." Paul said.

Jasmine gave a proud node and watched them enter the mansion.

"All clear." she said and grabbed Laira's hand, as they made a run for it.

A red Bugatti was parked outside the mansion. Jasmine and Laira got in, and let out a huge sigh. "That was so close!." Laira exclaimed.

" It was fun!" Jasmine said earning a glare from Laira. She chuckled, watching the poor girl, still trembling, from the tension.

"Now where is that idiotic brother of mine?" she said looking towards the mansion gates. A few minutes passed, and every time they heard footsteps, they would hold their breath.

"What is taking him so long?"

As of on cue, Jasmine's phone rang.

She picked it up immediately and scolded Ranz. " Where the hell are you? We already got to the car !"

In an instant, Jasmine's eyes widened. She then looked over at a surprised Laira. She ended the call and stared at the steering wheel for a fraction of a second before she spoke to Laira.

"Umm.. Ranz said that he got out before us." She let out a frustrated sigh before continuing ," also he is headed to your dad's hotel."

Laira gaped. Watching her, Jasmine let out a laugh.

"Oh well, hope he knows what he is doing."

Laira couldn't believe that they were gonna go to her dad's hotel, where to celebrate Lance and her birthday, a place without worries, it was like a different world, peaceful and happy. With its extra security, on duty twenty-four hours, limited VIP costumers, it was the ideal place where a family like hers, a family who is under constant threat would be able to feel safe and enjoy their time.

Jasmine drove on the empty road, she looked as anxious as laira. Firstly because, they were risking everything by trusting immature little Ranz. And second, they weren't sure whether it's worth the risk.

Laira looked outside, as the streetlights flashed yellow on her pale face. What has her life turned out to be?... Thoughts filled her as the red Bugatti raced like a beast.

A huge building came into sight. It's windows gleamed golden. An incredible elegance. A luxury adorned with beautiful memories.

They drove past a few guards and stopped at the entrance, where seven hefty soldier like guards stood heavily armed.

'' Here we are! '' Jasmine squealed with excitement, as she gestured to exit the car.

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