Chapter 20

     Amelia was in a dark place again but instead of her dad, she saw a woman. The woman before her looked like a goddess. She was really beautiful. She had a long silky purple hair and eyes. She was dressed in a very beautiful white attire. 

      The woman had a striking resemblance with Amelia. Amelia wondered who this woman could be. 

      The woman was crying. "My beautiful angel. My little fairy. You have grown so much. I am sorry I couldn't take care of you. You were suffering but I could not take away your pain." The woman said as she was crying. 

      "Who are you? Do you know me? Why are you crying?" I said 

      "You are someone precious to me. I was you to find the silver box Gabriel gave to you. Always keep it with you. You will never feel lonely. I hope one day you will find your way home." Saying that she vanished. 

     Amelia came back to reality and slowly opened her eyes. 'What was that all about? Who was that woman?' 

      She looked around the room. It was like she was in paradise. She was sleeping on a really bouncy and comfy bed. The room was much wider than any of the rooms she had ever used, even when her dad was alive. 

       The smell was really satisfying. It looked really luxurious. 'Am I still dreaming?' She gave herself a really hard slap. "Ouch I hurts." She realized she wasn't dreaming. She checked her wig and contact lenses. She was relieved that they were still there but the make up was gone. 

      She recalled that they were taking her somewhere to be a sex slave. 'Oh my God, are they really going to make me a sex slave. I have to look for a way to get out of here.' Amelia tried to get on her feet but she was still very weak. 

     She heard footsteps and quickly pretended to be asleep. The footsteps got closer and the person was already beside her. 

     "I know you are awake. Stop pretending." I flinched and slowly opened my eyes. 

    My eyes widened as I saw who it was. It was Axel. Memories of what he had done came rushing. 'I was falsely accused. He got my scholarship canceled and he also made me jobless. My life is already ruined. What else does he want from me?' 

      I pushed myself to get up. I was still weak but I didn't want to spend a second with this man. 

     "Amelia wait." I didn't answer and kept on walking until I fell down when taking my third step. I wasn't even close to the door. Axel carried me back to the bed. 

      "Listen to what I have to say." He continued. I was too mad to listen. He is the reason I am dying. My heart was already weak and I am even about to die. Does he want to rip out my heart out this time? 

        "I get it if you don't want to believe me. In fact, I don't even care if you believe me anymore but please I beg of you, don't say anymore hurtful words to me. I had enough that day and the studio. You even made me jobless and canceled my scholarship. My life is currently ruined right now. The only thing I have to keep at the moment is my life. Do you want to take that away from me too?" I let out all of my frustration. If he say anymore hurtful words to me, I don't think I will be able to take it. It might shorten my life span even more than it already has.

     "I am sorry." Axel said. I looked at him. Was I hearing things? 

      "I am sorry for everything. I blamed you for what you didn't even know about. I am really sorry. Caroline found evidence. It was your cousins that framed you. I was so angry at that time that I didn't care at all. I know that is not an excuse for me but I am sincerely sorry. I will get back your scholarship and fix everything. I promise." I could see he was being sincere but I can't forget the fact that I am dying because of him. I could get my scholarship and job back but he can't get my life back.

      "Thanks for apologizing but to tell you the truth, I don't think I can forgive you right now. I know you did what you did for Catherine. It's understandable. I was also careless so it's also my fault. You might not understand but you have completely destroyed my life with just what you did. I need time to recover from everything. I don't want you to feel guilty. Maybe someday I can forgive you but not today." I said with a bitter smile on my face. I didn't even know when tears began to rolldown my cheeks. 

      "I understand. I will send your meal up soon." Axel said approaching the door. I quickly called him before he left. 

      "Umm, Axel." He stopped and turned around to face me. "Yes?" 

      "You haven't told me how I got here. How did you find me? Why am I here? Are you perhaps part of those goons?" I didn't know how I ended up here. All I could remember was that I was taken away by some thugs. 

       Axel grinned. "Do I look like those good for nothing? I came to your house and found out that you were taken away. I caught up with the van and was able to rescue you. Anymore questions?" He asked. 

         "Yes, w-who changed my clothes?" I said taking an handfull of the blanket on my body. I couldn't take my mind away from the fact that I was no longer on my old clothes. 

         "Don't worry, I didn't do anything to you. The maids changed your clothes. Shall I go now?" he said smiling.

        I nodded and headed out of the room. I sighed when he left. 'Where am I supposed to go now. If I go back, they will probably sell me off again. My belongings are still there. What should I do?' 

       Then I remember what the woman in my dream said. 'Gabriel was my father's name. She told me that I should find the silver box dad gave me. I felt strange when I saw the woman. The woman also had strange hair and eye color like me. Maybe if I find that woman she might know something about me. I wondered how she knew about the silver box and my dad. Dad gave me before he died and told me never to lose it. I couldn't even open it till now. The box is in that house but how am I going to get it when the crazy woman and psycho daughters are there?"

       I sighed again. I heard a knock and a woman came to the room with a tray. 

      "Good morning ma'am, here is your breakfast." My mouth watered as I saw the food. It was a lot. I haven't been able to even drink water for days. 

        "Thank you so much." I sprang up from my bed and sat upright like I had regained some of my energy back. I looked at the food. 'was it okay for me to eat this much food even when I didn't work for it?' 

        The woman saw that I was not eating the food and asked. "Ma'am, is the food not to your liking? I will quickly make another dish if that is the case." 

         I quickly replied. "N-No, the food is okay. In fact, this are my favorite dishes. It's just that, I didn't work or do anything and I am receiving this amount of food." 

          The woman smiled and said "Don't worry, young master told us to treat you well so if there is anything you need just let us know." I smiled and nodded. 

         When she left the room I couldn't stop myself. I ate every last grain in front of me. "Ahh, the food was really good and I think I already have enough energy to get up. Now I should start looking for where I will be staying." I sighed. 

        Just then the door flew open and someone pounced on me immediately. It was Caroline and Max was right behind her. She burst into tears. 

    "Amelia, are you alright? What happened? We searched for you everywhere but we couldn't find you. Thank God Axel was able to find you. I am so sorry, we came late." 

      I smiled and hugged her back. It was true that I called her and didn't tell her where I was exactly. 

     "I am perfectly fine. You didn't do anything wrong. Axel found me just in time. He also treated me and gave me lots of food. I am full of energy now. See." I told her by shaking my hands ans and body. 

     "So, pls can you stop crying. I really don't want to cry. If I do, my eyes will surely pop out." I said jokingly and both of of laughed. 

      I looked at Carol and hugged her tight. "Carol, thank you. Thank you for believing in me. Thank you for keeping your promise. You have no idea how you have made me happy. I am really really lucky to have you in my life. Thank you." 

      I said and she patted my back gently. I was afraid what happened years ago will repeat itself. I had no one to turn to at that time. Not even my closest friend. But it's different now. I have Caroline. I just feel regret that I only realized it now. In six months I will die. 

        "I will be going now. I have to freshen up. If you are bored just ask for me." I nodded and she left, leaving me and Max alone. 

        He walked up to me. He faced looked like he was afraid of something and I think I already know what was bothering him. 

      "Amelia, are you really fine? I hope it isn't triggered yet. Let's go to the hospital." 

      I couldn't tell him that I was about to die in a few months. I really don't want anyone to worry about me now. 'I am sorry Max but I have to lie to you.' 

      "No need to go to the hospital. I am perfectly fine. It didn't trigger. I am not that weak. I have already gone to the hospital and they have confirmed that I am fine. So stop worrying." 

       He breath out a sigh of relief and patted my head. "Pls take better care of yourself. I will be leaving now." 

      I nodded and watched him leave. Then I suddenly remembered something. 'I didn't thank Axel for saving me. I was reminded of what he had done that I didn't thank him. Even though he is going to be the cause of my death, I should at least thank him for not making it shorter. I will thank him when I see him again.'

       I said and fell back on the bed sleeping off. I haven't had the chance to rest this much in a long time. I should take this opportunity first.