Cassandra

It was almost midnight but I could still hear the noise coming from downstairs. I intend to tell them that I failed one of subjects but in today's situation where they are like dogs and cats, I know this is not the right time for that. And because I was curious what they were talking about I went to the side of the wall where I could clearly see them below in the living room.

Dad was sitting on the sofa, both his elbows were on his knees and his two hands were on his chin while Mom was standing in front of him, her two hands were on both sides of her waist.

What are they arguing about and why are the atmosphere here is so intense? What could it be that they need to talk at this time? I leaned against the wall and listened intently to their conversation.

"For god's sake, Samuel! They won't stop if you don't report it to the police!" I was almost deaf to Mom’s screams.

Now I know what they are talking about. Probably, Dad received another note and threatened him again about business. This is not new to us because Dad almost or always receives such things and I don't know why he doesn't take an action for that.

He used to just give me a bodyguard which I didn't like because I really didn't want anyone following me. I feel like they’re stalker that I can’t explain.

"And what about our daughter? What about Cassy? All her life she has never felt like having a quiet and peaceful life. She is always in danger! I never dreamed of it for our daughter, I can't sleep at night as I think what could possibly happen to her as a result. " I heard Mom sobbing so I peeked at them. Dad hugged her and stroked Mom's back.

"I've already thought of something for our child's safety. Don't worry too much our child won't be harmed. Nicolas will keep her safe." Dad said.

My forehead suddenly twitched. Who's fucking Nicolas? And why the hell he keeps me safe? What the fuck is happening?

"What do you mean?" Mom asked in surprise.

"Nicolas will be her future husband. I already arranged her to him to keep her safe and Nicolas agreed to it."

What the fudge!

That happened two weeks ago ...

I just sat quietly in the car as I listened to their conversation. I'm in the backseat while Mom is on the passenger and Dad is the driver. Today, I'm meeting my fiancè together with his parents. I really have no idea who we will meet today except that I know they are business partners of my parents. Even pictures they showed me nothing. I wanted to reject this idea of ​​theirs but I couldn’t afford to tell them that. They only said that this is for my own good and safety.

And it back to me everything that happened in our family. So I agreed to what they wanted even though I wasn't sure what my life would be like after all this especially since I was a student. I have no knowledge of being married and I know nothing of housework. I still have dreams I want to fulfill and I don’t really have in mind being a housewife yet.

"Don't worry, Cassy. You'll be safe in the hands of your fiancé. You'll be safe in the hands of the De Lucas." Dad stared at me in the mirror. I sighed at him and looked out the car window.

I don’t want to hear about those people. From what I hear, it seems like I just want to disappear from my seat and disappear like a bubble.

"Cassy, ​​you'll be good there. If something happened just call us but I know that they will protect you, they would never hurt you." Mom said in the passenger seat.

I just looked down at the window. Can they just stop talking about the De Luca family? I always feel that our family is smaller than theirs. And if they could speak it seemed like they couldn’t take care of me and protect me from bad people.

Earlier I was nervous when we just left home. And as I approached the place where their house was, my nervousness only increased. I don't know their family and that thought makes me want to run and hide as much as I can. I feel like I don’t fit in with their family. I feel like the family we face is not just casual.

Sometimes I think, is it right for me to do it? Was this the right decision I made? Why I ended up here?

"We're here."

My mind stopped when Mom spoke. I turned outside. I saw a large gate in front of us where Dad’s car stopped.

Gate, I just thought that they're not ordinary people to live here. This such place.

Someone approached us and because of his wearing , it says that he is a guard. He talked to Dad for a while before the gate rang loudly and at the same time it slowly opened.

I thought a large mansion would open up for us but that was not what I saw, but a wide road. I feel like there is a race of vampires living here. Their house is so hidden that they need a big gate and a wide road and a few more meters before they can reach their house.

The vehicle began to move towards the gate. "Dad, am I safe here?" I ask.

"Of course. Why did you say that? I know the De Lucas. They are kind and good people. I know you'll be fine here."

"I trust you Dad."

He smiled at me in the mirror before continuing to drive.

So, this is it. Good luck to myself.

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