Meeting Jesse's eyes, “You stay here. Do not let her leave this house. Whenever she moves out of our room. Unless I’m here you shadow her. DO NOT LET HER OUT OF YOUR SIGHT DO YOU UNDERSTAND?” my voice sounded calm.
I made sure he understood the last part though. “Got it boss.” His reply was quick. I nod my head and turn to look at the others. “Find him now.” With that they file out with me not far behind.
Chapter 40
Tessa
I was so happy the talent show was canceled. I did a little happy dance in my head.
Ella almost cried. So naturally being her best friend forever. I did that shit in my head. I put on an unconvincing sad face. When I say unconvincing. I mean unconvincing. I couldn’t get the stupid smile off my face no matter how hard I tried.
“I know you’re not really sad Tessa.” Ella whispers “You’ve got this shit eating grin on your face like you peed in someone’s Wheaties.” she says with a grin on her face.
So, I make it a full-blown smile “Only Amber’s” I say sincerely. I watch as Ella almost falls out of her chair she’s laughing so hard.
“I’m not joking. When she wasn’t looking, I put some pee in her Wheaties.” I mock whisper.
Then Ella hit the floor, tears running down her face. “Stop, stop.” she gasps out “Well, what the fuck did she think showing up last night trying to get in Axel's bed again. I found her on the couch this morning and it was too early for an ass whooping. I didn’t even have my coffee yet. So naturally I asked one of the many guards to pee in a cup for me.”
“I got a raised eyebrow and a nod. Then I hid all the other cereal and left only the Wheaties. I mean I can’t pee in someone’s Wheaties if it’s not Wheaties right...” she laughs so hard it looked painful.
Jesse was also laughing his ass off. “.. So, when she came in the kitchen. I had been waiting, sipping my coffee. She looked for the other boxes of cereal and came up short. Then she poured her Wheaties and added her milk. I distracted her with an oh look, there’s Axel. He looks so yummy.”
“She whipped her head around. Jumped up and started to fix her clothes. You know the usual pulling down her shirt so her boobs almost pop out. And pulling her skirt up so high her ass almost fell out. Anyway, well, this is happening, I add a little...”
Jesse raises an eyebrow at me “... Ok a lot of pee to her Wheaties. Before retreating to the counter I say, oh my bad. Guess it wasn’t him and slowly sip my coffee. Watching over the rim of my cup as she turns around. Her shoulders slumped. She then proceeds to eat her Wheaties. After the first bite, she made a face. You know the one where it looks like she’s constipated, anyway...”
I wave my hand “... She ate them all, and it was really hard not to laugh. But I managed.” I finally finish making it sound like I did her some big favor.
Jesse is now rolling around on the floor with Ella. The talent shows completely forgotten. I give myself a pat on the back for both helping Ella and, of course, for helping Amber this morning you know because I’m a good Samaritan like that.
Using the toe of my knee-high boot I nudge Jesse. “Come on. I’m hungry and you know how I get when I’m hungry.” I give another nudge on principle alone. I mean really, he should know.
Both Jesse and Ella peel themselves off the floor and start to head in the direction of the school cafeteria.
“I need to call Axel. He’s going to want to hear what you’ve been up to,” he gives me the Cheshire cat smile. Bastard knows that if he tells Axel I’m going be in trouble.
So, I give him my own Cheshire cat smile “OK Jesse. But just know this. Amber won’t be the only one on my shit list and you see how well, she’s faring.” My smile grows even bigger. When Jesse goes a little pale. He puts his phone back in his pocket. Hands go up in surrender and he nods his head.
“Alright Tessa you win. What Axel doesn’t know. Yeah, don’t tell him. You know, if he finds out OK.” he gulps a little.
Reaching out I place my hand on his shoulder. “I won’t tell if you won’t.” I say in all sincerity. I watch Jesse’s devil may care smile pop back into place.
Ella’s hand wraps around my arm and gives a little tug. “Hurry up if you don’t eat now the monster will come out. I don’t want to deal with the monster Gr.” she mocks growls at me.
Nodding my head solemnly. I let her drag me to the cafeteria. Knowing full well, I can turn into a hair standing on edge crazy eyed monster. When I was hungry.
The last time that happened, I cleaned out the kitchen and all but attacked some poor guard at the house.
When another guard said “How are you so small and not the size of a house.” He was limping for a week. He now keeps a four-foot distance between us at all times.
Grabbing some food. I turn and start walking over to our table. When out of nowhere Amber is stepping in my way. I watch out of the corner of my eye. Jesse’s headed our way.
I give a slight shake of my head. I’ve got this. “Get out of my way Amber.” I say calmly. “You think you’re so special. You fucking whore. I’ve got news for you. When Axel gets bored. He’ll come back to me. It’s only a matter of time.” she screeches at me.
“What’s wrong Amber did someone pee in your Wheaties?” I ask. I hear a small bang and watch over Amber’s shoulder. OK, well, not her shoulder considering she’s a mini giant.
Ella hit the floor once again laughing. Well, poor Jesse tried so hard not to laugh. Unfortunately for him he needs to be on guard. Or Axel will have his balls.
Well, if they don’t explode because he’s laughing so hard. “What the fuck are you talking about.” Amber looks so lost and confused.
Screwing up my face to look sympathetic “How were your Wheaties this morning? Did they have a sunny yellow glow to them?” I ask sweetly.
Just then Jesse hits the floor hard. It looked painful “Huh?” she asks. Clearly confused. “I added a little extra to your breakfast. I think his name was Josh? Jason? Joe? I can’t remember his name. But I put a little of him in there, was it good?” judging by her face it was totally lost on her.
Shaking my head. I leave her there and continue to my table. I’m fucking hungry and even the pleasure I take in tormenting Amber. Even that hasn’t changed anything.
I got half way through my food. The nectar of life. My num nums. When my phone went off. “Hey.” my automatic response. “Have you been being good Tessa?” it was Axel.
“Of course, Why wouldn’t I be?” I ask sweetly. “I just got a call from a very confused Amber. Something about some guy that’s name started with a J and Wheaties. You wouldn’t know anything about that, would you?” his voice was like silk.
It smoothed over my body. Making me shiver in response. “Well, she stayed over last night and had some Wheaties for breakfast.” I say airily. Sounding like I didn’t have a clue. Any at all what the problem could be. I won’t lie to him. But I won’t be forthcoming either.
I hear him sigh and felt a twinge of guilt. He sounded so tired. Here I was causing him some more problems. “What did you do Tessa?” he asks.
“OK, I asked a guy whose name started with a J to pee in a cup. I then put it in her Wheaties. And she had Wheaties because I hid all the other cereal. You know you can’t pee in someone Wheaties. When they’re not eating Wheaties.” I reply quietly. Feeling really bad about bothering him and causing him trouble.
Silence greets my response. I start to fidget. I don’t like it when he’s mad at me “Don’t be mad. I’m sorry.” I say quickly in a small voice.
“I’m not mad baby.” I can hear the strain in his voice. He chuckles “I got to go baby. Stay with Jesse at all times OK.” it wasn’t a question.
“Of course, I will. Even in the girls' room.” his response is immediate. “He better stay out of the stalls, no peeking. I will pluck his fucking eyes out.” he growls.
That’s all it took for wetness to flood my panties. Shifting in my seat I say a little breathlessly. “Of course, no peeking! I'll tak
e his eyes out first.” another chuckle.
“I know baby; I’ll see you soon. Try to be good.” “Always.” I reply. Ending the call on his chuckle. I slip my phone back into my pocket.
I return to eating. Looking at Jesse I inform him “Axel says no peeking or you'll lose your eyes.” my voice is nonchalant.
I watch his eyes widen. Then his face pales a little. He gives me a quick head nod. I smile at him. I couldn’t help it.
The rest of the day flew by quickly. And before I knew it. I was curled up on the couch watching John Wick. Who reminded me of Axel. My eyes felt heavy. Sometime later I felt strong arms scoop me up. Then carry me to bed. Snuggling my face into his chest I let the darkness consume me again.
Chapter 41
Axel
Still chuckling, I end the call with Tessa. I notice everyone is looking at me. Shaking my head "Tessa being Tessa.” I say with a shrug.
Looking at Jace I ask " Everything set up?" "Yes boss." he replies with a smile. I couldn't tell if it was because of Tessa. Who everyone seemed to love or because of what we were going to do.
Walking into the other room, I run my fingers over the various tools. Tools I will use today. I will show no mercy. There will never be any mercy when it came to Tessa.
Selecting a pair of needle nose pliers. Already deciding I would use these first. I head over to my new friend. "Where is he?" I ask calmly. When all I want to do is shout the words at him. I'm met with silence.
"Should I start with your fingernails, toenails or maybe your ear?" I question out loud watching him shudder.
He must not believe I'll do this. He has no fucking clue what I would do or what I'm capable of. I Decide to start small. It lasts longer that way.
Sinking down I grab his foot. Running the pliers slowly over his toes. Until I reach the baby toe. I give him a smile. Then I grab his nail between the pliers and pull firmly yet slowly until his toenail comes off.
He lets out a small grunt of pain through gritted teeth. "Got anything to say? I could do this all day. I know how to make it last. I know how to make you feel the most pain. All the while making sure you stay alive." I say nonchalantly.
I'm met with silence. Shrugging my shoulders, I move the pliers to the next toe and slowly pry the next toenail off. Another grunt of pain and more silence.
Really getting into it. I just keep going. I don't stop to ask him anything. Once all his toenails are gone, I make my way to his fingernails. Still nothing. Only grunts. And those have gotten louder. He's sweating.
I think I even see a few tears welling up in his eyes. I want screams of pain. I need screams of pain. I want to hear him beg. I want him to confess. At the same time. I'm enjoying this too much for it to end. The more he fights it the better it is for me.
Putting the pliers down. I’ll save his ears. For now, I like working on the toes and fingers. Reaching over. I grab the cigar cutter.
The cuts are cleaner than that of a knife. Smoother. I said I want it to last. So, it will last. I start with the baby toe again. Slipping it into the perfect circle I pinch my fingers together until the blades connect and his toe falls to the floor. Making my way through his toes one at a time. His screams are music to my ears.
When his toes are, all gone. I move on to his fingers. Grabbing one I slide the cigar cutter up to the first knuckle. Pressing down, taking just the tip of his finger clean off.
Moving the cutter to the next knuckle I press down. Now we have about half a finger. I'm not satisfied I want the whole finger. I didn't stop at just one. I slowly make my way through all his fingers until they were all gone.
He's bleeding profusely. Shaking my head. I'm not ready for him to pass out from blood loss. Our game would have to end. Grabbing the salt, I pour some into my hand and rub it into the ends of both his feet and hands.
Tears are now pouring down his face. He jerks and screams. Kneeling I move back to his feet. Grabbing a knife. I slide it under the skin and start peeling it like a potato.
At this point blood, has soaked the plastic covering the floor. Removing my eyes from my work I look at Jace knowing without asking he had already started a small fire. The knife was already getting hot turning a nice orange red color.
I watch as Jace reaches over and hands me the blade that's now black from the fire. I reach over with my other hand and grab the foot that's covered in blood and press the blade to the bottom of his foot.
The sizzling of burning flesh could be barely heard over the screams. " Where is he?" I demand. Once again half hoping for nothing. But then again, even if he gives up who said I had to stop.
His whimpering only annoys me. I need screams not whimpers. " I don't know. I really don't know. He told me to wait at the school for her. Then told me what classes and what time they are. He said to collect her during gym today. That her guard wouldn’t be in the locker room. Per your orders. That her friend wouldn’t be there. He would make sure of it." Fresh tears pour down his face as he sobs uncontrollably.
Turning I look at Jace "Time?" I demand trying to keep the rising panic out of my voice. "Twelve thirty-two boss." He looks a little panicked himself. Shit, Fuck, Mother fucker.
"Call Jesse. Tell him to get in the fucking locker room now!" standing. I storm to the door not giving a shit about anything else. I needed to get to Tessa.
Hearing the word. " Boss." I turn to look at Jake's face. "You may need to clean up first boss." he points to my clothes. Looking down I take a good look at myself. I'm covered in blood, fuck.
Looking at Jace "He’s got her boss." I watch Jaces face form a smile. "Got an eyeful though." he starts laughing. Reaching for the phone I hear Jesse yelling.
"I did fucking not. You fucker. He will kill me!"
" Jesse" I say calmly. I hear silence. Then his panicked voice comes over the line again. " I swear boss; I didn't see a thing. Just her back as I did a quick sweep of the room." I feel myself smile good. I really didn't want to kill him.
" Where’s Ella?" I try for calm.
"Her and Amber got into. When Tessa was going pee." he chokes slightly on the pee part. I feel a small smile at that "... She was sent to the principal’s office. Dan's with her." I feel myself relax
"Collect the girls. Get them home now Jesse." My voice is hard. " Boss." Is his reply before the line goes silent? Tossing Jace his phone. I walk back over to our guest.
"What were you supposed to do when she was in the locker room?" I watch him shake. "Just grab her. I wasn't going to hurt her. I was going to use chloroform. He told me to hit her. There was no way it was going to happen, I swear." he swallows.
My temper rising to another level "Then what were you supposed to do with her?" I ask trying to sound relaxed. Let’s make him believe I was going to let him leave.
No more torture. Maybe even walk away with his life. " I was supposed to bring her to Twenty-Two Washington Ave that's all I know. I swear it. Please, no more." he begs for his life.
Looking over at Jace " Take care of this. I need to clean up and head home." Jace gives me a nod and a knowing smile.
Going up the stairs. I take the back way to my office. Once there, I strip. Then climb into my private shower.
Standing under the hot spray. Hot water slides down my skin. I watch the water go from red to pink and finally clear before scrubbing up.
Quickly dressing I head home to see Tessa. I’ve missed her so fucking much.
Chapter 42
Tessa
I can't fucking believe this. How the fuck could he do this. Sending Jesse into the locker room to get me. Was over the top bullshit.
I'm fuming as I stab my legs into my pants. Looking down at my bra clad chest. I feel more annoyance sweep over me. At least the bastard could have knocked or hell, even called out a fucking warning.
But no, that's not how it happened not even close. Reaching into my locker. I pull the tank top over my head as the scene plays out again. My hand in my locker reaching for my pants while my hips sway
and my ass shakes. I dance to the imaginary tune in my head.
All the good feelings I was getting went crashing down hard and fast. When I heard a chuckle. Immediately my head snaps to my left. There is the asshole himself. Leaning agents, the locker right next to mine.
Did the little shit stop there? Oh, no he let his eyes rake over my almost naked body. His eyes slowly make their way to mine. Then his head snaps back from the force of my punch. I don't hold back.
I ball up my fist and hit him full force. My knuckles make contact with his too pretty face. Cheek first. Where I'm a little vertically challenged, my fist came from a little low. So, it was a head snapping back slightly to the side fuck you mother fucker kind of hi.
Slipping my boots on I slam my locker closed. My anger is like fire coursing through my veins. My anger at Jesse has started to turn to fury at Axel.
Where does he get off telling Jesse to come into the locker, knowing, I could be scantly clothed to "retrieve me." like a fucking puppy.
Clenching my hands into fists I storm to the door. Reaching for the door handle I start to pull. And nothing. So, I pull a little harder. It moves only slightly. Then nothing. I feel myself start to vibrate in frustration and pent up anger.
That quickly changes when I feel something or should I say someone at my back. My head slowly lifts to take in the large hand pressed against the door. Fear creeps in slowly as my body tenses. "Tsk, tsk, Tessa." the man whispers in my ear.
I feel his breath brush over my ear. It reeks of beer and tobacco. I feel a shudder of disgust crawl up my spine.
The possible exits are running through my head. Why did I make Jesse go into the hall? Stupid, stupid, stupid, Tessa. Think. You can do this. The alternative isn't an option.
Forcing my body to relax. I try to give the impression of surrender and willingness to comply. "Good girl." He whispers in my ear again. I slant my head away a little with the appearance of shyness.
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