MISSING 2: The argument Ī 

I looked around and keenly observed everyone and everything - well, it was more of everything than everyone or anyone at all!

 I knew he wasn't there. I couldn't blame him. I didn't tell him earlier and didn't keep to time. I kept waiting for some 10 minutes and I saw all sorts of freaks and weirdos behind the 'mask' called 'Human'.

I stood waiting, for the people there were everything far from hospitable. Suddenly, My eyes were covered from behind.

I was alarmed at first but then felt his gentle touch, perceived his strong, arousing cologne and I just knew it was him. No one could tell me any different. I said "Baby?"

Unraveling my eyes, it was him.

He said "Yes sweetie pie"

We embraced in a tight hug for it's been 3 weeks since we last saw each other.

" Oh baby, words can't express how much I missed you," I said with emotions flowing through me

"Then the feeling must've been mutual sweetie 'cause not a day went by without a series of thoughts about you flashing through my mind" He also attested to this fact, it really made me feel loved on another level

" Awwn! I missed this romantic bit of you this much" I got totally carried away on what brought us together there and the environment we were in showering each other with affection.

" How you doing, baby? How've you been? I've really missed you beyond measure " He stated again, and I could tell it was genuine, I could do nothing other than stand there and simper 

"I'm fine baby and I know baby, me too but this isn't the place at all to talk, and time isn't in any way on our side. You've Heard of how father can be. He has me on the timer and either way I already know I'm 'roast toast' by the time I get home, so can we get to your apartment, please?" I let him know this straight up, recalling the fact that I had disobeyed father

" Sure sweetie, anything for you and don't forget, it's your apartment too. After you, the car is at a gas station. I almost ran out of gas so I had to go for a refill just in case. We'll board a cab" He made me feel so special and always did according to my will or what would make me happy. I was so afraid of losing and the thought alone constantly gives me goosebumps 

"  Sure baby, no problem" I agreed 

We left the premises for the road and boarded a cab, the drive was for about 5 - 7 minutes. I curled over his body like a snail curls into its shell. I felt so protected while he put his muscly arms on my back and made them like a protective shield for me. 

I could have dozed off, but it was a short drive. I was so content with the state of things at that moment, but once I remembered what I was about to unveil, I suddenly became unrest.  He must've noticed.

We highlighted, Jacob paid and we headed straight for the car. We got to his car, got in and he started driving us home.

" So sweetie, why couldn't you tell me what you wanted to say over the phone? You sounded so pale, I almost thought it was a life or death situation. Come on, don't keep me in suspense much further I'm here now - say it" He said this in a caring tone that made me think he was my mother

There was silence for a while and I just put my face away, facing the window looking very glum.

"Why quiet? Baby, you alright? You've been this way since you got down from the Cab. C'mon tell me what's up, I don't like seeing you this way" He was so gentle and loving

"Erm Jacob, no of us are leaving now, so it can wait. it's just far too important and besides we're going home now so it shouldn't be a problem. That is to tell you how gravely important this is to us" I just said this 'cause sincerely I was too scared to tell him and kept trying to procrastinate

"You're scaring me like it's really creeping me out" He came out plain

"I am, seriously? well I didn't mean to but it's nice if I'm doing that, 'cause maybe finally I can see big ol' Jacob pee his pants since you've always acted up like a 'Superman'" she put on a maniacal laugh 

"Oh really? That's such a wild imagination of yours" He kissed me on the lip which left me  silent and we both chuckle

After a while, I got so drowsy that I fell asleep. I felt Jacob putting his Jacket over me. 

After a 15-minute drive, we got to his apartment. It wasn't that big but was made especially for two occupants, so it was enough for us.

It was about 2:35 in the day. 

Meanwhile, at home, things were starting to get real freaky and crazy 'cause it was close to 3:00 and dad hadn't heard from me, not even the text or number. 

At this point in time, mum didn't calm down either and was making matters worse. 

"Oh! what a naughty little brat you have here as a daughter!" Dad blasted and was putting all his rage out on mum 

"Oh come on when she's wrong, she's my daughter, she's yours too you know? How come when any of the children do something they become mine, when they are right, they're yours. This isn't fair you know and please this isn't the time for this I am actually worried about my baby girl 'cause this is unlike her " Mum got pissed and had enough of it but was really worried about Gabriella 

Mum and Dad each took turns trying Gabriella's number again and dropping a series of texts she didn't reply.

Her friends get to Teesha's kick-off with the picnic, totally forgetting about Gabriella.