Clash

Harry was gone, the moment I opened my eyes and I know this was the day, that could possible my last and I was already dreading it. I thought back to last night and was still stunned that happened. I pulled the sheets over my head an groaned at the weakness, when I heard a knock on the door, I was still naked so this was embarrassing because the door opened after the knock.

“Anna?” I heard Niall’s voice, which made it even worse. I popped my head from under the sheets and looked at him sheepishly. “What Niall?” I snapped at him, not even trying to be friendly.

“You need to be downstairs in thirty minutes.” He debriefed me and I nodded. “Thank you Niall.” I dismissed him and before he walked out, he threw one glance back and pulled the door shut when he walked out. I sighed and sat up, thinking about this whole thing, how in the world was I going to get close to Bradley? This was going to be a disaster.

I showered and pulled on skinny jeans, a sweater and my vans. I let my hair fall down my back and made my way down. Everyone was already there waiting for me. I cleared my throat the moment I walked in, making a few people jump. Liam was talking to Harry when he turned around. “Ah you’re awake.” He was being friendly, way to friendly and I didn’t trust it for a second.

“So when am I going to Bradley?” I was not in the mood to play games and I thought I saw some hurt in Harry’s eyes. He probably thought I was completely on board with the plan after yesterday but I still was angry about it. “We will drop you off around noon.” He was all business now and I just nodded, whilst looking at the clock.

I had one hour left, I sighed and walked into the kitchen for breakfast. My team was already there, the girls were around me and asked me all kind of questions about how I was doing and what they should do when something would go wrong. I answered them all. Whilst eating and I even managed to smile at them before Harry walked into the kitchen. “It’s time.” With that he walked out. I followed him and he handed me weapons, which I didn’t want because Bradley wasn’t that stupid and would search me.

“I can’t bring any weapons Harry.” I reminded him and you could see the battle in him, he hadn’t thought of that and now it wasn’t as safe as he thought.

I put on my coat and walked to the waiting car, when Harry grabbed my arm and pulled me back. “Maybe we should think of something else.” I pushed him away and shook my head. “You wanted this and now there is no turning back, just deal with it.” With that I got in the car and shut the door. I wasn’t looking at him and when Niall started the engine, I saw Harry take a step to the car but Liam held him back, which was a good thing because I didn’t need his drama right now.

We drove of and I could hear Harry scream my name, it was too late and as we made our way to Bradley’s house, I thought about the last year and how much had happened, it had been a rollercoaster and I really hoped I would walk away alive from all of this and when this was over, I really just wanted to move back to America or another city in England.

“It will be fine.” I heard Niall mumble next to me and I snapped my head to look at him. His hands were tightly around the wheel and his knuckles were white. “Are you okay Niall?” I asked him the minute he shook yes; I knew he was lying. “Just spit it out Niall.” I urged him and he opened his mouth to say something but closed it again. I turned my head back to the glass when he spoke. “We could run, you know, just move to an exotic country, where Harry wouldn’t be able to hurt you anymore and we wouldn’t have to deal with all of this, just say the word and I will turn the car around.” He sounded desperate and for a second I considered it because it was a good idea but it was never going to work.

“Thank you Niall.” I put my hand on his knee. He threw a glance at it but he knew what the thank you meant and I saw the defeat on his face. From that moment on he kept quiet and my nerves were really taking its toll on me, as I started to bite my nails, this was something I never done before.

The car slowed down and that’s when I saw Bradley’s house. It was under heavy surveillance that was one thing I noticed straight away. I grabbed the handle when Niall stopped me. “Be careful.” He said quietly and I nodded, I kissed him on the cheek and moved out the car. I scanned the area and when I saw that it was clear I moved towards the gate. I looked back once but Niall was already gone, l;leaving me completely alone.

I took a deep breath and pushed the buzzer. I looked straight in the camera and I was surprised when the gate opened. I walked through it and as I made my way to the door, I noticed that I was being followed by at least four men, which was a wise decision even though I didn’t carry a gun, I could still throw punches.

Bradley was in the door opening, looking at me with narrowed eyes. I gulped when I reached the bottom of the porch. “Anna.” Bradley said and I felt a chill run down my spine. “Bradley.” I stated. I stopped right in front of him, when he snapped his fingers. One guy walked up to me and began searching me thoroughly. “Customs.” Bradley said and I just endured it when the guy finally took a step back, I hit him hard in the face, making him stagger back. “You didn’t have to feel me up dumbass.” I hissed at him, which made Bradley chuckle.

“What can I do for you?” Bradley asked as he escorted me in. I turned around, pretending to look around but what nobody knew was that I was wearing a small camera, which was in grated to my necklace. “I want to join your gang.” I mumbled, trying to be coy. We stopped walking and Bradley waved everyone off.

“Really Anna?! Do you think I’m stupid?” He was in my face now and I did feel intimidated, because even though Harry has muscles, Bradley has them to but twice Harry’s size. “I don’t think that.” I denied but the truth was I did think he was stupid. “Alright say I’m buying this why?” he asked me still sounded way to friendly.

“I hate Harry, I can’t stand to be near him and nothing would make me happier to see him dead.” I lied and even though it was childish I held my fingers crossed. Bradley cocked his head, trying to figure out if I was lying but then a sinister smile made it’s way to his face. He grabbed my arm and dragged me with him. I felt fear and anger all at the same time and when Bradley dragged me into a room, which I recognized form my first stay here and it brought back those damn memories.

He threw me on the bed and left the room. He locked the door, which should freak me out but I could pick locks these days so I wasn’t really worried and I was also just grateful that I wasn’t dead yet or beaten up, which would probably follow. It also worried me that he didn’t do something to me yet and I was wondering why he treated me like this, would Harry be right? About Bradley’s feelings towards me? This was just weird and as I was pacing the room, the door opened and Bradley dragged a guy into the room and from what I could see he was really beaten up and it shocked me.

“Who is he?” I asked Bradley in a shocked voice and when I saw the smirk, I had a feeling I knew the guy. “He was following you princess, so I thought I would stop him.” That’s when it sunk in, this couldn’t be right?”

“Colin?”

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