Red Thorns (Thorns Duet 1)

“He…he wants to meet me?”

“He already did, Nao-chan. You just don’t remember him.”

32

Sebastian

I search for her everywhere.

Which isn’t a lot of places. She’s usually either in her house, or in the forest.

With me.

I was so sure she’d be at that rock. No idea if it’s my ego trying to play it down or if I really thought I’d find her in our place, waiting for me.

At any rate, that’s not the case.

So I went to her house right after, but her mother told me she wasn’t there.

I tried calling her a thousand times. Then I sent a series of texts.

Where are you? Call me back.

If you haven’t read my earlier text, this is a reminder to call me.

I know you’re hurt and I don’t want you hurt. So let me explain. The situation isn’t what you think.

Ignoring me is not going to solve the issue, Naomi.

If you think giving me the cold shoulder will make me back down, then you’re terribly mistaken. I’m coming for you whether you like it or not.

Where the fuck are you? At least tell me you’re okay.

This is starting to piss me off and you know how crazy I turn when I’m angry. Stop testing me and answer the fucking phone.

If I find you hurt in any way…

Baby. Come on, just let me know you’re all right and I’ll stop bugging you. For now.

This will just keep escalating and you better be ready for the consequences, Tsundere.

She didn’t answer any of my texts, but she did read them at some point, which should mean she’s all right.

Or maybe she’s been kidnapped and whoever took her is reading her messages.

I shove that thought out of my head as I hit the gas until I reach the highest speed possible. I’ve been driving so recklessly all day that I’m surprised I haven’t gotten into an accident.

The day has turned into night, and I’ve already done the tour of the fucking town. Twice.

Maybe she went to another town. Or another state.

Maybe even another country.

She’s crazy enough to do it, but I’m betting on the fact that she wouldn’t just leave her mother behind.

No matter how much she says she’s mad at her, she still cares for her.

But