It was 4 in the afternoon when i woke up. I took a bath and get dressed. Went downstairs to eat. I smell something delicious as i got near the kitchen. My stomach grumbled. I'm hungry!
I saw mom cooking. She smiled when she noticed me.
" Sit down, It's almost done"
"What time did you get home?"
"11 am. I went to your room but you were sleeping. You looked tired so i didn't wake you up"
We ate and talked something random. I washed the dishes when we're done. I wonder about how my coffee shop is doing? I haven't been there for a month now. I should visit now.
I get dressed and put on a simple make up.
"Are you going somewhere?" asked mom.
"Work" I took the key and went to the garage.
It's a half an hour drive to the shop, just a few blocks away from home. I want to keep my mind busy.
I parked the car and went inside. The delicious smell of coffee greeted me. I miss this.
They all greeted me with a warm smile. I greeted them back. I looked around. Nothing changed. I'm glad to see that there are still many people coming here.
"How's the shop?"
"Doing great miss, the sales this month is awesome" she even gave me a thumbs up.
"Did someone look for me?" i asked.
"Your friends miss and....." she came a little closer and whispered. ". . and your stalker"
" Stalker?"
" Remember that guy who's always here, staring at you?" i nodded.
"He's not staring, maybe he's just looking something behind my back" she rolled her eyes.
"Oh come on miss becca. Everyone here see's him staring at you boldy"
Well, I did notice too but i don't want to judge him. And he's kind of creepy, always wearing a black hood. Sometimes I think he might be the killer because he is always around me. I don't want to accused him without a solid proof.
I left the counter and went to my office. I sat on my swivel chair. I called the manager and asked for reports and inventory.
A little later she came with many folders in her hands. I was stunned and shocked that it's that many. Looks like I'll be working overtime.
I opened my laptop and started working.
It's already 10 pm and I'm still at the shop. My employees went home already.. I'm the only one left here. And i still have some work to do. I stretch my arms. Dang! My back hurts.
I made coffee and went back from work. It's tiring but it feels good. Besides, I want to forget my problems for a while. I want my mind to be busy with something else.
It's around 12 am when finish. My butt hurts from sitting for a long time. I arranged the papers before leaving the office. I looked around the shop to see if there were any devices stil plugged in. When I'm sure everything was okay. I turned off the lights and lock the door.
A gust of cold wind blows. I shivered. I rub my shoulder with my hands. Now i regret wearing sleeveless dress.
I walked faster. It's still far from where i parked. I couldn't find a parking space near the shop.
I feel like someone is looking at me. I got scared and walked even faster.
I heard footsteps walking behind me. I freaked out when someone suddenly appeared in front of me.
"You were scared, weren't you?" he asked.
"Are you stupid? Who wouldn't be afraid if you just suddenly appear in front of me!?" i shouted.
"I-i m sorry. I didn't mean to scare you" he said while fixing he's glasses.
"Do you need something? And please don't do that again. You almost gave me a heart attack" i rub my chest.
"Just want to asked y-you if...if you're okay cause i haven't seen you in the shop lately "
I can't believe he scared me like that just to asked me that. I let out a deep breath. Trying to calm myself.
"I'm okay. I'm good not until you scared the shit out of me buy appearing like that in front of me"
"I'm really sorry b-becca. I just really want to talk to you" he was about to touch me but i quickly step backward.
"How do you know my name?" I don't know this guy.
"It's... it's me. I'm always at your cafe" he fixed he's glasses again. He didn't answer my question.
I couldn't see his face clearly because it's dark plus he's wearing a cap too. But i have an a who might he be.
" Well then, excuse me but i have to go" I walked passed him.
I walked and ran just to get away from him. Why did i parked my car so far away? Stupid me.
I feel him still following me. What's wrong with this guy!?
I was relieved to see my car. I quickly opened the door and lock the door. I'm breathing heavily. That creepy guy!
I almost jumped on my seat when someone knock on the window. It's him again. Seriously what's wrong with him?
I didn't opened the window. "What?"
He didn't answer. He just stands outside my car. I started the engine and drove slowly. I peeked at him at the side mirror. He's still standing to where i parked while waving he's hand.
Now I know why my employees call him a weirdo plus he's creepy too!
When i got out of the parking lot I sped up.
I was almost home when mom called. I answered the call and put the on speaker.
"It's late, why are you not home yet?"
"I'm almost home mom. I have a lot to do in the shop since I've been away for too long"
"Take it slowly, don't do it at once "
"Yes ma, bye. I'm at the village's gate" i hung up the call.
The guard quickly opened the gate when he saw me. I thank him and drove home.
Mom was outside the house when i arrived. I parked the car in our garage.
"Why are you outside? It's cold"
"Obviously waiting for you miss" I kissed her cheek and invited her inside. I want to rest. I'm so tired.
I took a half bath and put on my PJs. I took out the papers that i had printed earlier. Information about the accident with my boyfriend. I put Paul's picture with the others on the board and write the information that i know that night. Even the little details.
I lay on the bed tired. I should sleep and stop thinking anything again.
Let's stop thinking and believe that tomorrow will be better than today.