Annabelle stood there stunned ,as the sound of helicopter grew louder , announcing the arrival of the man's rescue team.
She looked up to see the helicopter hovering ahead, the door opening to reveal a man in armoured uniform descending on a ladder, without a second thought she turned and ran away.
Brandon,propped up against a tree, watched her retreating figure with a triumphant smile spreading across his lips.
" So ,you have been hiding here all this while ", he murmured to himself. I'll be back for you by all means necessary...
As she got closer to her home ,two black luxurious SUV were packed out front.
Inside the house, old Mr , Wales welcomed the Wallis family Who had made the trip from the city ,Dave, Alexandria and the mistaken Ms Wallis, Emily.
The three Wallis family were neatly dressed, their attire starkly contrasting with their living room . Emily in particular couldn't help but wrinkle her nose at seeing the dirty, chipped cup before her.
She glanced disdainfully around the room, taking in the peeling walls and messy clusters around.it was the middle of the summer and the house was stifling, the only relief being a broken fan that creaked and groaned with every resolution.
Her disgust and anger grew stronger with each passing moment. How could she possibly be the daughter of such a shabby family? No! She was the daughter of the Wallis family.
" Dad am already sweating profusely in here. Is it possible Annabelle doesn't want to see me? Do you think she resents me, thinking I stole her parents and what was supposed to be her's? Emily whined, clutching Dave's arm for support.
"Don't be silly it's not your fault ,you were mistakenly taken away. How could she possibly blame you for that? Dave soothed his daughter.
Before embarking on this journey they had already discussed and agreed to bring Annabelle back to the Wallis family.However with Emily having spent seventeen years with them, detaching her from the she knew would be daunting,so they decided to keep her too.
Emily's expression grew even more contorted ." Then why is she keeping us all waiting for her like this...
She turned her head towards the old Mr Wales and said " uhm could you go find Annabelle and hurry her up?.
Though framed as a question her tone was ad condescending like a master speaking to her servant.
Mr.wales observed Emily's behavior throughout the day ,let out a soft sigh . He was about to get up when Dave interrupted him.
No need to go searching for her ,if she doesn't return in five minutes we would leave ,Dave announced nonchalantly.
Alexandria put down her cup,her heart pounding in her chest. She had not traveled all this way to see how long lost daughter, only to be left empty handed.
She was about to plead with her husband when a clear,crisp voice echoed outside.
" I'm back Grandpa.
They all turned their heads towards the source of the voice and saw a girl standing at the doorway .she exuded an aura of calm confidence , making her seem almost untouchable.
As she stepped into the room ,Mr Wales was the first to notice the torn state of her garb .
Oh my God, what happened to you belle ? Old me Wales asked with concern written all over his face.
Annabelle clung into Mr Wales " I'm fine grandpa.
Only then did the others noticed that her garb was dirty and tattered.
Emily sense of disgust intensified,she couldn't help but feel repulsed, thinking
So they can't even get proper clothes for her,am definitely not coming here.
"Come meet your parents and sister. Mr wales urged Annabelle to step forward.
He was likely Graying with a bit of extra weight, but looked forty- ish maintaining a youthful appearance.
Dave has been sweating in this hot run down house for over an hour. He had no sight of Annabelle and when she finally showed up she didn't even greet him Osho manners it forward his disdain.
Impatiently he asked" why did you keep us waiting so long?.
"I had some troubles coming back". Annabelle answered lowering her gaze her thick lashes hid her sharp eyes, giving her the appearance of a guilty child.
Seeing her a remoteful attitude and delicate face resembling his wife, Dave couldn't stay mad.
"Come on let's get going!, he exited the stifling house not wanting to linger.
"Belle my dear I'm your mother let me see if you are injured?. Alexandria approached holding Annabelle's hand.
Annabelle looked at the woman in front of her,her eyes reflecting worry and reminded her of her foster mom.
Emily said "I am fine, thank you.
Mom let's go! don't Dad keep that waiting Emily said tugging Alexandria to leave.
Okay, okay, Alexandria nodded repeatedly you look that Annabelle not leaving," come belle let's go don't keep your dad waiting.
Annabelle nodded bid farewell to old Mr Wales.
Emily was jealous that Alexandra fixated only on Annabelle. Purposely pulled Alexandria harder , but she go this pleased when she didn't budge.
Frustration got the better of Emily and she let go of Alexander arm.she was about to storm off to Dave when old Mr Wales voice stopped her.
Emily ,dear are you sure you don't want to stay a bit longer ? Old Mr Wales asked with a hint of desperation in his voice.
Annabelle's gaze shifted to Emily , taking in her appearance .Mira has thick black hair and an average face,but her designer clothes made her look like a wealthy beauty.
"Not at all ! I don't want to , Emily responded without hesitation.
Emily couldn't help but scoff at the idea of giving up her luxurious lifestyle to suffer in this poverty stricken place.
Old Mr Wales let out a short sigh accepting Emily's decision," Alright then,do come to visit your father when you have time '.
The mention of her biological father instantly cast a dark cloud over Emily's face.
Before embarking on this journey, the Wallis family had dug into her background .her biological father was a convicted murderer , serving a life sentence in prison.
" I only have one father and his name is Dave Wallis , Emily declared, firmly pulling Alexandria along with her.
Old Mr Wales Emily's determined figure disappear and shook his head in resignation.he then turned his attention to Annabelle and said " my child,you should head back now.
"Okay , Anabelle replied leaning down to hug her grandfather.she whispered to his ear." I will come back for Dad and help clear his name.
With that Annabelle grabbed her bag and turned to leave.
Outside the house , only one car remained.the driver stood by the door waiting for her.
As Anabelle approached the car, the driver opened the door for her . only then did she notice there was another person seated at the back!.