Chapter 10

I head for the bunker where I would atleast find shelter until closing time, and I figured I'd be able to pick up extra shifts to keep money coming in now I'd have to pay for a place of my own. There is no way I'm going around other packs looking for refuge I'd rather live amongst humans than bare the humiliation and hurt from yet another rejection.

I nod at the bouncers as the open the doors for me, that smell hitting my nose straight away sweat and alcohol seems pretty quiet, I head for the bar and take a seat on one of the stools on the far end. "What brings my little flower here tonight it isn't her shift and certainly doesn't look like she's ready to party" seeing his puzzled look. My eyes red and puffy and my nose all snuffly, "nothing really... just didn't know.... where else to go..." again sobbing hard he ushers me straight into the back room "whats the matter I never see you like this what happened?" he's human I can't exactly explain that much, "Nina get in here and make Amelia some tea" "It's fine I should have never come I can't put any of this on you" "nonsense dear look at you, you look like you havn't eaten a proper meal in a few days as for sleep, You look terrible what's happened?" "I don't have a home anymore my landlord threw me out I guess the others in the apartment didn't like me." crying to the point I can't catch my breath anymore. Tara radiating her warmth through me trying to comfort me and herself from recent events. "I had no where else to go I'm sorry"

"Amelia we are glad you came here, you can't walk the streets, or even worse sleep rough" "I'll book a motel room for tonight and figure it from there I guess" bowing my head in shame, aswell as hiding my tears once more. "You will no such thing flower, I have a solution for your problem, you take a few extra responsibilities and you can have the studio appartment upstairs it's all kitted out and ready to be lived in." I look at Mr and Mrs Powell in utter shock, I didn't even know they had an apartment. "yes Amelia we do have a place, it's yours if you want it" "but I don't have enough money to pay you, I can't accept your offer I'm sorry Mr Powell ." Mr Powell cocking his head aside puzzled at my reply "is it a can't or won't situation because no one mentioned money we wouldn't want your money even if you offered it" I lift my head from my chest to look at them Nina presses her hand on my cheek "you wouldn't need to worry about money at all it's already paid for with this place, it was apart of sale we just never used it ourselves so no you don't need money, stay as long as you need, we will support you no matter what life throws at us" I sob and pull her and Mr Powell into me not being to express my gratitude in words. " it's okay Amelia darling now thats sorted, let's get one thing clear no more formalities it's Rich and Nina to you am I clear?" I nod giving out a slight chuckle knowing he hated me being formal.

After a short while of being here things started to look up I'd started to get into a routine, put a little weight on, Tara was far happier and content with the life I was living now. Tomorrow's my 18th birthday I knew I'd be celebrating with my new family, only making me happier, I curled up into my bed and fell asleep without trouble, they really gave me sense of belonging.

"Happy birthday 18th Amelia" Rich and Nina said in unison. "you look even more radiant today flower" I've been here four days now and I've loved every minute as if I've always lived here, this is what home felt like. Rich handed me a card and a large bag with a massive grin, "I hope you like them". "Guys you shouldn't have, I'm just happy to be with you." I stated. I open the card first thing I see is to our daughter on your birthday instantly making my heart melt Tara's too, reminding myself I'm the closest they have and treated as their own, I couldn't even put it all into words even if I tried, my eyes getting misty from the warm tears of love. I look into the bag and look at everything in complete awe, some jewelry, new sneakers, wireless earphones, an envelope with a bundle cash labelled for clothes. I didn't expect any of this, I just kept repeatingly saying thank you. "you are most welcome darling you deserve alot more just didn't know what else to get you". "We shall leave you get on my darling and catch you later"

I finish cleaning up the club as apart of my new duties, it had to spotless as it was student night tonight so I knew my cleaning tomorrow would be hard on me but luckily Isabella is helping out in the morning. I head back to my room to have a bite to eat before getting ready for tonight, the thought of it being so busy already has me exhausted, perhaps I should just take a short nap before the chaos of tonight begins.