Coincidentally, Dad was brought to the same hospital as Serena and it wasn't that far from home. I spotted Lisa and Jackie at the reception, the moment we stepped in the hospital and I half run to them.
" How is he?!" I asked the second I got to them.
" We don't know yet... we just got here and they took him to the emergency room," Jackie said.
I ran past them heading to the emergency room and they all followed. I made an attempt to get in but a short nurse was fast to stand in my way.
" Am sorry but you are not allowed in there."
" But , that's my Dad in there.... he needs me, " I said tears still streaming down my face.
" She's right Sky, let's just wait out here and let them do their job, " Jay said pulling me to him as i rested my head on his chest sniffling. " Your Dad will be fine. "
" You can't wait out here either, " the short annoying nurse said and I really wanted to strangle her so bad!
Why won't they let me in? Am his daughter after all and where the hell is Ethan?!
Jay took my hand and started walking but I din't move. " Am not going anywhere ."
The nurse stood there watching me and i could tell I was really starting to get on her nerves.
" Okay, am going to say this one last time , You are not supposed to be here. I mean there's a waiting area for a reason, and I have a lot of work. Don't make me call security to throw you out, " She said glaring at me.
"What? You can't do that! she just want to be with her Dad. We are not doing anything wrong here!" Lisa said furiously glaring back down at her.
" Okay..enough of this drama. Lets just go," Jay said placing his hand on my waist and this time I obliged.
An hour had already passed but nothing! No one was telling us anything and my feet were starting to hurt from all the pacing around. Jay and the others were trying their best to make me relax but there was no way that was happening.
How was I supposed to relax when my Dad was fighting for his life and the doctors don't want to tell us anything!
What was taking them so damn long?
I kept calling Ethan but it went straight to voicemail and that made me even more nervous . My heart was beating really fast and my hands were literally shaking waiting for news, I felt like I was walking on hot coal. I can't loose my Dad... haven't I been through enough already?!
"How did this happen?" Jay asked Lisa who was sitted ,tapping her legs nervously.
" I was at the counter working as usual when he stormed out of the office. He was talking on the phone and was in a hurry and I swear i heard him call Ethans name on the phone. As soon as he was out, and a few feet away from the restaurant, we heard a loud thud and people screaming. When we went to check, Mr Banks was on the ground uncouncious and the car that hit him was far gone, " Lisa said.
"No one saw who hit him, maybe the car plates or anything? " I asked.
" No one saw anything, " Jackie said chewing on her nails. This was a habit of hers especially when she was nervous or scared.
" Family of Calvin Banks," A doctor said and we rushed over to him.
" We are his family, " Jay said taking my hand ." How is he? "
" One of his legs was hit badly and we had to operate, but no need to worry the operation was successful," The doctor said and I let out a huge sigh of relief. "There was no internal bleeding but we still have to observe him for at least 24 hours...He's still unconscious, and yeah, you can go see him but one at a time. "
I looked up at Jay who gave me a smile as I followed the doctor. My Dad was still in the emergency room and I was given a surgical face mask before I got in.
Hot tears started falling as I saw him lying on the bed uncouncious. He was in a ventilator and if it wasn't for the bandages one would think he was sleeping peacefully. I walked over and stood next to him taking his hand in mine and kissing it gently.
" Hi Dad, it's me. I don't know if you can here me but am here for you, " I said as a tear fell on his hand. " Please get well soon. You can't leave me yet, I still need you. "
I stayed with him for a few minutes before the doctor came to check on him and asked me to leave. I didn't want to but I had no choice.
" Everything will be fine, " Jay said wrapping me in his arms as soon as i got to them. " A police man was here asking for you. "
" Why? Did they get the guy that did this to my Dad ?
" Not yet. He was one of the officers watching Jake's room. Apparently, Jake asked to see you. "
" Do you know where his room is? "
" You want to see him? " Jay asked shocked.
" Yes. "
" Okay... but am coming with you, " Jay said leading me to Jake's room.
" Can you please wait out here. "
" Sure...call if you need me, " Jay said and I nodded walking in.
Jake was sitted on the bed, watching TV when I got in.
His face was covered with surprise when he saw me but was later on replaced by a smile. I guess he didn't expect me to come. He didn't look as bad as he did yesterday although his bruises were still fresh.
" Am so glad you came," he said signalling me to come closer and I did.
" Why did you ask for me?" I asked calmly.
" I wanted to see your Dad and thank him for what he did for me, but I heard the bad news and so I asked for you. "
" What did he do for you ? "
" He dropped the charges."
" What? Why?!
" I guess he believes me and has already forgiven me, I don't know, but am really grateful for that. Look, I know I hurt you badly but am really sorry and I want to help you out. "
" You think you can help me? I asked smiling bitterly. " Your crazy son is busy ruining my life all for a stupid revenge and you, who killed my mum and almost killed me years ago wants to help me! That's so hard to believe!"
" I know that but nothing is impossible. I've already told the police the where abouts of Jim and now it's up to them to find him."
" You really did that? " I asked eyeing him suspiciously.
" Yes, you can ask them if you don't believe me. Am here for anything you need. I'll help you any way I can. "
"Of course you will, " I said as I turned to leave. I still didn't believe a word he said.
" Are you okay, " Jay asked.
" Yes, I'll just head to the washroom. I'll be back."
" Okay. "
As soon as i was done washing my face in the washroom my phone rang. I took it out hurriedly hoping that it was Ethan, but was dissapointed when an unknown flashed on the screen.
" Hallo, " I answered.
" Hey there baby girl... Did you like my surprise? " it's Jim.
I froze for a second.
" What surprise Jim? "
" Your Dad of course....I hope he is okay. I didn't want to kill him, that was just a warning to you."
" You son of a bitch!" how could you do that to him?" I yelled through the phone.
" Calm down my love, don't get all worked up for nothing! You forced me to do this okay? If you only did what I wanted your Dad would be okay, so don't blame it all on me, " he said .
" You'll pay for this Jim! I'll make you pay ,if it's the last thing i do! " I said through gritted teeth.
" Wow! Feisty! I love this side of yours, it really turns me on and I can't wait to have you all to myself. "
" That will never happen you psycho! "
"Of course it will dear.....oh, I have one more surprise for you, " he said letting out a small chuckle. " I have your brother."
" What? ! I asked my voice sounding more like a whisper.
" You heard me! "
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So what do you guys think,Is Jake really been genuine or is it all just an act? Please tell me and don't forget to vote.