By Your Side [XVI]

Desmond

            “Hello! Bradford Owens” the private investigator greeted. “Hi, yes this is Desmond Scott, Phoenix Scotts’ husband,” he said, “you were recently working on a case with my wife, I was having an affair and I..” “No need to explain Mr. Scott I know who you are, you were under my watch for a few weeks,” the man joked, “how can I help you?” “Well sir I’m not too sure how I should ask this, but I need some information.” Desmond said. “What kind of information are you looking for?” Bradford asked “I was wondering if there was any additional information, aside from what you gave my wife, on Ryan Stewart? I’m not sure if you have some kind of client confidentiality clause, but I am willing to pay you whatever it takes, if you have what I need!” Desmond pleaded. “And for what purpose is this information needed?” the PI asked “It’s for the sake of my marriage Mr. Owens!” Desmond said. “Ok, Mr. Scott there are a few things that I didn’t pass on to Mrs. Scott because that information didn’t involve, you and this Ryan character. There are documents and photos of him at various locations, the addresses are noted on each. I have PDF copies of everything and If you’d like I can have this information emailed to you, or you can pick them up at my office by 4pm!” Desmond was surprised by how quickly the investigator was willing to give over the information.  “Wow, that may be just what I need, I am on my way. Where are you located?” he asked. “My office is in center city. The address is 1800 JFK Boulevard suite 800. I am going to charge you a fee $900 for the information!” said Mr. Owens. “Is that all? Well if the information helps me out I am going to give you more!” Desmond told him. “That won’t be necessary!” “Alright, well I’ll be there in an hour thank you so much!”

            Desmond sat in his car reviewing all of the information he got from the investigator. As he read over the papers, he didn’t notice anything odd, all the locations seemed familiar, until he looked at the pictures and noticed one that was at an unfamiliar place. He turned the picture over and culprit without the suspect…address 201 Grandview Terrace Erial, New Jersey, was written!

Ryan

Ryan could hear Phoenix breathing as he crept through the darkness in the basement. I’ve been holding out too long I gotta kill this bitch tonight, he told himself. As he turned on the lights he picked up the axe that was resting beside the window. He started walking towards Phoenix with it, the look on this bitch’s face is priceless, he thought as he raised the axe high above his head. He swung it down towards her legs as hard and fast as he could landing right above her ankle, chopping off her foot. The sound of the sharp metal tearing through skin and bones was music to his ears. Immediately blood poured from her limb, Phoenix screamed out in agony so loud that he had to clutch his ears. Ryan let out a creepy laugh and said, “Bitch I’m not playing anymore, I’m going to torture you and make your last few hours on this earth a living hell.” Phoenix’s eyes were bulging out of her head, there was no way for her to move, her body started to convulse and her breathing was quick and heavy. “SOMMMEBBBODDDYYY HELPPPP MMME!” she yelled. The pain she felt was like no other. Ryan threw the axe to the ground and walked over to a cooler that was stored behind the basement steps. He put on a pair of gloves and pulled out a huge chunk of dry ice. While he started to hammer it into pieces Phoenix didn’t know what was going on, but she was about to feel it.

“Hmm Ms. Phoenix, I bet your dumb ass doesn’t know what this is!” he taunted as he held a piece of the ice in his gloved hand. “This here is dry ice…frozen carbon dioxide…any contact with this frozen killer and it can damage and burn the skin in less than 15 seconds!” he educated. Phoenix began to cry even harder as Ryan placed a piece between her naked legs. He then pulled duct tape out of his pocket and taped her mouth shut. Within seconds Phoenix started screaming, but there was no use her cries were muffled! Ryan was getting a kick out of seeing her wince with pain. He got two more pieces of dry ice and placed one on each of her breast. He was going to make sure her body was unrecognizable when they found it. Leaving the ice to mutilate her skin Ryan went upstairs.

Roman                                                                      

Roman glanced over the subpoena once more “why in the hell would Georgia department of human resources be contacting me?” he asked out loud. This must be a joke, he thought. His mind was racing trying to think of all the women he dated and slept with in Atlanta. Remembering most of the affairs Roman could not figure out who ordered this paternity test, he was a careful man and rarely had unprotected sex. He called his father for some guidance and explained what was going on, “Son this must be a mistake! I am going to have my staff get to the bottom of this. Give me the subpoena number, and I will handle it.” Winston said. Roman felt so guilty talking to his father knowing that Armen was fucking his wife. “Pop, thank you so much. I'm sure this is just a misunderstanding.” Roman said “Yea we're going to figure this out. My advice is to keep this quiet, don't tell your mother, Armen and especially Kennedy.” his dad advised. “Ok, I won't. I really appreciate this dad, I love you and call me as soon as you get any information.” “Ok son, I will. Give Kennedy my love, and I love you too. Oh wait Roman one more thing, is there an attorney name recorded anywhere on the document?” “Ummm, let me see, yup there is a Jamal Rivers listed on the back.” There was a brief pause and Winston let out a deep sigh “Pop, what’s wrong, do you know this cat?” Roman asked. “I sure do son, he is the dirtiest lawyer in Atlanta! This definitely has scandal written all over it, but don’t worry I know how to handle this asshole!” He said before saying goodbye once more. Roman was shook, but he sure was relieved to have his dad, ATL's top attorney, by his side.

Armen

            Armen and Jada, had been seeing each other just about everyday since they were reunited at the mall.  He spent hours at her apartment, talking and laughing and playing with the kids. He was still taken aback by everything, but every time he looked into those kids’ eyes his heart smiled. The little girl was just like his mom and sister, and his son was the spitting image of him and Roman. Their names were Armand and Jayla and although Armen hadn’t anticipated it, his feelings for them and Jada were coming on strong. “Armen, what do I have to do to convince you that the past is the past, although my actions were wrong, they were completely justified. I swear I didn’t know that you weren’t you that night. You’re brother walked and talked just like you. I knew you had a twin but how was I supposed to know he was there that night.” she said as she cooked. “I understand that now Jada. It just hurt to see you making love to my brother. It looked like you were so into it and it seemed as though he was pleasing you rather well. How was I supposed to react? I couldn’t look at you the same because I was always wondering if you thought the sex with him was better!” he admitted “I loved you so much back then, you were my everything, and at that time I felt like I lost…I lost to Roman again. No matter what I do in life my brother always excels and goes farther than me. That’s why I need you to stick to our plan Jada, I need you to help me bring him down. I can’t continue to be by his side…in his shadow!” Armen couldn’t believe he was admitting this to her, but he had been holding it in so long, it felt good to tell someone. “Armen, if helping you carry out this plan will get you to forgive me then I am so down. And let’s not forget my hefty reward.” she jokingly said. “Ok Jada, I forgive you! And from now on I won’t hold it against you or bring it back up.” he said, Jada smiled, and his heart melted.

            Damn Jada is so beautiful, he thought. And she was, she stood about 5’6 and had shoulder length hair that was cut even. She had thick bangs that complimented her golden face, not to mentioned a body to die for. Armen got up from the sofa and walked up behind her. Being so close to her reminded him of the love they had in college. He wrapped his arms around her waist and held her tight. “Armen, what are you doing silly?” she turned to ask before his lips met hers. She still had the softest lips he ever kissed.  He wanted to hold the kiss longer, but didn’t want to come on too aggressive, so he let go. He read the look on her face, and it said she wanted more.

*Hi all..don’t ya just love this new site? Anyway I apologize for such a long wait, most of you know I was stressed out, and I still am but I couldn’t leave yall hanging much longer. I didn’t want anybody losing interest. I hope this is as appeasing as the previous chapters! Thank you for your support, and I look forward to your feedback! Happy reading*

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