Jasmine's POV
I barely opened my eyes and hit my head on the pillow. I'm sure I have been sleeping for 12 hours or more, but still... I'm feeling terrible! All the time I was lying on my stomach and had my head hidden in my pillow. I didn't even look up, I just started looking my phone. I'm sure I left it on the bed next to me. I started patting the bed... Strange... I can't find it... I got annoyed and I hit harder.
Luka: Ouch! - He hissed - What for?
I immediately looked up and saw the Luka was lying next to me and was laughing. I turned pale. What is he doing here? He wasn't supposed to be here.
Jasmine: What are you doing here? - I looked at him questioningly with my narrowed eyes.
Luka: I really have to remind you that I'm also renting this room? - He was still laughing - But I have to admit that you have a lot of strength. You hit my fucking face! It's been a long time since I woke up so quickly.
Jasmine: Woke up? - I was still confused.
Luka: Yep. Why are you so surprised?
Jasmine: Because you told me not to wait for you?
Luka: I told you that yes, but I never told you that I won't come back to our room, Jass - He winked at me and said proudly.
Jasmine: I don't follow you - I sighed - You know what? I don't care - I tried to got up but then, he grabbed my hand and pulled me to him. I landed on his chest - What the fuck are you doing?
Luka: How do you feel? - He sighed and looked deep into my eyes - I saw that you were exhausted.
Jasmine: Well... - I sighed - I've been better. I don't even know for how many hours I have been sleeping - I laughed.
Luka: When I got back at 6 pm you were already asleep, so you slept at least 19 hours - He smiled.
Jasmine: What? - I narrowed my eyes again - You were here at 6? After all, it was half an hour after we got back to the hotel.
Luka: Yes, and? - He laughed.
Jasmine: Nothing - I said firmly - It doesn't make any sense. Then why did you tell me not to wait for you when you were in the room half an hour after me?
Luka: I saw how exhausted you were, I wanted you to go to sleep as soon as possible. That's why I didn't want you to wait for me.
Jasmine: Whatever - I tried to got up again, but Luka was still holding me - Can I go? - I sighed.
Luka: No - He smiled.
Jasmine: Luka... I really have no time for this.
Luka: I have news - All the time he was smiling.
Jasmine: Are you even listening to me? - I couldn't help myself and started smiling too.
Luka: Today Eric is going to call the press conference with Elena's statement.
Jasmine: Really? - I widen my eyes - But... Is she ready?
Luka: You know she has no choice - He sighed - The sooner she makes the recordings from Harvard available online, the easier it'll be able to find him. We need ordinary people's help.
Jasmine: I know - I sighed - Thank you for information. Did you call Jake?
Luka: No, I texted him - He answered quickly.
Jasmine: Why? - I laughed.
Luka: Well... - He started looking around - I... I didn't want to... Wake you up. Yes, definitely. If I called him, I would wake you up.
Jasmine: Really? - I smirked.
Luka: Mhm - He smiled and looked into my eyes again - I was thinking about taking you to the hotel's restaurant for breakfast, but it's pointless. Today we have to go to the Beach bar so we can eat something there.
Jasmine: Great. But, you know that if you keep holding me, I won't be able to change and we won't go anywhere, right? - I laughed again.
Luka: Yes, pretty logical deduction.
Jasmine: So, let me go - I tried to got up, but of course he was still holding me - Oh, come on!
Luka: You're so funny when you get angry. Did you know that when you breath angrily, your nose moves like a rabbit's? It's so adorable.
Jasmine: Luka! - I released my hand from his grip and covered my nose.
Luka: Oh, you're so grouchy! - He narrowed his eyes and laughed - I told you it's adorable.
Jasmine: No, it's not - I was still hiding my nose - I hate my nose because of that. Everyone always paid attention to it and I have always been ashamed of it. When I joined DIC, I wanted to do plastic surgery, but I never had time.
Luka: Don't you even dare think about it - He smiled at me and took my hand off my nose - It's perfect.
Jasmine: So, I see that today I'm talking to the "Luka in a good mood" - I smirked.
Luka: Mhm, yes. I think so too. Unfortunately, we have to go - He sighed and let me go - I'll wait for you.
Finally, I got up and went to the bathroom. I took a quick shower, changed, brushed my teeth and dried my hair. Also did I some light makeup. I think it took me 15 or 20 minutes. I left the bathroom and I saw that Luka was on the phone.
Luka: Mhm, I see - He was walking around the room and touching his chin - Yes, of course. Thanks for informing me. Yes, we're in Greece. I really hope everything will be fine. No, please don't tell her. It'll be... - He sighed - Too hard. Thank you. Okay, I'll contact you after that. Talk to you later - Then, he hung up, sighed and grabbed his forehead.
Jasmine: May I ask you what happened?
Luka: What? - He narrowed his eyes at me - Of course you can. It's... - He sat down - It was Dan.
Jasmine: Dan? - I looked at him questioningly - What did he want?
Luka: Yes, Dan. It's about Jessy.
Jasmine: Luka, what's going on? - I sat down next to him.
Luka: Jessy had felt terrible for the last few days. She wasn't even able to move from her bed. Since Elena and Jake left LA to look for Maria, she was worried as hell, but after this attack in Boston... - He sighed - Then she became very nervous when she saw the news in the media about the accident. Dan wasn't able to calm her down. Then, she felt incredible pain in her stomach. She was groaning in pain! Dan immediately took her to the hospital and it turned out that... - He looked at me with his worried eyes - Jessy has been pregnant for several weeks and almost had a miscarriage that day. They saved the baby in the last moment.
Jasmine: Jessy is... - I swallowed - Pregnant?
Luka: Yes. At first, I was so happy, but then I realised... She can't watch today Eric's interview, Jasmine. If Jessy find out about Liam and Elena... No, it's too dangerous for her and for the child.
Jasmine: Of course, Luka. You're right - I sighed and grabbed my head - But... How are we going to hide it from her? This news will be everywhere...
Luka: Dan makes sure Jessy doesn't use the phone, moreover he spoke to medical staff and the others from Duskwood not to talk about Elena or Jake next to Jessy. One day, Jessy will find out, but it definitely can't be today. Dan will try to keep information about Elena's statement as a secret for as long as possible.
Jasmine: Poor girl - I started nodding - Maybe Elena should talk to her?
Luka: Yes, I thought about it too. I asked Dan about it and he said it would be nice of Elena to call Jessy. Later, I'll call Elena and talk to her, because I'm not sure if she's awaken yet.
Jasmine: Okay - I sighed and nodded - It's such an amazing news, but these circumstances...
Luka: Tell me about it... I really hope she'll be fine. I talked to Jessy during the party and she told me that she has always wanted a huge family. A miscarriage would hurt her a lot.
Jasmine: Yes, I know.
Luka: We have to go, Jasmine - He hardly smiled and got up - Come - He smiled and held out his hand to me.
I looked up at him and at his hand. I saw his whole posture and it was... Nice view. I saw his caring and warm eyes... I smiled at him and slowly reached out my hand to him. Then, I finally grabbed his hand and he helped me got up. I stood in front of him and we were smiling at each other.
Jasmine: What's so funny? - I broke the silence.
Luka: Nothing - He said with his calm and warm voice.
Then, he finally left the room and Luka locked it. After a few moments we were in the car and Luka started the engine. I took my phone and I noticed a lot of notifications. There were some messages from Elena too. I immediately started smiling.
Luka: What's up? - He looked at me.
Jasmine: Nothing - I was still smiling. Of course I was right, I knew that Luka would ask about it.
Luka: Who did you text with?
Jasmine: I think it's none of your business - I smirked at him.
Luka: Well... - He laughed - But you can still tell me.
Jasmine: Elena - I saw Luka was relieved - She's just worried as always.
Luka: You have no idea how much I miss them - He sighed - But I think that we won't see them until our trip to Australia.
Jasmine: Yes, I miss them too - Smile faded from my face - When are we going to fly to Africa?
Luka: Tomorrow at 7 pm. I'm looking forward to it, I'm sick of USA. A lot of happened here.
Jasmine: Tell me about it. But tell me... Don't you think that their journey is... Strange?
Luka: What? Why? - He narrowed his eyes and peeked at me.
Jasmine: I don't know, it's just... They were in Spain, then they came back to America... The direction of their journey is very strange. It doesn't make any sense.
Luka: Well, yes. I think you're right. But they are the Kings - He laughed - I think I'm not even surprised. Everything they do makes no sense.
Jasmine: Yes, I think you're right - I laughed.
Fortunately, we reach the bar quickly, because it was not so far from the hotel. Luka parked the car, we took about things and entered the bar. We saw there is not a lot of customers here. It was small bar with a few tables inside and outside. I started looking around and I saw cameras. I hit Luka's shoulder and he noticed the cameras too.
Man: You! - We immediately started looking around and then - Yes, you! Turn around at this moment, McKing!
Luka turned away, so did I and we saw some man at the bar. He was standing with his arm crossed on his chest and smiling. He has dark, short hair and he looks like nice guy.
Luka: Wait a minute... - He narrowed his eyes at him and smiled.
Man: You stole my fucking boat! - He pointed at him and burst out laughing.
Luka: Alexander? - He approached the bar - I didn't recognize you! You have changed a lot!
Alexander: You owe me a fucking boat, man - He laughed again, left the bar and hugged Luka - What are you doing here? You left so suddenly...
Luka: I had to run away from the altar - He hugged him back and laughed - Pappa's daughter really wanted to marry me.
Alexander: You've got to be kidding me! - He let Luka go - Are you serious? You have no idea how long she was crying when you left!
Luka: Don't even tell me about it - He smiled and looked at me - Alexander, it's Jasmine - He pointed at me - She's my - He mumbled - Best friend...
Alexander: Best friend... - He narrowed his eyes and looked at Luka and me. I saw his smirk.
Jasmine: Yes, we're best friends - I smiled and held out my hand to him - Nice to meet you, Alexander.
Alexander: Nice to meet you too, Jasmine - He smiled at me and shook my hand - Several times I let Luka sleep at my house when he wanted to get away from Pappa's daughter - He laughed - Then, he and Danford stole my boat and ran away!
Luka: Well, I have to admit that your boat wasn't good enough. We had to dock in Italy and then change to a cargo ship to Spain.
Alexander: I don't give a fuck, I want my boat!
Luka: Don't worry, I have Jake's credit card so... - He smirked.
Alexander : Perfect! - He said proudly - Now, we can talk!
Jasmine: Luka! - I hit his shoulder.
Luka: What? Besides, it was Jake idea to stole this boat. It will be such a pleasure to use his credit card
- He winked at me.
Then, we approached the bar and sat down.
Alexander: So, what are you doing here? - He took out the glasses - Do you want to drink or eat something?
Luka: Yes, please - He looked up at the menu - Really? Only sweet breakfast?
Alexander: I hate them too - He laughed - But... I can ask the cook to make some seafood.
Luka: Perfect, she loves seafood - He smiled at me and nodded - So, seafood twice and one medium coffee, no milk and one teaspoon of sugar and one latte.
Alexander: You know your - He made a sign of the quote with his hands - "Best Friend" very well.
Jasmine: Yes, I'm stuck with him for 10 years, so he had enough time to know me - I laughed.
Alexander: You have known each other for 10 years and you two are still "friends"? - He laughed.
Jasmine: Yes, we're friends.
I saw that Luka's leg started moving nervously. His hand was on the table and he was resting on his chin.
Alexander: Man - He waved in front of Luke's face - Are you still there? - He laughed.
Luka: What? - He immediately looked up and woke up from some amok - Um, yes. I was just... - He sighed - Never mind. Sorry, duties call - He pulled out his laptop and began working on access to the cameras.
Jasmine: Don't worry about him - I looked at Alexander - He has some split personality. I don't follow him anymore too. Never mind, we need your help.
Alexander: So, I'm all ears. How can I help you?
Jasmine: Do you know them? - I showed him a photo of Joe and Maria - They were here two years ago.
Alexander: Hm... - He got closer look and started thinking - Could you tell me their names?
Jasmine: Joe and Maria King.
Alexander: Yes... - He started nodding - I think it's them. Pretty nice couple.
Jasmine: Could you please tell me what they were doing here? Did they tell you anything special?
Alexander: I don't remember much, but I think it was just small talk - We were talking about my and their marriage. Also, they told me about their little trip around the world. They were pretty happy and in love.
Jasmine: Please, every detail is important. Maybe something strange happened?
Alexander: I remember that her phone was buzzing like crazy - He laughed - All the time someone was calling her, but she didn't care about it. I noticed that, because it was so annoying! Finally, she took this phone and left to pick up. Then, I was here with Joe and we continued talking. I asked him who would call his wife so late and he told me about Maria's job. He was sure that was someone from her work. She came back after a few minutes and she looked... Like she was crying...
Jasmine: What?
Alexander: Yes, Joe was so worried about her and asked her what happened, but she told him she's fine so he didn't push the pressure on her. Then, we continued our chat and they left, that's all.
Jasmine: And do you saw him there too? - I showed him a photo of the kidnapper.
Alexander: Really creepy guy - He grimaced - No, I'm sure I would have noticed him here right away.
Jasmine: Thanks - I sighed and looked at Luka, but he was still working. That strange... It's taking him too long.
Alexander: Why do you ask? - He took our food from the kitchen and gave it to us.
Jasmine: Thank you - I took my plate - She's been missing for 3 months. We're here to find her.
Alexander: Oh, I'm so sorry - He became sad - She was really nice, it's a pity that it happened to her.
Jasmine: Elena will find her, I'm sure about it - I peeked and Luka and I saw he smiled.
Alexander: Danford's girlfriend, am I right? - He laughed.
Jasmine: Mhm - I smiled.
Alexander: Well... I didn't get to know Jake better, I know Luka better, but all I know is that Danford is definitely not a piece of cake - He laughed - I met him once or twice and he's a pure devil! He stole my boat for God's sake!
Jasmine: Yes, he's something - I laughed - But Elena is the same. I think I can say that she's even worse than him!
Luka: If only you knew - He sighed, closed the laptop and nodded at me - Thanks - He took his plate and started eating too.
Alexander: I saw the news - He sighed - This tragedy... I'm so sorry, Luka - He looked at him - I know how important Jake is for you. It must have been... Painful.
Luka: Thank you, Alex - He hardly smiled - Yes, it was... A nightmare. But, everything is just fine now. They're resting in the hospital.
Alexander: I really hope they'll feel better soon. But, tell me... Who attacked them?
Luka: You'll find out everything this afternoon. Please, watch "USA24 News".
Alexander: Statement?
Luka: Mhm - He nodded.
Alexander: Okay - He sighed - So, I'll watch it. How about you? Are you okay?
Luka: Yes, he didn't catch us. He only hurt Elena and Jake. That's why we're here. We just had to divide. I decided to go to the Greece with Jasmine and to continue our Maria's investigation. Thanks to that Elena and Jake can recover peacefully.
Alexander: Don't you miss them?
Luka: Of course I miss them. It's been a long time since we were separated for so long. But if the separation means they'll get better, I have to handle it. Listen, I almost lost them both in one night. I can't let this happen again. As long as they are safe in the hospital, I'm fine in Greece.
Alexander: You are a true friend, Luka - He smiled at him - I wish I had a friend like you.
Luka: They're not my friends. They're my family, Alexander. The only I have. I would do everything to protect them. Both of them.
Alexander: You hadn't change, Luka - He laughed - You always think about everyone around you, not about yourself in the first place.
Luka: It's how I am - He shrugged and laughed - For a moment I want to change that, but I can't. I can't think just about me. It's not me.
When I heard that, I felt like something just hit me. So that means that it bothered him? Yes, Luka has never thought about himself in the first place, but he never showed that it was bothering him. On the contrary, I thought it makes him happy...
Alexander: So, what are you up to next?
Luka: The Pappas - He sighed.
Alexander: What? - He laughed - Did you change your mind and now you want to marry their daughter?
Luka: Gross, of course not - He shivered - It's because of Maria and Joe.
Alexander: You kidding! - He burst out laughing - They were in the Pappas' house too? Unbelievable!
Luka: I wish I was joking - He laughed - But no - He got up - So, we have to go now - He looked at me - Thanks for the breakfast, Alex - He paid for the meal and nodded at me.
Alexander: Well, well... - He took the money and laughed - This time you paid? It's not your style.
Luka: Your new boat is waiting for you at the Harbour - He smirked at him.
Alexander: What? - He turned pale - What are you talking about?
Luka: I have already bought you this boat while I was on my laptop - He winked at him - I hope you will like it. It's on your name, so don't worry.
Alexander: Thanks man! - He smiled - I can finally go back to the sea!
Luka: We owed it to you, man - He hugged him - Besides, using Jake's credit card was such a pleasure. Goodbye, Alex.
Alexander: Goodbye, Luka - He hugged him back - Please, wish them good health.
Jasmine: Goodbye, Alexander - I hugged him - II was such a pleasure to meet you.
Alexander: Pleasure is all mine, Jasmine - He smiled and hugged me - But please... I don't buy this fairy tale about your friendship! You two are totally into each other!
Luka&Jasmine: We're just friends - We answered quickly.
Alexander: Mhm, I see - He burst out laughing again - Just look into each other's eyes. We will see everything in them. So, have a nice journey!
He turned away and left to the kitchen. We were standing frozen for a moment but then, we looked at each other with our widen eyes.
Jasmine: He's raving - I looked away and took my purse - Shall we go?
Luka: Um, yes - He started scratching his head - You're right.
Then, we left the bar and entered the car. For a moment there was silence between us, but I decided to break it.
Jasmine: You really bought that boat? - I laughed.
Luka: Yes and it's not an ordinary boat - He laughed and raised his finger - It cost $35.000!
Jasmine: Jake will kill you, Luka - I gasped.
Luka: He won't, he won't even notice that such a tiny sum has disappeared from his account.
Jasmine: Yes, you're right - I laughed - When he was gone for three months I saw his account too... How it's even possible?
Luka: He's just genius for the business, Jass - He laughed - Can you believe that now the amount on his account doubled?
Jasmine: What? How? - He looked at him questioningly.
Luka: Jake took the opportunity of the fame he has with Elena now and signed a few new contracts with some other companies. Now he has about $55 million in his account.
Jasmine: You kidding - I turned pale.
Luka: No - He laughed - He had more, but he invested $15 million in auctions on the stock exchange and... - He laughed and lowered his head.
Jasmine: And what? - I looked at him with my shocked eyes.
Luka: He... Bought something - He laughed.
Jasmine: What did the buy, Luka?
Luka: He spent $6 million in E&L a few days ago - He looked at me with his evil smirk.
Jasmine: No way! - I gasped - Did he...
Luka: Yes. He bought the ring for her. You don't even know how many jewelers he searched to find the perfect ring for Elena. He knows that Elena hates diamonds so... He finally found something special for her.
Jasmine: What?
Luka: Have you ever heard of blue serendibite?
Jasmine: No - I narrowed my eyes.
Luka: It is the rarest gemstone in the world. Serendibit was discovered over 120 years ago in Sri Lanka. It's from this island that its name comes from, because Sri Lanka in Arabic means Serendibit. When he saw this gemstone... He immediately saw that is has the same colour as her eyes. He searched for this ring for several days and finally found it at E&L. When he showed me the photo... Even I would say yes!
Jasmine: When does he want to propose to her?
Luka: I won't tell you a word! - He raised a finger - I swore I won't tell you!
Jasmine: Oh, come on! Why?! - I groaned.
Luka: Because you will spill the tea!
Jasmine: I won't! I can keep secrets! - I laughed.
Luka: Nope, end of discussion. He would kill me - He laughed - But let me give you a hint that Jake won't be waiting too long. That's all I can tell you.
Jasmine: I'm so happy for them - I sighed and I was smiling with my wide smile.
Luka: So am I, Jasmine - He sighed and smiled too - I'm also sure Elena will love the Downey house.
Jasmine: You can't be serious right now - I laughed again - So, is this one of the options?
Luka: Yes. This house has been for sale for a few weeks and due to the price, no one has been able to buy it yet. Jake found some other offers but when I saw this house... It's just perfect for them, believe me.
Jasmine: Is it still online? - I took my phone - I want to see this.
Luka: Sure, unless Jake contacted the owner and booked this house.
Jasmine: Could you send me a link?
Luka: Just take my phone and open conversation with him - He took out his phone and handed me it - He sent me the link right away.
I took his phone and opened conversation with Jake. There were a lot of messages, but finally I found the link. I opened it and I saw the notification...
Jasmine: Luka... - I gasped.
Luka: What? - He narrowed his eyes.
Jasmine: Reserved - I looked at him and I had tears in my eyes.
Luka: I knew it! - He shouted with excitement - I knew it she would love it!
Jasmine: I still don't believe that it's all happening, Luka - I...
Luka: Me neither, Jass - He was just nodding with his smile - Me neither.
Then, we finally reached the Pappas' house. Luka parked the car in front of their house and turned off the engine.
Jasmine: I can go there alone, it's okay - I looked at him.
Luka: No - He sighed - I can't run away all my life. Besides, I have to say sorry. We left them without a word. We owe it to them.
I just nodded and we left the car. We saw a few cars in front of the house so that means they're at home. We stood in front of the front door. Luka took a deep breath and knocked the door.
We were waiting for a while, but then the door opened. We saw some old man, I think he's 50 or 60. He looks like really nice guy. All the time he was smiling. Then, he looked at Luka and narrowed his eyes at him. He looked as if he didn't quite recognize him.
Man: Se xéro? - He looked at him questioningly.
Luka: Luka - He sighed - Luka McKing.
Man: No way! - He immediately started smiling again and hugged him - I didn't recognize you, you have changed! We were so worried about you! Where the hell have you been?
Luka: I'm sorry, we just had to left back then - He relieved and hugged him back - It's nice to see you again, Dim.
Dim: Iris?! - He shouted - Come here right now!
Iris: What? - We heard some woman from the house - Why do you speak english?
Then, we saw some old woman behind Dim. It must have been his wife. When she saw Luka she dropped plate from her hands. She turned pale and gasped.
Iris: L... - She got closer and narrowed his eyes at him - Luka?
Luka: One and only - He laughed.
Iris: Oh my goodness! - Tears started running down her cheek. She ran into Luka's arms and hugged him - Where have you been?! We were so worried about you and Jake. We thought that... Someone hurt you.
Luka: No, don't worry - He smiled and hugged her back - We just had to left immediately.
Iris: Where is Jake? - She let him go and started looking around. Then she saw me - I see... - She smiled at Luka - You decided to visit an old family during your honeymoon?
Luka&Jasmine: We're just friends.
Dim: What? - He looked at Luka questioningly and looked at his hand - Seriously? Still single?
Iris: What? - She took Luka's hand and saw he has no ring - Oh, Luka... - She sighed - You really should settle down!
Luka: Come on mommy, I'm still young - He laughed at her.
Iris: What about Jake? Still single too? - She grabbed her forehead. She was devastated - Of course he's single too! If Luka is single, Jake is even more so! He's pure devil - She laughed.
Luka: Nope - He said proudly - I will surprise you, because soon, he will be engaged.
Dim: You kidding! - He gasped - Jake fucking Danford will propose to some woman? No, I don't believe you!
Luka: I'm dead serious - He laughed - To Elena McClain to be precise.
Iris: Wait... - He narrowed his eyes again - Isn't it that woman who saved him from your President's basement?
Luka: Yup, that's her. One and only - He winked at them.
Dim: You have to tell us everything, Luka! - He raised his finger - Please, come in.
Iris: Yes - She grabbed my hand and pulled me to the house. I turned pale - And you coming with me young lady.
Luka: Are you sure? - He laughed - She's a pure devil too.
Iris: Shut up, Luka - She laughed and led me to some room.
Luka just laughed and entered the house after me. He started talking to Dim and I was still holding by Iris.
Iris: What's your name, sweetheart? - She looked at me and smiled.
Jasmine: Jasmine - I swallowed - Where are we going?
She didn't say anything. Then, we entered kitchen and she closed the door. She let me go ad approached cupboard. I think she's about to make some tea for us. All the time she was smiling. Then, she finally looked at me and started nodding.
Iris: You little, sneaky liar! - She laughed.
Jasmine: Excuse me? - I laughed.
Iris: He's in love with you! You're not friends. Why did you lie to us?
Jasmine: Oh - I laughed - No, we're just friends, really. We didn't lie to you.
Iris: I won't believe you're so blind. I saw how he reacted when he said you're just friends. I know him, Jasmine. He was living here with Jake and I treated him like my own son. I know when he's lying.
Jasmine: We talked about it and we know our places in each other's life. We didn't lie, Iris - I sighed.
Iris: Mhm - She was still looking at me examinationigly. Then she turned back and started preparing some tea - What would you like to drink?
Jasmine: Just green tea for me and Luka, please.
Iris: Any sugar? Fruits?
Jasmine: No, neither me nor Luka sweeten the tea. But, yes. If you have some citrin or orange you can put it in Luka's tea. He loves tea with fresh fruits.
Then, she turned her head towards me and smirked. Her whole face says "Of course I'm right".
Jasmine: We just have known each other for a very long time. That's all - I smiled.
Iris: Mhm, I see. I would start interrogating you here now, but I will save it for later - She laughed - You two are really a good match, but to be honest... - She got a closer look at me - You remind me of Jake more. I don't know why.
Jasmine: We're just the same - I laughed - But no, I have never been in love with Jake. He's like my brother.
Iris: Finally you're telling the truth! - She laughed - Could you please take other cups of tea?
Jasmine: Sure - I smiled at her and took my and Luka's tea.
Then, we left the kitchen and we saw that Luka and Dim were sitting at the table in the living room. They were talking and laughing.
Jasmine: Here. It's yours - I handed Luka the cup of tea.
Luka: Thank you, Jass - He smiled at me and took the cup.
Then I peeked at Iris and I saw her evil smirk. I just laughed with my powerlessness and sat down next to Luka.
Iris: So... - She sat down in front of us - You have to tell us everything.
Luka: We will, I promise - He laughed - But at first, you have to tell us if you know them - He showed them a photo of Maria and Joe.
Dim: Of course we know them! - He immediately started smiling - It's Joe and Maria - He looked at Iris - Do you remember them?
Iris: Of course - She started smiling too.
Jasmine: You have to tell us everything you know about them - I sighed - Maria has been missing for two months. She was kidnapped.
They turned pale and immediately looked at each other.
Iris: But... Why? - She looked at me again with her terrified eyes.
Jasmine: That's what we want to find out, so please. We really need your help. We know that they were here for a few months. All information can be crucial.
Dim: Of course we will help you. We will tell you everything.
Luka: Wait - He heard notification and took his phone.
Jasmine: What happened? - I looked at him.
Luka: Shit - He hissed - Eric will be on in the moment. Jake sent me a message.
Jasmine: Do you have access to American TV here? - I looked at them.
Iris: Of course - She got up and turned on the TV - Which program?
Luka: USA24 News.
I have to admit that I was so stressed. I have no idea how people react to all this information. I started beating my nails and my leg started moving nervously.
Luka: Hey - He grabbed my hand and said with him calm voice - Don't worry about it, he can do it. The whole world loves Elena and Jake. They all will help us. We will find him.
Then, I looked at him and smiled. Whether I like it or not, he calmed me down a bit. I took a deep breath and looked at TV. I saw that Iris was looking at us with her proud and evil smirk. I just laughed.
Luka: Here - He pointed at the TV - This is it.
Iris put down the remote and came back to us. She sat down next to Dim and were watching with us. We didn't have to wait long for Eric to show up. I saw how furious he is.
Jasmine: Elena told him everything, I'm sure about it - I sighed - Just look at him. He's furious.
Luka: Mhm - He was focused - You're right.
Dim: What is this all about? - He looked at us questioningly.
Luka: Did you hear about the attack in Boston?
Iris: Who didn't? - She sighed - I'm so sorry, Luka. I know how important Jake is to you.
Luka: Thank you - He smiled at her - So, that's about it. There will be the whole truth.
Then Eric began his speech to the media. We listened carefully to every word he said. He was so incredibly furious but simultaneously, he was firm and serious. If only he saw Liam right now...
Luka&Jasmine: He would kill him - We mumbled.
Then, we looked at each other and laughed. We heard that the whole crowd gasped when they heard about Elena's accusations against Liam.
Dim: What?! - He shouted furiously and got up - He did what excuse me? - He looked at Luka.
Luka: Yes, he was abusing her for several months.
Iris: What recording is he talking about? - She looked at us questioningly.
We just sighed and nodded at the TV. That's when we saw the footage from Harvard.
Liam: I was looking for you all over America and you just came back here all by yourself? You could say you'd be back, I wouldn't waste my time looking for you.
Elena: You weren't supposed to be here
Liam: You wish. This time your loved one will not come to the rescue. Too bad. I would like to meet this famous Jake personally. I've heard a lot of good things about him. He is totally in your taste. Young, incredibly intelligent, cunning, sneaky, handsome and charming. But he keeps making the same, stupid mistake over and over again... He's giving you too much space. Because of your lovely Jake and this mistake you are here all alone and helpless.
Liam: Unfortunately for you, I also never make mistakes, Elena. I knew that when I was out of the office, Adam would ask you to give a lecture. Well... It took him two years, but still... That's why I have a wiretap in that lecture hall. I also heard your beautiful speech to these four students. You haven't change Elena. Loving, caring, good and incredibly intelligent. As always... Oh, come on. Don't tell me you didn't miss me.
Dim: This woman is terrified! - He started walking around the room.
Liam: See, sunshine? No escape. Not this time.
Iris: Oh my goodness! - She shouted and gasped - She jumped out the window!
Dim: Of course she did! She has no other choice!
Iris: But did you saw this? - She looked at Dim - She took her phone from his pocket. She's really good.
Dim: Where was everyone? It is impossible that nobody was in the fucking building!
Iris: God - She turned pale and got up too - Dim, he has a knife.
Dim: What? - He got closer look - Oh my... - He put his hands on his mouth.
Elena: You are sick.
Liam: And it's all because of you, my love. If you had been obedient there would be no problem. I have given you the chance to live a perfect life with me and you reject it. If you are not with me, you will not be with anyone else. So, answer my fucking question. Do you give up or should I mutilate that pretty face?
Iris: What?! - She shouted excited - How did she... - She looked at us.
Luka: She's a genius, Iris. This part with the bottle is my favourite one - I hardly smiled.
Dim: Fuck, he hurt her in her leg - He was even more furious - It doesn't look good.
Iris: I think adrenaline works so strongly that she didn't even notice it. She is still able to run.
Dim: Fuck! - He shouted again - She's trapped in this room!
Elena: Don't come near to me, Liam.
Liam: We could have had such a wonderful future together. And you chose to run away. Even now, you choose to run away from me. Because of what? Because of him? Do you really think he loves you? You are just another toy for him, Elena. If he loves you so much, where is he now, huh? I would never leave you alone, Elena. And you know it. I would never leave you alone even for a moment.
Iris: No, I can't look at this - She turned her head away and I saw tears in her eyes.
Jake: Elena, run! Now!
Iris: Did I hear...? - She immediately looked at the TV again.
Dim: Yes! - He shouted excited - Jake. He made it on time.
Liam: Pleasure to finally meet you, Jake. Nice technique. Martial arts?
Jake: Yes, but I stiffened a little. I had no one to train on lately.
Iris: That's my boy! - I saw her wide smile.
Dim: God! - He was shocked - Jake was training something? - He looked at us.
Liam: So what? Master vs. master duel?
Liam: Eastern school, I see. How about your leg?
Jake: Pretty nice. I did the tests, I don't have HIV, so you can touch me all over my body, sunshine.
Dim: Yes, that's definitely our Jake - He burst out laughing - Snappy as ever.
Liam: Snappy. We could get along... It's a pity that I don't share my rewards, handsome.
Iris: Shit - She hissed - Jake is going to kill him.
Then, Iris screamed in terror. Dim had to grab her, because she was about to pass out. Yes, that's the moment when Liam stabbed Jake's arm.
Dim: Motherfucker - He was embracing Iris - That's not fair! Jake has no weapon!
Liam: Give up or I will kill you, Danford.
Jake: Armed vs unarmed? That's not fair. But at least it's fun.
Iris: Oh, Jake... - She sighed and grabbed his forehead - Can't you be serious even when someone tries to kill you?
Dim: It's our Jake, Iris - He laughed - And are you still surprised?
Then, we saw our escape from the building. Everything was recorded there. Like Luka was running with Elena in his arms downstairs, we saw me and Jake walking downstairs too, but slower. We saw all policemen and paramedics. Then... We saw Liam's last message.
Liam: What a sneaky bitch.
Dim: What a stupid asshole - He hissed angrily - He thought that Elena is a piece of cake. Idiot.
Liam: You can hide even on the other half of the world, Elena. I'll find you anyway and you know it. I never make mistakes.
They both slowly turned their head to us. We just nodded and looked at the TV again. Eric continued making Elena's statement.
Eric: So, let's an official statement be sounded. Miss Elena Hope McClain is officially suing Liam Louis Williams for, first... Mental, physical and sexual abuse. Two, attack with knife at Harvard University. Three, causing grievous impairment to health. Four, threats and five, grievous impairment to Mr. Jake Danford's health. Miss McClain demands an absolute imprisonment for Liam Louis Williams. Miss McClain will not accept the Williams's bail or compensation. The trial will begin as soon as Liam Williams will be found. In the name of Elena and Jake, thank you. Now, you can ask questions.
Iris: It's really serious - She had to sit down - He almost killed them here.
Then, we heard all these questions for Eric. I was so proud when he confessed that he's Liam's brother.
Dim: What?! - He shouted even louder - So why is he taking care of Elena's case!? What if he's like him?
Luka: He's not - He said firmly.
Dim: And how do you know? - He looked angrily - What if he's as good actor as Liam?
Luka: Just look and listen - He nodded at the TV.
We heard all story about Liam and Eric. To be honest... We all were speechless, even me and Luka. We didn't know that Liam was abusing Eric too. Yes, Eric didn't want to talk about his family from the very beginning, but I would never expect that... I felt tears in my eyes.
Iris: He's a victim too - She sighed - Only he can make this madman accountable.
Dim: And that's all? - He finally sat down and sighed.
Jasmine: I think so...
Luka: No - He interrupted - Look. Eric hesitated.
Iris: Yes, you're right Luka - She got a closer look.
We saw that Eric came back and started talking again.
Eric: And I... I know that you're watching this, my dear brother. I have my special and personal message to you from me. You made the mistake, Liam. You messed with the wrong people and I swear... When we finally catch you... And I'm talking about Jake Danford, Luka McKing, Anthony Gomez, George Webster, Jacob Rodrigues, me and more and more... You won't even live up to your trial's day. That's my promise.
Dim: That's my man! - He clapped and shouted excited.
Jasmine: He's just...
Luka: Determined. Yes - He was nodding with his amazement - And he told the truth. Believe me, when we will find him... - He became furious - We will kill him, I swear.
Jasmine: Luka... - I sighed.
Luka: Who will accuse us? - He looked at me and was dead serious - We have the chief of the FBI and the President on our side.
Iris: I need a break - She grabbed her head.
Dim: I have an idea - He smiled at us - I will call our children and we will all meet here together. What do you think?
Luka: Uh, I don't think we...
Iris: It's great idea! - She started smiling - While we wait for them, we'll tell you everything we know about Joe and Maria.
Jasmine: I don't know - I looked at my watch - The hotel closes at 6...
Dim: Did you really think you were going to come back to the hotel today? - He burst out laughing - So, decided - He got up and took his phone - I'm sure everyone will want to hear what has happened to you during these 13 years. I'm not taking "no" as an answer - And he left the room.
Iris: Moreover, I will lock all doors! - She raised her finger - I'm sorry, you're trapped here - She laughed.
I just looked at Luka and started laughing. Luka hesitated for a moment, but he realised that he has no choice. He just grabbed his forehead and laughed too.
Luka: Well... I see I have no choice with that - He looked at Iris.
Iris: Of course not, Luka - She smirked - We all missed you so much! You owe us an explanations!
Luka: Are you okay with that? - He looked at me.
Jasmine: Sure, we have some free time anyway. We have our departure to Africa tomorrow.
Iris: Perfect! - She shouted excited and got up - So... Come with me... - She sighed.
Me and Luka looked at each other questioningly, but then we got up and followed her. We stood in front of some room. Iris took a deep breath and opened the room.
Iris: It all started in one night...