Chapter 13
Nate
“Your father told me to expect a visit from you, though I must admit I’m a bit disappointed,” Lockhart says while leaning back in his chair.
I don't say anything so he keeps talking. “It's been months since your father called me Nate. What exactly have you been doing? You certainly aren't working and it seems your hygiene is lacking.” He wrinkles his nose at me in disgust.
“I've been applying for work at a few companies. Nothing has pulled through though. I was hoping not to have to ask for any favors.” I reply while running my hand through my hair. I fucking hate this shit.
I prefer if you beg Nate.” Lockhart says with a smirk. “If not, I'm sure I can figure out some sort of service you could provide to make a suitable income.”
“I'm not doing that” I grit out.
He leans over his desk staring at me with a pointed look. “Let me make myself clear, Nate. You have two options. Either you hand yourself over or you hand her over. Either way, I will end up with a taste of what I have been waiting a long time to have. The real question is, are you going to selfishly benefit from it or will you be a knight in shining armor?”
“How long do I have before I need to give her up?” I ask, not skipping a beat. There’s no way I can hand myself over to this monster.
“I always knew you were your father’s son,” He responds with a grin. Standing from his desk, he starts unzipping his pants. “Let's seal the deal with a kiss. Come tomorrow you will have a pretty signing bonus waiting for you in your new office.”
I gulp, looking over my shoulder and see both guards blocking the exit. Turning towards an approaching Lockhart, I close my eyes and pretend I’m anywhere but here.