Mitsuki's Pov
I woke up like normal as usual, but this time without Hunter. It's been weeks since they left. I miss him so much. Kaito and I haven't got a chance to talk, he must be busy with work.
I wonder how they are doing right now? I'm sure they're fine. I got up from the bed and did my morning routine. I finished everything I had to do and decided to work.
"Let's check my mail first.!" I opened my laptop. There are a lot of emails, mostly from clients. I scrolled down and read some of them. It's all feedback about my design. I'm so glad they all love it! I couldn't help but smile.
"Let's see more." I kept scrolling until I saw an unfamiliar mail.
"Hm. Who could this be? I don't remember this username." I checked the date, and it was sent last week. From adamsf4@.. Who could this be?
I stopped for a second and stared at the name. Why do I feel nervous seeing this? Ah! Snap out of it. I should stop overthinking too much. I shake my head and nod to myself. Why are you nervous? It's probably a client for sure. I'm not supposed to remember all of them, can I? I shrugged, then I finally opened the mail. I try to read it out loud.
"Hello, Dear Mitsuki. It's been a week since the last time we saw each other. I miss you so much that I think I'm going crazy. You probably had no idea who this person is. I'm sure that you are very confused right now reading this, but worry not, you'll probably figure it out. So, I suggest you keep reading until the end. ;). How are you? I hope you're doing fine, make sure to stay healthy. I can't wait to see you again. Get ready for that. I'll be coming for you. Of course, I won't tell you when. It's a secret! Hahaha! I wanted to surprise you after all! I can already imagine your reactions! Ah~ I'm getting excited. Haha! Please look forward to our meeting. It's very soon! Oh, before I forgot! I decided to give you my book at our next meeting. You know you love it, The guide to a perfect suicide.–"
I couldn't finish reading the email when I fell down from my seat. My eyes have widened in fear and I winched in disgust as my body trembled.
The last message triggers a recurring flashback for me. It's him! The man! I felt a knot of fear in my stomach. How did he know my account?! Did he know where I live?! What should I do? I couldn't think of anything else. Fuck it!! My mind was in chaos. What should I do?! What should I do? Do I hide now? What if he comes here without me knowing and kidnaps me like last time? Should I call the police? But what would I tell them? Should I tell them that someone is trying to threaten me? They won't believe me if there's no evidence! A feeling of dread froze through me. I'm so fucked up! My tears started running down my face. My heartbeat was so loud, I don't know why this is happening to me. Why, why me? It's unfair!! I cried out loud, letting myself feel the cold floor.
I have to call Kaito..... I'll tell him everything this time. He could help me.... I flinched. No! No! I can't let him know for now.... I don't want to worry him; I don't want to be a burden. I took a deep breath as I closed my eyes and tried to ignore this dark fear within me. I can't stop my tears, but I try to calm myself a little.
"Relax, it's going to be okay." I whispered to myself.
I should give him a call and try to ask if it's possible for him to get me... Regrets started eating me alive. I should've gone with him when he asked me. It was all my fault, everything was my fault. My legs are shaking. I can't walk properly but I tried to stand up to get my phone. I hate myself for being weak. I unlocked my phone and tried to call Kaito. I hope he's not busy.
"Please answer." I said, still trying to calm the panic, I tried to keep my breathing steady as I nervously bits my nails. Ugh! Why is he not answering? Please, please answer your phone.
"The number you have dialed cannot be reached at the moment.." What is he doing right now? He must be working. I dialed again just in case, but suddenly some unknown number was calling me. I furrowed my brows. I don't have time for this. I ignored the call and dialed Kaitos' number one more time. Please answer.
"Fuck." My heart is racing in fear and panic, leaving my body frozen...
"Let's call him again." I was about to dial his number, but the same unknown number earlier texted me. Who the hell is this?! I was planning to block it, but then a new message popped up from the same number. I clenched my fist and decided to check the messages.
My heart froze and my stomach turned icy. I couldn't believe my eyes!
"How did he manage to-" I couldn't even finish my sentence because of my fear.
'Don't try to do something funny, like calling the police or your brother.''Don't even think of asking for help from anyone.''Try to call him again and he's going to die.''You don't want to lose your dear family, do you?.''I know everything, just so you know.''Don't make me kill you.'
My phone fell from my hand. I lost my balance, and the tears started rolling down my face again. I couldn't breathe... I felt like I'm dying. . I stood for a couple of seconds, my eyes closed and I felt my stomach churning, and I was feeling nauseous.. I wish I could suddenly shrink. I know now I won't be able to escape from him, no matter what I do... He knows me and my family... I'm so afraid, but I won't let him ruin my life! I must do something about this whole situation. It might be very hard now, but I know I'll be able to figure a way out from his scheme..
I have no idea how he managed to contact me and how he knows my family. I'm pretty sure that he must have a connection somewhere, but I refuse to die like this!
I'll fight him no matter what. I won't let that man control me! I have to prefer myself for anything dangerous. I won't let him do what he likes. I'll protect them even if it means killing him. I'll protect my family and myself. I'm going to make sure my body and mind are completely prepared for what's about to happen.. I checked the message again and took a screenshot of it. It's going to be okay. I will send a copy of this to the police.
I jolted! Another message from him.
'I'm only kidding about killing your family. I don't want you hating me, after all.'
Son of a bitch! I was having trouble getting rid of a bitter taste in the back of my mouth. I took another deep breath as I clicked the reply button and started typing.
'Where did you get my number?'
'From someone I know.'
'And who could that be? 'I know asking questions like this is pointless, but I have to try everything to gather information about this man.
'Hm. From one of your clients.'
What the hell?! He answered?! He's too suspicious even in text. Wait— Client? So he knows one of them?! I have to be extra careful from now on. But I have to make sure if he's telling the truth. What if he also threatens them to give him what he asks? There's a chance that might be the case. I tried to text him back, even though I'm trembling inside.
'Do you know where I live?'
This might seem ridiculous asking him if he knows my address, but it's all or nothing. If he knows my address, then I have no choice but to leave this building before he comes here.
'And what if I do?'
I couldn't help but be terrified... My legs were trembling from fear, I was sweating, and my hands were cold and clammy. Unfair! This is unfair! What did I do wrong to deserve this?! I am fucking terrified.. But, I don't want to die... I know it is useless, and yet, I must do something... I must overcome my fear..
'How the hell did you know my address?!'
'My, my, getting angry, I see. Well, I just threatened her a bit, that's all.'
I knew there's no way my clients would give my information so easily! This man is a monster! I hope she's safe….
'What did you do to her?!' What if he kill her?!
'Chill out, dear~ I didn't do anything. I left after that. She's too boring for me, ya know.'
'You're a monster...'
'Aww, come on. Don't say that. You're hurting me, Mitsuki.'
This is useless! I'm such an idiot for making a conversation with him! Jeez... I took screenshots of all our conversations and blocked his number. I should go to the police and hand them the screen shots.
"You won't get away this time!"