Chapter 8

What happened before:

Just as he was about to continue, my mobile rung. I took it out and saw an unfamiliar number. I was confused but didn't show it. Tim was still trying to avoid his brothers hard glares and wrath, the rest beside Martino were entertaining themselves or watching in amusement how the brown-haired boy shot glares at Tim and Tim would always react with a jump or something like that. Though Martino gave me an questioning look.

I answered the call, but had yet to speak up. It was still on the line till 'Hello? Am I speaking with Miss...

'Miss Marina Ariti Doukas Tsitak?'

asked a feminism voice. I immediately tensed but tried to play it off, as I was still in public. Not a lot of people knew my whole name.

'Yes' I answered with a cold voice.

'good. I finally reached you. I'm calling because of the will of your mother Dianna Viktoria Tsitak and step father Dravik Morin have left behind. '

She stated. 'Yes? What is it?'

'Well, its seems a bit complicated do you have something to write on?'

'Why-Wait a minute please' I said. I turned to Tim, catching his attention 'Pen paper' He furrowed his brows but did as I said. He gave me his whole college block, and a pen. I walked to the car, ignoring the questioning look of Martino and put the college block on top of the silver car.

'Hello? I'm back' I informed.

'Ah yes, so did you know that your mom and your stepfather both left a will?'

' Eh. Not exactly. I knew that Dravik wanted to rewrite his, but I didn't know she had one. Excuse me but, what is this about?'

'Ehm, well it seems as if your stepfather didn't follow the will of your mother, and embezzled a bit of the money that was for you'

'He did what?' I was fuming with anger and it was evident in my voice. I took a calming breath and turned around leaving the college block and looking at the others. Only a few were looking back at me. Most eyes were trained on Tims reactions as his brother was giving him still an earful. I knew I couldn't hold this conversation in public and had to end it quickly if I wanted to keep my emotionless face.

'He uhm embezzled a part of the money, which was supposed to be for you.' She spoke. I was raging, but from outside it seemed like I was the calmest ever as I took deep small breaths, to calm me. Trying not to be too attention catching.

'How much?'

She sighed and said 'Uhm about only a little part was opened to him, to use for you. That was ehm, $ 250.000.' I sighed.

' Was that all there is to it? Because I'd like to know why we are doing this over phone instead in person'

' Well, this case was transferred to me as the previous lawyer went into labor yesterday. And my office is in California'

I closed my eyes and said 'That won't be a problem we can reschedule the meeting to another day as I will be moving there soon. Could you just summarize what the situation is?' I asked her.

'That's good, so it seems as the will of your mother has yet to be fulfilled and that in the will of your stepfather, he had declared you as the lone bearer of all of his belongings'

' What?' I asked incredulously-'when was his written? I asked with a slight stutter.

'-uhm, please give me a minute Im looking for it' she said

Martino asked 'Is everything okay' with a concerned voice. I didn't answer him and continued to ignore him. Tim was in front of me asking 'Sofia? Who's on the line?'

'Lawyer' I answered. His already furrowed brows furrowed deeper and he took my hand and drew small patterns on the back of it. He knew that something wasn't alright. He wouldn't just take my hand in front of everybody and try to calm me. 'What's going on?' he tried again. I didn't answer.

'Hello?'

' yes' I answered and waited impatiently, for her

'Well it seems as if the area where the date would be is damaged. So, its unreadable.' I felt startled but quickly caught myself, before I could show it on my face. I focused on my shoes, I began to lean on the expensive car so my feet were stretched out in front of me, both on their heels.

' Is it possible to find it out, through repair work?'

' Of course, but you don't have to worry it is still legally usable.'

' Ok, then I will ehm-call you if I now when we could make an appointment, thank you and Good bye -'I said and ended the call as soon as I heard her say it back

Tim asked, sensing that I was close to break down 'Hey what was that about?' At the same time Martino asked' Why do you need an appointment?' I took my time, looking at them both before glancing behind them. Most of them, who paid attention, had confused looks, while Tim and Martino did too, but had also concern. Tims concern was deeper though, as I could feel his grip on my left hand getting harder. I shouldn't have let the stutter come out

I began to explain 'Lawyer, the wills and need an appointment later'. I took a deep breath, collecting myself and continued' Ok I think its time to go, if we don't want to be stuck in traffic. Bye Tim, guys'

Tim hugged me tightly, but I was stiff as he was exactly putting pressure on my wound. But like earlier I ignored it and just patted his back, like earlier. 'Call me' he whispered, still hugging me 'Sure' He let go off me and whispered 'Maybe see you at loft?' I didn't answer only giving him a shrug as a respond. He chuckled but had a sad look in his eyes again. 'You definitely have to visit before leaving' he demanded not whispering anymore. I only nodded successfully suppressing a chuckle.

He looked my b-Martino up and down, gulped, but put on a threatening look on his face as he began 'You!' I was shocked at his behavior, but like always didn't let it show. Martino however, along with everyone else who paid attention to the happenings had big eyes and were shocked. It was unusual to see Tim speak like this. 'Who are you?' Tim asked with his eyes being only small slits.

Aww, is he being (over)protective!!!

I tried my best to suppress a chuckle and looked at Martino, who had a shocked and yet confused look in his face. He began' I'm her brother', just as he said that Tims eyes widened and he looked at me for confirmation. I nodded. The bad boys looked like they were completely lost or just shocked and confused at this new discovery. Tim put his threatening face on again, thinking hardly, before he proceeded with 'If you even dare do anything to her, may it be physical or psychically, you will regret being born into this life! Understood! '

Now I was shocked at my best friend, and took his hand which he had begun to form into small fists into mine. Just like he did earlier, did I know, draw small patterns on his hands. Martino did look a little surprised and shocked, along with a tiny bit of fear maybe, while the others including his brothers, had their jaws on the floor and were gaping at him like fish.

Martino responded 'I would never hurt her, she's my sister'. with a serious face, looking Tim into his eyes and then into mine. Tim like he is, only raised his brow and continued with a serious look 'That's good to know as I will be asking her every single day, and if I notice anything unusual about the ways she texts or answers, I'll come straight to California and make my threat come true '

It was my turn to raise my brow as I looked at Tim, not stopping the pattern drawing 'Really?' I asked. Trying my best to not let my amusement and doubtfulness into my voice. He looked at me and firmly said 'Yes'. Before I could react though, had Tim done already something, that I couldn't sort to good or bad. Which is if we rewind to 5 seconds.

'Also we are coming with you to the airport. So, you'll have to inform us of when you'll be leaving'., demanded Tim. Before I could interject Martino had already said 'Of course, but who do you mean by WE? ''Of course, my family, who else'

This led to the current situation me trying to get Martino and Tim away from each other, before Tim accidently exposes all of my secrets. 'Ok, if that's all I'll see you soon Tim', I gave him his college block and pencil back.' And you background characters' I said, looking over to the group of bad boys 'Let's never meet again, Ciao!'. And with that I sat into the silver car and immediately looked at my mobile, checking for any messages. After a few seconds Martino closed the car door and began driving off.

Finally finished editing!
Come on it shouldn't take over 2h to edit a chapter. This was one of the more intriguing scenes
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