Chapter 66

At 2 p.m., Liam was called to the hospital. I was worried about what would happen or what would that crazy new doctor do to sabotage our relationship again. I packed a light snack for Liam and waited for him by the door.

" Lock the door when I get out, babe, and don't ever open it unless it's me, okay? Call me if there's any problem. I will message you once I'm done with my patients and whether I'll be able to come home tonight." He instructed, and I nodded in everything he said.

" Be careful, Liam. I'm sure that doctor is going to be there and might have some tricks on sleeves again. Let me know if you arrive safely and when you have spare time. I love you." I reminded him and kissed him.

" Don't worry too much, alright? I will handle her and will stay away from her if possible." He circled his arms in my waist and kissed me back. Then he turned to our daughter sprawled on the carpeted floor in front of the TV.

" Sweetheart, daddy's going to work now. Be good to mommy, okay? I love you." He called to her.

" Okay, daddy. I love you too," she answered with a wave and went back to watching the TV.

" Be careful, and you take care, okay? Don't strain yourself too much. I love you." He said and kissed one more time before exiting the door. I closed the door as soon as I saw him enter the elevator and locked it.

I fixed a snack for Sophie and continued setting our bedrooms and closets. When I came out of the bedroom, I saw my daughter fast asleep on the floor. So, I carried her to her room and let her take a nap.

I cleaned the living room and fixed myself a tea, and looked down the glass window. It is now 4 p.m., but Liam hasn't texted me yet. He is probably busy right now with his patients. I'll send him a message anyway, to ease my troubled mind.

" Hey, babe. I know I shouldn't text you, but I want to know if you've arrived safely in the hospital? Is everything okay? Anyway, the whole apartment is very quiet. Your daughter is taking a nap, and I am drinking my tea while missing you. Text me when you're free, okay? Love you."

I pushed the sent button and put my phone back in my pocket. I decided to prepare our dinner, and I'll keep some for Liam, in case he comes home late at night. I prepared chicken Alfredo pasta and garden salad.

After an hour, I am done with my cooking. I went to my room to take a shower before Sophie wakes up. I spent 30 minutes in the shower and am now putting on my white tank top and comfy baby blue pajama bottom.

I wrapped my hair up with a towel and went out to check on Sophie. It's getting dark outside, so I turned on the lamps in the living room and the drop lights by the dining. I went to my daughter's room to wake her up.

" Hey, sleepyhead, wakey, wakey. It's time for dinner, sweetheart. Come on up, you go." I kissed her cheek, and she stirred. She opened her eyes and smiled at me. I carried her outside and sat her on the chair.

I placed her food in front of her, and we started eating. Just then, my phone beeped, indicating a message. When I opened it, I gasped and dropped my fork on the plate.

" So, you've decided to move in with your boyfriend? Well, enjoy it while it lasts, Bella. You won't be happy for long." The stalker texted me with a photo of the three of us in the supermarket. He's been following us around! He knows we're here!.

I wanted to call Liam, but I hesitated. He might be busy now, and he doesn't need a distraction when he's working. I forwarded the message to Detective Drew and asked him to find this guy ASAP!

My phone rang, and detective Drew's number registered on the caller ID. I accepted the call and asked him what to do?

" Miss Montreal, calm down. We are doing everything we could to locate this person. It could be anyone. One thing's for sure is, he knows you and Liam." He stated.

" Now, don't go out alone or go to a secluded place where you will be vulnerable for a target. We had a new lead that Liam asked us to investigate. I'm optimistic we will identify this guy really soon. In the meantime, be very careful and trust no one, alright?" He advised, and I answered my agreement.

After a few more talks of do's and don'ts, we hang up, and I tried to finish my now cold dinner. My daughter Sophie looked at me with innocent eyes and asked if I'm okay. I smiled at her and nodded my head.

When we're done with our dinner, I asked Sophie to sit in the living room and watch TV while I clear the table and wash our dishes.

I was lost in my thoughts when my phone rang again. This time, it's Liam's number that's flashing on my screen. I wiped my hand with the cloth and answered his call.

" Liam! Are you okay?  I haven't heard from you since you left this afternoon. Have you had your dinner?" I bombarded him with questions right away.

" Baby, slow down.: He chuckled.

" I'm sorry, I wasn't able to text you right away, baby. We had a lot of patients, and I start work as soon as I arrived. I'll be there in an hour, love. I'm done with my checkups and come back in the morning for my rounds." He told me, and I was relieved that he is coming home tonight. I will show him the message from the stalker and tell him about my suspicions.

" Okay, babe. I'll heat your dinner when you're almost here. I've prepared chicken Alfredo pasta for dinner. Come home safe, okay? Have you seen that woman?" I asked him.

" I thought I saw her a while ago, but I stayed away and kept myself busy and surrounded with people. I'm going now, baby. I'll fix my things and will be on my way home."

" Okay, babe. Drive safely, and be careful." I told him and cut our call. I breathe a sigh of relief, now that I know we won't be alone tonight. It's really creepy when you know someone is watching you and following your every move.

I know that are undercover detectives downstairs watching us but, still, this lunatic is clever and has been very careful to cover his tracks. Whoever he or she is, I won't let them succeed. I won't go down without a fight and I won't give up on Liam.