Frantic (Read 16,034 times)

[djm]

Love how Philip told Chloe that he was Frantic. Great chapter. Glad that Chloe can get some sleep with Philip at her side. Can't wait to see if they find Victor and Kate.

[phloefansince2000]

Yes! Girl I love the part where Chloe is fantasizing about that day when her and Philip dancing the rain and referencing the time they did it when they were 16. I love that scene and I'm glad they're almost reunited!

[gapeach]

Man - miss a day at work and miss not one but TWO wonderful chapters. So glad that they are together and can't wait for the next update!

[Kpatch]

THAILAND, PHILIP’S HOTEL ROOM, THE NEXT MORNING

Philip is sitting up in bed watching Chloe sleep. She has barely moved all night. He can’t believe she’s here with him, yet he feels uneasy inside. What should he do when she wakes up? What should he say? Good morning sweetie. I’m sorry my parents kidnapped you and sold you into white slavery. Would you like bacon with your pancakes? It all seems so surreal. She’s sleeping like an angel but she’s been to hell and back. What happened to her? What is it she went through? Was she raped? Was she hurt? What did they do to her? He closes his eyes trying to force those thoughts out of his head. Finally, Chloe stirred. Then she sat up quickly, looking around and trying to figure out where she was. Her eyes rested on Philip’s and she gave him a beautiful smile. He smiled back and gently touched her face.
Philip: I wasn’t sure if you were ever going to wake up.
Chloe: How long was I sleeping?
Philip: Nine or ten hours. Something like that.
Chloe: How’s Wesley? Where is he?
Philip: He’s fine. Hope is taking care of him back home.
Chloe: They told me you were in a construction site accident. That’s why I went with that woman.
Philip: I’m fine. See? Nothing happened to me.
Chloe: Your parents …
Philip: They escaped from prison. The authorities are looking for them.
Chloe: They spoke to me.
Philip: When?
Chloe: I don’t know. I lost track of time. How long has it been since …
Philip: About four days. [He gently touched her hair.] But it felt like forever. How ... how did my parents speak to you?
Chloe: I was in this army barracks or something. Sort of a halfway house and they brought me into this old Asian guy’s office and Victor and Kate talked to me through the speaker on his phone.
Philip: Oh my god.
Chloe: They told me they sent you a note in my handwriting and it said I was leaving you … for … another man.
Philip: That’s right. There was a note when I got home from work that night.
Chloe: Did you believe it … did you really think I left you?
Philip: Chloe, that’s not important now. I’m here, right?
Chloe: They said that you wouldn’t come looking for me because you thought I left you. I need to know Philip. You didn’t believe it, right? Or else you wouldn’t be here.
Philip: Sweetie, I … I did believe it … at first. Then when Bo said that Victor and Kate escaped, I realized the truth.
Chloe starts to cry.
Chloe: Because I would never do that, Philip. I wouldn’t leave you. I wouldn’t leave you. Oh god, I didn’t think anyone was going to be looking for me.
Chloe begins sobbing and the floodgates open. The brave front she’s put on over the past few days dissolves and she releases all the anguish and fear she’s been holding inside. Philip feels tentative with his own wife and he is almost at a loss for what to do, so he does the only thing he can do at that moment. He takes her in his arms and rocks her, telling her it’s going to be okay.
Philip: It’s okay, sweetie, let it out. I’m here now. And you’re safe. You’re safe.
 

To be continued Monday …

[sportsgirl]

I didn't know there was an extra chapter yesterday... What a nice surprise.

I am glad but surprised that Philip admitted he did believe the note at first. I am also glad Chloe is getting out all her feelings now. Sometimes you have to have that really good cry!

I wonder what will happen next......

[djm]

I am shocked that Philip told the truth. I was not looking forward to her finding out later. Great that Chloe can let her feelings out. Now to find Kate and Victor. Thanks Kpatch.

[MrsM]

I hope Chloe doesn't hold Philip's admission against him.

[gapeach]

Love how Phillip admitted that he kinda believed the note at first, but then realized the truth after he found out Kate & Victor had escaped. Also loved how Chloe was finally able to break down. It is strange how the body reacts during times of stress or unease. You are fine during the event, but then when you are safe and sound, you breakdown!

[DancingDays]

May 4, 2012 7:04:06 GMT -5 MrsM said:

I hope Chloe doesn't hold Philip's admission against him.

I know, right?!? I have a sinking feeling that she might, though.

[mae00]

Given thier history, she shouldn't hold it against him.

Great chapter jkjpatch!! So glad that Phillip admitted that he did believe the note.

[fluffysmom]

I doubt Chloe will feel safe with Kate and Victor on the loose. I'm glad that Philip answered her honestly as the truth would have come out eventually. I'm glad Chloe was finally able to let her emotions out.

Will there be previews this weekend Kpatch? Pretty please.

[phloefansince2000]

I'm so happy Phloe are reunited Victor and Kate should be ashamed of themselves. What if Chloe was really raped or worse? I know Philip can't believe his parents would do something like that! I can't wait to read MORE!

[djm]

I want more too, but will be very happy with previews for next week. Please Kpatch.

[Kpatch]

Did someone ask for previews? Here they are. I'm going to guess that there might be another double chapter one of these days.


Monday
Aboard the Titan Jet, the group leave Thailand and head for Salem, but not without a little drama.


Tuesday
Back in Salem, Chloe sees her doctor.


Wednesday
Philip brings Chloe home, but something is wrong.


Thursday
Chloe finally tells Philip how she escaped.


Friday
Chloe can’t get past her ordeal.
There's news about Victor and Kate.

[sportsgirl]

Sounds exciting...I'll also place my bet on the double chapter day.