That night, Mr. Miller turned on the radio for the Sports update.
"Tuned into ESPN at this hour... With the college Tournament going on let's find out who's the one you support.... " the voice seems different.
"Mark, I think this isn't Emma. The voice seems to be different. Check on it."
"Sure."
The next day
"Good Morning Mr. Miller. Hope you are feeling better."
"mmmm...Mark, is there anything to report?"
"Ms. Watson has not been to the radio station since the accident."
"Strange... Did you check the reason?"
"After recording, she seemed to be followed by a group of 4. From the surveillance, even though She managed to escape, she had minor injuries. After that, she hasn't return to her Job"
"So where is she these days?"
"Her friend owns a cafe. She is currently helping her friend at a cafe."
"If she was involved with the accident, why would she be followed that day? Do you know where that cafe is ?"
"Yes Mr. Miller"
"Let's go then."
"Sir, I suggest going there once you recover."
"mmm.. Ask our people to keep an eye on her."
" Sure."
A week later...
"Mr. Miller, this is the cafe where Ms. Watson works."
"Why is there no one here?"
"Sir, the cafe will be open in an hour. We arrived early so as not to let anyone know about you."
"Ohk .."
A lady entered the cafe carrying a few boxes.
"Is she Emma?"
"She is Tina, the cafe owner."
Just then, a man entered the cafe area.
"Mr. Miller, I think the guy who just entered doesn't seem right."
"So..."
"Shall we go in case they cause any trouble?"
"No need. Just wait."
"Well, you seem to be ignoring my warning..."
Tina pushed the guy into the front yard
"Fred, I warn you... go away.."
"How can I go away? Accept my offer and I won't cause any trouble.."
"Just leave .. The cafe will be opened soon and people will be coming soon. Don't cause a scene."
"Do you think you can run the cafe smoothly? Where is she?"
Just then a lady rushed to protect Tina.
"Fred, Don't cause a scene. I will report to the police."
"So Emma, you came on time to protect her."
In the car...
"Is it her?"
" Mr. Miller, Ms. Emma is here."
"How could it be her?"
"Who?" Mark was puzzled.
As Fred started to smash the tables, Mr.Miller rushed from the car. Mark followed Mr. Miller.
Fred was about to smash a vase on Emma.
Emma closed her eyes in fright. After the vase broke, she slowly opened her eyes to find a man shielding her.
"Hey... you, who are you protecting these two ..?"
"How dare you hit..." Mark started to hit Fred.
Fred started to run from the cafe, Mark went behind him.
As Emma opened her eyes, she saw a man with a bandage on his forehead looking at her.
"Sir, are you alright?"
"She doesn't seem to remember me.." Mr. Miller thought
"Sorry, sir please have a seat..." Tina said.
"Thank you sir for helping us. Please sit here." Emma led the way.
"I will get the first aid kit."
"No, get a pack of ice."
Tina rushed to get ice.
"Sorry for the trouble caused."
"No problem."
Just then Tina arrived with the Ice pack.
Applying the ice Emma said, "If you feel the injury is serious, let me take you to the hospital. We will have the medical expenses covered."
"Yeah.. we can take you to the hospital," Tina said
"No, it's fine."
"Otherwise for a check-up, take him to Mr. White. We can be at ease."
"Sir, do you mind if it's a private consultation or do you want to go to the hospital?"
"I don't mind." Mr.Miller said
"Then let's go to Mr. White's house. It's just around the corner. He was a doctor in the military camp and very friendly. He will surely treat you well just like the doctor's in the hospital. Don't worry."
Mr. Miller agreed with a gentle smile.
"You take him. I will clean this up before the customers come." Tina said.
"ok.."
Before Mark was back, Emma took Mr. Miller to Dr. White's house.
"Good Morning, Mr.White." Emma greeted an old man who was watering the plants.
"Oh, Emma.. Come.. Come.. Where is my cake?"
"I will surely get it by evening."
"Remember, my wife shouldn't catch us."
"Sure .. but can you please do me a favor?"
"Yeah .. tell me."
"Can you please check him? He was hit by a vase at the cafe."
"Is it Fred again?"
Emma nodded sadly.
"I told you, girls.. You should have already kept him under bars. Every time he comes, someone or the other is hurt."
"I am sorry. I will ensure it won't happen again."
"You told me the same last week when you were injured. Now see this guy, he is also injured. Did you dress this wound?"
"No, I had an accident a couple of days ago. It's just the shoulder now." Mr. Miller replied.
"Ok. Let me check."
"Dr.White, is it serious?"
"No, it's just a bit swollen. I will write down an ointment and a few painkillers. It will be fine in 3 days."
"Thank you."
"You seem to have a good fitness."
"Thank you, sir."
Dr.White turned towards Emma and said,
"Don't worry. I will let go this time. Next time, remember to call the police."
"Sure, Mr. White. I will treat you to your favorite strawberry cake today." Emma said with a smile.
.....To be continued...