Sonya arrives at Dylan’s residence 11.00am sharp. Everyone was present and she handed around the contracts. She senses apprehension when nobody opened their contracts. She looked straight at Dylan “what’s going on, c’mon let get this done and out of the way so we can go out and celebrate.”
Again nobody moved. Sonya walked up to Dylan “What the fucks going on Dylan.”
“Sonya I’m truly sorry but I’m not signing this contract.”
“You’re joking right…tell me this is a fucking joke.” Growls Sonya
One of the member nods against it.
“RIGHT” bellowed Sonya “everyone out except you.” Pointing to Dylan.
Once the last member left and the door closed Sonya was about to explode in a fit of rage.
“It won’t matter how upset you get, yell, scream I’m not signing. Things have happened in my life that I feel is more important than this.”
Sonya in a child like voice mimicked Dylan’s statement, then added more “This is fucking bullshit, do you know how much time, effort and sacrifice I’ve put into you. You were nothing but a drug addict, a blubbering mess. I got beaten up, I risked my life to keep you safe.”
“You were compensated” said Dylan dryly
Sonya’s rage got out of hand and she picked up a glass and slammed it against the wall. “It’s not about the fucking money you dumb bitch…..” shrieks Sonya
“No…I know and I’m sorry.” Apologies Dylan
“You’re sorry well good for you….now I’m out of a fucking job and you get the fairy-tale ending.”
Dylan shakes her head “No…your not.” Dylan fills her in on the replacement and that things will still be ok, she still has her job as manager.
Sonya sits down and sobs “It won’t be the same.”
Dylan squatted in front. “I know…”
“So I guess this is goodbye.”
Dylan nods to confirm
Olivia all buts skips into the precinct she felt that good. She puts her coat in her locker and sat down at her desk opposite her partner.
“good morning Elliot” she almost sang.
Elliot didn’t respond immediately. He then put his pen down and looked at his partner.
“Dylan dropped by late last night….she was upset about her signing the contract.”
“Oh” Olivia trying to remain calm
“Yeh really freaked out over whether to take the contract or spend Christmas with us.”
Olivia didn’t respond she didn’t know where this was heading and just nodded
Elliot sat back and crosses his arms over his chest “She was so upset when she left that I was afraid she was going to do something stupid. Maybe try to score I don’t know. So I followed her.”
Olivia felt a knot in her stomach tighten
“I followed her to 3 different bars.”
“Elliot.” Olivia now had an idea where he was leading
“Then.” He paused “then she shows up at your apartment, so I waited.”
“Elliot stop.” Olivia trying to keep her voice calm
“I waited for over an hour.”
“Elliot I can explain.” Offered Olivia with no success
“then the lights went off.”
“She was drunk and upset so I let her stay the night.”
“that’s bullshit….and you know it. My sister is so vulnerable at the moment and the last thing she needs is you taking advantage of her.” Growled Elliot
“Elliot I assure you I’m not taking advantage of her…she needed support and reassurance.”
“Oh I can image what support and reassurance you gave her.” Mocked Elliot
Olivia facial expression hardened, she wasn’t going to justify her actions to her partner.
“This conversation is over.” Said Olivia
“No it’s not…. I can’t believe you’re screwing my sister.” Elliot banged the table knocking over his coffee.
Olivia got to her feet and snarled “I do not have to justify my actions to you.”
“Well are you?” demanded Elliot louder
“That is none of your business Elliot” again snarled Olivia
“Bullshit…… answer me god damn it.” demanded Elliot
It was out of Olivia’s mouth before she could stop “You’re not her father Elliot and thank christ for that.”
Elliot raced up to Olivia but she didn’t flinch
“You know nothing.” Hissed Elliot
“Elliot I know everything, I know of the abuse, you not believing her..you assaulting her.” Gritted Olivia
“I only slapped her, she was hysterical.”
“You still physically assault her, …..now back off Elliot or this is going to get embarrassing for both of us.” Olivia warned him through clenched teeth.
Elliot stepped back as Olivia’s phone rang. She picked it up still eyeballing her partner. Her demeanour changed once she was talking
“Really….are you sure you want this. Actually he’s right here.” Olivia handed the receiver to Elliot
Elliot listened quietly but Olivia could see his body tensed.
“very well it’s your decision I just hope you made it and nobody persuaded otherwise” looking straight at Olivia. He then hung up.
“Well congratulations Olivia, she’s just given up her career for you.” The he leaves the building