The Personal Assistant - COMPLETED

It's been three weeks since the lies finally ended. Gerard got everyone new phones and numbers. For the first two weeks we stayed with Mikey and Sarah, they were so kind to me even though I wasn't family. Mikey even let me hear new tracks from Electric Century, promising not to let anyone know.

Most of my bruises were finally gone, others were faint marks on my skin. My arms were healed from the cuts, there were a couple scars from the deeper cuts. The cops kept us informed on the situation, which was they couldn't find him and he was still out there. I knew he would be hard to catch, every night I prayed he wouldn't find me.

After two weeks Gerard, Lindsay, Bandit and I all went back to their house. Bandit was happy to finally be back home to her bed and her toys, she was still so innocent not having a clue on what was happening. The first few days were rough, none of us getting any sleep. I barely ate anything, constantly worried I would turn around and Matt would be there.

Now here we are, like I said it's been three weeks since I told them the whole truth. Lindsay has been sweet to me, she talks to me about anything just to keep our minds off of Matthew. Right now Gerard was taking a shower, Lindsay and Bandit were upstairs playing and I was watching TV. I had actually grabbed some toast to eat and was taking my first bite when the news came on.

My hands started shaking, Zacky's and Matthew's picture appeared. The newswoman started to speak, "the body of Zacky Agustin was found behind the Bennington Apartments earlier this morning. Someone complained of a smell to the manager, he is said to have been dead for over three weeks."

I continued to watch with wide eyes, "Matthew Price is a suspect in the murder case, he is still wanted for questioning in an attack case on a Shiloh Davis. If you see this man please do not approach, he is considered dangerous." Quickly I turned the television off, his picture staring at me.

Without thinking I started to cry, I was tired of crying but what else could I do. My hands covered my face and I was bent over still sitting on the couch. The spot next to me shifted as someone sat down, arms wrapped around me. His familiar voice trying to sooth me. "Shy, it's okay. Shhh, I'm here. Don't cry." Gerard's hand started to rub circles on my back.

I turned to face him, bringing myself closer and embraced him. He just hugged me tighter, letting me cry on his shirt. Gerard smelt really good, a mixture of the body wash and his cologne. His hair was still wet and when my face brushed up against it, it left water streaks. "What happened?"

Even though I was out of breath and sniffling, somehow I told him. "There-there wa-was a news story. The po-police found Zac-Zacky. Matthew is sti-still out there." He squeezed me tight and I heard him release a heavy sigh.

"It's okay, he won't find you. He's already been here, he didn't find you here, no point in coming back. Matt can't stay hidden forever, he can't call you, you are safe with me." In that moment I did feel safe, wrapped warmly in his arms. A part of me wanted to kiss him but the logical side reminded me he was married. I couldn't ruin the relationship Lindsay and I had started, we were actually becoming friends.

Suddenly another pair of arms were tightly wrapped around me, much smaller arms. "Shiloh, are you okay? Why are you crying?" Gerard let me go to turn and face Bandit. Her eyes showed she was worried, "I made you something."

Lindsay was standing behind Bandit, "she made it all by herself. Thought it would help cheer you up."

Bandit took my hand and started pulling me off the couch. "Come on, let's go." I followed her up the stairs and into her bedroom. Gerard and Lindsay right behind. I could hear Lindsay ask him what happened and he told her what I had said. Then I heard her softly whisper 'that poor girl'.

We entered "B's" room, she had me close my eyes. I could tell that Lindsay was on one side of me and Gerard on the other. Both put a hand on my shoulders, I couldn't help but smile. "Okay, open your eyes." My eyes opened to see Bandit holding a decorated box.

I took the box and opened it, inside was a beaded bracelet. Around the bracelet there was four letters, each one separated by three beads. There was an "L", "G", "B" and finally there was and "S". "Thank you Bandit, it's beautiful and goes perfect with my locket." I placed my hand over it, since I got it back, I've never taken it off.

I knelt down and she hugged me. "Now no matter what, you'll always have us with you." This kid was so sweet and smart, I loved being around her. Around all of them, I felt blessed to have them in my life. Who would have ever thought that I would make friends with Gerard Way and his family. I told them how grateful I was for their hospitality and taking me in after everything.

My eyes started to get heavy, "I think I'm going to lie down for a bit." They both agreed that was for the best, and I headed for my room. It didn't take long, as soon as my head hit the pillow I was out. Lindsay actually woke me up, she was smiling sweetly at me.

"Sorry Shy but dinner's ready and you should try to eat something." I nodded and sleepily got out of bed. The kitchen smelled amazing, garlic bread and cheese pizza. Gerard was by the oven, he was wearing his red apron, taking out the food. I started to giggle without realizing, he turned around smiling as well. Bandit was already at the table, I kissed the top of her head and sat down next to her.

"And what is so funny Shiloh?"

"Nothing." It was the apron, anytime I saw him in it, I couldn't help but giggle. As Gerard and Lindsay finished setting up the table I texted Becky. "Hey Becks, hope you made it home safely. Thank you for everything and for being an amazing friend."

"No phones at the table." I glared at Gerard.

I responded in a sarcastic sassy attitude, "okay dad." I could see a little smirk appear.

"Watch that tone young lady or I'll wash your mouth out with soap."

"Both of you zip it or I won't give either of you your allowance." Lindsay said without even breaking from what she was doing. Gerard and I however bursted into laughter, Bandit following just because it made her laugh to hear us laugh. Finally Lindsay joined in and the kitchen was booming with four different types of laughter.

After we settled, sat around the table, it was finally time to eat. Everything tasted delicious, it was the first time in a long time that I had a proper meal. Since Gerard and Lindsay made dinner, I offered to clean up. Bandit ran off to play, but they both stayed in the kitchen with me.

They were still sitting at the table talking, "Gee I think we need to go out soon. Like a dinner and a movie."

"I agree, something special just the two of us. We just have to wait, now is not the best time. I promise I'll treat you to a night out."

They wanted to have time together but can't because of me. That wasn't acceptable in my mind. "Why don't you two go out and have a great night?"

"With everything going on, it's just not the right time. You...."

"I what? Look, I don't need to be treated like I'm a piece of glass that's going to shatter. You've changed the gate code, changed all the locks and I can watch Bandit. If I get too scared to be alone, I can call Mikey and I'm sure he would come over."

Lindsay asked, "are you sure?" I nodded. "Gee, what do you say?"

"I guess if Shiloh's okay then we can do it." Lindsay hugged him tight, he gave her a smile but when he turned at me he looked worried.

After two weeks preparing, tonight Gerard and Lindsay would be going out. It's been a little over a month and no sign of Matthew, cops figured he left the country. I still haven't heard from Becky, of course I was worried but it could be a simple answer. Right now I was helping Lindsay pick out her outfit, she held up two dresses.

I sat on their bed looking at both of them. One was just a plain long sleeve blue dress, the other a short sleeve black with small red polka dots dress. I voted for polka dots, and she agreed. She handed me the dress, as she went to put the other one away. Lindsay quickly stripped her robe off, leaving her in her black and lacy undergarments. She was beautiful, my eyes looked over her body, seeing her tattoos.

I handed her the dress and she slipped it on, she smiled at me and I tried smiling back but it came out weak. "Shy, what's wrong? We don't have to go out of you're scared."

"That's not it, I'm just thinking how lucky Gerard is to have such a beautiful wife."

"Shiloh, one day a guy will be lucky enough to have you. You're just as beautiful, it's a shame you can't see it."

"So far the only guy that wants me is a psychotic asshole."

"You can only go up from there, right? Now come on, no more sadness." She was right and I genuinely smiled at her. Gerard was waiting downstairs for us, he was wearing a black short sleeve shirt and black jeans. I came down first, Lindsay right behind me. Bandit ran up and jumped into my arms, the three of us stood in front of Gerard.

"I must have died and gone to heaven to have three beautiful angels in front of me." He walked towards us, kissed Bandit's cheek, then mine and finally kissed Lindsay's. "Are you ready?"

"Yep, Shiloh remember, if you need to call Mikey. He knows we are going out, and is ready to be here in any given second. Bandit behave and do what Shiloh says."

"Have fun you two and stay out as late as you want." Bandit and I waved goodbye and they waved back from the car. We watched as the two left for a night out, leaving Bandit and I alone in the house.

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