Just Hold On (Tag: Levi)

[Levi Alexander Wolfe]

Levi’s hazel eyes went wide. The girl who had ran away from him years ago was now hugging him, buried in his chest. He felt her shiver, and he remained quiet. There was nothing to say. He hugged the girl tighter too him. Sometimes you just needed to cry, sometimes you just needed to be hugged. He remained still and quiet. Letting her get out everything she needed to. He was there, he wasn’t going to let anything happen to her. She was safe.

When the girl spoke, the officer nodded. “Of course. I just need to get this guy in my car.” He said, pointing to the guy knocked out behind him. “Just a few more…” Before Levi could even finish the sentence he heard the man shout some profanity. Immediately Levi turned to look at the man, but he was too late. The man was already on his feet, covered in blood, trying to shake the handcuffs off. He stumbled around a bit before charging right in the direction of Levi and Fiona. The officer swiftly moved the girl out of the way as the man came right at them slurring and cursing. Eyes wide, Levi was focused. His heart was pounding and the second the man came for them Levi took two steps to the right and stuck out his leg. The man cursed some more before being silenced by the ground smacking full forced into his face. Whether if it was the correct thing to do or not he didn’t care. He looked back at Fiona. “You okay?”

Levi crouched down to the man and lifted his head up. The man spat out a red tooth, his face drenched in his own blood. “You are under arrest for the attempted murder of a man, and attempted assault of an officer. You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in the court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford one, one will be provided to you. Do you understand these rights as they have been read to you?” Voice calm and steady, Levi waited patiently before that man gave a slurred fuck you. Good enough. He shrugged and hoisted the man to his feet. He looked behind him. “Stay behind me. My car’s not too far.”

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Tag: Nonie Savage

[Nonie Savage]

Nonie just held onto levi like he was the only thing keeping her there in reality. In a way, he actually was. In any other case she would've run. She would've fled and made sure he would never find her again.. She'd become too much of a memory; it would be way too hard for him to forget her now. Yet the fear couldn't reach her for once, her sadness taking grip of her as she wept into Levi. Even after she had finally settled, she wasn't as afraid. She had to get to Clint; he was far more important than her reliving memories she wanted to forget anyways. So she had spoken up and Levi answered, saying they would just have to get the man to the car. Nonie nodded but then jolted when she heard the third voice.

The man was....alive?! Nonie was frozen, unable to do anything but watch as Levi tripped the man. Levi asked if she was ok, and mutely Nonie nodded. She.... she hadn't killed someone again. He was alive! Even though the man was an asshole, Nonie was glad she hadn't had to end anyone else's life. Although a dark voice in the back of her head pointed out that she probably wouldn't be so glad if Clint ended up dying. Gulping, she pushed that though to the back of her mind and hugged herself, standing. Clint was going to be ok. He had to be. Forcing her focus someone else other than inside, Nonie watched as Levi arrested the man.

"Ok." She said in reply, following him quickly as worry started gnawing at her heart again. She really was worried for her friend, and the sooner she could get to the hospital, the sooner she could be by his side.

[Levi Alexander Wolfe]

Levi had a grip on the man’s writs and with the other he had firmly place on the back of his neck. As they walked forward, he would ever so often look back at Fiona. The girl had been through so much in one night. She witnessed what he assumed was her friend getting stabbed, he knocked another man out, not to mention that same man almost tried attacking her. He couldn’t help but think what else she had been through. He was pretty confident to think that her life hadn’t been all rainbows and ponies. What an odd comparison. He shook the thought. He was determined to get her to the hospital.
 
As they approached his car, Levi went to put the man in the back seat. Once the man was secured in the back Levi closed the door and then opened the passenger side for Fiona. “Ever been in a cop car before?” He asked, more so looking at it as something exciting to ride along. As and after thought he realized that it may have not the best thing to ask. Not making a big deal of it, he closed the door and proceeded to get in. He looked back at the man who was laying across the entire back seat. Through the bars Levi could see he had gotten blood all over the seats. Great.

Putting the car in drive, he turned the lights and sirens on. He gave Fiona a look, “You should probably put your seat belt on.” He said with a smirk. Immediately after Levi pulled out into the streets, speeding through the town, having a little more fun with the whole thing than he should be.

“So…You ever get those shoes?”

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Tag: Nonie Savage

[Nonie Savage]

Nonie trudged along quickly, far more concerned about Clint than having to get in a car with someone. He was going to be ok. She just kept repeating that in her head over and over again. He was going to be ok. That was all she focused on as they reached Levi's car and the man was shoved and secured in the back. Levi asked her a question and she blinked, staring at the car before shaking her head and getting inside the passenger seat. She'd never had to get in a police car, thankfully. Although glancing back at the bloodied man in the back seat, Nonie couldn't help but be reminded that she very well could've been.

Hearing Levi again, Nonie jolted a little and blushed, but nodded and put her seatbelt on. It just felt so... strange being in a car. The last time she had been in a vehicle was when Brent had forced her onto the bus all those years again. But no.... she didn't want to dwell on that. It made her heart ache too much thinking about her old home. But then that ache was replacing with a bit of fear as Levi spoke up. He remembered that much!? Nonie went to play with her hoodie strings, but then remembered she had tied it around Clint to help. Blushing even harder up to the tips of her ears, Nonie looked away. "Umm.....I did." She confessed. It had been hard fought, but she did manage to get a new pair of shoes. She had to replace them at the beginning of this year, but Levi didn't need to know that much. "They were....n-nice."

[Levi Alexander Wolfe]

Levi’s hazel eyes were focused on the road. He swerved in and out of cars, ran through some red lights and was doing well over the speed limit. He heard the man in the back slide around from time to time, mumbling profanity every time he slide. He’d look over to Fiona every so often to make sure she was okay. Although he knew she must be in shock at this point. Concerned only with her friend in the hospital.

He noticed how her question made her slightly uncomfortable. Why, he did not know. Maybe she was surprised that he remembered, but to him there was nothing surprising about it. He had a good memory and he was no stranger to remembering a face he’d only seen once. But how could he forget her? The girl with the red hair. He’d never forget her. Not to mention, she had been so…modest.

A content smile spread across his face, “Good. I’m glad you did.” Levi pulled up to the hospital entrance. He swiftly got out of the car and opened the door for Fiona. “Would you like me to go with you?” He asked sincerely. He wanted to go, to see if Clint was alright yes, but more so to make sure she was alright. He didn’t want to overstep his boundaries.

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Tag: Nonie Savage

[Nonie Savage]

Fiona just focused on Clint. She tried not to think about how she was essentially trapped in a small metal box with a man who remembered her and a drunk who'd stabbed her best friend. Her main concern was just waiting until they got to the hospital so she could check on him. They'd let her, right? She wasn't blood related, but they were basically family! They would, right? Nonie hugged herself tightly, feeling naked without her hoodie. She had nowhere to hide now and it managed to scare her no matter how much she tried thinking on her friend.

When Levi answered she did manage to gather up some semblance of a smile, but then her eyes snapped forward when they finally stopped. Fear washing away again, Nonie practically jumped out the door and started walking. However, she hesitated when she asked if he could come alone. Nonie bit her bottom lip. Well....he had helped save Clint's life. Without him Clint would've...well could've died. There was no way she was going to be so rude after he helped her. "...S-sure." She answered with a tiny, sheepish nod before hurrying inside, her thoughts very swiftly re-consumed by her friend. They just had to let her in to see him!

[Levi Alexander Wolfe]

Levi watched as she enthusiastically got out of the car, practically making a beeline for the hospital entrance. A soft smile appeared on his face. He had managed to do some good tonight. A simple errand turned into saving a man’s life, capturing his attacker and help a girl. He was feeling quite pleased with himself. Perhaps this would get him on patrol duty more often.

His thoughts were interrupted when she had accepted his offer to accompany her into the hospital. “Okay.” He said before watching her scurry inside. He closed the door, making sure to lock it. The guy wasn’t going to be getting out anytime soon. The officer strolled in the hospital shortly after Fiona. The amount of people running around was insane. He could never imagine having to work in a hospital. He stepped up to the counter, his uniform seeming to get most of the attention. Giving the receptionist a smile he leaned on the counter, “Excuse me. Can you please tell me what room Clint…” He paused before looking at the girl, “What’s his last name?”

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Tag: Nonie Savage

[Nonie Savage]

Nonie managed to block out most of the world, even Levi's reply as she scurried inside and looked around. She felt horribly out of place in the pristine halls, and would've wanted nothing more than to sink into her hoodie and flee the scene. However she didn't have the hoodie and was far more concerned for her friend. However, she had no idea where to go. Luckily Levi seemed to be solving that issue, walking up to the receptionist. Most of the attention was diverted to the police officer inside of the filthy red headed girl standing there in half a state of panic.

Clint's last name? "Williams." Nonie blurted out instantly, hurrying over to Levi's side. She hoped her friend would forgive her for revealing his last name, although she had a feeling they might already know. Still, never hurt to describe him. "He was wearing um.... Clothes like mine. D-dirty ones." she said, flushing a little in embarrassment. She was afraid any second she might start rambling and that would waste even more time. "Please. He's my friend."

[Levi Alexander Wolfe]

Levi was relaxed. He kept his composure as his eyes scanned the hospital. People were in and out. It was a busy place to be. His eyes landed on Fiona who seemed to be only focused on getting to her friend. He couldn’t blame her. It was evident as she blurted out his last name. “Clint Williams. What room is he in?” He asked. The receptionist looked over Levi, practically ignore Fiona. Most people were intimidated his presence. He knew it was the uniform.

The lady behind the counter looked back at the computer. Levi looked over at Fiona when she started talking again. “It’s okay. You will see him in a few minutes.” He said, trying to reassure her. He wasn’t sure he was doing a good job.

The receptionist looked back up at Levi, practically ignoring everything Fiona had said. “He just got out of surgery. He’s in recovery. Room 308.” Levi gave a nod to the woman, and took lead heading straight for the elevators.

As they reached the third floor, Levi around for a sign denoting which rooms were where. His eyes looked on and he headed for room 308. As they approached the door he looked at Fiona. “I can stay here. You go. Make sure he’s okay.’’

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Tag: Nonie Savage

[Nonie Savage]

Nonie knew she was being rude by being so impatient, but she had a right to be! She glanced at Levi when he reassured her, and smiled a little sheepishly. Yes she was definitely acting impatient, but she wanted to see Clint. Levi got the receptionist to tell them what room it was. The instant she heard it, Nonie was already hurrying down the halls, following Levi into the elevator and bursting out once hey opened. Eventually they found the door, and Nonie glanced back at Levi as he spoke. Giving him a tiny, grateful smile, Nonie nodded and hurried inside.

Clint was waiting on the bed. It was so strange seeing him lying there in a hospital. A hospital! Nonie never expected to be inside one of these. But here she was, rushing to Clint's side. He had been asleep, but woke up once Nonie reached him. She felt a little guilty, but seeing him open his eyes meant he was alive! Tear leaked out of her eyes as she smiled, more than happy to see her friend was ok. "N-Nonie?" Clint asked, sounding only vaguely aware of his surroundings. Nonie stole a chair and sat down next to his bed, grabbing for his hand. Even as excited as she was, she knew hugging him would be a mistake. So she squeezed his hand instead.

"I'm right here Clint. You're ok. You're ok." Nonie repeated, more to herself. She didn't even care that Clint used her real name. Levi might've heard or maybe not. Right now she was just content being with her friend. "T-they arrested to one who hurt you." She added.

"They...did?" Clint questioned.

"Yeah. They did. So you're safe. Then once you're better....we can go home." she said. However, she could see how exhausted he looked. They must've given him something. "But... You should rest first."

"Hmmmm.....ok." He said before dozing off again. Nonie smiled a little and just sat there for a while, holding Clint's hand. Eventually she got up and left the room quietly, shutting the door behind her. She had no idea how long she had been in there, but she nodded to Levi.

"Um....thank you again f-for.....for all this." She managed.

[Levi Alexander Wolfe]

As soon as the girl was out of sight Levi rest his back against the wall. He closed his eyes letting the back of his head rest against the cool sheet-rock. What a night. He went to rub his eyes but stopped himself. His eyes shot opened as he looked down to his blood stained hands. He looked at the door, he figured she wouldn’t be back for some time. He managed to find a rest room where he tried to scrub the dry blood off of his hands as best as he could.

The officer grabbed a water from a vending machine, getting an extra one for Fiona if she would want them. He took his place back outside the door. People gave him a weird look as they passed by. Probably curious as to why an officer was ‘guarding’ a room. Even though he wasn’t, they didn’t know that.

Some time had passed and the girl emerged from the room. “Of course. He okay?” He asked, seeing as though she seemed fine herself he could only assume Clint was okay. He took a glance at his watch. It was getting late. “Are you going to stay here? Do you have a place to go?” There was no way he was going to leave without knowing she would be safe.

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Tag: Nonie Savage

[Nonie Savage]

Seeing Clint like that, seeing him so....broken and hurt brought too many bad feelings up to rest under the surface. Yes she was happy beyond belief that he was ok and was going to be fine, but at the same time her fear was nipping at the edges. Coldly reminding her that this was what happened when you were noticed. This was the result. She shivered involuntarily, not even noticing it as she smiled at Clint's now peacefully resting form. She let him rest, heading outside. She noticed that her hoodie was gone; one of the nurses must've taken it when Clint was brought in. Either they were washing it or it had ended up inside of a dumpster. Oh well.

Then there was Levi to deal with. Already that fear beneath the surface of her relief was poking holes through the bubble and seeping in. She was swiftly becoming scared again, especially now that Clint was safe and in assumingly safe hands. Would she stay here? "Um.....I-I might. Or um..... I might head back to tell the others...." She mumbled. "A-and I do have a place to stay! S-so you don't need to ah, sorry about that." She added on swiftly, wishing desperately for the protection of her hoodie. She was too vulnerable, to open. It would be easy to recognize her now.

[Levi Alexander Wolfe]

Levi looked at the girl. He handed her the extra water bottle he grabbed for her. He knew he’d have to come back to question Clint. Maybe tomorrow. For now he’d let him rest. Not to mention the other guy who was still in the back seat of his car. There was that to deal with. And paperwork. The never ending paperwork.

He furrowed his brows as she spoke. Trying to make sense of what she was saying. She claimed to have a place to stay. She wanted to inform the others. Seemed reasonable enough. Levi still wasn’t too set on letting her loose however. “I can drop you off if you’d like. Maybe pick up some food too?” He asked. Although she really didn’t have a choice in the matter.

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Tag: Nonie Savage

[Nonie Savage]

Nonie hadn't even noticed the water bottle, but now that she did she took it. He didn't seem like he was accepting no for an answer anyhow. It was clean water, and still pretty cold. Nonie opened it and half guzzled the thing before she'd even realized. Maybe it was just from the insanity of the night. But Clint was ok now so she couldn't have asked for anything more. "T-thank you." She managed, only a quarter of the water remaining as she called it off.

His next questions had her freezing all over again, and that icy hand was back on her stomach clenching it tightly. "Umm........ Y-you don't have to...." She started, but she could tell from his expression that he wasn't about to let her go. What did he want with her? Why was he so determined to keep her in his sights? To remember her? Nonie had no idea but the fact that he did just terrified her. "B-but um..... I d-don't think I could, ah, stomach much right now." She stated, although her stomach growled in protest. It always ended up betraying her words.