Chapter 6
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I woke up early than my usual time. when I checked the clock, it read 5:25 a.m I sighed, stepping down. I came down the stairs and matched towards the kitchen. I was startled by the noise that came from the kitchen. I thought maybe a thief was inside the house, I sighed out when I discovered it was just my mom cooking. COOKING!! what the heck. I thought she didn't do that anymore, and we had to just order fast food all the time. Standing lazily at the door admiring her small figure which I had inherited a great deal from, I finally spoke out "Good morning mom" turning around to face me, she walked towards me and kissed me. I thought she didn't do that too. Rolling my eyes, I reciprocated her hug.
"What is my baby doing awake at this time of the morning?"
"I slept early yesterday, so I think I've had enough sleep for one night". I said walking to the fridge and removing a jug of fresh milk and pouring it in a glass. I sat at the kitchen chair, leaning on the table.
"Your dad and I are having a day off from work today" She beamed brightly saying it. I don't feel any connection to my parents anymore. We were all close as a family till dad had to manage the bank he is now running with mom alongside. They said it was a super lottery they had won. My only consolation was my brother. His going to the boarding only left me devastated. He only visits us during summer. At least that is when I get to enjoy his presence.
Mom passing me a little plate of served Macaroni, I savored the sweet smell. Adding more tomato paste, I enjoyed it. Dad entered the kitchen with his mug Of coffee In his hand, he was shocked to see me awake like they all know I am not a morning person. Greeting him, I ate my meal and walked back upstairs.
What a good way to start the day. Maybe my fate has decided to smile at me. I said inwardly.
Peeling myself from my dress, I hurriedly entered the bathroom. As usual, I did my normal routine, washing my hair with my shampoo, scrubbing all the dirt off my scar. Letting the cold water run down my skin, I feel relieved. Wrapping a towel over my head and chest, I stepped out all clean and fresh. My attire for the day was skinny jeans and a big red hood. It made me looked three times fleshy than I was. I laid some light make up on my face and applied my lip gloss and smoothened my lips together. It was almost my school time, so I carried my bag downstairs. Dad was sitting on the couch watching TV, and mom probably in her room dozing away.
I placed a peck on daddy's cheek and waved him goodbye.
"Why don't I give you a ride to school today that I am at home?"
Dad said picking up his keys, not even expecting a reply.
I miss my dad, I said in my head not allowing it to escape my mouth. Walking out of the door, I opened the passenger's door and climbed into his car. Dad owned a black Corolla, it was so comfortable. Putting on my seat belt, dad starting the ignitor, made the car come alive and we rode to school. Our ride was filled with music as I turned the radio to my favorite music station. Dad just looked at me from time to time and sighed. He might be thinking that his daughter was becoming a fine lady. Pulling up at the gate, I smiled at dad.
"Take care okay?" he said as I went down the car. Waving at him as he speeds off, I was startled by the voice that rang in my ears.
"Was that your dad?" I recognized the voice immediately and looking in the direction where the voice was coming from, I nodded.
Walking into the gate, Asher closely trailed behind me. I was so happy to have this jerk face around me, but I didn't want it to show. Standing in front of my locker, I quickly turn in my code and place some of my books in them. I had English as the first period. Excusing myself, I hurried to the bathroom. looking at myself at the, I wasn't ugly at all. My flawless skin still accentuated my beauty.
Then, came in the witch of the school, to disturb my peace.
"Hey, Anna, I want you to stay clear of the new guy. Just avoid him, or you get yourself blamed for the consequences". Nancy had an air of dominion, and I couldn't let that happen.
"You can intimidate me, and Asher is now my friend. so deal with that". I felt her grow red and angry.
Stomping out of the girl's loo, All she could stutter was "Wait for it". I wonder what she was up to this time to get what she wanted.
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