chapter 1 - Sonya's beginning
Third person POV
Sonya's backstory
Sonya Draven is a orphan. or at least that's what she has been told growing up her whole life. she was taken into child protective services (better known as CPS) custody at a young age and was moved around in foster homes until she was almost a teenager. She doesn't remember how she ended up in CPS custody but tries to be positive about the future and maybe some day finding out if she has any biological family out there in the world
A family decided to adopt her. She was never treated as a equal to the families biological children. But she did her best to not let it get to her and be grateful for having a roof over her head and food in her stomach. She grew up in the human world and as far as she knew she was human.
She would often fantasize about the supernatural world but was always told that world never existed. That never stopped her day and night dreams though. In her mind she would see werewolves, dragons, witches and even vampires! Most fantasies everyone was treated equally but some dreams were not as nice. She would see attacks and back stabbing happening and although she tried to stop these things from happening it was like she was no longer able control what was happening. The biggest question was were these things just dreams or was she seeing things happening in a world that didn't exist? At least to her knowledge.
As she got older she dealt with her adopted siblings physically abusing her and treating her as a servant. The adopted parents did nothing when she told them about what they were doing to her. It was like the bruises that would show up they dismissed as she fell or something else. she couldn't wait to turn 18 and really leave this place. She wasn't sure where she would go or what she would do but she definitely wasn't going to stay and put up with it. She didn't have any money but kept items hidden that she could sell somewhere to at least get started. She would rather be homeless than deal with it anymore.
That day was today. she turned 18 and woke up in a pleasant mood. She sat up and looked around her room. She has already packed the small amount of items that she wanted to take with her. She didn't have much in her room. a dresser and a mirror. while they barely treated her like family that wanted to make it look like they did to outsiders. So they made sure she had items like make up and a mirror to look presentable. She was never big on make up and preferred the more natural look. Her hair was dark red with natural highlights of blonde. When the wind blew just right it looks very much like flames. At least that was her impression. She got dressed for the day in a Black t shirt that had a witch on it and stars. Shades of purple throughout it. and some black tights. She tied her hair up in a mid ponytail and satisfied with how she looked went downstairs to the kitchen. It was about 6am and she was not normally an early riser but today was different. She felt different. More energy than normal so she decided to get breakfast ready.
Her family had always had her make breakfast before everyone got up and made sure she cleaned the kitchen before she had either left for school or for whatever she had planned that day. They didn't often let her go out to do things. She didn't have many friends at school except for one and that one moved unexpectedly at the end of her last semester. She was a smart cookie for sure as she graduated early with honors. Not that her family cared or celebrated. They figured this will give her more time to do stuff around the house and unfortunately because she was home more often she would get abused more often. Once breakfast was ready, which was scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage and Texas toast. She grabbed her portion and finished it before her 2 siblings came down. Soon followed by her adopted parents.
She has a sister named August. She always thought that was a weird plain name for a girl but kept her opinions to herself cause she knew August would surely hurt her. August was the same age and her birthday was next week. She was spoiled rotten and it showed in how she treated everything and everyone around her. Her brother was about a year older and he was still at home as he couldn't keep a job to save his life. She helped him with applications and whatnot to try and get him a job that he could or would stick with. It just never helped because he would either sabotage himself or get fired for not doing the job. His name was Isaac. Her parents were named Ronnie and Charlene Blake. They never gave her their last name. Sonya Draven was the name CPS has for her. In a way that tells you how 'loved' she is in this home. Sonya didn't mind though. when she decides to do the search for her real family she hopes that it will give some insight to where she comes from.
Charlene and Ronnie sat down and and started eating as did Isaac and August. Not one of them wished her happy birthday. They knew. They just didn't care to celebrate her. An everyone should be celebrated on their birthday. Even if it's just for making it another year through whatever they have gone through. Charlene asked "August, have you decide what you want to do for your birthday?" August smiled and said "Yes momma, I want to go all out it's not every day you turn 18. I want to start with having a girl's day at the spa and then end the night with a all our party. I will need a new dress as I plan on being the bell of the ball." Sonya inwardly rolled her eyes as she cleaned up after her family. Isaac said "I have a new prospect for a job. I go in today for my interview. Hey Sonya, can you talk me through the best way to answer the questions? I want to make a good impression." Sonya knew that if she didn't August would make her life hell. When Isaac wanted something he was at least nice unless he had a bad day or a bad response from where he was trying to find work. He had calmed down over the years. She was hopeful his bullying days were over.
Sonya smiled and said "Of course Isaac. I've done a lot of research about the company and I will give you my notes to study. I'll talk you through some questions you will probably get and the best way to respond."
Ronnie and Charlene nodded approvingly. Sonya was done trying to impress them, but at the same time she made sure to not make them made. They never laid a hand on her but they would let August loose. Ronnie asked "Why did you research the company?" Sonya knew he was going to ask. She said "Dad, I was thinking myself about possibly working for them at some point once I get my college degree. So I had kept and eye on the company and seen it has grown so much over the years. Isaac mentioned he was looking at them too I made sure that his application looked superb. Then made some notes that would help for that particular position.