Climb Out Of The Abyss

Strange Behavior

"Perla please tell me the truth, did you fall in love with teacher Bert?" after his words I felt as if I had just fallen from the fifth floor on my head.

"Where did you get it from? I admit Mr. Bert is an extremely attractive man, but in that sense, he doesn't interest me at all. Maybe you wanted to ask Angela this question not me?" he shook his head sadly. Still not realizing what was going on, I sat down on a bench next to him.

"Why are you lying to me? You like him as a man. Today, you looked at him like you wanted to eat him. Mr. Bert approached you six times before you finally reacted. The whole class was talking just about it. Everyone knows he's especially friendly with you that's why everyone thinks he likes you. If you like him, for real tell me. I will understand, after all, I am your friend, "I looked at him with popped eyes and unable to believe what I heard.

"Jeffry, maybe you're crazy? I said I only look at him as a teacher, nothing more, and even if I looked at him as a man, why should I hide it from you? I trust you endlessly," his face immediately brightened, as if someone had taken off the gray veil. Today’s changes in his mood drive me to despair. Sometimes it seems to me that I can no longer understand him at all.

"Pearl, would you like to eat some ice cream with me? It's my treat." I looked at him overwhelmed.

"Ice cream will wait. Now I have a couple of questions. First: what the hell should your questions about teacher Bert mean? Second: how is your job? If you're going to eat ice cream with me, aren't you afraid of being late?" he smiled.

"Everything is fine with work. I have a day off today. I know one stall where the ice cream is incredibly delicious" he took me by the hand and started to walk away from the park. I didn’t object, but I noticed that he didn’t answer my first question, as if I hadn’t even asked him. I was still worried about his strange questions and sudden change of mood, but since he was again as carefree as ever, I decided not to dig deeper.

The ice cream stall, which Jeffrey liked so much, was very close to his home, but far from school. I was already used to walking long distances with him, I must admit I enjoyed walking. When we reached that little stall, we stood in line. It was my first time here. I was very surprised that there were so many people here, but I didn’t say anything. When it was our turn, Jeffrey bought me caramel ice cream with nuts, and for himself, he chose vanilla with cookies. As soon as I could taste it, I immediately understood why such a long line was here. The ice cream had an extraordinary taste. As strange as it may sound, I never had a chance to eat one like that until today. Seeing my overwhelmed face, Jeffrey cheerfully giggled. Sometimes looking at him, I was a little jealous. His ability to enjoy every detail in this life is truly extraordinary. We walked around the neighborhood chattering for a good four hours. He escorted me home and, wished me a good evening with a smile on his face, after that stepped towards his home. When I think about it, I can’t believe I’ve known him for five years and still don’t know him well. With a deep sigh, I pulled through a large steel gate, with a dragon silhouette on them, into a yard that was planted with various plants from different parts of the world. I walked through the huge courtyard, towards the royal size front door. Before climbing the stairs to the door, I stopped and looked at our house with an exploratory look. Although I am accustomed to luxury, even I must admit that our homes were terribly large and indescribably luxurious. My mom wanted everything to be top class and quality, but for me, sometimes all of this was too much. I don’t complain, I like a luxury, but I didn’t always feel cozy in this house. Only I, my mother and dad, and a dozen servants who came in the morning and left in the evening lived in this house, so in the evenings the house became especially quiet and even a little scary. Since dad is constantly on business trips, I can say that I only live here with my mom. Honestly, I liked the modest Jeffrey home more. They look warmer, cozier and he didn’t have to use the phone to find another person at home. I have no idea why my mom wanted such a huge house. With a deep sigh, I stepped inside through the double-leafed mahogany door. As if feeling when I was about to return, Lucy was already waiting for me on the entryway:

“Perla, welcome back. How was your evening with friends? ”

“Hello, Lucy. The evening was not bad. I would say it was fun. Do you know where Mom is? I would like to talk to her. ”Lucy's facial muscles tensed and her lips turned into a narrow line. But it all lasted just a few moments. Soon an artificial smile appeared on her face.

"Your mother hasn't come back yet and unfortunately I can't say when she'll be back." I just nodded as Lucy's voice made it clear that she wouldn't answer any more questions on the subject.

"What's for dinner? I'm starving. ”This time, Lucy's face lit up with a real smile.

“Your favorite beef steak with fresh salad. What would you like to do after dinner? ”

"I'd like to watch a movie, but I have to do my homework first." Lucy nodded in agreement.

“And what kind of movie would you like to watch? As always fantastic or documentary? ”

“I’d like a documentary today.” This time, I decided not to ask Lucy what kind of movie she would like to watch, because every time I get the same answer that she will watch what I choose. Honestly, I don’t even know what genre of movies she likes. Dinner passed quickly and in silence. It is on such lonely evenings that I often remember the words read in a book: "if you have everything money can buy, it doesn't mean you have everything valuable." After dinner, I quickly did my homework, then landed in our movie theater in the basement. Here was everything there was to be in a movie theater: Spacious soft leather upholstered chairs that were more reminiscent of armchairs, top quality video and audio equipment, even a popcorn machine. While I was doing my homework, Lucy collected different documentaries for me to choose from. I chose the big bang and the evolution of the universe. This is my favorite documentary topic. While watching the movie, I slowly started to fall asleep.

Suddenly I heard the alarm sound. I was in my bed, but I don’t know how I got here. I only remember how we watched the movie. Probably Lucy brought me to my room. I looked at my watch and was frightened. I'm late again. Hell and why I keep oversleeping.