Living with my tutor

Ch 15 The Damned Juice

Kiara's pov

I was reluctant to get up today. Whole of my body was sore due to cramps. I did not run this much in my entire life as Coach Nick made me run yesterday. I could not even walk straight. I heard Dad's voice that he was calling me for morning exercises but I was way too much tired and stayed in the bed itself. Suddenly I heard heavy footsteps approaching my room. These can't be of Atharv. Means Dad... THUD. My door opened suddenly and I jumped in my bed as a reflex.

"Why are you still not out of your bed kiara? I've been calling you for past 15 minutes." Dad said sounding calm.

"AH. I am sorry dad. I can't come. I have bad cramps all over my body. Please let me stay here."

"No Kiara. Sorry is not an option and cramps are never an excuse. They will automatically go away when you will run. Moreover, don't forget that you have practice today so don't be a lazy ass and get up."

"Annn Noooo Daaaadddd. Pleeeeaasssseee. I request you. Only for today, please give me a break. Please. Please. Please..."

"ENOUGH KIARA. I have had enough of your whining. Now get up and come down in 2 minutes."

"Dad please try to understand. I can't run in this condition. I can't even walk properly." I tried to convince him one last time but I knew, I'll fail.

"Oh Baby. But in morning routines, we don't run. We just jog na. And you know how much important morning exercises are. They are important to keep you healthy and active throughout the day. And moreover, I know both of you skipped yesterday as I had to go to work early. So I don't want it to be a habit. Now be a big girl and come on." And then he left the room.

"Baby we don't run in morning routines. We just jog na." I mocked him when he went out. I think he needs to correct this line. Only he jogs. But me and Atharv have to run to match upto his speed. I don't know why he jogs so fast. I mean he's a freaking CEO, not any Olympic athlete. I changed into tracks while processing all this in my mind.

"KIARA. COME FAST." Dad shouted from the hall.

"Ya. Dad. I'm Coming."

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Breakfast-

Today was no different. Now I guess I'm habitual of this rubbish food. I saw Atharv that he was eating like a beast. Then I recalled his words that we need to give interest to whatever we are doing. Then even the tasteless and spice less food will also taste good.

My eyes went wide when I saw Bella approaching the dining table. Instead of Fruit juice, she was approaching us with a green coloured liquid in hand. First I thought that it'll be something tasty but suddenly I thought that no it can't be.

To my surprise, she poured the liquid in dad's glass. Thank God, means this is for dad. Then she proceeded to serve it to Atharv. I could not stop myself, so I asked-

"Bella, what is this greenish coloured liquid in the jar?"

"This is juice. Juice of Bittergourd, my dear. Shlok sir asked me to serve this instead of normal Fruit juice." (Some people call it Bitter Melon also. I don't know what you guys call it. It is something like the picture shown above. Anyways, its scientific name is Momordica charantia.)

"WHAT? ARE YOU KIDDING ME?"

"KIARA! Don't raise your voice." Dad intervened.

"But dad, how are we supposed to drink it? It is so bitter."

"I know it is bitter Kiara. But it is very nutritious and healthy. We all will drink it. Comeon. You are a brave girl. You can drink it. Just close your eyes and finish it in one go. And from now on, I've decided that I will eat the same whatever my kids are eating."

Now it was my turn. Bella poured it in my glass and I looked at it in disgust. But one glare from dad and I started drinking it. It was extremely bitter. I don't know who the hell put this idea in dad's head! Both of them were drinking it like it was nothing.

As soon as I finished it, I felt like I was about to puke. It really tasted horrible.

"Dad I'm about to puke."

"No issues. I'll serve you another."

I was really not joking. I really had an urge to vomit but as soon as I heard that I will have to drink another one if I puked, I tried to control myself. But in vain.

I ran to the bathroom and vomited all the juice out and came out after cleaning myself. The taste of the vomit was worse than the juice itself. As soon as dad saw me, he poured the juice in a glass and squeezed some lemon into that. I was really thankful for that.

"Hey. Are you ok now? Have it. I've put some lemon in it. It'll taste better."

I nodded and took the glass and drank it. It was definitely better than the previous one but still it tasted HORRIBLE.

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"Ok Kids. Before I go I have to tell you something." Dad said.

"What dad?"

"Actually due to some family problems, Mr Khanna left." He told us. I was beyond happy after listening this. I have always wanted him to leave. He was such a jerk. But I guess, my happiness was short lived.

Continuing he said, "But don't worry. I have talked to another tutor. He is a good friend of your Coach Sid. The name is Paul Richard. He will be coming today and meet you after you return from the practice. Ok?"

"Yes dad." Atharv said not sounding happy. And I too was in so much remorse that I didn't even replied him.

"And one more thing. I got a message from your school today. You have a break for the next two weeks. And when you will go back, then your classes will be different. They have been reshuffled as per your academic performance during the course. And both of you had performed very well and topped the course, so you will be in the best class which will be taught by the headmaster himself. I am very proud of both of you." Then dad left for the office.

I was very shocked at this moment. I never wanted to be taught by the headmaster. I have heard many stories that he is very strict and never tolerates indiscipline in his class. I have always feared even to look at him. God knows, for how long I will survive!

A/N

Ok. So this will be the last chapter when I have shown their displeasure towards healthy food. I am literally bored of it. But I have a special love for bittergourds so I added it to my chapter. I am so excited about the new tutor and being taught by the headmaster. How about you?

Prompts and suggestions are always welcome. So please feel free to comment or dm me!

Once again, Thanks for reading!