Rising Shadow

Chapter 8

"Is what she's saying correct, did she ignore Oliver’s presence today" Mr. Collins asked in a soft but demanding voice. Emily nodded not able to form words as she has said something more to Mrs. Collins.

"Okay then you keep to yourself and don’t come out if not asked" saying so Mr. Collins got up and left.

I sighed and asked "Am I excused Ma’am"

Mrs. Collins and Emily stormed out of the living room giving me the answers to my question.

I went my way off to the door opening to the quarters I lived in.

Getting in I freshened up a bit, changed into my comfy clothes and headed to bed hoping that no demons catch me today. Suddenly realizing I forgot to write the note that I’m home for Papa I made my way towards kitchen, wrote the note stuck it to the fridge & left to bed.

Pulling the covers over my head I thought of how disastrous to excellent today went. With all honesty I thought that after meeting Oliver and knowing that Noah didn’t come to class my day would just be wasted. I even thought of cancelling the meeting and going home but then seeing that Mr. Thompson was already there I took it as a positive sign. I thought my cover will be blown when I saw Oliver following but thanks to all gods it didn’t happen.

A blaring alarm woke me up from my sleep. I then realized I might have slept after thinking about yesterday making my way to the washroom to do my necessary work. I changed into my jogger & left for run. Down the alley there is a park where I usually sit for a while after jogging for a bit. Doing my warm up and a little bit practice move, I headed the place I call home.

Opening the door and entering I was greeted with the mouth-watering aroma of food.

"Papa are you there" I asked; leaving my shoes at the door.

"I’m here" was his reply. I knew something was off as he only does that when he need to talk some sense into me.

"I’ll be there let me just freshen up a bit" saying so I ran towards my room only thinking about savoring the food as soon as possible.

Cleaning myself up and getting dressed for university grabbing my bag, I made my way towards the kitchen. When I reached the kitchen papa Ryan was still adding some finishing touch so I helped him in setting the table.

"So what made you visit me this early"

I asked pouring the juice into the glass.

"Nothing I just thought I should ask how the preparation is going for the competition" He said placing bread and toast in the table.

"Oh it’s going good I hope this time too you will feel proud" I said filling my plate with food.

"Just know whether you win or lose, I will be proud of you no matter what". Papa said taking his seat and filling his plate.

"Hmm yummy its been so long since you made me breakfast it just shows that my day would be awesome" saying so I ate my food savoring it completely.

"Just make sure to keep away from Emily and Oliver. I know you wouldn’t be at fault but if something goes wrong everybody will blame you and you already have a lot in your plate so just be careful okay", Papa said finally breaking the silence giving me a pleading look.

"Okay I’ll keep away from them, didn’t you hear about yesterday" I asked him, he would know that I wouldn't do anything if he knew about yesterday.

"I heard that’s what is stressing Mr. Collins he is scared that the deal with William's will not be successful. He is thinking of working with others" He said getting all serious.

"Oh Okay so you are here on his behalf, then I’m leaving" I said trying to get up.

"No I didn’t meant it that way. I’m just telling you to come sit, just don’t leave your food for such menial matters," Papa said holding my hands and letting me know he didn’t have any intention of leaving it until I finished my breakfast.

Groaning I sat down "Just because the food is worth it" I munch of my food in silence.

After finishing I took my plate washing it. Papa Ryan came behind me and said, "You know I care for you. I don’t want to see you suffer anymore that’s all I will give you a good news after your competition, you should leave you must be getting late I will do the dishes so don't stress about anything. Have a good day."

"You know I love you papa you’ve been by me the most it’s just that I don’t want to know anything about them from you & thanks" saying so I gave him a hug and left for my day.

Boarding Noah’s car I kept silent and let the music do its work.

"What happened" Noah said. "Nothing too serious" I replied. "if it’s so unimportant then why are you stressed" he replied keeping his eyes on the road. He seriously knew me better than anyone.

"It’s just papa said that sir is thinking of other companies to collaborate with. I was thinking what would we do if he decides to meet us." I said "Don’t worry I will handle them that’s why we both are there right" he said giving me a reassuring smile.

I just hmmm in response before we reached our destination.

"Okay see you in the class" I hopped off the car and made my way towards my locker.