'Passengers, please fasten your seatbelts. We will be landing soon' I heard the intercom says.. And I almost squeal out in happiness.
Finally!!
Besides being eager for a new atmosphere, I was more eager to get away from the old lady beside me who had been woken up by the hostess.
Those last hours were pure torture. The old lady made it impossible to even sleep a wink. She was snoring rather loudly beside my ear, and even drooled on my shirt. Now my shoulder had been tainted by her drool.
I thought I would be sleeping comfortably when I boarded this plane, But I was so wrong. I didn't even enjoy the flight let alone sleep. I sigh in annoyance.
There's goes my enjoyment. And I'm awfully hungry.
The snacks they serve here tasted like shit, and I can't even stomach it. Since I didn't eat any breakfast this morning, my stomach was upset. I patted my stomach.
Don't worry darling. I will feed you soon.
"You are a very comfortable cushion". The old lady said flashing me her lost front tooth at me.
A thank you would suffice. I thought sarcastically. My mood was sour because of my empty stomach and sleepiness.
I smiled tightly at her, hoping it's a smile instead of a scowl. "You're welcome".
I step out of the plane and inhaled deeply, the air is fresh and it smells nature. I tried to ignore there is a drool on my shirt.
I need a shower badly and a new shirt.
I look around the airport and when I see a middle aged lady, (maybe in her mid 30s) with a messy bun holding my name banner I smiled. She must be my guide my father arranged for me.
I pick up my bags and approached her. Her eyes met me for a brief moment before she turn her eyes away.
Didn't she know me? Maybe It's another person with my name.
I decided to just ask her. When she saw me approaching her, she looks again and her eyes flash on realization.
Maybe she did know me.
"Emily Annabelle Reynolds, I presume?" I hide the wince when she said my full name. It's not like I hate it but it reminds me of the scary doll Annabelle. Her British accent was thick. I nodded at her.
"Yeah. That's me".
"Come with me". She eyed my bags before turning around to walk. I followed her and she led me in front of a beautiful black car.
It looks expensive.
"Gordon. Take her bags" She ordered a man, not too old nor too young, in a black suit. He looks like security head.
The man nodded her head and hold out his two hands.
"May I. Miss?".. He asks. His accent was not as thick as the old lady.
I nodded. "Emily." I smiled at him but he doesn't smile back. His face remains stoic.
He took my bags and put it in the trunks.
"Come now. Child. We don't have much time". The old lady opened the passenger door for me and beckoned me to slid in.
I slid in and not long, She sat beside me.
"How's your father these days?" She asks when we start heading for the college.
"He's fine".
She nodded but I didn't miss the flash of emotion in her eyes. Gratitude? I can't really be sure of it because it disappears as quickly as it came. I was confused.
Is she the woman my mother accused of my father for cheating? Then why did Dad?
"I'm sorry but how do you know my father?" I ask.
She looks at me and smiled but did not answer me. And the whole car ride just settles down into awkward silence. Well it was awkward for me.
"We have reached". Gordon's voice snapped me out from my thoughts.
I step out from the car and look at the big gates in front of me. The gates were old and rusty. It looks like it may fall off anytime soon.
"So here we are." The old lady snapped me out from my reverie.
"Now it's time for us to go back. Take care dear." she paused before the door.
"Say hello to your parents for me". She smiled and they drove off leaving me in the front gates.
She's very weird. If mom's accusation is true. Then she may be the woman.
I decided to just ask mom about it later. I look back at the big gates and gulp before opening it.
The inside was beautiful. Elegant old walls, trimmed green grass and people chatting and laughing everywhere. The campus was filled with buzzing people.
I decided to go to my dorm and not stand here like a fool. I skimmed through corridors. It was a good thing I study the map of this college before coming here.
Some people were whispering to each other when they see me. I rolled my eyes. Wake up! There's nothing to look at.!
I finally reach a big old wooden door. Room 450 B. And I braced myself for what? I don't know.
The door creaks when I open it and I was met with 4 pairs of eyes. They stop laughing and just looks at me.
"Who are you?" A red head ask, her face scrunching up in curiosity.
A raven haired girl narrowed her eyes at me and looks me up and down, her stare was nerve-wrecking. Are they bullies? Does bullies still exist in college?
The other two girls had the same hair color of light brown. But a different eye color. One was pale blue, one was dark brown.
"Um..Um.." That was my oh-so wise reply. They were making me very uncomfortable with their staring. Didn't they know staring is rude?.
"Are you my new roommate?" The red head ask, her lips stretch into a wide smile.
"I-I think so." I mumble.
The red head clap her hands in excitement and got up from the bed to reach me.
She hugs me,extra tightly and she was so small, smaller than me by a few inches. Her arms wrapped tightly to the point of almost choking me.
"Maddie. Let go of the poor girl. You're choking her". The raven haired girl says.
The red head who I know now, Maddie instantly break the hug. She took a step back and smiled brightly at me. Her green eyes were full of life and excitement.
"I'm sorry. I was just so excited to see you when they say I got a new roommate"
"Oh".
She giggled "You're a shy one huh? ".
I just nodded and smiled back at her. Her vibe could light up the darkest day.
"Oh. I'm Madeline by the way. But you can call me Maddie". She says.
"And the black hair is Emilia. The blue eye is Katie. The brown eye is Katherine"
Katie and Katherine waved at me and smiled at me. "Hey" they greet in unison.
Emilia just nodded at me. She don't seem that friendly. I guess she's the intimidating one. I observe quietly.
"Come in. Don't just stand there. There is your bed". Maddie gushes.
I nodded and looked around the room. Two beds facing each other, two windows, two study tables, and two closet. There's a door, which I think is the bathroom. Rich grey walls, my favorite color. All in all, it's great.
"Oh. Guys let's go out. We'll give you time to settle down. We are too noisy". Maddie says then smiled at me.
I smiled back at her. She's also considerate. Maybe I could befriend her. She's very nice and cute.
"Don't worry. You'll love it here. Welcome to London University College". Maddie says before she went out with the girls.
After they left, the room was quiet. And an unwanted feeling of longing creeps in me.
They remind me of my friends back at home. I missed them so much.
I wonder how they're doing.? Maybe I could give them a call.
I sigh in annoyance and began unpacking my bags. I took out my books, a copy of The Mortal Instruments, a notepad and my journey book on the study table.
I hung all my clothes in the closet, and my undergarments in the drawers. I took out my blow-dryer, a comb and place it on my study table.
I open the door which I saw earlier, and a tiled wall bathroom met me. I put the toothbrush and paste and placed it on where it should be.
After I've done all the things needed to do, I lay I my bed and took out my phone. I scrolled through my contact list and hit the button when I see the name.
After three rings, she finally pick up.
"Hello?" Her voice was stern and I never thought I would miss her annoying stern voice.
"Hey Mom".
"Emi. Have you reached?". She asks, I heard a faint sound of someone shouting in the background.
"Yes, Mom. I did.". I sigh.
"How is it? ". Mom asked.
"It's great. And my roommate is nice and friendly". I smiled when I remember Maddie.
"That's good. I wish I could meet your roommate. I'm sorry I can't go with you. Work has been hectic these days" She says.
"It's okay. Mom. I can take care of myself".
"Mm. Did you meet you guide?" She asks.
And I suddenly remembered I have something to ask.
"Mom? The guide.."
"Mm? What is it? Did they not come?"
"No. Mom. I was thinking if she's related to you or dad?". I ask.
"Not that I know of. Why?" I noticed the slight wave of her voice.
"She asks me about Dad. And she said to say hello to you and Dad". I said.
I hesitated a little. It was extremely uncomfortable for me to ask this.
"Mom. Did you really believe Dad cheated on you?".
I heard a tired sigh "Yes. He always went to travel to other countries saying it's business trips, which I didn't know of, and I don't believe him.". She paused and took a deep breath.
"But that's all in the past Emi. Your father's a changed man now. That don't matter anymore. I hope you know that. He's not the man from the past anymore."
I nodded and realized she can't see me. "Let's hope so."
"Enough with that. Did you make new friends?"
"I just arrived here today. Mom".. I think back to Maddie's group. I just met them. And I don't think If I should call them friends or not.
"Still... You should try to make new friends."
I rolled my eyes "Okay mom." I smiled slightly.
"The house very quiet without you. We miss you. Emi". My eyes soften a bit.
"I miss you too mom".
"I have to go. Emi. The office's hectic today, I'll call you back". She says.
"Okay mom. Bye. I love you".
"I love you too" Then the line went dead.
I sigh. I am so tired. Maybe just a little nap will not hurt.. I'll just call my friends when I wake up.
That was my last thought as my eyes closed and I went into oblivion.
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