How did I become a VIP customer? And how did I have a VIP account? I wanted to ask the clerk these questions, but no words came out from my mouth. I need to calm down and think logically. I know she is just doing her job and it is not her fault why I am in this situation. I left the shop feeling blank. It seems like I'm floating, like my feet don't touch the ground. I never imagined myself to be in this situation, not even in my dreams.
I reached my place not knowing how. I couldn't think clearly and as days pass by, I am more and more left in a very confusing situation. I tried to tell myself to let it go and just enjoy the experience. I dreamed of buying anything I want without using my money when I was young and now, I have experienced it so I should just be happy for it.
Wait! I remember writing it down in my diary. I remember after college, I started writing entries in my diary. Starting working, I felt so alone, and I had no one to talk to about everything about me. I remember writing down in my diary that I want to go to a store someday and everyone in the store would know me, I can get anything I want for free.
I got the things I bought from the shop and headed for the unit next door. I knocked continuously until someone opened the door. It was Carol.
"Hi, Carol. I'm sorry but something came up. I really wanted to join you guys for Emily's birthday, but I need to do something. I bought some things for her. I hope she likes them. I have to go now. I hope to see you later." I left immediately without waiting for her reply. There is a noticeable confusion on her face, but I didn't have time to explain anything. I went to the elevator immediately, got out from the building and took the next bus.
I want to check something. If my suspicion is correct, then the one who got my diary really gives me everything I wished for when I was younger. That person is like my genie, scary but a real genie.
My destination? Liberty hotel. This is one of the biggest, if not the biggest hotel in the city, a five-star hotel that offers all the facilities one could wish to experience. Some of its suites have indoor pools. It also houses a fine dining restaurant which is the most expensive in the area. It has a rooftop bar where one can enjoy drinking while enjoying the view of the city. I remember writing in my diary that I want to stay in this hotel for a night, getting the most expensive room and I will be treated like a VIP guess. I won't be worrying about money that time because it will be given to me for free. I wrote in my diary that I wish my future husband is one of the shareholders of this hotel.
After giving it some thought, I realized how stupid I was hoping for impossible things. I realized how childish I was to ever dream of those things.
When I arrived in front of the hotel, I also felt scared to do what I planned to do. I lost the courage to go inside so I was just staring at the main entrance for about 30 minutes.
I decided to just stay in the lobby and pretended to look around. As I entered the lobby, a staff greeted me with a smile which I think is their routine whenever a guest or a visitor comes in.
I didn't know where to go so I decided to go to the restaurant and looked at their menu in front of the restaurant entrance.
"Good afternoon, ma'am" One waiting staff greeted with a warm smile. "Do you need anything?"
"Good afternoon. I'm just looking around. Thank you." I felt embarrassed and small since I am just wearing sneakers, jeans and hooded sweatshirt. I feel like I don't belong in such an elegant place.
I decided to just leave the place and headed to the main entrance when a hotel staff approached me.
"Good afternoon, Miss Myers. My name is Michael, and I am the manager in this hotel. Don't you want to check in tonight? We can prepare the room immediately for you." The man is in his late twenties looking so friendly. He was smiling showing his very white teeth.
"How did you know who I am?" I asked.
"Everyone working here knows who you are Miss Myers." He said. "I can guide you to your room if you just follow me. Do you have any luggage?"
"I don't have."
"This way, please."
I followed him silently to the elevator. I saw him pressed number 62 in the elevator panel. It took almost 2 minutes before we reach 62nd floor. Two minutes but it seems forever to me. We were quiet the whole time. I was looking at the floor. I couldn't look at him face to face, I feel embarrassed and I also don't want him to feel uncomfortable. It's enough that I am the one feeling uncomfortable at the moment.
When the elevator door opened, he stretched his right arm to lead me outside. "This way, please."
We reached the corner room. There is 6201 written on the door. This is my first time to be in this hotel, so I actually didn't know how it looks like inside. I'm not sure whether this floor looks like other floors.
"Here is your card key." Michael said handing me a card. "If you need anything, you can call the receptionist. Everything you need is already inside. I will leave you here now."
I was standing in front of the door for a couple of minutes. I tapped the card below the door handle and heard a click. I grabbed the handle and opened the door gently. I gasped for air once I saw what's inside. This is unreal!
Behind the door I was at a while ago is a paradise. The room is so spacious. How can such an elegance exist in this place. As I stepped in the door, I was welcomed by a small shelf, I guess this is where you put your shoes. There is a pair of white soft slippers on the shelf, so I put them on. As I walk further, the living room which is much larger than my room can be seen. The furniture has gold edges. The sofa is covered with a soft cloth which seems so warm. In front of it is a coffee table with a bowl in the middle having sweets and candies. Beside it is a fashion magazine. I checked the publishing date. It is recently published. The walls have paintings of different sceneries. One of them looks like Japanese inspired. On the opposite, a big TV is mounted, probably it is around 42 inches. On the corner is a small fridge. I never mind opening it since I am sure I have to pay when I get something from there. On the right side of the sofa is a door. I was hesitant to open it at first but since I am already here, I might as well explore the area. I opened the door and what I saw made me feel so amazed. The bed is so huge, maybe bigger than my room, with a comforter and four pillows. Beside it is a table with a desktop computer. There is another TV mounted on the wall opposite the bed but this one is a bit smaller. The curtains are hanging on the other side of the room. I decided to put the curtains on the side and behind the curtains is a glass wall with the view of the city. I couldn't help but smile to what I am seeing now. Buildings are everywhere, some taller and some smaller. I can see cars moving below and they look too small. Beside the glass wall is a chair and a small table. I decided to sit down and just enjoy the view. On top of the table is a piece of notebook and a pen. I suddenly remember my diary. I wish I can write this experience and remember it forever. Then I remember my phone. I am not used to taking selfies, but I think this is the best time to do that. I took a picture of the view in every angle. I also took pictures of myself in every corner. I took a picture of myself sitting in the chair near the glass wall, lying on the bed, touching the TV, in the living room with the sofa, with the refrigerator and the big TV. I realized there is one more area that I didn't see, the bathroom! Next to the bedroom door is a small door which I am sure is the bathroom. And as I expected, it is large enough to house a whole bedroom. All the essentials someone needs are already in here, different brands of shampoo, conditioner, soap, shaver, and colognes. There is a plant in a pot next to the toilet. And the shower? It has a Jacuzzi. I can live here forever! I couldn't even remember that I was confused and scared this morning. I think this place can remove all the confusion and heartache anyone can have.
I went out from the bathroom to get a towel and bathrobe. I will take a shower and enjoy staying here for the night. I will think about who brought me here or who got my diary tomorrow. Tonight, I will enjoy staying here like what rich people do. Not all people are lucky enough to have this chance. I enjoyed the Jacuzzi for maybe an hour, I don't know how long I stayed in the bathroom, but I really enjoyed it. After that, I put the bathrobe on and look for something to drink. I opened the fridge and saw bottles of water, juice, beer and wine inside. I chose the bottle of red wine and got the glass on the table. I went to the room and sat down to the chair near the glass wall. I was thinking whether I would ask the room service for a book I can read but realized that it is already too much. I poured red wine on the glass and enjoyed the scenery with a glass of wine in hand.
I turned to the notebook on top of the table and started writing. I will just write my experience here and leave a thank you note. Maybe the one who gave me this chance can read it and he or she would know that I appreciate it.
Dear Genie,
I don't know who you are and honestly you make me feel scared sometimes, but I appreciate staying in this hotel. It has always been my dream to stay in such a place, so I want to say thank you. I hope to meet you to say how thankful I am personally. I don't want to ask for anything anymore, this experience is already enough for me.
I know that you have my diary. I am not mad anymore but please that is my precious possession. Can I get them back? I will appreciate it more if I will be able to write my experiences continuously in there again. I know I can buy a new one, but that has a significant part in my life so I cannot replace it..
Again, thank you. And I really hope to meet you personally.
Thankful,
Jessica Myers
I think I was so happy that time, so I was able to drink the whole bottle of wine. I hope I will wake up still in this place. I hope this is not a dream.