''So, how did you think you do?'' My father asked while we were eating at the table.
I thought for a little before deciding to answer his question.
''Well, some questions were quite confusing. But overall, I think I managed do well.''
Now, that was not entirely false. The questions would be confusing for kindergartners, but not for me, and of course, I did do well on the exam.
''Remember, ''He began.
'Not this again...'
''It doesn't matter how you do, I'll always find a way to get you in.'' He smirked.
'Honestly, does he think his daughter is stupid? He always reassures me in case I fail my entrance exam.'
''Yeah.'' I simply said.
''Don't worry, father. My sister is very smart and she'll pass.'' My brother said.
''Thank you, you are also very smart.'' I complimented him back.
These past few weeks, my brother and I had gotten very close to each other. We would often share our hatred for tutoring and our thoughts. I really liked having him as an older brother who doted on me, his little sister.
''Ah, both of you are so cute. I can't wait for your first day of school.'' My mother began after seeing our small interaction.
'She must be relieved that her children are closer than they used to.'
''By the way, I was invited by a close friend to attend a tea party.'' My mother turned to me.
''Both of us will go to the tea party this Sunday. I have already prepared our dresses. It's going to be so fun.'' Her eyes were sparkling at the thought of showing me off.
At first though, I did not want to go, but after I thought about it a second time, I realized it was a good idea.
'This is my chance to give everyone a good impression of me and not get enemies in the future.'
I smiled and turned to my mother, ''Alright, I'll go with you.''
Her smile turned very big.
''Surely everyone is going to love you. You will also be able to get new friends.''
We talked for a while until dessert arrived.
This day was special as we did not get dessert everyday. For our health, we got dessert on special occasions or once a week.
This day's dessert was a carefully made Tiramisu. Both of my parents got a cup of coffee while my brother and I got tea. It wasn't the best duo, but I really liked the tea.
I carefully sipped my tea when I saw my father smile as if he had gotten an idea.
'What is he up to now?'
My father then lifted his head and looked at my brother and I with a smile.
I had a small bad feeling about this.
''Say, both of you have been studying really hard for your school these past few weeks, right?''
My brother and I nodded, still unaware of his plan.
''Well, why don't I reward both of you with whatever you wish for? I appreciate all of the hard work both of you put into you studies.'' He finished and turned to my mother. ''What do you think about that?''
A smile also appeared on her face.
''Well, I also think that's a great idea, isn't?'' Her face then turned to me. ''Think of all the clothing you could buy, shoes, etc. It's a good opportunity for both of you.''
While both my parents were talking of our rewards, my brother and I looked at each other with confused faces.
Strangely, both of us never really asked for anything, even if we came from an extremely rich family.
Of course, I never asked as I was already grateful for the things I could enjoy. My brother was the same as I and never asked for anything.
After my brother and I never asked for anything, both my parents tried to make up excuses to buy us something.
That thought reminded me of something.
[Flashback]
''That shirt sure does look small on you, doesn't it?'' My father began out of nowhere.
'It's literally the same as always.'
''No, it's totally fi-'' I suddenly got cut off.
''This is not acceptable. I'll be sure to contact the store and we will make an appointment for you to get new clothes.'' He then picked up his phone and dialed a phone number.
''Hello, yes I'd like to...''
'Seriously? I have a walk in closet that has more clothes than I ever used in my past life.'
There was no choice but to keep watching my father spend his money.
[End of flashback]
Seeing my parents spend their money so easily always made me cringe.
I always had to worry about the money I was spending before, but I still could not get used to being this rich and being carefree.
''So,'' my thoughts were interrupted. ''What will both of you be asking for?'' Both my parents were looking at us with hopeful faces.
'I mean, there's no going back. They're not going to budge even if we don't need anything. I will allow it ONCE.'
I began to think.
'I really don't want more clothes or shoes, it gets annoying. I should get something useful.'
''Well? I'm here for both of you. Ask away.'' My father had a face of triumph, he knew we couldn't get out of this.
''I'll think about it.'' I said.
''Think about it? We'll make an appointment for your clothes. Oh~ what about a manicure?'' My mother began talking as if it was her gift.
''What about you?'' I asked my brother.
''I really don't know.'' He leaned forward and whispered in my ear.
''Me too.'' I whispered back.
'I should think about it.'
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Tomorrow was the day of the party my mother and I were invited to.
Apparently, this was a close friend of my mother's and we were getting some gifts ready for tomorrow.
''So, we have the chocolates from France, the Wine from Italy, and...''
'This is getting really exhausting.'
All of these preparations my mother was having
were draining me physically and mentally.
'This better be a good party.'