Lisa's POV
Previously, I was arrested for violence that happened a few days ago in a warehouse near the sea. Then I had to participate in a trial and put in jail for 2 months.
While on the bus, the bus driver and I didn't talk much to each other (even though we were sitting close). I saw the streets were dark, downy, and crammed of arid. My eyes stare a little and the bus driver is also staring at me.
"How long have you been in jail, kid?", Asked the bus driver.
I acted a little thoughtful, then said, "Two months, ma'am."
The bus driver nodded.
"Do you regret what you did?"
"Yes, of course.", I believe innocent but in fact, I was the wrong one.
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The bus arrived at a place. A haven for me by the next two months, a prison.
Okay, this is quite a disturbing place like on TV. Moreover, Maria once told me about her experience of visiting this place.
The bus door opened, the driver told me to get off.
The two guards approached me and immediately took me to my cell.
The three of us walked slowly, dark, and I felt uncomfortable.
This is crazy, this place stenches of sweat. Are they too lazy to shower?
After getting to the cell, the two guards pushed me hard, "This is your cell, for now, princess. If you want to try to escape from this prison, go ahead. The consequences are in your life."
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Then I started my days in prison. I even met the haters that I saw at the airport (See chapter 2). Then, I was constantly bullied by fellow prisoners.
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"Don't expect you to think that artists can be served well, alright?", Said prisoner 1.
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Damn, apparently the prisoners in here are not playing games. They play violence so they can expel their anger. I have to stay here for two months if I want to survive.
During my incarceration, I got a mysterious cellmate (Our beds are apart). She's the quiet type. In fact, she was just ignorant when I gave her food.
However, that night it became sensational as I hear her speak.
"Hey."
I was half asleep at that time, immediately reversed my sleeping position, and asked, "What?"
"I heard from some officers in the prison that you were arrested for hitting some television actors."
"Yes, that's right."
She paused for a moment, then woke up from her sleep.
"I also have the same accident as you."
Huh? What did she say?
"Sorry? What did you just say?"
"I said that my accident is the same as you."
I want to know, who exactly is she?
"Before I speak, let me introduce myself. My name is Emily. I'm a former artist, but not very famous."
"Greetings too, I'm Lisa. Wait, you said earlier that you are also an artist?"
"Yes, it can be said like that. I was originally an ordinary model then invited to various television shows. At least 2-3 shows made me their guest star.", Emily told a little about herself.
"But, the reason why I became 'famous' is when I accidentally switched drinks for the director of a studio."
"What's the content of the drink?"
Emily shook her head, "At first I didn't know, but when he drank it…"
"Then?"
Emily looked down a little, "He's dead."
"Jeez."
"In fact, the event I attended was my first film press conference. But after that incident, my name was dropped from the cast and I was sent here for 4 months. Now, this is my third month here, by next month I'm free."
"Oh, yeah... By the way, whose agency were you?"
"Star company."
Wait… Star company isn't Jackson's agency?
"Who was the person who invited you to become a talent model at the agency?"
"You must have heard this name often... Maria Fantasia."
Maria???
"I can't believe this… Maria? How come?"
Emily nodded.
"I don't really know what that person looks like. Because she's beautiful but rotten."
"Indeed."
"Then, what about you Lisa? What got you in jail because of Maria?"
I tell Emily what happened, scene by scene that I remember her observing. Sometimes she was shocked or confused.
"So, you went to jail for accidentally hitting 2 actors who kidnapped your friend and it turned out to be a scene from the show?"
I nodded.
"That woman is impertinent. Hopefully, when we get out, you'll get an act of good revenge."
I nodded, "Thank you."
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Day after day accompany me in prison. I felt alone at first, but after I got to know Emily, I felt fine. We like to talk about our careers, or anything else.
Two months passed…
I was released from prison, as well as Emily.
"We're finally free, Lisa." Emily laughed as she walked with me at the prison gate.
"Yes, I hope our mistakes are not repeated."
Outside the prison, Isaac and Jasmine picked me up.
"How did you come home, Em?"
"Relax, I was about picked up by my parents."
"Oh okay."
"Lisa, you have to change when you get out of here," said Emily.
"How should I change myself?", Lisa confused.
"Your attitude must be adjusted, look around you... Show that you are just like them, humans who have mistakes.", Emily pointed to me.
I looked back at her as I walk to Isaac and Jasmine.
"Em…"
"Yes?"
"Thank you for being the best cellmate I ever had."
"Likewise with you, Lis."
I ran and hugged her tightly.
"See you around, Emily.", I said as I approached the car.
Emily just waved her hand with a smile.
I went home with Isaac and Jasmine while Emily waited for her parents.
At home, I breathed an air of longing.
"Aah, I finally returned home."
"Welcome back, madam.", Said some of my helpers.
"I'm going to take a shower and watch television for a bit."
After showering, I turned on the television and at that moment there was news.
"This afternoon, in the women's prison there was a terrible incident regarding the death of a former actress, Emily Hoone."
I immediately focused on the news, what do they mean?
"Emily died this afternoon around the women's prison after she was said to be free from prison for 4 months. She was run over by an unknown person when she accidentally found a picture of her family."
Could it be Maria's doing…
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To Be Continued.