I woke to the sound of the plane hitting the tarmac and rain pouring down all around us. Once the plane was done taxi-ing. We exited and were met with another convoy of dark expensive looking cars.
"So are you rich or something ?" I asked as we entered the middle car.
"Or something is more like it. This is Jay" she said pointing to the driver, who acknowledged me with a smile through the rearview mirror. "He will be driving and will accompany you where necessary."
"Is he a bodyguard?"
"No ma'am I am not"
Ah, so he speaks. Jay was pretty huge and definitely good looking I might just need a distraction to get through this place. Staring at him work out would work-
"It's a pretty long drive to the house so I think it's best you know the history now."
Okay then. Right to it.
I turned to face Miss lane waiting for her to continue.
"You can call me Jessica by the way.
Me and your mum were best friends growing up, she would come up here on summer vacations as well as wintertime and we were pretty inseparable.
I don't know if I should be telling you this. But the reason for your trip up here is because your mum wanted to introduce you to your dad. I would know he is my brother after all."
Whet?
"Your mum and dad were pretty much soulmates in every sense of the word. Their relationship had fireworks in every sense of the word. Once they knew they were going to have you they're relationship blossomed. Your mum was looking to settle up here with us. Then the attack happened.
Your dad was in the personal security business and let's just say one of the old clients didn't like that he was settling down and wouldn't be going back to work. While out on her own which never should have happened, she was attacked by some rogues. I mean rogue employers, lucky she got away but your dad vowed to never let her or you come into danger because of him. So he begged her to move away for your safety."
"Why didn't he come with us and where is he now?"
"He did. He has been watching you from afar your mum never thought you were ready to meet until you were old enough to understand where you come from."
Mum has been in a secret relationship all this time.
" He is flying back with your mum personally. If anyone tries to pry him from her side he gets violent. He is kicking himself that he wasn't there at the time of the accident. He had returned home for some family matters when he received the call. He hasn't been the same since"
Wow, I have a father and an aunt and a whole family. And the family drama chile. I was speechless.
"Do you have any questions?"
I shook my head still processing all the information. It must have been too much for me to take because I passed out soon after deep in thought.
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I woke up on a queen size bed in a beautiful room overlooking a lake. These people must be loaded. I was laying on a gorgeous baby pink comforter with golden detailing. It was a four-poster bed with a canopy. I walked to the windows and could see trees upon trees of forest. It must have been at least three stories up as I could see the grounds. There was a group of hot men sparing or wrestling. This must be a training camp of sorts.
Walking around the room, I found a walk-in closet filled with all designer clothing, shoes, and accessories and the bathroom was to die for. It had a big bathtub and jet shower that could fit a whole ten me's. I'm assuming.
All this is a dream. But what would my life be without mum? I dropped down to the floor, everything hitting me all at once. I cried about how all this would be different if she were here with me. I cried hard till a got a migraine and eventually blacked.
I woke several hours later still on the floor. After washing up, I decided to put on my big girl panties and discover more about these strangers I'll be living with until things get back to normal.
I had just exited the bedroom when I slammed into this thick wall and fell on my butt. It was Jay, how embarrassing.
"Sorry, ma'am. Are you alright?"
"I'm fine Jay. And I'm certainly no ma'am call me Amelia. Why were you right outside this door were you guarding it or something?"
"Or something. I was told to inform you once you were awake to meet Miss Lane in the living room. It is right this way if you would follow me"
We walked through several hallways, passing many rooms I think I would need a map if I was going to be living here. The dining room could seat about 30 people give or take 100. And the kitchen was like one you'd find in a five-star hotel. I think I'm in a drug lord home.
"How many people live here?"
"About 20. The packhouse is where all the important families in this town live"
Packhouse. Must be some local slang around here.
We got to the room where we found Jessica painting and humming. Jay left almost immediately. Shame I hoped he would be my guide around here.
"Finally up huh"
"Yeah it's been a stressful last few days"
"You don't have to explain yourself. I just thought we could talk about what you would get up to around here. Your mum's flight will arrive this evening and her room is being set up with the best nurses and doctors who will be around 24/7."
"Thank you. I don't know what I would have done without you"
"No need you are practically family. And up here we take care of our own.
I know you just got out of school but up here the schedule is a little different. I didn't think you'd want to be sleeping with nothing to do. Your mum mentioned you are an honors student yes?
If you are up for it you can attend classes at the local academy on any days you'd like. I know you are going through a hard time but I'll be here for you. Always."
I was tearing up by now. Not knowing what to do with this emotion and got up and hugged her while crying on her shoulder.
"Shhh, baby girl. I got you. If you are up for it I could give you a tour to keep your mind busy"
" I'm definitely up for it"
We set off on the tour. Apparently, this was an old castle back in the day hence the many rooms and mysterious vibe it had.
Two big families lived here of which they were owners of black inc. I major developer in this town. One of the owners was Jessica's dad. And my dad was her brother. Hence the special treatment.
The manor is equipped with a state of the art kitchen that has its own chefs. Hospital room. Tennis court. Swimming. Cinema. And I kid you not a dungeon. What kind of creeps lived here.
By the time we were halfway through. I was informed that mum had arrived, the donor had been holding off to some meeting for neglecting his duties.
Once she was set up on the same floor as me. I sat by her and read to her while she slept. I know she isn't just sleeping but it helps me feel better.
I spent hours with her until I eventually dozed off.
I was awakened by the feeling of being carried. I was exhausted but still tried to fight off my attacker.
"Don't hit your father, it is rude"
"Ohh so your the mountain that abandoned me and mummy," I said sleepily poking him in the cheek.
The dude flinches as if I'd slapped him.
"Rest little one. We'll talk tomorrow.