People only showered with praise when they wanted something from you; it was her motto and what she believed in. Alicia didn't believe in pure intentions. She believed in her ability to understand what people meant by certain behaviours. She once wanted to be loved for who she was, not for the services she could provide, but she dropped this dream in middle school. No one would love you like the one you wanted to be so she fabricated everyday faces, showing the best profile she could make… A big smile, a doll face, fashionable clothes even when they were a little bit odd… More importantly, the Principal didn't scold her for it or sent her a warning. He let her do whatever she wanted.