DAN'S POV
He looked fazed for once, i was thrilled i had put in on spot, he acted like a perfect ol' man.
"That, young lad is a question you all know the answers to" he replied stiffly, I knew he was bluffing but i had nothing on me than to take it.
"Anything else, i can be of service to you before take a quick recess?" He asked out to everyone, while staring at me pointedly.
And I was determined to give him an answer.
"Where is Mr. Derrick? Is he pussying out somewhere? I hadn't seen him since we started on this never-ending stairs" that one took him over the edge.
It hit him right close to home.
"You do not talk to adults like that young man, and do not, i repeat, do not insult the Giovanni's taste dead or alive" he spoke sternly.
I had regretted saying it the minute it rolled out of my tongue but there was no going back.
The deed was done already, the hurt was there.
The anger that rolled off.him were felt by all cause the place got quieter amd the worker stiffened and halted all what they were doing.
"Yes sir, loud and clear" I felt like i had to say something to ease the tension.
"They were people respected and honoured, and a rebel teenager has not right to speak I'll of them" he said out before walking out.
And now he confirmed his thoughts on us, like he said, rebel teenagers.
"Mr. Derrick will be with you guys shortly" a few workers followed him out.
Leaving a tense atmosphere, which Edward tried out but failing miserably at to diffuse.
He must have been very close or obsessive towards them for him to stay this long in servitude.
It was a long day and not wanting to dwell on what just happened i went into my room like the others.
Hailey was going to be staying in the room opposite mine.
It wasn't too far off, i would easily be able to keep my eyes on her.
The day went by faster and turned to night, it was a stressful one for everyone and me most importantly.
Smiling slightly, i can't still believe we are on a trip.
Class 12 had never been on trip.
Profitable or not, I'm sure it's one we all wouldn't ever forget.
Laying on my bed, staring at the ceiling, thinking about the turn out of today.
From the very beginning, it was a whirlwind of emotions,
And one that isn't going to stop.
...
I woke up to find out that i had slept off like that, i must have been tired, i thought.
The lights were seeping in from the opened up curtains, blinding my eyes and disturbing my sleep.
Willing myself, i got up from the softest comfy beds i had slept on, to shut those damn curtains.
It didn't pull like i expected it, trying it again several times, i looked up to see a roller, it must use some sort of technique or control.
Checking carefully, i went from the curtain tracing the edges of the rollers to get a starting or ending point.
Ah, found it.
I said aloud, smiling stupidly like I had accomplished a task, composing myself to check for one important thing i had seen everywhere.
CCTV Cameras
I had spotted them out on display but since entering this wing, I only saw a few at the entrance, living areas, kitchen and the dining room, none was seen near or inside the rooms meaning they were hidden.
I personally won't allow a godforsaken person stalk me and my nudes.
Checking carefully, the room was an en suite room, it was decorated in cream and accompanied by bare walls letting you dictate how you want it to be.
The room was relatively large with spacious bedrooms, a glass walk in closet, accompanied with L-shaped sofa's and coffee tables.
A glass window was accompanying the back, revealing a sneak peek of Mansion view.
It expansive grounds, featuring a sweeping driveway, manicured lawns, and mature trees, exuding an aura of refinement and exclusivity, setting the stage for the impressive home that lay beyond.
It was almost like standalone apartments, offering everything the guests could need without even needing to leave their quarters.
It was a wonder how the room i chose was equipped with do much as if it was made for me.
Hence, it stalled me in checking everywhere quickly.
But surprisingly i didn't find any, taking note to ask about them later, I checked the time, time was already far gone, i took a quick shower, dressed up in black denim jeans and a white form fitted round neck with my slides.
Heading towards Hailey, i heard a door in the left identical to mine opened to reveal Amy.
Since when was she staying close to me, i had remembered being one of the last to choose a room.
She on the other hand didn't look as shocked as me.
She knew.
Arrrrgh...
I made an internal groan, i planned on setting the bar in this floor.
Ignoring her to head towards Hailey's room, i was surprised when i heard her tiny voice at my back.
She walked out from behind Amy, but how?
Reaching up to her, i carried her in my room, without saying anything heading towards her room.
"She..." i heard from Amy, stopping on my heels, i turned facing her
"What?" I replied arrogantly.
"She came in last night, i think she couldn't sleep and mistook my room for yours"
Raising an eyebrow up "And you couldn't redirect her to mine?" I asked rudely.
Like did she wanted to get something out if it.
An award,
What's the motive?
Several thoughts ran through my mind, "No, not what you are thinking" she raised her hands defensively trying to diffuse any confusion that had set in.
As if that were possible.
She continued making motions with her hands "We knocked several times, very loud knocks and your door was shut, you didn't answer, So i took her in"
Nodding my head in understanding before she blurted "You can ask her"
I must have been so knocked out yesterday,
Then the guilt set in, what if it hadn't been Amy? What if she got lost in this big place? What if some manhandled her?
I felt a sense if gratitude for her but being the obnoxious person i was, i couldn't come out and thank her.
"You've done well" was the only statement i could offer.
Heading back towards my original purpose, i said over my shoulder "Don't think we are close now because you did me a good one"
"Yes, i heard you loud and clear, not like we would want that happening, would we?" she retorted back.
Murmuring to herself "Not like i would love to associate myself with your kinds"
Hmph..
"I heard that, and if you said it to get a reaction from me, you have got trouble coming"
She hurried back inside her room, shutting the door very loudly.
Grinning up to myself, i opened Hailey's door to see her room, it looked like they made a but if an arrangement.
It was identical to mine but no glass windows, the glass coffee tables were replaced with wooden ones.
The curtains were not a roller type, it looked a quick decor but everywhere unlike my room was covered in children's painting, toys, books and beddings.
They really outdid themselves.
It felt at peace, the place wasn't looking so foreign to her, I'm sure Mr. Derrick would have assisted in getting her preferences.
Giving her a bath, and dressing her up in polka dot black and white gown, we surely were twinning at this point.
I carried her downstairs towards the dining table, everyone had occupied a seat including Rita who was waving at me to join her.
I went towards them to seat keeping Hailey on my lap.
Serbian walked with staffs carrying in covered lids assuming they were foods.
But they were not.
Dropping one on each and everyone's plate.
They were whispers
Opening mine to see a laid out sheet of routine or timetable for everyday we were going to stay here and there was no free period.
Walked in at that moment Mr. Derrick, to hear him announce that's we are going for gym.
Always the surprise package and he doesn't disappoints.
AUTHOR'S NOTE
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For a quick survey what do you say.
XO, joannawrites.