A Week!
Lil Reaper:
Chapter Two
Day Two
I guess mom was feeling bad about last night because she made breakfast. She never makes breakfast. I wasn't really hungry and I told her.
I got up early to make Lanie breakfast. I don't usually but I figured after last night I owed it to her. "Lanie, hurry up. I made you breakfast."
"Thanks mom, but I'm not hungry."
"You need to eat breakfast."
"Not hungry!"
"When did you become such an ungrateful little brat?!"
"Probably about the same time you became the town tramp!"
After my town tramp comment mom stormed off to her room. I went into the bathroom to take a long bubble bath before school. I was feeling so angry and sad. I had a brief moment where I thought about cutting myself like I used to, but I managed to ignore it. I hoped school would be better today. Maybe I'd even manage to make a friend.
I came home from school late and mom was waiting for me. Boy was she angry. OK so it was 11:30 and she had every right to be ticked. I'd come home from school, climbed in my bedroom window to change my clothes, and then climbed back out.
I couldn't believe it. Lanie didn't come home from school at 5. I was a little worried, but I figured after our fight she was avoiding me. She finally came in at 11:30 like nothing was wrong. I yelled at her for a half hour but she never said a word. She knew exactly how to push my buttons.
After Lanie went to bed I went into my room and changed into my favorite outfit. I decided I was going to go out and check out the night life. I got out to my car and had second thoughts. So I stomped back into the house and took the new cookbook off the bookshelf to study. Lanie thought we'd moved here on a whim but, I had a job as a waitress at a trendy new restaraunt. The owner told me if all went well he'd promote me to prep chef.
Lil Reaper:
Chapter Three
Day Three
When I woke up I was exhausted and I didn't really feel like going to school. I almost rolled over and went back to sleep, but I didn't want to risk ticking my mom off again. After the two fights we had yesterday I wasn't in the mood for another one. I really hated prep school, and I wasn't about to give mom a reason to send me to boarding school. After 15 minutes I finally dragged myself out of bed and got ready for school.
Here I go off to school, and as you can tell I'm not very happy about it. I skipped breakfast again this morning. I didn't feel like dealing with mom so I hid in my room until the bus came. I didn't really have to though since mom stayed in her room until I left for school. She must be still mad about yesterday.
After Lanie left for school I got out of bed and got dressed. I was about to get breakfast when Leod called.
"Maggie? Its Leod. How are you?"
"I'm good Leod. Did you want something?"
"I wanted to apologize about the other day. Its just things got complicated for me. I felt something for you that I haven't felt about any woman before and I had to go home and sort out my feelings. Is it ok if I come over so we can talk?"
"No I don't think thats such a good idea."
"Ok. I completely understand."
When I looked at the clock again it was almost 4. I couldn't believe we'd been on the phone all day.
I am going to be in so much trouble. I got a detention and Headmaster O'Bryan sent home a note for my mom to sign. Maybe someday I'll learn to keep my mouth shut. A bunch of popular girls were giving me a hard time about my mom. They said it couldn't be easy being the daughter of the town tramp. I know I'd said the same thing to her yesterday but this was different. I spewed out a bunch of four letter words that Headmaster O'Bryan overheard.
I gave mom the note from Headmaster O'Bryan hoping that she'd go easy on me. Wishful thinking.
Lanie gave me a piece of paper and I knew from her face it wasn't going to be good news. I read the note and looked at her. "What in the world were you thinking, Lanie?"
"I was defending you AGAIN!. A bunch of girls were calling you the town tramp. I had to say something."
"The town tramp huh? Isn't that what you called me? Besides thats no excuse. Are you trying to get kicked out of school?"
"No! But I'm having a hard time making friends and maybe I don't want the whole school thinking my mom is the town tramp!"
I was quiet for a minute while I was thinking. "Go outside and weed the flowerbeds. Don't argue with me or you'll be going to Cresthill Academy."
Boarding school. There was no way I was taking any chances. I changed into my workout clothes and headed outside. I started by weeding the flowerbeds, then I watered them for good measure. I decided to go to the greenhouse and weed the vegetable garden too. I hoped mom was noticing that I was making an effort. Ok maybe it was a small effort but I was trying.
While Lanie was out taking care of the gardening I met this really nice woman named Chris. We became instant friends and I decided to invite her in for tea. I'd never had a friend like this before mainly because of my reputation. Chris mentioned she knew about Leod but she didn't seem bothered by it. Before I knew it we were gossiping like a couple of teenagers. It felt nice to be this happy without a man being involved.
I finally finished gardening and then decided to do something I hadn't done in a long time. I got some clay and started sculpting a vase. For some reason its always relaxed me and I'm very good at it. I kept working on it even though it was dark. I wanted to finish the vase before I went to bed. I also wanted to finish it so I could have more time to think things over.
I was dreading it but I knew I had to aplogize to my mom. I went inside to find her while I still had the courage.
Lanie came inside and tried to talk to me but I ignored her. She was very persistant and she finally wore me down. "Lanie, what is it? You should be getting to bed. You have school in the morning."
"I know mom but there's something I have to say to you. I'm sorry for how I've been acting. Things have been rough for me. I love you but you don't make things easy. I'll try harder, but you have to try too. I saw Leod leaving the other day after you promised it would be different. I know the Broken Heart routine by now."
Mom didn't say anything for a while and I started to get worried. I waited for more screaming and fighting but all that came was two teardrops running down her cheeks.
I couldn't stop myself from crying. I grabbed Lanie and hugged her tight. "I know I said things would change before but this time I mean it." I just hoped she believed me this time.
Lil Reaper:
Chapter Four
Day Four
I know I've been complaining that I don't have any friends but thats not entirely true. I met this gorgeous blue-haired punk rocker named Deacon. He had graduated early and came by St Katherine's to visit his friends before he started classes at Willow Brook College. At first I just smiled at him and when he smiled back I got courageous. I walked over to him.
"Hey there. I'm Lanie Williams, the new girl. I like your hair."
I practically fainted when he reached out and touched my hair. "You're hair is pretty awesome too."
His friends came over and started dragging him off, but he turned to me and said "I'll be here the day after tomorrow. I'll look forward to seeing you then."
Mom saw me fixing my make-up and gave me that all knowing smile.
After Lanie left for school I decided I had to prove to her and everyone else that I could just be friends with a man. So I called and invited Leod over. By the enthusiasm in his voice I could tell he thought we were going to sleep together again. I was feeling good since my bruises had faded enough so I could cover them with make-up. I hugged Leod when he arrived but when I saw him move in for a kiss I pulled away.
"Is something wrong, Maggie?"
"No. In fact things couldn't be better. Come on inside. I'll make us some coffee and we can watch some TV."
I could tell by Leod's expression and his body language that he wasn't happy about any of this. Everytime I'd try and start a conversation he'd quickly make a rude remark in a cold tone to end the conversation. I began to wonder why he was even staying if he was so angry. Then I realized he thought we still might sleep together. I was completely relieved when the phone rang. I excused myself and hurried into the kitchen to answer it.
I answered the phone and was surprised to hear Andrew's voice on the other end. I had met Andrew at the grocery store too but since he didn't seem at all interested in sleeping with me I didn't pay much attention to him.
"Hey, Maggie. Its Andrew. I hope I'm not interupting anything. I was just calling to see how you and Lanie are doing."
I was stunned that Andrew not only remembered Lanie's name but he was asking about her.
"She's fine. We both are. Its very sweet of you to call."
"Its no problem really. I'm just trying to be a good neighbor."
I wanted to keep talking to Andrew but Leod was standing the doorway glowering at me.
"Can I call you tomorrow? Its my first day at work and I need to get ready."
"Thats fine. Don't be a stranger."
I hung up the phone and followed Leod into the livingroom. He had his arms folded across his chest and his eyes narrowed.
"Who was that on the phone, Maggie?"
"Andrew. He called to see how Lanie and I were doing."
"Right. Exactly how many men are you seeing?"
At first I was surprised and then I got very angry.
"None. Now I think you should leave. And don't bother coming back!" I watched Leod storm out of my life and I couldn't have been happier.
I was a little annoyed that Lanie had to borrow my car since she missed the bus but I called Melissa who was also a waitress and worked the same shift as I did. I asked her if I could get a ride to work. I explained about Lanie missing the bus and she laughed. "I have one of those too. It won't be a problem. See you at 1" I jumped in the shower, threw on some make-up and put on my uniform. At 1:05 Melissa pulled up in front of the house. I was extremely nervous about my first day.
I couldn't believe it. I got promoted. Eddie, the owner of "Shiloh's Bar & Grill", said I was obviously an excellent waitress but he was interested in seeing my cooking skills. One of the prep chefs was out sick and he needed a replacement fast.
"Are you up to it Mags? If so go get changed."
I was more than ready. I put on the oversized uniform and got right to work. By the end of the night I could tell by Eddie's smile he was impressed.
"Congratualtions Mags! You're our new prep chef."
I couldn't wait to tell Lanie the good news.
I noticed the car was gone and when I went inside the house was silent. I saw a note on the fridge from Lanie. She had gone to dinner and the movies with some boy named Deacon. I'd have to ask her who Deacon was when she got home. I made myself a cup of coffee and sat down on the couch to relax. I started thinking about the past few days. We hadn't even been here for a week and things were already so hectic. Things had better settle down soon or I was going to be in a permanent state of exhaustion.
I got home a little later than I had planned and I hoped mom wasn't angry. I walked inside and she got off the couch and walked into the kitchen with her empty coffee cup.
Lanie looked worried about coming home so late so I decided to ease her mind. "How was your date? Are you hungry?"
I looked at mom for a minute before smiling. She seemed really happy "Yeah actually I'm starving. How'd you know?"
I gave Lanie that knowing smile. "No girl eats alot on the first date. Come on. I brought home some lamp chops from Shiloh's"
I started eatting and then looked at my mom. "So mom, did something good happen to you today? You seem really happy."
"Yeah actually. Leod is out of my life, our life forever and Eddie promoted me to prep chef today."
"Wow mom! That great. I guess things are looking up for both of us."
"I guess so. So Lanie, whose Deacon?"
I nearly choked on my lamp chop. "Just this boy I met at school."
xgreydovex:
i luv it luv it LUV IT! pleasssse continue :D
cari4003:
Really good, keep going.
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