It was another monotonous day, blending into the seemingly endless stream of school days for Cordelia.
As she lay in bed, a heavy sense of dread settled over her, casting a shadow on her thoughts. The mere idea of facing another day filled her with anxiety and unease.Ever since that dreadful incident a few days ago, Cordelia couldn't shake off the lingering horror. The memory of it replayed in her mind, haunting her every waking moment.She longed to escape the repetitive cycle, yearning for something different, something that would break the monotony."I don't want to go to school," Cordelia muttered to herself, her voice filled with resignation. "It's just going to be the same thing all over again. I'll be trapped in a classroom, bored out of my mind. During recess, I'll feel lonely and like an outcast."Yet, amidst her internal turmoil, another voice emerged, gently reminding her of the reasons why she had to face the day."But Cordelia, you have to go to school. You can't hide away in bed forever. Think about all the opportunities and experiences you'll miss out on if you don't go."Cordelia let out a deep sigh, her frustration seeping through her pores. "Arrggghhhh... How did my life take such a turn? I had it all! I had everything a person could wish for!"Tears welled up in Cordelia's eyes as the memories of her parents flooded her mind.Mr. and Mrs. Sajid Johnson, the affluent and influential couple who belonged to one of the wealthiest families in East America, Massachusetts.Their opulent lifestyle was legendary, with their house situated on a private island, surrounded by imposing glass walls and guarded day and night by vigilant bodyguards. Electric fences and an extensive network of CCTV cameras made their home resemble a fortress fit for a president.As the only child of the Johnson family, Cordelia had grown up shielded from the hardships of the world. Her life was characterized by luxury, privilege, and an absence of any significant responsibilities.Simple tasks like washing her own clothes were foreign concepts to her, as she had a team of personal maids attending to her every need.At school, Cordelia enjoyed a unique status. Despite her wealth, she had managed to forge genuine friendships and garner respect from her peers. She was seen as approachable and kind-hearted, defying the stereotypes associated with her affluent background.But now, everything seems different. Cordelia couldn't comprehend why life had suddenly taken such a drastic turn, thrusting her into unfamiliar territory.Cordelia had cried so much that her eyes were bloodshot, her emotions raw and exposed. Amidst the despair, there was a glimmer of hope — the thought of seeing David that day. She wiped her tears away, conjuring a smile that masked the pain lurking beneath."At least I get to see David today," she whispered, her voice tinged with both sadness and anticipation.With newfound determination, Cordelia rose from her bed and prepared herself for another day at school. As she arrived at the familiar gates, her eyes scanned the surroundings until they landed on David, who paced back and forth, searching the crowd as if eagerly expecting someone."Hey David," Cordelia called out, a smile spreading across her face as she tapped his shoulder from behind.Startled, David turned around, his face lighting up with surprise. "Cordelia! You scared me," he exclaimed.Chuckling softly, Cordelia apologized, "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to startle you."Curiosity twinkled in her eyes as she asked, "What are you doing out here?""I was waiting for you, Cordelia," David replied, taking a step closer and reaching for her hand."For me?" Cordelia responded, a mix of surprise and confusion in her voice."Yes, you. I didn't want you to walk to class alone after what happened the last time," David explained, his concern evident in his eyes.A wave of embarrassment washed over Cordelia as she lowered her head. "Oh, you saw that," she murmured.David nodded gently, a reassuring smile on his face. "Yes, I did. I saw everything. Let's go to class; we're running late."Cordelia and David made their way to the classroom together, their footsteps echoing in harmony. Time seemed to stretch as they shared conversations, laughter, and moments of quiet understanding. They had become each other's refuge amidst the chaos of their lives.However, as they entered the classroom, their anticipation was met with an unexpected announcement. The lecturer sent a notification to everyone, declaring that class had been canceled for the day.Cordelia groaned in frustration as she checked her phone, hoping for an alternative plan."What are we going to do now?" she complained, her voice laced with disappointment.David looked up, a mischievous grin lighting up his face. "I have an idea... Wanna go to the library with me?"Cordelia raised an eyebrow, her interest piqued. "The library?"David nodded enthusiastically. "Yes, the library. Trust me, it'll be fun. We can find a cozy spot, read or do something else, and they even have a killer coffee shop."Cordelia shrugged, a glimmer of excitement returning to her eyes. "Eh, why not? It beats sitting here doing nothing."With their decision made, Cordelia and David swiftly left the classroom, unaware of the inquisitive glances exchanged by some of their classmates. Among them were Jared's friends, Ian and Scott, who observed the duo's departure but chose not to intrude."What could be going on between those two?" Ian mused, nudging Scott. "I saw them walking together from the gate."Scott shrugged nonchalantly, his voice filled with indifference. "Let them be, man. It's their business."Cordelia and David strolled through the corridors, their steps light and their hearts open to new possibilities. Their chatter and laughter filled the air, allowing them to drown out the whispers that tried to follow them.As they reached the library, the vast expanse of knowledge unfolded before them, inviting exploration. Cordelia and David wandered through the stacks, their fingers grazing the spines of countless books, searching for the perfect spot to settle in.Finally, they discovered a secluded corner, tucked away from prying eyes, where a comfortable armchair awaited them, offering a breathtaking view of the garden outside.Curiosity got the better of David as he asked, "What kind of books do you usually read? I thought we were going to study for school."Cordelia raised an eyebrow, her eyes widening with a sense of intrigue and wonder. “I thought you said we were coming here to read school books?”"I know, I know," he replied playfully. "Let's just do something different today."David's face lit up as he extended a romance novel toward Cordelia. "How about we dive into a different world for a while? It might be a pleasant escape."Cordelia accepted the book, her fingers gently caressing its cover. With their coffee cups in hand, they settled into the armchair, allowing themselves to be enveloped by the written words and the aromatic essence of their freshly brewed beverages.Cordelia stole glances at David as he immersed himself in his chosen book, noticing the dimples that adorned his smile for the first time."What's making you smile?" Cordelia inquired, her curiosity brimming."It's the book," David replied, his voice filled with genuine delight. "It's really good."In that tranquil moment, Cordelia realized that her attraction to David ran deeper than she had acknowledged. The peaceful setting and the closeness of their bodies ignited a spark within her, compelling her to take a leap of faith.Suddenly, David looked up from his book, locking eyes with Cordelia. "Hey," he said softly, his voice laced with tenderness. "Come here. Come closer."Cordelia's heart skipped a beat as she moved closer to David, their connection intensifying with every passing second. She stood before him, her body drawn to his like a magnet, as sunlight bathed his face, illuminating his beautiful brown eyes and well-shaped lips, which beckoned to be kissed.Her breathing quickened as David gently took hold of her hands, pulling her onto his lap. "Cordelia," he whispered, his hands slipping beneath her falling hair, caressing the nape of her neck.An electric current surged through Cordelia's body, sending shivers cascading down her spine. David drew her head closer to his, their lips tentatively meeting in a soft, sweet kiss that sent waves of euphoria coursing through her veins.As they pulled away, Cordelia couldn't contain her joy, her grin widening with each passing second. "Wow... Well, this is certainly one way to spend a canceled class," she chuckled.David joined in her laughter, his eyes filled with warmth. "I'd say it's the best way."For the rest of the afternoon, they continued to read, chat, and steal kisses whenever they believed no one was watching.It was a perfect, unexpected moment, etching itself deep into the tapestry of their lives.Little did they know that this was merely the beginning of their love story, a tale that would weave its way through both joyous and challenging times, shaping their journey together.It’s been 3 months since Cordelia arrived in Croatia and started schooling at the University of Pliver.Cordelia woke up to the loud sound of someone banging on her apartment door at 7am in the morning.She took a peep through the door hole, and it was the owner of the apartment that Mr Smith had rented for her.“Good Morning Ma.” Cordelia greeted as she opened the door.“Good Morning Cordelia. Sorry that I had to disturb your morning. I just wanted to let you know that your rent is due for Friday.I wouldn’t have come, but I’ve been unable to reach Mr Smith.” The home owner replied.“Oh… I see. Thank you very much ma’am.” “You’re welcome.” She said, as she turned to take her leave.As Cordelia closed the door, she began to mutter…‘What’s happening? I thought Mr Smith said he had had paid for everything’ Immediately Cordelia got to her room, she picked up her phone and called Mr Smith, but it was to no avail as well.‘I haven’t even heard from him for the past 3 months now. What’
“Why did Cordelia rush out of the bar like that? What happened?” Jared asked McKayla, his curiosity piqued by Cordelia's sudden departure.“She came to borrow some money, and I gave her my condition. I can’t give my money for free. I work really, really hard for it,” McKayla explained with a hint of frustration in her voice. 'Money? She came here for money?' Jared thought, silently piecing together the situation. He was taken aback by the revelation but maintained his composure. "How much was she asking for?" he inquired, genuinely curious. “She was asking for 5k+,” McKayla replied, her tone indicating that the amount was substantial. "But, McKayla, you can afford that easily. Why don't you just lend it to her?"Jared countered, surprised by McKayla's hesitation. “I want her to work for me, Jared. With that girl, I’m going to make so much money," McKayla responded with a determined glint in her eyes. Her ambitious nature shone through, as she saw an opportunity to capitalize on Corde
Cordelia woke up the next morning with David on her mind.On one hand, she was relieved that she had been able to pay both bills before the deadlines. On the other side, the decision that she had just made has been eating deep into her conscience. ‘How will I keep such a secret from someone that loves me so much?’ She thought silently.“David loves me so much. I can’t do this to him.” Cordelia said, with tears almost rolling down her eyes.‘I always have to make such hard decisions, and I always end up sad. Oh, what a life.’ She thought.Cordelia decided that she was not willing to keep such a big secret away from David, and so she called him, wanting to come clean.So she picked up her phone and called David.“Hey Baby.” David answered.“David. Good afternoon.” Cordelia said in a low tone.“Are you good? What’s wrong with your voice?” David asked.“I’m fine David. Can we meet today? I’d be at the park behind our campus. There’s something I need us to talk about..”“Are you sure you
Coming from the fainting goat, Cordelia stormed her way through the glass doors downstairs. She was going to take the elevator to her apartment floor, before she was interrupted.“Good Afternoon Miss Cordelia. A letter came in for you. It’s in front of your door..” One of the security men at her apartment said.“A letter? From who? Anyways, thank you very much. Good afternoon.” She responded.The security man had dropped the yellow envelope for Cordelia on the brown mat in front of her door.“Who could this be from?” Cordelia said to herself as she tried to open her apartment door.There was no address on the letter, only a little brown seal that held the envelopes flap tightly.Cordelia let out a deep sigh. The thought of what just happened at the bar was still poking at her mind. “How could she do such a thing to me? She knows I don’t like that man! She knows what he tried to do to me.”Cordelia was both sad and mad at the current state of things.She opened the curtains and droppe
Cordelia could barely even find sleep through the night.‘I can’t believe I survived the night’ Cordelia said to herself in a low tone as she turned to her right side, waking up.Aside from staying up to read for the exam that she had, Cordelia could only think about David.It was 7:50am, and Cordelia still laid in bed, with David running through her mind like a track athlete.As she reluctantly rose from her bed, Cordelia couldn't shake the memory of David's pained expression the last time they met, his conflicted eyes piercing through her soul.She knew she had hurt him deeply, but she couldn't ignore the overwhelming need that pushed her toward such desperate measures of survival.Over love, Cordelia’s choice was to survive.Cordelia got on the bus that was to drop her at school, her mind ravaged by so many emotions.Her heart was fluttering with anticipation and her mind was covered in so much doubt. ‘Will David be at the gate? We’re still friends at least.’ She thought to hersel
Jared arrived at the entrance of the bar, his frustration evident on his face as he addressed the bouncer."Excuse me, is McKayla inside?" he inquired, his tone revealing a sense of urgency. The bouncer, recognizing Jared, greeted him politely. "Welcome, sir," he responded, allowing him to enter unhindered. Sensing something amiss, another bouncer discreetly followed Jared into the bar. Storming through the crowded venue, Jared attracted curious glances, but no one dared to impede his progress or lay a hand on him. His determination was palpable in the air, his eyes bloodshot from a mixture of anger and distress. Without hesitation, Jared barged into McKayla's soundproof office, the door swinging open with force. The bouncer who had trailed him stood at the entrance, uncertain of what was about to unfold. McKayla, seated behind her desk, attempted to maintain an air of composure despite the flicker of fear dancing in her eyes. Deep down, she knew why Jared had come. It was a fear
Cordelia tried so hard to hold back her tears as she walked home back from school. The weight of her emotions pressed heavily on her shoulders, making each step feel more laborious than the last. "Get it together, girl," she whispered to herself, sniffling and trying to regain her composure. Her journey from school to home would take up to an hour on foot, but she welcomed the solitude and the opportunity it provided to clear her head. As Cordelia walked, memories of her family and friends flashed through her mind, offering a fleeting sense of comfort in the midst of her current situation. 'I'm so tired. If anyone had ever said I'd go through something like this, I'd have probably laughed it off. But look at me now, moving from frying pan to fire,' Cordelia thought to herself silently, her thoughts filled with weariness and disbelief. Lost in her thoughts, Cordelia suddenly noticed a car had stopped by her side, interrupting her train of thought. Her instincts kicked in, and she q
Cordelia sat on the edge of her bed, her heart pounding in her chest as the weight of uncertainty bore down on her the following morning.‘How was I able to fall asleep?’ She uttered silently.The unexpected visit from an unknown person yesterday, claiming to be her friend, had stirred up a storm of fear and apprehension within her.‘If it was McKayla, I’m sure that she would have come upstairs. Only McKayla and David know my house.’ She uttered silently.‘Could it be David?’ Cordelia said with a confused look on her face.“No, it can’t be. I doubt he even still has my address.” Cordelia said to herself in a low tone. Immediately, Cordelia picked up her phone and tried calling McKayla.Fortunately, her phone rang.“Hello McKayla.”“Cordelia, we don’t meet until 11:00 AM, this is just 10:00 AM.”“Oh no, no, I’m not calling about that. Were you here yesterday? Did you come to my house?” Cordelia asked, pacing back and forth in her bedroom.“No I didn’t. I was very busy yesterday. Why?