Rissa
The dining table got so quiet and lonely that I could hear myself chewing down the pancakes.
I thought I had gotten used to the loneliness. Why does it seem to affect me so much this morning???
Oh! Now I get it. Mom and dad promised to join me for breakfast since it's the first day for the semester.
I should have known it was a promise that they weren't willing to keep.
I don't blame them either. They're the busiest human beings I've ever come in contact with since 16 good years of my life.
They get so busy that they couldn't even give me a sibling. Not one, not two, none at all!!!
At least, I have my two best friends - Zoe and Alex to comfort me in that sad reality.
Oh! And my dog as well.
Her name is Pineapple and she keeps me company whenever I get bored of my phone and laptop.
And during this summer vacation, we've gotten very close that she follows me everywhere.
Suddenly, storming footsteps emerged from the fleet of stairs and mom's voice arguing followed.
*He's your best friend's son for God's sake. Caleb has always been by your side till the day he died!*
I was a bit surprised to hear mom yelling. She's really sweet and rather smiles in silence than to argue.
But for the fact that she's sounding so defensive, it must be something important and she's definitely gonna persuade dad.
I got up from the seat and reached for my bag on the other seat.
Next, dad came down holding his briefcase while mom scuttled after him.
They were already dressed up for work in a blue matching suit.
I'd say adorable but I'm sure they're just wearing it to impress people.
"Good morning mom" I greeted as we half hugged.
"Morning dad" I muttered waving three fingers at him.
He smiled and settled down at the dinning table.
He picked up a short bell and shakes it. Immediately, one of the maids came rushing in.
"I'm sorry we didn't come down earlier to have breakfast" Mom said with her hand still on my shoulder.
I released a wry smile.
"It's alright. Maybe another time" I shrugged hopefully.
"Okay sweetheart and we can also go to the salon and have a mother and daughter time this weekend" She beamed.
"Yes, mom. That would be awesome" I chimed in.
"Alright ma'am. I'm going to school now" I said and she bids me off.
I got outside our huge house where the SUV that takes me to school every morning was waiting.
I was about to approach the car when something held me back, or should I say someone.
I turned to see my dog - pineapple clutching tightly onto my legs.
Aww, I knelt on the floor and rubbed it's fur.
"I'm gonna be back later, okay?" I cooed touching him all over.
My personal maid had arrived and she took the dog from me.
"Make sure you feed it and give it a long warm bath, alright?".
"I'll do just that, ma'am" She stated.
I smiled and entered the SUV. Pineapple kept barking as the car drives off. We were followed by another car filled escorts.
Dad's a politician so you could say we are pretty wealthy.
It's a short ride to school and the moment I see the tall sophisticating fences of the school, I quickly put a sunshade glasses on.
(Juvenile detention center)
Mykel
I sat on the bare floor staring at the floor. I could hardly see it because of the darkness that engulfed me but I had already stitched the images to my mind.
I've been here in a juvenile detention center for three years and just yesterday, some lawyer told me I'll be released soon.
I scoffed. I thought I would stay here till I turned 18. I still have a year to go...
I wish I can close my eyes and open them back at the house in Korea. With my parents and best friend.
Things would have been better if my dad didn't die.
The cell door creaked and soon noises of keys dangling filled my ears.
I looked up blankly to see the jailer and 'that' lawyer standing behind the door.
"Get up Asian!" The jailer yelled opening the door. I stayed put with my eyes piercing into his. He knew very well that I wouldn't flinch.
He sighed and moved into the cell.
"Get up. It's time for you to go" He stated with his arms folded.
My eyes drifted to the lawyer who wore a big smile.
I stood up and followed them out of the cell. As we walked along the hallway, all eyes from the other juvenile inmates steeped on us.
The same question was written on their faces.
I could tell.
We got to the office where my things were first taken from me.
A fresh set of clean clothes and shoes were handed to me.
"Congratulations Mykel, you're free to go" The chief inspector said wearing a smile.
I stared at them for some seconds including the lawyer.
Then, I was able to find my voice again;
"Who had me released?" I asked calmly.
"Your late father's best friend. He's a politician - one of the wealthiest in America" He replied and I nodded perfunctorily.
"Once you're done dressing up, you'll be taking to his mansion where he lives with his family" The lawyer added and I couldn't help but cringe.
Why would he release me after three f***king years? After he left my father to die? What's his deal anyway?!
I'll just keep the anger aside.
First, I need to leave this place.
*
RissaThe attention I received from the other students was one I couldn't prevent.I would have been such a lonely scholar if not for Zoe and Alex. They got closer and met the real me.The fun and crazy me.Our friendship became official last year and since then, we've become inseparable.We even celebrated our sweet sixteen party together.And so, my two besties were hanging around the parking lot right next to where the driver had parked.I quickly jumped out of the car and we engaged in a tight and cozy hug."You smell so good, Rissa!" Zoe beamed as her cheeks grew red hot.She wore an outrageous makeup on her face and it definitely wasn't the typical look Zoe used to have."Why's that on your face?" I asked as we skim across the parking lot to the school building."My sister's back from Canada and s
Rissa's p.o.vI entered the library holding my phone and laptop. I decided to watch some gymnastic videos after having 'the talk' with mom.I'm trying not to get worried about the room being cleaned. Maybe there's something she wants to store in there.Anxiety was eating me alive!.She sat by the other side of the desk where dad normally sits.She was in the middle of a phone call but quickly concluded with it on spotting me.I dropped on the leather seat and dropped the things I was holding."So, mom....what's going on?" I asked curiously.She leaned down and brought out something from the desk before passing It to me across the table.It's a photograph."Do you remember him?" She asked drumming one hand on the other.I gazed into the picture. It's a baby picture of me next to some boy!His hair is d**n curly and thick black
Rissa's povI kept staring as the car doors opened and some men stepped out. God! They're so huge. How's one of them under eighteen???I was yet to conclude when someone else came out of the car and he seemed to be the last.I was amazed by his black curly hair. It was really shiny like he shampooed it two four seven!I folded my arms. So, which of them is the prisoner or should I say, ex convict??I returned back to the chair when they started proceeding towards the house. I hurried up with the meal and the maid cleared the table."Where's my dad?" I asked her after she was done."He left for Massachusetts immediately he arrived this morning" She replied putting the plates on an empty stroller.My lips curved into a frown as she walked away. Dad traveled again and I didn't even get to spend time with him like I wanted.When will he ever be there for me,
Rissa's pov:I folded my hands and stared as he carried pineapple in his hands. I just couldn't hide the feeling that I was greatly disappointed.I think getting rid of this guy would be a tough mission.He began walking towards me and I noticed his steps was like that of some rich dude. It vaguely reminded me of Lucas, the president's son."I think this is yours" He said calmly and I scoffed. This outrageous!I looked away and luckily, my personal maid was passing by carrying a basket."Vivian!" I yelled irascibly and she raced to us."Yes dear" She replied cheerful as always."Take pineapple and give her a thorough bath. I want her scrubbed and washed with the best soap you can find! Then, dry her up immediately and give her a second bath! Do you understand?!" I rasped irritated.Her face dropped.I'm sure she knows I'm angry and def
Rissa's pov:The photo was just enough to leave a grimace on my face. How long has mom been keeping disgusting photos of Mykel and I hugging??"Isn't it cute?" She asked grinning from ear to ear."I think we should burn it" I chimed and mom shot me a scalding look."I've been keeping these photos for more than 13 years now, not even you - Rissa will destroy them. Now sit down" She ordered and I slumped on the seat.Mykel had no choice but to sit beside me since there was just three seats at the table strictly for mom, dad and I.Our dinner was served and just as I was about to dig in, mom's voice emerged."So, like I said earlier, you both will be introducing yourselves properly. And I would gladly watch you two do it. We'll start from you, Rissa. Tell us your hobbies and favorite things so Mykel would get to know. And it'll be helpful for me too because I don't know those things".
Rissa's pov:The school was heavily guarded with top security officers and marshalls. This was because the only kids that attended the school belonged to a wealthy and influential families.The principal wouldn't want to risk a student being kidnapped or attacked under her watch. Before a car drives into the school, it must be searched thoroughly and every individual would be scanned of weapons of any kind.My car arrived at the school gate before Mykel's. I refused to ride to school with him so mom had another car prepared for him.I'm trying so hard to accept the fact that he would be staying with us for months despite the fact that he is from jail.It's not a good thing, it never is.Probably, He's pretending to be quiet and self reserved but inside, He's a fire breeding dragon... Mykel's pov:We finally passed through the check point and
Rissa's pov:Mykel looked shy and nervous. The entire students around fixed their eyes on him like he was some alien or something.Alex and Zoe weren't an exception.Jesus Christ!! This is getting too much.If only they knew he has been in a juvenile detention center for years. They wouldn't even let him get into this school. Mykel's pov:I summoned courage and turned away from the multiple eyes that had me roped.I needed to keep me moving. Otherwise, I'd go crazy.I bumped into a boy on my way in who had glasses on. He's hair was curly and thick and you'd almost think he's an Indian.My eyes dropped to his books that has crashed on the floor. We both stooped to pick it up at the same time.At least he's not staring at me like I had two heads."Sorry, I wasn't looking" He said, his hands shaking
Mykel's pov:I was so glad that I wasn't classmates with Rissa. My classroom was right next to hers just like our bedrooms.My new classroom is quiet and we barely up to ten. Just the way I wanted it.I took a seat at the back row before setting out the contents in my schoolbag.Rissa's mom also mentioned getting a new cellphone just for me. As much as I would like being under her care, I would also want to return back to Korea.I can't stay here forever neither do I need to adjust to this life.Its not going to end and from the way I see it, Rissa's going to get me into trouble with her awkward hatred for me.I felt a tap on the shoulder and I looked to see who it was. Oh! Austin.What's he doing here??"Seems like we are both in makeup class" He chimed into my thoughts."Makeup class??" I asked curiously."Yeah...this class is made es