Ivy
After ten solid hours of mom driving she finally swerves into a neighborhood and into a driveway.
We would have gotten here sooner if not for the fact that she had to continually stop for me to puke due to my intense motion sickness, I'm just glad I made it here with my organs intact.
I get out of the car to take in some fresh air and check out the surroundings but the size of our new home takes me by surprise.
It's big, wait scratch that, it's huge.
“Mom, where'd you get the money to get this house?” I ask suspiciously.
“Oh from the money your father left off, I deserve it and more anyway” she says opening the door “well don't stand there come check it out”
“But the only money dad left was for my college fund” I reply heading to the front door.
She sighs “Oh honey we'll talk about that later”
“Mom”
“Oh stop your whining and come on in” she says, taking me by the hand as she leads me in.
I gasp at the interior. It's the definition of luxury. Luxury we can't afford.
My stomach churns in worry.
How did you get all that money?
You see after my parents’ separation, my dad left off a lot of money for my college funding, Or at least that's what my dad told me. He was the sole breadwinner of the house and my mom well she used to run an online fitness program which didn't last very long, so in essence we're both broke.
Even if I wanted to get a job she wouldn't let me. Said she'll die of embarrassment if people found out that we have to get a job to survive.
I look around the house in awe of the furniture and the decor, mom really went all out on this. Everything here must have definitely cost her an arm and a leg and probably even a few ribs.
“Mom…” I start “How did you get the money?” I ask, squinting my eyes at her.
She catches my gaze and I can feel her beginning to get uncomfortable which is exactly what I want her to feel.
She groans, rolling her eyes.
“What! Fine I used some of your college funds”
“Mom!” I yell utterly horrified.
“It was for a good cause, we have a big house now”
“How can you do this to me, how am I supposed to afford college?”
“Well you can always change schools to a less expensive one”
“No, I'm going to Harvard and that's final!”
“Well unfortunately for you young lady I already made that decision, you're going to Oakville university, it's closer to the house anyway”
My ears ring at the sentence she just made
“What!? You can't do that, that's my decision to make” I reply pointing at my chest at the last sentence for emphasis
“Well I already did, the school's starting tomorrow and you don't have much of a choice” she says as she walks over to the boxes that the truck driver drops on the floor.
She starts to talk to him about where to drop the boxes, totally ignoring my existence.
Tears well in my eyes from frustration and anger.
Why would she do this to me? She knows how hard I've studied to get into Harvard and now she's taking my dream away from me just like that.
“I hate you!” I scream and she snaps her head in my direction which ends their conversation.
“What did you just say?!”
“I hate you” I repeat, spelling out the words with every syllable “This is exactly why dad left you and you deserve it!”
The most painful sting lands across my face as my neck shifts direction to the other side. I hold my cheek on impulse.
“It's not my fault that I have to be the one to look out for the both of us now while you're in your room sulking all day” she yells “The next time this comes out of your mouth I'm kicking you out of my house”
“That you bought with my money!” I retort.
We both hear the truck driver clearing his throat and mom's attention diverts to him.
He's holding a document mom needs to sign as his eyes dart between mom and I nervously.
She leaves my side and signs the document before kicking him out.
I storm off into my room not wanting to look her in the eyes. I just wish this is all a bad dream.
“Yeah, storm off to the room that I paid for!”
When I get upstairs I storm into one of the rooms mentally claiming this one as mine and I dive into the soft bed that takes in my weight like a hug.
I let out all the tears wishing my dad was here, and most of all wishing that everything would go back to normal.
The sound of what should be our front door closing wakes me up from the slumber I was in.
The stars are all out already, I can see them from where I lay. I probably must have been sleeping for a long while.
I go over to my room window and watch mom catwalk into an expensive looking car. I hear her and the man inside giggle like teenagers and he drives off.
I sigh, shaking my head, she was at it again. Going on dates with random men.
Ever since dad left she's been frantically looking for a replacement.
That's probably the reason why she wanted us to move. I hear the population of rich men is pretty high in these parts.
I go downstairs to make myself something to eat.
Reaching downstairs to the kitchen I find a decent amount of ingredients to make mom and I dinner. I know she'll be back hungry, she always does.
I munch down on my dinner, savoring the taste.
I look around the dining room trying to while away the time and as much as I hate to say it this place is really nice.
Just then the front door bursts open and mom walks in, heels in hand that matches her red mini dress.
She flings her purse which lands on one of the couches and slumps on the dinning table inches away from me groaning.
I lick the last mash potatoes off my spoon.
“So how did your date go?”
“Don't even ask” she says “ he was broke and wanted me to pay for both our meals. He was worse than broke, he was poor!”
I roll my eyes.
“Maybe you should help me out with this dating thing, I think I'm getting out of shape”
“No,” I reply packing up.
“We need someone who can take care of us”
“No, you need to stop trying to replace dad and get your act straight”
I walk back into my room and close my door. I still haven't forgiven her.
It's hard to think she's my mom when she keeps acting like I don't matter.
My mind wanders back to the time she left me in the forest some years ago when I was just fifteen. I'm twenty now.
Everything that happened during the span of me being lost felt like a dream. Nothing felt real and parts of my memory seem to have deteriorated. But one thing I remember is being saved by the man who always appears in my dreams.
A few kind men found me unconscious and brought me out.
The doctors said everything I saw in the forest was me hallucinating but I know that if it wasn't for the man who saved me I'd probably be dead.
For some reason the thought of starting school tomorrow in Oakville university doesn't seem so bad, I won't be cooped up in the same house with Mom all day, I might just go crazy.
Who knows maybe I might make some friends, I didn't really have many back at home anyway.
Well I guess this is my life now.
It better be worth it.
IvyI splash cold running water on my face mentally preparing myself for today's version of what I call a nightmare. My stay here has been more than shitty and there's nothing I can do about it.Exhaling deeply, I pick up my bag off the bathroom floor and come out of the stalls already reciting my day's activities in my head.They are quite simple.Don't get noticed,stay low, avoid Aria and Freya.“Well, well , well, look who decided to come out of her hiding spot” comes a familiar voice that rings in my ear. I shoot my head up in shock as I gasp.Aria stares at her reflection at the bathroom mirror applying lipstick.No, no, no, not today!There she was Aria Vlad, the most popular girl in the university, my rival and bully.You'd think bullying stops at highschool but unfortunately it doesn't.I hold on to the strap of my book bag till my knuckles turn white. I try to keep a brave face but I can tell by Aria's expression that I'm doing a terrible job.“What do you want Aria?”She lau
IvyProfessor Caden continues to address the class as he responds to meaningless questions majorly asked by the girls who obviously just wanted to get his attention.His expression is nothing less than bored as he continues to answer them patiently. This has gone on for about thirty minutes into our learning hours. But I don't mind, I can stare at his gorgeous face all day.“Um Mr Caden sir” comes a whiny voice from the far left side of our class. A voice I know too well.We all turn to Aria who raises her hand in an attempt to get his attention as she twirls her hair with her manicured finger.Low mumbles fill the room in annoyance. We are all tired of her pointless questions but no one is seemingly bold enough to confront her.“One more question Mr Caden” she continues.Professor Caden's eyes land on her as his sparkly blue eyes glint with a hint of irritation which makes me chuckle.He is just as sick of her as we are.“Alana isn't it?” He asks, looking towards her lazily.She smil
IvyI tiptoe down the stairs making sure mom doesn't hear me leave my room.I intentionally woke up way earlier so I can leave the house without her seeing me. I don't want to have another conversation with her.I'm half way through the door when the lights turn on and I freeze.“You're up early, leaving so soon without me?” she asks.My shoulders fall as I turn around towards the direction of her voice but her appearance throws me off.I stand in horror looking at the clothes she has on.“Mom, what are you wearing?” I ask, pinching my nose in order to prevent myself from having a seizure.Who is she going to see dressed like this?The green V neck halter top she has on showed a concerning amount of her breasts and the fact that she's wearing my old mini skirt from highschool really isn't helping.“Is that anyway to greet your mother?”“Mom, why are you dressed like this?” I ask, fully tired.“To drop you off at school silly, I can't let my sweet daughter walk all the way there” She s
IvyI lay in bed allowing my mind to replay the thought of professor Caden saving me. With each thought my heart skips a beat and I hug my pillow.“He saved me” I smile “He touched my hand too”Just like the way he saved me in that forest. Maybe he's my guardian angel or maybe my knight in shining armor.I squeal into my pillow.I should thank him.I bite my lips once I realize he'll probably be really busy.The only place to fully have his attention is his office.My face heats up at the thought of being in an enclosed room with him.I shake my head in an attempt to eradicate the nasty thoughts that start to creep into my head.But I can't help myself.My mind drifts off to his eyes, his lips, his firm strong hands that I'm suddenly beginning to crave for. To touch me again and wrap around my body.My knees go weak as a shiver goes down my core as more thoughts come rushing in.The wetness of my panties becomes palpable as I squeeze my legs together.A soft sigh escapes my lips and
Ivy I haven't heard from Aria since yesterday, Freya seems to be on her best behavior too. She seems so lost without Aria leading her around.I really don't care though, I'm just glad that they've finally decided to leave me alone.I head into the nearest cafe that's just a few blocks around the campus to get some coffee since that's all I can afford at the moment.I'm sure by now the owner of the place would have known me just by my shadow since I come here quite often.But I'd have to admit, they make really good coffee.The bell above the door jingles and the melody fills my ears pleasantly as I step into the small building.I order my usual and take a seat at the edge of the back. I plug in my headphones and put my songs on shuffle.A nagging feeling that I'm being watched begins to creep up on me and I turn towards the direction where the energy is coming from.I catch a girl removing her gaze from my direction just in time to know she was staring.I furrow my brows feeling disc
CadenI sit on the rear end of my car stretching my arms upwards while taking in the musky breeze from the trees that surrounds me.I inhale slowly, letting the familiar scent fill my nostrils while I listen to every chirp and every branch rustling against each other.I exhale slowly, putting down my hands while I open my eyes.Today is a work free day for me.That means no students, and no irritational humans, just me by myself. And what better way to spend your time alone than in the woods?I stumbled upon this place a few years ago and ever since then I couldn't stop coming here.I've always felt a powerful pull here like something is waiting for me.I also come here to be alone and think, it's my own haven away from the background noise that comes along with being domesticated or as my father would say ‘a sophisticated breed'.I take off my shoes so I can feel nature more deeply. This is the fastest way for me to connect.As soon as my feet hit the ground my heart skips a beat and
CadenMy gaze shifts back to my father who in turn gives me a sheepish smile.“Father?”Mrs Carter clamps her hand together and smiles at me widely.“What's all the silence for, we should be happy”she giggles.I squint my eyes at her trying to see what she's getting at.She hugs him tightly.“Your father and I are in love and we're getting married”Von and I gasp at the same time and Ivy almost jumps out of her seat.Seems like she wasn't aware of this either.I take a step back not knowing what to say.What am I supposed to say?“Damn this is awkward,” Von says.“What?” She asks before kissing my father on the cheek and my heart beat stops for a second “Aren't you guys happy for us?”The room goes dead silent and none of us speak for what seems like an eternity.“Ivy doesn't look too good” Von finally says and I scan her demeanor. He's right, she looks like she might get a heart attack.She shouldn't be here, all this is too much for her.Why would they do this? They know damn well t
Ivy Mom's car pulls over at our house just as Caden gets into his own car.She greets him with a big smile and waves which I find both suspicious and almost embarrassing.“Honey I have a big surprise for you, get in the car” she says as soon as he drives off.“Mom can this wait? I just want to lay down for a bit”“Nonsense, we need to go now” she replies then pauses to look me up and down “Are you cold? You're shivering”I open my mouth to speak but before I can say a word she drags me into the car and before I know it I'm sluggishly buckling on my seatbelt dreading every moment.“Here, take a sweater” she says, throwing me a white cashmere sweater she brings out from the back seat.I examine it, feeling the texture.It's the real thing and it's new too.Mom didn't own anything like this, at least non that I know of.I look at the back and find multiple shopping bags and boxes and I'm immediately taken back by the sight.“How?” I mutter“You'll see” she smiles at the rearview mirror