Art by @SarahAliceRabbit
My life became a living hell after my dad lost his job. I couldn't even afford the college of my dreams, even though I didn't get in. I couldn't subscribe to netflix anymore. I wondered what Simon Basset was up to while I was away, hoping he didn't cheat on me.
At least we already settled half of our mortgage, so it wasn't that bad. I always thought that to console myself. Unlike everyone in the house who adapted to the changes that took place, I found it hard to adapt, always feeling like it shouldn't have happened, my dad shouldn't have lost his job.
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"Hannah... Hannah, are you up already?"
My mum called out as she knocked on my door
It was morning, so I struggled to get out of bed as always. I sluggishly walked towards the door and as I opened the door, I saw my mum standing there, looking excited while holding a piece of paper
"Good morning mum"
I greeted her, as I looked closely at the piece of paper she was holding. wondering what it was
"This came in for you, it's from seattle central college"
My mum said as she handed me the paper
"Thanks"
Looking uninterested, I grabbed the papers and went back into my room
I kept the papers on a shelf without opening it, and went back to bed
"Sweetie, make sure you check that out once you get out of bed. Okay?"
My mum said as she closed the door
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It was 10am already. I opened my eyes as the sun shined on my face.
I got out of bed and headed downstairs to the living room to grab something to eat. My dad was at the dining table, eating hurriedly, all dressed up like he had an appointment with the prime minister.
"Dad, why are you all dressed up?"
I asked as i checked him out
"Feeling the outfit yeah? Tom Ford Style. Ain't that right?"
My dad said
"Looks nice. You always clean up nice"
With a smiling face, I replied
"I have an interview today at Hemsworth Industry. If I get the job, it's a huge deal for us infact. And it comes with a grant for tuition when you go to Havard University"
My dad said as he looked up at me with a smirk
"The Hemsworth Industry?"
With a bug smile I asked
Things were finally taking a good turn and finally I could smile and mean it for the first time in a long time
"But it won't if you just stood there. Help me grab my suitcase"
"Oh.. l'll get"
I smiled as I rushed to grab his suitcase
My dad stepped out and while I drowned my sweet crispies in milk, I remembered the paper that my mum gave to me early that day. So I left my food and went upstairs to check it out
I opened up the paper and it was an admission letter to Seattle Community College, with all expenses fully paid
"What!?"
I exclaimed
I hurriedly walked to my parent's bedroom to show my mum who was asleep, what was on the paper
"Mum, Mum!"
I whispered as I tapped her on the back
She turned and her eyes slightly opened, she said
"Sweetie, what's wrong?"
"Seattle College Just gave me an admission, all expenses paid. Did you and dad do this?"
"Your dad mostly"
She said as she rested her back on the bed
And for a minute, I felt butterflies in my stomach. I mean good butterflies, the kind that meant that I was truly happy. Although I didn't get into Havard college, however seeing my parents come through for me even in hard times like this gave me satisfaction
"I love you mum"
I said as I hugged her
"I love you too baby"
"Now if you love me and don't want me to lose my life, go and brush your teeth before you kill your mum with your morning breath"
My mum said jokingly
I laughed as I stepped out of the room.
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After I was done cleaning up, I headed out to kelly's. Kelly and I were finally going to be in the same college and it was an amazing thing.
Although harvard was still at the back of my mind but the news about harvard university from my dad kept me going. As I walked down the road, I remember what my mum always told me
The best thing to hold on to in life is each other
"My Baby!"
I called out from kelly's window with a deep voice, pretending to be her boyfriend
Kelly moved to the window and with a raised eyebrow she said
"Who calls their partner baby in 2021?"
"Your Mum and Dad definitely"
Kelly laughed as she opened the window for me
"Guess who is riding on the Seattle college school bus with kelly dunes, the hottest girl on campus"
"Don't play with me"
Kelly replied as she held my hand with excitement
"Do I look like Blue Smith, your internet Crush who plays you for other hot models?"
Kelly replied as she gave me a slight hit on my back
"Blue Smith isn't into other girls, that guy is as loyal as your boyfriend is to your ass. At least when you get one"
As we both laughed out loud, Miss Dunes walked in on us
"Hannah, when did you get in?"
"I didn't see you when I walked in, not quite long"
I stuttered
"Ma, Hannah just got her invite to Seattle Community College"
Kelly jumped in as she tried to distract her mum from asking further questions
"That's great news hannah, finally taking those bold steps"
I nodded in silence, and while Miss dunes congratulated me and walked out, I whispered
"Your Mum really got me fucked up"
"Haha.. stutter queen"
Kelly laughed
"why didn't you tell say.. oh Miss dunes, I sneaked through your window like the bad college girl I am to see my baby, cause I've missed her so much and I'm out of milk and I need more milk"
Kelly said mockingly as she placed two tissues on her breasts
"Or I would say, Hey Miss dunes kelly made out her boyfriend last Saturday at the movies"
I replied with a smirk
"Or maybe I would just say. Oh Miss dunes kelly likes men with six pack and posts on social media and also restricts you from seeing her babies"
"That's what you get for being Hannah Welsh's best friend"
Kelly replied as she gave me a slight hit on my shoulder
She handed me a bar of chocolate while she updated me on Bridgerton and advertised other new series which I won't be seeing in the next two or three months due to you know what...
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It was already 5pm, and I didn't realize until my mum called me to get her antibiotics on my way back. The financial problem really had mum stressed out.
I said my goodbyes to kelly dunes and her mum. Rushing down to the pharmacy, I took shortcuts so I could make it in time.
On getting home, I saw my dad in the sitting room with my mum
"Hannah, that was quick", my dad said as he also asked about Miss Dunes and Kelly
"Thanks Hannah, dinner is on the table"
My mum said as I finished speaking to dad
"Dad, how was the interview?"
"Went well, Met Mr Hemsworth himself, he said he would review my CV and get back to me on Monday, hopefully"
My dad said with a slight sigh
"Sounds like good news to me"
I replied with a positive smile as I walked to grab dinner
Now I know you must be wondering who Mr Hemsworth is, and What Made the great Hannah Welsh helpless. Well I myself didn't expect that this would happen to me
The weekend went by and it was Monday already, I prepared for my meeting with the board at the Seattle Community College while my dad prepared to give me a ride. We quickly ate breakfast and stepped out
We got to Seattle Community College, and it was exactly how I imagined it, a community college, however it was filled with so much activities I started doubting my choice with Serious intellectual Harvard College, where I always had to be serious just to look good as a student
We got to the principal's office and with much shock we met Mr Hemsworth In the waiting room. Cole Hemsworth had just been transferred to Seattle Community College, after his law breaking attitude spiralled up in Switzerland.
His Aunt seeing just how bad his chances of getting community service was, sent him to the United States, where his parents were based
Cole Hemsworth wasn't as close to his parents as other kids from birth due to the fact that his father was a busy business man and his mother didn't have time to multi task with children issues, being the manager of a big restaurant.
Mr Hemsworth, thought sending Cole to a central college was the best way to set Cole straight.
"Mr Hemsworth"
My dad said as he reached for a handshake
"Mr Welsh, what brings you here"
Mr Hemsworth replied as he got up to give my dad a handshake
Cole Hemsworth and I made eye contact, as he immediately looked away with disinterest
"My daughter Hannah got an invite into Seattle"
"What a good looking young lady. Nice to meet you Hannah"
Mr Hemsworth said with a smiling face
"Thank you sir", I replied as I feigned innocence trying to be cute
"Mr Welsh, meet my son Cole"
Cole got up looking disinterested in the conversation and with a straight face he said
"Good meeting you sir"
He sat down and diverted his attention disregarding my dad's reply
"So Hannah, You look like a lady with more intentions than Seattle if I read correctly"
Mr Hemsworth said as he looked at me
"Seattle was more of a second choice when my chances with Havard became thin"
I replied with a fake smile
We made small talks about Havard and after that, Mr Hemsworth pulled my dad to another room for business related topics. And while they were at it, the principal walked in and we were attended to.
We were done at the principal's office and as we said our goodbyes, my dad with a big grin said
"Hannah, I got the job"
"What Job? What are you talking about?"
I asked in an inquisitive manner
"Hemsworth Industry Just approved my appointment hannah"
"This month has been good to us after all"
I said as I hugged him with excitement
Now this is where it became fucked up. My dad was appointed on the grounds that I watch Mr Hemsworth's Son, Cole in college and make sure he does well with his grades and doesn't cause anymore trouble. Fucked up right? I mean the way he looked at me, it doesn't look like I would even be able to speak to him.
I guess rich people don't do free things these days, it comes with 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Let's see how that goes. Shall we?
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