Girl Next Door (Editing)

By Khanbikeh

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Elidamus hadn't been affected by a girl in a very long time and hadn't expected to till she walked into his l... More

Important Notice
Cast
The news
crappy day
Unexpected gifts
Goodbyes are hard
Big dreams
leaving my life behind
Meeting her
The journal
A pleasant day
shopping
magical moments
first day
Lunch
Reasons
The ball
truths
Bad news
Sorry
Study date
hurt
Surprise.
gift chapter
An Entry
crushed
oopses
Denial
Others
it's time
Victory
Revelations
Celebrations
Other depths
Author's note
Enlightenment
Mixed thoughts
Kidnapped
Fears (I)
Fears (II)
Hard times
It ends now

Writing

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By Khanbikeh

   Robin's POV

I sat in the living room, my fingers itching to write but I couldn't. I wanted my first journal entry to be in my new room. I wished I'd made Uncle Ted show me my room.

"Hello, you must be Robin Andrea" I turned to face the owner of the voice. A very tall woman beamed back at me. She looked like she was in her mid-thirties and had warm brown eyes.

"Yes and you are?"

"I'm Flora Stewart. I'm your uncle's housekeeper." She pulled me into a deep hug. "You can't believe how happy your uncle is now that you're here"

"Er thanks?"

"Come, let me show you to your room. Your uncle had it customized personally for you. I hope you like it" I followed her up the stairs, mesmerized by everything I saw. The house was exquisite, there was no doubt about it. Flora moved further from me and stood by a door with pinkish hue.

"Ready to see it?" I nodded, anticipation building up in me. She made me close my eyes and pushed me through the room. "Open them" Her voice was a very soft whisper but I didnt focus on it for long. My eyes shot opened and I gasped. The walls were covered in white wall paper with pink hearts and roses everywhere. The bed was huge and looked fluffy. I'm a purple and cyan sort of person but this room took my breath away.

"It's beautiful, Ms Stewart." She chucked softly

"Ms Stewart is my mother. Call me Flora okay?"

"Okay" I could tell even she was amazed by the room. I couldn't believe I would be having it all to myself! Flora left me alone claiming she had to make dinner. I placed my journal on the bed and found my bag on my desk. I took out my phone and dialled my dad.

"Blue Robin"

"Hi, dad. I got here safely. I'm sorry i didn't call earlier. My uncle made me go out with some people"

"It's alright, Blue Robin. Your little brother wants to talk to you"

"Alright, dad"

"Hi, Robin. Having fun?"

"Not yet Kieran but I'll let you know as soon as that happens"

"Thank you for the money. Dad said he'll put it in the bank for me"

I choked back the tears that were threatening to fall. "You're welcome Kieran. Hand the phone back to dad."

"I love you Robin"

"I love you too Kieran" I was missing him already. I hoped I'd survive.

"Blue Robin, I have to leave for work in a bit. Can we talk later?"

"Sure, dad. I have to even unpack. I love you"

"I love you too Robin" I placed  the phone on the desk and walked to the bed. I took a gel pen and opened the journal. It was time to be writing.

1 September
Heya
Erm, so I'm your new owner. You were a gift from my new neighbour, Eli. I guess he saw how much I adored you and got you for me.
Anyway I think I'm gonna call you Dani.
So Dani, a couple of days ago my mum told me I was leaving to come stay with an uncle I'd never met before (or even known he existed). I was scared. My little brother needs me. He's the only reason I push myself a lot. I was mostly thinking along the lines of "could I really leave him?" Seeing as I'm in San Francisco, I guess I could. I miss him already and its been just a few hours. I miss my momma and daddy.
Okay now, I sound like a whining baby. Not cool.

                          Uncle Ted
He's so thoughtful and sweet. He bought me a first class ticket so I'd be comfortable and he did get me a good school. His eyes remind me of Kieran. They have that same grey shade. He got me a room he knew I'd absolutely love! I'm gonna study very hard and make him proud of me.

                            Flora
She's the housekeeper and she seems happy that I'm here. I'm sorta glad though. She showed me my room and we both gushed over it as little kids. Maybe, I'll have a sleepover and invite just her. I like her.

                       Julian
Julian makes me comfortable and I know he tries hard to make me feel welcome even though we've known each other for barely a few hours. I can tell he's a world class flirt. It's weird having a boy flirt with me when back in River Hill, they wouldn't even look at me. One thing's for sure, I appreciate such a good looking boy being my pal. (What? :-) )

There was a knock on my door and I placed the journal on my bed and went to open it. It was Stanley.

"Flora has dinner ready and your uncle is waiting downstairs."

"Thanks Stan. I'll join him in a few minutes" He nodded and left.  I took out the journal.

My uncle is in. I guess this entry would be alright for starters. Later, Dani.
RoAn.

Dinner was Cobb salad, pot roast and lime pie and it tasted heavenly. Not like my momma's cooking but very close. Flora was a good cook. I figured I'd compliment her after I was done eating.

"Robin, can you drive?"

"No Uncle. I never learnt how to" he nodded and I couldn't help but blush.

"Till you learn how to drive, Stanley would drive you to school or anywhere you want. You could always let Eli drive you home"

"Alright Uncle. Thanks"

"Not so fast" Stan placed a wrapped box on the table. I looked at my uncle for confirmation. "Go ahead. We hope you like it" I unwrapped the present as quickly as I could. It was the latest iPhone. I took it out of its box and held it gently. I placed it on the table and went over to hug my uncle.

"Thank you, Uncle Ted. I love it" It was true. I did love the rosy colour.

"I've sent a similar one to your little brother on your name so your mother would let him keep it" I was numb. All he was doing for me was sweet. "I want to give you the life you deserved for long but couldn't get because of my dad's decision."
Stanley walked over and handed me a card. On it were the words, "Dubai First Royale" I could see that it was a credit card, black but trimmed in gold with a real diamond set in its center.

"It has no preset spending amount but I'd like it if you bought what you truly needed."

"Alright. Can I go to bed? I think I didn't sleep enough on the plane"

"Sure. Goodnight, Robin"

"Night, uncle."

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