Daughter [17]

Sara

Trigger Warning: Abuse

"You good for nothing, brat care to tell me why the school called and told me you were suspended!" He shouted.

I was frozen in my place. I knew he would be made but not that mad. His eyes are shot red. And he looks anything but sober.

He was drunk and high. That was a deadly combination.

"I-I,''  I stuttered. I can't form a word. He came close to me, yanked my hair, and dragged me toward the basement. This can't end well. Whenever we go down there, it is not good!

"Dad no please it wasn't my fault, I swear," I cried. I can't get in there!

"You better walk, Sara, or I'll swear you won't like it!" He shouted. I can smell the alcohol in his breath, and it made me wanna throw up.

I was dragged down the stairs and pushed into the cold floor of the basement. Blood was dripping from my arms due to the broken glass pieces on the stairs.

I bet he left them there on purpose.

He got closer to me and pulled me to a chair. I tried to break free, but all my tries failed. He tied me to the chair. And looked at me with a smirk proud of his work.

He went to the drawer and took out his signature knife. "Did you miss Jimmy Sara, I bet he missed you?" he said, chuckling. He even gave the knife a name what a psycho.

He came closer and stepped it into my thigh. I screamed in pain."Just like music to my ears," he chuckled. He just left the knife in my thigh and came closer, holding my face roughly.

He twisted the ring on his finger and slapped me. I felt a sting pain in my cheek. The ring must have cut through my skin. I was in so much pain that I couldn't even scream anymore.

He pulled the knife out, and I hissed in pain. Blood dripped from the stab wound to the bloody stained wooden floor. This room is like his torturing room. But it was my fault I could've just apologized, and all of that wouldn't happen. But of course, I had to act all b*tchy.

He opened the drawer and pulled out a piece of cloth and alcohol. He took the bottle of the alcohol and poured it into my wound.

I screamed in pain. He wrapped it with the cloth. "I don't want you to bleed to death that easily, daughter, I still have some things I didn't try on you." he snickered the word daughterlike he was teasing me. And with that, he left.

I tried breaking myself free, but the pain was unbearable. My eyelids started to become heavy, and my body was numb.

Maybe I need some sleep.

That was my last thought before darkness consumed me.

Asher

"Ugh, when is that girl coming?" Alex complained for the hundredth time now, but he was right. Where is she?

We were at Alex's house waiting for Miss Hopes to come. It is currently 7:24 pm, and we agreed to meet up at 6 pm sharp. But she is not here, and none of us have her number. How can someone be this annoying?

"She is probably not coming," Chris said. He looked uninterested in the whole conversation.

"Well, sorry, Mr Chris, but that is not her call to make! How can she be this careless it is 20% of our whole grade!" I shouted, annoyed.

"Then call her or something."He suggested.

"Wow, why haven't I thought of that? I don't have her phone dummy!" I snickered.

"Okay man relax we still have three days to continue it. We can start tomorrow, " he said. "Fine" was all I said. I was annoyed. Very annoyed.

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We didn't do much yesterday because that weirdo decided not to arrive and do the freaking project. We just played PlayStation until the sun was down. We actually slept there.

We were at the back of the school chatting and whatever. "Did she really leave you guys hanging?" Adam asked.

"Yes, can you believe it!" Alex answered.

"Something must have happened she looks like a control freak she wouldn't want you guys to do the project alone," Adam remarked.

Well, he may be right, but still, it is annoying.

"Guess we will have to wait to see her and ask," Chris spoke.

Why does he have to be so logical?  Okay, we know that you are a smart ass stop rubbing it in our faces.

As we were talking about the most random shit someone interrupted us.

"Umm, can I have a word with you guys?" The voice asked, and we all turned our heads in the direction of the voice.

"Finally, why didn't you come yesterday? we were waiting for you!" Alex barked.

She flinched slightly but quickly recovered. What is with her and the flinching? It is like a reflex.

"I couldn't come. I'm sorry," she spoke.

"Care to elaborate more we waited for two damn hours!" I demanded. She flinched at my harsh voice. (Again).

"I was grounded," she whispered and started rubbing the back of her neck.

I didn't notice it before, but she was wearing an oversized hoodie with the hood up and baggy trousers. Is she nuts? It is like 40 degrees out here. Who wears a sweatshirt in this weather?

Suddenly, Alex and Adam burst out laughing like maniacs. "He grounded you!" Alex said between laughs. "What are you? 5!" he continued amused.

I couldn't help but smirk, too. Who still gets grounded?

"Ha ha ha ha ha ha, very funny," she said dryly. Her voice was kind of raspy. Why does she always look that tired?

" I just came here to apologise it was a very annoying move, and I'm sorry I didn't inform any of you guys, but in my defence, I don't have any of your numbers," she apologised.

"See, it is not that hard to apologise. You could have done it at the gym and saved us the hustle," Alex remarked with a smug look on his face.

A smirk played on my face as I recalled the memory. Well, you were crying, but there was no need for her to know that.

"Don't get too excited, Alex. I apologise when I'm in the wrong, don't you even think for a split second that I had another intention. Get this through your thick skull." She spat and started walking away. Well, limping, but that's not the case.

Wait, why is she limping?

Before she could get too far, Alex caught up to her and yanked her hand, turning her around. She shrieks in pain, and her eyes watered.

Liar. He barely even touched her. Why is she acting like he punched her or something?

"You don't talk to me in that tone again," he warned her.

"And you don't have the right to touch me, Alex Salem Carter!" She shouted a couple of tears, escaping her eyes.

"Girl, cut the drama he barely touched you, and you are balling your eyes out. Just go, okay? We don't have time for another one of your breaking downs. Yesterday was quite enough, " Adam said.

"Funny and entertaining, but once is enough," he continued. Damn, he knows where to hit.

Well, it was a bit harsh. I'll admit that, but that's what she gets for lying.

"Dude, don't go there," Chris warned.

She brushed her tears away aggressively with the sleeve of her sweatshirt. "I'm so not in the mood to fight with you, Adam," she said, glaring at him and then looking at Chris and asking,

"Where are we going to meet to start the project?" She asked. "Same plan as yesterday, Alex House 6 o'clock. And don't be late we don't have much time left." He answered. "Okay," was all she said before going away.

"Why are you defending her?" Adam asked angrily after Sara left.

"Bro, that was a low step," Chris said.

"I kind of agree with him we didn't need to go there," Alex remarked.

"I was helping you!" Adam shouted at Alex. "Do you also think that Asher?" He spitted angrily.

"Well, it was a low step, but she was getting on everyone's nerves. And that's what she gets for lying. He didn't even hold her roughly, " I said.

"She is a girl! Of course, her body is sensitive. And will you please, but in mind, how strong is Alex? " Chris argued.

"Should I take this as a complaint?" Alex asked, raising his eyebrows with a smug look. God, this boy is so childish.

"If I say yes, will you drop it?" Chris asked, rolling his eyes.

"Yes, I would," Alex smirked. "Then yes, it was a compliment," Chris said. And Alex's smirk only got bigger.

Sara

I woke up in the middle of the night, I didn't know for how long I was blacked out, but the window showed it was the middle of the night. The moonlight is slightly lighting the dim room.

Oh no, I missed my meeting with the squad for the group project they are gonna be so mad. Gosh, why did I come home? I made a mental note to apologise to them.

I groaned in pain as I tried to get up. I was greeted with the smell of blood. My nose scrunched in disgust. I always despised the smell of blood.

I was still tied to the chair. I tried breaking free, but I couldn't it was tied so tightly.

I started looking around me to search for anything that could help me. Something was reflecting the light of the moon, and my eyes automatically snapped to it.

It was a piece of broken glass on the floor. I tried reaching for it, but it was way too far. I started moving and I fell to the ground.

I yelped in pain as some of the broken glass got pierced into my arm. I started moving to catch the glass with my hand. When I did, I was already a bloody mess, but that doesn't matter. I have school, and I need to treat these wounds.

I started cutting through the rope, freeing myself. Damn, what kind of robe he is using my wrists are bleeding. I let out a long sigh as I finally freed myself.

I got up from the ground and started slowly going up the stairs. The last thing I want now is to wake him up if he is asleep.

I got out of the basement and took a glance at the living room. Thank god he isn't here. I let out a long sigh of relief.

I got to my room. Locked it, of course, and went directly to the bathroom. I'm locking it behind me, too.  I stripped off my clothes and got into the shower.

I turned on the hot water as usual and took out the piece of cloth carefully. I started rubbing off the dried blood carefully. The shower took about half an hour.

It was a much-needed shower.

I did my business and brushed my teeth.

I got out limping and sat on the bathroom lid. My thigh was a disaster, to say the least. It hurts like it just happened, and having school in a couple of hours is just not helping.

I took out my first aid kit. It was almost empty it would barely be enough for my thigh. I let out a long sigh. Today is gonna be a long, long day.

I took out some rubbing alcohol and poured it onto my thigh. I let out a small groan. God, that hurts.

At least he put some alcohol on it. That means deep down, he still cares for me. I know I'm being delusional, but a girl can dream.

I slowly started putting on the bandages, and as I predicted, it barely was enough for my thigh. I finished bandaging and put on some baggy pants.

I got out of the bathroom, I was still naked from the upper part I put on a sports bra, and I needed something comfortable.

I started looking through my closet for some scarves to use as bandages. It was actually a small cabinet with two drawers, but still, I was grateful for what I had left.

I found some old scarves and wrapped it around my arm. Look, you may think, why don't I just buy some new bandages, but I only have a few more dollars left.

I can either use them for ordering a cab or use them for bandages. I chose option one because my legs are way too sore for walking.

I finished and put on an oversized hoodie. I refused to look at any mirror unless I was fully closed. I don't want to see how weak I actually am. But now I have to look at my face to see if there are any bruises I need to hide.

I went to my dresser and looked at myself in the mirror. Wow, this is even worse than last time. I removed my hat from the bun I put it on and brushed it.

I had a big bruise in the shape of a hand. I had a little cut on my right cheek. Probably from the ring. I cleaned it and started doing my makeup. When I finished I put on my shoes.

I took a little trip downstairs to get my belongings from beside the door. They are probably still there due to yesterday.

As I arrived down there, I found scattered all around the ground. I sighed for the hundredth time today and started collecting them.

I found my phone and looked at the clock it was 7:22 am. That's kind of perfect because school starts at 8. I ordered a cap and started waiting for it outside.

It arrived, and I got in. We arrived pretty quickly. I looked at my clock and it was about 7:35. I gave him his money and went to school.

I was limping like a grandma. I almost laughed out loud at my pathetic state. I went directly to the back of the school. They are always there. And I predicted I found them there arguing about something.

"Umm, can I have a word with you guys?"I asked in a low voice. They all turned their heads to me.

"Finally, why didn't you come yesterday? we were waiting for you!" Alex barked.

I flinched at his voice. Why am I this pathetic.

"I couldn't come. I'm sorry," I spoke.

"Care to elaborate more we waited for two damn hours!"  Asher demanded. I flinched at his harsh voice. (Again).

"I was grounded," I  whispered and started rubbing the back of my neck, hoping they would believe my lie.

Suddenly, Alex and Adam burst out laughing. Are they stupid? What is so funny.

"He grounded you!" Alex said between laughs. "What are you? 5!" he continued amused. Well, he actually stabbed me with a knife, but yeah, you say you.

"Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha, very funny," I  said dryly. Can't they be serious for a second?

" I just came here to apologise it was a very annoying move, and I'm sorry I didn't inform any of you guys, but in my defence, I don't have any of your numbers," I apologised.

"See, it is not that hard to apologise. You could have done it at the gym and saved us the hustle," Alex remarked with a smug look on his face. Why is he bringing that again.

"Don't get too excited, Alex. I apologise when I'm in the wrong, don't you even think for a split second that I had another intention. Get this through your thick skull. " I spat  angrily and started walking away.

Every step hurts as hell, but again, what choice do I have.

Before I  could get too far, Alex caught up to me and yanked my injured hand, turning me around to face him.

I shrieked in pain as I tried my best not to cry or scream. His nails were digging into my wound.

"You don't talk to me in that tone again, understand," he warned me.

"And you don't have the right to touch me, Alex Salem Carter!" I shouted a couple of tears, escaping my eyes. Why is  it so hard to control your tears.

"Girl, cut the drama he barely touched you, and you are balling your eyes out. Just go, okay! We don't have time for another one of your breaking downs. Yesterday was quite enough, " Adam said.

Of course he is gonna bring yesterday. I knew he would use it against me. Why did I have to be so weak that I collapsed in front of them?

"Funny and entertaining, but once is enough," he continued.

Pathetic.

Weak.

Cry baby.

Dad's words started playing in my head. He was right.

"Dude, don't go there," Chris warned.

I brushed my tears away aggressively with the sleeve of my sweatshirt. "I'm so not in the mood to fight with you, Adam," I said, glaring at him and then looking at Chris and asking,

"Where are we going to meet to start the project?" I asked. "Same plan as yesterday, Alex House 6 o'clock. And don't be late we don't have much time left." He answered. "Okay," was all I  said before going away.

My class was about to start and I had to start walking. I slept through my first two classes. Luckily, I had them both alone.

I went for the lunch break to grab something to eat. I am not hungry, but I haven't eaten in almost a week. I don't wanna to get sick.

I bought a bag of chips and started walking out of the cafeteria when someone called me.

"Sara, we are here!" Alex called me. Why is he calling me. I walked to them as I felt the whole school eyes on me. I put the chips in my backpack.

"Yes, Alex, how can I help you?" I asked, and he just rolled his eyes at me.  "We decided to brainstorm and get some ideas for the project so we can directly start later," Chris explained. "Oh"was my only response.

"Are you going to take a seat, or are you waiting for an invitation stupido?" Asher snickered.

They were sitting in their usual table eating pizza. How did they even brought this here?

"Is he always this angry, or does he just hate me?" I asked no one in particular.

"A little bit of both," Alex answered, trying to hold in his laughter.

"Alex, I swear if you don't shut up, I'm.." Asher started but got cut off by Chris. "Okay, okay, how about we stop fighting and focus on the project? Is that okay with everyone?" He asked.

He is really like the mother of the group. It is so entertaining to watch.

"Fine," Alex huffed, crossing his arms.

"So what do you guys think we should write about?" Chris asked.

"I don't know, honestly, I just want a good grade," Asher said.

Wow, who thought he needed good grades like the rest of us. Who would have thought that he was a normal person. Not me.

"How about we all write something that interests us, and we can talk about the person who invented that." I suggested.

"That actually a good idea considering it is coming from a dummy like you," Asher expressed. I just rolled my eyes.

I know this habit always gets me in trouble, but I can't help it. I just do it out of instinct.

"But how will we choose which person interests are we choosing. We will obviously not settle to one." Alex asked.

"We can write them on papers and then mix them and let Adam choose one. How does that sound?" Chris suggested. We all nodded in agreement.

I took out some sticky notes out of my backpack and handed each one of them one with a pen.

"Do you always carry 5 pens with you. What a control freak!" Adam remarked, amused.

"Do you always have something to say, Adam? You know if you push your bottom lip and upper lip together tightly, you can actually shut up and not give your opinion on everything, " I said sarcastically.

Alex burst out laughing, and Asher just gave a small smirk. You know smiling isn't a crime, right?

"That was a great comeback, Sara. That's my new favourite line, "Alex said, still laughing.

I couldn't help but let a small smile play on my face. He is and, with no doubt, still the worst in all of them, but he is still funny. I would give him credit for that.

I took out my pen and wrote something that inspired me. And of course, it was Art.

I folded the paper and placed it on the middle, ignoring Adam glares. I may or may not have crossed the line a bit, but I was still angry from his earlier comment. So he is the only one to blame, not me.

Soon, everyone had their suggestions on the table. Adam closed his eyes with one hand and shuffled the papers with the others, and chose two.

"Video games and women," Adam said, laughing. "Okay, okay, let me guess. Asher said video games, and Alex said women?" He asked, amused.

"Excuse me read that right. I wrote hot women. Not just women, " Alex corrected.

"Perfect, just perfect. How can we put these together now?" Chris asked, annoyed at his friends childishness.

"Okay, how about we talk about the first woman who created a video game?" I suggested.

"Is she hot?" Alex asked, trying to put on a serious face but failed miserably.

"Well kind of." I said.

"No you are a girl. Girls think all girls are hot!" He exclaimed. I let out a small laugh.

"Okay then it is settled we are writing about her. What is her name?" Chris asked.

"Carol Shaw" I answered. Alex immediately took out his phone and started searching something.

"Eww she is not hot. No we are not writing about her!" Alex shouted.

"Did you seriously googled her?" Asher asked. I totally forgot he was here.

"Of course bro" Alex answered happily. He is really like a child when he is with his friends.

The bell rang indicating the end of lunchtime. I stood up quickly but I wave of dizziness hit me and I almost stumbled back.

I knew the lack of food will eventually catch up to me but come on body not in front of them.

I quickly regained my balance. "Are you okay?"Chris asked. I don't know if he is really worried or if he is faking it but I don't want either.

I nodded slightly before heading to the next class. We had history next. The whole squad is gonna be there.

I entered class and went directly to my seat. I putted my bag down and rested my head on the desk. Yes I'm sleeping this class too.

Soon the class started filling in with people and I felt someone sitting in the seat next to me.

I was trying to sleep but I could feel someone intense stare at me. I ignored it and kept my head down.

I couldn't fall asleep but still kept my head down. I was too tired to pay any attention.

Suddenly the teacher stopped talking. That alarmed me but still kept my hand down. I'm too tired for this.

"Ms Hopes care to explain what I was just talking about?" The teacher asked in front of me making me raise me head.

"Isn't that supposed to be your job?" I snickered under my breath. Likely he didn't hear it, but that made Asher chuckle from next to me.

"I'm sorry Mr but I was not paying attention. But you can ask me about anything in this chapter and I will gladly answer" I said trying to be as polite as possible.

"Really you think you know everything in this chapter?" He asked. And I just nodded.

He let out a small laugh and asked.

"For how long did the civil war last?"

"4 years, 1 month and 2 weeks"

"Who won the American Civil War?"

"The Union (also known as the North) won the American Civil War. The main reasons for the Union's victory were its superior resources (including manpower), transportation, and industrial capacity, as well as the effective leadership of President Abraham Lincoln and the military strategies of General Ulysses S. Grant." I ranted proudly. Hate to break it to you Mr but I take my studies pretty seriously.

He looked a bit taken back with what I said but still asked.

"What was the main purpose of this war Ms Hopes?" He said smirking. There is not even enough information about this in the book but I was curious so I googled it.

"The North was fighting for reunification, and the South for independence. But the purpose of the Civil War had changed overtime. The North was not only fighting to preserve the Union, it was fighting to end slavery." He was shocked by my information, and my smirk just got bigger.

"Did the Civil War end slavery?" Wow he really wants me to fail and embarrass my self.

"The Emancipation Proclamation and Thirteenth Amendment brought about by the Civil War were importantxjkhdj milestones in the long process of ending legal slavery in the United States Defining the meaning of freedom." I explained. God how I thank my curiosity right know.

"however, continued long after the war ended" I ended.

"That's not even on the book!" A dude said making me chuckle. It really isn't

"If you know everything why are you even attending the class, Ms Hopes."He snickered. Why is he mad?

"What do you mean? Everything I learned is because of your unmatched ways of teaching sir" I said politely. I know lying is a sin but come on this one was necessary.

He just gave me a stern look went back to the front of the class and continued his lesson.

"You keep surprising me Sara" Alex said, leaning from the backseat. "There are a lot of things that you don't know about me Alex and I would like to keep it this way" I answered.

And it was true he knew nothing about me.

Took out my notebook and started sketching. Ugh I want to sleep.

The bell rang and people started exiting. But for some reason the squad was just sitting staring to my soul.

"What?" I asked. "How will we know if you will actually come today? You know this project is 25% of our grade?" Chris asked.

"I know and I'm coming don't worry" I answered. "No I will come and get you from your house at 5:30. I don't take risks" Asher answered.

"No!" I answered almost immediately. "I mean I will come after work" I continued.

"You work on school days?" Alex asked.

"Yes Alex I do" I answered and started going to my next class.

I'm really not in the best physical state to have pe but I still have to attend.

I entered the gym, the squad following close behind. They are literally towering over me from behind.

Okay look I know I'm kind of short but still they are ginormous.

We have double pe today. And I'm so not looking forward for it.

"Okay hello everyone. Today we are going to play basketball but there is a catch only girls are allowed to score." He explained. The boys groaned and the girls squealed. Pathetic.

"I have noticed that our girls team is a bit bad on scores, so we found it better like this" he continued. It makes sense though.

I went to him and tried telling my pathetic excuse of why I can't train."I'm very sorry mister but I can't play" I told him. "And why is that Ms Hopes?" He asked raising an eyebrow.

"I twisted my ankle this morning" I lied. He just nodded and motioned for me to go to the benches.

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The rest of the day went pretty smoothly and now I was waiting for Asher outside the cafe.

My shift ended at 5:30. It was a pretty short shift because Chris told Liz that we have a project and she kindly accepted.

I was waiting for a couple minutesnow. It  is 5:37 and he still haven't arrived. But suddenly a Black Dodge Challenger pulled to the parking.

I was in pure aww will be an understatement. I am in love with this car and seeing it in real life felt like a dream.

Suddenly it stopped in front of me and the driver window opened revealing Asher. "Are you waiting for an invitation?" He asked. Rude much.

I went to the passenger seat and dusted my shoes before getting in. Look I have a cat too, even though it is not this fancy I still get mad when it gets dirty. I closed the door behind me carefully.

He started driving.

"You know the seat will not get damaged if you put your whole weight on it right?" He said chuckling. I looked at myself and I was sitting at the far end of the seat. I let out a sigh and sat properly.

We soon arrived at Alex House. Okay it is not a house it is a fricking Mansion.

"Are you guys billionaires or something" I blurted before covering my mouth quickly. My stupid mouth.

"What make you think that?" He asked amused.

"Dude you drive a Dodge Challenger with 375 standard horsepower,I will be stupid to think otherwise" I  said. He looked a bit shocked. What did I even say.

"How do you know that?" He asked. "Know what?" I asked. "How fast is my car?" He explained. Oh that's what got him confused.

"Well it is not that hard to know I thing or two about cars. Plus it is one of my favourite cars" I explained.

"Wow" I suddenly said. "What?"he asked. "This is the longest we've talked without you being rude like a grumpy grandpa" I answered chuckling.

"Ha ha ha very funny Sara, but it is because you're not being your bitchy self." He answered. Ouch, okay I know I'm not the best to be around but that hurt. My smile quickly dropped.

"Can we get in?" I asked. I was so done with this conversation.

He just nodded and I followed him ti the front door. He rang the bell and we just stood there in silence. Moments later Chris opened the door.

"Hi guys. Get in." He answered opening the door further open. I entered after Asher. Damn they are really wealthy.

The interior design was modern but in a simple way. The place felt homey. I don't know how to explain it but you will know that a family lives here.

We entered the living room and a young gorgeous women greated us. She looked like she was in her late thirties or early forties. She had the same hazel eyes as Alex and her hair was light brown with slight natural waves.

She looked gorgeous!

"Oh my god am I seeing things or is this a normal girl! You guys brought a normal girl here! I'm proud of you guys"she chuckled. What does she mean by normal?

"Mum!" Alex groaned and she just waved him off. Oh she is his mum well she look so young don't blame me.

"Hello sweetheart"she said pulling me to a tight hug and I just froze. Is this how it feels to get hugged. I haven't been hugged like this for ages.

After a while she pulled back. "Hey Mrs.Carter" I greeted politely shaking her hand.

"You can call me Hannah dear" she told me. "Hello Ms. Hannah it is a pleasure to meet you. I'm Sara" I said offering her my hand shaking it and giving her a small smile. Her smile just got bigger. I already know I like her.

"You guys can go start dinner is almost ready" she told us. "Is there anything I can help with?"I offered. "No dear you guys go start your project" she smiled and I did the same. And then she disappeared inside the house.

I looked at the boys and their mouths were open big. What now?

"You tell us you can be this polite but still act like a brat in front of us" Alex said in shock. Is he serious?

"Well your mum is an angel while on the other hand you are umm just you" I answered and he smirked.

"What do you mean?" He asked. "Alex can we start please I need to be home by ten. Eleven max." I pleaded.

"You are saying please alot these days I can get used to it" he said and I  just rolled my eyes.

He guided us to the living area. Well guided me these boys look like they know the house like the back of their hands.

We gathered and sat on the very comfy coach. "So how about we divide the work?" Chris asked.

"Yeah that's a good idea. I will do the background check. How was her personal life and what so ever" I answered.

"I'll write about career" Asher stated. "I'll write about her early life and education" said Chris.

Alex just narrowed his eyes at us and just said. "Fine I'll write about her works".

"Okay and when we finish you guts can send them to me and I will prepare the slides. Like a form of apology because I was the reason for us being late." I stated. Well it was a lie I'm a control freak I need to know everything is perfect.

"How will we know if it is good? You know we Don't trust you right?"Asher said very rudely may I add. I just rolled my eyes.

"I will send it to you guys before handing it over" I explained. He just ignored me.

They all took out there laptops to start working. Me on tge other hand didn't know what to do. I used to do my projects on the library computer near my house.

"Um I forgot my laptop" I lied. "You git be kidding me can't you just do one thing fu**ing correctly"Asher screamed making me flinch.

Can't you do one thing fuc*ing correctly Sara are you actually that dump!

His words flashed in my mind. I just keep proving him right.

"Relax man! It is okay she can use my tablet" Chris said opening his backpack and handing me his tablet. I mouthed him a quick thank you and started working immediately with shaky hands

After sometime Alex mother called us for dinner. We all headed to the kitchen where she had our plates prepared and sitting on the kitchen counter.

The smell of the fresh food hitted my nose. Wow this smells amazing. She had prepared some pasta with Alfredo sauce.

I can't eat this it have too much calories. I will need to run 10 miles to burn that off.

I sat on the chair following the others movement. They all started digging Inn their food and chatting. I just stood there looking at my plate.

I can't. I really can't eat this.

"Sara why arent you eating" Alex mum said from across the counter. Omg im being so rude right now.

"I really appreciate it ma'am, but I'm full. I'm sure your food is amazing, though, " I said giving her a polite smile. She looked a bit sad. "Do you not like pasta I can prepare something else for you"she said quickly.

"Brat" Asher said under his breath.

" I'm really full ma'am I swear. I ate after work" I lied. "No you didn't Asher picked you up right after your shift Sara and you didn't eat lunch too you was seating with us" Chris clarified. Ughhh shut up!

"You are going to eat Sara even if it is a little bit nobody come to my house and eat nothing" she said give a stern look, bit it wasn't like my dad scary ones they were more like an end of discussion look. And I just nodded.

I took the first bite and devoured the taste. It tastes even better than it smell. Is she a chef or something?

I ate a few more bites and I was full.

"The food was so delicious Ms Hannah thank you" I thanked. "Sara what did we say about the formalities plus you haven't even eaten quarter you plate"she said. I just murmured a quick sorry before standing up and cleaning my dish.

" I will wait for you guys outside okay" I said and sprinted out. Okay that was awkward.

I have finished my part of the project and decided on just sitting on the coach and wait for the boys to finish eating.

I sat and closed my eyes trying to rest a bit.

"Sir no please I swear I will never do anything without yiur permission" I pleaded.

I only took one apple. I took one apple from the refrigerator.

"You aren't allowed to eat you murderer" he spitted punching me in the stomach once more.

He then dragged me to the living room and grabbed an empty bottle of beer and raised it to hit me.

"No please No Dad!" I screamed.

I jolted up screaming to see the whole squad infront of me. again.

"No what Sara?"Chris asked concerned.

"And who is sir?" Asher demanded.

Authors note

Hello besties so sorry for not updating for ages but my results were today and I was too anxious to update. Although I think this very long chapter will be a good apology.

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This chapter isn't edited so there may be alot of mistakes. Plus any information here is from Google. I literally searched what does American learn in history in high-school and wrote about it. As I said I'm not American or even a native English speaker so please keep this in mind.

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