First Day At Beacon High

Episode 6

First day at Beacon high

Hazel Dakota

After putting the first aid box back to its place , I returned to Hardin room to clean up the mess

The room was empty and from the sound of the tap running , I knew he was in the bathroom

Using a long broom, I gathered the broken pieces together ;then use a dustpan to pack the pieces into a waste bin

I looked around to be sure everything was in order before leaving the room with the dustpan and waste bin ..

Climbing down the stairs, I was on my way outside to dump the dirt when I heard my name

I quickly turned back to see Mrs Castillo coming out of the kitchen

And where are you going with that? She asked , staring at the waste bin

I want to dump it outside ma .

I answered politely

Don't worry Hazel , Rebecca will do that . She said and then signalled at Rebecca who was assisting the cook to set the dinning table

Go take that from her!

Yes ma.

Rebecca answered , leaving what she was doing and rushed towards me

I handed the stuffs to her and then leaned on the wall not knowing what else to do

Should I go assist in setting the table?

Should I go check on Hardin? Should I go to my room? Damn! I don't even have a room here , my old worn out bag was still here in the sitting room

And why are you just standing there, come and have dinner and after which I will show you to your room . Mrs Castillo said , bringing me out of my thoughts and I sighed in relief

At last!

I went over to the dinning and sat down quietly

My mind drifted off to Hardin , the pains I saw in his eyes , what was it all about?

Did something bad happen to him! Did someone hurt him!.... wait a minute! he hasn't eaten anything

Ma! I called his mom and she shifted her attention to me

What is it dear? She asked , placing a plate of bagel and grilled chicken into a tray

I am worried about Hardin , he hasn't eaten anything.

I stated and she smiled

Don't worry dear, I will handle that today !

Having said that , she picked the tray along with a bottled water and headed up the stairs

Thanks goodness! I guess I am relieved for today!

I watched the cook dished out my food and after washing my hands, I began eating

After eating, I assisted the cook in clearing the table and when I was done, i went over to the sitting room

I sat down on the sofa and watched the television as I waited patiently for Mrs Castillo

And In what seems like forever, She returned to the sitting room holding an empty tray

I am sorry Hazel , I had to stay with my son till he was done eating. She explained and I smiled lightly

It is alright ma!

She handed the tray to Rebecca and then gestured at me to come with her

Standing up , I picked my bag and followed behind her as she led me up the stairs to a room right beside Hardin's

This is where you will be sleeping. She said calmly and I nodded , looking around the room

It was a small room with less expensive furnitures but It was still beautiful

Thank you very much ma .

I said in appreciation and she nodded

Sleep tight Hazel! and remember to wake up early .

She reminded and then left the room ....

I dropped the big bag at a corner of the room and then collapsed on the huge bed

I was so tired!

Bringing out my phone from my pocket , I was surprised to see 20 missed calls

I4 from Mike , 4 from my from mum and the remaining two from Alexia

I quickly dialled my mom number and she picked it up on the first ring

Hazel! her loud voice rang through

hello mom! I am sorry for not picking the calls , I never knew when the calls came in . I said in a rush and she sighed

It is alright!

I was just worried about you , how is that place? She asked

Fine mum! I answered truthfully

And I hope the boy is not stressing you up?

She asked , chuckling

Erm uhm let me say he is just being a teenager!

Yes your baby. I heard Alexia say and I laughed

Don't mind her!she is just .....

being Childish. I completed and we both laughed

Alright baby!

Good night! My mom bade

Good night mum . I said and ended the call

Smiling, I was about dialling Mike number when his call came in

I received it

hello Mike!

I greeted first

Hazel! Where did you keep you phone?

he asked, sounding so worried

It was in my gown pocket but I never knew it was ringing. I answered truthfully

Oh! You really scared the hell out of me

Did I? I asked confusedly

Yes! Let's leave that aside , how is the place? Do you like it? he asked

Sure.

I answered and he sighed in relief

There was an awkward silence between us and then he asked

Have you thought about the dinner ?

Erm not really . I answered and he exhaled deeply

But why Hazel! I really got something important to tell you

Something important! And what is that! I retorted

It is not something we can talk through the phone. ...

Fine! Let's meet up on Saturday. I said after giving it a little thought

Thank you so much Hazel! Thank you so much! I will call you later so we can talk more about it

Alright! Good night Mike!i said , yawning and ended the call.....

Today was so damn stressful!

Hardin Castillo

The sound of voices woke me up and I opened my eyes to see my mom staring down at me

Wake up baby!

It is already morning

Stretching, I rolled on the bed and rubbed my eyes still full of sleep

Damn! Of all time , why must she wake me now?

Those terrible nightmares took a toll on me and I couldn't sleep till it was 6:00am

I sat on the bed and blinked twice, staring blankly at her

Good morning baby!

She greeted with a wide smile

Why are you here? I asked rudely and she sighed

It is already past 9 and you need to get ready for school!

I slowly shifted my gaze to the wall clock and yes she was right , it was 9:27

I also brought this . She said , touching a black back pack and I nodded slowly

Everything you need is in there. She quickly added

And without saying anything, I dragged myself up from the bed and then walked slowly to the bathroom to freshen up

I felt so weak!

On returning to the room, my mum was no longer in the room

I went over to the wardrobe , opened it and stared in awe at the stack of different clothings

Jeez! how many years will I wear all this?

Pulling out a black polo and a black jean , I hurriedly dressed up in it and then put on a black boot .....

I sat on the bed to unzip the black back pack and just like my mum said, everything I needed was inside it

Text books , note books , pen , pencils and a brand new iPhone

I smiled lightly

I brought out the phone and stared at it , it was the latest product ...

And on scrolling through it , I notice hers and my Dad number was already saved on it .....

I kept the phone back in it and then zip up the bag

Standing up , I sling the backpack across my shoulders and was about leaving the room when the door creaked opened and a short girl walked in

It was the same girl from yesterday, the one who treated my wound

Good morning Hardin! She greeted with a smile and before I could respond, she moved closer to me and held my hands to look at my bandaged palm.

Are you alright? Does it still hurt? Should I change the bandage? she asked in a rush and I stared at her with my eyes wide opened

What kind of girl is this?

She left my hand and then stood on her toes to touch my forehead

Thank goodness you ain't burning up . She said , sighing in relief and I huffed

Who are you? I asked and she smiled lightly

I am Hazel Da..... she tried to say but I cut her off.

I didn't ask for your name , I was trying to ask if you are human ! I retorted and I saw her go stiff

just because I let you treat my wound doesn't mean you have the right to touch me. I barked and she flinched , bending her head

I am sorry. She apologised and I could tell from her voice that she was about to cry

Whatever! I muttered and walked past her to to the door

Opening the door , I turned to face her and heaved a sigh before leaving the room

TBC...