Hello my name is Annabeth Chase and I'm 17 (soon to be 18) years old. I am attending the Music Academy in New York. All my life I would have predicted that something this amazing would come my way, but we will talk about that later. Right now we are going to go to where it all started. Yancy Academy in San Francisco California.
'RINGGGG!' I slammed my hand down onto the source of the irritating noise. I groaned and rolled over in bed to look at the time on the clock I just smashed. 6:30. Uhg school another day of torture. Don't get me wrong I love the learning part of school but I lack in the social skills. In fact I get great grades and I'm the top in all of my classes. The only problem Is the students don't really like me that much.
I'm not what you would call pretty. I have braces (that come off in 2 days! Ekk!) , I have huge glasses that don't help my nerd ego, my curly hair is always frizzy , and to add on to it all my clothing is horrible. My clothes are usually too small or to big because my wicked step-mother could care less on how I look. I try to ask for clothing that actually fits but she says and I quote, '' you don't need new clothing the ones you have are perfectly fine. Stop acting like a spoiled brat. Your father and I need that money to be able to keep this house.'' Please, what she means that she wants all the money so she can go shopping for herself and her 2 sons Bobby and Mathew.
So with the step-monster in the house, it means that I have to work to get my necessities. I have been saving up to get some contacts and better clothing so I'm planning on going shopping with my only friend Nancy.
Now with all that out of the way I hopped it the shower letting the hot water cleanse me. I dried off and put my hair in a ponytail along with my huge dorky glasses on. I put on a pair of blue jeans that were a size short with a huge purple t-shirt. I slipped on my only decent pair of boots on and walked down the stairs hoping to avoid Suzan the monster.
I walked down the stairs like a stealthy ninja. I grabbed my back pack and an apple and was going to leave when I heard the thing herself. ''where do you think you're going without doing the dishes and making the boys and I food.'' '' you know that place where you go to get education. But I guess you wouldn't know actually because if you went to school you would actually be smart.'' '' just because of that you are grounded. You don't get to see your friends for the whole week. Oh, never mind I forgot little Annie doesn't have friends just like your loser mom. Now go make me breakfast.'' She did not just bring my mom into this. '' I hope you choke to death!'' I yelled out while walking out the door. I know it was rude but nobody bring my dead mother into a fight.
The bus pulled up and I walked to the nearest empty spot and sat down. I turned on my phone and listed to music till we got to school.
I have been able to make it threw 4 periods without clashing with the populars. Next I have chorus. I walked into the room and slid into the farthest seat in the back were nobody sits. I pulled out my music journal that I have been writing songs down in. (Titanium David Guetta)
You shout it out
But I can't hear a word you say
I'm talking loud not saying much
I'm criticized
But all your bullets ricochet
Shoot me down, but I get up
I'm bullet proof nothing to loose
Fire away, Fire away
Ricochet you take your aim
Fire away, fire away
You shoot me down but I won't fall
I am titanium
You shoot me down but I won't fall
I am titanium
My book was ripped out of my hand. I looked up to see my ex-best friend Jenna. ''oh everybody look here. Brace face is making sings. Why make songs if you can't even sing?'' she yelled out, turning back around to look at me. '' oh I promise I can sing it.'' '' then sing it now! 'She got the popular kids to chant it with her. '' I can't. I would love to see your face when I sing it with my braces off though.'' I said trying to grab my book but she pulled it away and started reading it. '' wow Annabeth this is good. I have a bet for you. The talent show is coming up in a week and I want you and me to sing this song and we will let the audience agree who wins.'' She says. ''fine if you win I give you all the right's to my song. If I win I just want to see the look on your face when you lose. Deal?'' I said putting my hand out. ''deal.'' She said shaking my hand on the agreement.
Today is the day I'm getting my braces off and I'm going shopping with Nancy. I hopped in Nancy's car and she drove to the mall. When we got there I told her to go shopping while I get my braces off and get contacts.
Later but still at the mall.
''HOLY BABY NINJA UNICORNS! ANNABETH YOU LOOK AMAZING!'' Nancy yelled from across the mall resulting people to look at like were crazy. '' let's go get are hair done. You're going to look amazing for the talent show tonight.''
When we got to the saloon we got haircuts and a deep conditioning treatment. When the lady was done with my hair she let me look in the mirror.
Looking back at me was not Annabeth Chase. This lady had sleek and shiny curls. No glasses and straight white teeth. ''do you like it?'' the lady asked politely. '' I-I love it! Thank you so much ma'am'' after checking out and buying a bottle of conditioner to keep my curls from becoming frizzy again, Nancy and I went shopping for clothing. She drove me home and we got ready for the talent show tonight.
''hurry up I'm going to be late for the show!'' ''I know, I know we will make it on time.'' Were already 55 minutes late and I'm going to be going on soon. I looked over my outfit again and I just fell in love. I was wearing black shorts with a long sleeve gray halter top. also A gray hat and purple shoes. (Check my page for her outfit!)
When we got to the school I jumped out of the car and ran back stage. '' up next we are going to have a little competition and your going to be the judge. The ladies are going to sing the same song but in their own twist. So give it up for Jenna gran (I don't think this is somebody's name is it?). '' the announcer yelled into her mic. Jenna got up on stage wearing a skin tight Minnie dress that was hot pink. I don't think she can show anymore skin. It's just gross. She did her whole song, slow and I think I almost fell asleep. My song is supposed to be upbeat.
They applauded and as Jenna came off of the stage she turned and said,'' Beat that brace face.'' I just looked at her and smiled with my white braces free teeth. I walked out on stage with my new appearance. I got whistles and clapping. ''hey my names Annabeth Chase and this is how the song is supposed to go!'' I yelled out to the tons of people. ( the beat is the same as the real song)
Afterwards Jenna comes out along with the announcer. ''those were both great performances. We want to hear you clap guys alright! So how about Jenna?!'' there were tons of claps and screaming. ''how about Annabeth?!'' it was dead silent. I guess I los- the crowd roared in approval. ''congratulations Annabeth Chase!''
I walked back stage but got stopped by a tall man in a suit. ''that was a great performances out there miss chase.'' He said. ''oh thank you.'' I told him. ''oh I'm sorry for not introducing myself. I am Chiron and I would like to offer you a full scholarship to come to the music academy.'' ''YES! THANK YOU!'' I said.
This is where I'm at now. My parents of course we more than glad to get rid of me. The bus came to a stop right out front of the music academy. I got off the bus and looked at the building. My draw dropped.
The building was absolutely huge. Think of a college then times it by 10. there were kids dancing, singing, playing, eating, and doing anything you can think of. I grabbed my guitar case and luggage and went to the front office. Within 2 minutes I was completely lost.
I walked over to the closest person who ended up being a redhead. I tapped her shoulder and she turned around with a scowl on her face.'' What?!'' she snapped at me. '' I was going to ask you were the office is but you seem to busy being caught up in being self-centered biotch.'' I said now realizing that the whole hallway was quite. ''excuse me?!'' she snapped. I opened my mouth to retort but somebody beat me to it. ''you heard here Barbie! Now beat it!'' Said a girl wearing a black shirt that said 'thug life.' She had on gray washed skinny jeans and black high heels. She also had a bracelet and a red scarf and hat.(outfit is on my profile) She had black spiky hair that was pulled back into a bun and blazing blue electric eyes. Lining her eyes was a lot of eyeliner.
She walked up to me '' names Thalia what's yours?'' '' my names Annabeth. By any chance can you show me were the office is?'' I asked her. '' I like you Annabeth. It's your first day and you managed to get on the Barbie named Rachel's bad side that's why I'm going to show you were ever you need to go.'' She said stalking off down the hallway.
''so what's your talent?'' I asked her. ''well I play the guitar and drums.'' ''oh that's really cool. How long have you played?'' ''I have played sense I was 4. I used to and still do practice with my cousins and brothers they go here also. And here we are ill stay here and walk you around.''
Thalia and I stepped inside the office and walked up to the receptionist. '' hi I'm Annabeth Chase and I'm new here.'' I told the lady. '' it's nice to meet you I'm Mrs. Hestia. Chiron has not stopped talking about you. I hear your very talented.'' Thalia raised an eyebrow at this. '' alright here is your schedule and it looks like you have already meet you roommate Thalia.'' Sweet Thalias my roommate, at least I know her. '' alright, thank you .'' I said while exiting the room with Thalia.
''cool this makes this so much easier. Alright let's stop at the dorm so we can drop your stuff of and then we can go through your schedule.'' We stopped outside a big black door. Thalia opened the door and we walked in. the room was gorgeous. There were 2 huge bathrooms and beds. A flat screen t.v. and a kitchen. I walked over and put my stuff down on the bed that was not occupied.
''dame this room is nice.'' ''yeah I was able to pull some strings and get the best room. We are very lucky girls.'' She chuckled.
''Let's take a look at your schedule.''
Social studies-
Music- Mr. Apollo
Architecture- Ms. Athena
Gym- coach Hedge
Lunch/free period
Math- Mr. Allge
Science- Mr. Poseidon
Vocal- Ms. Hunter
Combat- Mr. Ares
Locker number 1234 combination: 1324
15 minute passing time to each class.
'' we have the same schedule except you have architecture. You know you haven't told me your talent yet.'' Ops. '' well I mainly sing. I do play almost any instrument but that's between you and me, don't tell about that one.'' '' your secret is safe with me.'' She said.
''Let's go back to the dorm I'm tired.'' she said. When we got back to the dorm we ate ice-cream and changed into shorts and slippers. ''will you play me a song?'' Thalia asked. I don't usually preform in front of people but Thalia is trustworthy its seems. '' okay sure I call this one safe and sound.''
I remember tears streaming down you face
When I said '' I'll never let you go''
When all the shadows almost killed your light
I remember you said ''don't leave me here alone''
But all that's dead and gone ad passed tonight
Just close your eyes
The sun is going down
You'll be alright
No one can hurt you now
Come morning light
You and I'll be safe and sound
Don't you dare look out your window darling
Everything's on fire
The war outside our door keeps ragging on
Hold on to this lullaby
Even when the music's gone
Gone
Just close your eyes
The sun is going down
You'll be alright
No one can hurt you now
Come morning light
You and I'll be safe and sound
Oooh, oooh, oooh, oooh
Oooh, oooh, oooh, oooh
La la (la la)
La la (la la)
Oooh, oooh, oooh, oooh
Oooh, oooh, oooh, oooh
La la (la la)
Just close your eyes
You'll be alright
Come morning light
You and I'll be safe and sound…
Oooh, oooh, oooh, oooh oh oh
I wrote this song when my mom died; it felt like my heart was at war. I looked over to Thalia and saw her sleeping like a baby. I chuckled and put my guitar back in its case and turned the lights off. I can't believe this happened. My life is finally turning around. I closed my eyes and fell asleep.
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