'Twas a normal day at the academy for the house of Anubis members. It was a Saturday, a day that faculty and students alike looked forward to all week. Students were allowed to go to town, relax, and not required to suffer through the pain that is school.
I woke up that morning feeling relaxed and happy- obviously not a typical morning for me, Patricia Williamson. I noticed that my roommates, Mara and Joy, were not in their beds. In fact, I didn't even hear the normal sounds of the bathroom crowding like always. I got out of bed and ran my hand through my sloppy, untamed hair. I then went to the door to switch on the light and glanced at the clock casually.
The simply digital clock that sat on top of my side table read 9:27. Oh, crap. I ran to the door and locked it before running to my side of the room so I could change.
"Shit!" I cried out as I pulled my drawers open frantically and rummaged around to find a clean, comfortable top. I found a gray and black striped crop top and threw on a sports bra before sliding on the shirt. I then grabbed my spandex shorts from on top of my dresser and changed into those, and slipped on some random black sweatpants that I found. I threw a water bottle into my plain dance bag that already had deodorant, socks, my ballet and jazz shoes, and other necessities I might need. I put on some ankle socks and pulled on a pair of sneakers also, and grabbed a jacket before running out the door. While walking down the stairs I threw my hair up in a ponytail and put on the jacket.
As I entered the dining room, I realized everyone in the house was already there, finishing up their breakfasts. They stared at me curiously as I shot them a look, lingering on Eddie's face, while walking to my seat and sitting down.
Jerome ignored the look I gave to all of them and asked rudely, "What happened to you this morning?"
"Yeah, you're not even wearing makeup!" Alfie exclaimed.
"None of your business, idiots," I retorted and I glanced at the wall clock. It read 9:38. I cursed under my breath and stood up, holding my bag. "While I would absolutely love to stay and chat, I have to go," I said sarcastically. I grabbed two apples from the fruit bowl that sat in the center of the table and dashed out of the room, putting them in my bag while walking to the door.
Well, I might as well explain myself. My name is Patricia Jane Williamson, but if you call me by my full name I swear it'll be the last thing you do. I'm from Anubis and a part of Sibuna, but you probably already knew that. But what you didn't know was where I was going or why. Or you might have guessed. To be honest, I could care less.
But if you didn't know, every day of the week, I go to dance. Yes, dance. You may be in shock, but yes, it's true. I am part of a competitive dance team in Liverpool called Alison Evans Dance Company. Ever wonder why I'm so fit? Well, that's why. I've been dancing since I was three, so dance has always been a big part of my life. I generally don't like to tell people this because it doesn't go with my image, so let's keep this between us, okay?
I stepped out of the house and saw that my taxi was already here. I knew it was mine because the driver that always took me to dance was Rob, a young, blonde haired and blue eyed taxi driver. He's driven me to dance since I joined this school, about four years ago. I walked over hurriedly, not wanting to be late.
I opened the door and slid in quickly, before slamming it and buckling my seatbelt.
"You're a little late today. Overslept?" he asked, starting up the engine and driving right away. He speedily left the schoolgrounds and maneuvered through the traffic skillfully.
"You know me so well," I sighed and fidgeted with the strap of my bag. I remembered that I had an apple to eat, so I took it out and chewed quickly, trying to finish before we reached the studio. Rob turned on the radio and I listened to the music, humming along to one of the songs that I knew because Joy showed it to me.
Within a few minutes, we arrived to the large dance studio. I thanked him and ran into the clean, white building, sending a small smile to the receptionist, Hannah. I threw out my apple core also.
My company rehearsed in room 8, so I went in and immediately took off my jacket and sweatpants. I sent a smile to my fellow dancers who were already there- Matt, John, Isaac, Courtney, Cora, and Clarisse were scattered around the room, stretching. They all acknowledged me and went back to stretching, with the exception of Cora and Courtney, two of my closest friends here, who walked over to me to stretch.
"Rough start to the day?" Courtney asked, amused. Courtney was a tall redhead with amazing hip hop skills. She was the quiet one of the group, and often didn't speak unless you got to know her well first.
"Of course she did; look at her!" Cora cried out and laughed. Cora was the exact opposite of me. She was exactly like Amber in every single way. They even looked the same! The only difference was that I knew Cora really well, and she was one of my best friends. Ironic, I know.
I merely grinned cheekily at my friends and winked, before stretching my calves using the wall. Kevin, the last dancer to arrive, smiled at me while running in and trying to get ready before Diane saw that he was late.
Just then, Coach Diane came in and clapped her hands, signaling for us to start. She merely shook her head at Kevin with a smile and we all laughed, and then started to dance. We stretched, warmed up, and practiced a few routines, and even started a new one today.
What I loved about this group were the people. We all knew each other pretty well and had a common passion- dance. I knew Cora and Courtney really, really well. Matt and Kevin I knew pretty well because we've been dancing with each other for a year or two. Matt was like a brother to me, and Kevin… well, Kevin I knew liked me. He always flirted with me, and I liked him as a friend only, but it was really flattering. I always figured he'd be my go-to if I ever needed a date… of course, that changed as soon and Eddie Miller joined the school. I sighed out loud.
"Trish! Care to join us?" Diane asked, amused. I got back to reality and realized that all seven dancers were sweaty and panting and grinning, sitting on the side of the studio.
"Nice job," Kevin said, laughing. The others laughed also and, I admit I did too.
"Sorry, Diane. What was that?" I asked sheepishly. She asked me to perform for the group the solo piece I was working on, and I took my stance, ready to dance.
After I finished the final move, I was panting heavily, and looked at the crew. They all applauded with beaming smiles and I couldn't help but smile because I was proud, too.
Diane dismissed us, reminding us of the competition coming up shortly. We grabbed our bags and laughed while walking out. Kevin came up to me to compliment me personally on the piece and as soon as he went back to the other boys, I gave Courtney and Cora a look, who both rolled their eyes, grinning. We all hit the changing rooms to shower and get ready to tackle on the rest of the day.
I said goodbye quickly and ran out to find Rob, who was faithfully waiting. He drove me back, asking questions and making me laugh all the way till we reached the house. I thanked him and went into Anubis, running up the stairs to drop off the bag before changing into a black lace top with some skinny jeans and my baddest boots. I walked back down to the common room to see my housemates all sitting around on the couches and chairs looking at me.
"What?" I asked, standing in the entrance way. I sat next to Joy casually before realizing they weren't staring at me. Eddie was by the entrance also, standing next to Vera who was next to a beautiful girl- a stereotypical American looking, California girl who was smiling with perfect white teeth.
"Well, Patricia, I was just introducing a guest that just arrived. This is Ally Johnson, a guest of Eddie's," she introduced, smiling.
I looked curiously with a critical eye to the new girl.
"Eddie's guest?" Amber asked.
"She's my girlfriend," Eddie explained, and looked straight at me with serious eyes.
Shit.
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