The True Blood characters appear in this one! :)
So you know, this takes place 12 years after the prequel.
"Only another town, another place that could be used for our hideaway."
These days were the hardest. Once we've settled into one city, a danger would be known and we'd have to leave it. I hoped this time would be different, this small town called Bon Temps looked pretty cute. The dirt road my truck ran over ran behind me in a trail of smoke.
"Reminds me of my old home, sorta."
I slowed down to examine this little diner down the road. Looking at the time I noticed that it was already one o'clock. I parked and entered this place called "Merlotte's" and was seated by this perky waitress, maybe a little too perky for my taste. She handed me a menu while I scanned the prices.
"Crap only have 10 dollars, forgot my wallet," I thought.
"Oh, if you look in the back of the menu there are a lot of cheap food. But not cheap as in doesn't taste good! Just a little more money sufficient, you know with the economy and all."
I looked over and stared at the waitress.
"Oh, uh. Thank you." I said politely. Kinda unsure if I said it out load.
"Well I'll have the cheeseburger thanks."
"Coming right up!" And with that she started to walk towards the kitchen.
My meal was good, not high restaurant standards but what do you expect in a small place? I paid and tipped my waitress and walked back to my car. I still had some time before I needed to be home, and when I mean "home" I mean this little crummy shack, so I went and looked at a few stores. I brought a notepad and a pencil with me so I could write down what we needed once I got my wallet. When I walked out of the last store I finally noticed how late it was.
"Crap! It's already nine! Dad said he'd be back at 8:30!" I quickly ran to my truck and started the engine. Damnit, I hope he wouldn't be too mad.
As I got back I ran inside and saw a note on the table.
Karen, looks like you were out shopping again. Forgot about the time? I have to talk with a few people so don't wait up for me. Saw your wallet on the table, DON'T FORGET IT NEXT TIME! If you were caught without your drivers license I don't know what I could have done. Took some money and will buy some basic necessities, could you do the full shopping tomorrow? It would be very much appreciated. I know it would take some time adjusting to this new place, but its for the best. Hope you had a good day and will talk to you tomorrow.
Good night,
Dad
"Well at least I'm not in trouble for staying pass curfew," I thought sarcastically.
"Honestly Dad, I really wanted to talk to you tonight." I grumbled and went upstairs to my room.
The Next Day
The next day I got up and rubbed my eyes.
"I hate mornings. Why does the sun have to get up so early in the damn day?" I went to my shower and let the cool water wash me. I've always liked water, its so soothing and you can forget about all your troubles. I put on some comfortable clothes and went downstairs to find some grocery bags on the counter. My Dad really did the necessities. He got milk, eggs, bread, and some butter. Nothing else! Thankfully he remembered to put the milk inside the refrigerator this time though.
As I started to make an egg sandwich I turned on the radio to listen to music. As I hummed to the rhythm I flipped an egg or too, thankful that at least I could cook something.
After breakfast I ran to my truck, remembering to pick up my wallet, and read off what I needed from my list. I drove and gathered some groceries before heading home to cook some lunch. Then, I drove back out to finish my shopping.
"I hate having to pick up everything, I wish Dad could have picked up more things." I mumbled while getting the last of the groceries.
As I got back to the house, I noticed yet another note from Dad.
Hey Karen,
Looks like we missed each other again. Hope you had some fun today, sorry you had to pick up so much. I had to go into another meeting today, sorry about that! I'll try to get home later tonight. In the meantime why don't you go out to eat? It must get awfully boring eating by yourself. Hope your adjusting well, it'll get better.
Love you tons,
Dad
"Dad, seriously. Why can't you just go to the meeting later?" I said to the empty room. I knew he was doing this for our protection, but it doesn't mean I can't be grumpy about it.
I picked up my wallet and got into my truck yet again.
As I drove the moon was shinning bright. "Full moon tonight," I thought to myself. I suddenly shivered. I hated to moon, and I hated the dark.
I accidentally passed one of the chain restaurants on the road. With a heavy sigh I was about to turn around when I remembered that diner further up the road.
"At least it has a nice atmosphere," I thought to myself. As I approached I noticed a stream of cars and some rednecks chugging beers.
"All part of the 'olde towne' experience I guess." I said sarcastically.
I turned off the engine and went in. I was seated by another waitress who gave me a menu and ran off. Merlotte's was packed tonight. Seeing how it was a Saturday night after all, I expected it to be somewhat crowded but not like this. I looked at my menu and decided to treat myself to a dessert. Suddenly my jean pocket vibrated. I picked up my phone and heard my Dads voice.
"Hey Hon, how are you doing?" He said in a chipper voice.
"I'm doing great Dad, just great." I said sarcastically.
"This is exactly what I wanted to do on my Saturday night, go to a old diner while being stared at by a bunch of rednecks." I glared at a group of drunk guys who were staring at me.
"Look, we'll talk later tonight okay? I have some good news though, it seems that I made an arrangement and we'll be protected here for a while. Maybe you should get used to it? You might end up liking the place."
I sneered at his last comment. I liked Bon Temps at first, but I can easily see myself hating it here.
"Alright Dad, I don't think I'll get much used to it but it beats the hell out of moving again."
"Thats the spirit! Try to look on the bright side of things, sorry gotta go now. Talk to you later, love you!"
"Love you too!" And then he hung up.
I leaned back on my seat while staring at the ceiling.
"Sorry for the wait, we're kinda short handed today. Do you know what you want?" This red-headed women talked to me kinda fast.
"I'll just have a cheeseburger with fries please, and a chocolate milkshake."
"Coming right up hun," as she ran towards the kitchen.
I took this moment to look around, it was really busy. I only saw two waitresses, and a guy managing the bar. Fifteen minutes later my food finally arrived. I ate in silence while watching the people talk with one another. I took out my wallet and set the money on the table when I finished. I was about to leave when I had an idea, a ridiculous idea no less, but a fun one. I went up to my waitress and nervously said if I could talk to her for a moment.
"Sure hun, what is it? I'm kinda really busy at the moment though." She was glancing at a few tables while starting to walk away.
"Well, I see you're busy and all and was wondering if you needed some help?"
She looked at me blankly and then asked "Can you waitress?"
"Well I've never done it before, but I learn quickly." I instantly added.
"Well, you gotta talk to Sam, the boss. He's right over there managing the bar." She scurried away going to a table with a women demanding service.
I saw the man who must've been Sam and I walked up to him.
"We card here, ID please?" He said briefly looking up at me.
"Oh uh, I'm underage." I said confused.
"Then you can't drink here," he said while refilling peoples orders.
"Oh, I'm not here for that. I just wanted to know if you needed help waitressing. I can help out if you want me too." I suddenly felt shy and thought it was a stupid idea to ask.
"Do you really want to help out?" he said while wiping the bar.
"Yes, sir. I've never waitressed before but I could always help with dishes or something."
"Alright, you got yourself a deal. That women over there, her name is Sookie, go to her and she'll get you started." He gave me a quick smile as he took other peoples orders.
I stared at the waitress who greeted me yesterday, she seemed a lot more stressed than last time. I walked over and explained what Sam said.
"You'll really help out? That would be great! If you go to the back there are a bunch of dishes that need to be cleaned if you don't mind." She said with a forced smile as she gave people their orders.
As I went to the back I finally saw what I was in for. There was a huge stack piled up in the sink and next to it.
"Damn," I thought "Next time I get bored I shouldn't ask for something to do." I hurriedly picked up my first plate as I started to soak it in some water.
Many Hours and Many Dishes Later
It's been three hours since I started with the dishes. I put a huge dent in the pile, but I still had some to do. I picked up a fork and while I started getting the marks out, Sam came in.
"Hey didn't know you were still here kid." he said with a smile.
"Well I said I'd help out." I said with a nod and continued to polish the fork.
"Your folks must be worried sick about you, sorry you had to stay so long. Thanks for your help for today." He said extending his hand.
"You're welcome, glad I could be of service." I took his hand and he gave me a strong shake.
"How old are you anyway?" He said with his eyebrows raised.
"I'm 17." I responded.
"Shit! I thought you'd be 19 or 20, not 17. You really should get back to your folks." He rushed me to the door.
"It's okay Sam, I called my Dad and he was fine with it." He wasn't supposed to get back till three anyway, so he didn't mind.
"If you say so," he said with a unsure look. Then he extended his hand and gave me some bills.
"Thanks for your help today, you really saved us." I took the money and put it in my pocket.
"No problem, glad I could help." I was about to leave when I suddenly thought of something.
"Hey Sam, do you need a permanent dish girl?" I looked back.
"Can you come back tomorrow?" He asked with a friendly look.
"Yup, sure can."
"Great, can you be here by five?"
I thought about it, and I knew my Dad would still be asleep, so I accepted.
On the way back I thought about the money I made.
"It's kinda fun making my own cash for a change, I should have gotten a job a long time ago."
I stared at the moon while I drove back to the house, hoping my Dad was back so we could talk.
(Bliss: So how did you all like it? Hope you did, and sorry if it seems rushed at all. Will update with next chapter hopefully soon :D R/R's are awesome!)
