I do not own them, wish I did, but, alas, I don't. Oh well.
New Chapter. Here you go. Please R&R!
Serena walked in through the golden double doors that led to the lobby, where she saw women in business suits, along with small girls walking around dressed in the usual dancewear. She felt instantly at home.
She smiled as she walked up to the front desk, setting her stuff on the floor and politely waited for the receptionist to end her phone call. She was slightly taken aback when the young lady behind the desk looked at her with a disgusted look upon her face, as she turned around to face the other direction, still speaking on the phone.
The smile quickly vanished from Serena's face, a frown replacing it, as she picked up her bags and began to turn and walk away.
"May I help you?"
Serena turned around and saw an older woman with long flowing raven back hair, halfway pulled up into a bun, which sat at the back of her head. She was extremely beautiful and poised, most likely a dancer when she was younger.
"Hello? Do you need any help?" the older woman asked again.
Serena quickly broke herself from the gaze of the woman as she held out her hand, smiling brightly.
"Hello! I'm Serena Carmichael. I'm one of the new company members. I was told to check in here today for my room assignment, along with a company schedule."
"It's very nice to meet you, Serena, and yes you were told correctly, Here's the company schedule and let me just look up your room number, and you'll be on your way. My name is Sestuna, by the way."
Serena smiled kindly at the older women in thanks before looking over the schedule.
7:00AM-8:00AM: Breakfast
9:00AM-11:00AM: Company Class
11:00AM-12:00PM: Woman's Class/Men's Class
12:00PM-1:00PM: Lunch
1:00PM-3:00PM: Pas de duex Class
3:00PM-5:00PM: Leisure Time
5:00PM-6:00PM: Dinner
6:00PM-7:00PM: Private lessons
6:00PM-12:00AM-Leisure Time, for those of you who are not having a private lesson
12:00AM-Dorm Check IN
12:30AM-Lights Out
"Wow this seems pretty rigorous", Serena said, shock apparent in her voice. She never had to work this much before in one day, but I guess it's what comes with the package of being a dancer.
"It seems bad once you first begin, but after a week or two, you should be quite used to it, and it will become habit."
"You were a dancer here, weren't you?"
"Yes, when I was younger. I had a serious injury during a performance of the Nutcracker. I tore my ACL and when it was repaired, I couldn't perform up to scratch, so they let me go. They gave me a pretty good deal, though. Head of Staff, Chief Publicist and I teach private lessons, although I cannot dance as well as I did in the past. I guess it was the least they could do for their star."
Serena stared at her. Had she heard correctly? Was this woman seriously the Prima Ballerina? Wait a minute; didn't she say her name was Sestuna…?
"OH MY GOD! YOU'RE SESTUNA MEIOH!"
The older woman chuckled, as the other receptionist rolled her eyes and went back to talking on the phone.
"Yes, I am Sestuna Meioh."
"YOU'RE MY IDOL! YOU'RE THE REASON I BEGAN DANCING!"
The older woman chuckled again. "Well, Serena. I'm flattered."
"Oh my god! I can't believe it's you! Here in the flesh! I think I'm dreaming."
"No, Serena, you definitely are not dreaming. I am glad to know that I have a fan though." Sestuna smiled benignly at the young woman in front of her.
Serena smiled back at her, liking the older woman very much, not just because she was the one person she had fantasized about meeting in person since she was five years old. The woman was kind and just made everyone feel at ease around her.
"Well, Serena, it was a pleasure meeting you. Here is your room key, and your room is 417, which on the fourth floor. I hope you enjoy your time here, and I sincerely hope we meet again soon."
The older woman winked at her, before smiling and disappearing into her office. Serena looked at the key in her hand before picking up her bags and walking towards the elevator, a huge smile upon her face. Oh yes, she would definitely like it here.
