Chapter 4
Louise stared out of the car window solemnly, chin resting on her hand, as they passed a large sign displaying: Wharton Summer Camp. They were surrounded by a pine forest on all sides, and were travelling along a dirt road. It soon opened out into a large field, with a glimmering lake on one side, and numerous buildings along the other, but still entirely surrounded by trees.
"Wow" smiled Linda. "It's beautiful, I wish I could stay".
"Take my place" muttered Louise. "It's up for grabs". Bob pulled up the car alongside the other parents wishing farewell to their children, all of whom appeared just as happy as Louise to be at the camp.
"Well, have fun sweetie..." started Linda.
"Ooh I bet I will" Louise retorted sarcastically, jumping out of the car and straightening her bunny ears, dragging her suitcase with her.
"Try not to make too many enemies, Louise" Bob said as he hugged her goodbye. She squirmed out of his arms, only to become entrapped by her Mum too.
"Get off" Louise growled, but quickly changed her mind "No, keep going! Maybe I'll suffocate!"
"See ya soon my baby" Linda called, almost in tears as the car pulled away. Louise stood still, the dust settling around her, watching her parents drive away. Leaving her. All alone. Well, not quite.
"No way! Guess who, Bunbun!" laughed a familiar voice from behind her. Louise did not turn. She felt like her stomach had just been screwed up into a little ball. Gritting her teeth, she forced herself to speak.
"Hey, jackass" she growled.