Disclaimer: Twilight and the characters belong to Stephenie. Only this little plotline is mine.
Edward and his wife Tanya are having trouble conceiving. Bella is desperate need for money so she can finish her degree.
The Surrogate
Chapter 5
BPOV
Slap! My door shut of its own accord aided by the chill wind. It didn't seem much warmer inside my apartment. I sat the mail and my keys down anxious to return to and finish this last paper of the fall semester. Then we would be off for the three-week Christmas break.
I wrapped myself in a cozy afghan and turned on my computer. The last sips of coffee were cold by now so I tossed my cup in the trash.
When was the last time I'd checked e-mail? I noticed that a little exclamation point highlighted my university e-mail account. I needed to get better at this administrative stuff I huffed, clicking the icon.
There wasn't much to look at: a little junk mail and newsletters from various campus organizations until I happened on an e-mail with a bright exclamation point in front of it. It was from the scholarship fund. It was dated three weeks previous.
Dear Miss Swan,
This letter is to inform you that all scholarship students must resubmit their eligibility paperwork within two weeks of the date of this notice. This new procedure is to ensure the integrity of our scholarship program. If we do not receive your response within the time specified we will assume you are no longer in need and your scholarship and stipend will terminate as of the end of the spring term.
Sincerely,
Michael Newton
Masen Scholarship Fund
I stared at the screen trying to absorb what I was reading. I'd never had to do this before. The only requirement had been to annually submit my transcripts and the date for that had not yet approached. I glanced at the pile of mail on the counter and the creamy white envelope glared at me. My heart pounded. I felt clammy and slightly ill as I walked to retrieve the thin letter. Could I have screwed up this badly?
Dear Miss Swan,
This letter is to inform you that we have not received your response within the time specified. As a result, your scholarship will not be renewed for fall term.
Sincerely,
Michael Newton
Masen Scholarship Fund
I stood there shaking. My life as I knew it was over.