So I read the last chapter and realized that I was completely distracted while I was writing that. Because there were way too many typos. It was completely unprofessional. My apologies.
And apparently I'm one of those authors that's forget certain detail.
Like for instance. In chapt.1 I wrote that Flora's mom is basically pregnant cuz she took a maternity leave. But in chapt. 2 she's not wearing any maternity clothes. Lets just say she's not showing yet.
I also said that Flora's dad was sick but he's obviously better now.
And last chapter I called Saladin Helia's godfather. That was a typo I meant grandfather.
Sorry about all this folks.
Chapter 6: Friends.
Still in Helia's P.O.V
I was walking to dining hall to have lunch till all of sudden I heard a beautiful voice singing and piano playing. I turn towards the right and see one of the ballroom double doors was open a crack. I went over to it and pull it open more. I look inside and spot Flora playing the piano on the platform at the far wall, and singing.
Flora:
Wake me up inside
Wake me up inside
Call my name and save me from the dark
Bid my blood to run
Before I become undone
Save me from the nothing I become
Bring me to life
Bring me to liiiiiiiiiiife
I just stood there amazed. She sings beautifully and plays the piano marvelously. Once I got out of my trance I start clapping. She jump at the noise and turn around seeing me in the middle of the room. She quickly stood up and put her arms behind he back nervously.
"Helia. I-I didn't see you there. I was just cleaning and got distracted by the piano, heh." She said looking nervous. I then realize she's wearing the servant uniform for women and girls. A dark green above the knee-length frock with wide straps. With a beige apron that ties around the waist. Knee high white socks and black loafers. And her hair is in a bun. I have to say it looks quite well on her. Well with that beauty she can probably pull anything off. Men and boys just wear worn out T-shirt and jeans. Except for the chefs they wear a white chefs uniform, for both men and women chefs.
I just chuckled at her reaction. "I'm sorry I startled you. And don't worry about getting in trouble. I really enjoyed it. You sing and play beautifully. I love to hear some more. But first do you want to have lunch with me?" I asked.
"Oh….um…okay." She said blushing.
"Great." I said smiling. I turned around and offered my arm for her to take. She came over and took it while blushing. I couldn't help but think how close we are. And I love it.
We walked out of the ballroom and towards the dining hall. I let go of her arm and open the door for her. She smiled at me and went inside I smiled back. I went inside and pull out a chair for her at dining table.
"Thank you." She said.
"Your welcome." I said pushing her in. I went to the head of the table which is right beside her and sit down.
"What would you like?" I asked her.
"A PB&J with sunflower petal chips, please." She said. I nodded and push the button on my ear piece.
"Peter." I said into it so it can call him.
"Hello?" He answered.
"Flora and I will like some lunch. Flora wants a PB&J with sunflower petal chips. And I want ham on honey wheat with mustard and mayo and also sunflower petal chips." I said into the piece.
"Flora, huh? She does seem like a perfect girl for you." Peter said.
"Well…I…uh." I uttered out and feel myself blushing.
"Oh that's right she's there with you. Sorry." He said,
"Its okay. Oh wait a minute lets see if Miele wants something." I said then I turn to Flora. "What would Miele like?" I asked.
"She's allergic to nuts and she's also a Pesce-pollotarian
. A grilled cheese with a small autumn salad maybe?" She said.
I nodded and told Peter what Miele wanted. After that I turn back towards Flora.
"You might want to call Miele and tell her to come." I said,
"Okay." She pushed the button on her ear piece. "Miele." She said. We waited a couple seconds. Then I hear incoherent mumbling which I'm guessing is Miele.
"Do you want to have lunch with Helia and I?" She asked her.
Incoherent mumbling.
"Okay." She said back then let go of the button. "She's coming." She said looking back at me.
"All right." I said. We sat in silence for a few minutes.
"So…um…how long have you been playing the piano?" I asked making conversation.
"I taught myself when I was ten. I had a keyboard at my old house." She said.
"Cool. Maybe after lunch you can sing and play for me and your sister?" I asked looking at her hopefully.
"Um…well…I don't know." She said blushing.
"Oh come on, Flora, please?" a voiced piped up from the doorway that leads to the great hall. We looked and see Miele walking in. She took the seat on the other side of Flora.
Flora sighed defeated. "Okay." She said. I smiled happily till all of a sudden my ear piece started to static. I push the button,
"Yeah?" I said.
"Would you all like something to drink?" Holly, one of the chefs asked me.
"Oh, I forgot about that, yes. I would have green tea." I said then looked at Flora and Miele.
"What would you two like to drink?" I asked.
"Green tea." Flora said.
"Lemonade." Miele said.
I nodded and tell Holly what they want. Now I decide to get to know Flora more. And it will help with Miele around. Cuz she can tell me stuff too.
"Um…are you a semi-vegetarian too, Flora?" I asked.
"No. I'm a full vegetarian." She answered.
"Cool. What are your hobbies?" I asked.
"I like gardening, taking care of my plants, reading, playing the piano, singing, and hanging out with my friends." She said.
"When's that party you're supposed to go to?" I asked suddenly remembering and maybe, hopefully I can escort her.
"I don't know. Stella doesn't even know. All she said is get a dress early. She said maybe before we go back to Alfea. I don't know. I could've waited for the dress. But she texted me last night reminding me again. So I thought since we were out." She said.
She so cute how she feels that she has to explain things to me. "Well I'm really glad we got you one. You'll be the most beautiful one there." I said.
"Oh…well…it was thanks to you. Thank you again." She said blushing.
I was about to say something when Holly came out serving our lunches. "Thank you." We all said. Servants only served us at dinner.
"Anything for a friend." I said to Flora after Holly left.
"So we're friends now?" She asked.
"Only if you want to be." I said.
"Of course." She said smiling at me. I could feel my heart stopping at her smile.
"Are we friends, Helia?" Miele asked me.
I got out of my trance and look to Miele. "Definitely." I said.
"YAY!" She said.
I chuckled then looked back to Flora.
"What's your favorite class at Alfea?" I asked taking a petal chip and eat it.
Flora swallowed a piece of her PB&J and said, "Potions."
"Cool." I said. I realize that I need to eat and stop interrogating her or she and her sister will get suspicious.
After lunch we went into the ballroom. Flora sing and play Sally's Song from Nightmare Before Christmas. I seen it before and I like it but I would've never thought she'll be into that but she said she really likes it. Hmm…maybe for a date we can watch that together. Whenever I worked up the courage to asked her on a date. Anyway while she's doing that Miele and I are dancing around the ballroom. This is starting out to be a perfect friendship. Lets hope someday a perfect relationship. We're friends and getting to know each other more. Her sister likes me and I like her. Their parents and my parents seems to be getting along. What can go wrong?