Chapter 27: First Look At The New Library
"Mom."
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After two ignored responses from my mom, I went up to her bed and started rubbing her shoulder to get her attention.
"Mom." I said to her again.
"*mumble* Yes, Kaze?"
"Are you off today from work?"
"*yawn* No I'm not off… wait, what time is it?" Mom asked while checking her phone. And looking at her face, she was shocked.
"*gasp* Crap, Crap, Crap, Crap, Crap, Crap, Crap, Crap, Crap, Crap, Crap, Crap! I'm late, I'm late, I'm late, I'm late, I'm late! THANK YOU FOR REMINDING ME KAZE!" Mom shouted.
I then saw Mom charge downstairs to get herself taken care of, looking shocked by her sudden burst of energy, trying to get out of the bed.
It was Thursday morning and now two days since I have left Primp Town and it's been super quiet ever since I have made it back home. Still, it seems to me that there is still nothing important for us, so I believe the next thing for us is to do what we want again… although today I'm going to the library so that's something new for me. But… I'm still a little blushed about the fact that everyone has taken a liking to my appearance. I… just have no answer for what I should say about me being popular. I wonder if I'll get the same result here at the library.
"Sheesh, Kaze. Being comfortable sleeping got me distracted and I didn't even set my alarm on my phone, so this is all on me!" Mom shouted.
"You're not at fault, mom. I can't really blame you for being so late. It's just you didn't check your time, probably."
"*sigh* That too. And I think my co-workers are probably worried about me because of this. I guess I got to explain my reason generally."
"Well, sometimes it happens. You can't have yourself to blame for everything that you did wrong. I think it was just one mistake that you created for now."
"I guess you're right. I couldn't help myself. Anyway, are you sure you want me to drop you off at the library? Because I might feel worried about you for hours."
"Don't worry. On your next break, you can come pick me up. It's not like I'm staying there forever right? I know I love to see what books I want to read, but I'm not gonna bother you picking me up if you're free. So you'll get to see me for a little while longer."
"Well… I guess you are not lazy…"
"Mhm."
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"Ok. I guess you could drop you off at the library."
"Thank you. But aside from that, what do you want me to do?"
"I don't know. You can watch tv, walk outside, make yourself some breakfast, all that other stuff."
"I guess that's basic. No matter, I'll go outside. You are still going to work on that stone?"
"Maybe. I'll try to see if I can get more clues. In the meantime, just do what you want to do."
"Ok. I'm just wanting to get air anyways."
I went upstairs to my room to get myself freshened up, like brushing my teeth, taking a shower, and putting on my clothes, which was a sky blue t-shirt with black stars that were partially covering the bottom of the t-shirt, some black jeans and these black and sky-blue sneakers.
I'm gonna be honest, sky blue is my second favorite color. I know I'm all purple and that is my most favorite color, but looking at sky blue more often, it very slowly caught my interest by just looking at it. I couldn't tell if it was a peaceful color or if it was just pretty. Or rather, I wouldn't call it pretty. Let's just say it was a peaceful color. To me. So that's why I had interest in that color.
I went downstairs to walk out the door and went outside. It was actually cloudy outside. Mostly it would be sunny here, but it's now cloudy. Completely. But on the bright side, it's not that cold out here.
Our environment here is so peaceful because there are not a lot of houses that are nearby. I've also left out the part that we've been in this house for two years now. The other house we have been to was rented for 9 years. The year that I was just 5 years old. I haven't told my mother why though since I can see the reasoning for this.
I was walking down deeper and away from my home to see how the environment, that was aside from my home, is turning out. And what I saw was still a peaceful environment. Nothing still has changed. I'm okay with an environment that is peaceful, but maybe they could make it better? I'm not trying to judge, but maybe some people could make something entertaining for others. I'm not sure.
Or so… I thought the environment would be peaceful at that time. Because after I was making a corner to where many stores are at, there were multiple people that were looking at me. It was starting to creep me out because I didn't know what they wanted from me.
It took me a minute to realize why they were looking at me. But then I reflected back to what I was witnessing back at Super Full Course Track.
Ok, am I really that cute?! Geez, everybody is really starting to have an interest in me at this point.
I was blushing really hard at this point because of me noticing how many people were wanting to see how much they like my appearance. But then things started to shift just a little.
"Are you ok? Am I making you feel uncomfortable?" One boy asked.
"Yeah. You look a little… worried." Another boy asked.
"Uhh… k-kinda. It's really odd how I'm the only person that is being… liked."
"Liked? This is the first time I'm seeing you so…"
"Yeah. Me too."
"I like how you look!"
"Hey, can we get along with each other!"
"I don't even care about Candace! You look way cuter than everybody else!"
"Oh my gosh! Can you tell me how you did your hair like that?! It looks so cute!"
"Hey, can I have your phone number?! I want you to tell me how…"
"OK IT WAS NICE KNOWING YOU GUYS! I'LL SEE YOU AROUND!" I screamed as I rapidly ran away from a group of people, still feeling blushed about everyone expressing interest in me.
I don't even want to admit that I'm cute. I mean, should I?
After several minutes of trying to calm myself down after what was a random… celebrity-ish… type of scene, I was on my way back inside the house. Now you see why I don't want to be described as beautiful. I only want to be myself. Yes, I know I have an amazing purple ponytail and all… but still though I just like it that way. There's nothing more to it.
It was still unexpected. At first, I was the only girl alone that would be alone because of the fact that I wanted to focus on my personal dream. Speaking of not wanting to be described as beautiful, I then thought about someone that one person mentioned he didn't care about.
Did that person mention Candace? I don't even know that person in general. Is she the more beautiful girl?
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Well whoever that girl is, I hope I didn't steal the spotlight from her. Her reputation would be jeopardized in mere seconds. And I might be the only person that just stole a popular person's territory in terms of trying to be beautiful and stuff like that.
After several minutes of walking back home, I then saw someone that was coming out of our home. And I was concerned why she wanted to go outside. I wonder if she wanted to notify me on something.
Or so… I thought she would.
"Mom? You had to stop working?" I asked her.
"Oh, Kaze. Well, surprisingly, my boss told me how much hard work I had to put in while doing my job and it was phenomenal so he gave me this time to take the remainder of the days off for the week. So that's why I had to come back and get dressed so that we can go to this library that we can go to."
"Wow. That's surprising. I never thought you worked that hard to earn your break."
"Yes, I never saw that coming too. I mean I really wanted to work today, but I guess I can't take back rewards so yes."
"Well, is the library open?" I asked my mother.
"Yes. I think so. You want to go now?"
"Yes please. I can finally get a breather from the recent event I went through." I said with a sweatdrop.
"What happened?"
"More people were liking the way I look."
"Ooooh. So my Kaze is so~ popular." My mom said like she was a fan at a concert.
"Ok, please don't." I said while blushing while looking away.
"I mean you are cute when you are embarrassed, you know. FYI."
"Can we please go to the library now?!" I shouted while my cheeks were still red.
"Ok ok. Geez, no need to yell at your own mother. Cutie."
"Ugh… I'm ready to dye my hair back in seconds." I whispered with a facepalm.
We both went to mom's car and got in, trying to erase the irrelevant topic that got me into an uncomfortable feeling. I would've also told my mom that I just like how I look. I don't want to take myself a step further.
But all of that aside, I'm just glad I'm going back to the library again. It's been almost several months since I have last been there. I haven't even been there much since I have a stack of books. Almost 20 of them. I've finished 9 of them so far. I'm on my tenth book. But I'm not usually here to grab some books at the library. I'm just wanting to explore around.
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Ok… maybe I'll grab one to read. But maybe after I'm done exploring around this place.
"So I got to ask. How many people were trying to gain interest in you?" My mom said as we were now off to the library.
"Lots." I said, with no hesitation.
"But I'm gonna be honest. I had no idea people started liking you nowadays. I'm really curious because everyone was dead silent on the way you looked. Was there anyone from your school that was more popular in terms of being beautiful?"
"Uhh… no, I don't actually recall. I'm just always in my lane."
"Ahh… I see."
"But describing how I look in general, I just like myself that way. I don't want to take myself a step further."
"Well, you don't want a group of boys wanting to see you as an idol or something? Maybe a model?"
"No, because it's not my thing. Sure I look nice and all, but I would just feel uncomfortable looking beautiful."
"It's not always uncomfortable looking beautiful. Not every female wants to be beautiful when putting on new clothes or dying their hair. But you are you, so if you don't want to be beautiful, then I can understand, but just know that you caught a lot of people's attention with the way you look. Not to mention, your light-purple eyes. Which is super rare for a human being. You might be the only person with that color."
"Yes. I understand. I must feel lucky that I'm the only person with a different appearance. This is the United Kingdom we are talking about, yes. So it's possible I am probably the first person with purple hair and light-purple eyes."
"Yes, I think so. But I don't think anyone would be talking about it."
Another thought came into my mind afterwards.
"You know, mom. Are you planning on reading a book too? At the library?"
"Well… probably. I have no idea what I want to do today to spend my weekend off so why not read a book."
"I mean, you don't have to. It's not like I'm recommending it or anything. You are smart and all… if you are."
"I am smart, sweetie. I can be smart at many things."
"Oh. I never noticed that in the first place. But wait, you watch soccer all the time, yes?"
"Of course. But not all the time. I focus on other stuff that involves work. But it's mainly all about financing and stuff like that. So money is what's important for me in my life. Yes, soccer is my main favorite, but I do not want to find myself next to join in the deepest hole there is with all these poor people inside there. It's not very spiffing to me and my life. So I don't want to go inside that hole."
"Ahh, so that's why you are trying to be very diligent. All just for money and stuff like that. I bet you are trying to be even richer than Raffina of course."
"Well I would, but I don't think Raffina doesn't have that much money to become richer than me."
"Actually, mom. She does."
"Really?!"
"I'm telling the truth."
"How?"
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"I haven't asked her, sadly." I said with a sweatdrop.
"So she's not rich."
"She is rich. I haven't asked her how yet. I'll tell her when I return to Primp Town."
"All right. Anyway, I think you are gonna like this library since it's upgraded so get ready to be amazed."
"Is it really good?"
"I'm super sure."
"Ok. Then I believe you." I said with a smile.
"You'll see." My mom said with a wink.
We both made it to the library after a 10 minute ride to our destination. When I took a first glance at it, I was surprised at what I saw from the outside.
Wow, so this is the library. This place seems to me that it'll get even better when I walk in. I wonder what I'll get to experience.
"What do you think? Nice, huh?" My mom asked.
"Sure is. It looks really nice. I like it." I said with a smile.
"That's great to hear. Let's go inside."
"Sure thing."
We both entered the library and when we looked inside, our eyes lit up big when we took a look at the inside. First the outside was amazing, then inside was even better than that.
"My… Goodness." We both said as we looked at how big the inside was. It was literally, so… so big. You might get lost here most of the time. And there were a lot of desks filled with 50 percent of the people I should say. I can't estimate the count.
"I can't even debate. They did the upgrades very well."
My mom said.
"I agree. Where's the librarian though? I want to navigate where he or she is before doing something else."
"Now? I mean shouldn't we just give ourselves a tour, at least?"
"Well… do you want to? Well, we can if you want. This is our first time being here anyway." I said.
"Yeah. Let's do that first."
"Ok. Let's go."
We walked around the library to see what was new around here. There were lots of huge shelves filled with books and I was surprised that they were all organized neatly and completely new. There were a lot of books to choose from. But I don't actually know where to start from here.
"Geez, there sure are a lot of books around here." Mom whispered.
"Your right. I like how they are stacked up neatly. But I don't know which one I want to read first though." I whispered.
"Well you've used to read books that involve magic before, right?"
"Yes. But that was me studying it while reading. I wonder what I should read besides that."
"Same. It's mainly a lot to choose from in my point-of-view."
"Yup. It's great that they have the new ones in stock. It makes me wanna guess the names of these books."
"Me too. Speaking of the names of the books, how many books have you finished so far?"
"I've finished nine of them. It's still a long way to go, but It's still my favorite thing so I'm gonna handle it."
"You really love to have peace and quiet."
"Sure do. Everyone loves peace and quiet."
"I agree. Most people like having peace. But mostly, people are fine with loud noises. Just at parties or sporting events."
"Yes. You're right. Geez, I still can't believe there are a lot of books. Should we use the computers here to find what we want?"
"I mean we can if you want. I'm only here to see what book interests me the most."
"Yes. And I think the computers will help mostly if we just try to use him. So let us go."
"Alright. Wait for me, sweetie."
We both kept going deeper inside the library as there were more shelves and books in this library. I couldn't even judge how big this place is. Although there were not many people in this building. Which is good enough for us because hopefully we could find someone that actually knows about this place and he or she could give us a tour around here. This place is definitely like a new generation.
"These computers are hard to find, isn't it?" Mom asked while we were still walking around.
"No doubt about it." I whispered. "This place really has changed. Almost as if I'm in a new building or something. Or rather, I haven't seen this library the way it was since I have first been here.
"Do you think it was because most people didn't like the decoration before this building got… improved?"
"Probably… they should have some computers around here. But due to this building being… THIS big, It's highly doubtful that I'm gonna get one lucky penny that is in my sleeve."
"You don't need to feel bad about it. I know it's big, but we just have to keep going forward. I'm sure there we can get this so-called lucky penny that is in our sleeves. Remember when you said you didn't want to be lazy?"
"Umm… Yes."
"Now we need to keep going. If you want to find what you want, then now's the time to go get what you want."
"Well… ok. Maybe now… wait, I think I see the librarian right there." I said while pointing at a woman a few yards away from us.
"Wait where?" She asked.
As soon as she saw where I'm pointing at, her face lit up… wide. Almost as if she was going to cheer as loudly as she can until she loses her voice.
I could tell that my mom definitely knows that person. So I'm thinking that we are in for a surprise.
"No way. It's her." My mom whispered.
"You know her, mom?" I asked her.
"Trust me, we've haven't met each other for so long. Probably since you were born. Try to follow my lead. I'm gonna go surprise her."
"Well… if you say so."
I then followed mom to meet up with the librarian that I mentioned a few seconds ago. I'm just surprised that mom never told me about that woman she got along with before I was born. But this might be the first time that I'm about to look at her face to face.
What does she look like, you ask? Well, she has long blonde hair and blue eyes. I haven't got a chance to look at her uniform. I'll tell you when I get the chance.
"Sorry to bother your current break." My mom said to the librarian as we reached her. And she was looking at us surprised.
"Oh… my… goodness. Jordyn?" The librarian asked.
"So it really is you, Lauren." My mom said.
"I can't believe it… it's been so long."
"I know… I can't describe this emotion."
The two of them then hugged it out after so many years that they've been apart from each other. To be honest, I never noticed that mom would have a relationship with someone that I don't know of, but since she knew her before I was born, I guess I'm getting ready to be joined into the relationship as well. Since I'm the daughter.
In the end, I'm just happy for those two to be back together again. But then something came into my mind.
How does my mom's friend get this job anyway?
"So how are you? How did you get here?" My mom asked.
"Well, my 10 year lease for my apartment came to an end a month ago and we didn't have any food or water in order to survive so we asked the locals around to see if they have any money or something that will help me and my family survive. That was when some random guy was helping me entirely and offered me a job here in this library. At first I was ecstatic, but then I asked why just to get the feeling that nobody stepped in to take the role of librarian. He said that the previous librarian got fired due to getting caught smoking. A lot of people saw what that guy was doing and my mind was scrambled because I didn't think he would ever do that. So that's why he offered me this opportunity to take the role as librarian."
"Geez, that psycho. Smoking while in a public library. Was this place still open after the incident?" My mom asked.
"Yes. And the manager apologized to everyone for witnessing what was an unsafe occurrence and he'll try to look for any more details about that person who was smoking."
"Well, lucky you. I'm just glad I get to see you again, Lauren."
"Same here, Jordyn… oh wait, is this your daughter?"
"You may not think that she is my daughter, but she actually is. This purple-haired sixteen year old is my daughter named Kaze." Mom said as she wrapped her arm around my waist.
"You named your daughter… Kaze?" The librarian asked, looking confused.
"I just thought it would be an excellent name for me."
To me, it's rare.
"That's actually… very rare. Anyway, nice to meet you, Kaze. You may call me Lauren, or Ms. Lauren, or Ms. Sparr since it's my last name. Whatever works best for you." The librarian said to me with a smile as she offered a handshake.
By the way, she was wearing a blue denim jacket over a black and white tank-top shirt and these basic white jeans that looked really bright. I can't even judge because it's just way too clean. Finally, she had on black high heels. They looked probably new.
"Nice to meet you too. I'll just call you Ms. Lauren for now." I said with a smile and accepted the handshake.
"To me, you women don't really look alike." Ms. Lauren said to us.
"I know. It kinda shocked me a little bit, but I was okay with it." Mom said. "You see, by looking at her eyes, I was just shocked because no person had an eye color this rare before. But in time, I've gotten used to it. For her, she likes it the most."
"That's true." I said with a nod.
"Yeah. I can definitely see that. I also like how you look as a whole." Ms. Lauren said to me.
"Th-Thank You?" I whispered while blushing.
"You don't need to feel embarrassed, sweetie. She just likes how you look." My mom said to me.
"Yes. I like people who wear nice things. There's no need for not wanting to accept a compliment."
"No no. You're fine." I said. "It's just… I don't really have an inclination to be beautiful and all. But I thank you for liking how I look."
"You're welcome. Not all women would want to be beautiful as much. Especially here in this library. Honestly, I heard one person saying that. But not all women want to be beautiful. Especially you since you just want to be yourself and all, which is totally fine by me. *giggle*"
Me and my mom both then giggled with her in the process.
"Ok. Now with all of the introductions aside, what can I do for you two?" Ms. Lauren asked us both.
"Oh, we wanted to ask you if there are any computers around here because this place is so huge." My mom said.
"I know. I can't freaking express it as well. Anyway, just make a right, and then keep on going and it will be right there on your left."
"Alright, thank you very much."
"Thank you." I said to Ms. Lauren.
"No problem. Feel free to ask anytime. I'm always right here." Ms. Lauren said to us both as we walked to our destination.
"So what do you think of Ms. Lauren? Pretty nice, right?" My mom asked me after a few minutes of us walking to the computers.
"She sure is. How come you never told me that she was your friend for a long time?" I asked her.
"Well… to be honest, we never came in touch with each other. For a very long time. I believe it was because we both attempted to work hard at our jobs."
"I see…" I said with a sweatdrop.
"Ok we did communicate. Sometimes. But we just stay in our own lane."
"But aren't you bored after you are done with work? She's always free if you need her."
"I would try, but remember when you told me that you wanted to focus on your dream of becoming a user?"
"Yes. Why?"
"I was like you. You know, I was trying to focus on keeping my job without having to be distracted. Just so I can get paid a lot. Not to mention, being smart like you."
"We may seem fruitful when it comes to our intelligence."
"I'm just glad that reading books made you fruitful. Not to mention, maintaining your high level of studying. Everyone likes a diligent person like you."
"Yup. I agree. Although I may be done with studying magic since I got it and now I can handle it."
Well, Ciel is diligent too. Can't count her out.
"You sure you don't want to study it more? Just in case you want to learn more about the other elements?"
"No. I had it memorized in my head so I know which element is what. I bet I'll be able to tell you which element does what and their strengths and weaknesses. That way, you can be like me in terms of knowing elements."
"Hmm… maybe some other time."
"*sigh* As expected of Jordyn of course."
*PINCH*
"What were you saying?" My mom asked as she was pinching my ear, feeling embarrassed at what I just called her.
"*snicker* N-Nothing, Nothing. I was just joking." I said as I was trying to contain my laughter.
"Tch! It doesn't sound like it to me. But, whatever."
I guess that one was probably payback for trying to take it a step further about me being cute. I can't deny it.
"Alright. We are here." Mom said as we reached the computer station that was up ahead. And it wasn't worth a long walk though.
"I guess that walk wasn't bad to say the least."
"It sure wasn't. And luckily no one is on so we can now see what books we want."
"I wanted to ask. What books do you mostly like to read?"
"Umm… I'd like to read drama books but mostly books that involve adventures or something like that."
"I see… what do you think dad likes to read?"
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"I have no idea. I never asked him." My mom said with a sweatdrop.
Again as expected of… ok let me not say it again because she is gonna be mad. But it is still funny to watch.
"He is still traveling, huh?" I asked with a sweatdrop.
"Well, I'll ask him if he ever returns home. We just got to wait and see. Although I want him to return to us though."
"It still takes a long time though."
"I know. We still need to be patient, sweetie."
"Understood. I would still be a little bit lonely without him. But I guess it's still not gonna bother me since I have you."
There was no reason I had to be upset right there. Mainly because I have a very loyal mom at my side because of everything that she does for me as a whole. It's hard to say that most moms like her can be handy, but to do this, the requirements to make them act like they are handy are respect and civility. I was mastering those expectations while talking to my mom. We sometimes tease each other, but we still care about each other when it mattered the most. As for dad, we still care about him, he is just like mom when talking to me. He has a very cool personality, he's calm… he's just straightforward. Although he can be funny at times.
You'll see what I mean when he comes to me.
"But don't worry though. We'll always be together. Just promise me that you'll wait longer until he can come by soon."
"Ok."
"Now then, let's see what they got here in these computers."
"Ok then."
We then got on the computers and what we saw were a list of books that were in stock. Most of them were probably romance and drama. I mostly read random books. But just books that are adventurous and the ones that involve magic. If you guys are wondering why, it's not just the books that study magic like elements, the ones that I read and study. It's just other people going on adventures with magic. Those types of books. It'd be a long story to tell you all of the books that I have bought and read and what they are about. Since it's all based on magic but with other stuff that is involved in those stories as well.
"There's not much on here that's interesting to me." My mom said with a confused look while looking at the stories that are in stock.
"What are you trying to look for?" I asked my mother while looking at her screen.
"I'm trying to find some adventurous books that are on here, but it's hard to find one to say the least."
"There is a section called "categories" that has a category called adventures. You can look on there if you want."
"Oh yeah. I didn't see that right there. I'm already new here anyway so I guess I should consider a tour."
"A tour? There's a bunch of things on this site though."
"Yes, but I haven't been on here often so I'm just going to have to figure out what is on here."
"Alright. Suit yourself."
For me, I know all about this website, so I have no problems finding what I want.
*10 MINUTES LATER*
"So did you figure out what you wanted?" Mom asked as we were walking back to the main lobby.
"Yes. For some reason, The Hunger Games book caught my interest. I really wanted to read that." I said to her.
"Actually, same here. I was planning on getting a copy too."
My mom then sighed for some reason. I was wondering what was up for some reason, but I decided to ignore it.
But then she said this…
"To be honest, Kaze. I haven't been to that series in a long time."
"You didn't? Why not?"
"Because I was very busy with work and all of those sorts of stuff. I was working very hard as an adult. I just want lots of money, you know."
"But there are times that you can take a break, you know. You said you haven't been reading the whole series, so taking a break from work would be the best option. Maybe taking a walk, watching a movie, even with me, all those sorts of things. That's just my suggestion."
"Yeah I know. Maybe I should pick it up. Don't want to find myself caught off-guard by this one."
"Agreeable."
"Wait, so where do you think it'll be? I forgot to ask that."
"I think it is in Section D or B. You want to split up to look for it?"
"We can if you want. It will be way much easier to look for the books while splitting up."
"Very well. I'll tell you when I find them."
"Same here. I'll tell you when I find them."
"Yeah…" I said with a sweatdrop as we both splitted up and went to the shelves.
So I was alone heading to the A section following the letters. In the library, there are sections A to F. It was not hard to find the sections since they are in alphabetical order horizontally. Like, A, B, and C are on the top. And D, E and F are on the bottom.
I went to Section B first to find the book called "The Hunger Games". I had a feeling that this book would be in the B section as I looked in the rows to find it. There were so many books here on this shelf that I had to find what I was looking for by searching the books in alphabetical order. I was thinking that the first letter of the title of the book would be T so I had to skip through and find the letter T.
I sure hope there is one in stock.
And once I was at the letter T…
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Nothing came up.
Really? There's not one in stock? I'm pretty sure it was in this section.
I then sighed hard, not knowing that the book was not here so I walked out of the B section and headed for the D section. I know I'm smart with knowing where all of the books are at, but I didn't know I had myself mixed up with the letters of the sections that indicate where the book is at. Maybe they have changed the books around in the sections. I'm not sure.
This library has really changed. And I haven't got a single foot inside for months. Now I get to experience a whole new library that is filled with bigger shelves, more books and categories that every book is recognized for. It's going to take some time for me to…
*BUMP*
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"Oh no… the books." I then, without paying attention, bumped into a girl who had a stack of books in her arms. I was wondering why she was carrying these books.
"Sorry about that. I wasn't paying attention." I said to the girl that I bumped into, causing her to drop the books.
"It's fine. It's just that I have so many books that I have to carry. I'm trying to use most of my energy though."
The girl said.
"Here. You want me to help you stack them up again?"
"Yes. Thank you. I owe you big for this."
"Oh, you don't have to." I said while I went on my knees and helped stack the books up. "It's just I'm free for anyone who needs help. That's all. Well, not all the time."
"Oh really? Well I guess you don't have to owe me. But I truly thank you."
"By the way, what are these types of books that you are carrying?"
"Oh these are books that involve adventures and magic. I really like reading those things."
Oh my. So she is interested in reading those as well.
"I see. I'm actually into that as well." I said as I was finished stacking up the books.
"Really? That's nice to hear. And I thank you again for helping me stack them back up. I have to put these into the shelves that they belong so I can get back to work. Anyway, thank you once again for helping me. If… nngh... I have enough energy. Ok I think I got it. Alright, see you later."
I then watched the girl use all of her strength to move where she needed to be. I didn't know if she was going to handle it, but since she said so, I had to let it slide for now.
If you readers are wondering what she looks like, she had long light-blue hair, and had light blue eyes which is quite a combination. She had on a white leather jacket over a blue t-shirt, blue jeans and these plain blue low top sneakers. So I guess it was just a basic outfit.
But there was something else that she said that kinda got me thinking.
Wait… that girl. Did she say that she had work? Wait a second. Did she get a job here? In this library? Now I'm curious to know.
I then continued walking to my destination to the D section to find the book I was looking for. To be honest, I forgot to ask the girl if she sees The Hunger Games book, but it doesn't actually matter since she is in the rush to do something. The D section might have the book that I'm looking for so I proceeded ahead.
So I know some of you are surprised why I didn't read that book. I know. I was absolutely late reading it. It's just that I was busy focusing on working with magic. I haven't even looked on Google or any other source that searches for this. So I'm sorry if I was skipping a lot of good books or novels that you guys suggest that I would read. It's just… working with magic seems a lot interesting to me. So I tried my hardest to study and study. And you know, when I enter a new dimension, I might be able to figure out how to use the magic. Just like back in the Puyo Puyo dimension where I learned magic from Ms. Accord playing Puyo Puyo. To be honest, it seemed kinda… boring, but I just wanted to try it out no matter what. So now that I have magic, I might be able to get back to reading books… or play video games… I don't know. But The Hunger Games is what I have to look for first.
"Kaze… I found them." I heard my mom say as soon as I walked over to Section D.
"You did? Where?" I said as I walked over to her to see where it is.
"I think these are just… novels. They have "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" and "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay"."
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"Are you sure these are the books? I don't see the title "Hunger Games" on here." I said, looking confused.
"Actually, they are. You can see it on the top of the title."
"Huh?"
I was looking above the title name to see that this was… actually known as "The Hunger Games".
"Ohh… so this is actually it then." I said after realizing it.
"Mhm. I actually looked on Google to see that there were two books that were actually "Hunger Games" books. So the titles made you think that the authors were sneaky not realizing that this was actually it."
"Why do you think they actually did that?"
"I have no idea… not every author makes it harder to think that every story is easier to find when it actually isn't because it isn't actually titled the way it is and try to title a different name on the cover of the book. I guess that is what the author was doing."
"Gee… well I hope I can look carefully at what type of book I am reading because it might be tricky when I am looking for the novels that I want to read."
"I think you'll do just fine. It's not like you are blind when it comes to searching for books that you want to read. And besides, the books may be in alphabetical order so it shouldn't be much of a problem."
"Alright. I wonder if we should pay for these. Are you planning on reading the first one? Catching Fire? Because I'm reading that as well."
"Yes. Are you sure you want to read that one first?"
"Yes I'm sure."
"Alright. Let's go have these checked out."
We both went back to the main lobby and headed straight back to Ms. Lauren to check out our books. This might be actually the first time that I'm getting a book in months.
"Lauren, we found some books that we want to check out." My mom said to her.
"Oh, so Mrs. Matsuzaki and Ms. Matsuzaki found something to read… that's really nice." Ms. Lauren said with a cheeky grin.
"Still on that teasing, I see." My mom said with a sweatdrop.
"Sorry. I couldn't help myself. It's just that it's cute when you look annoyed or embarrassed. I can't help it."
"Yeah yeah yeah. Whatever. I'm not gonna be annoyed. Just for this one time."
"Does this always happen?" I asked both of them.
"Not all the time." Mom said to me. "She rarely likes to show off my little… somewhat of a sadistic but actually annoyed face of mine because of her excessive teasing. But in the end, we are just normal friends."
"I'm going to be honest, whenever someone teases her or annoys the crap out of her… she will fly into a rage. Instantaneously." Ms. Lauren said. "It's almost as if everyone is actually afraid of her. But I always help her calm down. I think that's the only way that will help control her temper."
"Uhh… really?" I asked with a nervous but confused look.
"All I could say is… don't piss me off, Kaze." Mom said to me.
"O-Ok."
I didn't want to say anything, but… I haven't seen her provoked all my life. Does she usually act that way when she's mad?
"So anyway, what are you girls checking out?" Ms. Lauren asked us both.
"We're checking out these books." We then showed her the books we were searching for.
"Oh, "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire"? I've read that novel before."
"Really?" We both asked.
"Yes. In fact, I have read all of "The Hunger Games" books. They are really good and I'm surprised that you two are actually gonna read them."
"Oh? I hope so." I said while I was looking at the book.
"Oh yeah. I've been meaning to tell you that Ms. Lauren also likes to read books. In fact, she knows TONS of books." Mom said to me.
"Oh? Really?" I asked, with my eyes wide.
"Yes. That's correct. I really like reading books. It also helps me be smart in everything. History, Non-Fiction, Fiction… all of the above." Ms. Lauren said.
"Well… I do the same thing. It's just that I like to read books as well. And be smart. *giggle*"
"Wow, really? Well then that means we might call each other twins since we like doing both things at the same time."
"Yeah… twins." My mom said with a sweatdrop.
"Don't worry, mom. You are smart as well so we can't cross you out."
"Aww, Kaze…"
"Umm…"
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"Are you girls done?" We then saw a bunch of people that were standing in line, waiting for us to get checked out.
How are there that many people in line? We just got here!
"Ok, I think we should check out our books now." I said.
"Yeah, let's hurry it up. There's so many people in line." Mom said.
"Ok, you're right. Is this your first time checking out?" Ms. Lauren asked us both.
"Yes. This is our actual first time."
"Alright." Ms. Lauren was then scanning our books in order for our books to get checked out. It doesn't take a while to do so since the scanner does what it does.
"Alright, your books are checked out. Now I gotta help other people." Ms. Lauren said.
"Alright. I'll see you later." Mom said.
"See you later, Ms. Lauren." I said to her.
We then immediately walked away from Ms. Lauren to allow the other people to get their books checked out. I was still surprised that a lot of people were going to get their books checked out immediately after we got here first.
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I wonder if sixteen year olds get jobs here. Maybe I should ask mom.
Author's Note: Alright, remember when I said there were going to be three new characters in the next two chapters, last chapter? I had to secretly add one new character in order to liven things up a little. I didn't want this chapter to get boring so I figured why not I add Jordyn's friend, Lauren Sparr. I may not be so sure if she will play a huge role… I'll try to do a lot of thinking about it. As for the other girl that Kaze bumped. She is actually one of the three characters that are meant to debut. But not formally. Since her actual name is not revealed just yet. But it will be, next chapter. In fact, she might play a big role in this story. Along with other people as well. You'll just have to keep reading to find out.
I'm sorry if I took too long to update. To be honest… It was actually hard to write a person's point-of-view with a person being all alone because it gets harder to write only one person's point-of-view with that person being all alone with just out of ideas on what he or she is doing. That's just how difficult it is for me. Probably because of wait times of something important being so long that makes it harder to figure out what I want to write. Which is probably that case. But I might get out of that slump. In the next few chapters. Maybe when I debut a lot of characters. It's always not going to be the main character's point-of-view as I'm going to give other people a chance to have their point-of-view. And besides, it helps understand the story more clearly so if I switch up the point-of-views, you will now understand where everything is coming from at this point. But Kaze's point-of-view is only going to appear for a while. She is the main protagonist of this WHOLE story so she is going to have the point of views the most. But just, other people are going to have point-of-views. And that's just going to be that for the time being.
Anyway that's all time. Remember to stay safe at all times, favorite and/or follow this story if you are enjoying this story so far and I'll see you guys in the next chapter.