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I AM CINDERELLA - Chapter 8
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I sighed heavily as I put my hand on the phone. What does Sarah want? She said there is something important. What is very important? I don’t think I have anything to do with them anymore.
Do they want to give a gift? But she didn’t say she wanted to give a gift. Her voice is like she’s in hurry. Actually, Sarah has called me two or three times at the office to ask me to meet. Finally I had to agree to meet her tonight, at Aunt Jane’s restaurant.
Tonight, there are not many people. Maybe because it’s not the weekend. If it’s a normal day, this is how the situation at Aunt Jane’s restaurant. People who come can be counted. I helped Aunt Jane cut vegetables and onions. My nose is running and my eyes are watering because of the cute onions.
” Charlee, there is a customer. “
Jaja patted my shoulder making me flinch. I stretched my neck to reach out. I smiled when I saw Sarah and…Madam Emma? But just now Sarah didn’t even say that Madam Emma was coming. I watched them and looked for a glimpse of that stupid jerk. Is he coming also? But, what’s wrong with me? Why I do busy looking for that man.
” Go quickly! “
Jaja’s voice made my shoulders rise.
” You, I’m not deaf yet, you know? You don’t need to shout in my ear.”
” Then who told you to be chestnut? “
” Who said I’m chestnut? It’s not good to accuse an orphan like me, you know. “
I acting frowned.
” Hmmm… that’s just your tactic always. I won’t be fooled. “
Jaja snickered, making me laugh softly. Aunt Jane just smiled thinly. I stepped out and approached the table of Sarah and Madam Emma. Sarah waved at me. I also raised my hand as a sign of greeting her.
” How long have you been waiting? ” Sarah asked as soon as I approached her.
” It’s been a long time, since this restaurant opened last evening. Madam is here too? “
Lol, it’s clearly that Madam Emma here. I’m just asking as a preface.
” Yes, dear. It was actually auntie who told Sarah to make an appointment with you. “
“Oh, really? No wonder you keep calling me and ask me to meet. It looks like you get an instructions. “
Sarah and Madam Emma laughed.
” Have a seat Charlee, let’s chat. “
” Okay, but before that you have to order first.”
I took out a note and a pen. They were stunned.
” Umm.. Madam, I work here. Part time job. So, what do you want to order? “
” Oh, really? You’re so hardworking, Charlee.”
I just smiled when I was praised like that.
After taking the order, I went inside. I asked for permission from Aunt Jane to chat with them, not wanting to be accused of didn’t work properly. I pulled a chair and sat next to Sarah.
” How long has you’ve been working here? ” asked Madam Emma, she’s trying to dig up my life story.
” It’s been a long time, almost two years. “
” How old are you? “
” 17 years old. “
” Oh, you’re still young, no wonder you look cute. Where do you go to school? “
I bow down. If only I were still in school, I would proudly mention the place where I gained that knowledge.
” I quit a year ago. “
Madam Emma and Sarah were greeted with surprised expressions.
” It’s so sad. But why? “
“The situation forced me Madam. I had to work to support my siblings. “
” Your parents? “
” They are gone. Cuz of an accident last year.”
My voice slowly brought tears to my eyes. It really hurts every time I have to open an old memory. I tried to hold back.
” So, you decided to quit school and work to support your siblings? “
I just nodded.
” How many siblings do you have? “
” Two. I’m the eldest. “
” Oh, what about your relatives? “
I could only shake my head. Even if there is, I don’t want to trouble them.
” So, Charlee, you really doesn’t have a legal guardian? “
Sarah’s words reminded me of the three people from the Social Welfare Department. I sighed heavily.
” That’s the problem…”
They looked at each other.
” One day, people from SWD came. They wanted to take us away. They wouldn’t let me take care of my siblings, because I am still underage. Unless there is someone willing to be our legal guardian. I don’t know… My brain is already jammed. “
” When will they come to take you all? “
” They gave me a week. It seems the day after tomorrow will come. It just so happens that the period given by the landlord is almost over. “
” Landlord ? “
” Yes, Madam. The landlord has been kicking us out for a month. “
” I’m pity of you…”
Sarah rubbed my back. I flashed a smile. My eyes are heavy to look at, my shoulders are heavy to carry it, Miss Sarah. I don’t know why it’s so easy for me to tell a story to a person who is still a stranger to me. I can usually do it myself. It seems that my brain is saturated and frozen so I have to express it. Or because they are too friendly, without thinking about each other’s status?
Madam Emma took a long breath. Maybe she also thinking about my problem. I’m sorry Madam, it was not my intention to drag you into this great problem of mine.
I got up to take the order they ordered a moment ago when I saw a signal from Aunt Jane. I served them carefully.
” Please, enjoy your meal. Oh yes, what is so important that Miss Sarah wants to say that you have to make an appointment tonight? “
I sat back and looked at Sarah. Try to change the topic. I feel the atmosphere is too serious.
” It’s not me. It’s Madam who wants to talk to you. “
My eyes turned to Madam Emma. She smiled at me with a very dim look. A mother’s view of love.
” It’s a coincidence, Charlee… what auntie wants to say is related to your problem. “
I frowned. I don’t understand Madam Emma’s implied language. I’m restless.
” Actually, auntie is very grateful for being given a second chance to continue living. And auntie owes a lot to the person who saved auntie’s life. “
She stopped and stared at me sadly. When this repay things will be over?
” So, auntie really wants to repay your kindness. But if auntie tells you to ask for something, you really doesn’t want it, right? And if the auntie buys you the dream item, of course you doesn’t want to, right dear? “
I just smiled. That’s my nature. Helping people without expecting anything in return. That was an order that was entrusted to me by both of my parents.
” So what do you say, if you becomes my adopted child? I can becomes adoptive mother to you and your siblings, do you want? Just let auntie be the legal guardian for the three of you, okay? “
I stared. My eyes fluttered looking at Madam Emma. Trying to process her words. Her face clearly expects approval from me.
I turned my gaze to Sarah. Want to get the certainty of the girl as well. She smiled widely as her hand rubbed my hand.
” But…”
” But what, Charlee? Just accept Madam’s offer. Let’s just think that Madam is repaying the kindness of you, Charlee. ” Sarah said happily.
It’s easy for this girl to talk. How can that be. This is same like I’m trying to take advantage of the kindness I spread. My mom and dad never taught me that.
” Sorry, I can’t accept it. “
” Charlee, please…give me a chance. This is all I can do for you, Charlee. You doesn’t want money and things, so auntie can only give you and your siblings love as a mother to all of you. After all, my house is quiet. Danny is always not stuck at home. “
Daniel? That stupid jerk? Oh no, no, I don’t want to be his adopted sister. I’ll be punished later. After all, he will definitely not agree at all. He will definitely accuse me of deliberately taking advantage of his mother. I don’t want to be accused of that. I have self-respect. I still have dignity.
” Sorry, Madam… I really can’t, ” I said refusing.
” But why Charlee? ” You need somebody to protect you and your siblings. And I’m the right person, am I? I will protect all of you. Just give me a chance to prove that. To prove my love to you. “
I bowed silently. I didn’t know what to answer. I need time to think.
” I need more time, Madam. I’ll think about it.”
Madam Emma smiled and nodded in agreement.
” But there’s no much time left, Charlee, by tomorrow you must give the answer, ” Sarah interrupted.
” I know. But this is all too sudden. After all, we just get to know each other… less than a week. “
” So you doubt Madam? “
” It’s not like that, sorry if you feel offended, Madam. My siblings is my priority. I don’t want to burden you. Each one of them has their own style Madam, Miss Sarah, “
I stared at them in turn.
” I understand, you doesn’t want to part with them, right? Charlee, don’t worry, you won’t part with them at all. Auntie will take everyone to stay with me. My house is big. There are ten rooms, dear, choose which room you like. The more the merrier. “
Ten rooms? Oh God, she’s so rich! My house has only one room. Even that only deserves to be called a store.
” I’ll talk to my siblings later. “
” See, just take it easy. You don’t need to be dizzy to think about all your problem. Think about the future of your siblings, Charlee. They need nutritious food and a comfortable place to grow up and learn. “
If it’s about support, just give it to Sarah.
” And one more thing, Charlee… you must further study. Take A-level exam. It’s very important, you know that, right?
I gasped. Take A-level exam? This is what I’ve been waiting for all this time. What a great opportunity!
” But, I think it’s too late for that. I’m sorry, Madam. It’s already January, the exam is on May. There are four months left to catch up, I don’t think I can. “
” Of course you can, sweety. I’ll send you to private school. What’s important is your unceasing efforts. Okay? ”
Sarah smiled wryly. I smiled back. My heart sings happily. The dream of studying again will be fulfilled if I accept Madam Emma’s offer. But at the same time, I feel anxious with that rude guy reaction later. What will he think? I think maybe it’s okay if it’s only me, but there’s my siblings also. It’s outrageous!