Marie's POV

°6:30 p m.°

"Hello, my babies!" I excitedly exclaimed as I saw them sitting on the mahogany carpeted floor playing with their cars, each with Carina's barbie doll on top.

They both miraculously sprang to their feet in unison and attacked me with hugs and kisses. I laughed and ruffled both their heads.

"Donut?" Nathan asked, looking at me with his big cute blue eyes.

"Right here buddy," I stated and pulled out the brown bag from my backpack.

"There's one for each of you, the one with pink icing and sprinkles is for Carina," I told him as he gracefully took the bag and ran to her. She was beautiful with honey doe eyes, long silk chocolate hair and a cute round face. She always brings a smile to the boys' face when they're down, especially Nathan. 😏😉

"I'm going in the kitchen to speak to Lola okay," I softly told Ethan, he nodded his head and followed towards his brother.

When I got to the kitchen, I saw Lola's husband Evan, had his arms wrapped around her, while she was frying what looked like eggs and bacon? I smiled at what I saw before my eyes, remembering my parents were just like this before it all happened...

A frail tear spilled out my right eye and I harshly wiped it away. I don't want any of these unwanted thoughts tonight. I internally declared.

"Darling, you're here!" Lola gasped as she quickly unraveled herself from Evan, looking like a red tomato. I laughed when I saw he had a smirk on his face and winked at me. I wink back.

"I hope I'm not interrupting anything," I smirked.

"Oh! No!" She exclaimed defensively.
Evan laughed and pulled me along to the table. He was like a big brother to me.

"Damn, it was so hot inside there!" I whispered mockingly.

He laughed, "You know it!" He stated with a wink.

I giggled.

"How are you kiddo?" he asked in all seriousness.

"I'm good, I guess. But confused really," I honestly said with a sigh. I told him about the job offer and the amount I'll get at the end of the month. To say he was shocked was an understatement.

"Wow! Just out of nowhere? Who does this guy think he is to ask my little Marie to do such a job!" He angrily exclaimed and shock his head.

"Well, I think this man sounds fishy," Lola stated in all honesty.

"I mean out of nowhere in truth! Do you know anything about this man?" she asked and I shook my head.

"But, if you want to check it out, to earn the fast cash... I say go for it!" She said unsure, "Be sure to carry a bottle of pepper spray in case of any mishap, I bought a couple more," she smiled as she went to the kitchen cabinet.

"I still think this is absurd!" Evan stated and passed his hand through his dark brown hair. Ready to get his detective skills on.

"I know, but I'm still thinking about it..." I muttered silently.

~8:03 p.m~

Ethan and Nathan simultaneously yawned as soon as we stepped through the front door of aunt Davina's home.

"Go change and get ready for a bath," I ordered and they quickly went to do what I said.

"Where were you guys?" Davina asked as she looked at me through her piercing dark blue eyes.

"Why do you care?" I raised my eyebrows.

"Young lady, this is my house, so you tell me when and where you go," she shocking stated quite calmly.

I sighed not wanting to spoil my mood.
"I was at Lola's, we always are," I simply said and walked up to the stairs.

I quickly warmed up some water and gave the twins a sponge bath. I changed them into their grey onsies and laid them on the bed. I smiled as I saw they were fast asleep as soon as they touched the bed.

I quickly went and took a shower and changed into my mickey mouse printed pajamas.

When I looked to my bed, I saw Nathan had his right arm draped across Ethan in a protective way. I smiled proudly and pulled the covers and got in with them.

I sighed and looked at the piece of paper Julian gave me. There was a number on it, with the name J. K. in bold. I contemplated whether or not to call.

I took a deep breath and grabbed my phone to dial the number. I slowly moved my finger towards the call button. Please don't answer!

"Hello?" His angelic voice rang through the phone nearly making me drop it. Nearly!

"H-hi? Um, this is Marie," I stuttered, what the hell is wrong with me!

"I see, have you thought about my offer?"

"I have..." I muttered.

"Well? What do you say?" He asked patiently.

"You do know I have school right?" I asked.

"Of course I do! You can just come right after school," he responded happily.

"Okay! I agree to your proposal then," I said with a nervous laugh.

"Maaaa," Ethan tiredly called out.

"I'll see you tomorrow then," I quickly said and awaited his response.

The was a pause before he said, "See you tomorrow beautiful," and hung up the phone.

I smiled as I pulled the twins closer to my body. The things I'll do for you guys.

Morning came as soon as the night went. 

"Mama!" Ethan yelled while jumping on the bed.

"Wake up!" Nathan yelled while touching and pulling my cheeks.

"Urghh, more sleep," I muttered and gently swatted his hands.

Suddenly, I felt a heavy load on my back and then a fit of giggles filled the room. In a flash, I flipped both of them. 

"Here comes the tickle monster!" I yelled and attacked them with my fingers. 

Let's be honest, I'm quite sure I look like a monster with my crazy bed hair.

"Stop!!!" They screamed in unison.
I laughed and hugged them both. I bathed and changed both of their clothes, which consists of; black and green stripped T-shirts and light washed blue khaki pants along with their white sneakers. I made them cereal and left them to eat while I went to shower.

I then changed into a pink dress with a brown belt and a long pale pink cover up with flowers, along with my brown three-inch heels. I added a bit of lip gloss and a heart necklace.

I made sandwiches for both the boys and I and then dropped them off at Lola's, not before showering them with a million kisses.

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Throughout school, I didn't see any sign of Jaime, which had me feeling happy and a tad bit sad. It felt nice to have someone actually talk to me and not only communicate with me to show their pity.

I solemnly sighed as I ate my sandwich under the big mango tree, that never bared any fruit in all it's ten years. Some students say the tree is cursed and that's the main reason no one comes near it, so I made it my place.

"Is that the girl?" Someone whispered and laughed.

"She doesn't look special to me," the voice stated as it came closer. Like right in front of me.

I looked and saw a person who used to be so close to me.
Carrie May.

She had long waist length blonde hair, bright grey eyes, the perfect tan skin, and a slim beautiful body. She was perfect. She stopped being my friend when my parents died. Why? I don't know. But I'm not angry anymore, just a bit disappointed.

"What do you want Carrie?" I asked in boredom as I put down my sandwich and stood up to her height. We were the same height after all.

"I wanted to see who was trying to take my Jaime away from me and as it turned out, it was you," she laughed along with her two puppets Talia and Tina, who were identical twins. With long blond hair and emerald eyes.

They were called the Triple Blond Terrors. Basically the mean bitches in the school.

"Which can never happen," Talia said. "Like look at you!" Tina cackled.

I simply smiled at them, "It's a shame to see you lower yourself to this Carrie," I shook my head.

"And a piece of advice, it was Jaime who was trailing after me, not the other way around. So, next time get your facts correct carebear," I smirked, calling her the nickname I used to always call her. I diligently picked up my stuff and walked away when the bell rang, right on cue.

When school was over, I saw Julian in a black and silver Audi parked out in the car park.

"Waiting for me are you?" I mocked and place my hands over my heart. He got out and damn! He looked smashing in his black and white plaid shirt and jeans.

He smiled, "Of course mademoiselle," he playfully said and opened the door for me with a bow.

"Why thank you, kind sir! I see chivalry isn't dead," I curtsied and entered the car. It smelt new and the seats were clean and posh.

He laughed as he entered, "Not for a pretty lady like yourself," he smirked as he sped out the car park.

"Do you tell that to all the lovely ladies who have modeled for you," I mocked.

"Only the most gorgeous ones," he teased. I smiled and looked out the window.

After thirty minutes, we finally reached a huge building, which was just out of town. It was spotted with starry lights all around and looked quite beautiful. It had four stories and was painted dark blue and white with a huge J. K. Corporations at the top of the building.

"Come on," he pulled me along when he saw I wasn't moving. I let him drag me along like a puppet. His hands were soft and gentle. Imagine how it would feel when-

"Hi! You must be our new model! You're very beautiful indeed," a woman in a satin blouse and pencil skirt stated cheerily as she tried to drag me along.

"She's with me!" Julian's spoke in authority. The woman shrunk back and nodded her head.
He then laughed, I looked at him incredulously. What the hell is wrong with this man!?

"You can have her Sherry," he playfully said then looked at me.
"You should listen to what Sherry here has to say okay," he ordered in all seriousness and walked away before I can even reply.

Is this man bipolar?!

Sherry wasted no time and pulled me into a room. A dressing room. It was white and held a large mirror on the wall. A huge closet was opposite it, I opened it and saw a sight I've never seen before. It was a walk-in closet with a ton of lingerie! I mean as many as you can never think of!
From G-string to bed wear, silk gowns to pantyhose, flashy underwear with open parts, etc. Wtf!

There was also another door to the closet which held a variety of shoes. Wow!

What have I gotten myself into?!

Word Count: 1865

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