Chapter 9: Chapter 9

Eliana's Point of View

I woke up and looked at the clock on the nightstand. As soon as I saw it was nine in the morning, I jumped up. "No, no, no, no. This can't happen," I said as I went to the walk in closet and grabbed a pair of blue jeans and a black shirt. I hurried to the bathroom and took a shower. Once I was finished showering, I put on my clothes, put my hair in a ponytail, and brushed my teeth. Then I went back to my room and grabbed my bag before leaving.

I looked around the house and saw students all over the home, mostly sleeping. When I got to the living room, I heard moans. I quickly turned my head when I saw two girls and a guy having a threesome. The house was trashed. I could only imagine what the backyard looked like

I ran as fast as I could to class. I couldn't believe I overslept. I could not afford to miss class. I was a scholarship student. My enrollment depended on my grades. Maybe I would have to go and see if I could change rooms. Lilian was so happy being in the mansion, so I was sure she wouldn't mind letting me stay in hers. I would be sure to ask her that when I saw her. I was sure I wouldn't see her in class. There was no telling how long she stayed up.

"When I arrived at school, the first period was almost done. I took my seat and didn't miss the way the teacher looked at me.

"Okay, class. That is it for today. There will be another test on Friday," the teacher said, and everyone got up to leave

"Eliana, can I have a moment?"

"Sure," I said, and I walked over to his desk

"I didn't expect you to be late. I am disappointed. I expected more from you," the teacher said

"I am sorry. It was a long night. One of my roommates..." "That doesn't matter. What matters is that you make sure to be on time. All of us expect you to do very well," the teacher said

"I promise it won't happen again," I said

"I am going to hold you to that. Oh, and come here at lunch so that you can make up the test."

"Thank you," I said. I was so happy that he was giving me a chance to take the test I had missed. I was worried I was going to get a zero on it. I had never gotten a zero in my life. I had never gotten a grade lower than a B.

"This will be the only time I do this."

I walked to my second period class. There was barely anyone there. Ashley wasn't there. The only ones that showed up were the students who had scholarships like mine. I wondered if the other students would get a lecture. Most likely not. I could tell the school let the kids that's family had power get away with anything. It wasn't fair, but that was the way of the world.

The day went by slowly. It took a lot for me not to fall asleep. I was definitely going to ask Lilian if I could stay in her room.

I made my way to the cafeteria once it was time for lunch. "Eliana," I looked up to see Ashley, Killian, James, and Lilian sitting at a table. I went to get my food and walked over to sit with them. I noticed how James and Lilian were sitting close to each other. He had said something to her, and she giggled. That made me worried. I was definitely going to have a conversation with her.

"Hey, when did you get here?" Ashley asked

"At the end of the first period. What about you guys?" I asked

"Just now," Ashley said, and Lililan giggled again. I looked over at them.

"You should have just skipped class," Killian said

"Some of us don't have the luxury to do that," I replied, and Killian just stared at me. That was when I remembered I needed to go take the test.

"Fuck, I have to go make up the test I missed this morning," I said

"But you didn't even eat your food," Ashley said

"I don't have time to eat. Oh, Ashley, I wanted to ask you something."

"What?" Ashey asked

"Since you are staying in the mansion, can I stay in your dorm?" I asked

"Why would you do that?" Ashley asked

"I think it would be for the best," I replied. I could feel Killian's gaze on me, but I didn't look his way

"Sure, just don't tell Dad. He wouldn't like it," Lilian said, and I knew she was right. Father would be upset if he knew Lilian was letting me stay in her room. He would even accuse me of taking advantage of her.

"I won't as long as you don't," I said

"Well, I have to go," I said, and then I left to take the test. Once I made it to the class, I sat at my desk and began the test. The paper was already on my desk when I arrived. It wasn't a hard test, and I was happy I got it done before lunch ended.

The teacher graded the test right then. I stayed in my seat as I watched him look over it. I was happy when I saw a smile on his face.

"You got a hundred percent. Good job, Eliana. I knew you were a good fit for this school. You just need to make sure you get here on time."

"I promise I will," I replied, and I left the class and decided to go outside for a while. I had about twenty minutes before PE would start. I sat on the grass under a tree and took out a book to read.

"You would be out here reading." I looked up to see Killian standing there.