Ellie came out of the bathroom already clad in her pajamas. Without sparing Elsa a glance, she collapsed on the bed gazed at the ceiling for some time before trailing it down to the door. “Tomorrow, please be good to me.” She prayed and slowly closed her eyes.**Next Morning**Jake woke up earlier than Jayson who was still snoring on the bed. He picked his well-ironed uniform; a white shirt which had a barge of Shining Stars High on it, deep blue jacket and a pair of deep blue trousers. He went into the bathroom and came out some minutes later with a towel hanging dangerously low on his waist. At this time, Jayson already woke up and was sitting down. He looked up and saw Jake wearing his clothes already as he dropped his lotion. “Good morning.” He muttered and stood up to have his own bath. Jake pretended not to have heard and continued wearing his clothes. **Jake tied the last lace of his sneakers and bounced up in enthusiasm. Jayson already wore his clothes and prepared. Jake
Not to forget, she ignored some and did not spend time on them. As she has just an hour and half to finish it up and move to the second subject. She could hear the clock tick at every passing second. Her palms already turned cold and sweaty as she wrote down her answers. She was nervous. Why?For once, she stopped writing and closed her eyes tightly. She inhaled and exhaled. She did it for three times. Before, she took her pen again and started writing this time, she tuned everything out. Even the man and the clock. **“Three minutes to go.” She heard. There was nothing more to write. She opened her answer booklet and started cross-checking everything she wrote. “A minute to go.” She heard again. The man stood before her with hands extended out towards her. She looked up and gently places the paper in his hand. She breathed out deeply and a satisfactory smile curved her lips. To her, she did her best. She really tried. She stood up and shove the chair back a bit. She packed her writ
Hours turned into days. Ellie kept burning her candles. She was not a dull child. But the chances of her grades coming down was somewhat and unbelievably high. This is Shining Stars. Students who made it into this place and students that were still here are no just students that find their way in with long legs or hands that are outstretched. They have found their way in through the test of their intelligence. Even your parents won't be able to get you in. Even if you are transferred student, you will be highly examined before granting you access to the school. She does not know which grade she will take this time around. She has always been a B+ grade student while her sister is a partially A student. But all things being equal, she was definitely not going take any chances. She realized that in this world, she could never put her whole trust in someone but there was an exemption. Jake.He was the exemption. She would always be grateful to him. He had gone out of his way to help
“Please, wait for a minute.” The secretary said and punched a few digits on the telephone. “Okay, sir.” She said and looked at them. “You can go in.” She said.They all went in. The principal was surprised by the number of people that had come to discuss something very urgent with him. “All of you?” He asked and they all nodded. He looked at the guest that was sitting before him.“Sorry for the inconvenience, sir. I did not know they were this many.” He apologized. The man nodded and said, “It’s nothing. They are students, after all, they surely have the right to talk to you. I will take my leave.” He stood up and was about to go when Aria looked up and saw him. She smiled widely and went to hug him. “Dad.” With that, everyone turned towards them. “What are you doing here?” She asked. “Came for a little discussion.” He answered and smiled at her.Jake stared at the man before him. Twelve years. It has been twelve good years since he last saw him. He remembered how he walked out of
To say Shawna was shocked and caught unawares is an understatement. Her eyes were wide open like they wanted to bulge out of their sockets. She listened to her sadistic laughter and everything she and Tessy had said that day and could not help but be ashamed of herself. Tessy held unto Shawna's skimpy skirt as she closed her eyes tight in embarrassment. “So tell me, what excuse is there for you to say? As you asked, this is an evidence. Oppose it.” The principal asserted, waiting for a reply from her. “Sir…” She stuttered. This time is even worse than the first time. How does this girl always find a way out of my plans?. She thought as she stared at the ground, silently imploring it to swallow her up. And that too in front of Jayson?. Her subconscious mind added. Shawna felt like crying and dying. Like every chances she gets to get back at her always backfires. She closed her eyes tightly in regret. Regret of doing this when Elsa is already close to Jayson. And time, she knew that the
Ellie walked through the fields. She was searching for Crystal. She could not believe what she heard in the recording. She heard her voice and it was hers. Definitely. She saw one of her close friends, Betty under shade. She hurriedly walked towards her. “Hey.” She gripped her hands, making Betty take a pause. Betty looked at the person that had held her hands. “Oh, hi.” She greeted. Not like she has some hatred for her anyways. Only Shawna and Tessy did. “I was thinking if you had seen Crystal anywhere.” Ellie asked politely. “Oh, Crystal. I saw her last at café though.” Betty stated. “Oh, thanks.” Just as Ellie was about to turn on her heels, she saw Crystal coming towards them. Not actually her but Betty. As she got to them, she acknowledged Betty with a smile while she looked at Ellie. “We are finally done with the exams. What's up with the mood?” Crystal asked. Ellie yanked her hands and dragged her away from Betty.“Hey, you are hurting me. Slow down a bit.” Crystal begged. Ell
The rest of the J-Stars sat under the shade, waiting for Jake. The yellow colored bulb shone, keeping the darkness at bay. “I will miss you guys.” Julia said in her cheerful voice. Jake and Aria walked towards them. Jayson had already texted him their location earlier on. As they got to their place, they were so pleased that Jake was alright. But then the person that stood next to him held suspicion. They darted their gazes between, questioning them for a fitting reply. “Well, she is my step sister.” Jake announced with a satisfied glint in his eyes. They all stared at him, surprised. “Wait, isn't she the nerd?...” Jeremy was still talking when Jake scowled angrily at him. He clasped his lips shut and looked away. Jayson kept clearing his throat, gaining everyone's attention. Jace rasped. “Will you stop this?” He asked. Jayson flashed Jace a glare with his eyes still on his sister's waist. Julia was blushing hard. Jeremy snickered. “Stop this over protective mode of yours. As if you
Aria looked around and saw him walking out of the class. She hurriedly waddled her way out and went to meet him. “Hey.” She called out. He stopped and turned around. He exhaled deeply as he saw that she was the one calling him. “Thank you.” She said with a smile. “It's nothing. Helping can't be that bad.” He answered. “Are you sure you don’t want me to tell them you were the one who gave me the recording?” She asked. “Nope, just let be like this for now.” He answered truthfully. “You have a nice heart by the way.” She complimented him. He chuckled and said. “Thank you.” She nodded. “So how was your results?” She asked, not knowing how to end the conversation she had began. “A grade.” He answered. “Really? I had a B+.” She said with a pout. “Just keep trying, I will take my leave.” He said and left. “What a good soul he has?” She thought. Finally, she was going back home. She can't wait. But something was bothering her. Her father. Jake. Her family.Gosh, she never knew her life was
~Ellie's POV~All I just want to tell you guys is that I know I am the most loved and most pitied character. But please, everyone whether be it parents or siblings, you should all pay attention to one another. Some people might be smiling on the outside but they are dying on the inside. Guardians, parents, please don't practice favoritism among your kids. Don’t be partial with your love. There is enough to go around. Treat your kids with equality.~Elsa’s POV~I am the most hated character in this book. I know right? Lol.No matter what, always defend your older and younger siblings. There is no other bigger bond greater than that.And also, I made some perception about rich kids. Well, not all rich kids are bad as you can see. Some are just arrogant and rude all because of their parents riches while some are rude to hide their pain.Well, please always try to clarify things before having a misconception about them.~Jake’s POV~Parents should always be available for their children. T
Chapter 100[Christian's Apology]“Happy birthday to you.” Ellie wished her younger sister as she gave her the gift she got her.“Thank you, sissy.” Mercy appreciated her with a grin on her lips. They had done this to replace the first one that was messed up and also celebrate their family reunion. The J-Stars, Julia and Crystal all made their appearance. Their parents smiled as they watch their daughters play around. The relationship between Elsa and Ellie was slowly returning to normal.After taking a few pictures, the party ended and the few people who came left for their houses.*“So what do you think about what I asked you?” Jayson asked with nervousness. A blush crept on Elsa's cheeks. She touched her cheeks and looked away shyly.“Come and pick me tomorrow's evening.” She managed to say. Jason nodded with a smile and got into his car.“See you.” He said and drove off.*“Hey, Ellie.” Ian called out to her. He had also come alongside Yeon Hwa.She looked at him and smiled.“Tha
Chapter 99[Meeting An Old Friend]Jayson's parents including Jayson, Ian and Julia stormed out of the house.Ellie, Elsa and the rest all waved their goodbyes at them since it was a family issue and it is none of their business. Although, Jayson promised them that he would give them some feedback.They drove to Ian's house with Ian driving before them, leading them. He was thinking about what happened all of a sudden. It seemed like a shock to him. Just a day, he saw his look alike that is most likely his twin. As he got to his house, he honked the car towards the gate. The gate was pushed open by a man and they all drove in. Before Ian could get down from the car, Jayson's dad already did.“How dare him?!” He seethed as he marched towards the entrance. Jayson's mother was worried.“Stanley!!” Cole yelled out as Stanley climbed down the stairs with a glass of wine in his hands.“Long time, no see.” Stanley said with a smirk, playing on his lips. He looked just how he was years ago. J
Chapter 98[Finding The Mole]They drove straight into the twins’ house.“Hey, Jake.” Ellie chipped and ran towards him happily. They also noticed Crystal was there with them.Ever since Aria fumbled, Jake made sure to cut off the ties with her. Ellie did not bother to talk to her again since Jake was her boyfriend now.The two guys, Jayson and Jake, both came in their own cars.“C'mon, let us move.” Jasper said and dragged Julia with him to his own car. The relationship between all of them had grown immensely.Elsa got into Jayson’s black Mercedes-Benz while Ellie and Crystal got into Jake's red Ferrari. Jasper drove in his own car.As they got to the shopping mall, they all got down and walked into the mall.Just everyone had dispatched to go look for the things they want. Jayson held Ellie's hand, making her to stop walking. She turned around to see who had stopped her only to see Jayson. She slowly removed her hands away from his grip and stared at him.“All I just wanted to say,
Chapter 97[Outburst; Remorse]Elsa stood dumbfounded. She could not move as what Ellie said to her echoed in her head. Mercy hissed out at her and walked up the stairs to meet Ellie. Ellie actually happened to be Mercy's favorite. Austin walked closer to meet her and he pulled her into a hug before he pecked her on her forehead.“She does not hate you.” He said silently.“B-but she said it, dad.” Elsa cried out.“No, she doesn’t. She only said it because she was angry.” He soothed her back. She hugged him tightly.**“Ellie, darling.” Her mother called out as she entered her room. She saw standing close to her window, staring at the moon and stars.She walked towards her and noticed the Mercy entered also.“I know how you feel but can you talk to me please.” Liliana begged her and gently turned her towards her.“You don’t. You don’t understand anything.” Ellie spoke up.“All nineteen years of mine, I was neglected. I was told to emulate her. I was told to walk in her steps. I stayed
Chapter 96[He shattered it all]“You know… I met him first. I met him…” She hiccupped. He patted her shoulders.“Calm down. I am here.” He whispered. They were both hurting.She soon released from the hug and sniffed in. She dabbed the tears off.“I first met him that day. He was in a fatal accident. I had to give him my blood at the hospital. Yet, he did not recognize me. I felt heartbroken. I gave him sometime thinking he would remember me but I was wrong.” She said and released a deep breath.“Accident?” Jake asked with an arched eyebrow. She nodded positively.“I don't remember Jayson getting into an accident like that.” He said. She looked up to him and stopped walking.“W-what do you mean by that?” She asked.“Jayson and I have together for so long to know he has not been involved in any major accident.” Jake explained. Confusion crossed her face as she heard this.“B-But I saw him. It was him. He had that oceanic blue eyes.” She said with her hands slowly shaking. She was clea
Chapter 95[Asking Her Out]Jake and Ellie released from the hug and stared into each other’s eyes. She saw how his eyes were red rimmed. He must have been crying before he came.“What got a guy like you crying?” She asked.He stared up at the sky. “I can't believe I am an orphan despite the fact that my parents are still alive.” He spoke up. She narrowed her eyes on him, not getting what he said.He looked at her and smiled grimly, knowing she does not understand what he said.“You know the first time we bumped into each other at the corridor the first time we met. I had this feeling that I had met you somewhere but I could not remember. But now I remember, you were the girl I had hit on particular day while I was driving fast on the road. Despite, people telling you to get me arrested, you insisted that I go scot free. You said it was not a major hit and that you were fine.” He narrated to her and she recalled the incident also. She did not clearly see his face that day.He cleared
Chapter 94[Getting Engaged]“Let me just hold you like this for a while.” He sobbed out quietly. They held each other close.Ellie kept thinking about what might have happened to him. To a cheerful boy like him. She held him tightly and sniffed in his cologne.**Elsa's car drove straight into the house. She wasted no time in coming down. She carried her bag and walked briskly into house.“Ellie.” Mercy called put happily thinking she was the one. Elsa stopped and looked back but did not see Ellie. She raised her eyebrows and realized that she was referring to her. She smiled and towards her. She crouched down and said. “Little sister, seems like you are finding it hard to recognize your sisters.” She teased. Then it dawned on Mercy that it was not Ellie. She smiled nervously and moved back a bit. “I am sorry.” She apologized.“It's nothing. Now where's dad and mom?” Elsa asked as she looked around.“They are yet to be back.” Mercy answered.“Cassie.” Elsa called out. Cassie came out
Chapter 93[Two Bleeding Hearts]Ellie sat down, wondering if she should go or not. Jayson had sent Elsa the text earlier on for her to come and meet him. She looked at the clock that was ticking on the wall. It was already 6:30 PM.I should go since Elsa is not around. She thought.She stood up and wore the clothes she had picked specifically and wore a marching heels to it. It was a simple green gown and a pair of gold shoes. She hurriedly applied little make up to her face and added the lip gloss on her lips.She looked at herself in the mirror and smiled with satisfaction. She stepped out of her room and walked down the stairs.“Ellie, where are you off to?” She heard Mercy, her younger sister. She turned towards her. She smiled and pinched her cheeks.“I will be meeting with someone. Will be back soon.” Ellie stated and gave a peck on her forehead.“Please, get me ice cream on your way.” Mercy begged with a pout. Ellie chuckled.“Sure.” She answered and waved at their two maids b