Reina (ongoing)

3.

Long hair, it seems cozy and soft. The red hue of her hair ignited my memories of the fireplace where I keep the marvels of values, the ones with a precious old friend who brought me inner peace. Only Reina's staring almond eyes snapped me back to reality.

,,I am going to wake you up at five at dawn and the only thing you have to do is following my commands. Have a pleasant evening." It is too stressful to say these lines to Reina. I am truly not used to it. She seemed so pale, like when the virgin snow covers the field in the waking winter. She might be different from the others but I have to be strict. I'm going to lead her case as a professional and I am not going to fail.

,,What great words for a little man."

As soon as I hear this sentence, I realise that I was thinking out loud. I notice a tall man leaning against the wall at the end of the corridor, holding a pen. I know this voice, one that gave him an air of solid confidence and was so very easy on the ears. He takes three slow steps towards me as if we were kids playing some bouncer.

,,What brings you here? Shouldn't you be on duty?" I put my hands in the pockets of my balloon jacket as I stare at his strong facial features while waiting for an answer.

,,Duty can wait. We have more exciting events going on here, Faye. Maybe I am just curious about the newbie." His laughter fills the air while he looks down on me with his freaking skyscraper height. Well, maybe he is not that tall.

,,She's been led to her room already, I do not suggest you to see her today. Anyways, what are you planning on doing with that pen you're squeezing so tight?" It seems expensive but I am convinced that I could buy it with the money that I earned today only.

,,No need to be so harsh dear Faye." He smiles gently, however one of his eyes is hidden behind a black curtain, providing an elegant hairdo. ,,Like I told you, I would have brought her here with you if it wasn't for Celine." Yes, Celine... his so called childhood friend who he was never attracted to and was never really interested in considering dating. I doubt that but it's true that they are very close.

,,Of course. Either way, I was charming enough to lead her here so you don't have to seek so desperately for attention from her." So don't be worried about missing the fun. You caused me enough problems when I had to drive you to work yesterday, and sadly I can't say that today was an exception.

While lifting his arms to his mouth ,,You neither" he said , measuring my every inch. Really, what about this response?

,,What do you mean?" I asked and stepped closer to him, curious about his intentions.

,,Nothing. See you in an hour" And he disappeared.

That meant I have only one hour to get things done. The corridors were so quiet and empty, only a few people wandered towards me until I reached my destination, my very own office.
Papers are lying everywhere, I have to see what's missing.

The prisoner's belongings will be given to reception staff who will sort out what items are permitted in the prison. Reina is issued with a list of clothing entitlements. At this point she has to sort out which clothes she wishes and is allowed to wear.
The prison keeps her money on her behalf in a private cash account. Relatives or friends can send or hand her money into these accounts. I'm not sure if she has any, this has to be dealt with tomorrow.
Her calling PIN number is given. Also, photographs and fingerprints has already been taken. She has feasibility to have a bath in the suite too and is going to be moved to a less pleasant room in the morning.

I guess it's time for me to finish this. I pack my bags and head out the door. Lloyd is already there waiting for me with his arms crossed in front of his chest. He smiles in the moment he sees me and I start speeding up my steps when I fall.