Leaving Arcadia Bay | A Rachel Amber Story

Chapter 23: Mother and Daughter

"Good morning, thank you for tuning in. My name is Tracey Scott and here's what's making news right now."

"We have some breaking news this morning as it has been confirmed to us that last night, the authorities have found Rachel Amber at Long Beach. She was detained by the police and brought to the police station for questioning. Although, the police have since released Rachel from custody."

"So this Rachel Amber saga is finally over." Steve Cutler said with a small chuckle. "This whole thing has been blown way out of proportion, and for what? Has the reasoning for this whole act even been released?" He asked. "Not yet, Steve, and perhaps we may never know. But the one thing we do know is, is that when Rachel Amber sets her mind to something, she will see it to the end."

Steve let out a mocking laugh. "Ha! More like a desperate teenager looking for worldwide praise and attention. Use this as a lesson learned, kids. Stay! In! School!" He said.

"Um, right... Anyway, stay with us. We have more world news coming your way after this short break." Tracey said.

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By the time the sun started to rise, Rachel was still asleep. After everything, sleeping in an actual bed felt amazing for her. Sera's bed was also extremely comfortable and warm. Rachel practically fell right asleep as soon as her head hit the pillow.

Laying on her back, Rachel slowly woke from her slumber. The sun shined through the curtain into her hazel eyes. Rachel groaned, blocking the sun with her arm. She stretched her arms out and sat up. She lifted the covers off herself and moved out of bed. She put her feet on the carpet and stood up.

Sera wasn't in the room with her anymore. Rachel and Sera shared her bed last night. Rachel never thought Sera would be a morning person. Rachel opened the door and stepped out. She walked down the hall, letting out a yawn.

Sera was in the kitchen cooking breakfast. She turned her head and smiled at Rachel. "Good morning." She greeted. "Hey." Rachel replied. "How'd you sleep?" Sera asked. "Best sleep I've had in a while." Rachel told her as she took Sera's side at the counter. "That's good." Sera said.

"Need help with anything?"

"Yeah, could you grab the eggs for me? They're in the fridge." Sera said.

Rachel opened the fridge and grabbed the eggs. She brought them over and put them on the counter. "Thank you." Sera said. She opened the carton and grabbed an egg.

On the TV in the living room, Rachel heard the news talking about her situation. "Reporters have been outside all morning." Sera said. "How did they even know I was here?" Rachel asked. "You can never truly hide from the media." Sera said as she cracked another egg. "Stir this for me? I'm gonna check the oven." Rachel took the spatula. "Sure." She said and began stirring.

"Yep. Everything's looking fine." Sera said as she closed the oven.

"Little Miss Rachel Amber is and was way over her head. I'm not surprised that the cops finally arrested her last night."

Rachel turned her head to the TV, listening to what the man had to say about her. She put the spatula on the counter and walked over to the TV and listened as he continued to bad mouth her. She put her hands on her hips, glaring and shaking her head.

"That Steve Cutler really gets on my nerves." Sera said as she walked up to Rachel's side, crossing her arms. "Never heard of him. But he sounds like a pompous ass." Rachel muttered. "He's been saying a lot of things about you... I can't stand to hear anymore of it." Sera said. She grabbed the remote and shut off the TV. "Pay no mind to it, Rachel. Let's get back to making breakfast." Sera gently grabbed Rachel by the shoulder and led her back to the kitchen.