New York Nightmare

Chapter 1

As I sit in the back seat of the taxi, I stare at the tall buildings. Traffic. I never knew New York City would be this annoying. But, it is beautiful. I just wish I haven't left my best friends from Los Angeles. Anyways, I'm Giselle Parker. I've just turned 14 last week, September 2nd. I graduated from Middle School in June and I'm going to start High School here. I am pretty nervous, mainly because I'm going to be the new kid. The new kids usually get picked on. I just hope I can at least make one friend. I love to sing, swim, play the violin, and listen to Ariana Grande. Yes, I love Ariana. But that's not the point. The point is, I'm just really nervous. We moved to the city because my mom got to open her own fashion business here. I'm happy for her. My dad is a businessman and my older sister, Rachel, wants to work with my mom part-time at her new store. Me? I'm not sure yet. I'm still young and have to study. Rachel is turning 17 in November and this is going to be her last year in High School. She's pretty lucky to be honest. We are close at times and she would always tell me that I had beautiful blue eyes that looked like the ocean. But, we never had time to be together because she would always hang out with her boyfriend, Derrick, and her best friends. Since we moved, maybe I can get to hang out with my own sister for once.

We have just arrived at our new penthouse, finally. Wow oh wow, it's really beautiful. I have my own bathroom in my room, which is really convenient. There are bathrooms in everybody's room actually. There are five bedrooms and we only needed three so we have two guest bedrooms. We even have our own theatre. My mom told us that we also have a butler and her name is Candice. I can't wait to meet her! I guess she's using one of the guest rooms. Nope, she has her own butler's room downstairs. We have a huge kitchen and living room as well. Then, on our deck, we have a beautiful hot tub. On the main floor of the building, there is a huge pool. Thank goodness.

I ran up to my room with my suitcases and unpacked. My mom came in. "Hi Gigi! Don't you love your new room? Rachel helped me design it for you." Gigi is my nickname. "Mom, I love it! It's the best room anybody could ever have. Thank you!" I ran to give her a hug. My mom and I have a very strong relationship. "Do you need any help with unpacking?" "It's okay mom, I got it. But thanks anyways." I continued to unpack. "Ok honey, but let me know if you need anything." I looked at her and smiled with my straight teeth. "Okay mom." I used to have braces. Now I have to wear a retainer and it's pretty annoying. Finally, I finished unpacking everything and it's midnight. I'm exhausted. I took off my clothes and bra, and changed into my Ariana Grande t-shirt and white shorts, like usual. I get into my new bed, and quickly close my eyes.